Page 1 Store this guide safely so that you can use it in the future. Switching Between Pages Click buttons on the top of the screen. ç Contents : return to the Contents. ç Chapter Contents : return to the Chapter Contents page. English ©CANON INC. 2014 CDJ-E570-010...
Page 2: Package Contents
ç Contents Package Contents Before use, make sure the following items are included in the package. If anything is missing, contact your camera retailer. Camera Battery Pack Battery Charger NB-11LH/NB-11L CB-2LF/CB-2LFE Printed Matter Wrist Strap • A memory card is not included...
Page 3: Compatible Memory Cards
ç Contents Compatible Memory Cards The following memory cards (sold separately) can be used, regardless of capacity. • SD memory cards* • SDHC memory cards* • SDXC memory cards* • Eye-Fi cards * Cards conforming to SD standards. However, not all memory cards have been verified to work with the camera.
Page 4: Preliminary Notes And Legal Information
• Take and review some test shots initially 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...
Page 5: Ç Contents
ç Contents Part Names and Conventions in This Guide Lens Lamp Speaker Power button Zoom lever Microphone Shooting: / Flash <j (wide angle)> Tripod socket Playback: <k (magnify)> / Memory card/battery cover <g (index)> DC coupler cable port Shutter button Strap mount...
Page 6 ç Contents • Shooting modes and on-screen icons and text are indicated in brackets. • : Important information you should know • : Notes and tips for expert camera use • =xx: Pages with related information (in this example, “xx” represents a page number) •...
Page 7 ç Contents Screen (LCD monitor) < (Help)> button AV OUT (Audio/video output) Movie button / DIGITAL terminal FUNC./SET button <1 (Playback)> button <h (Flash)> / Right button <A (Auto)> / <a (Single- <l (Display)> / Down image erase)> / Up button button <...
Page 8 ç Contents • In this guide, icons are used to represent the corresponding camera buttons on which they appear, or which they resemble. • The following camera buttons and controls are represented by icons. <o> Up button <r> Right button on back on back <q>...
Page 9: Table Of Contents
ç Contents Table of Contents Package Contents ....2 Auto Mode ......Compatible Memory Cards ..3 Shooting with Camera- Preliminary Notes and Legal Determined Settings ....46 Information ......4 Common, Convenient Part Names and Conventions Features .......55 in This Guide ......5 Image Customization Table of Contents ....9 Features...
Page 10 ç Contents Other Settings ....105 Functions and Menu Tables.........194 Playback Mode....Handling Precautions ..206 Specifications .....207 Viewing ......Index ........215 Browsing and Filtering Images ....... Image Viewing Options ..Protecting Images ....120 Erasing Images ....123 Rotating Images ....126 Editing Still Images ....128 Setting Menu ....
Page 11: Common Camera Operations
ç Contents Common Camera Operations Shoot Use camera-determined settings (Auto Mode) ..... Shooting people well Portraits Against Snow Matching specific scenes Low Light Fireworks Applying special effects Vivid Colors Poster Effect Fish-Eye Effect Miniature Effect Toy Camera Effect Monochrome...
Page 12 ç Contents While adjusting image settings (Live View Control) ....Focus on faces ............46, 71, Without using the flash (Flash Off) ........ 60, Include yourself in the shot (Self-Timer) ......57, Add a date stamp ..............View View images (Playback Mode) ..........111 Automatic playback (Slideshow) ..........118...
Page 13: Safety Precautions
ç Contents Safety Precautions • Before using the product, ensure that you read the safety precautions described below. Always ensure that the product is used correctly. • The safety precautions noted here are intended to prevent you and other persons from being injured or incurring property damage.
Page 14 ç Contents • Avoid contact with liquid, and do not allow liquid or foreign objects inside. This could result in electrical shock or fire. If the product gets wet, or if liquid or foreign objects get inside, remove the battery pack/batteries or unplug immediately. •...
Page 15 ç Contents • 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 product in places where use of electronic devices is restricted, such as inside airplanes and medical facilities.
Page 16 ç Contents • The slideshow transition effects may cause discomfort when viewed for prolonged periods. • When using optional lenses, lens filters, or filter adapters (if applicable), be sure to attach these accessories firmly. If the lens accessory becomes loose and falls off, it may crack, and the shards of glass may lead to cuts. • On products that raise and lower the flash automatically, make sure to avoid pinching your fingers with the lowering flash.
Page 17 ç Contents • Before you discard the battery pack/batteries, cover the terminals with tape or other insulators. Contacting other metal materials may lead to fire or explosions. • Unplug any battery charger used with the product when not in use. Do not cover with a cloth or other objects when in use.
Page 18: Basic Guide
ç Contents Basic Guide Basic information and instructions, from initial preparations to shooting and playback Initial Preparations ....19 Trying the Camera Out ..28...
Page 19: Initial Preparations
ç Contents ç Chapter Contents Initial Preparations Prepare for shooting as follows. Attaching the Strap Thread the end of the strap through the strap hole ( ), and then pull the other end of the strap through the loop on the threaded end ( ).
Page 20: Charging The Battery Pack
ç Contents ç Chapter Contents Charging the Battery Pack Before use, charge the battery pack with the included charger. Be sure to charge the battery pack initially, because the camera is not sold with the battery pack charged. Insert the battery pack. After aligning the ...
Page 21: Inserting The Battery Pack And Memory Card
ç Contents ç Chapter Contents • To protect the battery pack and keep it in optimal condition, do not charge it continuously for more than 24 hours. • For battery chargers that use a power cord, do not attach the charger or cord to other objects. Doing so could result in malfunction or damage to the product.
Page 22 ç Contents ç Chapter Contents Insert the battery pack. While pressing the battery lock in the direction of the arrow, insert the battery pack as shown and push it in until it clicks into the locked position. Terminals Battery Lock Check the card’s write- protect tab and insert the memory card.
Page 23: Removing The Battery Pack And Memory Card
ç Contents ç Chapter Contents Close the cover. Lower the cover ( ) and hold it down as you slide it, until it clicks into the closed position ( ). If the cover will not close, make sure you inserted the battery pack facing the right way in step 2.
Page 24: Setting The Date And Time
ç Contents ç Chapter Contents Setting the Date and Time Set the current date and time correctly as follows if the [Date/Time] screen is displayed when you turn the camera on. Information you specify this way is recorded in image properties when you shoot, and it is used when you manage images by shooting date or print images showing the date.
Page 25: Changing The Date And Time
ç Contents ç Chapter Contents Set the home time zone. Press the <q><r> buttons to choose your home time zone. Finish the setup process. Press the <m> button to complete the setting. The setting screen is no longer displayed. To turn off the camera, press the power button.
Page 26: Change The Date And Time
ç Contents ç Chapter Contents Choose [Date/Time]. Move the zoom lever to choose the [3] tab. Press the <o> buttons to choose [Date/Time], and then press the <m> button. Change the date and time. Follow step 2 in “Setting the Date and Time”...
Page 27: Display Language
ç Contents ç Chapter Contents Display Language Change the display language as needed. Enter Playback mode. Press the <1> button. Access the setting screen. Press and hold the <m> button, and then press the <n> button. Set the display language. Press the <o><q><r>...
Page 28: Trying The Camera Out
ç Contents ç Chapter Contents Still Images Movies Trying the Camera Out Follow these instructions to turn the camera on, shoot still images or movies, and then view them. Shooting (Smart Auto) For fully automatic selection of the optimal settings for specific scenes, simply let the camera determine the subject and shooting conditions.
Page 29 ç Contents ç Chapter Contents Compose the shot. To zoom in and enlarge the subject, move the zoom lever toward (telephoto), and to zoom away from the subject, move it toward <j> (wide angle). Shoot. Shooting Still Images Focus. Press the shutter button lightly, halfway down.
Page 30 ç Contents ç Chapter Contents Shooting Movies Start shooting. Press the movie button. The camera beeps once as recording begins, and [ Rec] is displayed Elapsed Time with the elapsed time. ELPH 150 IS IXUS 155 ELPH 140 IS IXUS 150 Black bars are displayed on the top and bottom edges of the screen, and the subject is...
Page 31 ç Contents ç Chapter Contents Viewing After shooting images or movies, you can view them on the screen as follows. Enter Playback mode. Press the <1> button. Your last shot is displayed. Browse through your images. To view the previous image, press the <q>...
Page 32: Play Movies
ç Contents ç Chapter Contents Play movies. Press the <m> button, press the <o> buttons to choose ], and then press the <m> button again. Playback now begins, and after the movie is finished, [ ] is displayed. To adjust the volume, press the <o>...
Page 33: Erase The Image
ç Contents ç Chapter Contents Erase the image. Press the <o> button. After [Erase?] is displayed, press the <q><r> buttons to choose [Erase], and then press the <m> button. The current image is now erased. To cancel erasure, press the <q><r>...
Page 34 ç Contents ç Chapter Contents In Shooting mode, a description of the scene detected by the camera is displayed. Shooting advice is also displayed depending on the scene. In Playback mode, press the <o> buttons and choose an item. The zoom lever and buttons are displayed overlaying the illustration of the camera.
Page 35: Advanced Guide
ç Contents Advanced Guide Camera Basics Other basic operations and more ways to enjoy your camera, including shooting and playback options On/Off .........36 Using the FUNC. Menu ..40 Shutter Button ....38 Using Menus ......42 Shooting Display Options Indicator Display ....44...
Page 36: On/Off
ç Contents ç Chapter Contents On/Off Shooting Mode Press the power button to turn the camera on and prepare for shooting. To turn the camera off, press the power button again. Playback Mode Press the <1> button to turn the camera on and view your shots.
Page 37: Power Saving In Shooting Mode
ç Contents ç Chapter Contents Power-Saving Features (Auto Power Down) As a way to conserve battery power, the camera automatically deactivates the screen (Display Off) and then turns itself off after a specific period of inactivity. Power Saving in Shooting Mode The screen is automatically deactivated after about one minute of inactivity.
Page 38: Shutter Button
ç Contents ç Chapter Contents Shutter Button To ensure your shots are in focus, always begin by holding the shutter button halfway down, and once the subject is in focus, press the button all the way down to shoot. In this manual, shutter button operations are described as pressing the button halfway or all the way down.
Page 39: Shooting Display Options
ç Contents ç Chapter Contents Shooting Display Options Press the button to view other information on the screen, or to hide the information. For details on the information displayed, see “On-Screen Information” 190). Information is displayed No information is displayed •...
Page 40: Using The Func. Menu
ç Contents ç Chapter Contents Using the FUNC. Menu Configure commonly used functions through the FUNC. menu as follows. Note that menu items and options vary depending on the shooting mode (= 196 – 199) or playback mode 205). Access the FUNC. menu. Press the <m>...
Page 41: Finish The Setup Process
ç Contents ç Chapter Contents Finish the setup process. Press the <m> button. The screen before you pressed the <m> button in step 1 is displayed again, showing the option you configured. • To undo any accidental setting changes, you can restore the camera’s default settings 145).
Page 42: Using Menus
ç Contents ç Chapter Contents Using Menus Configure a variety of camera functions through other menus as follows. Menu items are grouped by purpose on tabs, such as shooting [4], playback [1], and so on. Note that available menu items vary depending on the selected shooting or playback mode (= 200 –...
Page 43: Choose An Option
ç Contents ç Chapter Contents Choose a menu item. Press the <o> buttons to choose a menu item. For menu items with options not shown, first press the <m> or <r> button to switch screens, and then press the <o> buttons to select the menu item.
Page 44: Indicator Display
ç Contents ç Chapter Contents Indicator Display The indicator on the back of the camera 7) lights up or blinks depending on the camera status. Indicator Color Camera Status Status Connected to a computer 159), or display off 37, 63, 104, 137) Green Starting up, recording/reading/transmitting images, Blinking...
Page 45: Auto Mode
ç Contents Auto Mode Convenient mode for easy shots with greater control over shooting Shooting with Camera- Image Customization Determined Settings ..46 Features ......64 Common, Convenient Customizing Camera Features ......55 Operation ......68...
Page 46: Shooting With Camera Determined Settings
ç Contents ç Chapter Contents Shooting with Camera-Determined Settings For fully automatic selection of the optimal settings for specific scenes, simply let the camera determine the subject and shooting conditions. Still Images Movies Shooting (Smart Auto) Turn the camera on. Press the power button.
Page 47 ç Contents ç Chapter Contents Compose the shot. To zoom in and enlarge the subject, move the zoom lever toward (telephoto), and to zoom away from the subject, Zoom Bar move it toward <j> (wide angle). (A zoom bar showing the zoom position is displayed.) Shoot.
Page 48: Shooting Movies
ç Contents ç Chapter Contents Shoot. Press the shutter button all the way down. As the camera shoots, a shutter sound is played, and in low- light conditions, the flash fires automatically. Keep the camera still until the shutter sound ends. After displaying your shot, the camera will revert to the shooting screen.
Page 49 ç Contents ç Chapter Contents Resize the subject and recompose the shot as needed. To resize the subject, repeat the operations in step 3 47). However, note that the sound of camera operations will be recorded. Note that movies shot at zoom factors shown in blue will look grainy.
Page 50: Still Images
ç Contents ç Chapter Contents Still Images • A blinking [ ] icon warns that images are more likely to be blurred by camera shake. In this case, mount the camera on a tripod or take other measures to keep it still. •...
Page 51 ç Contents ç Chapter Contents Movies • The camera may become warm when shooting movies repeatedly over an extended period. This does not indicate damage. • Keep your fingers away Microphone from the microphone while shooting movies. Blocking the microphone may prevent audio from being recorded or may cause the recording to sound muffled.
Page 52: Scene Icons
ç Contents ç Chapter Contents Still Images Movies Scene Icons In [ ] mode, shooting scenes determined by the camera are indicated by the icon displayed, and corresponding settings are automatically selected for optimal focusing, subject brightness, and color. People Other Subjects Subject Icon...
Page 53: Image Stabilization Icons
ç Contents ç Chapter Contents ELPH 150 IS IXUS 155 ELPH 140 IS IXUS 150 Still Images Movies Image Stabilization Icons Optimal image stabilization for the shooting conditions is automatically applied (Intelligent IS). Additionally, the following icons are displayed in [ ] mode.
Page 54 ç Contents ç Chapter Contents Still Images Movies On-Screen Frames A variety of frames are displayed once the camera detects subjects you are aiming the camera at. • A white frame is displayed around the subject (or person’s face) determined by the camera to be the main subject, and gray frames are displayed around other detected faces.
Page 55: Common, Convenient Features
ç Contents ç Chapter Contents Common, Convenient Features Still Images Movies Zooming In Closer on Subjects (Digital Zoom) When distant subjects are too far away to enlarge using optical ELPH 150 IS IXUS 155 zoom, use digital zoom for up to about 40x ( ) or ELPH 140 IS IXUS 150...
Page 56 ç Contents ç Chapter Contents • Moving the zoom lever will display the zoom bar (which indicates the zoom position). The color of the zoom bar will change depending on the zoom range. White range: optical zoom range where the image will not appear grainy.
Page 57: Using The Self-Timer
ç Contents ç Chapter Contents Still Images Movies Using the Self-Timer With the self-timer, you can include yourself in group photos or other timed shots. The camera will shoot about 10 seconds after you press the shutter button. Configure the setting. Press the <m> button, choose [ ] in the menu, and then choose the []] option...
Page 58: Using The Self-Timer To Avoid Camera Shake
ç Contents ç Chapter Contents Once you start the self-timer, the lamp will blink and the camera will play a self-timer sound. Two seconds before the shot, the blinking and sound will speed up. (The lamp will remain lit in case the flash fires.) To cancel shooting after you have triggered the self-timer, press the <n>...
Page 59: Customizing The Self-Timer
ç Contents ç Chapter Contents Still Images Movies Customizing the Self-Timer You can specify the delay (0 – 30 seconds) and number of shots (1 – 10). Choose [$]. Following step 1 in “Using the Self-Timer” 57), choose [$] and press the <n> button.
Page 60: Deactivating The Flash
ç Contents ç Chapter Contents • When you specify multiple shots, image brightness and white balance are determined by the first shot. More time is required between shots when the flash fires or when you have specified to take many shots. Shooting will stop automatically when the memory card becomes full.
Page 61: Adding A Date Stamp
ç Contents ç Chapter Contents Still Images Adding a Date Stamp The camera can add the shooting date to images, in the lower- right corner. However, note that date stamps cannot be edited or removed, so confirm beforehand that the date and time are correct 24).
Page 62: Continuous Shooting
Print using printer functions 164) Use camera DPOF print settings 170) to print Use the software downloaded from the Canon website 156) to print Still Images Continuous Shooting Hold the shutter button all the way down to shoot continuously.
Page 63: Using Eco Mode
ç Contents ç Chapter Contents Still Images Movies Using Eco Mode This function allows you to conserve battery power in Shooting mode. When the camera is not in use, the screen quickly darkens to reduce battery consumption. Configure the setting. Press the <q> button several times until [ ] is displayed.
Page 64: Image Customization Features
ç Contents ç Chapter Contents Image Customization Features Still Images Changing Image Resolution (Size) Choose from 5 levels of image resolution, as follows. For guidelines on how many shots at each resolution setting can fit on a memory card, see “Number of Shots per Memory Card” 210).
Page 65 ç Contents ç Chapter Contents Still Images Red-Eye Correction Red-eye that occurs in flash photography can be automatically corrected as follows. Press the <n> button, choose [Red-Eye Corr.] on the [4] tab, and then choose [On] 42). Once the setting is complete, [R] is displayed.
Page 66: Changing Movie Image Quality
ç Contents ç Chapter Contents Movies Changing Movie Image Quality 2 image quality settings are available. For guidelines on the maximum movie length at each level of image quality that will fit on a memory card, see “Recording Time per Memory Card” 211).
Page 67: Checking For Closed Eyes
ç Contents ç Chapter Contents Still Images Checking for Closed Eyes ] is displayed when the camera detects that people may have closed their eyes. Configure the setting. Press the <n> button, choose [Blink Detection] on the [4] tab, and then choose [On] 42).
Page 68: Customizing Camera Operation
ç Contents ç Chapter Contents Customizing Camera Operation Customize shooting functions on the MENU [4] tab as follows. For instructions on menu functions, see “Using Menus” 42). Still Images Deactivating the Lamp You can deactivate the lamp that normally lights up to help you focus in low-light conditions when you press the shutter button halfway, or that lights up to reduce red-eye when you shoot in low- light conditions with the flash.
Page 69: Other Shooting Modes
ç Contents Other Shooting Modes Shoot more effectively in various scenes, and take shots enhanced with unique image effects or captured using special functions Brightness / Color Applying Special Effects ..74 Customization Special Modes for Other (Live View Control) ..70 Purposes ......80 Specific Scenes ....71...
Page 70 ç Contents ç Chapter Contents Still Images Movies Brightness / Color Customization (Live View Control) Image brightness or colors when shooting can be easily customized as follows. Enter [ ] mode. Press the <o> button several times until [ ] is displayed. Configure the setting.
Page 71: Specific Scenes
ç Contents ç Chapter Contents Specific Scenes Choose a mode matching the shooting scene, and the camera will automatically configure the settings for optimal shots. Choose a shooting mode. Press the <o> button several times until [ ] is displayed. Press the <m>...
Page 72 ç Contents ç Chapter Contents Still Images Movies P Shoot with snowy backgrounds (Snow) Bright, natural-colored shots of people against snowy backgrounds. Still Images Movies t S hoot fireworks (Fireworks) Vivid shots of fireworks. • In [t] mode, mount the camera on a tripod or take other measures to keep it still and prevent camera shake.
Page 73 ç Contents ç Chapter Contents ELPH 135 IXUS 145 Still Images Shooting with Reduced Motion Blur (Digital IS) Shoot with minimal camera and subject shake. In scenes where the flash is not fired, consecutive shots are combined to reduce camera shake and noise. Enter [ ] mode.
Page 74: Applying Special Effects
ç Contents ç Chapter Contents Applying Special Effects Add a variety of effects to images when shooting. Choose a shooting mode. Follow step 1 in “Specific Scenes” 71) to choose a shooting mode. Shoot. Still Images Movies Shoot in vivid colors (Super Vivid) Shots in rich, vivid colors.
Page 75: Shooting With A Fish-Eye Lens Effect
ç Contents ç Chapter Contents Still Images Shooting with a Fish-Eye Lens Effect (Fish-Eye Effect) Shoot with the distorting effect of a fish-eye lens. Choose [ ]. Follow step 1 in “Specific Scenes” 71) and choose [ Choose an effect level. Press the ...
Page 76: Miniature Effect
ç Contents ç Chapter Contents Still Images Movies Shots Resembling Miniature Models (Miniature Effect) Creates the effect of a miniature model, by blurring image areas above and below your selected area. You can also make movies that look like scenes in miniature models by choosing the playback speed before the movie is recorded.
Page 77: Playback Speed And Estimated Playback Time
ç Contents ç Chapter Contents Return to the shooting screen and shoot. Press the <n> button to return to the shooting screen, and then shoot. Playback Speed and Estimated Playback Time (for One-Minute Clips) Speed Playback Time Approx. 12 sec. Approx. 6 sec. Approx.
Page 78: Toy Camera Effect
ç Contents ç Chapter Contents Still Images Shooting with a Toy Camera Effect (Toy Camera Effect) This effect makes images resemble shots from a toy camera by vignetting (darker, blurred image corners) and changing the overall color. Choose [ ]. Follow step 1 in “Specific Scenes”...
Page 79: Shooting In Monochrome
ç Contents ç Chapter Contents Still Images Movies Shooting in Monochrome Shoot images in black and white, sepia, or blue and white. Choose [ ]. Follow step 1 in “Specific Scenes” 71) and choose [ Choose a color tone. Press the button, press the <q><r>...
Page 80: Special Modes For Other Purposes
ç Contents ç Chapter Contents Special Modes for Other Purposes Still Images Using the Face Self-Timer The camera will shoot about two seconds after detecting that the face of another person (such as the photographer) has entered the shooting area 95).
Page 81 ç Contents ç Chapter Contents Join the subjects in the shooting area and look at the camera. After the camera detects a new face, the lamp blinking and self-timer sound will speed up. (When the flash fires, the lamp will remain lit.) About two seconds later, the camera will shoot.
Page 82 ç Contents ç Chapter Contents Still Images Shooting Long Exposures (Long Shutter) Specify a shutter speed of 1 – 15 seconds to shoot long exposures. In this case, mount the camera on a tripod or take other measures to prevent camera shake. Choose [N].
Page 83 ç Contents ç Chapter Contents • On-screen image brightness in step 3, when you pressed the shutter button halfway, may not match the brightness of your shots. • With shutter speeds of 1.3 seconds or slower, there will be a delay before you can shoot again, as the camera processes images to reduce noise.
Page 84 ç Contents P Mode More discerning shots, in your preferred shooting style • Instructions in this chapter apply to the camera when set to [G] mode. • [G]: Program AE; AE: Auto Exposure • Before using a function introduced in this chapter in modes other than [G], make sure the function is available in that mode (= 194 –...
Page 85 ç Contents ç Chapter Contents Still Images Movies Shooting in Program AE ([P] Mode) You can customize many function settings to suit your preferred shooting style. Enter [G] mode. Follow step 1 in “Specific Scenes” 71) and choose [G]. Customize the settings as desired (= 86 –...
Page 86: Adjusting Image Brightness
ç Contents ç Chapter Contents Image Brightness (Exposure) Still Images Movies Adjusting Image Brightness (Exposure Compensation) The standard exposure set by the camera can be adjusted in 1/3-stop increments, in a range of –2 to +2. Press the <m> button and choose [#] in the menu.
Page 87 ç Contents ç Chapter Contents Still Images Movies Locking Image Brightness / Exposure (AE Lock) Before shooting, you can lock the exposure, or you can specify focus and exposure separately. Deactivate the flash 101). Lock the exposure. Aim the camera at the subject to shoot with the exposure locked.
Page 88: Changing The Metering Method
ç Contents ç Chapter Contents Still Images Changing the Metering Method Adjust the metering method (how brightness is measured) to suit shooting conditions as follows. Press the <m> button, choose ] in the menu, and choose the desired option 40). The option you configured is now displayed.
Page 89: Changing The Iso Speed
ç Contents ç Chapter Contents Still Images Changing the ISO Speed Press the <m> button, choose ] in the menu, and choose the desired option 40). The option you configured is now displayed. Automatically adjusts the ISO speed to suit the AUTO shooting mode and conditions.
Page 90 ç Contents ç Chapter Contents Still Images Correcting Image Brightness (i-Contrast) Before shooting, excessively bright or dark image areas (such as faces or backgrounds) can be detected and automatically adjusted to the optimal brightness. Insufficient overall image contrast can also be automatically corrected before shooting to make subjects stand out better.
Page 91: Adjusting White Balance
ç Contents ç Chapter Contents Still Images Movies Adjusting White Balance By adjusting white balance (WB), you can make image colors look more natural for the scene you are shooting. Press the <m> button, choose ] in the menu, and choose the desired option 40).
Page 92: Custom White Balance
ç Contents ç Chapter Contents Still Images Movies Custom White Balance For image colors that look natural under the light in your shot, adjust white balance to suit the light source where you are shooting. Set the white balance under the same light source that will illuminate your shot.
Page 93: Shooting Range And Focusing
ç Contents ç Chapter Contents Shooting Range and Focusing Still Images Shooting Close-Ups (Macro) To restrict the focus to subjects at close range, set the camera to [e]. For details on the focusing range, see “Shooting Range” 212). Press the <m> button, choose [ ] in the menu, and then choose the [e] option...
Page 94: Changing The Af Frame Mode
ç Contents ç Chapter Contents Still Images Shooting Distant Subjects (Infinity) To restrict the focus to distant subjects, set the camera to [u]. For details on the focusing range, see “Shooting Range” 212). Press the <m> button, choose [ ] in the menu, and then choose the [u] option 40).
Page 95: Face Aiaf
ç Contents ç Chapter Contents Still Images Movies Face AiAF • Detects people’s faces, and then sets the focus, exposure (evaluative metering only), and white balance ([ ] only). • After you aim the camera at the subject, a white frame is displayed around the person’s face determined by the camera to be the main subject, and up to two gray frames are displayed around other detected faces.
Page 96: Choose A Subject To Focus On
ç Contents ç Chapter Contents Still Images Choosing Subjects to Focus On (Tracking AF) Shoot after choosing a subject to focus on as follows. Choose [Tracking AF]. Follow the steps in “Changing the AF Frame Mode” 94) to choose [Tracking AF]. ] is displayed in the center of the screen.
Page 97: Shooting With Servo Af
ç Contents ç Chapter Contents Still Images Movies Center One AF frame is displayed in the center. Effective for reliable focusing. • A yellow AF frame is displayed with [ ] if the camera cannot focus when you press the shutter button halfway. •...
Page 98: Magnifying The Area In Focus
ç Contents ç Chapter Contents • Focusing may not be possible in some shooting conditions. • In low-light conditions, Servo AF may not be activated (AF frames may not turn blue) when you press the shutter button halfway. In this case, the focus and exposure are set according to the specified AF frame mode.
Page 99: Changing The Focus Setting
ç Contents ç Chapter Contents • The area in focus is not magnified in the following cases when the shutter button is pressed halfway. [Face AiAF]: When a face was not detected, or when the person is too close to the camera and their face is too large for the screen [Center]: When the camera cannot focus on the subject [Tracking AF]: Not magnified in this mode 55): Not magnified with this feature...
Page 100: Shooting With The Af Lock
ç Contents ç Chapter Contents Still Images Movies Shooting with the AF Lock The focus can be locked. After you lock the focus, the focal position will not change even when you release your finger from the shutter button. Lock the focus. With the shutter button pressed halfway, press the <q>...
Page 101: Flash
ç Contents ç Chapter Contents Flash Still Images Changing the Flash Mode You can change the flash mode to match the shooting scene. For details on the flash range, see “Flash Range” 212). Press the <r> button, press the <q><r> buttons to choose a flash mode, and then press the <m>...
Page 102 ç Contents ç Chapter Contents • In [Z] mode, mount the camera on a tripod or take other measures to keep it still and prevent camera shake. • In [Z] mode, even after the flash fires, ensure that the main subject does not move until the shutter sound is finished playing.
Page 103: Shooting With The Fe Lock
ç Contents ç Chapter Contents Still Images Shooting with the FE Lock Just as with the AE lock 87), you can lock the exposure for the flash shots. Set the flash to [h] 101). Lock the flash exposure. Aim the camera at the subject to shoot with the exposure locked. With the shutter button pressed halfway, press the <r>...
Page 104: Using Eco Mode
ç Contents ç Chapter Contents Using Eco Mode This function allows you to conserve battery power in Shooting mode. When the camera is not in use, the screen quickly darkens to reduce battery consumption. Configure the setting. Press the <q> button, and then press the <q><r>...
Page 105: Other Settings
ç Contents ç Chapter Contents Other Settings Still Images Movies Displaying Grid Lines Grid lines can be displayed on the screen for vertical and horizontal reference while shooting. Press the <n> button, choose [Grid Lines] on the [4] tab, and then choose [On] 42).
Page 106: Changing The Image Display Period After Shots
ç Contents ç Chapter Contents Still Images Changing the Image Display Style after Shots You can change how long images are displayed and what information is displayed immediately after shooting. Changing the Image Display Period after Shots Access the [Review image after shooting] screen.
Page 107: Changing The Screen Displayed After Shots
ç Contents ç Chapter Contents Changing the Screen Displayed after Shots Change the way images are displayed after shots as follows. Set [Display Time] to [2 sec.], [4 sec.], [8 sec.], or [Hold] (= 106). Configure the setting. Choose [Display Info], and then choose the desired option 43).
Page 108: Changing The Is Mode Settings
ç Contents ç Chapter Contents ELPH 150 IS IXUS 155 ELPH 140 IS IXUS 150 Still Images Movies Changing the IS Mode Settings Access the setting screen. Press the <n> button, choose [IS Settings] on the [4] tab, and then press the <m> button 42).
Page 109: Shooting Movies With Subjects At The Same Size Shown Before Shooting
ç Contents ç Chapter Contents ELPH 150 IS IXUS 155 ELPH 140 IS IXUS 150 Movies Shooting Movies with Subjects at the Same Size Shown before Shooting Normally, once movie recording begins, the image display area changes and subjects are enlarged to allow for correction of significant camera shake.
Page 110: Playback Mode
ç Contents Playback Mode Have fun reviewing your shots, and browse or edit them in many ways • To prepare the camera for these operations, press the <1> button to enter Playback mode. • It may not be possible to play back or edit images that were renamed or already edited on a computer, or images from other cameras.
Page 111: Viewing
ç Contents ç Chapter Contents Still Images Movies Viewing After shooting images or movies, you can view them on the screen as follows. Enter Playback mode. Press the <1> button. Your last shot is displayed. Browse through your images. To view the previous image, press the <q>...
Page 112 ç Contents ç Chapter Contents Play movies. To start playback, press the <m> button, press the <o> buttons to choose ], and then press the <m> button again. Adjust the volume. Press the <o> buttons to adjust the volume. To adjust the volume when the volume indicator is no longer displayed, press the <o>...
Page 113: Switching Display Modes
ç Contents ç Chapter Contents Still Images Movies Switching Display Modes Press the button to view other information on the screen, or to hide the information. For details on the information displayed, see “Playback (Detailed Information Display)” 192). No Information Simple Information Detailed Information Display...
Page 114: Browsing And Filtering Images
ç Contents ç Chapter Contents Browsing and Filtering Images Still Images Movies Navigating through Images in an Index By displaying multiple images in an index, you can quickly find the images you are looking for. Display images in an index. Move the zoom lever toward <g>...
Page 115 ç Contents ç Chapter Contents Still Images Movies Finding Images Matching Specified Conditions Find desired images quickly on a memory card full of images by filtering image display according to your specified conditions. You can also protect 120) or delete 123) these images all at once.
Page 116 ç Contents ç Chapter Contents View the filtered images. Images matching your conditions are displayed in yellow frames. To view only these images, press the <q><r> buttons. To cancel filtered display, choose [ ] in step 1. • When the camera has found no corresponding images for some conditions, those conditions will not be available.
Page 117: Image Viewing Options
ç Contents ç Chapter Contents Image Viewing Options Still Images Magnifying Images Magnify an image. Moving the zoom lever toward <k> will zoom in and magnify the image. You can magnify images up to about 10x by continuing to hold the zoom lever. To zoom out, move the zoom lever toward <g>.
Page 118: Viewing Slideshows
ç Contents ç Chapter Contents Still Images Movies Viewing Slideshows Automatically play back images from a memory card as follows. Each image is displayed for about three seconds. Press the <m> button, choose [.] in the menu, and choose the desired option 40).
Page 119: Changing Slideshow Settings
ç Contents ç Chapter Contents Changing Slideshow Settings You can set up slideshows to repeat, and you can change the transitions between images and the display duration of each image. Access the setting screen. Press the <n> button, and then choose [Slideshow] on the [1] tab 42).
Page 120: Protecting Images
ç Contents ç Chapter Contents Still Images Movies Protecting Images Protect important images to prevent accidental erasure by the camera 123). Press the <m> button, and then choose [:] in the menu 40). [Protected] is displayed. To cancel protection, repeat this process and choose [:] again, and then press the <m>...
Page 121: Using The Menu
ç Contents ç Chapter Contents Using the Menu Access the setting screen. Press the <n> button and choose [Protect] on the [1] tab 42). Choose a selection method. Choose a menu item and an option as desired 43). To return to the menu screen, press the <n>...
Page 122: Specifying All Images At Once
ç Contents ç Chapter Contents Protect the image. Press the <n> button. A confirmation message is displayed. Press the <q><r> buttons to choose [OK], and then press the <m> button. • Images will not be protected if you switch to Shooting mode or turn the camera off before finishing the setup process in step 3.
Page 123: Erasing Images
ç Contents ç Chapter Contents Still Images Movies Erasing Images You can choose and erase unneeded images one by one. Be careful when erasing images, because they cannot be recovered. However, protected images 120) cannot be erased. Choose an image to erase.
Page 124: Erasing Multiple Images At Once
ç Contents ç Chapter Contents Erasing Multiple Images at Once You can choose multiple images to erase at once. Be careful when erasing images, because they cannot be recovered. However, protected images 120) cannot be erased. Choosing a Selection Method Access the setting screen.
Page 125 ç Contents ç Chapter Contents Choose an image. Once you choose an image following step 2 in “Choosing Images Individually” 121), ] is displayed. To cancel selection, press the <m> button again. [ ] is no longer displayed. Repeat this process to specify other images.
Page 126: Rotating Images
ç Contents ç Chapter Contents Still Images Rotating Images Change the orientation of images and save them as follows. Choose [\]. Press the <m> button, and then choose [\] in the menu 40). Rotate the image. Press the <q> or <r> button, depending on the desired direction.
Page 127: Deactivating Auto Rotation
ç Contents ç Chapter Contents Rotate the image. Press the <q><r> buttons to choose an image. The image is rotated 90° each time you press the <m> button. To return to the menu screen, press the <n> button. • Rotation is not possible when [Auto Rotate] is set to [Off] 127).
Page 128: Editing Still Images
ç Contents ç Chapter Contents Editing Still Images • Image editing (= 128 – 132) is only available when the memory card has sufficient free space. Still Images Resizing Images Save a copy of images at a lower resolution. Choose [Resize]. Press the <n>...
Page 129 ç Contents ç Chapter Contents Save the new image. Press the <q><r> buttons to choose [OK], and then press the <m> button. The image is now saved as a new file. Review the new image. Press the <n> button. [Display new image?] is displayed.
Page 130 ç Contents ç Chapter Contents Still Images Correcting Image Brightness (i-Contrast) Excessively dark image areas (such as faces or backgrounds) can be detected and automatically adjusted to the optimal brightness. Insufficient overall image contrast is also automatically corrected, to make subjects stand out better. Choose from four correction levels, and then save the image as a separate file.
Page 131: Correcting Red-Eye
ç Contents ç Chapter Contents • If [Auto] does not produce the expected results, try correcting images using [Low], [Medium], or [High]. Still Images Correcting Red-Eye Automatically corrects images affected by red-eye. You can save the corrected image as a separate file. Choose [Red-Eye Correction].
Page 132 ç Contents ç Chapter Contents Save as a new image and review. Press the <o><q><r> buttons to choose [New File], and then press the <m> button. The image is now saved as a new file. Follow step 5 in “Resizing Images”...
Page 133: Setting Menu
ç Contents Setting Menu Customize or adjust basic camera functions for greater convenience Adjusting Basic Camera Functions ......134...
Page 134: Adjusting Basic Camera Functions
ç Contents ç Chapter Contents Adjusting Basic Camera Functions 42) functions on the [3] tab can be configured. Customize MENU commonly used functions as desired, for greater convenience. Silencing Camera Operations Silence camera sounds and movies as follows. Choose [Mute], and then choose [On].
Page 135: Hiding Hints And Tips
ç Contents ç Chapter Contents Hiding Hints and Tips Hints and tips are normally shown when you choose FUNC. 40) items. If you prefer, you can deactivate this information. Choose [Hints & Tips], and then choose [Off]. Date and Time Adjust the date and time as follows.
Page 136: World Clock
ç Contents ç Chapter Contents World Clock To ensure that your shots will have the correct local date and time when you travel abroad, simply register the destination in advance and switch to that time zone. This convenient feature eliminates the need to change the Date/Time setting manually.
Page 137: Lens Retraction Timing
ç Contents ç Chapter Contents • Adjusting the date or time while in [ ] mode 25) will automatically update your [ Home] time and date. Lens Retraction Timing The lens is normally retracted for safety about one minute after you press the <1>...
Page 138: Screen Brightness
ç Contents ç Chapter Contents • To conserve battery power, you should normally choose [On] for [Auto Power Down] and [1 min.] or less for [Display Off]. • The [Display Off] setting is applied even if you set [Auto Power Down] to [Off].
Page 139: Formatting Memory Cards
ç Contents ç Chapter Contents Hiding the Start-Up Screen If you prefer, you can deactivate display of the start-up screen normally shown when you turn the camera on. Choose [Start-up Image], and then choose [Off]. Formatting Memory Cards Before using a new memory card or a card formatted in another device, you should format the card with this camera.
Page 140 ç Contents ç Chapter Contents Format the memory card. To begin the formatting process, press the <o> buttons to choose [OK], and then press the <m> button. When formatting is finished, [Memory card formatting complete] is displayed. Press the <m> button. •...
Page 141 ç Contents ç Chapter Contents Low-Level Formatting Perform low-level formatting in the following cases: [Memory card error] is displayed, the camera is not working correctly, card image reading/writing is slower, continuous shooting is slower, or movie recording suddenly stops. Low-level formatting erases all data on a memory card.
Page 142: File Numbering
ç Contents ç Chapter Contents File Numbering Your shots are automatically numbered in sequential order (0001 – 9999) and saved in folders that store up to 2,000 images each. You can change how the camera assigns file numbers. Choose [File Numbering], and then choose an option.
Page 143: Checking Certification Logos
ç Contents ç Chapter Contents Date-Based Image Storage Instead of saving images in folders created each month, you can have the camera create folders each day you shoot to store shots taken that day. Choose [Create Folder], and then choose [Daily]. Images will now be saved in folders created on the shooting date.
Page 144: Adjusting Other Settings
ç Contents ç Chapter Contents Display Language Change the display language as needed. Choose [Language ], and then press the <m> button. Press the <o><q><r> buttons to choose a language, and then press the <m> button. • You can also access the [Language] screen in Playback mode by pressing and holding the <m>...
Page 145: Restoring Defaults
ç Contents ç Chapter Contents Restoring Defaults If you accidentally change a setting, you can restore default camera settings. Access the [Reset All] screen. Choose [Reset All], and then press the <m> button. Restore default settings. Press the <q><r> buttons to choose [OK], and then press the <m>...
Page 146: Accessories
ç Contents Accessories Enjoy the camera in more ways with optional Canon accessories and other compatible accessories sold separately System Map .....147 Using the Software ..156 Optional Accessories..149 Printing Images ....162 Using Optional Using an Eye-Fi Card ..177 Accessories ....152...
Page 147: System Map
AC Adapter Kit Compatible Printers ACK-DC90 High-Power Flash HF-DC2* *1 Also available for purchase separately. *2 A genuine Canon accessory is also available (Interface Cable IFC-400PCU). ELPH 140 IS IXUS 150 ELPH 135 IXUS 145 *3 High-Power Flash HF-DC1 also supported.
Page 148 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). Please...
Page 149: Optional Accessories
ç Contents ç Chapter Contents Optional Accessories The following camera accessories are sold separately. Note that availability varies by area, and some accessories may no longer be available. Power Supplies Battery Pack NB-11LH Rechargeable lithium-ion battery Battery Charger CB-2LF/CB-2LFE Charger for Battery Pack NB-11LH and NB-11L.
Page 150: Flash Units
ç Contents ç Chapter Contents • The battery charger and AC adapter kit can be used in areas with 100 – 240 V AC power (50/60 Hz). • For power outlets in a different format, use a commercially available adapter for the plug. Never use an electrical transformer designed for traveling, which may damage the battery pack.
Page 151 ç Contents ç Chapter Contents Printers Canon-Brand PictBridge- Compatible Printers Printing images without a computer is possible by connecting the camera to a Canon-brand PictBridge- compatible printer. For details, visit your nearest Canon retailer.
Page 152: Using Optional Accessories
ç Contents ç Chapter Contents Still Images Movies Using Optional Accessories Still Images Movies Playback on a TV Connecting the camera to a TV with the AV Cable AVC-DC400 (sold separately) enables you to view your shots on the larger screen of the TV as you control the camera.
Page 153: Turn The Camera On
ç Contents ç Chapter Contents Turn the TV on and switch to video input. Switch the TV input to the video input you connected the cable to in step 2. Turn the camera on. Press the <1> button to turn the camera on.
Page 154: Powering The Camera With Household Power
ç Contents ç Chapter Contents Still Images Movies Powering the Camera with Household Power Powering the camera with AC Adapter Kit ACK-DC90 (sold separately) eliminates the need to monitor the remaining battery level. Make sure the camera is off. Open the cover. Follow step 1 in “Inserting the Battery Pack and Memory Card”...
Page 155 ç Contents ç Chapter Contents Close the cover. Lower the cover ( ) and hold it down as you slide it, until it clicks into the closed position ( ). Connect the power cord. Insert the adapter plug into the end of the coupler cable.
Page 156: Using The Software
ç Contents ç Chapter Contents Using the Software The software available for download from the Canon website is introduced below, with instructions for installation and saving images to a computer. Software After downloading the software from the Canon website and installing it, you can do the following things on your computer.
Page 157: Checking Your Computer Environment
ç Contents ç Chapter Contents Checking Your Computer Environment The software can be used on the following computers. For detailed system requirements and compatibility information, including support in new operating systems, visit the Canon website. Windows Mac OS Windows 8/8.1 Operating Mac OS X 10.9...
Page 158 ç Contents ç Chapter Contents Install the files. Click [Easy Installation] and follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation process. Installation may take some time, depending on computer performance and the Internet connection. Click [Finish] or [Restart] on the screen after installation. •...
Page 159: Saving Images To A Computer
ç Contents ç Chapter Contents Saving Images to a Computer Windows 7 and Mac OS X 10.8 are used here for the sake of illustration. For other functions, refer to the help system of the relevant software (some software excluded). Connect the camera to the computer.
Page 160 Windows: Follow the steps introduced below. In the screen that displays, click the [ ] link to modify the program. Choose [Downloads Images From Canon Camera] and then click [OK]. Double-click [ CameraWindow Save the images to the computer. Click [Import Images from Camera], and then click [Import Untransferred Images].
Page 161 Windows Vista or XP: To start CameraWindow, click [Downloads Images From Canon Camera] on the screen displayed when you turn the camera on in step 2. If CameraWindow is not displayed, click the [Start] menu and choose [All Programs] ► [Canon Utilities] ► [CameraWindow] ► [CameraWindow]. •...
Page 162: Printing Images
A Canon SELPHY CP series compact photo printer is used here for the sake of illustration. Screens displayed and available functions vary by printer. Also refer to the printer manual for additional information.
Page 163 To print other images, repeat the above procedures starting from step 5 after printing is finished. When you are finished printing, turn the camera and printer off and disconnect the cable. • For Canon-brand PictBridge-compatible printers (sold separately), see “Printers” 151).
Page 164: Configuring Print Settings
ç Contents ç Chapter Contents Still Images Configuring Print Settings Access the printing screen. Follow steps 1 – 6 in “Easy Print” (= 162 – 163) to access the screen at left. Configure the settings. Press the <o> buttons to choose an item, and then press the <q><r>...
Page 165: Cropping Images Before Printing
ç Contents ç Chapter Contents Still Images Cropping Images before Printing By cropping images before printing, you can print a desired image area instead of the entire image. Choose [Cropping]. After following step 1 in “Configuring Print Settings” 164) to access the printing screen, choose [Cropping] and press the <m>...
Page 166: Choosing Paper Size And Layout Before Printing
ç Contents ç Chapter Contents • Cropping may not be possible at small image sizes, or at some aspect ratios. • Dates may not be printed correctly if you crop images shot with [Date Stamp ] selected. Still Images Choosing Paper Size and Layout before Printing Choose [Paper Settings].
Page 167: Available Layout Options
ç Contents ç Chapter Contents Choose a layout. Press the <o> buttons to choose an option. When choosing [N-up], press the <q><r> buttons to specify the number of images per sheet. Press the <m> button. Print the image. Available Layout Options Default Matches current printer settings.
Page 168 ç Contents ç Chapter Contents Still Images Printing ID Photos Choose [ID Photo]. Following steps 1 – 4 in “Choosing Paper Size and Layout before Printing” (= 166 – 167), choose [ID Photo] and press the <m> button. Choose the long and short side length.
Page 169: Printing Movie Scenes
You can also print the folder number, file number, Sequence and elapsed time for the frame by setting [Caption] to [On]. • To cancel printing in progress, press the <m> button. • [ID Photo] and [Sequence] cannot be chosen on Canon-brand PictBridge-compatible printers from CP720/CP730 and earlier models.
Page 170 ç Contents ç Chapter Contents Still Images Adding Images to the Print List (DPOF) Batch printing 174) and ordering prints from a photo development service can be set up on the camera. Choose up to 998 images on a memory card and configure relevant settings, such as the number of copies, as follows.
Page 171: Setting Up Printing For Individual Images
Specifying [Index] will prevent you from choosing [On] for both [Date] and [File No.] at the same time. • Index printing is not available on some Canon-brand PictBridge- compatible printers (sold separately). • The date is printed in a format matching setting details in [Date/ Time] on the [3] tab 24).
Page 172 ç Contents ç Chapter Contents Choose an image. Press the <q><r> buttons to choose an image, and then press the <m> button. You can now specify the number of copies. If you specify index printing for the image, it is labeled with ] icon.
Page 173: Clearing All Images From The Print List
ç Contents ç Chapter Contents Still Images Setting Up Printing for All Images Following step 1 in “Setting Up Printing for Individual Images” 171), choose [Select All Images] and press the <m> button. Press the <q><r> buttons to choose [OK], and then press the <m>...
Page 174: Adding Images To A Photobook
ç Contents ç Chapter Contents Still Images Printing Images Added to the Print List (DPOF) When images have been added to the print list (= 170 – 173), the screen at left is displayed after you connect the camera to a PictBridge-compatible printer. Press the <o> buttons to choose [Print now], and then simply press the <m>...
Page 175: Adding Images Individually
ç Contents ç Chapter Contents • ] may be displayed on the camera to warn you that the memory card has print settings that were configured on another camera. Changing the print settings using this camera may overwrite all previous settings. •...
Page 176: Adding All Images To A Photobook
ç Contents ç Chapter Contents Still Images Adding All Images to a Photobook Following the procedure in “Choosing a Selection Method” 174), choose [Select All Images] and press the <m> button. Press the <q><r> buttons to choose [OK], and then press the <m>...
Page 177: Using An Eye-Fi Card
ç Contents ç Chapter Contents Still Images Movies Using an Eye-Fi Card Before using an Eye-Fi card, always confirm that local use is permitted Inserting a prepared Eye-Fi card enables automatic wireless transfer of images to a computer or uploading to a photo-sharing website.
Page 178: Checking Connection Information
ç Contents ç Chapter Contents Connection status of Eye-Fi cards in the camera can be checked on the shooting screen (in regular information display mode) or playback screen (in simple information display mode). (Gray) Not connected Interrupted (Blinking white) Connecting Not communicating Error acquiring Eye-Fi card (White)
Page 179 ç Contents ç Chapter Contents Disabling Eye-Fi Transfer Configure the setting as follows to disable Eye-Fi transfer by the card, if necessary. Press the <n> button, choose [Eye-Fi Settings] on the [3] tab, and then press the <m> button. Choose [Eye-Fi trans.], and then choose [Disable].
Page 180: Appendix
ç Contents Appendix Helpful information when using the camera Troubleshooting ....181 Handling Precautions ..206 Specifications On-Screen Messages ..187 ....207 On-Screen Information ...190 Functions and Menu Tables ......194...
Page 181: Troubleshooting
Battery swelling is normal and does not pose any safety concerns. However, if battery swelling prevents the battery pack from fitting in the camera, contact a Canon Customer Support Help Desk. Display on a TV Camera images look distorted or not displayed on a TV...
Page 182 ç Contents ç Chapter Contents Shooting Cannot shoot. • In Playback mode 110), press the shutter button halfway 38). Strange display on the screen under low light (= 39). Strange display on the screen when shooting. Note that the following display problems are not recorded in still images but are recorded in movies.
Page 183 ç Contents ç Chapter Contents Shots are out of focus. • Press the shutter button halfway to focus on subjects before pressing it all the way down to shoot 38). • Make sure subjects are within focusing range 212). • Set [Lamp Setting] to [On] 68).
Page 184 ç Contents ç Chapter Contents White dots or similar image artifacts appear in flash shots. • This is caused by light from the flash reflecting off dust or airborne particles. Shots look grainy. • Lower the ISO speed 89). • High ISO speeds in some shooting modes may cause grainy images 89).
Page 185: Memory Card
ç Contents ç Chapter Contents ] is displayed and shooting stops automatically. The camera’s internal memory buffer filled up as the camera could not record to the memory card quickly enough. Try one of the following measures. • Use the camera to perform low-level formatting of the memory card 141).
Page 186 ç Contents ç Chapter Contents Computer Cannot transfer images to a computer. When attempting to transfer images to the computer via a cable, try reducing the transfer speed as follows. • Press the <1> button to enter Playback mode. Hold the <n> button down as you press the <o>...
Page 187: On-Screen Messages
If the same error message is displayed even after you have formatted a supported memory card 3) and have inserted it facing the correct 22), contact a Canon Customer Support Help Desk. Insufficient space on card • There is not enough free space on the memory card to shoot (...
Page 188 Switch to Playback mode to check for the image. • Frequent display of this error message may indicate camera damage. In this case, write down the error number (Exx) and contact a Canon Customer Support Help Desk.
Page 189 166). If this error message is displayed when the setting is correct, restart the printer and complete the setting on the camera again. Ink absorber full • Contact a Canon Customer Support Help Desk to request assistance with ink absorber replacement.
Page 190: On-Screen Information
ç Contents ç Chapter Contents On-Screen Information Shooting (Information Display) Battery level Resolution Focusing range 191) 93, 94), AF lock 100) White balance Recordable shots ELPH 150 IS IXUS 155 210) ELPH 140 IS IXUS 150 Drive mode Movie quality IS mode icon Eco mode Remaining time...
Page 191: Battery Level
ç Contents ç Chapter Contents Date stamp Shutter speed Time zone 136) Aperture value ISO speed Image Exposure stabilization compensation 108) i-Contrast level Grid lines Zoom bar 105) Blink detection AE lock 87), FE lock 103) Battery Level An on-screen icon or message indicates the battery charge level. Display Details Sufficient charge...
Page 192 ç Contents ç Chapter Contents Playback (Detailed Information Display) Movies Image editing Current image no. / 46, 111) (= 128 – 132) Total no. of images Shooting mode Resolution Shutter speed (still 194) 64), MOV images), Image (movies) quality / Frame rate ISO speed (movies) 89),...
Page 193 ç Contents ç Chapter Contents Still images: Protection i-Contrast Resolution 120) 90, 130) 210) Red-eye Shooting date/ Movies: Playback correction time time 209) 65, 131) • Some information may not be displayed when viewing images on a 152). Summary of Movie Control Panel in “Viewing” 111) Exit Play...
Page 194: Tables
ç Contents ç Chapter Contents Functions and Menu Tables Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode Shooting Mode Function Flash 60, 101) – – – – – – – – AE Lock/FE Lock – – – – – – – 87, 103)* –...
Page 195 ç Contents ç Chapter Contents Shooting Mode Function Flash 60, 101) – – – – – – – – – – – AE Lock/FE Lock – – – – – – – – 87, 103)* – – – – – –...
Page 196 ç Contents ç Chapter Contents FUNC. Menu Shooting Mode Function Metering Method – – – – – – – White Balance – – – – ISO Speed AUTO 100, 200, 400, – – – – – – – 800, 1600 Exposure Compensation –...
Page 197 ç Contents ç Chapter Contents Shooting Mode Function Metering Method – – – – – – – – White Balance – – – – – – – ISO Speed – AUTO 100, 200, 400, – – – – – – –...
Page 198 ç Contents ç Chapter Contents Shooting Mode Function Drive Mode – – Resolution – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – Movie Quality O Available or set automatically. – Not available. ELPH 135 IXUS 145 *1 Available only for *2 Depending on the scene, consecutive shots may be combined...
Page 199 ç Contents ç Chapter Contents Shooting Mode Function Drive Mode – Resolution – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – Movie Quality O Available or set automatically. – Not available. * Synchronizes with the resolution setting and is automatically set 77).
Page 200: Shooting Tab Menu
ç Contents ç Chapter Contents 4 Shooting Tab Menu Shooting Mode Function AF Frame – Face AiAF – – – Tracking AF – – Center Digital Zoom 55, 105) – – – – AF-Point Zoom – – Servo AF – –...
Page 201 ç Contents ç Chapter Contents Shooting Mode Function AF Frame – – Face AiAF – – – Tracking AF – Center Digital Zoom 55, 105) – – – – – AF-Point Zoom – – – Servo AF – – – –...
Page 202 ç Contents ç Chapter Contents Shooting Mode Function i-Contrast – – – – – Auto – – (= 106 Review image after shooting Display Off/Quick/2 sec./ Time 4 sec./8 sec./Hold Display Info – Detailed (= 67 Blink Detection – – Grid Lines 105) –...
Page 203 ç Contents ç Chapter Contents Shooting Mode Function i-Contrast – – – – – – – – Auto (= 106 Review image after shooting Display Off/Quick/2 sec./ Time 4 sec./8 sec./Hold Display Info Detailed (= 67 Blink Detection – – –...
Page 204: Set Up Tab Menu
ç Contents ç Chapter Contents 3 Set Up Tab Menu Item Ref. Page Item Ref. Page = 134 Mute Format 139, = 134 = 142 Volume File Numbering = 135 = 143 Hints & Tips Create Folder = 135 = 153 Date/Time Video System = 136...
Page 205: Print Tab Menu
ç Contents ç Chapter Contents 2 Print Tab Menu Item Ref. Page Item Ref. Page = 173 – Print Clear All Selections = 171 = 170 Select Images & Qty. Print Settings = 173 Select All Images Playback Mode FUNC. Menu Item Ref.
Page 206: Handling Precautions
• Use a blower brush to remove dust from the lens. If cleaning is difficult, contact a Canon Customer Support Help Desk. • To prevent condensation from forming on the camera after sudden temperature changes (when the camera is transferred...
Page 207: Specifications
ç Contents ç Chapter Contents Specifications ELPH 150 IS IXUS 155 Approx. 20 million pixels Camera Effective Pixels (Max.) ELPH 140 IS IXUS 150 ELPH 135 IXUS 145 Approx. 16 million pixels ELPH 150 IS IXUS 155 10x zoom: 4.3 (W) – 43.0 (T) mm (35mm film equivalent: 24 (W) –...
Page 208 ç Contents ç Chapter Contents ELPH 150 IS IXUS 155 Approx. 142 g (approx. 5.01 oz.; including the battery pack and memory card) Approx. 125 g (approx. 4.41 oz.; camera body only) ELPH 140 IS IXUS 150 Weight (Based on Approx. 130 g (approx. 4.59 oz.; including the battery CIPA Guidelines) pack and memory card) Approx.
Page 209 ç Contents ç Chapter Contents Number of Shots/Recording Time, Playback Time ELPH 150 IS IXUS 155 Number of Shots Approx. 230 Eco Mode On Approx. 310 Movie Recording Time* Approx. 1 hour Continuous Approx. 1 hour, 50 minutes Shooting* Playback Time Approx.
Page 210: Number Of Shots Per Memory Card
(Medium 1) 2558 10326 10M/3648x2736 (Medium 2) 8469 34184 3M/2048x1536 (Small) 40937 165225 0.3M/640x480 (Widescreen) 1753 7080 5152x2896 • The values in the table are based on Canon measurement conditions and may change depending on the subject, memory card and camera settings.
Page 211: Recording Time Per Memory Card
0.3M/640x480 (Widescreen) 2116 8545 4608x2592 • The values in the table are based on Canon measurement conditions and may change depending on the subject, memory card and camera settings. Recording Time per Memory Card Recording Time per Memory Card Image Quality...
Page 212: Flash Range
ç Contents ç Chapter Contents Flash Range ELPH 150 IS IXUS 155 Maximum wide angle (j) 50 cm – 4.0 m (1.6 – 13 ft.) 1.0 – 2.0 m (3.3 – 6.6 ft.) Maximum telephoto (i) ELPH 140 IS IXUS 150 ELPH 135 IXUS 145 50 cm –...
Page 213: Shutter Speed
ç Contents ç Chapter Contents Continuous Shooting Speed ELPH 150 IS IXUS 155 Shooting Mode Speed Approx. 0.8 shots/sec. Approx. 2.2 shots/sec. ELPH 140 IS IXUS 150 ELPH 135 IXUS 145 Shooting Mode Speed Approx. 0.8 shots/sec. Approx. 3.3 shots/sec. Shutter Speed ] mode, automatically set range 1 –...
Page 214 ç Contents ç Chapter Contents Battery Pack NB-11LH Type: Rechargeable lithium-ion battery Nominal Voltage: 3.6 V DC Nominal Capacity: 800 mAh Charging Cycles: Approx. 300 times Operating Temperatures: 0 – 40 °C (32 – 104 °F) Dimensions: 34.6 x 40.1 x 5.2 mm (1.36 x 1.58 x 0.20 in.) Weight: Approx.
Page 215: Index
ç Contents Index Custom white balance ....92 AC adapter kit ....149, 154 Accessories .......149 Date/time AE lock ........87 Adding date stamps ....61 AF frames ........94 Changing .......25 AF lock........100 Date/time battery ....26 Settings .........24 AUTO mode World clock ......136 (shooting mode).....28, 46 DC coupler.........154 AV cable ......150, 152 Defaults →...
Page 216 ç Contents Images Display period .....106 Face AiAF (AF frame mode) ..95 Erasing ........123 Face self-timer (shooting mode) ..80 Playback → Viewing FE lock........103 Protecting ......120 File numbering ......142 Image stabilization .....108 Fireworks (shooting mode) ..72 Indicator ........44 Infinity (focusing range) ....94 Fish-eye effect (shooting mode) ..75 Flash ISO speed........89...
Page 217 ç Contents Self-timer ........57 2-second self-timer ....58 Package contents ......2 Customizing the self-timer ..59 Photobook set-up ......174 Face self-timer PictBridge ......151, 162 (shooting mode) ....80 Playback → Viewing Servo AF ........97 Portrait (shooting mode) ....71 Shooting Shooting date/time → Date/time Poster effect (shooting mode) ..74 Shooting information ...190 Power ........149...
Page 218 ç Contents Single-image display .....31 Slideshow ......118 TV display ......152 White balance (color)....91 Widescreen (resolution)....64 World clock ........136 Wrist strap → Strap Zoom .......29, 47, 55...
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Page 220 ç Contents FCC Notice (Digital Camera, Model PC2054, PC2053, PC2048 systems) • • • •...
Page 221: Trademarks And Licensing
ç Contents Trademarks and Licensing • Microsoft and Windows are trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. • Macintosh and Mac OS are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. •...
Page 222 Information subject to change without notice, as are product specifications and appearance. • Illustrations and screenshots in this guide may differ slightly from the actual equipment. • The above items notwithstanding, Canon cannot be held liable for any loss arising from the use of this product.

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