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Camera User Guide ENGLISH • Make sure you read this guide before using the camera. • Store this guide safely so that you can use it in the future.
STEREO AV CABLE Wrist Strap IFC-400PCU AVC-DC400ST WS-DC9 Getting Started DIGITAL CAMERA “Canon Customer Warranty Card Support” Leaflet Solution Disk Using the PDF Manuals Also refer to the PDF manuals on the CD-ROM. After installation, shortcut icons appear on the desktop. If the software installation fails, you can find the manuals in the Readme folder on the CD-ROM.
This camera’s warranty is only effective in the country of sale. If there is a problem with the camera while abroad, please return it to the country of sale before proceeding with a warranty claim to a Canon Customer Support Help Desk. For Canon Customer Support contacts, please see the customer support list supplied with your camera.
What Do You Want to Do? Shoot ● Shoot, leaving it to the camera to make settings ......24 ● Just take pictures (Easy mode)............29 ● Shoot to match special conditions...........54-55 Take good people shots Portraits At night Kids and pets At he beach Against snow (p.
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What Do You Want to Do? View ● Look at my pictures ..............27 ● Easy Playback (Easy Mode) ............30 ● Automatically play back pictures (slideshow).......30, 113 ● Look at my pictures on a TV ..........117, 118 ● Look at my pictures on a computer ........34 – 37 ●...
Table of Contents Chapters 1 – 3 explain the basic operations and frequently used functions of this camera. Chapters 4 onward explain the advanced functions, letting you learn more as you read each chapter. Checking the Package Contents ..2 Changing the Screen Brightness ..49 Read This First ........3 Returning the Camera to Default Settings ...........
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Table of Contents Continuous Shooting....... 76 Changing the Image Quality..103 Changing the Tone of AE Lock/Exposure Shift....104 an Image (My Colors) ..... 77 Other Shooting Functions....105 Shooting Using the Two Playback Functions ....... 106 Second Self-Timer ......78 Editing ...........
Conventions Used in This Guide Using the Eye-Fi Card....157 9. Customizing Troubleshooting ......159 Camera Settings..... 143 List of Messages That Appear on the Screen........ 162 Changing Camera Settings....144 Information Displayed on the Changing Shoo ing Function Screen........... 164 Settings..........149 Functions Available in Each Changing Playback Function...
Safety Precautions • Before using the camera, please ensure that you read the safety precautions described below. Always ensure that the camera is operated correctly. • The safety precautions noted on the following pages are intended to prevent injuries to yourself and other persons, or damage to the equipment. •...
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If the battery charger becomes wet, unplug it from the outlet and consult your camera distributor or the closest Canon Customer Support Help Desk. • Use only the specified battery charger to charge the battery.
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Safety Precautions Caution • Do not aim the camera at bright light sources (the sun, etc.). Doing so may cause malfunctions or damage the image sensor. • When using the camera on a beach or at a windy location, be careful not to allow dust or sand to enter the camera.
Getting Started This chapter explains preparations before shooting, how to shoot in A mode, and then how to view and erase the images you take. The latter part of this chapter explains how to shoot and view images in Easy Mode, how to shoot and view movies and how to transfer images to a computer.
Charging the Battery Use the included charger to charge the battery. Be sure to charge the battery as it is not charged at the time of purchase. Remove the cover. Insert the battery. ¨ Align the o marks on the battery and charger, then insert the battery by sliding it and down Charge the battery.
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This is a normal characteristic of the battery and does not indicate a problem. However, if the battery bulges to the point where it will no longer fit into he camera, please contact a Canon Customer Support Help Desk. •...
Inserting the Battery and Memory Card Open the cover. ¨ Slide the cover and open it Insert the battery. ¨ Press the battery lock in the direction of the arrow, then insert the battery as shown until it locks into place with a click. ¨...
Inserting the Battery and Memory Card Removing the Battery and Memory Card Remove the battery. ¨ Open the cover and press the battery lock in the direction of the arrow. ¬ The battery will pop up. Remove the memory card. ¨...
Setting the Date and Time The Date/Time settings screen will appear the first time the camera is turned on. Since the dates and times recorded into your images are based on these settings, be sure to set them. Turn on the camera. ¨...
Setting the Date and Time Changing the Date and Time You can change the current date and time settings. Display the menu. ¨ Press the n button. Choose [Date/Time] in the 3 tab. ¨ Press the qr buttons to choose the 3 tab.
Setting the Display Language You can change the language that displays on the screen. Enter Playback mode. ¨ Press the 1 button. Display the settings screen. ¨ Press and hold the m button, then immediately press the n button. Set the display language. ¨...
Formatting Memory Cards Before you use a new memory card or one that has been formatted in other devices, you should format the card with this camera. Formatting (initializing) a memory card erases all data on the memory card. As you cannot retrieve the erased data, exercise adequate caution before formatting the memory card.
Pressing the Shutter Button To take images that are in focus, be sure to first press the shutter button lightly (halfway) to focus, then press fully to shoot. Press halfway (lightly to focus). ¨ Press lightly until the camera beeps twice and AF frames appear where the camera focused.
Taking Pictures (Smart Auto) Since the camera can determine the subject and shooting conditions, you can let it automatically select the best settings for the scene and just shoot. The camera can also detect and focus on faces, setting the color and brightness to optimal levels.
Taking Pictures (Smart Auto) Focus. ¨ Press the shutter button halfway to focus. ¬ When the camera focuses, it will beep twice and AF frames will appear where the camera focused. Several AF frames will appear when the camera focuses on more than one point. AF Frames Shoot.
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Taking Pictures (Smart Auto) Under certain condi ions, he icon that appears may not match the actual scene. Especially when there is an orange or blue colored background (a wall for example), [ ] or the “Including Blue Skies” icons may appear and it may not be possible to shoot with the appropriate color.
• What if the lamp lights when the shutter button is pressed halfway? To reduce red-eye and to assist in focusing, the lamp may light when shooting in dark areas. What if the h icon blinks when you try to shoot? •...
Erasing Images You can choose and erase images one at a time. Please note that erased images cannot be recovered. Exercise adequate caution before erasing an image. Enter Playback mode. ¨ Press the 1 button. ¬ The last image you took will appear. Choose an image to erase.
Shooting in Easy mode In Easy mode, operational instructions are displayed on the screen, and the camera is set so that only the buttons, the zoom lever and the movie button (p. 31) explained on this page are functional. This prevents incorrect operation of the camera, allowing even beginners to take worry-free pictures.
Viewing or Erasing in Easy mode In Easy mode, 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 of the camera, allowing even beginners to view and erase images without worry.
Shooting Movies The camera can automatically select all settings so that you can shoot movies just by pressing the movie button. The audio will record in stereo. If you continue shooting for a long time, the camera may become warm. This is not a malfunction.
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Shooting Movies ¨ You can also zoom in and out with the zoom lever during shooting. ¨ Do not touch the microphone while shooting. ¨ Do not press any buttons other than the Microphone movie button while shooting. The sound the buttons make will be recorded in the movie.
Viewing Movies You can view the movies you have shot on the screen. Enter Playback mode. ¨ Press the 1 button. ¬ The last image you took will appear. ¬ appears on movies. Choose a movie. ¨ Press the qr buttons or turn the  dial to choose a movie, then press the m button.
Transferring Images to a Computer for Viewing You can use the included software to transfer images you have shot with the camera to a computer for viewing. If you are already using ZoomBrowser EX/ImageBrowser, install the software from the included CD-ROM, overwriting your current installation. System Requirements Windows Windows 7...
Transferring Images to a Computer for Viewing Preparations Windows Vista and Mac OS X (v10.5) are used for these explanations. Install the Software. Windows Place the CD in the computer’s CD-ROM drive. ¨ Place the supplied CD-ROM (DIGITAL CAMERA Solution Disk) (p. 2) into the computer’s CD-ROM drive.
Turn on the camera. ¨ Press the 1 button to turn on the camera. Open CameraWindow. Windows ¨ Click [Downloads Images From Canon Camera using Canon CameraWindow]. ¬ CameraWindow will appear. ¨ If CameraWindow does not appear, click the [Start] menu and choose [AllPrograms],...
Click on the task bar. • In the screen that appears, click the link to modify the program. • Click [Downloads Images From Canon Camera using Canon CameraWindow], then click [OK]. • Double click Transfer and View Images ¨ Click [Import Images from Camera], and then click [Import Untransferred Images].
Interface Cable IFC-400PCU *Also available for purchase separately. Memory Card Card Reader Windows/Macintosh Canon-Brand PictBridge Compliant Printers PIXMA series SELPHY series See the user guide supplied with the printer for more information on the printer and interface cables. TV/Video HDMI Cable HTC-100...
Separately Sold Accessories The following camera accessories are sold separately. Some accessories are not sold in some regions,or may no longer be available. Power Supplies AC Adapter Kit ACK-DC30 This kit lets you power the camera using household power. Recommended for powering the camera for an extended period of time or when connecting to a computer or printer.
Use of genuine Canon accessories is recommended. This product is designed to achieve excellent performance when used with genuine Canon accessories. Canon shall not be liable for any damage to this product and/or accidents such as fire, etc., caused by the malfunction of non-genuine Canon accessories (e g., a leakage and/or explosion of a battery pack).
Screen Display Switching the Display You can change the screen display using the l button. Refer to pp. 164 165 for details on information that appears on the screen. Shooting Information Display No Information Display Playback No Information Simple Information Detailed Information Focus Check Display...
Indicator Screen Display in Dark Shooting Conditions The display automatically brightens when shooting in dark conditions, allowing you to check the composition (Night Display function). However, the brightness of the image on the screen, and the brightness of the actual image recorded may be different.
FUNC. Menu – Basic Operations Commonly used shooting functions can be set with the ø menu. The menu items and options differ depending on the mode (p. 166). You can also use the ø menu in Playback mode. Choose a shooting mode. ¨...
MENU – Basic Operations Various functions can be set from the menus. The menu items are organized under tabs, such as for shooting (4) and playback (1). The available menu items differ depending on the mode (p. 168). Display the menu. ¨...
Changing the Sound Settings You can silence or adjust the volume of camera sounds. Muting Sounds Display the menu. ¨ Press the n button. Choose [Mute]. ¨ Press the qr buttons to choose the 3 tab. ¨ Press the op buttons or turn the  dial to choose [Mute], then press the qr buttons to choose [On].
Changing the Screen Brightness The screen brightness can be changed in two ways. Using the Menu Display the menu. ¨ Press the n button. Choose [LCD Brightness]. ¨ Press the qr buttons to choose the 3 tab. ¨ Press the op buttons or turn the  dial to choose [LCD Brightness].
Returning the Camera to Default Settings When you have mistakenly changed a setting, you can reset the camera to the default settings. Display the menu. ¨ Press the n button. Choose [Reset All]. ¨ Press the qr buttons to choose the 3 tab.
Low Level Memory Card Formatting Perform low level formatting when you think that the recording/reading speed of a memory card has dropped. Performing a low-level format on (initializing) a memory card erases all data on the memory card. As you cannot retrieve the erased data, exercise adequate caution before performing a low-level format on the memory card.
Power Saving Function (Auto Power Down) • Low level formatting may take longer than standard formatting, since all recorded data are erased. • You can stop a low level format of a memory card by choosing [Stop]. When stopping low level format ing, the data will be erased but the memory card can be used without problem.
Shooting in Special Conditions and Commonly Used Functions This chapter explains how to shoot in different conditions, as well as how to use common functions, such as the self-timer. • When you choose a Shooting mode that matches a particular set of conditions, the camera will automatically select any necessary settings.
Shooting in Various Conditions The camera will select the necessary settings for the conditions in which you wish to shoot when you choose the matching mode. Choose a shooting mode. ¨ Set the mode dial to the desired Shooting mode. Shoot.
Shooting in Special Scenes H Take indoor shots (Indoor) ¨ Lets you shoot indoors with natural colors. In F, C or H mode, images may appear coarse because the ISO speed (p. 74) is increased to match the shooting conditions. Shooting in Special Scenes The camera will select the necessary settings for the conditions in which you wish to shoot when you choose the matching mode.
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Shooting in Special Scenes Take shots in low light conditions (Low Light) ¨ Depending on the scene, the ISO speed will be set higher and the shutter speed faster than in A mode so that you can shoot in dark places with reduced camera shake and subject blur.
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Shooting in Special Scenes Modes for other scenes In addition to the modes explained here, he following scene modes are also available. Smart Shutter • Smile (p. 60) Wink Self-Timer (p. 61) Face Self-Timer (p. 62) • Color Accent (p. 97) •...
Adding Effects and Shooting You can add various effects to images when shooting. Shoot with the Effects of a Fish-Eye Lens (Fish-eye Effect) Lets you shoot with the distorting effect of a fish-eye lens. Choose ¨ Follow Steps 1 – 2 on p. 55 to choose Choose an effect level.
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Adding Effects and Shooting Take Shots That Look Like a Miniature Model (Miniature Effect) Blurs chosen portions in the top and bottom of an image to produce the effect of a miniature model. Choose ¨ Follow Steps 1 – 2 on p. 55 to choose Choose the area to keep in focus.
Detecting a Smile and Shooting The camera will shoot, even without pressing the shutter button, when it detects a smile. Choose ¨ Follow Steps 1 – 2 on p. 55 to choose then press the l button. ¨ Press the qr buttons or turn the  dial to and press the l button.
Using the Wink Self-Timer Point the camera at the subject and press the shutter button fully. The camera will shoot approximately two seconds after it detects a wink. Choose ¨ Follow Steps 1 – 2 on p. 55 to choose then press the l button.
Using the Face Self-Timer • Shutting both eyes will also be detected as a wink. • If a wink is not detected, the shutter will release approximately 15 seconds later. • If there are no people in the shot when the shutter button is pressed fully, he camera will shoot after a person enters he shot and winks.
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Using the Face Self-Timer Join the subjects and look at the camera. ¬ When the camera detects a new face, the lamp and sound will speed up (the lamp remains lit when the flash will fire), and two seconds later the shutter will release. ¨...
Turning the Flash Off You can shoot with the flash turned off. Press the r button. Choose !. ¨ Press the qr buttons or turn the  dial to choose !, then press the m button. ¬ Once set, ! will appear on the screen. ¨...
Zooming in More Closely on Subjects (Digital Zoom) You can use the digital zoom to zoom up to a maximum of 56x and capture subjects that are too far away for the optical zoom to enlarge. The images may appear coarse, however, depending on the recording pixel setting (p. 72) and the zoom factor used.
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Zooming in More Closely on Subjects (Digital Zoom) Digital Tele-Converter The focal length of the lens can be increased by an equivalent of 1.7x or 2.1x. 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. The images may appear coarse, however, depending on the combination of recording pixel (p.
Inserting the Date and Time You can insert the shooting date and time in the lower right corner of an image. Once inserted, however, they cannot be deleted. Be sure to check beforehand that the date and time are correctly set (p. 19). Choose [Date Stamp].
Using the Self-Timer The self-timer can be used to shoot a group photo that includes the photographer. The camera will activate approximately 10 seconds after the shutter button is pressed. Press the p button. Choose Ò. ¨ Press the op buttons or turn the  dial to choose Ò, then press the m button.
Choosing Settings Yourself In this chapter you will learn how to use the various functions in G mode to progressively advance your shooting skills. This chapter assumes that the mode dial is set to G. • G stands for Program AE. •...
Shooting in Program AE You can choose the settings for various functions to suit your preferences. AE stands for Auto Exposure. Set the mode dial to G. Adjust the settings according to your purposes (pp. 70 – 80). Shoot. What if the shutter speed and aperture value appear in orange? If a correct exposure cannot be obtained when pressing the shutter button halfway, he shutter speed and aperture value are shown in orange.
Turning the Flash On You can make the flash fire every time you shoot. At maximum wide angle, the flash range is approximately 75 cm – 3.5 m (2.5 – 11.5 ft.), and at maximum telephoto, it is 1.0 – 2.0 m (3.3 – 6.6 ft.) Choose h.
Changing the Recording Pixel Setting (Image Size) You can choose from six recording pixels (image size) settings. Choose the recording pixel setting. ¨ After pressing the m button, press the op buttons or turn the  dial to choose , then press the m button. Choose an option.
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4320×2432 1291 2873 11766 • 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 for Paper Size ¨ Suitable for sending images as e-mail attachments.
Changing the ISO Speed Choose the ISO speed. ¨ After pressing the m button, press the op buttons or turn the  dial to choose , then press the m button. Choose an option. ¨ Press the op buttons or turn the  dial to choose an option, then press the m button.
Adjusting the White Balance The white balance (WB) function sets the optimal white balance for natural looking colors to match the shooting conditions. Choose the white balance function. ¨ After pressing the m button, press the op buttons or turn the  dial to choose , then press the m button.
Continuous Shooting You can shoot continuously while the shutter button is pressed fully and held. Choose a Drive mode. ¨ After pressing the m button, press the op buttons or turn the  dial to choose , then press the m button. Choose an option.
Changing the Tone of an Image (My Colors) You can change the tone of an image to sepia or black and white when shooting. Choose My Colors. ¨ After pressing the m button, press the op buttons or turn the  dial to choose , then press the m button.
Shooting Using the Two Second Self-Timer Custom Color The contrast, sharpness, color saturation, red, green, blue, and skin tones in an image can be chosen and set at 5 different levels. ¨ Follow Step 2 on p. 77 to choose , then press he l button.
Customizing the Self-Timer You can set the time delay (0 – 30 seconds) and the number of shots (1 – 10 shots). Choose $. ¨ After pressing the p button, press the op buttons or turn the  dial to choose $, then press the n button.
Shooting Using a TV Monitor You can use a TV to display the camera screen content while shooting. • Connect the camera to a TV as described in “Viewing Images on a TV” (p. 117). • Shooting procedures are the same as when using the camera screen. TV display is not available when using HDMI Cable HTC-100 (sold separately) to connect he camera to a high-definition TV.
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 G. • • The sections “Setting the Shutter Speed” (p. 90), “Setting the Aperture Value”...
Changing the AF Frame Mode You can change the AF (Auto Focus) frame mode to match the conditions you want to shoot. Choose [AF Frame]. ¨ Press the n button to choose the 4 tab. Choose [AF Frame], then press the qr buttons to choose an option.
Magnifying the Focal Point You can reduce the AF frame size Press the n button, choose the 4 tab, then choose he [AF Frame Size] • menu item and [Small] option. • The setting is configured to [Normal] when the Digital Zoom (p. 65), Digital Tele- converter (p.
Shooting with the AF Lock The focus can be locked. After locking the focus, the focal distance will not change even when you release your finger from the shutter button. Lock the focus. ¨ Keep the shutter button pressed halfway and press the q button.
Choosing the Person to Focus On (Face Select) • The camera may not be able to focus in some conditions. • If a correct exposure cannot be obtained, the shutter speed and aperture value appear in orange. Release your finger from the shutter button, hen press it again halfway.
Changing the Metering Method Shoot. ¨ Press the shutter button halfway. The face frame of the chosen face will change into a green ¨ Press the shutter button fully to shoot. Changing the Metering Method You can change the metering method (brightness measuring function) to match the shooting conditions.
Shooting in Manual Focus Mode You can use manual focus when auto focus is not possible. If you press the shutter button halfway after roughly focusing manually, you can fine tune the focus. Choose f. ¨ Press the q button, then press the qr buttons or turn the Â...
Shooting with the AE Lock You can lock the exposure and shoot, or set the focus and exposure separately to shoot. AE stands for “Auto Exposure” Lock the exposure. ¨ Point the camera toward the subject and press the o button while pressing the shutter button halfway.
Shooting with Slow Synchro ¬ The flash will fire and when appears, the flash output will be retained. ¨ If you release your finger from the shutter button and press the o button, will disappear and the FE will unlock. Compose the scene and shoot.
Setting the Shutter Speed You can set the shutter to the speed at which you want to shoot. The camera will set the appropriate aperture value for the shutter speed you set. M stands for “Time value”. Set the mode dial to M. Make the setting.
Setting the Aperture Value You can set the aperture to a value at which you want to shoot. The camera will set the appropriate shutter speed for the aperture value you set. B stands for “Aperture value”, which refers to the size of the aperture opening inside the lens.
Setting the Shutter Speed and Aperture Value You can manually set the shutter speed and aperture to shoot images. D stands for “Manual”. Set the mode dial to D. Make the setting. ¨ Press the o button to choose the shutter speed or aperture value.
Correcting the Brightness and Shooting (i-Contrast) The camera can detect areas in the scene, such as faces or backgrounds, that are too bright or dark and automatically adjust them to the optimum brightness when shooting. Also, when the overall image is lacking in contrast, the camera will automatically correct the image for a sharper impression when shooting.
Red-Eye Correction You can automatically correct red-eye that occurs in images taken with the flash. Choose [Flash Settings]. ¨ Press the n button, choose [Flash Settings] from the 4 tab and press the m button. Make the setting. ¨ Press the op buttons or turn the  dial to choose [Red-Eye Corr.] and press the qr buttons to choose [On].
Adjusting the Flash Exposure Compensation Just like with exposure compensation (p. 70), you can adjust the exposure ±2 stops in 1/3-stop increments when using the flash. Choose ~. ¨ After pressing the m button, press the op buttons or turn the  dial to choose ~, then press the m button.
Adjusting the Flash Output In D mode, you can choose 3 levels of flash output. Set the camera to D mode. Choose the flash output. ¨ After pressing the m button, press the op buttons or turn the  dial to choose ~, then press the m button.
Changing the Color and Shooting You can change the look of an image when shooting. However, depending on shooting conditions the image may become coarse, or the colors may not come out as expected. Color Accent You can choose to retain a single color and change the rest to black and white in a composition.
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Changing the Color and Shooting Color Swap You can swap one color in an image for another when recording it. You can only swap one color. Choose Y. ¨ Follow Steps 1 – 2 on p. 55 to choose Y. Press the l button.
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Changing the Color and Shooting Specify the range of colors to be swapped. ¨ Press the op buttons or turn the  dial to adjust the range of colors affected. ¨ Choose a negative value to limit the range of colors. Choose a positive value to extend the range of colors to similar colors.
Shooting Stitch Assist Images Large subjects can be split into several shots that can later be merged together using the included software on a computer to create a panoramic image. Choose x or v. ¨ Follow Steps 1 – 2 on p. 55 to choose x or v.
Using Various Functions for Shooting Movies This chapter provides more advanced information than the “Shooting Movies” and “Viewing Movies” sections of Chapter 1. This chapter assumes that the mode dial is set to E. Compared to • shooting movies by pressing the movie button (p. 31), you can use various functions when shooting movies (pp.
Shooting Movies Enter E mode. ¨ Set the mode dial to E. Adjust the settings according to your purposes (pp. 102 – 105). Focus. ¨ Press the shutter button halfway to focus. ¬ When the camera focuses, it will beep twice and the indicator will light green.
1 hr. 58 min. 19 sec. 8 hrs. 4 min. 30 sec. • Based on Canon’s testing standards. • Recording will automatically stop when the clip file size reaches 4 GB, or when the recording time reaches approximately 29 min. 59 sec. when shooting in...
AE Lock/Exposure Shift You can lock the exposure or change it in 1/3 steps within a range of ±2 before shooting. Focus. ¨ Press the shutter button halfway to focus. Lock the exposure. ¨ After releasing the shutter button, press the r button to lock the exposure.
Other Shooting Functions The following functions can be used in the same way as for still images. Functions marked with a * can be used in the same way as for still images when in > or z. • Zooming in More Closely on Subjects (Digital Zoom) (p. 65) The sounds from zoom operation will be recorded.
Playback Functions The following functions can be used in the same way as for still images. • Erasing Images (p. 28) • Quickly Searching Images (p. 110) • Viewing Images in Filtered Playback (p. 111) • Viewing Slideshows (p. 113) •...
Editing You can trim the beginnings and ends of recorded movies in one-second increments. Choose *. ¨ In Step 3 on p. 33, choose * from the displayed movie control panel, then press the m button. ¬ The movie editing panel and the movie editing bar will appear.
Editing Save the edited movie. ¨ Press the op buttons to choose , then press the m button. ¨ Press the opqr buttons or turn the  dial to choose [New File], then press the m button. ¬ The movie will be saved as a new file. •...
Using Various Playback and Editing Functions This chapter explains various ways to play back and edit images. Press the 1 button to enter Playback mode before operating the camera. • • It may not be possible to play back or edit images that have been edited on a computer, had their file name changed, or have been taken on a different camera.
Quickly Searching Images Searching Images Using Index Display Displaying multiple images at a time lets you quickly find the image you want. Move the zoom lever toward g. ¬ Images will display in an index. ¨ Move the zoom lever toward g to increase the number of images.
Viewing Images in Filtered Playback Searching Images Using the Control Dial Turn the control dial to quickly search images. You can also jump by the shooting date (Scroll Display). Choose an image. ¨ If you set single image playback and turn the Â...
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Viewing Images in Filtered Playback View the filtered images. ¨ Press the op buttons or turn the  dial to choose a filter for playback, then press the m button (except for ¬ Filtered playback starts and a yellow frame appears.
Viewing Slideshows You can automatically play back images recorded to a memory card. Each image displays for approximately 3 seconds. Choose .. ¨ Press the m button to choose . in the ø menu, then press the m button again. Choose a transition effect.
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Viewing Slideshows Change the setting. You can set a slideshow to repeat, or change transition effects and the time that slideshow images are displayed. You can choose from six transition effects when switching between images. Choose [Slideshow]. ¨ Press the n button, choose [Slideshow] from the 1 tab and press the m button.
Checking the Focus You can magnify the area of a recorded image that was inside the AF Frame, or the area of a face that was detected, to check the focus. Press the l button, and switch to the focus check display (p. 44). ¬...
Magnifying Images Move the zoom lever toward k. ¨ The display will zoom in on the image and, if you continue to hold the zoom lever, it will continue to zoom in up to a maximum factor of 10x. ¨ If you press the opqr buttons, you can move the location of the displayed area.
Viewing Images on a TV Using the supplied stereo AV cable (p. 2), you can connect the camera to a TV to view images you have shot. Turn off the camera and TV. Connect the camera to the TV. ¨ Open the camera’s terminal cover and fully insert the cable plug into the camera’s terminal.
Viewing Images on a High-Definition TV Use the separately sold HDMI Cable HTC-100 to connect the camera to a high-definition TV for an enhanced viewing experience. Turn off the camera and TV. Connect the camera to the TV. ¨ Open the cover and fully insert the cable plug into the camera’s HDMI terminal.
Displaying Various Images (Smart Shuffle) The camera will choose four images based on the displayed image. If you choose one of those images, the camera will choose four more images letting you enjoy the playing back of images in an unexpected order. This will work best if you take many shots of various scenes.
Protecting Images You can protect important images so that they cannot be accidentally erased with the camera (pp. 28, 30, 123). Choose :. ¨ Press the m button to choose : in the ø menu, then press the m button again.
Protecting Images Choosing Images Individually Choose [Select]. ¨ Follow Step 2 on page 120 to choose [Select] and press the m button. ¨ Press the qr buttons or turn the  dial to choose the image and press the m button. ¬...
Protecting Images Choose the ending image. ¨ Press the r button, choose [Last image] and press the m button. Press the qr buttons or turn the  dial to ¨ choose the image and press the m button. ¨ You cannot choose images before the first image.
Erasing All Images You can erase all images at once. Since erased images cannot be recovered, exercise adequate caution before erasing. Protected images (p. 120) cannot be erased. Choose [Erase]. ¨ Press the n button, choose the 1 tab and [Erase], and press the m button. Choose a selection method.
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Erasing All Images Select Range Choose [Select Range]. ¨ Follow Step 2 on p. 123 to choose [Select Range] and press the m button. ¨ Follow Steps 2 and 3 on p. 121 to choose images. Erase the image. ¨ Press the op buttons to choose [Erase], then press the m button.
Organizing Images by Category (My Category) You can organize images into categories. You can display the images in a category in Filtered Playback (p. 111) and process all images at once by using the functions below. • Viewing Slideshows (p. 113), Protecting Images (p. 120), Erasing All Images (p.
Organizing Images by Category (My Category) Using the Menu Choose [My Category]. ¨ Press the n button, choose the 1 tab and [My Category], and press the m button. Make the setting. ¨ Press the op buttons or turn the  dial to choose a selection method, and press the m button.
Tagging Images as Favorites Select Range Choose [Select Range]. ¨ Follow Step 2 on p. 126 to choose [Select Range] and press the m button. ¨ Follow Steps 2 and 3 on pp. 121 122 to choose images. ¨ Press the op buttons, choose the item and press the qr buttons, or turn the Â...
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Tagging Images as Favorites Using the Menu Choose [Favorites]. ¨ Press the n button, choose the 1 tab and [Favorites], then press the m button. Make the setting. ¨ Press the qr buttons or turn the  dial to choose the image and press the m button.
Rotating Images You can change the orientation of an image and save it. Choose \. ¨ Press the m button to choose \ in the ø menu, then press the m button again. Rotate the image. ¨ Press the qr buttons to rotate the image 90°...
Resizing Images You can resize images to a lower pixel setting and save the resized image as a separate file. Choose [Resize]. ¨ Press the n button and choose the 1 tab, then choose [Resize] and press the m button. Choose an image.
Trimming You can cut out a portion of a recorded image and save it as a new image file. Choose [Trimming]. ¨ Press the n button, choose the 1 tab and [Trimming], then press the m button. Choose an image. Press he qr buttons or turn the Â...
Adding Effects with the My Colors Function You can change the color of an image and save it as a separate image. Refer to p. 77 for details on each menu item. Choose [My Colors]. ¨ Press the n button, choose the 1 tab and [My Colors], and press the m button.
Correcting the Brightness (i-Contrast) The camera can detect areas in an image, such as faces or backgrounds, that are too dark and automatically adjust them to the optimum brightness. Also, when the overall image is lacking in contrast, the camera will automatically correct the image for a sharper impression.
Correcting the Red-Eye Effect You can automatically correct red eyes in images and save them as new files. Choose [Red-Eye Correction]. ¨ Press the n button, choose the 1 tab and [Red-Eye Correction], then press the m button. Choose an image. ¨...
Printing This chapter explains how to choose images for printing, and print using a Canon-brand PictBridge capable printer (sold separately) (p. 40). Please also refer to the Personal Printing Guide. Canon-Brand PictBridge Compliant Printers SELPHY series PIXMA series...
Printing Images You can easily print the pictures you take by connecting the camera to a PictBridge compliant printer using the supplied interface cable (p. 2). Turn off the camera and printer. Connect the camera to the printer. ¨ Open the cover, and insert the small end of the plug firmly into the camera terminal in the direction shown.
After printing has completed, turn off the camera and printer, and unplug the interface cable. • Refer to the Personal Printing Guide for details on printing. • Refer to p. 40 for Canon-brand Pictbridge compliant printers. Index printing is not available with the CP710/CP510/CP500/CP400/CP330/ CP300/CP220/CP200 printers.
Printing from the Print List (DPOF) You can add images to the print list (DPOF) directly after shooting or during playback by pressing the c button. You can print from a print list simply by connecting your camera and printer. These selection methods comply with the DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) standards.
Printing from the Print List (DPOF) Print Added Images The following examples use the Canon SELPHY series printers. Number of copies to print Connect the camera to the printer. ¨ Follow Steps 1 – 4 on p. 136. Print images.
Choosing Images for Printing (DPOF) You can choose up to 998 images on a memory card for printing and specify settings such as the number of copies so that they can be printed together or processed at a photo developer service. These selection methods comply with the DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) standards.
Choosing Images for Printing (DPOF) • With [Index] chosen, the [Date] and [File No.] options cannot be set to [On] at the same time. • The date will be printed in he style set in the [Date/Time] function in the 3 tab (p.
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Choosing Images for Printing (DPOF) Choose Range Choose [Select Range]. ¨ In Step 1 on p. 141, choose [Select Range] and then press the m button. ¨ Choose images according to Steps 2 and 3 on pp. 121 – 122. Make print settings.
Customizing Camera Settings You can customize various settings to suit your shooting preferences. The first part of this chapter explains convenient and commonly used functions. The latter part explains how to change shooting and playback settings to suit your purposes.
Changing Camera Settings You can customize convenient and commonly used functions from the 3 tab (p. 47). Change Sounds You can change each of the camera's operation sounds. ¨ Choose [Sound Options], then press the m button. ¨ Press the op buttons or turn the  dial to choose an option.
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Changing Camera Settings Changing the Start-up Screen You can change the start-up image that appears on the screen when you turn on the camera. ¨ Choose [Start-up Image], then press the m button. ¨Press the qr buttons or turn the  dial to choose an option.
Changing Camera Settings Changing the File Number Assignment Images you shoot are automatically assigned file numbers in the order they were taken, from 0001 – 9999, and saved to folders of up to 2,000 images. You can change the file number assignment. ¨...
Changing Camera Settings Changing the Lens Retract Time For safety reasons, the lens retracts about 1 minute after pressing the 1 button when in a Shooting mode (p. 27). If you want the lens to retract immediately when you press the 1 button, set the retract time to [0 sec.]. ¨...
Changing Camera Settings Using the World Clock When traveling abroad, you can record images with local dates and times simply by switching the time zone setting. If you pre-register the destination time zones, you can enjoy the convenience of not having to switch the Date/ Time settings.
Changing Shooting Function Settings Changing Distance Units You can change the distance units that display in the zoom bar (p. 24) and the MF indicator (p. 87) from m/cm to ft/in. ¨ Choose [Distance Units], then press the qr buttons to choose [ft/in]. Changing Shooting Function Settings If you set the mode dial to G, you can change the settings in the 4 tab (p.
Changing Shooting Function Settings Turning Off the AF Assist Beam The lamp will automatically light to assist focusing in low light conditions when you press the shutter button halfway. You can turn off the lamp. ¨ Choose [AF-assist Beam], then press the qr buttons to choose [Off].
Changing Shooting Function Settings Changing the Way the Image Displays Right After Shooting You can change the way the image displays right after shooting. ¨ Choose [Review Info], then press the qr buttons to choose an option. Displays the image only. Displays detailed information Detailed (pp.
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Changing Shooting Function Settings Changing the IS-Mode Settings ¨ Choose [IS Mode], then press the qr buttons to choose an option. Image stabilization is always on. You can confirm the result directly Continuous on the display, which makes it easier to check the composition or focus.
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Changing Shooting Function Settings Registering Functions to the Movie Button If you register another commonly used function to the movie button, the button will act as a Shortcut button. ¨ Select [Set Movie button], then press the m button. ¨ Press the opqr buttons or turn the Â...
Changing Playback Function Settings You can adjust the settings in the 1 tab by pressing the 1 button (p. 47). Choosing the Image that First Displays in Playback ¨ Choose [Resume], then press the qr buttons to choose an option. Resumes with the image last Last seen viewed.
Useful Information This chapter introduces how to use the AC adapter kit (sold separately), troubleshooting tips, and contains lists of functions and items that appear on the screen. The index also appears at the end.
Using Household Power If you use AC Adapter Kit ACK-DC30 (sold separately), you can use the camera without worrying about how much charge is left in the battery. Turn off the camera. Insert the coupler. ¨ Open the cover (p. 17) and insert the coupler as shown until it locks into place with a click.
Using the Eye-Fi Card Before using an Eye-Fi card, be sure to check whether Eye-Fi card use is authorized in the country or territory of use (p. 16). When you put a prepared Eye-Fi card into the camera, you can automatically transfer your images wirelessly to a computer, or upload them to a web service.
Using the Eye-Fi Card Checking Connection Information You can check the Eye-Fi card's access point SSID, or connection status. Choose [Connection info]. ¨ Press the n button, then choose [Eye-Fi Settings] from the 3 tab, and press the m button. ¨...
Troubleshooting If you think there is a problem with the camera, first check the following. If the items below do not solve your problem, contact a Canon Customer Support Help Desk as listed on the included customer support list. Power You pressed the power button, but nothing happened.
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Troubleshooting Image is blurred. • Press the shutter button halfway to focus on the subject, then press fully to shoot (p. 23). • Shoot the subject within the focusing distance (pp. 26, 173). • Set the [AF-assist Beam] to [On] (p. 150). •...
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Troubleshooting Recording images to the memory card takes a long time, or continuous shooting slows down. • Perform a low-level format of the memory card in the camera (p. 51). You cannot make settings for shooting functions or in the FUNC. menu. •...
Memory card error (p. 51) • If the same message appears even when a formatted memory card is installed in the correct direction, contact a Canon Customer Support Help Desk (p. 17). Insufficient space on card • There is not enough free space on the memory card to shoot (pp. 24, 29, 31, 53, 69, 81, 101) or edit images (pp.
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If an error code appears directly after taking a picture, the shot may not have been recorded. Check the image in Playback mode. • If this error code reappears, note the Error number (Exx) and contact your Canon Customer Support Help Desk as there may be a problem with the camera.
Information Displayed on the Screen Shooting (Information Display) Battery Charge Indicator Self-Timer (pp. 68, 78, ISO Speed (p. 74) (p. 15) Image Area: Movies Camera Orientation Recording Pixels (p. 27) (Movies) (p. 103) White Balance (p. 75) Display Overlay (p. 151) Digital Zoom My Colors (p.
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Information Displayed on the Screen : Standard / : Held vertically When shooting, the camera detects if it is held vertically or horizontally, and adjusts settings accordingly for the best shot. It also detects orientation during playback, so you can hold the camera in either orientation and it will automatically rotate images for correct viewing.
Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode Shooting modes D B M Function Exposure Compensation (p. 70) — — — AE Lock (pp. 88, 104)/FE Lock (p. 88) — — — — Program Shift (p. 88) — — — — Focusing Range (p. 71) —...
Menus 4 Shooting Menu Shooting Mode D B M Function Face Detect AF Frame (p. 82) Center — — AF Frame Size (p. 83) Normal/Small — — — Standard Digital Zoom — (pp. 65, 66) Digital Tele-converter (1.7x/2.1x) — AF-Point Zoom (p. 83) On/Off —...
Menus 3 Set up Menu Item Options/Summary Ref. Page Mute On/Off p. 48 Volume Set all operation sounds (5 levels). p. 48 Sound Options Set the sounds for each camera operation. p. 144 Hints & Tips On*/Off p. 144 LCD Brightness Set within a range of ±2.
Menus 1 Playback Menu Item Options/Summary Ref. Page Slideshow Plays back images automatically. p. 113 Erase Erases images. p. 123 Protect Protects images. p. 120 Rotate Rotates images. p. 129 Favorites Tag or untag images as favorites. p. 127 My Category Categorizes images.
• Use a commercially available blower brush to remove dust from the lens. For stubborn dirt contact the closest Canon Customer Support Help Desk as listed on the customer support leaflet supplied with your camera. • When you move the camera rapidly from cold to hot temperatures, condensation may form on the internal or external surfaces of the camera.
Specifications Camera Effective Pixels..Approx. 14.1 million Image Sensor ......1/2 3-inch type CCD (Total number of pixels: Approx. 14 5 million) Lens ........5.0 (W) – 70 0 (T) mm 35mm film equivalent: 28 (W) – 392 (T) mm f/3.1 (W) – f/5.9 (T) Zoom Magnification .....Approx.
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Specifications Self-timer......Approx. 10-sec./Approx. 2-sec. delay, Custom Timer i-Contrast ......Auto/Off Recording Media....SD memory card, SDHC memory card, SDXC memory card, MultiMediaCard, MMCplus memory card, HC MMCplus memory card File Format......Design rule for Camera File system and DPOF compliant (version 1.1) Data Type ......Still images: Exif 2.2 (JPEG) Movies: MOV (Image data: H 264, Audio data: Linear PCM) (Stereo)
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Dimensions ......57.5 x 81.6 x 21.0 mm (2.26 x 3.21 x 0.83 in.) Weight........Approx. 65 g (2.29 oz.) (CB-2LX) Approx. 59 g (2.08 oz.) (CB-2LXE) (excluding power cord) • All data is based on tests by Canon. • Camera specifications or appearance are subject to change without notice.
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Index Self-Timer 10 second Self-Timer......68 Package Contents J Accessories Changing Delay and Number of Shots Panoramic Photos......100 ............79 Personal Printing Guide ......2 Two Second Self-Timer ....78 PictBridge........40, 135 Wink Self-Timer ........61 Playback Button ......27, 43 Sepia Tones .........
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Index Video J Movies Viewing (Playback) Images on a TV ......117 Index Display ........110 Magnified Display ......116 Single Image Playback ..... 27 Slideshow ........113 Viewing Images on a TV....117 White Balance........75 Wide (Recording Pixels) ....72, 73 Wink Self-Timer ........
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