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Canon PowerShot A1100 IS User Manual

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

  • Page 2: Checking The Package Contents

    You can use the included memory card to try out your new camera and take some test shots. • Adobe Reader is required to view the PDF manuals. AA-size Alkaline Batteries (x2) AV Cable AVC-DC400 DIGITAL CAMERA Solution Disk Memory Card (128 MB) Wrist Strap WS-800 Warranty “Canon Customer Card 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 ... . 20 ● Easy Shooting (Easy Mode) ......27 ●...
  • Page 5 View ● Look at my pictures ........23 ●...

  • 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 Safety Precautions...8 1 Getting Started ...11...
  • Page 7 Adjusting the White Balance ... 70 Changing the Tone of an Image (My Colors) ... 71 Shooting Using a TV Monitor ... 72 Î Shooting Using the Two Second Self-Timer ... 72 $ Customizing the Self-Timer ... 73 Changing the Composition with the Focus Lock...

  • Page 8: 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 9 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. •...
  • Page 10 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.

  • Page 11: Getting Started

    This chapter explains preparations before shooting, how to shoot in A mode, and then how to view, erase and print 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 12: Inserting The Batteries And Memory Card

    Inserting the Batteries and Memory Card Insert the included batteries and memory card into the camera. Label 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.

  • Page 13: Removing The Memory Card

    Removing 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 ● Push the memory card in until you hear a click, then slowly release it. The memory card will pop up.

  • Page 14: Compatible Batteries

    • The values for NiMH batteries are based on fully charged batteries. Compatible Batteries AA-size alkaline batteries and Canon AA-size NiMH batteries (sold separately) (pp. 36, 38). Can any other batteries be used? We cannot recommend the use of any other batteries than those listed above because performance varies widely.

  • Page 15: Compatible Memory Cards

    Approximate Number of Shots per Memory Card Memory Card 128 MB (Supplied) 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. 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.

  • Page 16: 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 17: Changing 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 about three weeks after the batteries has been removed.

  • Page 18: Setting The Display Language

    Setting the Display Language You can change the language displayed in the LCD monitor menus and messages. You can also change the display language by pressing the n button, selecting the 3 tab, and selecting the [Language] menu item. Set the playback mode. Press the 1 button.

  • Page 19: Pressing The Shutter Button

    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. If you just press the shutter button fully without pausing halfway, the image may not be in focus.

  • Page 20: A Taking Pictures

    A Taking Pictures 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 21 AF Frames What if... • The screen does not turn on when you turn on the camera? Press the l button to turn on the screen. • The camera does not play any sounds? Pressing the l button while turning on the camera power will turn off all sounds except for warning sounds.

  • Page 22: Scene Icons

    A Taking Pictures • The image comes out dark even if the flash fired when shooting? The subject is too far away for the flash to reach. Shoot within the effective flash range of approximately 30 cm – 4.0 m (12 in. – 13 ft.) at maximum wide angle, and approximately 30 cm –...

  • Page 23: Viewing Images

    1 Viewing Images You can view your images on the screen. Switching to and from playback mode Pressing the 1 button while the camera is off turns the camera on in playback mode. Pressing it again turns the camera off. Pressing the shutter button halfway while in playback mode causes the shooting screen to reappear.

  • Page 24: Erasing Images

    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. ● The last image you took will appear. Select an image to erase.

  • Page 25: Printing Images

    2 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.

  • Page 26: Print Images

    Refer to the Personal Printing Guide (p. 2) for details on the best ways to print. Canon-Brand PictBridge Compliant Printers (Sold Separately) By connecting your camera to one of the Canon-brand PictBridge compliant printers below, you can print your images without having to use a computer. Compact Photo Printers (SELPHY series) For more information, visit your nearest Canon retailer.

  • Page 27: Shooting In Easy Mode

    9 Shooting in Easy Mode The explanations of camera operations and behavior below are basically the same as in “A Taking Pictures” (p. 20) except that operational instructions are displayed on the screen, and the camera is set so that only the buttons explained on this page are functional.

  • Page 28: Easy Playback/Erasing

    9 Easy Playback/Erasing The explanations for viewing or erasing unwanted images are basically the same as in “1 Viewing Images” (p. 23) and “Erasing Images” (p. 24) except that operational instructions are displayed on the screen, and the camera is set so that only the buttons explained on this page are functional.

  • Page 29: E Shooting Movies

    E Shooting Movies The camera can automatically select all settings so that you can shoot movies just by pressing the shutter button. Shooting Time Select the E mode. Set the mode dial to E. ● Compose the shot. Moving the zoom lever toward i will ●...

  • Page 30: Stop Shooting

    E Shooting Movies Elapsed Time Microphone Estimated Shooting Times Memory Card 128 MB (Supplied) Shooting Time • Shooting times are based on default settings. Shooting time can be checked on the screen in Step 1. • Recording will automatically stop when either the clip file size reaches 4 GB or the recording time reaches approximately 1 hour.

  • Page 31: Viewing Movies

    Viewing Movies You can view your movies on the screen. Select the playback mode. Press the 1 button. ● The last image you shot will appear. appears on movies. Select a movie. Press the qr buttons to select a movie to ●...

  • Page 32: Transferring Images To A Computer

    USB ports. Pentium 1.3 GHz or higher Windows Vista: 1 GB or more Windows XP: 512 MB or more Interface Free Hard Disk Canon Utilities Space • ZoomBrowser EX: 200 MB or more • PhotoStitch: 40 MB or more Display...

  • Page 33: Install The Software

    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.

  • Page 34: Turn On The Camera

    Turn on the camera. Press the 1 button to turn on the camera. ● Open CameraWindow. Windows ● Select [Canon CameraWindow] and click [OK]. CameraWindow will appear. ● If CameraWindow does not appear, click the [Start] menu and select [All Programs]...

  • Page 35: Transfer Images

    Transfer Images Images transferred to the computer will be sorted by date and saved in separate folders in the “My Pictures” folder for Windows or the “Picture” folder for Macintosh. Transferring Images to a Computer Macintosh CameraWindow will appear when a connection between the camera and computer is established.

  • Page 36: Accessories

    *2 See the user guide supplied with the printer for more information on the printer and interface cables. *3 Battery and Charger Kit CBK4-200 may also be used. AV Cable AVC-DC400 Interface Cable IFC-400PCU DIGITAL CAMERA Solution Disk AC Adapter Kit ACK800 Compact Power Adapter CA-PS800 Power Cord...
  • Page 37 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 38: 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 • Battery and Charger Kit CBK4-300 This kit includes both a dedicated charger unit and four rechargeable AA- size NiMH (nickel metal hydride) batteries.

  • Page 39: Learning More

    This chapter explains the parts of the camera and what displays on the screen, as well as, the basic operating instructions. Conventions Used in this Guide • Icons are used in the text to represent the camera buttons and switches. •...

  • Page 40: Components Guide

    Components Guide Zoom Lever Shooting: i (Telephoto) / j (Wide Angle) (p. 20) Playback: k (Magnify) (p. 94) / g (Index) (p. 90) Lamp (AF Assist Beam (p. 109) / Red- Eye Reduction Lamp (p. 109) / Self- Timer Lamp (pp. 60, 61, 72, 73)) Microphone (p.

  • Page 41: Power Saving Function (Auto Power Down)

    Viewfinder (p. 74) Speaker 0 (Face Selector) Button (p. 79) Screen (LCD Monitor) (pp. 42, 43) l (Display) Button (pp. 42, 43) Indicators (p. 44) 1 (Playback) Button (p. 23) DC IN (Power input) Terminal (p. 114) A/V OUT (Audio/Video Output) and DIGITAL Terminal (pp.

  • Page 42: Information Displayed On The Screen

    Information Displayed on the Screen Shooting (Information Display) Shooting Mode (p. 40) ISO Speed (p. 69) White Balance (p. 70) My Colors (p. 71) Metering Modes (p. 80) Drive Mode (p. 68) Image Quality (Compression) (p. 66)/ Recording Pixels (p. 66) Digital Zoom Magnification (p.

  • Page 43: Switching The Display

    Playback (Detailed Information Display) Print List (p. 101) Shooting Mode (p. 40) Shutter Speed Exposure Compensation (p. 68), Exposure Shift (p. 87) White Balance (p. 70) Histogram (p. 44) Image Quality (Compression) (p. 66)/ Recording Pixels (p. 66), AVI (Movies) Metering Modes (p.

  • Page 44: Indicators

    Indicators 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.

  • Page 45: Func. Menu - Basic Operations

    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. 120). Selectable Options Menu Items Select a shooting mode. ● Set the mode dial to the desired shooting mode.

  • Page 46: Menu - Basic Operations

    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. 122 – 125). Display the menu.

  • Page 47: 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. ● Select [Mute]. Press the qr buttons to select the 3 tab. ● Press the op buttons to select [Mute], ●...

  • Page 48: 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. 16) in the 3 tab, [Language] (p. 18), [Video System] (p. 95). •...

  • Page 49: Formatting Memory Cards

    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.
  • Page 50 Formatting Memory Cards 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.

  • Page 51: Shooting In Special Conditions And Commonly Used Functions

    Conditions and Commonly 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. When you set the mode dial to a scene mode, or select a scene in K •...

  • Page 52: 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 select the matching mode. Select a shooting mode. ● Set the mode dial to the scene you wish to shoot.

  • Page 53: K Shooting In Special Conditions

    In F, C or H mode, images may appear coarse because the ISO speed (p. 69) is increased to match the shooting conditions. 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.
  • Page 54 K Shooting in Special Conditions UShoot sunsets (Sunset) ● Lets you take shots of sunsets in vivid colors. , Take nightscapes (Night Scene) ● Lets you take beautifully lit city nightscapes or night backgrounds. t Take shots of fireworks (Fireworks) ●...
  • Page 55 O Take shots of foliage (Foliage) P Take shots of people in snow Z Shoot using high ISO speed In , mode, make sure the subject does not move until the shutter sound • plays, even after the flash fires. In , or t mode, attach the camera to a tripod to prevent the camera •...

  • Page 56: 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 appears? When you press the shutter button halfway in low light conditions where camera shake is likely, the indicator will blink orange and a flashing Attach the camera to a tripod to prevent it from moving.

  • Page 57: 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. 16). Inserting and printing the date and time in images which do not have an embedded date and time •...

  • Page 58: 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 16x 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.
  • Page 59 The focal length when using digital zoom is 35 – 560 mm (35mm film equivalent). Digital Tele-Converter The focal length of the lens can be increased by an equivalent of 1.5x or 2.0x. 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.

  • Page 60: Ò Using The Self-Timer

    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. You can change the delay time and number of shots taken (p. 73). Press the p button.

  • Page 61: Using The Face Self-Timer

    " Using the Face Self-Timer Once you compose the shot, such as for a group photo, and press the shutter button, the camera will take three shots in a row two seconds after it detects your face (p. 76) when you enter the composition. What if a face is not detected? Even if your face is not detected after joining the subjects, the shutter will release approximately 30 seconds later.

  • Page 63: Selecting Settings Yourself

    Selecting 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 (p. 40). • G stands for Program AE. •...

  • Page 64: G Shooting In Program Ae

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

  • Page 65: Shooting Close-Ups (Macro)

    e Shooting Close-ups (Macro) You can shoot an object at a close distance or even shoot extreme close- ups of it. The possible shooting range is approximately 3 – 50 cm (1.2 in. – 1.6 ft.) from the end of the lens when the zoom lever is moved to the maximum wide angle, and approximately 30 –...

  • Page 66: Changing The Recording Pixels (Image Size)

    Changing the Recording Pixels (Image Size) You can select from six settings. If you select Converter (p. 59). Changing the Image Quality (Compression Ratio) You can select from the following two levels of image quality: (Fine), (Normal). Select the recording pixels. After pressing the m button, press the ●...
  • Page 67 0.3M/640 x 480 (Widescreen) 4000 x 2248 • 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 when Selecting by Paper Size A4, Letter size 5"...

  • Page 68: Adjusting The Brightness (Exposure Compensation)

    b 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. W Continuous Shooting You can shoot continuously at about 1.1 images/second. • Cannot be used with the self-timer (pp. 60, 61, 72, 73). •...

  • Page 69: Changing The Iso Speed

    - Changing the ISO Speed Automatically sets the optimal speed for the shooting mode and shooting conditions. Fine weather conditions, outdoor shooting Cloudy, Twilight Nightscapes, Dark interiors High 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 70: Adjusting The White Balance

    Adjusting the White Balance The white balance (WB) function sets the optimal white balance for natural looking colors. Automatically sets the optimal white balance for the shooting Auto conditions. Day Light Fine weather conditions, outdoor shooting Cloudy Cloudy, shady, twilight conditions Tungsten Tungsten, bulb-type (3-wavelength) fluorescent lighting Warm-white fluorescent, cool-white fluorescent, warm-white-...

  • Page 71: 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 72: Shooting Using A Tv Monitor

    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. 95). • Shooting procedures are the same as when using the camera’s monitor. Î...

  • Page 73: Customizing The Self-Timer

    $ Customizing the Self-Timer You can set the time delay (0 – 30 seconds) and the number of shots taken (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 74: Changing The Composition With The Focus Lock

    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. Shooting Using the Viewfinder If you want to save battery power, you can use the viewfinder for shooting, instead of the screen.

  • Page 75: 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 (p. 40). • • “≈ Shooting Long Exposures” (p. 84) assumes you have set the mode dial to K and selected ≈...

  • Page 76: 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 AiAF • Detects people’s faces and sets the focus, exposure (evaluative metering only) and white balance ( •...

  • Page 77: 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.

  • Page 78: Magnifying The Focal Point

    Magnifying the Focal Point If you press the shutter button halfway, the AF frame will magnify and you can check the focus. What if the display does not magnify? The display will not appear magnified in [Face AiAF] if a face cannot be detected or is too big in relation to the screen.

  • Page 79: Selecting The Person To Focus On (Face Select)

    0 Selecting the Person to Focus On (Face Select) You can select a specific person’s face to focus on and then shoot. Confirming the number of detected faces Keeping the 0 button pressed will display the number of faces detected by the camera (35 at the most) (green: main subject’s face, white: detected face).

  • Page 80: Changing The Metering Mode

    Changing the Metering Mode You can change the metering mode (brightness measuring function) to match the shooting conditions. Evaluative Center Weighted Avg. Spot & Shooting with the AE Lock When you wish to take several shots with the same exposure, you can set the exposure and focus separately using the AE lock.

  • Page 81: Shooting With The Fe Lock

    ( Shooting with the FE Lock Just as with the AE lock (p. 80), you can lock the exposure for shooting with the flash. FE stands for “Flash Exposure”. … 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.

  • Page 82: Making Dark Subjects Appear Brighter (I-Contrast)

    @ Making Dark Subjects Appear Brighter (i-Contrast) The camera can automatically detect and compensate for faces or subjects that appear dark in certain shooting conditions. Under some conditions, the image may appear coarse or the exposure setting may not be suitable. You can correct recorded images (p.

  • Page 83: Œ Red-Eye Correction

    Œ Red-Eye Correction You can automatically correct red eyes in images taken with the flash. Red-eye correction may be applied to other red parts than red eyes. For example, when red make-up has been used around eyes. • You can correct recorded images (p. 100). If you press the r button as shown on the screen in Step 2 and then •...

  • Page 84: Shooting Long Exposures

    ≈ 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. •...

  • Page 85: Using Various Functions For Shooting Movies

    Using Various Functions for Shooting Movies This chapter provides more advanced information than the “E Shooting Movies” and “Viewing Movies” sections of Chapter 1. This chapter assumes that the mode dial is set to E (p. 40). •...

  • Page 86: Changing The Image Quality

    1 min. 4 sec. 2 min. 7 sec. 3 min. 1 sec. • Based on Canon’s testing standards. • Recording will automatically stop when either the clip file size reaches 4 GB or the recording time reaches approximately 1 hour.

  • Page 87: Ae Lock/Exposure Shift

    AE Lock/Exposure Shift In X mode, you can set the exposure or change it in 1/3 steps within a range of ±2. Other Shooting Functions The following functions can be used in the same way as for still images. • Zooming in More Closely on Subjects (Digital Zoom) (p.

  • Page 88: Playback Functions

    Playback Functions • Displaying the Overlay (p. 111) [3:2 Guide] is not available. • Changing the IS-Mode Settings (p. 111) You can switch between [Continuous] and [Off]. Registering Functions to the c Button (p. 112) • Playback Functions The following functions can be used in the same way as for still images. •...

  • Page 89: Using Playback And Other Functions

    Using Playback and Other 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. Press the 1 button to select the Playback mode before operating the •...

  • Page 90: Searching Images By Sets Of 9 (Index Display)

    g Searching Images by Sets of 9 (Index Display) Displaying 9 images at a time lets you quickly find the image you want. Searching 9 Images at a Time Jump Bar When the jump bar displays, holding the m button and pressing the qr buttons jumps to the first or last set of images.

  • Page 91: Searching For Images Using The Jump Display

    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. Position of currently displayed image Jump 10 Images Jump 100 Images Jump Shot Date Jump to Movie Jump to Folder •...

  • Page 92: Viewing Slideshows

    . Viewing Slideshows You can automatically play back images recorded to a memory card. Each image displays for approximately 3 seconds. Switches between images without transition effect. Fades one image out and the next in. The image slides out to the left and the next image appears. If you press the qr buttons during playback, the image will switch.

  • Page 93: 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. 43). A white frame will appear where the AF frame or face was when the focus was set.

  • Page 94: Magnifying Images

    k Magnifying Images Approximate Location of Displayed Area + Changing Image Transitions You can select from three transition effects when switching between images in single image playback. Switches between images without a transition effect. Fades one image out and the next in. Slides images left or right when the qr buttons are pressed.

  • Page 95: Viewing Images On A Tv

    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) White or black Yellow Yellow...

  • Page 96: Protecting Images

    : Protecting Images You can protect important images so that they cannot be erased by the camera (pp. 24, 28, 97). If you format the memory card (p. 49), 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 97: Erasing All Images

    / 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. 96) cannot be erased. \ Rotating Images You can change the orientation of an image and save it. Select [Erase all].

  • Page 98: 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. • You cannot resize images taken with the Select [Resize]. Press the n button and select the 1 ●...

  • Page 99: Making Dark Subjects Appear Brighter (I-Contrast)

    @ Making Dark Subjects Appear Brighter (i-Contrast) Detects and compensates for dark sections of subjects or people’s faces and saves the image as a separate file. You can select 4 levels of correction: [Auto], [Low], [Medium] or [High]. What if the image wasn’t corrected by the [Auto] option as well as you would like? Select [Low], [Medium] or [High] and adjust the image.

  • Page 100: 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 selected, the uncorrected image is overwritten with the corrected data, erasing the original image. •...

  • Page 101: Printing From The Print List (Dpof)

    DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) standards. Easily Add Images to the Print List with c Print Added Images The following examples use the Canon SELPHY series printers. Please also refer to the Personal Printing Guide (p. 2). Number of copies to print Select an image.

  • Page 102: Selecting Images For Printing (Dpof)

    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.
  • Page 103 • 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 Selecting Images for Printing (DPOF) Select [Select Images &...

  • Page 104: Set All Images To Print Once

    Selecting Images for Printing (DPOF) Set All Images to Print Once Clearing All Selections Select [Select All Images]. ● Select [Select All Images] from the screen in Step 1 on p. 103 and press the m button. Make print settings. Press the qr buttons to select [OK], then ●...

  • Page 105: Customizing The Camera

    Customizing the Camera You can customize various functions 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 106: Changing Functions

    Changing Functions You can customize convenient and commonly used functions from the 3 tab (p. 46). Turning Off the Start-up Image You can turn off the start-up image that displays when you turn on the camera. Turning off the Power Saving Function You can set the power saving function (p.

  • Page 107: Creating A Folder

    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. • If you use a memory card already containing images, the newly assigned file numbers may continue the existing numbering for both the [Continuous] and [Auto Reset] settings.

  • Page 108: Changing The Lens Retract Time

    Changing Functions Creating Folders by Day and Time You can set a day and time for folder creation. Turning off Auto Rotate When you play back images on the camera or a computer, images shot in vertical orientation automatically rotate and display vertically. You can turn off this function.

  • Page 109: Changing Shooting Functions

    Changing Shooting Functions If you set the mode dial to G, you can change the settings in the 4 tab (p. 46). 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.

  • Page 110: Changing The Image Display Time

    Changing Shooting Functions Changing the Image Display Time You can change the length of time the images display directly after shooting. Changing the Image Display Right After Shooting You can change the image display that appears after shooting. Select [Review], then press the qr buttons to ●...

  • Page 111: Displaying The Overlay

    Displaying the Overlay You can display gridlines for vertical and horizontal guidance, or a 3:2 guide to confirm the printable area for L size or postcard size prints. • mode, you cannot set [3:2 Guide] or [Both]. • Grid Lines will not be recorded on the image. •...

  • Page 112: Changing Playback Functions

    Changing Playback Functions Registering Functions to the c Button • Press if you want to cancel a function. • When this symbol is shown on the bottom right of an icon, the function cannot be used in the current shooting mode or function setting. , each press of the c button records white balance data (p.

  • Page 113: Useful Information

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

  • Page 114: Using Household Power

    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. Do not unplug the power cord or adapter plug with the camera turned on. This could erase images you have taken or damage the camera.

  • Page 115: 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 116: Image Is Blurred

    Troubleshooting • Increase the ISO speed (p. 69). • Attach the camera to a tripod. Image is blurred. • Press the shutter button halfway to focus, then shoot (p. 19). • Shoot the subject within the focusing distance (p. 126). •...

  • Page 117: Shooting Movies

    The view in the viewfinder and the image taken may differ (p. 74). • The differences will be larger when the subject is close to the lens. Recording images to the memory card takes a long time, or continuous shooting slows down. •...

  • Page 118: List Of Messages That Appear On The Screen

    (p. 12). Memory card error (p. 50) • If this error message appears even when using the supplied memory card, contact your Canon Customer Support Help Desk as there may be a problem with the camera. Memory card full •...
  • Page 119 A lens error was detected. Press the power button to turn the camera off and back on (p. 40). If this error message continues to display, contact your Canon Customer Support Help Desk as there may be a problem with the lens.

  • Page 120: Functions Available In Each Shooting Mode

    Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode Function Flash (pp. 56, 64, 81) Focusing Zone (p. 65) Exposure Compensation (p. 68)/Exposure Shift (p. 87) Self-Timer Mode (pp. 60, 61, 72, 73) AF Lock (p. 77) AE Lock (pp. 80, 87)/FE Lock (p. 81) TV Display (p.
  • Page 121 — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — —...

  • Page 122: Menus

    Menus 4 Shooting Menu Function AF Frame (p. 76) AF Frame Size (p. 77) Digital Zoom (p. 58) AF-Point Zoom (p. 78) AF-assist Beam (p. 109) Flash Settings (pp. 83, 109) i-Contrast (p. 82) Review (p. 110) Review Info (p. 110) Disp.
  • Page 123 — — — — — — — — — — ≈ — — — — — — — — — — — — — — Selectable or selected automatically — Not selectable Menus — — — — — — — —...

  • Page 124: Playback Menu

    Menus 3 Set up Menu Item Mute On/Off* Volume Set all operation sounds (5 levels). Start-up Image On*/Off Format Formats card, erasing all data File Numbering Continuous*/Auto Reset Create Folder Create New Folder/Auto Create Auto Rotate On*/Off Lens Retract 1 min.*/0 sec. Auto Power Down: On*/Off Power Saving Display Off: 10, 20 or 30 sec./1*, 2 or 3 min.

  • Page 125: Handling Precautions

    LCD monitor. • 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 126: Specifications

    Specifications Camera Effective Pixels ... . Approx. 12.1 million Image Sensor ....1/2.3-inch type CCD (Total number of pixels: Lens .
  • Page 127 Dimensions (excluding protrusions) ..95.4 x 62.4 x 31.0 mm (3.76 x 2.46 x 1.22 in.) Weight (camera body only)... Approx. 155 g (5.47 oz.) • All data is based on tests by Canon. • The finished product, or exterior may differ from this report.

  • Page 128: Index

    Settings ... 16 Date/Time Date and Time Default Settings ... 48 Deleting Erasing DIGITAL CAMERA Solution Disk ... 2, 33 Digital Tele-Converter ... 59 Digital Zoom ... 58 Direct Print Button ... 25, 112 Display Language ... 18 Display Overlay ... 111 DPOF ...
  • Page 129 FUNC. Menu Basic Operations ... 45 List ... 120 Green Leaves/Autumn Foliage (Scene Mode) ... 55 Grid Lines ... 111 High Speed (ISO) ... 55, 69 High-Power Flash ... 38 Histogram ... 44 Household Power ... 114 i-Contrast ... 82, 99 Image Quality (Compression Ratio) ...
  • Page 130 Shooting With Macro ... 65 Shutter Button ... 19 Slideshow ... 92 Snow (Scene Mode) ... 55 Software DIGITAL CAMERA Solution Disk ... 2, 33 Software Starter Guide ... 2 Transferring Images to a Computer ... 32 Sound ... 47 Strap ... 2, 11 Sunset (Scene Mode) ...
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  • Page 132: Trademark Acknowledgments

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