Page 1 Camera User Guide • Make sure you read this guide, including the “Safety Precautions” section, before using the camera. • Reading this guide will help you learn to use the camera properly. • Store this guide safely so that you can use it in the future. ENGLISH...
Page 2: In The Box
Checking the Package Contents Check if the following items are included in your camera package. If anything is missing, contact the retailer where you purchased the camera. Camera (with Terminal Cover) Interface Cable IFC-400PCU Getting Started Using the PDF Manuals The following PDF manuals are included in the Readme folder of the CD- ROM: When the software is installed on your computer, the PDF manuals will be...
Page 3: Read This First
• Take some initial test shots and play them back to make sure the images were recorded correctly. Please note that Canon Inc., its subsidiaries and affiliates, and its distributors are not liable for any consequential damages arising from any malfunction of a camera or accessory, including memory cards, that results in the failure of an image to be recorded or to be recorded in a way that is machine readable.
Page 4: What Do You Want To Do
What Do You Want to Do? Shoot Shoot, leaving it to the camera to make settings (Auto mode) ... 25 Take good people shots Portraits (p. 61) Shoot various other scenes Sports (p. 60) Low Light (p. 62) Shoot with special effects Vivid Colors (p.
Page 5 View Look at my pictures ... 28 Automatically play back pictures (slideshow) ... 124 Look at my pictures on a TV ... 174 Look at my pictures on a computer ... 33 Quickly search pictures ... 120, 121 Erase pictures... 29, 132 Shoot/View Movies Shoot movies ...
Page 6: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Checking the Package Contents ...2 Read This First ...3 What Do You Want to Do? ...4 Table of Contents ...6 Safety Precautions...9 Conventions Used in This Guide ...11 Getting Started ...13 Charging the Battery...14 Compatible Memory Cards (Sold Separately)...16 Inserting the Battery and Memory Card...17...
Page 7 Choosing Settings Yourself ...77 Shooting in Program AE ... 78 Adjusting the Brightness (Exposure Compensation) ... 78 Turning the Flash On ... 79 Correcting the Brightness and Shooting (i-Contrast)... 79 Adjusting the White Balance ... 80 Changing the ISO Speed ... 81 Changing the Tone of an Image (My Colors) ...
Page 8 Table of Contents Magnifying Images...125 Viewing Each Image in a Group ...125 Displaying Various Images (Smart Shuffle) ...127 Changing Image Transitions...128 Protecting Images...128 Erasing Images...132 Tagging Images as Favorites ...134 Organizing Images by Category (My Category)...135 Rotating Images...138 Resizing Images ...139 Trimming...140 Adding Effects with the My Colors Function...141...
Page 9: Safety Precautions
If liquids or foreign objects come into contact with the camera interior, immediately turn the camera off and remove the battery. If the battery charger becomes wet, unplug it from the outlet and consult your camera distributor or a Canon Customer Support Help Desk. • Use only the recommended battery.
Page 10 Safety Precautions • Turn the camera off in places where camera use is prohibited. The electromagnetic waves emitted by the camera may interfere with the operation of electronic instruments and other devices. Exercise adequate caution when using the camera in places where use of electronic devices is restricted, such as inside airplanes and medical facilities.
Page 11: Conventions Used In This Guide
• Remove and store the battery when you are not using the camera. If the battery is left inside the camera, damage caused by leakage may occur. • Before you discard the battery, cover the terminals with tape or other insulators. Contacting other metal materials may lead to fire or explosions.
Page 13: Getting Started
This chapter explains preparations before shooting, how to shoot in A mode, and then how to view and erase the images you take. The latter part of this chapter explains how to shoot and view movies and transfer images to a computer. Attaching Included Items/Holding the Camera •...
Page 14: Charging The Battery
Charging the Battery Use the included charger to charge the battery. Be sure to charge the battery as it is not charged at the time of purchase. CB-2LC CB-2LCE To protect the battery and prolong its life, do not charge it for longer than 24 hours continuously.
Page 15 This is a normal characteristic of the battery and does not indicate a problem. However, if the battery bulges to the point where it will no longer fit into the camera, please contact a Canon Customer Support Help Desk. •...
Page 16: Compatible Memory Cards (Sold Separately)
Compatible Memory Cards (Sold Separately) Using the battery and charger effectively • Charge the battery on the day, or the day before, it will be used. Charged batteries continue to discharge naturally even if they are not used. Attach the cover to a charged battery so that the is visible.
Page 17: Inserting The Battery And Memory Card
Inserting the Battery and Memory Card Insert the included battery and a memory card (sold separately). Terminals Label What if [Memory card locked] appears on the screen? If the write-protect tab is in the locked position, [Memory card locked] will appear on the screen and you will not be able to take or erase images.
Page 18: Removing The Battery And Memory Card
Inserting the Battery and Memory Card Removing the Battery and Memory Card Number of Shots per Memory Card Memory Card Number of Shots • Values are based on the default settings. • The number of shots that can be taken will vary depending on camera settings, the subject and the memory card used.
Page 19: Using The Screen
Using the Screen Adjusting the Position of the Screen Approx. 180° Approx. 90° Approx. 175° • When the camera is on, opening the screen will turn the screen on and the viewfinder off. Closing the screen so it faces the camera body will turn the screen off and the viewfinder on.
Page 20: 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 21: Changing The Date And Time
Daylight saving time settings in Step 2 on p. 20 and press the op buttons or turn the 5 If you choose dial to choose , you will set the time to daylight saving (1 hour ahead). Changing the Date and Time You can change the current date and time settings.
Page 22: Setting The Display Language
Setting the Display Language You can change the language that displays on the screen. What if the clock appears when the m button is pressed? The clock will appear if too much time passes between pressing the m button and the n button in Step 2. If the clock appears, press the m button to remove the clock and repeat Step 2.
Page 23: Formatting Memory Cards
Formatting Memory Cards Before you use a new memory card or one that has been formatted in other devices, you should format the card with this camera. Formatting (initializing) a memory card erases all data on the memory card. As you cannot retrieve the erased data, exercise adequate caution before formatting the memory card.
Page 24: Pressing The Shutter Button
Pressing the Shutter Button Formatting or erasing data on a memory card merely changes the file management information on the card and does not ensure its contents are completely erased. Be careful when transferring or disposing of a memory card. When disposing of a memory card, take precautions such as physically destroying the card to prevent personal information leaks.
Page 25: Taking Pictures (Smart Auto)
Taking Pictures (Smart Auto) Since the camera can determine the subject and shooting conditions, you can let it automatically select the best settings for the scene and just shoot. When the flash fires, the white balance of the main subject and background will be automatically adjusted to obtain the best color (Multi-area White Balance).
Page 26 Taking Pictures (Smart Auto) AF Frame What if... • What if the color and brightness of the images do not turn out as expected? The scene icon (p. 192) that appears on the screen may not match the actual scene, and you may not obtain the expected results. If this happens, try shooting in G mode (p.
Page 27 • What if white and gray frames appear when you point the camera toward a subject? A white frame appears on the face or subject that the camera detected as the main subject, while gray frames appear on other detected faces. The frames will follow the subjects within a certain range.
Page 28: Viewing Images
Viewing Images Choosing the subject to focus on (Tracking AF) After pressing the o button and displaying on the subject you want to focus on. Press and hold the shutter button halfway to display a blue frame where focus and exposure will be maintained (Servo AF). Press the shutter button fully to shoot.
Page 29: Erasing Images
Erasing Images You can choose and erase images one at a time. Please note that erased images cannot be recovered. Exercise adequate caution before erasing an image. Enter Playback mode. Press the 1 button. The last image you took will appear. Choose an image to erase.
Page 30: Shooting Movies
Shooting Movies The camera will determine the subject and shooting conditions, and select the best settings for the scene. The audio will record in stereo. Remaining Time Elapsed Time Microphones Set the camera to A mode and compose the shot. Follow Steps 1 –...
Page 31: Shooting Time
What if white and gray frames appear when shooting? A white frame appears on the face that the camera detected as the main subject, while gray frames appear on other detected faces. The frames will follow the subjects within a certain range. Zooming while shooting Moving the zoom lever while shooting will zoom in on or out from the subject.
Page 32: Viewing Movies
Viewing Movies You can view the movies you have shot on the screen. Enter Playback mode. Press the 1 button. The last image you took will appear. appears on movies. Choose a movie. Press the qr buttons or turn the 5 dial to choose a movie, then press the m button.
Page 33: Transferring Images To A Computer For Viewing
You can use the included software to transfer images you have shot with the camera to a computer for viewing. If you are already using software included with another Canon-brand compact digital camera, install the software from the included CD-ROM, overwriting your current installation.
Page 34: Installing The Software
Transferring Images to a Computer for Viewing Macintosh Mac OS X v10.5 - v10.6 The above OS should be pre-installed on computers with built-in Computer Model USB ports. Intel Processor (still images) Core 2 Duo 2.6 GHz or higher (movies) Mac OS X v10.6: 1 GB or more (still images), 2 GB or more (movies) Mac OS X v10.5: 512 MB or more (still images), 2 GB or more...
Page 35 Turn on the camera to open CameraWindow. Press the 1 button to turn on the camera. For Windows, click [Downloads Images From Canon Camera using Canon CameraWindow] when it appears on the screen. CameraWindow will appear when a connection is established between the camera and computer.
Page 36 For Windows 7, use the following steps to display CameraWindow. Click on the task bar. In the screen that appears, click the Choose [Downloads Images From Canon Camera using Canon CameraWindow] and click [OK]. Double click • You can transfer images even without using the image transfer function in the included software by simply connecting your camera to a computer.
Page 37: Learning More
Learning More This chapter explains the parts of the camera and what appears on the screen, as well as the basic operating instructions.
Page 38: Components Guide
Components Guide Zoom Lever Shooting: i (Telephoto) / j (Wide Angle) (pp. 25, 50) Playback: k (Magnify) / g (Index) (pp. 120, 125) Shutter Button (p. 24) Strap Mount (p. 13) Mode Dial Flash (pp. 26, 79) Hot Shoe Cap (p. 180) Microphones (p.
Page 39: Control Dial
Screen (LCD Monitor) (pp. 19, 40, 191, 194) (Short Cut) (p. 170) / c (Direct Print) Button (p. 146) Diopter Adjustment Dial (p. 41) Viewfinder (p. 40) Movie Button (pp. 30, 107) Indicator (p. 46) Power Button (p. 20) (Zoom Framing Assist) (p. 51) / d (Jump) Button (p.
Page 40: Screen Display
Screen Display Switching the Display You can change the screen display using the l button. Refer to p. 191 for details on information that appears on the screen. Opening the screen with the camera on will turn the screen on, and turn the viewfinder off.
Page 41: Adjusting The Viewfinder
Screen Display in Low Light Conditions The display automatically brightens when shooting in low light 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 42: Func. Menu - Basic Operations
FUNC. Menu – Basic Operations Commonly used functions can be set with the FUNC. menu. The menu items and options differ depending on the Shooting mode (pp. 198 – 199). Available Options Menu Items Display the FUNC. menu. Press the m button. Choose a menu item.
Page 43: Menu - Basic Operations
MENU – Basic Operations Various functions can be set from the menus. The menu items are organized under tabs, such as for shooting (4) and playback (1). The options differ depending on the Shooting mode and the Playback mode (pp. 200 – 203). Display the menu.
Page 44: Changing The Sound Settings
Changing the Sound Settings You can silence or adjust the volume of camera sounds. Muting Sounds You can also mute camera sounds by holding down the l button and • turning the camera on. • If you mute camera sounds, the sound will also be muted when playing back movies (p.
Page 45: Adjusting The Screen Brightness
Adjusting the Screen Brightness The screen brightness can be adjusted in 2 ways. You can set the brightness of the screen and the viewfinder separately (Press the l button to switch to the desired display before making settings). Using the Menu Adjusting the Screen Brightness Choose [Volume].
Page 46: Indicator
Indicator Using the l Button • The next time you turn on the camera, the screen will be at the brightness setting chosen in the 3 tab. When you have [LCD Brightness] set to its highest setting in the 3 tab, •...
Page 47: 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. 21), [Language up Image] (p. 160), [Time Zone] (p. 163) and [Video System] (p. 174) in the 3 tab.
Page 48: Power Saving Function (Auto Power Down)
Power Saving Function (Auto Power Down) To save battery power, the screen turns off, and the camera turns off automatically when it is not operated for a certain time. Power Saving during Shooting The screen will turn off approximately 1 minute after you stop operating the camera.
Page 49: Shooting With Commonly Used Functions
Shooting with Commonly This chapter explains how to use common functions, such as the self- timer. This chapter assumes that the camera is set to A mode. When shooting • in another mode, check which functions are available in that mode (pp. 196 –...
Page 50: 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 approximately 140x maximum, and capture subjects that are too far away for the optical zoom to enlarge. Zoom Factor Turning off the digital zoom To turn off the digital zoom, press the n button to choose [Digital Zoom] in the 4 tab, then choose [Off].
Page 51: Reacquiring Zoomed In Subjects (Zoom Framing Assist)
Reacquiring Zoomed In Subjects (Zoom Framing Assist) If you lose track of your subject while zoomed in, temporarily zooming out will make it easier to find. Changing the displayed area when pressing the Press the n button to choose [ from 3 levels.
Page 52: 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. 20). You can insert and print the shooting date in images which do not have an embedded date and time as follows.
Page 53: Using The Self-Timer
Using the Self-Timer The self-timer can be used to shoot a group photo that includes the photographer. The camera will shoot approximately 10 seconds after the shutter button is pressed. Choose ]. After pressing the p button, press the op buttons or turn the 5 dial to choose ], then press the m button.
Page 54: Customizing The Self-Timer
Using the Self-Timer Using the Self-Timer to Prevent Camera Shake The camera will shoot approximately 2 seconds after the shutter button is pressed, preventing any camera shake that occurs when pressing the shutter button. Customizing the Self-Timer You can set the delay (0 – 30 seconds) and the number of shots (1 – 10 shots).
Page 55: Changing The Aspect Ratio
• When 2 or more shots are set, the exposure and white balance settings are set with the first shot. If the flash fires or you set a high number of shots, the shooting interval may take longer than usual. Shooting will stop automatically if the memory card fills.
Page 56: Changing The Recording Pixel Setting (Image Size)
Changing the Recording Pixel Setting (Image Size) You can choose from 4 recording pixel settings. The digital zoom can be used in the following aspect ratio and recording pixel setting combinations: Aspect ratios of An aspect ratio of Changing the Compression Ratio (Image Quality) You can choose from the following 2 compression ratios (image quality): (Fine),...
Page 57 (Small) 0.3M/640x480 • The values in the table are measured according to Canon standards and may change depending on the subject, memory card and camera settings. • The values in the table are based on 4:3 aspect ratio. If the aspect ratio is changed (p.
Page 58: Correcting The Green Tint From Mercury Lamps
Correcting the Green Tint from Mercury Lamps When shooting scenes lit by mercury lamps, such as night scenes, the subject and background in the recorded image may have a green tint. You can automatically correct the green tint when shooting (Multi-area White Balance).
Page 59: Adding Effects And Shooting In Various Conditions
Adding Effects and Shooting in Various Conditions This chapter explains how to add effects and how to shoot in various conditions.
Page 60: Take Shots Of Moving Subjects (Sports)
Take shots of moving subjects (Sports) Lets you shoot continuous images of a moving subject while focusing automatically. At maximum wide angle, move approximately 1 m (3.3 ft.) or more away from your subject. At maximum telephoto, move approximately 10 m (33 ft.) or more away from your subject and shoot.
Page 61: Shooting In Special Scenes
Shooting in Special Scenes The camera will select the necessary settings for the conditions in which you wish to shoot when you choose the matching mode. Enter K mode. Set the mode dial to K. Choose a Shooting mode. After pressing the m button, press the op buttons to choose Press the qr buttons or turn the 5 dial to choose a Shooting mode, then press the...
Page 62 Shooting in Special Scenes Take nightscapes without using a tripod (Handheld NightScene) Lets you take beautiful snapshots of city nightscenes by combining several continuous shots to reduce camera shake and noise. When using a tripod, you should shoot in A mode (p. 25). Take shots in low light conditions (Low Light) Lets you take shots in dark places with...
Page 63 t Take shots of fireworks • mode, hold the camera firmly while shooting as multiple images are captured in succession. In t mode, attach the camera to a tripod to prevent the camera from • moving and blurring the image. Additionally, you should set [IS Mode] to [Off] when shooting with a tripod (p.
Page 64: Adding Effects And Shooting (Creative Filters)
Adding Effects and Shooting (Creative Filters) You can add various effects to images when shooting. Since you may not achieve the expected results with images shot in Enter mode. Set the mode dial to Choose a Shooting mode. After pressing the m button, press the op buttons to choose Press the op buttons or turn the 5 dial to choose a Shooting mode, then press the...
Page 65: Miniature Effect
Shooting with the Effects of a Fish-Eye Lens (Fish-eye Effect) Lets you shoot with the distorting effect of a fish-eye lens. Taking Shots That Look Like a Miniature Model (Miniature Effect) Blurs chosen portions in the top and bottom of an image to produce the effect of a miniature model.
Page 66: Toy Camera Effect
Adding Effects and Shooting (Creative Filters) If you press the m button in Step 2, the horizontal/vertical orientation of • the frame will switch, and you can press the qr buttons to change the frame position when it is displayed vertically. •...
Page 67: Shooting In Monochrome
Shooting in Monochrome You can shoot images in black and white, sepia or blue and white. Lets you shoot black and white images. Sepia Lets you shoot sepia toned images. Blue Lets you shoot blue and white images. Shooting with Color Accent You can choose to retain a single color and change the rest to black and white in a composition.
Page 68: Shooting With Color Swap
Adding Effects and Shooting (Creative Filters) Recorded color • Using the flash may cause unexpected results in this mode. • Depending on shooting conditions, the image may become coarse, or the colors may not come out as expected. Shooting with Color Swap You can swap one color in an image for another when recording it.
Page 69 • Using the flash may cause unexpected results in this mode. • Depending on shooting conditions, the image may become coarse, or the colors may not come out as expected. Adding Effects and Shooting (Creative Filters) Specify the color to be swapped. Position the center frame so it is filled with the color you want and press the q button.
Page 70: Making Short Movies Automatically (Movie Digest)
Making Short Movies Automatically (Movie Digest) You can make a short movie of a day just by taking still images. Each time you take a picture, the scene just before taking your shot will be recorded as a movie. All the movies recorded that day will be saved as a single file.
Page 71: Detecting A Face And Shooting (Smart Shutter)
Detecting a Face and Shooting (Smart Shutter) Detecting a Smile and Shooting The camera will shoot, even without pressing the shutter button, when it detects a smile. What if a smile is not detected? Smiles are easier to detect if the subject faces the camera, and opens their mouth enough to show some teeth when smiling.
Page 72 Detecting a Face and Shooting (Smart Shutter) Using the Wink Self-Timer Point the camera at a person and press the shutter button fully. The camera will shoot approximately 2 seconds after it detects a wink. What if a wink is not detected? •...
Page 73: Using The Face Self-Timer
Changing the number of shots in Step 1, press the op buttons. After choosing • Shutting both eyes will also be detected as a wink. • If a wink is not detected, the shutter will release approximately 15 seconds later. •...
Page 74: High-Speed Continuous Shooting (High-Speed Burst Hq)
High-Speed Continuous Shooting (High-speed Burst HQ) Changing the number of shots in Step 1, press the op buttons. After choosing Even if your face is not detected after joining the subjects, the shutter will release approximately 15 seconds later. High-Speed Continuous Shooting (High-speed Burst HQ) While the shutter button is pressed down, you can shoot up to 8 continuous shots at a maximum speed of approx.
Page 75 High-Speed Continuous Shooting (High-speed Burst HQ) • The focus, brightness and white balance will be set with the first shot. • Nothing will appear on the screen while shooting. • After continuous shooting ends, a certain amount of time may be needed before you can take the next shot.
Page 76: Shooting Stitch Assist Images
Shooting Stitch Assist Images Large subjects can be split into several shots that can later be merged together using the included software on a computer to create a panoramic image. • This function is not available when a TV is used as a display (p. 175). To use AF lock, register % to the •...
Page 77: Choosing Settings Yourself
Choosing Settings Yourself In this chapter you will learn how to use the various functions in G mode to progressively advance your shooting skills. This chapter assumes that you have set the mode dial to G mode. • G stands for Program AE. •...
Page 78: Shooting In Program Ae
Shooting in Program AE You can choose the settings for various functions to suit your preferences. AE stands for Auto Exposure. The focusing range is approximately 5 cm (2 in.) – infinity at maximum wide angle (j), and approximately 1.4 m (4.6 ft.) – infinity at maximum telephoto (i).
Page 79: Turning The Flash On
Turning the Flash On You can make the flash fire every time you shoot. The effective flash range is approximately 50 cm – 7.0 m (1.6 – 23 ft.) at maximum wide angle (j), and approximately 1.4 – 3.0 m (4.6 – 9.8 ft.) at maximum telephoto (i). What if the setting screen does not appear even when you press the h button? The flash is lowered.
Page 80: Adjusting The White Balance
Adjusting the White Balance The white balance (WB) function sets the optimal white balance for natural looking colors to match the shooting conditions. Auto Automatically sets the optimal white balance for the shooting conditions. Day Light For shooting outdoors, in fine weather conditions. Cloudy For shooting in cloudy, shady or twilight conditions.
Page 81: Changing The Iso Speed
Changing the ISO Speed Automatically adjusts the ISO speed to the Shooting mode and shooting conditions. For shooting outdoors, in fine weather conditions. For shooting in cloudy or twilight conditions. For shooting nightscapes or in dark interiors. High Changing the ISO speed •...
Page 82: Custom Color
Changing the Tone of an Image (My Colors) 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 Changes the image to sepia tones. Changes the image to black and white.
Page 83: Continuous Shooting
Continuous Shooting As long as you hold the shutter button down, the camera will shoot continuously. Maximum Speed Mode (Approx. images/sec.) Continuous Continuous Shooting AF Continuous Shooting LV* * When in t mode (p. 63), AF lock (p. 91) or manual focus modes (p. 93), •...
Page 84: Shooting Close-Ups (Macro)
Shooting Close-ups (Macro) If you set the camera to e, it focuses on close subjects only. The focusing range is approximately 0 – 50 cm (0 – 1.6 ft.) from the end of the lens at maximum wide angle (j). •...
Page 85: Using The Digital Tele-Converter
Using the Digital Tele-Converter The focal length of the lens can be increased by 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 86: Changing The Af Frame Mode
Changing the AF Frame Mode You can change the AF (Auto Focus) frame mode to match the scene you want to shoot. FlexiZone/Center A single AF frame will be used. This is effective for focusing on a specific point. In [FlexiZone], you can change the position and size of the AF frame (p.
Page 87: Face Detect
Face Detect • Detects people’s faces and sets the focus, exposure (evaluative metering only) and white balance ( • When the camera is pointed at subjects, a white frame appears on the face the camera judges to be the main subject, and gray frames (max. 2) will appear on other faces.
Page 88: Changing The Af Frame Position And Size
Changing the AF Frame Position and Size When the AF frame mode is set to [FlexiZone] (p. 86), you can change the position and size of the AF frame. • The spot AE point frame can be linked with the AF frame (p. 95). •...
Page 89: Choosing The Subject To Focus On (Tracking Af)
Choosing the Subject to Focus On (Tracking AF) You can choose the subject you want to focus on and shoot. Choose [Tracking AF]. Press the n button to choose [AF Frame] in the 4 tab, then press the qr buttons to choose [Tracking AF]. will appear in the center of the screen.
Page 90: Magnifying The Focal Point
Magnifying the Focal Point • The camera will detect a subject even if you press the shutter button half way without pressing the appear in the center of the screen. • [Servo AF] (p. 91) is fixed to [On]. • The camera may not be able to track the subject if the subject is too small, moves too quickly or if the contrast between the subject and the background is too low.
Page 91: Shooting With The Af Lock
Shooting with the AF Lock The focus can be locked. After locking the focus, the focal distance will not change even when you release your finger from the shutter button. Shooting with Servo AF While the shutter button is pressed halfway, the focus and exposure will continue to adjust, allowing you to take pictures of moving subjects without missing a shot.
Page 92: Focus Bracketing (Focus-Bkt Mode)
Focus Bracketing (Focus-BKT Mode) • If a correct exposure cannot be obtained, the shutter speed and aperture value appear in orange. Release your finger from the shutter button, then press it again halfway. • You cannot shoot with the AF lock in this mode. The [AF-Point Zoom] option in the 4 tab is not available in Servo AF •...
Page 93: Shooting In Manual Focus Mode
Shooting in Manual Focus Mode You can use manual focus when auto focus is not possible. If you press the shutter button halfway after roughly focusing manually, you can fine tune the focus. MF Indicator • You cannot change the AF frame mode or size while focusing manually (p.
Page 94: Choosing The Person To Focus On (Face Select)
Choosing the Person to Focus On (Face Select) You can choose a specific person’s face to focus on and then shoot. Set the AF frame to [Face Detect] (p. 87). Enter Face Select mode. Point the camera toward the face of the subject and press the After [Face Select : On] appears, a face frame...
Page 95: Changing The Metering Method
Changing the Metering Method You can change the metering method (brightness measuring function) to match the shooting conditions. For standard shooting conditions, including back lit shots. Evaluative Automatically adjusts the exposure to match the shooting conditions. Center Averages the light metered from the entire frame, but gives greater Weighted Avg.
Page 96: Shooting With The Ae Lock
Shooting with the AE Lock You can lock the exposure and shoot, or set the focus and exposure separately to shoot. AE stands for “Auto Exposure”. Program Shift If you lock the exposure and turn the 5 dial, you can change the shutter speed and aperture value combination.
Page 97: Auto Exposure Bracketing (Aeb Mode)
Auto Exposure Bracketing (AEB Mode) The camera takes 3 continuous shots while automatically adjusting the exposure to standard exposure, underexposure and overexposure, in that order. AEB is only available in ! (p. 26). • • Continuous shooting (p. 83) cannot be used in this mode. If you press the l button while in the exposure compensation screen •...
Page 98: Adjusting The Flash Exposure Compensation
Adjusting the Flash Exposure Compensation Just as with exposure compensation (p. 78), you can adjust the exposure from –2 to +2 stops in 1/3-stop increments when using the flash. Safety FE The camera automatically changes the shutter speed or aperture value when the flash fires to avoid overexposing and blowing out the highlights in the scene.
Page 99: Red-Eye Correction
Attach the camera to a tripod to prevent the camera from moving and blurring the image. Additionally, you should set [IS Mode] to [Off] when shooting with a tripod (p. 168). What if the setting screen does not appear even when you press the h button? The flash is lowered.
Page 100: Checking For Shut Eyes
Checking for Shut Eyes Red-eye correction may be applied to areas other than red eyes. For example, when red make-up has been used around eyes. • You can also correct recorded images (p. 143). If you hold down the h button for more than 1 second, the screen in Step •...
Page 101: Getting More Out Of Your Camera
Getting More Out of Your This chapter explains how to shoot in M, B and D modes. How to use • This chapter assumes that the camera has been set to the corresponding mode. modes is also explained. Camera...
Page 102: Setting The Shutter Speed
Setting the Shutter Speed You can set the shutter to the speed at which you want to shoot. The camera will set the appropriate aperture value for the shutter speed you set. M stands for “Time value”. Available Shutter Speeds 15", 13", 10", 8", 6", 5", 4", 3"2, 2"5, 2", 1"6, 1"3, 1", 0"8, 0"6, 0"5, 0"4, 0"3, 1/4, 1/5, 1/6, 1/8, 1/10, 1/13, 1/15, 1/20, 1/25, 1/30, 1/40, 1/50, 1/60, 1/80, 1/100, 1/125, 1/160, 1/200, 1/250, 1/320, 1/400, 1/500, 1/640, 1/800, 1/1000, 1/1250, 1/1600, 1/2000, 1/2500, 1/3200...
Page 103: Setting The Aperture Value
Setting the Aperture Value You can set the aperture to a value at which you want to shoot. The camera will set the appropriate shutter speed for the aperture value you set. B stands for “Aperture value”, which refers to the size of the aperture opening inside the lens.
Page 104: Setting The Shutter Speed And Aperture Value
Setting the Shutter Speed and Aperture Value You can manually set the shutter speed and aperture to shoot images with the exposure you want. D stands for “Manual”. Aperture Value Shutter Speed Standard Exposure Level Exposure Level Exposure Level Indicator •...
Page 105: Adjusting The Flash Output
Adjusting the Flash Output In D mode, you can choose 3 levels of flash output. You can also set the flash output level by pressing the n button to • choose [Flash Control] (p. 99) in the 4 tab, then choose [Flash Output] and press the qr buttons to choose a setting.
Page 106: Saving Shooting Settings
Saving Shooting Settings You can save commonly used Shooting modes and settings to your preference. To switch to saved settings, simply turn the mode dial to . Even if you switch Shooting modes or turn off the camera, settings that usually cancel (self timer, etc.) will be saved.
Page 107: Using Various Functions For Shooting Movies
Using Various Functions for This chapter serves as a more advanced version of the “Shooting Movies” and “Viewing Movies” sections in Chapter 1, and explains how to use various functions for shooting and viewing movies. This chapter assumes that you have set the mode dial to E. However, •...
Page 108: Shooting Movies In E Mode
Shooting Movies in E Mode Changing the Movie Mode You can choose among 3 different Movie modes. E Standard iFrame Movie Super Slow Motion Movie *1 Video type advocated by Apple. *2 You can quickly edit and save iFrame movies if you use the included software. Enter E mode.
Page 109: Miniature Effect P
Shooting Various Kinds of Movies Just as with still images, you can let the camera select the best settings for the scene or add various effects while shooting movies. I Portrait J Landscape w Beach O Foliage P Snow t Fireworks •...
Page 110: Shoot Movies That Look Like A Miniature Model (Miniature Effect)
Shoot Movies That Look Like a Miniature Model (Miniature Effect) You can shoot movies that look like moving miniature models. You create the miniature model effect by choosing the upper and lower portions of the scene that will be blurred, and the playback speed, which makes people and objects in the scene move quickly during playback.
Page 111: Shooting Super Slow Motion Movies
• The image quality will be fixed at chosen, and If you press the m button in Step 2, the horizontal/vertical orientation of • the frame will switch, and you can press the qr buttons to change the frame position when it is displayed vertically. •...
Page 112 Shooting Super Slow Motion Movies Frame Rates and Playback Times (for 30 Sec. Clips) Frame Rate 240 fps 120 fps Viewing super slow motion movies • The movie will play back in slow motion when you follow Steps 1 – 3 on p. 32. •...
Page 113: Changing The Image Quality
*1 Approx. 13 min. 35 sec. for iFrame movies (p. 108). *2 Approx. 55 min. 38 sec. for iFrame movies (p. 108). • Based on Canon’s testing standards. • Recording will automatically stop when the clip file size reaches 4 GB, or when the...
Page 114: Taking Still Images While Shooting A Movie
Taking Still Images while Shooting a Movie You can shoot still images while shooting a movie. What if you cannot take a still image? You may not be able to take still images when the writing speed to the memory card is slow, or when there is insufficient internal memory.
Page 115: Ae Lock/Exposure Shift
AE Lock/Exposure Shift You can lock the exposure or change it in 1/3 steps within a range of –2 to +2 before shooting. Sound Settings Adjusting the Recording Volume You can manually set the recording volume for shooting movies. Lock the exposure. Press the o button to lock the exposure.
Page 116: Other Shooting Functions
Other Shooting Functions Using the Wind Filter Wind Filter suppresses noise when the wind is strong. However, unnatural sound may result when used to record in locations with no wind. Other Shooting Functions The following functions can be used in the same way as for still images. However, depending on the Shooting mode, settings may not be available or may not have any effect.
Page 117: Editing
Editing You can trim the beginnings and ends of recorded movies. Movie Editing Panel Movie Editing Bar Choose *. Follow Steps 1 – 3 on p. 32 to choose *, then press the m button. The movie editing panel and the movie editing bar will appear.
Page 118: Save The Edited Movie
Editing • When [Overwrite] is chosen in Step 4, the unedited movie is overwritten with the edited movie, erasing the original. • When there is not enough space left on the memory card, only [Overwrite] can be chosen. • If the battery is depleted partway through saving, the edited movie clips may not be saved.
Page 119: Using Various Playback And Editing Functions
Using Various Playback and This chapter explains various ways to play back and edit images. Press the 1 button to enter Playback mode before operating the camera. • • It may not be possible to play back or edit images that have been edited on a computer, have had their file names changed, or have been taken on a different camera.
Page 120: Quickly Searching Images
Quickly Searching Images Searching Images Using Index Display Displaying multiple images at the same time lets you quickly find the image you want. Searching Images by Scrolling Turning the 5 dial will display images in a line letting you quickly search them.
Page 121: Viewing Images In Filtered Playback
Viewing Movies Made with Movie Digest You can select movies made in Viewing Images in Filtered Playback When there are many images on the memory card, you can filter and display them by a specified filter. You can also protect (p. 128) or erase (p. 132) images at once while filtered.
Page 122 Viewing Images in Filtered Playback Search by Target Filters What if you cannot choose a filter? Filters that do not have any corresponding images cannot be chosen. Filtered playback In filtered playback (Step 2), you can view filtered images with “Quickly Searching Images”...
Page 123: Checking The Focus
Jump by Checking the Focus You can magnify the area of a recorded image that was inside the AF Frame to check the focus. Images In single image playback, press the d button, then press the op buttons to choose a jump method. If you press the qr buttons, the display will advance to the image that is the chosen number of images away.
Page 124: Viewing Slideshows
Viewing Slideshows The focus check display is not available for movies. Viewing Slideshows You can automatically play back images recorded to a memory card. If you press the qr buttons or turn the 5 dial during playback, the image • will switch.
Page 125: Magnifying Images
Magnifying Images Approximate Location of Displayed Area In magnified display, pressing the n button restores single image • playback. • Movies cannot be magnified. Viewing Each Image in a Group Grouped images taken in Move the zoom lever toward k. The display will zoom in on the image.
Page 126: Ungrouping Images
Viewing Each Image in a Group Group playback In group playback (Step 2), you can search (p. 120) and magnify (p. 125) images. You can process all the images in a group at once while in “Protecting Images” (p. 128), “Erasing Images” (p. 132), or “Choosing Images for Printing (DPOF)” (p.
Page 127: Displaying Various Images (Smart Shuffle)
Displaying Various Images (Smart Shuffle) The camera will choose 4 images based on the displayed image. If you choose one of those images, the camera will select 4 more images letting you enjoy playing back images in an unexpected order. This will work best if you take many shots of various scenes.
Page 128: Changing Image Transitions
Changing Image Transitions You can choose from 3 transition effects when switching between images in single image playback. Protecting Images You can protect important images so that they cannot be accidentally erased with the camera (pp. 29, 132). Choosing a Selection Method If you format the memory card (pp.
Page 129: Choosing Images Individually
Choosing Images Individually If you switch to Shooting mode or turn off the camera before performing the operations in Step 3, images will not be protected. Choose [Select]. Follow Step 2 on p. 128 to choose [Select], then press the m button. Choose images.
Page 130: Selecting A Range
Protecting Images Selecting a Range Choose [Select Range]. Follow Step 2 on p. 128 to choose [Select Range], then press the m button. Choose a starting image. Press the m button. Press the qr buttons or turn the 5 dial to choose an image, then press the m button.
Page 131: Protect Images
Choosing images with the 5 dial You can also choose the first or last image by turning the 5 dial when the upper screen in Steps 2 and 3 is displayed. Choosing All Images You can unlock groups of protected images if you choose [Unlock] in Step 4 in “Selecting a Range”, or Step 2 in “Choosing All Images”.
Page 132: Erasing Images
Erasing Images You can erase all images at once. Since erased images cannot be recovered, exercise adequate caution before erasing. Protected images (p. 128) cannot be erased. Choosing a Selection Method Choosing Images Individually Choose [Erase]. Press the n button to choose [Erase] in the 1 tab, then press the m button.
Page 133 Selecting a Range Choosing All Images Erase. If you press the n button, a confirmation screen will appear. Press the qr buttons or turn the 5 dial to choose [OK], then press the m button. Choose [Select Range]. Follow Step 2 on p. 132 to choose [Select Range], then press the m button.
Page 134: Tagging Images As Favorites
Tagging Images as Favorites When you tag images as favorites, you can easily categorize just those images. You can also filter out just those images for viewing, protecting or erasing (p. 121). If you switch to Shooting mode or turn off the camera before completing the setting in Step 3, images will not be tagged as favorites.
Page 135: Organizing Images By Category (My Category)
Organizing Images by Category (My Category) You can organize images into categories. You can display the images in a category in filtered playback (p. 121) and process all images at once by using the functions below. • “Viewing Slideshows” (p. 124), “Protecting Images” (p. 128), “Erasing Images”...
Page 136 Organizing Images by Category (My Category) Choosing Images Individually If you switch to Shooting mode or turn off the camera before completing the setting in Step 4, images will not be tagged as My Category. Choose [Select]. Follow Step 2 on p. 135 to choose [Select], then press the m button.
Page 137 Selecting a Range If you choose [Deselect] in Step 4, you can deselect all of the images in the [Select Range] category. Organizing Images by Category (My Category) Choose [Select Range]. Follow Step 2 on p. 135 to choose [Select Range], then press the m button.
Page 138: Rotating Images
Rotating Images You can change the orientation of an image and save it. • Movies with an image quality setting of • Images cannot be rotated (p. 172) if [Auto Rotate] is set to [Off]. Choose [Rotate]. Press the n button to choose [Rotate] in the 1 tab, then press the m button.
Page 139: Resizing Images
Resizing Images You can resize images to a lower pixel setting and save the resized image as a separate file. • You cannot resize an image to a larger size. • Images saved as • Movies cannot be edited. Choose [Resize]. Press the n button to choose [Resize] in the 1 tab, then press the m button.
Page 140: Trimming
Trimming You can cut out a portion of a recorded image and save it as a new image file. Trimming Area Trimming Area Display Recorded pixels after trimming • Images recorded at a pixel setting of (p. 139) cannot be edited. •...
Page 141: Adding Effects With The My Colors Function
Adding Effects with the My Colors Function You can change the color of an image and save it as a separate image. Refer to p. 81 for details on each menu item. If you repeatedly change the color of the same image, the quality will gradually deteriorate and you may not achieve the expected color.
Page 142: Correcting The Brightness (I-Contrast)
Correcting the Brightness (i-Contrast) The camera can detect areas in an image, such as faces or backgrounds, that are too dark and automatically adjust them to the optimum brightness. Also, when the overall image is lacking in contrast, the camera will automatically correct the image for a sharper impression.
Page 143: 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 corrected properly. • When [Overwrite] in Step 4 is chosen, the uncorrected image is overwritten with the corrected data, erasing the original image. •...
Page 145: Printing
Canon-brand PictBridge compliant printer (sold separately). Canon-Brand PictBridge Compliant Printers • This chapter uses Canon-brand SELPHY CP series printers in the explanations. The displayed screens and available functions will differ depending on the printer. Please also refer to the Printer User Guide.
Page 146: Printing Images
Printing Images Easy Print You can easily print the pictures you take by connecting the camera to a PictBridge compliant printer (sold separately) using the supplied interface cable (p. 2). Turn off the camera and printer. Connect the camera to the printer. Open the cover and insert the cable’s small plug firmly into the camera terminal in the direction shown.
Page 147: Making Print Settings
• Refer to p. 214 for Canon-brand PictBridge compliant printers (sold separately). • Index printing is not available on certain Canon-brand PictBridge compliant printers (sold separately). Making Print Settings Choose an image. Press the qr buttons or turn the 5 dial to choose an image.
Page 148 Printing Images Default Date File No. Both Default Red-Eye1 No. of Copies Choose the number of copies. Trimming — Paper Settings — Trimming and Printing (Trimming) You can cut out a portion of an image for printing. Follows the printer’s settings. Prints the date.
Page 149 • You may not be able to trim images depending on the aspect ratio, or if they are too small. • Trimming photos with embedded dates may not show the dates properly. Choosing the Paper Size and Layout for Printing Choose [Paper Settings].
Page 150: Available Layout Options
Printing Images Available Layout Options Default Follows the printer’s settings. Bordered Prints with a border. Borderless Prints without a border. N-up Selects how many copies of an image are printed on a sheet. Prints ID photos. ID Photo Only images with a recording pixel setting of L and an aspect ratio of 4:3 can be chosen.
Page 151: Connect The Camera To The Printer
Pressing the m button during printing will cancel printing. • • [ID Photo] and [Sequence] cannot be chosen on Canon brand PictBridge compliant printers from CP720/CP730 and earlier models. Connect the camera to the printer. Follow Steps 1 – 5 on p. 146 to choose a movie.
Page 152: Choosing Images For Printing (Dpof)
Choosing Images for Printing (DPOF) You can choose up to 998 images on a memory card for printing and specify settings such as the number of copies so that they can be printed as a batch (p. 156) or processed at a photo developer service. These selection methods comply with the DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) standards.
Page 153: Print Settings
Print Settings You can set the print type, date and file number. These settings apply to all images chosen for printing. Standard Print Type Index Both Date File No. Clear DPOF data • Some printers or photo developer services may not be able to reflect all of the settings in the prints.
Page 154: Choosing The Number Of Copies
Choosing Images for Printing (DPOF) Choosing the Number of Copies Choose [Select Images & Qty.]. Press the n button to choose [Select Images & Qty.] in the 2 tab, then press the m button. Choose an image. Press the qr buttons or turn the 5 dial to choose an image, then press the m button.
Page 155: Set All Images To Print Once
Select Range Set All Images to Print Once Clearing All Selections Choosing Images for Printing (DPOF) Choose [Select Range]. Follow Step 1 on p. 154 to choose [Select Range], then press the m button. Choose images. Follow Steps 2 – 3 on p. 130 to choose images.
Page 156 Choosing Images for Printing (DPOF) Printing chosen images (DPOF) • When there are images added to the print list (pp. 152 – 155), the screen on the left will appear when you connect the camera to a PictBridge compliant printer. Press the op buttons to choose [Print now], then press the m button to easily print images added to the print list.
Page 157: Customizing Camera Settings
Customizing Camera Settings You can customize various settings to suit your shooting preferences. The first part of this chapter explains convenient and commonly used functions. The latter part explains how to change shooting and playback settings to suit your purposes.
Page 158: Changing Camera Settings
Changing Camera Settings You can customize convenient and commonly used functions in the 3 tab (p. 43). Changing Sounds You can change each of the camera’s operation sounds. Even if you change the [Shutter Sound], it will not be reflected in the shutter sound option in Turning Off Hints &...
Page 159: Low Level Memory Card Formatting
Low Level Memory Card Formatting Perform low level formatting when [Memory card error] appears, the camera does not operate properly, you think that the recording/reading speed of a memory card has dropped, the continuous shooting speed slows down, or recording suddenly stops while shooting a movie. As you cannot retrieve the erased data, exercise adequate caution before formatting the memory card.
Page 160 Changing Camera Settings Changing the Start-up Screen You can change the start-up screen that appears when you turn on the camera. Registering Recorded Images as the Start-up Screen Any previously registered start-up image will be overwritten when registering a new start-up image. Choose [Start-up Image], then press the m button.
Page 161 Register the start-up image or sounds with the included software The dedicated operation sounds and start-up images on the included software can be registered to the camera. Refer to the Software Guide for details. Changing the File Number Assignment Images you shoot are automatically assigned file numbers in the order they were taken, from 0001 –...
Page 162: Creating Folders By Shooting Date
Changing Camera Settings Creating Folders by Shooting Date Images are saved into folders created each month, however, you can also create folders by shooting date. Changing the Lens Retract Time For safety reasons, the lens retracts about 1 minute after pressing the 1 button when in a Shooting mode (p.
Page 163: Setting The Screen Shut-Off Time
Setting the Screen Shut-Off Time You can adjust the time the screen takes to shut off automatically (p. 48). This also works when [Auto Power Down] is set to [Off]. Using the World Clock When traveling abroad, you can record images with local dates and times simply by switching the time zone setting.
Page 164 Changing Camera Settings If you change the date or time in the time and date will automatically change. Changing the Displayed Units You can change the units that display in the MF indicator (p. 93) and zoom bar (p. 25) from m/cm to ft/in. Choose the world time zone.
Page 165: Changing Shooting Function Settings
Changing Shooting Function Settings If you set the mode dial to G, you can change the settings in the 4 tab (p. 43). Before attempting to shoot using a function explained in this section in modes other than G, check if the function is available in those modes (pp.
Page 166: Changing The Flash Timing
Changing Shooting Function Settings Changing the Flash Timing You can change the timing of the flash and shutter. Turning Off the Red-Eye Reduction Function The red-eye reduction lamp lights in order to reduce the red-eye effect that occurs when shooting in dark conditions with the flash. You can turn off this function. Changing the Image Display Time Right After Shooting You can change the length of time the images display right after shooting.
Page 167: After Shooting
Changing the Way the Image Displays Right After Shooting You can change the way the image displays right after shooting. Customizing Display Information You can change which information is displayed by switching between custom displays with each press of the l button. Changing Shooting Function Settings Choose [Review Info], then press the qr buttons to choose an option.
Page 168 Changing Shooting Function Settings If you press the shutter button halfway and return to the shooting screen from the custom display settings screen, the settings will not be saved. • Gray items can also be set, however, they may not appear depending on the Shooting mode.
Page 169 Turning Off the Powered IS Function Powered IS reduces subtle camera shake when shooting movies at max. telephoto. However, when shooting while walking, or during long panning shots, you should set Powered IS to [Off], as it may cause unexpected results in these situations.
Page 170: Registering Functions To The
Changing Shooting Function Settings Registering Functions to the • Choose if you want to return the button to default settings. • 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. •...
Page 171: Registering Commonly Used Shooting Menus (My Menu)
Registering Commonly Used Shooting Menus (My Menu) You can register up to 5 items from commonly used shooting menus to the tab, letting you quickly access these items from a single screen. • Gray items in Step 2 can also be set, however, they may not be available depending on the Shooting mode.
Page 172: Changing Playback Function Settings
Changing Playback Function Settings You can adjust the settings in the 1 tab by pressing the 1 button (p. 43). Turning Off the Auto Rotate Function When you play back images on the camera, images shot in vertical orientation automatically rotate and display vertically. You can turn off this function.
Page 173: Useful Information
Useful Information This chapter introduces how to use the accessories and Eye-Fi cards (both sold separately) (p. 212), troubleshooting tips, and contains lists of functions and items that appear on the screen.
Page 174: Viewing Images On A Tv
Viewing Images on a TV Using the separately sold Stereo AV Cable AVC-DC400ST (p. 213), you can connect the camera to a TV to view images you have shot. White Yellow Yellow White What if the images don’t display correctly on the TV? Images will not display correctly if the camera’s video output setting (NTSC/PAL) does not match the TV system.
Page 175: Shooting Using A Tv As The Display
Shooting Using a TV as the Display You can use a TV to display the camera screen content while shooting. • To connect the camera to a TV, follow the Steps in “Viewing Images on a TV” (p. 174). • Shooting procedures are the same as when using the camera screen.
Page 176 Viewing Images on a TV Using a TV Remote to Control the Camera When you connect the camera to an HDMI CEC compatible TV, you can use the TV’s remote control to operate the camera and play back images or view slideshows.
Page 177 Summary of the Camera Control Panel Displayed on the TV Return Group playback Play movie Slideshow Index playback l Change display • If you operate the controls on the camera, you will not be able to control the camera with the TV’s remote control until you return to single image playback.
Page 178: Using Household Power
Using Household Power If you use AC Adapter Kit ACK-DC80 (sold separately), you can use the camera without worrying about how much charge is left in the battery. Terminals Cable Turn off the camera. Plug the cord into the coupler. Fully insert the plug into the coupler.
Page 179: Using The Lens Hood (Sold Separately)
Do not unplug the plug or power cord with the camera turned on. This could erase images you have taken or damage the camera. Using the Lens Hood (Sold Separately) When shooting a backlit, wide-angle photo without using a flash, attach Lens Hood LH-DC60 (sold separately) to reduce the amount of extraneous light entering the lens.
Page 180: Using An Externally Mounted Flash (Sold Separately)
When a Speedlite EX series flash is mounted, you cannot set the built-in flash. • Using a non-Canon brand flash (particularly a high-voltage flash) or flash accessories may inhibit normal operation or damage the camera. • Please also read the Speedlite EX series manual included with the flash.
Page 181 Speedlite 580EX II/430EX II/320EX/270EX II/ 270EX These flashes enable you to shoot scenes brightly and allow for a wider range of flash photography to suit your purposes. Using an Externally Mounted Flash (Sold Separately) Attach the flash to the hot shoe. Turn the flash on, then turn the camera on.
Page 182 Using an Externally Mounted Flash (Sold Separately) What if... • What if you cannot perform the operations in Steps 4 and 5? Set the camera to G, M, B or D mode. • What if you cannot adjust settings for the built-in flash? When a Speedlite EX series flash is mounted, the setting screen for the built-in flash will not appear, and you will not be able to adjust settings.
Page 183: Sold Separately
Configuring the Externally Mounted Flash (Sold Separately) You can set the following options when in G, M, B and D modes. In other modes, only [Red-Eye Corr.] and [Red-Eye Lamp] can be set (the flash adjusts and fires automatically). Item Auto* Flash Mode Manual*...
Page 184: Using An Eye-Fi Card
Using an Eye-Fi Card Before using an Eye-Fi card, be sure to check whether Eye-Fi card use is authorized in the country or territory of use (p. 16). When you put a prepared Eye-Fi card into the camera, you can automatically transfer your images wirelessly to a computer, or upload them to a web service.
Page 185: Checking Connection Information
Checking Connection Information You can check the Eye-Fi card’s access point SSID, or connection status. Disabling Eye-Fi Transfer You can set the card to disable Eye-Fi transfer. What if [Eye-Fi Settings] does not appear? [Eye-Fi Settings] will not appear when an Eye-Fi card is not inserted in the camera, and when an Eye-Fi card’s write-protect tab is in the locked position.
Page 186: 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. Power You pressed the power button, but nothing happened.
Page 187: Image Is Blurred
Image is blurred. • Press the shutter button halfway to focus on the subject, then press fully to shoot (p. 24). • Shoot the subject within the focusing distance (p. 207). • Set the [AF-assist Beam] to [On] (p. 165). •...
Page 188 Troubleshooting Recording images to the memory card takes a long time, or continuous shooting slows down. • Perform a low-level format of the memory card in the camera (p. 159). Cannot make settings for shooting functions or FUNC. menu. • The items in which settings can be made differ depending on the shooting mode.
Page 189: List Of Messages That Appear On The Screen
Memory card error (p. 159) • If the same message appears even when a formatted memory card is inserted in the correct direction, contact a Canon Customer Support Help Desk (p. 17). Insufficient space on card • There is not enough free space on the memory card to shoot (pp. 25, 30, 49, 59, 77, 101, 107) or edit images (pp.
Page 190 If an error code appears directly after taking a picture, the shot may not have been recorded. Check the image in Playback mode. • If this error code reappears, note the Error number (Exx) and contact a Canon Customer Support Help Desk as there may be a problem with the camera. File Error •...
Page 191: Information Displayed On The Screen
Information Displayed on the Screen Shooting (Information Display) The same information will display on the viewfinder. Battery Charge Indicator (p. 15) Camera Orientation* White Balance (p. 80) My Colors (p. 81) AEB Shooting (p. 97), Focus Bracketing (p. 92) Drive Mode (p. 83) Eye-Fi Connection Status (p.
Page 192: Scene Icons
Information Displayed on the Screen : Standard, : Held vertically When shooting, the camera detects if it is held vertically or horizontally, and adjusts settings accordingly for the best shot. It also detects orientation during playback, so you can hold the camera in either orientation and it will automatically rotate images for correct viewing.
Page 193 IS Mode Icons Automatically sets the optimal image stabilization for the scene (Intelligent IS) and displays the following icons when in A mode Reduces camera shake when shooting still images. Reduces camera shake when panning while shooting*. Reduces camera shake for macro photography (Hybrid IS).
Page 194 Information Displayed on the Screen Playback (Detailed Information Display) Movies (pp. 30, 32) High- speed Burst HQ (p. 74), Print List (p. 152) My Category (p. 135) Shooting Mode (p. 196) ISO Speed (p. 81), Playback Speed (p. 110) Exposure Compensation Amount (p.
Page 195 Summary of Movie Control Panel in “Viewing Movies” (p. 32) Exit Play Slow Motion (You can use the qr buttons or turn the 5 dial to adjust the speed. Sound will not play back.) Skip Backward* (Continues to skip backward if you hold down the m button.) Previous Frame (Rewind if you hold down the m button.) Next Frame (Fast forward if you hold down the m button.) Skip Forward* (Continues to skip forward if you hold down the m button.)
Page 196: Functions And Menu Lists
Functions and Menu Lists Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode Function Exposure Compensation (p. 78) ISO Speed (p. 81) Self-Timer (p. 53) Self-Timer Settings (p. 54) Flash (pp. 26, 79, 98) Av/Tv Settings (pp. 102, 103) AE Lock/FE Lock (p. 96) AE Lock (Movie)/Exposure Shift (p.
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Page 198 Functions and Menu Lists FUNC. Menu Function White Balance (p. 80) My Colors (p. 81) Bracketing (pp. 92, 97) Drive Mode (p. 83) Flash Exposure Compensation (p. 98) Flash Output Settings (p. 105) Metering Method (p. 95) Still Image Aspect Ratio (p. 55) Recording Pixels (p.
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Page 200: Shooting Menu
Functions and Menu Lists 4 Shooting Menu Function Face Detect AF Frame (p. 86) Tracking AF FlexiZone/Center Standard Digital Zoom (pp. 50, 85) Digital Tele-converter (1.5x/2.0x) * AF-Point Zoom (p. 90) Servo AF (p. 91) Continuous AF (p. 165) AF-assist Beam (p. 165) MF-Point Zoom (p.
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Page 202 Functions and Menu Lists Function Center Spot AE Point (p. 95) AF Point Safety Shift (p. 103) Movie Audio (pp. 115, 116) Mic Level/Level/Wind Filter Review (p. 166) Off / 2 - 10 sec. / Hold Review Info (p. 167) Detailed/Focus Check Blink Detection (p.
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Page 204: Set Up Menu
Functions and Menu Lists 3 Set up Menu Item Mute On/Off* Volume Set all operation sounds (5 levels). Sound Options Set the sounds for each camera operation. Hints & Tips On*/Off LCD Brightness Sets screen brightness (5 levels). Start-up Image Add an image as a start-up image.
Page 205: Playback Menu
1 Playback Menu Item Movie Digest Playback Plays back movies made in Movie Digest mode. Smart Shuffle Starts Smart Shuffle. Slideshow Plays back images automatically. Erase Erases images (Select, Select Range, All Images). Protects images (Select, Select Range, All Protect Images).
Page 206: Handling Precautions
• Use a commercially available blower brush to remove dust from the lens. For stubborn dirt contact a Canon Customer Support Help Desk. • When you move the camera rapidly from cold to hot temperatures, condensation may form on the internal or external surfaces of the camera.
Page 207: Specifications
Specifications Image Sensor Camera Effective Pixels ...Approx. 12.1 million pixels Lens Focal Length ...4.3 (W) – 150.5 (T) mm Zoom Magnification...35x Focusing Range ...0 cm (0 in.) – infinity (W), 1.4 m (4.6 ft.) – infinity (T) Image Stabilizer (IS) System ...Lens-shift type Imaging Processor ...DIGIC 5 Electronic Viewfinder ...Effective dots: Approx.
Page 208 Specifications Flash Modes ... Auto, on, Slow Synchro, off Hot Shoe ... Available Range ... 50 cm – 7.0 m (W), 1.4 – 3.0 m (T) Shooting Modes ... C2, C1, M, Av, Tv, P, Auto* Digital Zoom ... Still images/Movies: Approx. 4x (up to approx. 140x in Continuous Shooting Mode Selection ...
Page 209 Recording Pixels Still Images...[16:9] Movies ...[Super Slow Motion Movie] Interface...Hi-Speed USB Direct Print Standard ...PictBridge Power Source ...Battery Pack NB-10L Dimensions (CIPA compliant)...122.9 x 92.4 x 107.7 mm (4.84 x 3.64 x 4.24 in.) Weight (CIPA compliant) ...Approx. 600 g (Approx. 21.2 oz.) Large: 4000 x 2248, Medium 1: 2816 x 1584, Medium 2: 1920 x 1080, Small: 640 x 360 [3:2]...
Page 210 Max. Diameter x Length...φ69.6 x 27.0 mm (φ2.74 x 1.06 in.) Weight ... Approx. 10 g (Approx. 0.35 oz.) • All data is based on tests by Canon. • Camera specifications or appearance are subject to change without notice. CAUTION RISK OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS REPLACED BY AN INCORRECT TYPE.
Page 211: Accessories
Stereo AV Cable AVC-DC400ST HDMI Cable HTC-100 Battery Charger CB-2LC/CB-2LCE* (includes hot shoe cap) * Also available for purchase separately. Memory Card USB Card Reader Canon-Brand PictBridge Compliant Printers Neck Strap NS-DC11 Lens Cap Case for Hot Shoe Cap Windows/Macintosh...
Page 212: 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 Using accessories abroad The battery charger and the AC adapter kit can be used in regions that have 100 –...
Page 213: Other Accessories
Filter Adapter FA-DC67A This adapter is required for attaching a 67 mm filter. Canon-brand Lens Filter (67 mm dia.) Protects the lens and allows you to shoot with various effects.
Page 214 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 215: Index
Index AC Adapter Kit... 178, 212 Accessories ... 2, 212 AEB Mode ... 97 AE Lock ... 96, 115 AF Frames... 26, 86, 88 Focus AF Lock ... 91 AF-Point Zoom ... 90 Aspect Ratio ... 55 AUTO Mode (Shooting Mode) ... 25, 38 Av (Shooting Mode)...
Page 216 Index AF Frames... 26, 86 AF Lock ... 91 AF-Point Zoom ... 90 Face Select... 94 Servo AF... 91 Focus Bracketing... 92 Focus Check ... 123 Focusing Range Macro... 84 Manual Focus ... 93 Focus Lock ... 86 Foliage (Shooting Mode) ... 62 Format Memory Cards, Formatting Formatting (Memory Card) ...
Page 217 Recording Pixels (Image Size) ... 56 Red-Eye Correction ... 99, 143 Resizing (Making Images Smaller)... 139 Rotate ... 138 SCN (Shooting Mode) ... 61 Screen Display Language ... 22 Information Display ... 191, 194 Menu FUNC. Menu, Menu Switching the Display... 40 SD/SDHC/SDXC Memory Card Cards Self-Timer ...
Page 218 Tel No. (516) 328-5600 Canadian Radio Interference Regulations This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. To ensure proper operation of this product, use of genuine Canon accessories is recommended. USA and Canada only: The Lithium ion/polymer battery that powers the product is recyclable.
Page 219: Trademark Acknowledgments
Battery Charger CB-2LCE The adapter can be used with a power supply between 100 and 240 V AC. Contact your Canon dealer for information about plug adapter for overseas use. For U.S.A. customers only: For areas where 120 V AC power is not used, you will need a special plug adapter.
Page 220 • Reprinting, transmitting, or storing in a retrieval system any part of this guide without the permission of Canon is prohibited. • Canon reserves the right to change the contents of this guide at any time without prior notice. • Illustrations and screenshots in this guide may differ slightly from the actual equipment.

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