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  • Page 1 CaHOH 7_ow_,-Shot A II00 Camera User Guide ..Make sure you read this guide before using the camera..Store this guide safely so that you can use it in the future,...
  • Page 2 Wrist Strap IFC-400PCU AVC-DC400 WS-800 Getting Started DIGITAL CAMERA Warranty "Canon Customer Solution Disk Card Support" Leaflet After installation, shortcut icons appear on the desktop. If the software installation fails, you can find the manuals in the Readme folder on the Also refer to the PDF manuals on the CD-ROM.
  • Page 3 Canon Customer Support Help Desk. For Canon Customer Support contacts, please see the customer support list supplied with your camera.
  • Page 4 Shoot, leaving it to the camera to make settings Easy Shooting (Easy Mode) ......Shoot to match special conditions ....52 - 55 Take good people shots Take good landscapes (p. 52) (p. 54) (p. 54) (p. 55) Shoot various other scenes F_rewSrks (p.
  • Page 5 iiiiiiiiii iiiiiiiii_ iiiiiiiii_ iiiiiiiii_ w,.,Do¥ooW.°,toDo? ii!i.i Look at my pictures ......Easy Playback (Easy Mode) ....Automatically play back pictures (slideshow) ....Look at my pictures on a TV ......Quickly search pictures ......90, 91 Erase pictures ......... 24, 28, 97 Protect pictures from accidental erasure ....

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    Chapters 1 - 3 explain the basic operations and frequently used functions this camera. Chapters 4 onward explain the advanced functions, letting you learn more as you read each chapter. Checking the Package Contents ..2 MENU Menu - Basic Operations..Read This First ........
  • Page 7 Table of Contents Adjusting the W hite Balance ... Searching for Images Using the Changing the Tone of a nImage Jump Display ........(My C olors) ........Viewing Slideshows ....Shooting Using aTV Monitor ..Checking the Focus ......_ Shooting Using the Two S econd O, Magnifying Images .....
  • Page 8 Before using the c amera, please ensure that you r ead the s afety precautions described below. Always ensure that the c amera isoperated correctly. The s afety precautions noted on the f ollowing pages are i ntended toprevent injuries to yourself and o ther persons, or damage...

  • Page 9: Safety Precautions

    Safety Precautions Battery Use only recommended batteries. Do not place the batteries near or in direct flame. Do not let the batteries come into contact with water (e.g. sea water) or other liquids. Do not attempt to disassemble, alter or apply heat to the batteries.
  • Page 10 Safety Precautions Do not use the flash with dirt, dust or other items stuck to the surface, or if it is covered by your fingers or clothing. This may cause the camera to malfunction. Remove and store the batteries when are not using the camera.
  • Page 11 Getting Started This chapter explains preparations before shooting, how to shoot in mode, and then how to view, erase and print the images you take. The latter part of this chapter explains how to shoot and view images in Easy Mode, how to shoot and view movies and how to transfer images to a computer.
  • Page 12 Insert the included batteries and memory card into the camera. Check the card's write-protect tab. If the memory card has a write-protect tab, you will not be able to record images if the tab is in the locked position. Slide the tab up until you hear a click.

  • Page 13: Inserting The Batteries And Memory Card

    inserting the Batteries and Memory Card c osethe°over. Close the cover (_ and press downward as you slide it until it clicks into place (_). Removing the Memory Card Push the memory card in until you hear a click, then slowly release The memory card will pop up.
  • Page 14 The values for NiMH batteries are based on fully charged batteries. Compatible Batteries AA-size alkaline batteries and Canon AA-size NiMH batteries (sold separately) (pp. 36, 38). We cannot recommend the use of any other batteries than those listed above...
  • Page 15 iiiiiiiii_ iiiiiiiii_ iiiiiiiii_ iiiiiiiii_ ,nso.,,°g,.o ,,a,_o.os and M omory card !!!,! Approximate Number of Shots per Memory Card supplied_ )GB 2505 Values are based on the default settings. The number of shots that can be taken wil! vary depending on camera settings, the subject and the memory card used.
  • Page 16 The Date/Time settings screen will appear the first time the camera is turned on. Since the dates and times recorded into your images are based on these settings, be sure to set them..........................Turn on the camera. :::; Press the power button.

  • Page 17: Setting The Date And Time

    Setting the Date and Time Changing Date Time You can change the current date and time settings..Display the menus. MENU Press the button. select [uatemme:] i n thett tab. Press the 4 _ buttons to select the _'T tab. Press the Av buttons to select...
  • Page 18 You can change the language displayed in the LCD monitor menus and messages. /, _;_ Set the playback mode. _II_ ..Press the [] button. Display the settings screen. Press and hold the @ button (_, then MENU press the button : set thedisplaylanguage.
  • Page 19 The shutter button has two stops. To take images that are in focus, be sure to first press the shutter button lightly (halfway) to focus, then take the shot. Press halfway (lightly to the first _ i:iiiiiiiiii!!_:_ ¸ stop). The camera automatically makes the necessary...
  • Page 20 Since the camera can determine the subject and shooting conditions, can let it automatically select the best settings for the scene and just shoot. The camera can also detect and focus on faces, setting the color and brightness to optimal levels.

  • Page 21: Taking Pictures

    _Taking Pictures ................Focus. <_ Press the shutter button halfway to focus. When the camera focuses, it will beep i_qE_=_ _'_- _,J-- twice and the indicator will light green (orange when the flash will fire). Green AF frames appear where subject is in focus.
  • Page 22 The image comes out dark even if the flash fired when shooting? The subject is too far away for the flash to reach. Shoot within the effective flash range of approximately 30 cm - 4.0 m (12 in. - 13 ft.) at maximum wide angle, and approximately 30 cm - 2.0 m (12 in.
  • Page 23 You can view your images on the screen. %_2_ _, @ Select the playback mode. I_i_/l Press the F_ button. /lJ@ The last image you took will appear. SeJect an image. Pressing the _ button wiJJ cycle through the images in reverse order.
  • Page 24 You can select and erase images one at a time. Please note that erased images cannot be recovered. Exercise adequate caution before erasing image. Select the playback mode. il ¸ -_- 'Y !i!il ,ii_iii!i:i ¸¸ Press the [] button. The last image you took will appear..
  • Page 25 You can easily print the images you have taken if you connect the camera to a PictBridge compliant printer (sold separately). items to Prepare Camera and PictBridge compliant printer (sold separately) Interface cable supplied with the camera (p. 2) Turn off the camera and printer. connectthecamera to the printer.
  • Page 26 Canon=Brand PictBridge Compliant Printers (Sold Separately) By connecting your camera to one of the Canon-brand PictBridge compliant printers below, you can print your images without having to use a computer. Compact Photo Printers Inkjet Printers...
  • Page 27 The explanations of camera operations and behavior below are basically same as in '!_) Taking Pictures" (p. 20) except that operational instructions are displayed on the screen, and the camera is set so that only the buttons explained on this page are functional. This prevents incorrect operation...

  • Page 28: Erasing Images

    The explanations for viewing or erasing unwanted images are basically same as in "r_ Viewing Images" (p. 23) and "Erasing Images" (p. 24) except that operational instructions are displayed on the screen, and the camera set so that only the buttons explained on this page are functional.
  • Page 29 The camera can automatically select all settings so that you can shoot movies just by pressing the shutter button. iiiiiiii!iii!!i:; Selectthe', _, mode. ::i_ii:_;_ Set the mode dial to _m Shooting Time ........................:; Compose the shot. zoom i non your subject, making itappear Moving...
  • Page 30 ,_ shooti.gMovies shoot. Press the shutter button fully. The camera will start shooting the movie, and [O Rec.] and the elapsed time will appear. Once shooting begins, take your finger off the shutter button. If you change the composition of your shot during shooting, the focus will stay the...
  • Page 31 You can view your movies on the screen. Select the playback mode. Press the [] button. [!li /I The last image you shot will appear. appears on movies. select a movie. Press the '__ buttons to select a movie to play, then press the @ button.
  • Page 32 USB ports. Pentium 1.3 GHz or higher Windows Vista: 1 GB or more Windows XP: 512 MB or more Canon Utilities ZoomBrowser EX: 200 MB or more PhotoStitch: 40 MB or more Macintosh The above OS should be pre-installed on computers with built-in USB ports.
  • Page 33 iiiiiiiii_ T,o°s,or,,°0,mo0o Uj items to Prepare Camera and computer DIGITAL CAMERA Solution Disk supplied with the camera (p. 2) Interface cable supplied with the camera (p. 2) Preparations ........Windows XP and Mac OS X (v10.4) are used for these explanations..

  • Page 34: Transferring Images To A Computer

    Open CameraWinclow. Windows Select [Canon CameraWindow] and click [OK]. CameraWindow will appear. If CameraWindow does not appear, click the [Start] menu and select [All Programs] or [Programs], followed by [Canon Utilities] 1_ [CameraWindow] [CameraWindow] _- [CameraWindow].
  • Page 35 Transferring images to a Computer Macintosh CameraWindow will appear when a connection between the camera computer is established. If CameraWindow does not appear, click the [CameraWindow] icon on the Dock (the bar which appears at the bottom the desktop). Transfer images ..............
  • Page 36 Supplied with Camera AV Cable AVC-DC4O0=" Interface Cable IFC-40OPCU "1 Memory Card (128 MB) Wrist Strap WS-800 DIGITAL CAMERA AA-size Alkaline Batteees Sotution Disk (x2) Battery and Charger Kit CBK4-300 AC Adapter Kit ACK800 Battery Charger CB-5AH AA-size NiMH batteries Compact Power Adapter CA-PS800...

  • Page 37: Accessories

    ¸iii_i_i_!_!_i_i_ii_!_!i_ii_i_i!_i!_!:_i_i_i_!_ ¸_!_I _i_i!_i_i_i_i_i_i_i_i_i_i_i_i_i_i_i_ 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...
  • Page 38 The following camera accessories are sold separately. Some accessories are not sold in some regions, or may no longer available. Power Supplies Battery Charger Kit CBK4-300 This kit includes both a dedicated charger unit and four rechargeable size NiMH (nickel metal hydride) batteries.
  • Page 39 Learning More This chapter explains the parts of the camera and what displays the screen, as well as, the basic operating instructions. Conventions Used in this Guide Icons are used in the text to represent the camera buttons and switches. Language that displays on the screen appears...
  • Page 40 (1) Zoom Lever Shutter Button (p. 19) (_) Mode Dial Shooting: E_3(Telephoto) /[] (Wide Angle) (p. 20) Cz)Power Button (p. 20) Playback: O, (Magnify) (p. 94) / Flash (p. 56) (Index) (p. 90) (_ Tripod Socket d_ Lamp (AF Assist Beam (p. 109) / Red- @ Cover Lock (p.

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

    Power Saving Function (Auto Power Down) Viewfinder (p. 74) @ MENU Button (p. 46) @ Speaker @ [] (Exposure Compensation) (p. 68) / _ (Face Selector) Button (p. 79) (Jump) (p. 91) / ,,L Button Screen (LCD Monitor) (pp. 42, 43) @ _ (Macro) (p.
  • Page 42 Shooting (information Display) ® ®®@@@ @@@® (# Shooting Mode (p. 40) @ Macro (p. 65), Infinity @ Create Folder (p. 107) (_ ISO Speed (p. 69) (p. 65) @ Still Images: Recordable White Balance (p. 70) 1_ Flash Mode (pp. 56, 64, shots (p.

  • Page 43: Information Displayed On The (Compression Screen

    ii!!! information Displayed on the Screen _ i!i Playback (Detailed information Display) ii!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i @®@@ ® ® ® ® @@ @ (_ Print List (p. 101) @ Battery Charge Indicator @ File Size Shooting Mode (p. 40) (p. 14) @ Still Images: Recording _3_Shutter Speed @_Folder Number- File...

  • Page 44: Indicators

    indicators Display during Shooting in Dark Conditions The display automatically brightens when shooting in dark conditions, allowing you to check the composition (Night Display function). However, brightness of the image on the screen, and the brightness of the actual image recorded may be different.
  • Page 45 Commonly used shooting functions can be set with the FUNC. menu. menu items and options differ depending on the mode (p. 120). Select a shooting mode. Set the mode dial to the desired shooting mode. Dispiay the FUNC. menu....Press the @ button.
  • Page 46 Various functions can be set from the menus. The menu items are organized under tabs, such as for shooting and playback ([_q). The menu items differ depending on the mode (pp. 122 - 125). Displaythe menu. Press the MENU button. Select a tab.
  • Page 47 You can silence or adjust the volume of camera sounds. Muting Sounds ................Display the menu. MENU Press the button..Select [Mute]. Press the 4 _ buttons to select the _1' tab. ,,: Press the Av buttons to select [Mute], then use the 4_ buttons...

  • Page 48: Settings

    When you have mistakenly changed a setting, you can reset the camera the default settings. Display the menu. MENU Press the button. select [Reset A,]. Press the _)' buttons to select the _'T tab. Press the ,_'_ buttons to select [Reset All], then press the @ button.
  • Page 49 Before you use a new memory card or one that has been used in other devices, you should format the card with this camera. Formatting (initializing) a memory card erases all data on the memory card. As you cannot retrieve the erased data, exercise adequate...
  • Page 50 Formatting MemoryCards The supplied memory card has already been formatted. When the [Memory card error] message appears, or when the camera does not work correctly, formatting the memory card may solve the problem. Copy the images from the memory card to a computer or other device before formatting.
  • Page 51 Shooti.g in Specia| Conditions and Commonly Used Functions This chapter expJains how to shoot in different conditions, as weJJ as how to use other common functions, such as the flash and self-timer. _,ii ¸_i!i When you set the mode dial to a scene mode, or select a scene in SCN mode, that matches...
  • Page 52 The camera will select the necessary settings for the conditions in which you wish to shoot when you select the matching mode..Select a shooting mode. Set the mode dial to the scene you wish to shoot..................... shoot. _'_ Take portraits (Portrait) Produces a soft effect...

  • Page 53: Scn Shooting In Special Conditions

    SCN Shooting in Special Conditions _ Take indoor shots (indoor) Lets you shoot indoors with natural colors. The camera will select the necessary settings for the conditions in which you wish to shoot when you select the matching mode. Select a shooting mode. Set the mode dial to and press the button.
  • Page 54 S(::N s.ootinginSpecial Conditions _Shoot sunsets (Sunset) Lets you take shots of sunsets in vivid colors. Take nightscapes (Night Scene) Lets you take beautifully lit city nightscapes or night backgrounds. i_i_i T ake shots of fireworks (Fireworks) Lets you take shots of fireworks in vivid colors.
  • Page 55 Shooting in Special Conditions _Take shots of foliage (Foliage) Lets you shoot trees and leaves, such as new growth, autumn leaves or blossoms, in vivid colors. _'_ Take shots of people in snow (Snow) @ Lets you take bright, natural-colored shots of people against...
  • Page 56 You can shoot with the flash turned off. Press the i_ button. select®. Press the 411) buttons to select _), then press the @ button. will appear. Follow the steps above to return setting to _A ................ When you press the shutter button halfway in low light conditions where camera shake is likely, the indicator will blink orange and a flashing will appear.
  • Page 57 You can insert the shooting date and time in the lower right corner of an image. Once inserted, however, they cannot be deleted. Be sure to check beforehand that the date and time are correctly set (p. 16). Select [Date Stamp]. MENU Press the button.

  • Page 58: Subjects (Digital Zoom)

    You can use the digital zoom to zoom up to a maximum of 16x and capture subjects that are too far away for the optical zoom (p. 20) to enlarge. images may appear coarse, however, depending on the recording pixel setting (p.
  • Page 59 Zoomi°0i°OoroC,oso,yoo Zoom U i !ii D Digital Te|e-Converter The focal length of the lens can be increased by an equivalent of 1.5x or 2.0x. This enables a faster shutter speed and less chance of camera shake than the zoom (including digital zoom) used by itself at the same zoom factor.
  • Page 60 The self-timer can be used to shoot a group photo that includes the camera operator. The camera will activate approximately I0 seconds after the shutter button is pressed. Press the v button. select _ib. Press the Av buttons to select _i_),then press the @ button.
  • Page 61 Once you compose the shot, such as for a group photo, and press shutter button, the camera will take three shots in a row two seconds after it detects your face (p. 76) when you enter the composition. Select "" Follow Step 2 on p.
  • Page 63 Se|ecting Settings Yourse|f in this chapter you wiii learn how to use the various functions in p mode to progressively advance your shooting skills. iil ........This chapter assumes that the mode dial is set to P (p. 40). stands for Program Before attempting...
  • Page 64 You can select the settings for various functions to suit your preferences. AE stands for Auto Exposure. P (p.40). Set the mode dial to Adjustthesettingsaccording to your purposes (pp. 64 - 73). shoot. If a correct exposure cannot be obtained when pressing the shutter button halfway, the shutter speed and aperture value display in red.
  • Page 65 You can shoot an object at a close distance or even shoot extreme close- ups of it. The possible shooting range is approximately 3 - 50 cm (1.2 in. - 1.6 ft.) from the end of the lens when the zoom lever is moved to the maximum wide angle,...
  • Page 66 You can select from six settings. Select the recording pixels. After pressing the @ button, press the A'v- buttons to select dL • Select an option. Press the ,__ buttons to select an option, then press the @ button. The setting you selected will display the screen.

  • Page 67: Changing The Image Quality

    3318 4000 x 2248 1105 1707 6822 The values in the table are measured according to Canon standards and may change depending on the subject, memory card and camera settings. Approximate Values when Selecting by Paper Size S Suitable for sending...
  • Page 68 You can adjust the standard exposure set by the camera in 1/3-stop increments in the range of -2 to +2. Correct the exposure. After pressing the A button, press the 4)' buttons to correct the exposure. Then press the @ button.
  • Page 69 Select the ISO speed. After pressing the @ button, press the buttons to select selecta menuitem. Press the _)' buttons to select an option, then press the @ button. The setting you select will display on the screen. Automatically sets the optimal speed for the shooting mode and shooting conditions.
  • Page 70 The white balance (WB) function sets the optimal white balance for natural looking colors. Select the white balance. After pressing the @ button, press the buttons to select AWB. selecta. optic.. Press the '__ buttons to select an option, then press the @ button.
  • Page 71 You can change the tone of an image to sepia or black and white when shooting. Select My Colors. After pressing the @ button, press the buttons to select _FF • ..Select a . om_o.. Press the '_ _ buttons to select an option, then press...
  • Page 72 You can use a TV to display the camera screen content. Connect the camera to a TV as described in "Viewing Images on a TV" (p. 95). Shooting procedures are the same as when using the camera's monitor. You can set the self-timer to a delay of approximately two seconds.
  • Page 73 You can set the time delay (0 - 30 seconds) and the number of shots taken (1 - 10 shots). select After pressing the v button, press the buttons select __c, then MENU immediately press the button. Select the settings. Press the ,_'_ buttons to select [Delay] [Shots].
  • Page 74 While you press and hold the shutter button halfway, the focus and exposure are fixed. You can now recompose and shoot. This is called Focus Lock. Focus. Center the subject you want in focus, and press the shutter button halfway. Confirm that the AF Frame on the subject is green.
  • Page 75 Getting More Out of Your Camera This chapter serves as the advanced version of Chapter 4 and explains how to take pictures using various functions. This chapter assumes that the mode dial is set to P (p. 40). "*_ Shooting Long Exposures"...
  • Page 76 You can change the AF (Auto Focus) frame mode to match the conditions you want to shoot. Select [AF Frame]. Press the MENU button, select the O tab, select [AF Frame], then press the ,q_ buttons to select an option. Face AiAF Detects people's...
  • Page 77 Shooting with the AF Lock Center The AF frame is fixed at the center. This is effective for focusing on a specific point. o Press the MENU button, select the O tab, then select the [AF Frame Size] menu item and [Small] option. o The setting is configured to [Normal] when the Digital Zoom (p.
  • Page 78 If you press the shutter button halfway, the AF frame will magnify and you can check the focus. Select [AF-Point Zoom]. Press the MENU button and select [AF- Point Zoom] on the O tab. Use the ,_ buttons to select [On].
  • Page 79 You can select a specific person's face to focus on and then shoot. ;: Set the Face Select mode. Point the camera toward the face and press the [_J] button. After [Face Select : On] displays, a face frame [r ÷ will appear around the face detected...
  • Page 80 You can change the metering mode (brightness measuring function) match the shooting conditions. Select the metering mode. After pressing the Q button, press the ,A_'_- buttons to select [83. selectanoption. Press the '__ buttons to select an option, then press the Q button.
  • Page 81 Just as with the AE lock (p. 80), you can lock the exposure for shooting with the flash. FE stands for "Flash Exposure". Select $ (p. 64). Lock the exposure. Point the camera toward the subject press the A button while pressing shutter button...
  • Page 82 The camera can automatically detect and compensate for faces or subjects that appear dark in certain shooting conditions. Select [i=Contrast]. MENU Press the button, select [i- Contrast] from the O tab, and use the buttons to select [Auto]. Ct will appear.
  • Page 83 You can automatically correct red eyes in images taken with the flash. Select [Flash Settings]. MENU ::: Press the button, select [Flash Settings] from the 0 tab and press button. Adjust the setting. Press the .L'Y buttons to select [Red-Eye Corr.] and press the '4_ buttons to select [On].
  • Page 84 You can set the shutter speed to a range between 1 and 15 seconds shoot long exposures. However, you should attach the camera to a tripod to prevent the camera from moving and blurring the image..Select **_. Set the mode dial to and press the button.
  • Page 85 Using Various Functions Shooting Movies This chapter provides more advanced information than the "_ Shooting Movies" and "Viewing Movies" sections of Chapter 1.
  • Page 86 3 min. 1 sec. 46 min. 33 sec. 3 hrs. 6 min. 4 sec. Based on Canon's testing standards. Recording will automatically stop when either the clip file size reaches 4 GB or the recording time reaches approximately 1 hour.

  • Page 87: Qi_ Using The Self-Timer

    In [] mode, you can set the exposure or change it in 1/3 steps within a range of _+2. Focus. Press the shutter button halfway to focus..Lock the exposure. Press the .,L button to lock the exposure. The exposure shift bar appears.

  • Page 88: Playback Functions

    Playback Functions Displaying the Overlay (p. 111) [3:2 Guide] is not available. Changing IS-Mode Settings (p. 111) You can switch between [Continuous] and [Off]. Registering Functions to the Button (p. 112) The following functions can be used in the same way as for still images.
  • Page 89 Using P|ayback Other Functions The first part of this chapter exp,ains various ways to p,ay back and edit images. The latter part explains how to specify images for printing..Press the F_ button to select the Playback mode before operating camera.
  • Page 90 Displaying 9 images at a time lets you quickly find the image you want..Move the zoom lever toward _. Images will display in an index. The selected image will have a green frame and be enlarged. selectanimage. Press the Av4), buttons to select an image,...
  • Page 91 When there are many images on the memory card, you can search them by a specified method or image unit. Select a jump method. In Single Image Playback, press the ,_ button. The search method and the position of the currently displayed image...
  • Page 92 You can automatically play back images recorded to a memory card. Each image displays for approximately 3 seconds..s elect [sliaeshow]. MENU ": Press the button and select the [] tab, then select [Slideshow] and press the button. Select a transition effect and start the slideshow.
  • Page 93 You can magnify the area of a recorded image that was inside the AF frame or the area of a face that was detected to check the focus. D ISR button, and Press the switch to the focus check display (p. 43). A white frame will appear where the AF...

  • Page 94: Effect

    Move the zoom lever toward O,. The display will zoom in on the image and will appear. If you continue to hold the zoom lever, it will continue to zoom in up to a factor of 10x. If you press the .A.v,_, buttons, you can move the location...
  • Page 95 Using the supplied AV cable, you can connect the camera to a TV to view images you have shot. items to Prepare Camera and TV AV cable supplied with the camera (p. 2) Turn off the camera and TV. Connect the camera to the TV. @ Open the camera's terminal cover and...
  • Page 96 You can protect important images so that they cannot be erased by the camera (pp. 24, 28, 97). Select [Protect]. MENU Press the button, select the [] and [Protect], and then press the @ button. Protect the image. Press the '__ buttons to select an image, then press the @...
  • Page 97 You can select and erase all images at once. Since erased images cannot be recovered, exercise adequate caution before erasing. Protected images (p. 96) cannot be erased. select [Eraseall]. MENU Press the button, select the [] and [Erase all], and press the @ button, Erase a, _mages.
  • Page 98 You can resize images to a lower pixel setting and save the resized image as a separate file. Select[Resize]. MENU Press the button and select the [] tab, then select [Resize] and press the @ button. selectan_mage. Press the _ _ buttons to select an image, then press the @...
  • Page 99 Detects and compensates for dark sections of subjects or people's faces and saves the image as a separate file. You can select 4 levels of correction: [Auto], [Low], [Medium] or [High]. Select [i-co.trast]. MENU :, Press the button, select the [] and [i-Contrast], then press the @ button.
  • Page 100 You can automatically correct red eyes in images and save them as new flies..Select [Red-Eye Correction]. MENU ": Press the button, select the [] and [Red-Eye Correction], then press the button. The [Red-Eye Correction] screen wi[[ appear. Select an image. Press the _ _ buttons to select an image.
  • Page 101 4_ buttons select [Remove] and press the @ button. Print Added images The following examples use the Canon SELPHY series printers. Please also refer to the Personal Printing Guide (p. 2). Number of copies to print :: Connect the camera to the printer (p.
  • Page 102 You can select certain images on a memory card for printing (up to 998 images) and specify the number of print copies so they can be printed together or processed at a photo developer service. You can then print all the selected images at once or take the memory card to a photo developer...

  • Page 103: (Dpof)

    iiiiiiiii_ Selecting images for Printing (DPOF) Selecting Number of Copies ..Select [Select images & Qty.]. MENU Press the button and select the r[_ tab, then select [Select Images &Qty.] and press the @ button. selecta. image. Press the _)' buttons to select an image,...

  • Page 104: Selecting Images For Printing (Dpof)

    Selecting images for Printing (DPOF) lll_lla_es Print Once Select [Select All images]. Select [Select All Images] from the screen in Step 1 on p. 103 and press the @ button. Makeprintsettings. Press the _ _ buttons to select [OK], then press the ___ button.
  • Page 105 Customizing Camera You can customize various functions to suit your shooting preferences. The first part of this chapter explains convenient and commonly used functions. The latter part explains how to change shooting and playback settings to suit your purposes.
  • Page 106 You can customize convenient and commonly used functions from the _I' tab (p. 46). Turning Off the Start-up image You can turn off the start-up image that displays when you turn on the camera. Select [Start-up Image], then press the 4 buttons to select [Off].
  • Page 107 Changing Functions Changing File Number Assignment Images you shoot are automatically assigned file numbers in the order they were taken, from 0001 - 9999, and saved to folders of up to 2,000 images. You can change the file number assignment. Select [File Numbering], then press the 4)'...

  • Page 108: Changing Functions

    Changing Functions You can set a day and time for folder creation. Select [Create Folder], then press the @ button. Select [Auto Create], then press the {_ buttons to select an interval. Select [Time], then press the {_, buttons set a time. The new folder will be created on the set day and time.
  • Page 109 If you set the mode dial to P, you can change the settings in the 0 (p. 46). Turning off the AF Assist Beam If the camera cannot focus in low light conditions when you press the shutter button halfway, the lamp will automatically light to assist focusing.

  • Page 110: Changing Shooting Functions

    mmm_ mmm_ mmm_ mmm_ Changing Shooting Functions Changing the Image Display Time You can change the length of time the images display directly after shooting. Select [Review], then press the 4_ buttons select an option. If you select [Off], the image will not display. If you select [Hold], the image displays until...
  • Page 111 Changing Shooting Functions Displaying the Overlay You can display gridlines for vertical and horizontal guidance, or a 3:2 guide to confirm the printable area for L size or postcard size prints. Select [Disp. Overlay], then press the _ !_ buttons to select an option.

  • Page 112: Changing Playback Functions

    Changing PEayback Functions Registering Functions to the _ Button Select [Set r[_ button], then press the @ button. Press the A'_ buttons to select the function to register, then press the @ button. Pressing the _:_ button will call up the registered function.
  • Page 113 Useful |.formatio. This chapter introduces how to use the AC adapter kit (sold separately), troubleshooting tips, and contains lists of available camera functions. The index also appears at the end.
  • Page 114 If you use AC Adapter Kit ACK800 (sold separately), you can use the camera without worrying about how much charge is left in the batteries. Turn offthecamera. Plug the cord into the camera. adapter plug into the camera. Open the cover and fully insert the Connect the power cord.
  • Page 115 If you think there is a problem with the camera, first check the following. the items below do not solve your problem, contact a Canon Customer Support Help Desk as listed on the included customer support list. Power pressed power...

  • Page 116: Compensation

    Troubleshooting Increase the ISO speed (p. 69). Attach the camera to a tripod. Image is blurred. Press the shutter button halfway to focus, then shoot (p. 19). Shoot the subject within the focusing distance (p. 126). Set the [AF-assist beam] to [On] (p. 109). Confirm that functions which you do not intend to use (macro, etc.) are not set.

  • Page 117: Continuous Shooting

    Troubleshooting The view in the viewfinder the image taken differ (p. 74). The differences will be larger when the subject is close to the lens. Recording images to the memory card takes a long time, continuous shooting slows down. Format the memory card in the camera (p. 49). When can't make...
  • Page 118 (p. 50) If this error message appears even when using the supplied memory card, contact your Canon Customer Support Help Desk as there may be a problem with the camera. Memory card full There is not enough free space on the memory card to shoot (pp. 20, 51,63, or edit images (pp.

  • Page 119: List Of Messages That Appear On The Screen

    If an error code displays directly after taking a picture, the shot may not have been recorded. Check image in playback mode. If this error code reappears, note the number and contact your Canon Customer Support Help Desk as there may be a problem with the camera.
  • Page 120 Focusing Zone (p. 65) © ii -- ii -- ii My Colors (p. 71) Drive Mode (p. 68) Recording Pixels (pp. 66, 86) __ __ Image Quality (Compression Ratio) (p. 66) "1 _. when flash fires. *2 Possible settings: O- 30 seconds in [Delay], and 1 - 10shots in [Shots].

  • Page 121: Functions Available In Each Shooting Mode

    Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode FUNC, menu O Selectable or setected automatically -- Not selectable...
  • Page 122 Sheeting Menu _D_g_ta!_¸_¸ Zoom _p. 58_ ,OolOffll ............ i/_ "_ i _ !! Digital Tele-Converter (1.5x/2.0x) _oini2oo_ _i ........... 6n_6_ ..............(p _6i 6ff/2z i0 _eSi_oia ............_eview ............3:2 Guide/Both "1 AiAF *2 Always [On]. *3 Only when the flash is set to _. *4 Fixed to [2 sec.].
  • Page 123 Menus i _ il _ i_ii_i_iiiiii% ¸i_ ¸¸ii_i_ii_ii@ ¸iii''ii iil _ ii ¸ ¸_ ii% ii% ii ¸¸¸¸¸¸¸¸ _ ii% ii% ii_ i_ ¸ ¸¸ _ i_% ii_ !ii ¸_ ii% ii%¸ii¸_i ii iiio ii o iiio i'_i o ii o ii o _'_i ¸...

  • Page 124: Menus

    Menus _T Set up Menu Mute On/Off* p. 47 Volume Set all operation sounds (5 levels), p. 47 Start-up Image On*lOft p. 106 Format Formats card: erasing aii data p: 49 Fiie Numbering Continuous;)Aub Reset 13:107 Create Folder Create New Folder/Auto Create pp.

  • Page 125: Handling Precautions

    LCD monitor. Use a commercially available blower brush to remove dust from the lens. For stubborn dirt contact the closest Canon Customer Support Help Desk as listed on the customer support leaflet supplied with your camera. When you move...
  • Page 126 Camera Effective Pixels .... Approx. 12.1 million Image Sensor ....1/2.3-inch type CCD (Total number of pixels: Approx. 12.7 million) Lens ......6.2 (W) -24.8 (T) mm 35mm film equivalent: 35 (W) - 140 (T) mm f/2.7 (W) - f/5.6 (T) Digital Zoom .....

  • Page 127: Specifications

    95.4 x 62.4 x 31.0 mm (3.76 x 2.46 x 1.22 in.) Weight (camera body only) ... Approx. 155 g (5.47 oz.) All data is based on tests by Canon. The finished product, or exterior may differ from this report.
  • Page 128 DPOF ..........101, 102 Nume[ics 3.5" x 5" size ..........3:2 Guide ..........Editing i-Contrast ..........Red-Eye Correction ......AC Adapter Kit ........38, 114 Accessories ..........Resizing (Making Images Smaller) ..98 Rotating images ........AE Lock ..........80, 87 Enlarged Display ........

  • Page 129: Index

    index FUNC. Menu Menu Basic Operations ........Basic Operations ........List ............List ..........122- Metering Mode .......... MMCplus/HC MMCplus Memory Card Green Leaves/Autumn Foliage Memory Cards Mode Dial ..........(Scene Mode) ........... Grid Lines ..........Movies Image Quality (Frame Rate) ....86 Recording Pixels ........
  • Page 130 Index White Balance .......... SCN (Scene Mode) ........Screen Wide (Recording Pixels) ..... 66, 67 Display Language ......... Wrist Strap _ Strap Information Displayed ..... 42, 43 Menu Operations ......45, 46 Switching the Display ...... 42, 43 Zoom ..........20, 29, 58 SD/SDHC Memory Card _ Memory Cards...
  • Page 131 MEMO...
  • Page 132 Canon customer service center indicated on the customer support list included with the product. • The above items notwithstanding, Canon accepts no liability for damages due to mistaken operation of the products. CDP-E071-010 © CANON INC. 2009...

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