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ENGLISH
Camera User Guide
Getting Started
p. 9
Ensure that you read the Safety Precautions (pp. 158 – 165).
CDI-E355-010
© CANON INC. 2008
PRINTED IN MALAYSIA

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  • Page 1 ENGLISH Camera User Guide Getting Started p. 9 Ensure that you read the Safety Precautions (pp. 158 – 165). CDI-E355-010 © CANON INC. 2008 PRINTED IN MALAYSIA...

  • Page 2: Confirming The Package Contents

    • Software Starter Guide (Connecting the camera to a computer) • “Canon Customer Support” Leaflet See the PDF manuals available on the Canon website. http://web.canon.jp/Imaging/information-e.html • ZoomBrowser EX/ImageBrowser Software User Guide You may not be able to achieve the full performance of this camera with the included memory card.

  • Page 3: Getting Started

    Let’s Get Started! This guide is divided into the following two sections. First... Getting Started This section explains how to prepare the camera for use and the basics of shooting, viewing and printing images. Start out by familiarizing yourself with the camera and mastering the basics. Next...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Table of Contents Items marked with a or procedures. Please Read ........6 Getting Started .

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Changing the Compression (Still Images) ... . . 64 Adjusting the ISO Speed ..... . . 65 Shooting Using the Mode Dial Mode Dial.
  • Page 6 Table of Contents Automated Playback (Slide Shows)....114 Red-Eye Correction Function..... . 115 Resizing Images .
  • Page 7 About this Guide Symbol Conventions in this Guide Using the Flash Available Shooting Modes Press the button. Some functions may not be available in certain shooting modes. If there is no notation to that effect, the function may be used in all modes. : This mark denotes issues that may affect the camera’s operation.

  • Page 8: Please Read

    Please note that Canon Inc., its subsidiaries and affiliates, and its distributors are not liable for any consequential damages arising from any malfunction of a camera or accessory, including memory cards, that results in the failure of an image to be recorded or to be recorded in a way that is machine readable.

  • Page 9: Video Format

    Camera Body Temperature If your camera is used for prolonged periods, the camera body may become warm. Please be aware of this and take care when operating the camera for an extended period. About the LCD Monitor The LCD monitor is produced with extremely high-precision manufacturing techniques.

  • Page 11: Getting Started

    Getting Started Preparations Shooting Still Images Viewing Still Images Erasing Printing Embedding the Date in the Image Data Shooting Movies Viewing Movies Downloading Images to a Computer System Map...

  • Page 12: Preparations

    Preparations Preparations Installing the Batteries and Memory Card Slide and hold the battery cover lock (a), then slide (b) and open (c) the cover. Battery Cover Lock Slide the cover (b). Install two batteries. Positive end (+) Open the cover (c). Negative end (–) Insert the two supplied AA-size...
  • Page 13 Insert the memory card until it clicks into place. Front Close the cover (d), and press downward as you slide it until it clicks into place (e). Ensure that the memory card is correctly oriented before inserting it in the camera. Inserting it backward may cause the camera to fail to recognize the memory card or to malfunction.

  • Page 14: To Remove The Memory Card

    Preparations To Remove the Batteries Open the cover and remove the batteries. Take care that you do not drop the batteries. To Remove the Memory Card Use a finger to push the memory card in until you hear a click, then release it.

  • Page 15: Setting The Date And Time

    Setting the Date and Time The Date/Time settings menu will appear the first time the power is turned on. Buttons Press the power button. Select the month, day, year and time, and the display order. 1. Use the an option. 2.

  • Page 16: Setting The Display Language

    Preparations The date/time setting screen will appear when the capacity of the lithium date/time battery is depleted (p. 173). Setting the Display Language You can change the language displayed in the LCD monitor menus and messages. Buttons Set the mode switch to Hold down the Use the Press the...

  • Page 17: Shooting Still Images ( Mode)

    Shooting Still Images Mode Dial Press the power button. • The start-up sound will play and the start-up image will display in the LCD monitor. • Pressing the power button again turns the power off. Select a shooting mode. 1. Set the mode switch to (shooting).

  • Page 18: To Shoot Images In Focus

    Shooting Still Images Press the shutter button fully (all the way) to shoot. • The shutter sound will play once and the image will record. • Recorded images are displayed on the LCD monitor for approximately 2 seconds immediately after shooting (Rec. Review).

  • Page 19: Shooting In Easy Mode

    Shooting in Easy Mode This camera features a shooting mode, Easy mode, that automatically selects all camera settings except the flash. This mode is ideal for first time camera users, or users who do not make many settings. You can select whether or not to use the flash with the button, allowing you to take images even where flash photography is prohibited.

  • Page 20: Viewing Still Images

    Viewing Still Images Viewing Still Images Buttons Press the power button. Set the mode switch to Use the to view. • Use the button to move to the previous image and the move to the next image. • The images advance more quickly if you keep the button pressed, but they will appear coarse.

  • Page 21: Erasing

    Erasing Buttons Set the mode switch to Use the press the button. Confirm that [Erase] is selected and press the To exit instead of erasing, select [Cancel]. Please note that erased images cannot be recovered. Exercise adequate caution before erasing an image. (playback).

  • Page 22: Printing

    • See the printer’s user guide for connection instructions. • Since this camera uses a standard protocol (PictBridge), you can use it with other PictBridge-compliant printers in addition to Canon-brand printers. For details, see the Direct Print User Guide. Turn on the printer.

  • Page 23: Connect The Camera To The Printer

    [Remove] and press the FUNC./SET button. Printing Images in a Print List This explanation is based on the use of a Canon SELPHY ES series or SELPHY CP series printer. Connect the camera to the printer.

  • Page 24: Embedding The Date In The Image Data

    Embedding the Date in the Image Data Embedding the Date in the Image Data This section explains how to embed date information on images as they are recorded (Date Stamp). • The date stamp cannot be deleted from the image data once it has been embedded.
  • Page 25 Select (Date Stamp). 1. Press the 2. Use the 3. Use the select • The area that will not print displays in gray. • Press the [Date & Time] with the button. You can use the following methods to imprint the date on images lacking imprinted date stamps.

  • Page 26: Shooting Movies ( Standard Mode)

    Shooting Movies Shooting Movies Mode Dial Press the power button. Select a shooting mode. 1. Set the mode switch to (shooting). 2. Set the mode dial to 3. Press the 4. Use the (Standard). 5. Press the Aim the camera at the subject. Do not touch the microphone while recording.
  • Page 27 Press the shutter button halfway to focus. • When the camera focuses, it beeps twice and the indicator lights green. • The exposure, focus and white balance are automatically set. Press the shutter button fully to shoot. • Recording starts. •...

  • Page 28: Viewing Movies

    Viewing Movies Viewing Movies Buttons Press the power button. Set the mode switch to Use the button. • Images with a Use the button. • The movie will start playing. • If you press the FUNC./SET button during playback, you can pause and restart the movie.

  • Page 29: Downloading Images To A Computer

    We recommend to use the supplied software. Items to Prepare • Camera and computer • Canon Digital Camera Solution Disk supplied with the camera • Interface cable supplied with the camera System Requirements Please install the software on a computer meeting the following minimum requirements.

  • Page 30: Installing The Software

    With Windows 2000, ensure that you install the software first before connecting the camera to the computer. Installing the software. Windows 1. Place the Canon Digital Camera Solution Disk in the computer’s CD-ROM drive. 2. Click [Easy Installation]. Follow the onscreen messages to proceed with the installation.

  • Page 31: Connecting The Camera To A Computer

    Connecting the camera to a computer. 1. Connect the supplied interface cable to the computer’s USB port and to the camera’s DIGITAL terminal. Open the camera’s terminal cover and insert the interface cable all the way into the connector. Preparing to download images to the computer. 1.
  • Page 32 Open the CameraWindow. Windows Select [Canon CameraWindow] and click [OK]. If the window above does not appear, click the [Start] menu and select [All Programs] or [Programs], followed by [Canon Utilities], [CameraWindow], [CameraWindow] and [CameraWindow]. CameraWindow appears. Macintosh The CameraWindow will appear when you establish a connection between the camera and computer.

  • Page 33: Direct Transfer

    Downloading Images Using the Camera (Direct Transfer) Use this method to download images using camera operations (except Windows 2000). Install the software before downloading images via the direct transfer method for the first time (p. 28). Buttons Confirm that the Direct Transfer menu is displayed on the camera’s LCD monitor.

  • Page 34: The Button

    Downloading Images to a Computer You can also use the following options in the Direct Transfer menu to set the method for downloading images. All Images New Images DPOF Trans. Images Select & Transfer Wallpaper All Images/New Images/DPOF Trans. Images Use the button.
  • Page 35 Use the and press the • The images will download. The button will blink blue while downloading is in progress. Press the button after downloading finishes. • You will return to the Direct Transfer menu. Only JPEG images can be downloaded as wallpaper for a computer.

  • Page 36: System Map

    • NiMH Battery NB4-300 (set of 4 AA-size) also available separately. • Two batteries are used for this camera. AV Cable AVC-DC300* AC Adapter Kit Compact Power Adapter CA-PS800 Power Cord Interface Cable IFC-400PCU* Memory Card (32 MB) Canon Digital Camera Solution Disk ACK800...
  • Page 37 *6 See the user guide supplied with the Bubble Jet printer for more information on the printer and interface cables. USB Card Reader USB Port PC Card Slot System Map High-Power Flash HF-DC1 Canon brand Direct Print Compatible Printers Compact Photo Printers* (SELPHY series) Direct Print Compatible Bubble Jet Printers* (PIXMA series)

  • Page 38: Optional Accessories

    System Map Optional Accessories The following camera accessories are sold separately. Some accessories are not sold in some regions, or may no longer be available. Flash • High-Power Flash HF-DC1 This attachable supplementary flash can be used to capture photographic subjects that are too distant for the built-in flash to illuminate.

  • Page 39: 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 40: Direct Print Compatible Printers

    System Map Direct Print Compatible Printers Canon offers the following separately sold printers for use with the camera. You can produce photo quality prints quickly and easily by connecting them to the camera with a single cable and operating the camera’s controls.

  • Page 41: Learning More

    Learning More...

  • Page 42: Components Guide

    Components Guide Front View Microphone (pp. 24, 122) AF-assist Beam (p. 49) Red-Eye Reduction Lamp (p. 76) Self-Timer Lamp (p. 61) Viewfinder Window (p. 41) Flash (p. 59) Terminal Cover Lens A/V OUT (Audio/Video output) Terminal (p. 141) DIGITAL Terminal (p. 29) DC IN (Power Input) Terminal (p.

  • Page 43: Back View

    Back View LCD Monitor (p. 53) Viewfinder Speaker Wrist Strap Mount (p. 12) Memory Card Slot / Battery Cover Lock (p. 10) Memory Card Slot / Battery Cover (p. 10) Tripod Socket Using the Viewfinder The viewfinder can be used to conserve power by turning the LCD monitor off (p.
  • Page 44 Controls Indicators (p. 43) Power Button (p. 15) Mode Dial (pp. 15, 66) Zoom Lever (pp. 55, 103) Shooting: (Wide Angle)/ Playback: (Index)/ Shutter Button (p. 15) Mode Switch (p. 18) (Print/Share) Button (pp. 20, 31, 101) FUNC./SET (Function/Set) Button (p. 44) MENU Button (p.

  • Page 45: Indicators

    Indicators The camera indicators will light or blink under the following conditions. • Upper Indicator Green : Ready to shoot (camera beeps twice)/when connected to a computer/when display off Blinking Green : Camera starting up/Image recording/reading/ erasing/transferring (when connected to a computer or printer) Orange : Ready to shoot (flash on)

  • Page 46: Basic Operations

    Basic Operations Menus and Settings Settings for the shooting or playback modes or such camera settings as the print settings, date/time and sounds are set using the FUNC. menu or the Rec., Play, Print or Set up menu. FUNC. Menu ( This menu sets many of the common shooting functions.
  • Page 47 Rec., Play, Print and Set up Menu ( Convenient settings for shooting, playback or printing can be set with these menus. (Rec.) Menu You can switch between menus with button. • This example shows the Rec. menu in Press the Use the menus.

  • Page 48: Information Displayed On The Lcd Monitor And Menus

    Information Displayed on the LCD Monitor and Menus Shooting Mode Camera Shake ( (p. 145) Information Displayed Shooting Mode Exposure Compensation, Recording Pixels, etc. Display Overlays Digital Tele-Converter ( Digital Zoom Factor/ Safety Zoom ( Macro ( ISO Speed Flash ( Red-Eye Corr.
  • Page 49 About the Battery Charge Indicator When the battery charge is low, monitor. Change the battery as soon as possible if you intend to use the camera for an extended period of time. Playback Mode (Detailed) Histogram Information Displayed Print List Red-Eye Correction Function/ Resized image ( Image with Sound Memo (...

  • Page 50: Histogram Function

    Information for images shot on other cameras may not display correctly. Histogram Function The histogram is a graph that allows you to check the brightness of an image. The greater the bias toward the left in the graph, the darker the image.
  • Page 51 Rec. Menu Menu Item AF Frame Face Detect*/AiAF/Center AF-Point Zoom On/Off* Digital Zoom (Still Image) Standard*/Off/1.6x/2.0x (Movies) Standard*/Off (In standard movie mode only) Flash Settings Slow Synchro Red-Eye Corr. Red-Eye Lamp Self-timer Delay: 0 – 10*, 15, 20, 30 sec. Shots: 1 –...

  • Page 52: Play Menu

    Play Menu Reference Menu Item Slide Show p. 114 My Category p. 109 Red-Eye Correction p. 115 Resize p. 120 Sound Memo p. 122 Protect p. 124 Rotate p. 112 Erase all p. 125 Transfer Order p. 130 Resume p. 18 Transition p.

  • Page 53: Set Up Menu

    Set up Menu Menu Item Mute On/Off Volume Off/ 1 / 2*/ 3 / 4 / 5 Start-up Vol. Operation Vol. Selftimer Vol. Shutter Volume Playback Vol. Start-up Image On*/Off Power Saving Auto Power On*/Off Down Display Off 10 sec./20 sec./30 sec./1 min.*/ 2 min./ 3 min.
  • Page 54 (Widescreen) mode on wide size paper using Canon compact photo printer SELPHY CP750/CP740/CP730/CP720/CP710/CP510. As this setting will be stored to memory even when the power is turned off, to print using an image size other...

  • Page 55: Using The Lcd Monitor

    Using the LCD Monitor Switching LCD Monitor Display Modes Each press of the DISP. button, changes the display mode of the LCD monitor. See Information Displayed on the LCD Monitor and Menus for details (p. 46). The following are the screens that display when shooting in mode.
  • Page 56 The LCD monitor will not switch to the detailed display or focus check display in magnified display (p. 103), or index playback mode (p. 104). Overexposure Warning In the following cases, overexposed portions of the image blink. - When reviewing an image right after shooting in the LCD monitor (detailed display) - When using the detailed display mode of the playback mode...

  • Page 57: Commonly Used Shooting Functions

    Commonly Used Shooting Functions Using the Optical Zoom The zoom can be adjusted from 35 × 140 mm (focal length) in 35mm film equivalent terms. The zoom bar appears when you press the zoom lever. Press the zoom lever toward •...
  • Page 58 About the Safety Zoom Depending on the number of recording pixels set, you can shift from optical zoom to digital zoom without pausing up to a factor where the image quality does not deteriorate (Safety Zoom). reaching the maximum zoom factor without image deterioration. Pressing the zoom lever toward further (not available in Depending on the number of recording pixels set, the Safety Zoom...

  • Page 59: Shooting With The Digital Zoom

    Shooting with the Digital Zoom Select [Digital Zoom]. 1. Press the 2. In the menu, use the button to select [Digital Zoom]. Make settings. 1. Use the [Standard]. 2. Press the Press the zoom lever toward and shoot. • The combined digital and optical zoom setting will display in the LCD monitor.
  • Page 60 Shooting with the Digital Tele-Converter The digital tele-converter feature uses digital zoom to achieve the effects of a tele-converter (a lens used in telephoto shooting). Select [Digital Zoom]. 1. Press the 2. In the menu, use the button to select [Digital Zoom]. Make settings.

  • Page 61: Using The Flash

    Using the Flash Press the 1. Use the flash settings. : [Auto] : [On] : [Off] • You can configure detailed settings for the flash when you press the MENU button while this screen is displayed (p. 76). You are recommended to shoot with the camera attached to a tripod or other device if the camera shake warning icon ( appears.

  • Page 62: Shooting Close-Ups (Macro)

    Shooting Close-ups (Macro) Use this mode to shoot close-ups of flowers or small items. The image area at the minimum shooting distance from the end of the lens to the subject (5 cm) (2.0 in.) is 59 × 44 mm (2.3 × 1.7 in.). Press the 1.

  • Page 63: Using The Self-Timer

    Using the Self-Timer You can set the time delay and the numbers of shots you wish to take in advance. 10 sec. Self-Timer: The shutter releases 10 seconds after the shutter button is pressed. • 2 seconds before the shutter releases, the self-timer sound beeps quickly and the lamp will speed up.

  • Page 64: Changing The Delay Time And Number Of Shots

    Shoot. • When you press the shutter button fully, the self-timer lamp will blink.* * When [Red-Eye Lamp] is set to [On] in [Flash Settings] in the Rec. menu, the self-timer lamp will light 2 seconds before the flash fires (p. 76). To Cancel the Self-Timer: Press the button and the...

  • Page 65: Changing The Recording Pixels (Still Images)

    Changing the Recording Pixels (Still Images) Select the recording pixels. 1. Press the 2. Use the and the the recording pixels. 3. Press the Approximate Values for Recording Pixels Recording Pixels Large 8M 3264 × 2448 Medium 1 5M 2592 × 1944 Medium 2 3M 2048 ×...

  • Page 66: Changing The Compression (Still Images)

    See Memory Cards and Estimated Capacities (p. 181) See Image Data Sizes (Estimated) (p. 182) Changing the Compression (Still Images) Select a compression setting. 1. Press the 2. Use the and the the option. 3. Press the Approximate Values for Compression Settings Compression Superfine High Quality...

  • Page 67: Adjusting The Iso Speed

    Adjusting the ISO Speed Raise the ISO speed to use a fast shutter speed when you wish to reduce the effects of camera shake or avoid blurry subjects, or to turn the flash off when shooting in a dark area. Press the 1.

  • Page 68: Shooting Using The Mode Dial

    Shooting Using the Mode Dial Mode Dial The camera automatically selects settings. : Auto (p. 15) : Easy (p. 17) Image Zone When a shooting mode appropriate for the shooting conditions is selected, the camera automatically adjusts settings for optimal shooting.

  • Page 69: Shooting Modes For Specific Scenes

    Shooting Modes for Specific Scenes When a shooting mode appropriate for the shooting conditions is selected, the camera automatically adjusts settings for optimal shooting. Set the mode dial to 1. Press the 2. Use the to select the scene mode. 3.
  • Page 70 Allows you to take snapshots of people against twilight or night backgrounds by reducing the effects of camera shake when firmly holding the camera, even without using a tripod. Allows you to capture subjects that move around, such as children and pets, without missing photo opportunities.
  • Page 71 Snow Shoots without a blue tinge and without making people appear dark against a snowy background. Beach Shoots without making people appear dark near water or sand where reflected sunlight is strong. Fireworks Captures fireworks in the sky sharply and at optimal exposure.

  • Page 72: Shooting In The Manual Mode

    Shooting in the Manual Mode Allows you to select settings yourself, such as the exposure compensation, white balance or My Color settings. Set the mode dial to Shoot. Available Shooting Modes p. 190...

  • Page 73: Movie Shooting

    Movie Shooting The following movie modes are available. The recording time will differ according to the memory card used (p. 182). Standard You can select the recording pixels and record until the memory card is full* The digital zoom can be used while shooting in this mode (p. 55). •...
  • Page 74 Shoot. • Pressing the shutter button halfway automatically sets the exposure, focus and white balance settings. • Pressing the shutter button fully starts recording video and sound simultaneously. • During shooting, the recording time and [ Rec] appear on the LCD monitor.
  • Page 75 Adjust the zoom setting before shooting. The combined digital and optical zoom factor will display on the LCD monitor. When the zoom factor displays in blue, the image will deteriorate. You can use digital zoom during the movie shooting in mode only.
  • Page 76 Changing Movie Recording Pixels/Frame Rates You can change the recording pixels and frame rate when the movie mode is set to (Standard). The frame rate can be set depending on the recording pixels. Select the recording pixels. 1. Press the 2.

  • Page 77: Advanced Shooting Functions

    • Except (Large/Super Fine) mode. • This reflects standard shooting criteria established by Canon. Actual results may vary according to the subject and shooting conditions. • Even if continuous shooting suddenly stops, the memory card may not be full.

  • Page 78: Setting The Flash

    The interval between shots lengthens when the built-in memory of the camera fills. If the flash is used, the interval between shots lengthens because the flash must charge. Setting the Flash You can make detailed flash settings to fit the shooting conditions. Flash Settings Slow Synchro The flash is used with slow...
  • Page 79 Displaying and Setting [Flash Settings] Select [Flash Settings]. 1. Press the 2. In the menu, use the button to select [Flash Settings]. 3. Press the Make settings. 1. Use the 2. Use the setting. 3. Press the Press the [Flash Settings] can also be displayed by pressing the button, followed by the MENU button.

  • Page 80: Checking The Focus And Peoples' Expressions

    Checking the Focus and Peoples’ Expressions You can zoom the display of the AF frame to check focus when shooting or right after taking a shot. Zooming the AF Frame and Shooting When [AF Frame] is set to [Face Detect] or [Center], the AF frame area can be zoomed to check focus while shooting.
  • Page 81 Press the shutter button halfway. • Pressing the shutter button halfway zooms a section of the display according to the following AF Frame mode settings (p. 82). - [Face Detect] : The face detected as the main subject will - [Center] Press the shutter button fully to shoot.

  • Page 82: Focus Check

    Checking Focus Right After Shooting (Focus Check) Allows you to check the focus of an image taken. It is also easy to check peoples’ expressions and look for closed eyes when shooting because a frame the size of the face displays when AF frame mode is set to [Face Detect] (p.
  • Page 83 Shoot. • The recorded image will be displayed. • Frames are displayed as follows. Frame color Orange Displays the area of the image shown at the bottom right. White Displays at the focal point (AF frame). • The orange frame can be shown at a different magnification, moved or switched to a different frame (p.

  • Page 84: Selecting An Af Frame Mode

    Selecting an AF Frame Mode The AF frame indicates the area of the composition on which the camera focuses. Face Detect AiAF Center Select [AF Frame]. 1. Press the 2. In the menu, use the button to select [AF Frame]. Make settings.
  • Page 85 [Face Detect] cannot be used when the LCD monitor is turned off. The AF frame appears as follows when the shutter button is pressed halfway. - Green - Yellow - No AF frame : Focusing difficulty ([Face Detect] or [AiAF] Face Detect Feature Maximum of three AF frames will be displayed at the positions of faces the camera recognizes.

  • Page 86: Selecting A Subject To Focus On (Face Select And Track)

    Selecting a Subject to Focus On (Face Select and Track) Once the focus is fixed to a subject’s face, the frame can be set to follow the subject within a certain range. To use the Face Select and Track function, first configure the following settings.
  • Page 87 3. Press the • The camera exits face designation mode, and the face frame ( the main subject will change to white (the frame will continue to follow the subject within a certain range). Press the shutter button halfway. • The face frame ( Press the shutter button fully to shoot.

  • Page 88: Shooting Hard-To-Focus Subjects (Focus Lock, Af Lock)

    Shooting Hard-to-Focus Subjects (Focus Lock, AF Lock) It may be difficult to focus on the following types of subjects. • Subjects with extremely low contrast to the surroundings • Scenes with a mixture of near and far subjects • Subjects with extremely bright objects at the center of the composition •...
  • Page 89 Press the shutter button halfway and press the button. • will display. Recompose the image and press the shutter button fully. To Release the AF Lock: Press the button. When shooting with the focus lock or AF lock using the LCD monitor, setting [AF Frame] to [Center] (p.

  • Page 90: Locking The Exposure Setting (Ae Lock)

    Locking the Exposure Setting (AE Lock) You can set the exposure and focus separately. This is effective when shooting on ski slopes, beaches and other scenes where there is an extremely strong contrast between the background and a backlit subject, or a mix of bright and dark areas. You can set an exposure that best matches the shot you wish to take.

  • Page 91: Shooting With Fe Lock

    Shooting with FE Lock You can use FE lock to set the flash output for the best exposure of your subject regardless of the composition of the shot. Turn on the LCD monitor. Press the Focus the camera on the subject on which you wish to lock the exposure setting.

  • Page 92: Adjusting The Exposure Compensation (Still Images)

    Adjusting the Exposure Compensation (Still Images) Adjust the exposure compensation to a positive value to avoid making the subject too dark when it is backlit or shot against a bright background. Adjust the exposure compensation to a negative value to avoid making the subject too bright in night shots or when shot against a dark background.

  • Page 93: Switching Between Metering Modes

    Switching between Metering Modes Evaluative Center Weighted Avg. Spot Change the metering mode. 1. Press the 2. Use the and the the option. 3. Press the Available Shooting Modes Appropriate for standard shooting conditions, including backlit scenes. The camera divides images into several zones for metering.

  • Page 94: Setting A Slow Shutter Speed (Long Shutter Mode)

    Setting a Slow Shutter Speed (Long Shutter Mode) You can set the shutter speed to a slow setting to make dark subjects appear brighter. Select the Long Shutter Mode. Press the Use the 3. Press the button. Adjust the setting. 1.
  • Page 95 Use the LCD monitor to confirm that the image was recorded at the desired brightness. Please note that camera shake becomes a factor at low shutter speeds. Shoot with the camera attached to a tripod. Use of the flash may result in an over-exposed image. If this occurs, shoot with the flash set to...

  • Page 96: Adjusting The Tone (White Balance)

    Adjusting the Tone (White Balance) Normally, the (Auto) white balance setting selects an optimal white balance. When the change the white balance using a setting appropriate for the light source. Auto Settings are automatically set by the camera. Day Light For recording outdoors on a bright day.

  • Page 97: Using The Custom White Balance

    Using the Custom White Balance Take a custom white balance situations that are difficult for the correctly. • Shooting subjects of monotone color (such as sky, sea or forest) • Shooting with a particular source of light (such as a mercury-vapor lamp) •...
  • Page 98 You are recommended to set the shooting mode to the exposure compensation setting to [±0] before setting a custom white balance. The correct white balance may not be obtained when the exposure setting is incorrect (image appears completely black or white). Shoot with the same settings as when reading the white balance data.

  • Page 99: Shooting In A My Colors Mode

    Shooting in a My Colors Mode You can change the look of an image when it is shot. My Colors Off Vivid Neutral Sepia Custom Color Select a My Colors setting. 1. Press the 2. Use the and the the option. 3.
  • Page 100 (Setting the Custom Color Mode) Select 1. Press the 2. Use the and the Adjust the setting. 1. Press the 2. Use the [Contrast], [Sharpness] or [Saturation]. 3. Use the setting. • The adjustment results show in the LCD monitor. •...

  • Page 101: Setting The Display Overlays

    Setting the Display Overlays You can display vertical and horizontal grid lines, a 3:2 print area guide, or both on the LCD monitor while shooting to help check the position of your subject. – Displays grid lines to divide the screen into 9 parts. Helps Grid Lines confirm the vertical and horizontal positioning of the subject.

  • Page 102: Categorizing Images Automatically (Auto Category)

    Categorizing Images Automatically (Auto Category) If you set Auto Category to [On], images are automatically sorted into preset categories as they are recorded. For images shot in People faces detected when [AF Frame] is set to [Face Detect]. Scenery For images shot in Events For images shot in Select [Auto Category].

  • Page 103: Registering Settings To The

    Registering Settings to the You can register a function that you often use when shooting with the button. Menu Item Not Assigned Face Select and Track Exposure Compensation White Balance Custom White Balance Select [Set 1. Press the 2. In the menu, use the button to select [Set 3.

  • Page 104: Using The Button

    Using the Button Press the • For the settings of the registered functions are switched. • For displayed. • For , each press of the balance data. Since the frame does not appear at this point, ensure that the white paper or cloth is positioned so it appears at the center of the LCD monitor and then press the button.

  • Page 105: Playback/Erasing

    Playback/Erasing Please also see Viewing Still Images (p. 18). Viewing Magnified Images Press the zoom lever toward • will display at the upper right and a magnified portion of the image will display. • Images can be magnified up to a factor of approximately 10x.

  • Page 106: Viewing Images In Sets Of Nine (Index Playback)

    Viewing Images in Sets of Nine (Index Playback) Press the zoom lever toward • Up to nine images can be viewed at once in index playback. • Use the change the image selection. To Return to Single Image Playback: Press the zoom lever toward Switching between Sets of Nine Images The jump bar will display if you press the zoom lever toward in index playback and you can switch the display between sets of...

  • Page 107: Check The Focus And Facial Expressions Of Subjects (Focus Check Display)

    Check the Focus and Facial Expressions of Subjects (Focus Check Display) Focus Check display allows you to check the focus of images taken. Moreover, as you can change the display size and switch images, you can easily check facial expressions and whether a subject’s eyes are closed.
  • Page 108 Changing the Display Size and Switching Frames Press the zoom lever toward • Bottom right of the screen will be displayed prominently and the display size and display position can be changed. Change the setting. • You can change the display size by pressing the zoom lever.

  • Page 109: Jumping To Images

    Jumping to Images When you have many images recorded onto a memory card, it is handy to use the search keys below to jump over images to find the object of your search. Jump Shot Date Jump to My Category Jump to Folder Jump to Movie Jump 10 images...

  • Page 110: Display The Images

    Display the Images. 1. Press the • Pressing the MENU button cancels the setting. • Press the FUNC./SET button to display the movie control panel the is selected To Return to Single Image Playback: Press the MENU button. button. (p. 111) when Number of images matching search key...

  • Page 111: Organizing Images By Category (My Category)

    Organizing Images by Category (My Category) You can organize images into prepared categories. Once organized into categories, you can jump to and display the image you want (p. 107). People Scenery Events Select [My Category]. 1. Press the 2. In the menu, use the button to select 3.

  • Page 112: Viewing Movies

    Viewing Movies Display a movie. 1. Use the movie. 2. Press the • Images with a Play the movie. 1. Use the 2. Press the • The movie will pause if you press the FUNC./SET button during playback. It will resume when you press the button again.

  • Page 113: Operating The Movie Control Panel

    Operating the Movie Control Panel Exit Ends playback and returns to single image playback. An icon will display when a printer is connected. See Print the Direct Print User Guide for details. Play Play. You can use the Slow Motion button to speed up playback.

  • Page 114: Rotating Images In The Display

    Rotating Images in the Display Images can be rotated clockwise 90° or 270° in the display. Original Select [Rotate]. 1. Press the 2. In the menu, use the button to select 3. Press the Rotate the image. 1. Use the 2.

  • Page 115: Playback With Transition Effects

    Playback with Transition Effects You can select the transition effect displayed when switching between images. No transition effect. The displayed image darkens and the next image gradually brightens until it is displayed. Press the button to have the previous image display from the left and the button to have the next image display from the right.

  • Page 116: Automated Playback (Slide Shows)

    Automated Playback (Slide Shows) Use this feature to automatically play back all of the images in the memory card. The LCD monitor displays each image for approximately 3 seconds. No transition effect. The new image gradually brightens as it moves upward from the bottom.

  • Page 117: Red-Eye Correction Function

    Play. 1. Press the • The following functions are available during slide shows. - Pausing/resuming the slide show: Press the FUNC./SET button. - Fast forwarding/rewinding the slide show: Press the button (continue to hold the button to switch between images more rapidly).
  • Page 118 Select [Red-Eye Correction]. 1. Press the 2. In the menu, use the button to select 3. Press the Select an image. 1. Use the image you wish to correct red eyes. 2. Press the • A frame will automatically display where red-eye is detected.
  • Page 119 Save the image. 1. Use the [New File] or [Overwrite]. 2. Press the • [New File]: Saved as new file with a new name. The uncorrected image is stored. The new image is stored as the last file. • [Overwrite]: Saved with the same file name as the uncorrected image.
  • Page 120 Add Correction Frame Select [Add Frame]. 1. Use the select [Add Frame]. 2. Press the • A green frame will display. Adjust the position of the correction frame. 1. Use the move the frame. • Size of the frame can be changed with the zoom lever.
  • Page 121 Removing Correction Frames Select [Remove Frame]. 1. Use the select [Remove Frame]. 2. Press the Adjust the position of the correction frame. 1. Use the frame to remove. • The selected frame will appear in green. Delete the frame. 1. Press the •...

  • Page 122: Resizing Images

    Resizing Images You can resave images that were recorded at high recording pixel settings at lower settings. 1600 × 1200 pixels 640 × 480 pixels 320 × 240 pixels Select [Resize]. 1. Press the 2. In the menu, use the button to select 3.
  • Page 123 Save the image. 1. Use the [OK]. 2. Press the • The resized image will be saved in a new file. The original image will remain. • If you wish to continue resizing of another image, repeat operations from step 2. Display the saved image.

  • Page 124: Attaching Sound Memos To Images

    Attaching Sound Memos to Images In playback mode, you can attach sound memos (up to 1 min.) to an image. The sound data is saved in the WAVE format. Select [Sound Memo]. 1. Press the 2. In the menu, use the button to select 3.
  • Page 125 Sound Memo Panel Use the button to select an option and press FUNC./SET button. Exit Returns to the playback screen. Record Starts recording. Pause Pauses recording or playback. Play Begins playback. Erases sound memos. (Select [Erase] and in the Erase confirmation screen press the FUNC./SET button.) You cannot attach sound memos to movies.

  • Page 126: Protecting Images

    Protecting Images You can protect important images and movies from accidental erasure. Select [Protect]. 1. Press the 2. In the menu, use the button to select 3. Press the Protect an image. 1. Use the image to protect. 2. Press the •...

  • Page 127: Erasing All Images

    Erasing All Images You can erase images from a memory card. Note that erased images cannot be recovered. Exercise adequate caution before erasing an image. Protected images cannot be erased with this function. Select [Erase all]. 1. Press the 2. In the menu, use the button to select 3.

  • Page 128: Print Settings/Transfer Settings

    Print Settings/Transfer Settings Setting the DPOF Print Settings You can select images on a memory card for printing and specify the number of print copies in advance using the camera. The settings used on the camera comply with the Digital Print Order Format (DPOF) standards.
  • Page 129 Select [Print Settings]. 1. Press the 2. Use the menu. 3. Use the [Print Settings]. 4. Press the Make settings. 1. Use the option. 2. Use the settings. 3. Press the The Date and File No. settings change according to the Print Type as follows.
  • Page 130 Single Images When [Print Type] (p. 126) is set to [Standard] or [Both], the number of copies can be set. Select [Select Images & Qty.]. 1. Press the 2. Use the menu. 3. Use the [Select Images & Qty.]. 4. Press the Select the images.
  • Page 131 All the Images on a Memory Card One copy of every image will be set to print. Select [Select All Images]. 1. Press the 2. Use the menu. 3. Use the [Select All Images]. 4. Press the Select [OK]. 1. Use the [OK].

  • Page 132: Setting The Dpof Transfer Settings

    Setting the DPOF Transfer Settings You can use the camera to specify settings for images before downloading to a computer. Refer to the Software Starter Guide for instructions on how to transfer images to your computer. The settings used on the camera comply with the DPOF standards. icon may display for a memory card with transfer settings set by a different DPOF-compliant camera.
  • Page 133 Single Images Select an image to transfer. 1. Use the image to transfer. 2. Press the • Pressing the FUNC./SET button again deselects the setting. • You can also select images in the index playback mode. 3. Press the Mark all Execute the transfering images.

  • Page 134: Configuring The Camera

    Configuring the Camera Power Saving Function This camera is equipped with a power saving function, which can automatically turn off the power or LCD monitor. Auto Power Down When set to [On], the power will shut off in the following circumstances.
  • Page 135 Make settings. 1. Use the option. 2. Use the settings. 3. Press the Press the The power saving function will not activate during a slide show or while the camera is connected to a computer. button to select an button to make button.

  • Page 136: Formatting Memory Cards

    Formatting Memory Cards You should always format a new memory card or one from which you wish to erase all images and other data. Please note that formatting (initializing) a memory card erases all data, including protected images and other file types. Select [Format].

  • Page 137: Resetting The File Number

    Resetting the File Number The images you shoot are automatically assigned file numbers. You can select how the file number is assigned. A number one higher than the last one recorded is assigned to the next image. This is convenient for managing all your images together on a computer because you avoid file name duplication when changing folders or memory cards.* Continuous...
  • Page 138 File and Folder Numbers Recorded images are assigned consecutive file numbers starting with 0001 and ranging up to 9999, while folders are assigned numbers starting with 100 and ranging up to 999. Up to 2000 images can be saved into a single folder. New Folder Created Memory Card 1 Continuous...

  • Page 139: Creating An Image Destination (Folder)

    Creating an Image Destination (Folder) You can create a new folder at any time and the recorded images will be automatically saved to that folder. Create New Creates a new folder the next time you shoot images. To Folder create an additional folder, insert the check mark again. You can also specify a date and time if you wish to create a Auto Create new folder using a shooting time after the specified date and...

  • Page 140: Setting The Day Or Time For Automatic Folder

    Setting the Day or Time for Automatic Folder Creation Select [Create Folder]. 1. Press the 2. Use the menu. 3. Use the [Create Folder]. 4. Press the Make settings. 1. Use the [Auto Create] and the to select a creation date. 2.

  • Page 141: Setting The Auto Rotate Function

    Setting the Auto Rotate Function Your camera is equipped with an Intelligent Orientation sensor that detects the orientation of an image shot with the camera held vertically and automatically rotates it to the correct orientation when viewing it in the LCD monitor. Select [Auto Rotate].

  • Page 142: Resetting Settings To Their Default Values

    When the camera is held vertically to shoot, the Intelligent Orientation sensor judges the upper end to be “up” and the lower end to be “down”. It then regulates the optimal white balance, exposure and focus for vertical photography. This function operates regardless of the on/off status of the Auto Rotate function.

  • Page 143: Connecting To A Tv

    Connecting to a TV Shooting/Playback Using a TV You can use the supplied AV cable to shoot or playback images using a TV. Turn off the camera and the TV. Connect the AV cable to the camera’s A/V OUT terminal. •...
  • Page 144 The video output signal can be switched (NTSC or PAL) to accommodate different regional standards (p. 52). The default setting varies between regions. - NTSC: Japan, U.S.A., Canada, Taiwan and others - PAL: Europe, Asia (excluding Taiwan), Oceania and others If the video system is set incorrectly, the camera output may not display properly.

  • Page 145: Troubleshooting

    (p. 11). Reload the batteries in the correct direction (p. 10). Use only unused AA-size alkaline batteries or Canon AA-size NiMH batteries (p. 10). Replace the camera batteries with two unused or fully charged batteries (p. 10).
  • Page 146 Sounds come from the camera interior. The camera’s horizontal/ vertical orientation was changed. When the power is turned on “Card locked!” message appears. The SD memory card’s or SDHC memory card’s write protect tab is set to “Write protect”. The Date/Time menu appears. The lithium date battery charge is depleted.
  • Page 147 Display flickers. Display flickers when shot under fluorescent lighting. A bar of light (purplish red) appears on the LCD monitor. Sometimes appears when shooting a bright subject, such as the sun or other light source. appears. A slow shutter speed has likely been selected because of insufficient lighting.

  • Page 148: Camera Will Not Record

    Format the memory card (p. 134). If reformatting does not work, the memory card logic circuits may be damaged. Consult the nearest Canon Customer Support Help Desk. Slide the write protect tab upward (p. 165).
  • Page 149 AF-assist Beam is set to [Off]. Subject is out of focal range. The subject is hard to focus on. Subject in recorded image is too dark. Insufficient light for shooting. The subject is underexposed because the surroundings are too bright. Subject is too far away for flash to reach.
  • Page 150 Too much light is shining directly into the camera, or is being reflected off the subject. Flash is set to (Flash on). Image contains noise. ISO speed is too high. White dots appear on the image. Light from the flash has reflected off dust particles or insects in the air.
  • Page 151 Eyes appear red. Light is reflected back from the eyes when the flash is used in dark areas. Continuous shooting slows down. The memory card’s performance has dropped. Recording images to memory card takes a long time. Memory card was formatted in another device.
  • Page 152 Shooting movies The recording time may not display properly or shooting may stop unexpectedly. The following types of memory cards are used. - Slow recording cards. - Cards formatted on a different camera or a computer. - Cards which have had images recorded and erased repeatedly.
  • Page 153 Playback Cannot play back. You attempted to play back images shot with another camera or images edited with a computer. File name was changed with a computer or file location was changed. Images cannot be edited. Some images shot with another camera cannot be edited. Movies do not play back correctly.

  • Page 154: Image Is Distorted Or Not Showing On Tv Monitor

    Batteries are not the right type. Battery capacity drops due to low ambient temperatures. Battery terminals are dirty. If using Canon AA-size NiMH batteries As the batteries have not been used for over a year, their recharging capacity has decreased. Battery life has been exceeded.
  • Page 155 Printing with a direct print compatible printer Cannot print The camera and printer are not properly connected. The printer power is not turned on. The print connection method is not correct. Securely connect the camera and printer with the specified cable. Turn on the printer power.

  • Page 156: List Of Messages

    (p. 134). However, 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.
  • Page 157 Change the batteries Battery charge is insufficient to operate the camera. Replace both batteries immediately with unused AA-size alkaline batteries or fully charged Canon AA-size NiMH batteries. Also refer to Battery (p. 164). No image. No images recorded on memory card.
  • Page 158 Incompatible WAVE A sound memo cannot be added to this image since the data type of the existing sound memo is incorrect. In addition, sound cannot be played back. Cannot modify image You attempted to resize or perform red eye correction on a movie or an image recorded with another camera.
  • Page 159 Try turning the power back on, and resume shooting or playback. If this message continues to display, contact your Canon Customer Support Help Desk as there may be a problem with the lens.

  • Page 160: Appendix

    Appendix Safety Precautions Before using the camera, please ensure that you read the safety precautions described below and in the “Safety Precautions” section. Always ensure that the camera is operated correctly. Before using the camera, please ensure that you read the safety precautions described below and in the “Safety Precautions”...
  • Page 161 Please consult your camera distributor or the closest Canon Customer Support Help Desk. Do not use substances containing alcohol, benzine, thinners or other flammable substances to clean or maintain the equipment.
  • Page 162 Do not place the batteries near a heat source or expose it to direct flame or heat. The batteries should not be immersed in water or sea water. Do not attempt to disassemble, alter or apply heat to the batteries. Avoid dropping or subjecting the batteries to severe impacts that could damage the casing.
  • Page 163 Leaving the units plugged in for a long period of time may cause them to overheat and distort, resulting in fire. When recharging the Canon AA-size NiMH batteries, use only a specified battery charger. The compact power adapter is designed for exclusive use with this equipment.
  • Page 164 Be careful not to bang the camera or subject it to strong impacts or shocks that could lead to injury or damage the equipment when wearing or holding it by the strap. Be careful not to bump or strongly push the end of the lens. The above-mentioned could lead to injury or damage the equipment.
  • Page 165 Do not operate the flash with dirt, dust or other items stuck to the surface of the flash. Be careful not to cover the flash with your fingers or clothing when shooting. The flash may be damaged and emit smoke or noise. The resulting heat build-up could damage the flash.

  • Page 166: Preventing Malfunctions

    When using the camera under low temperature conditions or over long periods, you are recommend to use of Canon AA-size NiMH batteries (sold separately). Camera operating time may shorten at low temperatures when alkaline batteries are used.

  • Page 167: Memory Card

    Never mix unused and partially used batteries. The partially used batteries may leak. Do not install the batteries with their terminals ( reversed. Do not mix batteries of different types or from different manufacturers. Before installing the batteries, wipe the battery terminals well with a dry cloth.
  • Page 168 • When the camera is malfunctioning, a corrupted memory card might be the cause. Reformatting the memory card may solve the problem. • When a non-Canon brand memory card is malfunctioning, reformatting it may solve the problem. • Memory cards formatted in other cameras, computers, or peripheral devices may not operate correctly in this camera.

  • Page 169: Using The Power Kits (Sold Separately)

    Be careful when transferring or disposing of a memory card. Formatting or erasing the data on a memory card merely changes the file management information on the memory card and does not ensure that its contents are completely deleted. When disposing of a memory card, take precautions, such as physically destroying the memory card, to prevent personal information leaks.
  • Page 170 The CB-5AH/CB-5AHE battery charger can only be used to charge Canon AA-size NiMH batteries NB-3AH. Do not mix batteries with different purchase dates or different charge states. When recharging batteries, always recharge both of them at the same time. Do not attempt to recharge fully charged batteries, as doing so may reduce or impair battery performance.
  • Page 171 Replace them with new batteries. If you are purchasing new batteries, look for Canon AA-size NiMH batteries. Leaving batteries in the camera or charger may result in damage from battery leakage. When not in use, remove the batteries from the camera or charger and store them in a cool, dry location.

  • Page 172: Power Outlet

    Using the AC Adapter Kit ACK800 It is best to power the camera with AC Adapter Kit ACK800 (sold separately) when you are using it for long periods of time or connecting it to a computer. Turn the camera power off before connecting or disconnecting the AC adapter.

  • Page 173: Using An Externally Mounted Flash (Sold Separately)

    Using an Externally Mounted Flash (Sold Separately) High-Power Flash HF-DC1 This flash is used to supplement the camera’s built-in flash when the subject is too far away for proper illumination. Use the following procedures to affix the camera and High-Power Flash to the supporting bracket.
  • Page 174 For continuous shooting, although the flash fires for the first shot, it does not fire for subsequent shots. Fasten the attachment screws securely so that they do not loosen. Failure to do so may lead to the dropping of the camera and flash resulting in damage to both.

  • Page 175: Replacing The Date Battery

    Replacing the Date Battery If the Date/Time in the Set up menu appears when the camera power is turned on, the date battery charge is low and the date and time settings have been lost. Please purchase a lithium coin battery (CR1220) and replace it as follows.
  • Page 176 Remove the battery by pulling it up in the direction indicated by the arrow. Insert a new battery with the (–) side facing up. Replace the battery holder and close the cover. When the Date/Time menu appears, set the date and time (p. 13). After purchasing the camera and turning on the power for the first time, although the Date/Time menu will appear, you do not need to replace the date battery.

  • Page 177: Camera Care And Maintenance

    Never use organic solvents on the camera body or lens. If dirt remains, contact the closest Canon Customer Support Help Desk as listed on the separate customer support list supplied with your camera.

  • Page 178: Specifications

    Specifications All data is based on Canon’s standard testing methods. Subject to change without notice. PowerShot A580 Camera Effective Pixels : Approx. 8 million Image Sensor Lens Digital Zoom Optical Viewfinder LCD Monitor AF System Focusing Range (From the front of the...
  • Page 179 Metering System Exposure Compensation : ±2 stops in 1/3-stop increments ISO Speed (Standard Output Sensitivity, Recommended Exposure Index) White Balance Built-in Flash Built-in Flash Range Shooting Modes Continuous Shooting Self-timer Recording Media File Format : Evaluative* /Center-weighted average or Spot* *1 Facial brightness is also evaluated in Face Detect AF.
  • Page 180 Data Type Compression Number of (Still images) : Large Recording Pixels (Movies) : Still images: Exif 2.2 (JPEG)* Movies: AVI (Image data: Motion JPEG; Audio data: WAVE (monaural)) Sound Memo: WAVE (monaural) * This digital camera supports Exif 2.2 (also called “Exif Print”).
  • Page 181 Rotate, Slide Show, Red-Eye Correction, Resize, Sound memos (it is possible to record and playback up to 1 min.), Protect : PictBridge compliant, and Canon Direct Print and Bubble Jet Direct compatible : Hi-Speed USB (mini-B) Audio/Video output (NTSC or PAL selectable,...

  • Page 182: Battery Capacity

    • A Canon-brand memory card is used. * Until the battery returns to normal temperature Playback: Normal temperature (23 °C ±2 °C/73 °F ±3.6 °F), normal relative humidity (50% ±20%), continuous playback at 3...
  • Page 183 (Date Stamp) 1600 × 1200 pixels (Widescreen) 3264 × 1832 pixels This reflects standard shooting criteria established by Canon. Actual results may vary according to the subject and shooting conditions. : Memory card included with the camera 32 MB SDC-128M SDC-512MSH...
  • Page 184 Movie Recording Pixels/ Frame Rate 640 × 480 pixels 20 frames/sec. 640 × 480 pixels Standard 20 frames/sec. LP 320 × 240 pixels 30 frames/sec. 160 × 120 pixels Compact 15 frames/sec. • Maximum movie clip length at continuous recording time. Image Data Sizes (Estimated) Recording Pixels 3264 ×...

  • Page 185: Sd Memory Card

    MultiMediaCard Interface Compatible with MultiMediaCard standards Dimensions 32.0 × 24.0 × 1.4 mm (1.26 × 0.94 × 0.06 in.) Weight Approx. 1.5 g (0.05 oz.) SD Memory Card Interface Compatible with SD memory card standards Dimensions 32.0 × 24.0 × 2.1 mm (1.26 × 0.94 × 0.08 in.) Weight Approx.
  • Page 186 Battery Charger CB-5AH/CB-5AHE (Supplied with the separately sold Battery and Charger Kit CBK4-300) Rated Input Rated Output Rated Output Operating Temperatures 0 – 35 °C (32 – 95 °F) Dimensions Weight *1 When charging four NB-3AH batteries *2 When charging two NB-3AH batteries loaded one on each side of the battery charger Compact Power Adapter CA-PS800 (Included with the separately sold AC Adapter Kit ACK800)

  • Page 187: Index

    Index Numerics 3:2 Guide ...99 AC Adapter Kit ACK800 ...170 Accessories ... 36 AF Frame ...46, 82 AF-assist Beam ... 40, 49 AF-Point Zoom ...78 Auto Category ...100 AUTO Mode ...15 Auto Rotate ...139 Battery Installing ... 10 Low Battery ...47 Battery Capacity ...180 Camera Shake Warning ...146 Card...
  • Page 188 Index High-Power Flash ...171 Histogram ...48 Index Playback ...104 Indicators ...43 ISO Speed ... 65 Jump (Searching the Images) .107 LCD Monitor Display ... 53 Lens Retract ...52 List of Messages ...154 Macro ...60 Memory Cards Estimated Capacities ...181 Menu FUNC.
  • Page 189 Index Slide Shows ...114 Sound Memos ...122 Start-up Image ...51 System Map ...34 Telephoto ...55 Transfer Settings (DPOF) ...130 Transition ...113 TV Set ...141 Video Output Signal ...141 Viewfinder ...41 Volume ... 51 White Balance ...94 Wide Angle ... 55 Wrist Strap ...
  • Page 190 If such changes or modifications should be made, you could be required to stop operation of the equipment. Canon U.S.A., Inc. One Canon Plaza, Lake Success, NY 11042, U.S.A. Tel No. (516) 328-5600 Canadian Radio Interference Regulations This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

  • Page 191: Trademark Acknowledgments

    • While every effort has been made to ensure that the information contained in this guide is accurate and complete, no liability can be accepted for any errors or omissions. • Canon reserves the right to change the specifications of the hardware and software described herein at anytime without prior notice.

  • Page 192: Functions Available In Each Shooting Mode

    Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode Some functions may not be available, depending on the shooting mode. Check the functions available for each shooting mode in the table below. Function Exposure Compensation (p. 90) Long Shutter Mode (p.
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  • Page 194 Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode Function AF Frame (p. 82) AF-Point Zoom (p. 78) Digital Zoom (p. 55) Flash Settings (p. 76) Custom Timer (delay, shots) (p. 61) AF-assist Beam (p. 49) Review (Rec. review) (p. 49) Review Info. (p. 16) Auto Category (p.
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