Page 1 ENGLISH Camera User Guide Getting Started p. 9 Ensure that you read the Safety Precautions (pp. 252 – 261).
Page 2: Confirming The Package Contents
Lens Cap STV-250N NS-DC7 Wireless Controller Lithium Battery Lens Hood WL-DC300 (CR2025) for LH-DC50 Wireless Controller Canon Digital Camera Canon Warranty Solution Disk System Booklet User Guides • Canon Digital Camera • Getting Started Guide Manuals Disk A memory card is not included.
Page 3: Getting Started
Let’s Get Started! Let’s Get Started! This guide is divided into the following two sections. First... Getting Started p. 9 This section explains how to prepare the camera for use and the basics of shooting, viewing and printing images. Start out by familiarizing yourself with the camera and mastering the basics.
Page 4: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Table of Contents Items marked with a are lists or charts that summarize camera functions or procedures. Please Read ........7 Getting Started .
Page 5: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents h Using the Flash ....... 72 e Shooting Close-ups (Macro/Super Macro) ..73 Using the Self-Timer .
Page 6 Table of Contents Switching between Metering Modes ....139 Adjusting the Tone (White Balance) ....141 Shooting in a My Colors Mode.
Page 7: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Setting the World Clock ......220 Low Level Formatting Memory Cards ....223 Resetting the File Number .
Page 8 About this Guide About this Guide Symbol Conventions in this Guide hUsing the Flash Mode: Shooting ( Available Shooting Modes p. 299 Playback ( Raise the flash Some functions may not be available in certain shooting modes. If there is no notation to that effect, the function may be used in all modes. : This mark denotes issues that may affect the camera’s operation.
Page 9: Please Read
Please note that Canon Inc., its subsidiaries and affiliates, and its distributors are not liable for any consequential damages arising from any malfunction of a camera or accessory, including memory cards, that results in the failure of an image to be recorded or to be recorded in a way that is machine readable.
Page 10: Video Format
Please Read Camera Body Temperature If your camera is used for prolonged periods, the camera body may become warm. Please be aware of this and take care when operating the camera for an extended period. This is not a malfunction. About the LCD Monitor and Viewfinder The LCD monitor and viewfinder are produced with extremely high-precision manufacturing techniques.
Page 11: Getting Started
Getting Started Preparations Shooting Still Images Viewing Still Images Erasing Printing Shooting Movies Viewing Movies Downloading Images to a Computer System Map...
Page 12: Preparations
Preparations Preparations Installing the Batteries and Memory Card Slide the cover lock (a) and hold it open while sliding the cover (b) and opening it (c). Open the cover (c) Cover Lock Slide the cover in the direction shown (b) Install four batteries.
Page 13: Installing The Memory Card
Preparations To Remove the Batteries Open the cover and remove the batteries. Take care that you do not drop the batteries. Installing the Memory Card Slide the cover (a) and open it (b). Insert the memory card until it clicks into place. Front Write Protect Tab (only SD and SDHC...
Page 14: To Remove The Memory Card
Preparations Close the cover (c) and slide until it clicks (d). Ensure that the memory card is correctly oriented before inserting it in the camera. Inserting it backward may cause the camera to fail to recognize the memory card or to malfunction. To Remove the Memory Card Push the memory card with your finger until the memory card clicks and then release it.
Page 15: Opening The Lcd Monitor
Preparations Attaching the Neck Strap Pull the strap tight in the buckle so that it does not slip. Perform the same steps on the other side of the camera. You can also clip the lens cap to the strap. In order to avoid dropping the camera, we recommend attaching the neck strap before using the camera.
Page 16: Setting The Date And Time
Preparations Fold the LCD monitor back against the camera body until it clicks into place. When the LCD monitor clicks into place, the image will display normally (not reversed). Always keep the LCD monitor closed with the display facing the camera body when the camera is not in use.
Page 17: Setting The Display Language
Preparations To Change a Previously Set Date/Time Use the following procedures to display the Date/Time settings menu, and then perform Steps 2 and 3 on the previous page. Press the MENU button. Use the button to select the (Set up) menu. Use the button to select [Date/Time].
Page 18: Formatting Memory Cards
Preparations Formatting Memory Cards You should always format a new memory card or one from which you wish to erase all images and other data. ON/OFF Button Button Buttons MENU Button Please note that formatting (initializing) a memory card erases all data, including protected images (p.
Page 19: Shooting Still Images (A Mode)
Shooting Still Images Shooting Still Images Mode) Button Shutter Button ON/OFF Button Viewfinder Mode Dial Indicator Press the ON/OFF button. • The start-up sound will play and the start-up image will display in the LCD monitor. However, when switching to the viewfinder display and starting, the start-up image is not displayed and there is no startup sound.
Page 20: To Shoot Images In Focus
Shooting Still Images Press the shutter button fully (all the way) to shoot. • The shutter sound will play once and the image will record. • Movement of the camera or subject while the shutter sound is playing may result in blurred images. •...
Page 21: Viewing Still Images
Viewing Still Images Viewing Still Images Button Control Dial Buttons Press the (Playback) button. Use the button to display the image you wish to view. • Use the button to move to the previous image and the button to move to the next image. •...
Page 22: Erasing
Erasing Erasing Button Button Control Dial Buttons Button Press the (Playback) button. Use the button to select an image to erase and press the button. You can also select images by using the control dial. Confirm that [Erase] is selected and press the button.
Page 23: Printing
• See the printer’s user guide for connection instructions. • Since this camera uses a standard protocol (PictBridge), you can use it with other PictBridge-compliant printers in addition to Canon-brand printers. For details, see the Direct Print User Guide. Turn on the printer.
Page 24 Printing Use the button to select an image to print and press the button. • The button will blink blue and printing will start. • You can also select images by using the control dial. • After you finish printing, turn off the camera and the printer and disconnect the interface cable.
Page 25: Connect The Camera To The Printer
[Remove] and press the FUNC./SET button. Printing Images in a Print List This explanation is based on the use of a Canon SELPHY ES series or SELPHY CP series printer. Connect the camera to the printer. Print the image.
Page 26: Shooting Movies
Shooting Movies Shooting Movies No matter what position the mode dial is in, you can shoot movies just pressing the movie button. Sound can be recorded in stereo. Movie Button ON/OFF Button Microphone Press the ON/OFF button. Aim the camera at the subject. Do not touch the microphone while recording.
Page 27: To Stop Recording
Shooting Movies Press the movie button to shoot. • Recording starts. • During recording, the elapsed recording time and [ Rec.] will display in the LCD monitor. Elapsed Time Press the movie button again to stop recording. • The indicator will blink red and the data will be recorded onto the memory card.
Page 28: Viewing Movies
Viewing Movies Viewing Movies Button Button Buttons Control Dial Press the (Playback) button. Use the button to display a movie and press button. • Images with a icon are movies. • You can also select images by using the control dial. Use the button to select (Play) and press the...
Page 29: Downloading Images To A Computer
We recommend using the supplied software. Items to Prepare • Camera and computer • Canon Digital Camera Solution Disk supplied with the camera • Interface cable supplied with the camera System Requirements Please install the software on a computer meeting the following minimum requirements.
Page 30: Installing The Software
1,024 × 768 pixels/ 32,000 Colors or better Preparing to Download Images Installing the software. Windows 1. Place the Canon Digital Camera Solution Disk in the computer’s CD-ROM drive. 2. Click [Easy Installation]. Follow the onscreen messages to proceed with the installation.
Page 31: Connecting The Camera To A Computer
Downloading Images to a Computer Macintosh Double-click the icon in the CD- ROM window. When the installer panel appears, click [Install]. Follow the onscreen instructions to proceed. Connecting the camera to a computer. 1. Connect the supplied interface cable to the computer’s USB port and to the camera’s DIGITAL terminal.
Page 32 Open CameraWindow. Windows Select [Canon CameraWindow] and click [OK]. If the window above does not appear, click the [Start] menu and select [All Programs] or [Programs], followed by [Canon Utilities], [CameraWindow], [CameraWindow] and [CameraWindow]. CameraWindow appears. Macintosh CameraWindow will appear when you establish a connection between the camera and computer.
Page 33: Direct Transfer
Downloading Images to a Computer Downloading Images Using the Camera (Direct Transfer) Use this method to download images using camera operations. Install the software before downloading images via the direct transfer method for the first time 28). Button Button Buttons MENU Button Confirm that the Direct Transfer menu is displayed on the camera’s LCD monitor.
Page 34: The Button
Downloading Images to a Computer You can also use the following options in the Direct Transfer menu to set the method for downloading images. All Images Transfers and saves all images to the computer. Transfers and saves to the computer only the New Images images that have not been previously transferred.
Page 35 Downloading Images to a Computer Use the button to select images to download and press the button. • The images will download. The button will blink blue while downloading is in progress. Press the MENU button after downloading finishes. • You will return to the Direct Transfer menu. Only JPEG images can be downloaded as wallpaper for a computer.
Page 36: System Map
Neck Strap NS-DC7 Lens Cap Stereo Video Cable STV-250N* Wireless Controller WL-DC300 AA-size Alkaline Batteries (×4) Canon Digital Camera Solution Disk Lithium Battery (CR2025) for Wireless Controller Battery and Charger Kit Compact Power Adapter CBK4-300 * CA-PS700 Battery Charger CB-5AH/...
Page 37 System Map Canon Brand Direct Print Compatible Printers Compact Photo Printers* Memory Card (SELPHY series) USB Card Reader Inkjet Printers* HDMI Cable High-Definition TV HTC-100 Video IN Terminal USB Port Windows/Macintosh TV/Video Audio IN Terminal (R/L) *1 Also available for purchase separately.
Page 38: Power Supplies
Some accessories are not sold in some regions, or may no longer be available. Flash • EX-Series Speedlites Speedlites for Canon EOS models. Subjects are optimally illuminated for crisp, natural images. • Speedlite 220EX/430EX II*/580EX II* * Speedlite 430EX and 580EX may also be used.
Page 39: Other Accessories
System Map Other Accessories • Interface Cable IFC-400PCU Use this cable to connect the camera to a computer, Compact Photo Printer (SELPHY series), or to an inkjet printer*. * Refer to your inkjet printer user guide. • Stereo Video Cable STV-250N Use this cable to connect the camera to a TV set.
Page 40: Direct Print Compatible Printers
Use of genuine Canon accessories is recommended. This product is designed to achieve excellent performance when used with genuine Canon accessories. Canon shall not be liable for any damage to this product and/or accidents such as fire, etc., caused by the malfunction of non-genuine Canon accessories (e.g., a leakage and/or explosion of a battery pack).
Page 41: Learning More
Learning More...
Page 42: Components Guide
Components Guide Front View Zoom Lever (pp. 158) Shooting: (Wide Angle)/ (Telephoto) Playback: (Index)/ (Magnify) Shutter Button (p. 17) Strap Mount (p. 13) ON/OFF Button/Power Lamp (pp. Remote Sensor (p. 262) Flash (p. 72) Microphone (pp. 24, 196, 197) Speaker Lamp (AF Assist Beam: 55, Red-Eye Reduction Lamp: 113,...
Page 43: Back View
Back View Screen (LCD Monitor) (p. 62) Viewfinder (p. 62) HDMI OUT Mini Terminal (p. 233) DIGITAL Terminal (pp. DC IN (Power Input) Terminal (p. 269) A/V OUT (Audio/Video Output) Terminal (p. 231) Terminal Cover Memory Card Slot Cover (p. 11) Battery Cover (p.
Page 44 Controls (Print/Share) Button (pp. 21, 31, 154) (Flash)/ (Microphone) Button (pp. 72, 196, 197) (Aspect Ratio) Button (p. 80) Diopter Adjustment Dial (p. 63) Hot Shoe (p. 270) Movie Button (pp. Mode Dial (pp. 17, 24, (Playback) Button (pp. (Exposure)/ (Jump) Button (pp.
Page 45: Using The Control Dial
Using the Control Dial Turning the control dial counterclockwise is equivalent to pressing the button, while turning the control dial clockwise is equivalent to pressing the button (it is equivalent to pressing the button with some functions). You can perform the following operations when you turn the control dial.
Page 46: Using The 1 Button
Using the 1 Button button can turn the camera on/off and switch between the shooting/playback modes. Shutter Button ON/OFF Button Button Turning Shooting Mode the Camera Off Press the ON/OFF button Press the Press the shutter Press Press ON/OFF button button halfway button button...
Page 47: Power Lamp And Indicator
Power Lamp and Indicator The power lamp and the indicator on the back of the camera will light or blink under the following conditions. • Power Lamp Orange : Shooting mode Green : Playback mode/Printer connection Yellow : Computer connection •...
Page 48: Displaying The Clock
Displaying the Clock You can display the current date and time for a 5-second* interval using the following two methods. * Default setting. Hold the FUNC./SET button down while turning on the power. In a shooting/playback mode, hold the FUNC./SET button down for more than one second.
Page 49: Basic Operations
Basic Operations Menus and Settings Settings for the shooting or playback modes or such camera settings as the print settings, date/time and sounds are set using the FUNC. menu or the Rec., Play, Print, Set up, My Camera or My Menu menus. FUNC.
Page 50: Menu Button
Rec., Play, Print, Set up, My Camera and My Menu (MENU Button) Convenient settings for shooting, playback or printing can be set with these menus. (Set up) Menu (My Camera) Menu (Rec.) Menu (My Menu) Menu You can switch between menus with button.
Page 51: Information Displayed On The Lcd Monitor (Viewfinder) And Menus
Information Displayed on the LCD Monitor (Viewfinder) and Menus Available Shooting Modes p. 299 Shooting Mode Battery Charge Indicator Histogram (p. 52) Spot AE Point Frame/ AF Frame Av/Tv bar Remaining Time/ Elapsed Time (Movies) * Camera Shake ( Buffer Warning* (p.
Page 52 Information Displayed Setting Method Macro ( )/Super Macro ( button Drive Mode button Manual Focus ( MF button Create Folder ( MENU button (Set up menu) Exposure Compensation button … Exposure Shift Bar ( button Grid Lines, 3:2 Guide MENU button (Rec. menu) AE Lock/FE Lock button *1 This is not normally displayed.
Page 53 Playback Mode (Detailed) Battery Charge Indicator Displayed image number/ Total number of images Folder Number-File Number Shooting information File Size Histogram Recording Pixels (Stills)/ Recording Length (Movies) Shooting Date/Time Information Displayed Setting Method Print List button, MENU button (Print menu) (Playback) i-Contrast/ Red-Eye Correction/Trimming/Resize/ MENU button (Play menu)
Page 54: Histogram Function
Information for images shot with other cameras may not display correctly. Overexposure Warning In the following cases, overexposed portions of the image blink. - When reviewing an image right after shooting in the LCD monitor (detailed display) or the viewfinder (detailed display).
Page 55 Settings using the , MF, button Reference Menu Item Options Page Flash p. 72 … Exposure Compensation p. 136 Macro/Super Macro p. 73 Manual Focus p. 129 ISO Speed p. 86 Drive Mode 75, 110, will also display in movie mode.) FUNC.
Page 56 Rec. Menu * Default setting Summary/ Menu Item Options Reference Page AF Frame Face Detect*/Center p. 120 FlexiZone*/Face Detect) AF-Point Zoom On/Off* p. 115 Servo AF On/Off* p. 126 AF Mode Continuous*/Single p. 119 Digital Zoom Standard*/Off/2.3x p. 68 16:9 Standard*/Off/2.0x Flash Control Flash Mode...
Page 57 Summary/ Menu Item Options Reference Page MF-Point Zoom On*/Off p. 129 Safety MF On*/Off p. 130 AF-assist Beam On*/Off p. 40 Review Off/2* – 10 seconds/Hold You can set the (Rec. Review) length of time images display after being shot 18).
Page 58: Play Menu
Play Menu Reference Menu Item Page Slide Show p. 179 My Category p. 164 Erase p. 203 Protect p. 199 i-Contrast p. 190 Red-Eye Correction p. 185 Trimming p. 167 Resize p. 194 My Colors p. 192 Sound Recorder p. 197 Rotate p.
Page 59: Print Menu
Print Menu Reference Menu Item Options Page Print Displays the print menu. – Select Images & Configures print settings for individual Qty. images as you view them. Select Range Selects a range of sequential images and makes print settings for all the images in that range.
Page 60: Set Up Menu
Set up Menu * Default setting Menu Item Options Summary/Reference Page Mute On/Off Set to [On] to silence all operation sounds (except for when the battery or memory card slot cover is opened during recording). Volume Off/ 1 / 2*/ 3 / 4 / 5 Adjusts the volume of the start-up sound, operation sound, self- timer sound, shutter sound and...
Page 61 Menu Item Options Summary/Reference Page LCD Brightness (Normal)*/ Adjusts the brightness for the (Bright) LCD monitor and viewfinder separately. (Display the location you wish to adjust the brightness for, and then configure the settings.) Power Saving Auto Power On*/Off Down p.
Page 62 The connection method with the printer can be changed. Although it is normally not necessary to change the setting, select when printing the following types of images using the Canon compact photo printer SELPHY CP750/CP740/CP730/CP720/CP710/ CP510/CP520/CP530. • When printing a movie •...
Page 63: My Camera Menu
My Camera Menu * Default setting Reference Menu Item Options Page Theme Selects a common theme for each My Camera settings item. Start-up Image Sets the image displayed when the camera power is turned on. Start-up Sets the sound played when the Sound camera power is turned on.
Page 64: The Lcd Monitor And Viewfinder Display
The LCD Monitor and Viewfinder Display Switching LCD Monitor Display Modes Each press of the DISP. button, changes the display mode of the LCD monitor or the viewfinder. Also, closing the LCD monitor causes the viewfinder to display. See Information Displayed on the LCD Monitor (Viewfinder) and Menus for details 49).
Page 65 Playback Mode or Rec. Review (Right After Shooting) No Information Standard Display* * Playback mode only Focus Check* Detailed Display * Still image only The LCD monitor will not switch to the detailed display or focus check display in magnified display 158), or index playback mode 159).
Page 66 Night Display When shooting at dusk or during the evening when the dark surroundings make it difficult to view the LCD monitor or the viewfinder, the camera’s “night view” option displays the subject brightly in the LCD monitor. This will allow you to compose a shot even in dark environments (this setting cannot be turned off).
Page 67: Customizing Display Information
Customizing Display Information Available Shooting Modes p. 299 You can select which LCD monitor or viewfinder display modes are enabled when the DISP. button is pressed, as well as select which of the following information is displayed in each mode. LCD/Viewfinder Select whether to enable or disable each of the display modes for the LCD (...
Page 68 Select [LCD/ Viewfinder Viewfinder]. LCD monitor 1. Use the button to select • Sets LCD monitor display mode after the DISP. button is pressed. Current active display • If you do not wish to change the display mode, press the FUNC./SET button to display •...
Page 69: Commonly Used Shooting Functions
Commonly Used Shooting Functions You can also use the control dial to select shooting modes or FUNC. menu options. See Using the Optical Zoom The zoom can be adjusted from 28 (W) – 560 (T) mm (aspect ratio 4:3) and 29 (W) – 580 (T) mm (aspect ratio 16:9) focal length in 35mm film equivalent terms.
Page 70: Using The Digital Zoom/Digital Tele-Converter
Using the Digital Zoom/ Digital Tele-Converter Available Shooting Modes p. 299 You can combine digital zoom with optical zoom when shooting. The available shooting characteristics and focal lengths (35mm film equivalent) are as follows. The options available for selection vary depending on the aspect ratio setting 80).
Page 71 About the Safety Zoom Depending on the number of recording pixels set, you can shift from optical zoom to digital zoom without pausing up to a factor where the image quality does not deteriorate (Safety Zoom). displays when reaching the maximum zoom factor without image deterioration. Pressing the zoom lever toward again allows you to zoom even further (not available during movie shooting.).
Page 72: Shooting With The Digital Zoom
Shooting with the Digital Zoom Select [Digital Zoom]. 1. Press the MENU button. 2. In the menu, use the button to select [Digital Zoom]. Make settings. 1. Use the button to select [Standard]. 2. Press the MENU button. Press the zoom lever toward and shoot.
Page 73 Shooting with the Digital Tele-Converter The digital tele-converter feature uses digital zoom to achieve the effects of a tele-converter (a lens used in telephoto shooting). Select [Digital Zoom]. 1. Press the MENU button. 2. In the menu, use the button to select [Digital Zoom].
Page 74: Using The Flash
hUsing the Flash Available Shooting Modes p. 299 Raise the flash manually. Press the button. 1. Use the button to change the flash mode. : [Auto] : [On] • You can configure detailed settings for the flash when you press the MENU button while this screen is displayed 112).
Page 75: Shooting Close-Ups (Macro/Super Macro)
e Shooting Close-ups (Macro/Super Macro) Available Shooting Modes p. 299 Use this mode to shoot close-ups of flowers or small items. Super Macro mode allows even closer shooting of the subject than Macro mode, magnifying the subject further. In addition, the background can be shot with different effects than when shooting in Macro mode.
Page 76 Focusing distance and image area when shooting as close to the subject as possible When shooting as close to the subject as possible Focusing Zoom level Distance between distance Image area end of lens and subject 155 × 113 mm (6.1 ×...
Page 77: Using The Self-Timer
Using the Self-Timer Available Shooting Modes p. 299 You can set the time delay and the number of shots you wish to take in advance. Shoots 10 seconds after you press the shutter button. • 2 seconds before the shutter releases, the self-timer lamp 10 sec.
Page 78 Select [Drive Settings]. 1. Press the MENU button. 2. In the menu, use the button to select [Drive Settings]. 3. Press the button. Make settings. 1. Use the button to select [Self-Timer]. 2. Use the button to set. 3. Press the button.
Page 79: Changing The Delay Time And Number Of Shots
Changing the Delay Time and Number of Shots ( Select [Drive Settings]. 1. Press the MENU button. 2. In the menu, use the button to select [Drive Settings]. 3. Press the button. Make settings. 1. Use the to select [Self-Timer], and the button to select 2.
Page 80 (Using the FaceSelf-Timer) Select 1. Press the button. 2. Use the button to select Set the number of shots. 1. Press the MENU button. 2. In the menu, use the button to select [Drive Settings]. 3. Press the button. 4. Use the button to select [FaceSelf-Timer].
Page 81 Press the shutter button fully to shoot. • The camera prepares to shoot, and the “Look straight at camera to start count down” message appears. • The self-timer lamp will blink and self-timer sound will beep. Have the other subject enter the composition and face the camera.
Page 82: Changing The Aspect Ratio
Changing the Aspect Ratio Available Shooting Modes p. 299 You can change the aspect ratio for images while shooting. When you select the 16:9 aspect ratio, you can shoot images in a size that is suited for playback on a high-definition TV or printing on wide size paper.
Page 83: Changing The Recording Pixels (Still Images)
Changing the Recording Pixels (Still Images) Available Shooting Modes p. 299 The recording pixels available for selection vary depending on the aspect ratio setting. Set the aspect ratio. • Changing the Aspect Ratio (p. 80) Select the recording pixels. 1. Press the button.
Page 84 Approximate Values for Recording Pixels Aspect Recording Pixels Purpose * Ratio High Printing to about A2 size 10M 3648 × 2736 (Approx. 420 × 594 mm Large (16.5 × 23.4 in.)) Printing to about A3 size 6M 2816 × 2112 (Approx.
Page 85: Changing The Compression (Still Images)
Changing the Compression (Still Images) Available Shooting Modes p. 299 Select a compression setting. 1. Press the button. 2. Use the button to select and the button to change the option. 3. Press the button. Approximate Values for Compression Settings Compression Purpose Superfine...
Page 86: Setting The Image Stabilizer Function
Setting the Image Stabilizer Function Available Shooting Modes p. 299 The lens-shift type image stabilizer function allows you to minimize the camera shake effect (blurred images) when you shoot distant subjects that have been magnified or when you shoot in dark conditions without a flash.
Page 87 Make settings. 1. Use the button to select the image stabilizer settings. 2. Press the MENU button. Camera shake may not be fully corrected when shooting with slow shutter speeds. Use the Auto ISO Shift 87), or fix the camera to a tripod. When you shoot still images with the camera attached to a tripod, we recommend you set [IS Mode] to [Off].
Page 88: Adjusting The Iso Speed
} Adjusting the ISO Speed Available Shooting Modes p. 299 Raise the ISO speed to use a fast shutter speed when you wish to reduce the effects of camera shake or avoid blurry subjects, or to turn the flash off when shooting in a dark area. Select an ISO Speed.
Page 89: Reducing Camera Shake When Shooting (Auto Iso Shift)
Reducing Camera Shake When Shooting (Auto ISO Shift) Available Shooting Modes p. 299 When the camera shake warning icon ( ) appears during shooting, this function allows you to increase ISO speed and to shoot at a shutter speed which minimizes the effects of camera shake by pressing the button.
Page 90 Press the shutter button halfway. • When is displayed, the button lights in blue. Press and hold the shutter button halfway, then press the button. • The ISO speed after adjustment is displayed. • While pressing the shutter button halfway, pressing the button again will return the ISO speed to its original condition.
Page 91: Shooting Using The Mode Dial
Shooting Using the Mode Dial Mode Dial Creative zone Image zone The camera automatically selects settings. : Auto (p. 17) Image Zone When a shooting mode appropriate for the shooting conditions is selected, the camera automatically adjusts settings for optimal shooting 97).
Page 92: E Movie Shooting
Movie Shooting Available Shooting Modes p. 299 Regardless of the mode dial position, you can shoot movies* by just pressing the Movie button, until the memory card is full. You can also shoot movies while using effects such as Color Accent, Color Swap, and My Colors.
Page 93 Press the Movie button to shoot. • Pressing the Movie button starts recording video and sound simultaneously. • During shooting, the recording time and [ Rec] appear on the LCD monitor (or the viewfinder). • The camera continues to focus while shooting (when the aspect ratio is set to 4:3 and a face is detected, the camera will focus on that face).
Page 94 You can perform the following operations when shooting a movie (you can also set them before shooting when the mode dial is set to - AF lock: If you press the MF button, auto focus will be fixed at the current state. The icon and MF indicator appear on the LCD monitor (or the viewfinder), and you can confirm the distance between the subject and lens.
Page 95 Changing Movie Recording Pixels (Aspect Ratio 4:3) Recording Pixels Frame Rates 640 × 480 30 frames/sec. 320 × 240 30 frames/sec. Select the recording pixels. 1. Press the button. 2. Use the button to select and the button to change the option.
Page 96 Shooting Still Images while Shooting a Movie You can shoot a high quality still image* while shooting a movie. * The recording pixels and compression will be the same as those for still images of the selected aspect ratio. However, when shooting in RAW mode, the image will be recorded in (Large, Fine).
Page 97: Setting The Recording Functions
Setting the Recording Functions Available Shooting Modes p. 299 The microphone level (sound recording level) for movie, sound memos (p. 196) and sound recorder 197), and Wind Filter (p. 197) can be set. Select [Audio]. 1. Press the MENU button. 2.
Page 98 Set the wind filter. 1. Use the button to select [Wind Filter]. 2. Use the button to select [On] or [Off]. 3. Press the MENU button. • Recommended to set to [On] when the wind is strong. • When set to [On], displays in the LCD monitor (or the viewfinder).
Page 99: Shooting Modes For Specific Scenes
Shooting Modes for Specific Scenes Available Shooting Modes p. 299 When a shooting mode appropriate for the shooting conditions is selected, the camera automatically adjusts settings for optimal shooting. (Special Scene) Set the mode dial to mode 1. Use the control dial to select the scene mode.
Page 100 Night Snapshot Allows you to take snapshots of people against twilight or night backgrounds by reducing the effects of camera shake when firmly holding the camera, even without using a tripod. Sports Shoots continuous images with autofocus. Well suited for shooting moving subjects. Night Scene Allows you to capture people against the backdrop of an evening sky or night scene.
Page 101 Snow Shoots without a blue tinge and without making people appear dark against a snowy background. Beach Shoots without making people appear dark near water or sand where reflected sunlight is strong. Fireworks Captures fireworks in the sky sharply and at optimal exposure.
Page 102 ISO 3200 Selects the highest possible ISO speed (3200, twice the ISO 1600 speed) and increases the shutter speed to minimize blurring of moving subjects and camera shake, even in low light conditions. Recording pixels are fixed at in the aspect ratio 16:9 mode).
Page 103: Program Ae
Program AE Available Shooting Modes p. 299 The camera automatically sets the shutter speed and aperture value to match the brightness of the scene. You can set the ISO speed, exposure compensation and white balance. Set the mode dial to Shoot.
Page 104: M Setting The Shutter Speed
Setting the Shutter Speed Available Shooting Modes p. 299 When you set the shutter speed, the camera automatically selects an aperture value to match the brightness of the subject. Faster shutter speeds allow you to catch an instantaneous image of a moving subject, while slower speeds create a flowing effect and allow you to shoot without a flash in dark areas.
Page 105: Safety Shift
The shutter speed, zoom and aperture value have the following relationship. Aperture Value Shutter Speed (seconds) f/2.8 – 3.2 1 – 1/1600 f/3.5 1 – 1/2000 Maximum Wide Angle f/4.0 – 7.1 1 – 1/2500 f/8.0 1 – 1/3200 f/5.7 – 6.3 1 –...
Page 106: B Setting The Aperture
Setting the Aperture Available Shooting Modes p. 299 The aperture adjusts the amount of light entering through the lens. When you set the aperture value, the camera automatically selects a shutter speed to match the brightness. Selecting a lower aperture value (opening the aperture) allows you to blur the background and create a beautiful portrait.
Page 107 The maximum shutter speed with synchronized flash is 1/500 second*. Therefore, even if an aperture value is preset, the aperture value may automatically be reset to match the synchronized flash speed. * When using an external flash, see 271, 272. Aperture Value Display The larger the aperture value, the smaller the lens opening, allowing less light to enter the camera.
Page 108: D Manually Setting The Shutter Speed And Aperture
Manually Setting the Shutter Speed and Aperture Available Shooting Modes p. 299 You can manually set the shutter speed and aperture to shoot images. Set the mode dial to Configure the shutter speed and aperture setting. 1. Press the button to select the shutter speed or aperture value.
Page 109 Shoot. • The current exposure level appears on the lower side of the exposure level indicator, while the correct exposure level appears in the center on the left side of the indicator (if Current Exposure the difference is more than ±2 Level stops, the current exposure Exposure Level...
Page 110: L Shooting Panoramic Images (Stitch Assist)
Shooting Panoramic Images (Stitch Assist) Available Shooting Modes p. 299 Stitch Assist can be used to shoot overlapping images that can later be merged (stitched) to create one panoramic image on a computer. The overlapping seams of several adjacent images can be joined into a single panoramic image.
Page 111 Shoot the first frame of the sequence. • The exposure and white balance are set and locked with the first image. Compose the second image so that it overlaps a portion of the first and shoot. • You can press the button to return to the previously recorded image to retake the shot.
Page 112: Various Shooting Methods
Various Shooting Methods You can also use the control dial to select shooting modes or FUNC. menu options. See Continuous Shooting Available Shooting Modes p. 299 The camera shoots continuously while the shutter button is held down. Focus Display on while the LCD shooting...
Page 113 Shoot. • The camera will continue to record successive images while the shutter button is held down. Recording will cease when the shutter button is released. To Cancel Continuous Shooting: Follow Step 1 to display When in will be the default setting. cannot be set.
Page 114: Setting The Flash
Setting the Flash Available Shooting Modes p. 299 You can make detailed built-in flash and external flash* settings to fit the shooting conditions. * See Setting the Externally Mounted Flash 273). Built-in Flash Settings Menu Item Summary Note Flash Mode When set to [Manual], you can –...
Page 115 Menu Item Summary Note Slow Synchro The flash timing is adjusted to slow Using Slow Synchro shutter speeds. This reduces the increases the chance that only the background chances for camera will appear dark when a night scene shake. Use of a tripod or an interior shot is taken.
Page 116 Displaying and Setting [Flash Control] Select [Flash Control]. 1. Press the MENU button. 2. In the menu, use the button to select [Flash Control]. 3. Press the button. • [Flash Control] can also be displayed by the following methods. - Press the button for more than one second.
Page 117: Checking The Focus And People's Expressions
Checking the Focus and People’s Expressions Available Shooting Modes p. 299 You can zoom the display of the AF frame to check focus when shooting or right after taking a shot. Zooming the AF Frame and Shooting The AF frame area can be zoomed to check focus while shooting. When you want to capture people’s expressions, set [AF Frame] to [Face Detect].
Page 118 Press the shutter button halfway. • Pressing the shutter button halfway zooms a section of the display according to the following AF Frame mode settings 120). [Face Detect] : The face detected as the main subject will appear zoomed. [Center] : The center of the image will appear zoomed in the LCD monitor.
Page 119 Checking Focus Right After Shooting (Focus Check) Allows you to check the focus of an image taken. It is also easy to check people’s expressions and look for closed eyes when shooting because a frame the size of the face displays when Face Select and Track (p.
Page 120 Shoot. • The recorded image will be displayed. Orange frame contents • Frames are displayed as follows. Frame color Content Orange Displays the area of the image shown at the bottom right. White Indicates the AF frames or the positions of faces that were focused when shooting.
Page 121: Switching Between Focus Settings
Switching between Focus Settings Available Shooting Modes p. 299 You can set the AF mode. The camera is continually focusing on whatever it is aimed at Continuous even when the shutter button is not pressed, allowing you to shoot without missing opportunities. The camera only focuses when the shutter button is pressed Single halfway, conserving battery power.
Page 122: Selecting An Af Frame Mode
Selecting an AF Frame Mode Available Shooting Modes p. 299 The AF frame indicates the area of the composition on which the camera focuses. The camera detects a face and sets the focus, exposure* and white balance* . In addition, the camera meters the subject so that the face is Face Detect correctly illuminated when the flash fires.
Page 123 The AF frame appears as follows when the shutter button is pressed halfway. - Green: Shooting preparations complete - Yellow: Focusing difficulty ([Center] or [FlexiZone] option) - No AF frame: Focusing difficulty ([Face Detect] option) Face Detect Feature When the camera detects faces, AF frames will be displayed on a maximum of three faces.
Page 124 Moving the AF Frame ([FlexiZone] Selected) The AF frame can be moved manually allowing you to focus precisely on the desired area of your subject. Press the button. • The AF frame will display in green. Move the AF frame using the control dial and press the button.
Page 125 Changing the AF Frame Size ([FlexiZone] selected) You can change the size of the AF frame to match the size of the subject. When your target subject is small or when you want to focus on a specific portion of the subject, you can decrease the size of the AF frame to shrink the area of focus.
Page 126: Selecting A Subject To Focus On (Face Select And Track)
Selecting a Subject to Focus On (Face Select and Track) Available Shooting Modes p. 299 Once the focus is fixed to a subject’s face, the frame can be set to follow the subject within a certain range. Set the AF frame mode to [Face Detect] in advance 120).
Page 127 3. Press the button again. • The camera exits face designation mode, and the face frame ) of the main subject will change to white (the frame will continue to follow the subject within a certain range). • Holding the button pressed will release the face detection mode.
Page 128: Shooting With Servo Af
Shooting with Servo AF Available Shooting Modes p. 299 With Servo AF, the focus remains on a subject for as long as the shutter button is pressed halfway, so you do not miss opportunities to capture a moving subject. Select [Servo AF]. 1.
Page 129: Shooting Hard-To-Focus Subjects (Focus Lock, Af Lock, Manual Focus, Safety Mf)
Shooting Hard-to-Focus Subjects (Focus Lock, AF Lock, Manual Focus, Safety MF) Available Shooting Modes p. 299 It may be difficult to focus on the following types of subjects. • Subjects with extremely low contrast to the surroundings • Scenes with a mixture of near and far subjects •...
Page 130 Re-aim the camera to compose the shot as desired and shoot. To Release the AF Lock: Press the MF button. When [Servo AF] (p. 126) is set to [On], AF lock cannot be used. mode, you cannot enable AF lock using the method 127.
Page 131: Shooting In Manual Focus Mode
Shooting in Manual Focus Mode The focus can be manually set. Press the MF button to MF Indicator display • The MF indicator is displayed. • When the menu’s [MF- Point Zoom] is set to [On], the portion of the image in the AF frame will appear magnified*.
Page 132 Use the control dial and adjust the focus. • The MF indicator shows approximate figures. Use them as a shooting guideline only. To Cancel the Manual Focus: Press the MF button. You cannot change the AF frame setting while focusing manually.
Page 133 Setting the Safety MF Select [Safety MF]. 1. Press the MENU button. 2. In the menu, use the button to select [Safety MF]. Make settings. 1. Use the button to select [On]. 2. Press the MENU button. Focus the camera with the manual focus, then press the shutter button halfway.
Page 134: Focus Bracketing (Focus-Bkt Mode)
Focus Bracketing (Focus-BKT Mode) Available Shooting Modes p. 299 The camera automatically takes three shots: one at the manual focus position, and one each with focus positions preset farther and nearer. The three shots are taken at the same interval as continuous shooting 110).
Page 135: Locking The Exposure Setting (Ae Lock)
Locking the Exposure Setting (AE Lock) Available Shooting Modes p. 299 You can set the exposure and focus separately. This is effective when the contrast is too strong between the subject and background or when a subject is backlit. Confirm that the flash is lowered. •...
Page 136 Changing the Shutter Speed and Aperture Value Combination The automatically selected combinations of shutter speeds and aperture values can be freely changed without altering the exposure to shoot images (Program Shift). Aim the camera at the subject on which you wish to lock the exposure.
Page 137: Locking The Flash Exposure Setting (Fe Lock)
Locking the Flash Exposure Setting (FE Lock) Available Shooting Modes p. 299 You can lock the flash exposure so that the exposure settings are correctly set regardless of the composition of your subject. Raise the flash. mode press the button and select (flash on).
Page 138: Adjusting The Exposure Compensation
b Adjusting the Exposure Compensation Available Shooting Modes p. 299 Adjust the exposure compensation to a positive value to avoid making the subject too dark when it is backlit or shot against a bright background. Adjust the exposure compensation to a negative value to avoid making the subject too bright in night shots or when shot against a dark background.
Page 139: Shooting While Brightening Dark Areas (I-Contrast)
In movie mode, the exposure shift can be set/canceled 92). Shooting while Brightening Dark Areas (i-Contrast) Available Shooting Modes p. 299 When shooting scenes in which faces or subjects appear darkened, you can set the camera to automatically detect faces and dark areas and compensate brightness levels while shooting.
Page 140: Auto Exposure Bracketing (Aeb Mode)
Auto Exposure Bracketing (AEB Mode) Available Shooting Modes p. 299 In this mode, the camera automatically changes the exposure within a set range to take three shots at the same interval as continuous shooting 110). The images are shot in the following order: Standard exposure, underexposure and overexposure.
Page 141: Switching Between Metering Modes
Switching between Metering Modes Available Shooting Modes p. 299 Appropriate for standard shooting conditions, including backlit scenes. The camera divides images into several zones for metering. It Evaluative evaluates complex lighting conditions, such as the position of the subject, the brightness, the direct light, and the backlighting, and adjusts the settings to the correct exposure for the main subject.
Page 142 Moving the Spot AE Point to the AF Frame/ Centering the Spot AE Point Select [FlexiZone]. 1. Press the MENU button. 2. In the menu, use the button to select [AF Frame]. 3. Use the button to select [FlexiZone]. Select [Spot AE Point].
Page 143: Adjusting The Tone (White Balance)
Adjusting the Tone (White Balance) Available Shooting Modes p. 299 Normally, the (Auto) white balance setting selects an optimal white balance. When the setting cannot produce natural looking colors, change the white balance using a setting appropriate for the light source.
Page 144 Using the Custom White Balance Take a custom white balance (Custom) reading for the following situations that are difficult for the (Auto) setting to detect correctly. • Shooting subjects of monotone color (such as sky, sea or forest) • Shooting with a particular source of light (such as a mercury-vapor lamp) •...
Page 145 You are recommended to set the shooting mode to the exposure compensation setting to [±0] before setting a custom white balance. The correct white balance may not be obtained when the exposure setting is incorrect (image appears completely black or white). When taking a white balance data reading at close range while using flash, you may not be able to obtain proper exposure.
Page 146: Shooting In A My Colors Mode
Shooting in a My Colors Mode Available Shooting Modes p. 299 You can change the look of an image when it is shot. My Colors Off Records normally with this setting. Emphasizes the contrast and color saturation to Vivid record bold colors. Tones down the contrast and color saturation to Neutral record neutral hues.
Page 147 Select a My Colors setting. 1. Press the button. 2. Use the button to select and the button to change the option. 3. Press the button. (Setting the Custom Color Mode) Select 1. Press the button. 2. Use the button to select and choose with the...
Page 148 Adjust the setting. 1. Press the DISP. button. 2. Use the button to select [Contrast], [Sharpness], [Saturation], [Red], [Green], [Blue] or [Skin Tone]. Select an item Adjust 3. Use the button to adjust the setting. • The adjustment results display. •...
Page 149: Changing The Colors And Shooting
Changing the Colors and Shooting Available Shooting Modes p. 299 You can easily change the colors in an image when it is shot for both stills and movies, allowing you to enjoy producing various effects. Depending on the shooting conditions, however, the images may appear rough, or you may not get the expected color.
Page 150 Press the DISP. button. • The camera will switch to color input mode, and the display will alternate between the original image and the Color Accent image (using the previously set color). Aim the camera so that the color you wish to retain appears at the center of the LCD monitor (or the viewfinder) and press the button.
Page 151: Shooting With Color Swap Mode
Shooting with Color Swap Mode Original Color Desired Color (Before Swapping) (After Swapping) Select 1. Set the mode dial to 2. Use the control dial to select Press the DISP. button. • The camera will switch to color input mode, and the display will alternate between the original image and the color swap image (using the...
Page 152 Aim the camera so that the original color appears at the center of the LCD monitor (or the viewfinder) and press the button. • Only one color can be specified. • You can use the button or the control dial to specify the range of colors that are changed.
Page 153: Saving Original Images
Saving Original Images Not only can you save images with altered colors when shooting still images with the Color Accent or Color Swap modes, but you can also choose to save the original images (before the color change). Select [Save Original].
Page 154: Categorizing Images Automatically (Auto Category)
Categorizing Images Automatically (Auto Category) Available Shooting Modes p. 299 If you set Auto Category to [On], images are automatically sorted into preset categories as they are recorded. For images shot in mode, or images with faces People detected when in face select mode or [AF Frame] is set to [Face Detect].
Page 155: C Saving Custom Settings
Saving Custom Settings Available Shooting Modes p. 299 You can save frequently used shooting modes and various shooting settings to the (Custom) mode. When necessary, you can then shoot images with previously saved settings by simply turning the mode dial to .
Page 156: Registering Functions To The C Button
Register. 1. Use the button to select [OK]. 2. Press the button. 3. Press the MENU button. The setting contents do not influence other shooting modes. Saved settings can be reset 230). Registering Functions to the Button Available Shooting Modes p.
Page 157: Using The Button
Make settings. 1. Use the button to select the function you wish to register. 2. Press the button. 3. Press the MENU button. • If displays to the icon’s lower right, you can register the function, but you cannot use it with some shooting modes or settings even if you press the button.
Page 158: Setting My Menu
Setting My Menu Available Shooting Modes p. 299 You can quickly access commonly used menu items from a single screen by registering them in My Menu. You can also configure My Menu to appear immediately after pressing the MENU button in shooting mode.
Page 159 Change the order in which menu items are displayed. 1. Use the button to select [Sort]. 2. Press the button. 3. Use the button to select a menu item to move. 4. Press the button. 5. Use the button to move the menu item.
Page 160: Playback/Erasing
Playback/Erasing In playback mode, you can select images with the control dial. Turning it counterclockwise selects the previous image while turning it clockwise selects the next image. Please also see Viewing Still Images 19). Viewing Magnified Images Press the zoom lever toward •...
Page 161: Viewing Images In Sets Of 12 (Index Playback)
Viewing Images in Sets of 12 (Index Playback) Press the zoom lever toward • Up to 12 images can be viewed at once in index playback. • Use the button or control dial to change Movie Selected Image the image selection. To Return to Single Image Playback: Press the zoom lever toward Switching between Sets of 12 Images...
Page 162: Checking The Focus And People's Expressions (Focus Check Display)
Checking the Focus and People’s Expressions (Focus Check Display) Focus Check display allows you to check the focus of images taken. Moreover, as you can change the display size and switch images, you can easily check facial expressions and whether a subject’s eyes are closed.
Page 163 Changing the Display Magnification and Display Position Press the zoom lever toward • Bottom right of the screen will be displayed prominently and the display size and display position can be changed. Change the setting. • You can change the display size by pressing the zoom lever.
Page 164: Jumping To Images
d Jumping to Images When you have many images recorded onto a memory card, it is handy to use the search keys below to jump over images to find the object of your search. Jump Shot Date Jumps to the first image of each shooting date. Jump to My Jumps to the first image of each folder sorted by Category...
Page 165: Display The Images
Display the Images. Selected 1. Use the button to select date, category or folder for playback. • You can check the target image by using the control dial. Select the search key • If you select when an image has not been assigned to any category, you will only be able to select (none) as a search key.
Page 166: Organizing Images By Category (My Category)
Organizing Images by Category (My Category) You can organize images into prepared categories. Category information recorded with the [Auto Category] function (p. 152) can be edited. You can also organize one image into multiple categories. The following operations can be performed if the images are sorted into categories.
Page 167 [Select] Categorize the images. 1. Use the button to select images to categorize. 2. Use the button to select a category. 3. Press the button. • Pressing the FUNC./SET button again cancels the setting. • This also can be set in the index playback mode. •...
Page 168 Select the last image. 1. Use the button to select [Last image]. 2. Press the button. 3. Use the button to select the last image in the range to categorize. 4. Press the button. • An image with a lower number than the first image cannot be selected as the last image.
Page 169: Trimming A Portion Of An Image
Trimming a Portion of an Image You can trim a required portion of a recorded image and save it as a new image file. Trimming is only possible at the same aspect ratio as that of the image. The aspect ratio is fixed to the aspect ratio set when shooting 80).
Page 170 Adjust the trimming Resolution After Trimming frame. • You can change the size of the trimming frame using the zoom lever. However, the resolution of the saved image will differ according to the size of the trimmed image. • You can change the position of the trimming frame using the button.
Page 171 Display the saved image. 1. Press the MENU button. 2. Use the button to select [Yes]. 3. Press the button. • Selecting [No] returns to the Play menu. images, and images recorded in cannot be trimmed. Some images shot with another camera may not be trimmed.
Page 172: Viewing Movies
Viewing Movies Display a movie. 1. Use the button to select a movie. 2. Press the button. • Images with a icon are movies. Play the movie. Movie Control Panel 1. Use the button to select 2. Press the button. •...
Page 173: Operating The Movie Control Panel
Operating the Movie Control Panel Exit Ends playback and returns to single image playback. An icon will display when a printer is connected*.See Print the Direct Print User Guide for details. Play Starts playback. You can use the button to slow down or the Slow Motion button to speed up playback.
Page 174 Enhancing Your Movie Viewing Experience Depending on the environment on your computer when viewing movies, playback may not be smooth due to frame loss and audio may be choppy. By using a memory card reader and copying the movie data back onto a memory card, you can play back the movies smoothly on the camera.
Page 175 Remove the memory card from the card reader, and insert it into the camera. Connect the camera to your TV (pp. 231, 233), and play back the movies 170). Macintosh Start ImageBrowser. • Double-click the [ImageBrowser] icon in the Dock (the bar that appears at the bottom of the desktop).
Page 176: Editing Movies
Editing Movies You can delete portions of recorded movies. Movies 1 second or longer before editing can be edited in 1- second increments, but those that are protected or less than 1 second long cannot be edited. Select [Edit]. 1. In the movie control panel, use button to select 2.
Page 177 Edit the movie. Movie Editing Panel 1. Use the button to select (Cut Beginning) or (Cut End). 2. Use the button to specify the cut point ( ). • While moving the cut point Movie Editing Bar using the button, is displayed at each 1 second interval, allowing you to cut the movie at the indicated point.
Page 178 Save the file. 1. Use the button to select [New File] or [Overwrite]. 2. Press the button. • [New File] saves the edited movie under a new file name. The pre-edit data is left unchanged. Note, if you press the FUNC./SET button while saving the movie, saving is canceled.
Page 179: Rotating Images In The Display
Rotating Images in the Display Images can be rotated clockwise 90° or 270° in the display. Original 90° 270° Select [Rotate]. 1. Press the MENU button. 2. In the menu, use the button to select 3. Press the button. Rotate the image. 1.
Page 180: Playback With Transition Effects
Playback with Transition Effects You can select the transition effect displayed when switching between images. No transition effect. The displayed image darkens and the next image gradually brightens until it is displayed. Press the button to have the previous image display from the left and the button to have the next image display from the right.
Page 181: Automated Playback (Slide Shows)
Automated Playback (Slide Shows) Automated playback of memory card images. Image settings for slide shows are based on the Digital Print Order Format (DPOF) standard 209). All Images Plays all images on a memory card in order. Date Plays images bearing a specified date in order. My Category Plays the images in the selected category in order.
Page 182: Start The Slide Show
Select a playback method. 1. Press the button. 2. Use the button to select the slide show type. • : Press the FUNC./ SET button to select a date, category or folder to be played back 182). • – : Press the FUNC./SET button to select the images to be played back 183).
Page 183: Transition Effects
Transition Effects You can select the transition effect used when one image is replaced by another. No transition effect. The new image gradually brightens as it moves upward from the bottom. The new image first appears in a cross shape and gradually expands to display the full image.
Page 184 Select a date/category/folder to play back ( Select a playback method. 1. Use the button to select 2. Press the button. Select images to play back. 1. Use the button to select a date/category/ folder to playback. 2. Press the button.
Page 185: Selecting Images For Playback
Selecting Images for Playback ( – Select only the images that you wish to play back and save them as a slide show (Custom 1, 2 or 3). Up to 998 images can be selected. They will be played back in their order of selection. Select a playback method.
Page 186: Adjusting The Play Time And Repeat Settings
Selecting All Images 1. After selecting – in Step 1, use the button to select [Mark all] and press the FUNC./SET button. 2. Use the button to select [Mark all], press the FUNC./ SET button. 3. Use the button to select [OK] and press the FUNC./ SET button.
Page 187: Red-Eye Correction Function
Red-Eye Correction Function You can correct red eyes in recorded images. Red eyes may not be automatically detected in some images or the results may not turn out as you intended. We recommend that you use [New File] to save corrected images. Examples: - Faces near the screen edges or faces that appear extremely small, large, dark or bright in relation to the overall image.
Page 188 Correct the image. 1. Use the button to select [Start]. 2. Press the button. Save the image. 1. Use the button to select [New File] or [Overwrite]. 2. Press the button. • [New File]: Saved as new file with a new name. The uncorrected image is stored. The new image is stored as the last file.
Page 189 Red-eye correction cannot be performed on and RAW images. When shooting in [Record ], red-eye correction can be performed on the JPEG image, but the original image cannot be overwritten. Overwriting cannot be performed on protected images. When there is not enough space left on the memory card, red-eye correction cannot be performed.
Page 190 Add Correction Frame Select [Add Frame]. 1. Use the button to select [Add Frame]. 2. Press the button. • A green frame will display. Adjust the position of the correction frame. 1. Use the button to move the frame. • Size of the frame can be changed with the zoom lever.
Page 191 Removing Correction Frames Select [Remove Frame]. 1. Use the button to select [Remove Frame]. 2. Press the button. Select a frame you wish to remove. 1. Use the button to select a frame to remove. • The selected frame will appear in green.
Page 192: Brightening Dark Areas (I-Contrast)
Brightening Dark Areas (i-Contrast) You can automatically detect and brighten dark areas in an image, and then save it as a new image. Select [i-Contrast]. 1. Press the MENU button. 2. In the menu, use the button to select 3. Press the button.
Page 193 Save the image. 1. Use the button to select [OK]. 2. Press the button. • If you wish to continue compensating of another image, repeat operations from Step 2. Display the saved image. 1. Press the MENU button. 2. Use the button to select [Yes].
Page 194: Adding Effects With The My Colors Function
Adding Effects with the My Colors Function You can add effects to recorded images (stills only) using the My Colors function. The following selection of My Colors effects is available. For details, see 144. Vivid Lighter Skin Tone Neutral Darker Skin Tone Sepia Vivid Blue Vivid Green...
Page 195 Select a My Colors type. 1. Use the button to select the My Colors type. • The displayed image will reflect the My Colors effect. • You can press the zoom lever toward to check the image at a higher magnification. While the image is zoomed, you can press the FUNC./SET button to switch between the image transformed with the My Colors effect and the original non-transformed image.
Page 196: Resizing Images
Although My Colors effects can be added any number of times to an image, the image quality will gradually deteriorate with each application and the intended colors may not be achieved. Color in images taken using My Colors (p. 144) in shooting mode and images edited with the My Colors function in playback mode may differ slightly.
Page 197 Select a resolution. 1. Use the button to select a resolution. 2. Press the button. • If a resolution cannot be selected due to a lack of free space on the memory card, will display. Save the image. 1. Use the button to select [OK].
Page 198: Attaching Sound Memos To Images
Attaching Sound Memos to Images In playback mode, you can attach sound memos (up to 1 min.) to an image. The sound data is saved in the WAVE format (stereo). Press the button while playing back images. • The sound memo control panel will display. Record.
Page 199: Sound-Only Recording (Sound Recorder)
Sound-Only Recording (Sound Recorder) You can record sound only, without images, for up to two hours at one time. Select [Sound Recorder]. 1. Press the MENU button. 2. In the menu, use the button to select 3. Press the button. Record a sound.
Page 200 Sound Recorder Panel Use the button to select an option and press the FUNC./SET button. Exit Returns to the menu screen. Record Starts recording. Pause Stops recording, playback. Use the button to select a sound to play and Play press the FUNC./SET button. Holding down the FUNC./SET button rewinds.
Page 201: Protecting Images
Protecting Images You can protect important images and movies from accidental erasure. Select You can configure the protection settings for each image singly while viewing them. Select Range You can select a first and last image and protect all the images in the range. Select by Date You can protect the images from a specified date.
Page 202 [Select] Protect the image. 1. Use the button to select an image to protect. 2. Press the button. • Pressing the FUNC./SET button again cancels the Protection Icon setting. • To continue protecting other images, repeat the procedure. • You can also protect images in the index playback mode. •...
Page 203 Select the last image. 1. Use the button to switch to selecting the last image. 2. Press the button. 3. Use the button to select the last image in the range. 4. Press the button. • An image with a lower number than the first image cannot be selected as the last image.
Page 204 [Select by Date]/[Select by Category]/[Select by Folder] Select the images. 1. Use the button to select a date/category/folder to protect. 2. Press the button. • A will appear on selected images. • Pressing the FUNC./SET button again cancels the setting. •...
Page 205: Erasing Images
[All Images] Protect the images. 1. Use the button to select [Protect]. 2. Press the button. • Returns to the selection method screen. • Selecting [Unlock] removes protection for all the images. • Selecting [Stop] cancels protection settings for the current selection.
Page 206 Select [Erase]. 1. Press the MENU button. 2. In the menu, use the button to select 3. Press the button. Select an erasure method. 1. Use the button to select an erasure method. • Pressing the MENU button returns to the prior screen. 2.
Page 207: Erase The Image
Erase the image. 1. Use the button to select [OK]. 2. Press the button. • Selecting [Stop] cancels selection of the image you are about to erase and returns to Step 2. [Select Range] Select the first image. • You can use the control dial to select the first or last image.
Page 208 Select the last image. 1. Use the button to switch to selecting the last image. 2. Press the button. 3. Use the button to select the last image in the range. 4. Press the button. • An image with a lower number than the first image cannot be selected as the last image.
Page 209 [Select by Date]/[Select by Category]/[Select by Folder] Select the images. 1. Use the button to select a date/category/folder to erase. 2. Press the button. • A will appear on selected images. • Pressing the FUNC./SET button again cancels the setting. •...
Page 210: All Images
[All Images] Erase the images. 1. Use the button to select [OK]. 2. Press the button. • Selecting [Cancel] cancels selection of the image you are about to erase and returns to Step 2. Pressing the FUNC./SET button while erasing is in progress cancels the procedure.
Page 211: Print Settings/Transfer Settings
Print Settings/Transfer Settings You can also use the control dial to select images and perform various operations. See Setting the DPOF Print Settings You can select images on a memory card for printing and specify the number of print copies in advance using the camera. The settings used on the camera comply with the Digital Print Order Format (DPOF) standards.
Page 212 Select [Print Settings]. 1. Press the button. 2. Press the MENU button. 3. Use the button to select the menu. 4. Use the button to select [Print Settings]. 5. Press the button. Make settings. 1. Use the button to select an option. 2.
Page 213 Single Images Configures print settings for single images as you Select Images & Qty. view them. For picking a first and last image and printing all the Select Range images in the range. Configures print settings for images corresponding Select by Date to the selected date.
Page 214 [Select Images & Qty.] Select the images. Selection methods differ depending on the Print Type settings 209). Standard ( )/Both ( Number of Print Copies 1. Use the button to select the images. 2. Press the button. 3. Use the button to select the number of print copies (up to 99).
Page 215 [Select Range] Select the first image. • You can use the control dial to select the first or last image. 1. Press the button. 2. Use the button to select the first image in the print range. 3. Press the button.
Page 216 Configure the print settings. 1. Press the button to select [Order]. 2. Press the button. • The screen will return to the selection method screen. • Pressing the MENU button cancels the print settings for the selected range of images.
Page 217 [Select by Date]/[Select by Category]/[Select by Folder] Select the images. 1. Use the button to select a date/category/folder to print. 2. Press the button. • A will appear on selected images. • Pressing the FUNC./SET button again cancels the setting. •...
Page 218 [Select All Images] Configure the print settings. 1. Use the button to select [OK]. 2. Press the button. • The screen will return to the selection method screen. • Selecting [Cancel] cancels print settings of the selected image. [Clear All Selections] Deselect the images.
Page 219: Setting The Dpof Transfer Settings
Setting the DPOF Transfer Settings You can use the camera to specify settings for images before downloading to a computer. Refer to the Software Starter Guide for instructions on how to transfer images to your computer. The settings used on the camera comply with the DPOF standards. icon may display for a memory card with transfer settings set by a different DPOF-compliant camera.
Page 220: Transfer Images
Single Images Select an image to Transfer Selection transfer. 1. Use the button to select an image to transfer. 2. Press the button. • Pressing the FUNC./SET button again deselects the setting. • You can also select images in the index playback mode. 3.
Page 221: Configuring The Camera
Configuring the Camera Power Saving Function This camera is equipped with a power saving function, which can automatically turn off the power or LCD monitor (or the viewfinder). Auto Power Down When set to [On], the power will shut off in the following circumstances.
Page 222: Setting The World Clock
The power saving function will not activate during a slide show or while the camera is connected to a computer. Setting 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.
Page 223 Select an area as home. 1. Use the button to select a home time zone. 2. Press the button. • To set the daylight saving option, use the button to display . The time will advance by 1 hour. Select (World).
Page 224 Switching to the Destination Time Zone Select [Time Zone]. 1. Press the MENU button. 2. Use the button to select the menu. 3. Use the button to select [Time Zone]. 4. Press the button. Select (World). 1. Use the button to select 2.
Page 225: Low Level Formatting Memory Cards
Low Level Formatting Memory Cards We recommend you select [Low Level Format] when you think that the recording/reading speed of a memory card has dropped. Please note that formatting (initializing) a memory card erases all data (including protected images (p. 199) and sound data recorded with the sound recorder 197)).
Page 226: Resetting The File Number
Resetting the File Number The images you shoot are automatically assigned file numbers. You can select how the file number is assigned. A number one higher than the last one recorded is assigned to the next image. This is convenient for managing all your images together on a computer because you avoid file name duplication when changing folders or memory cards.* Continuous...
Page 227 File and Folder Numbers Recorded images are assigned consecutive file numbers starting with 0001 and ranging up to 9999, while folders are assigned numbers starting with 100 and ranging up to 999. Up to 2000 images can be saved into a single folder. New Folder Created Memory Card Exchanged for Another Memory Card 1...
Page 228: Creating An Image Destination (Folder)
Creating an Image Destination (Folder) You can create a new folder at any time and the recorded images will be automatically saved to that folder. Create New Creates a new folder the next time you shoot images. To Folder create an additional folder, insert the check mark again. You can also specify a date and time if you wish to create a Auto Create new folder using a shooting time after the specified date and...
Page 229: Setting The Day Or Time For Automatic Folder
Setting the Day or Time for Automatic Folder Creation Select [Create Folder]. 1. Press the MENU button. 2. Use the button to select the menu. 3. Use the button to select [Create Folder]. 4. Press the button. Make settings. 1. Use the button to select [Auto Create] and the button to select a...
Page 230: Setting The Auto Rotate Function
Setting the Auto Rotate Function Your camera is equipped with an Intelligent Orientation sensor that detects the orientation of an image shot with the camera held vertically and automatically rotates it to the correct orientation when viewing it in the LCD monitor (or the viewfinder). Select [Auto Rotate].
Page 231 When the camera is held vertically to shoot, the Intelligent Orientation sensor judges the upper end to be “up” and the lower end to be “down”. It then regulates the optimal white balance, exposure and focus for vertical photography. This function operates regardless of the on/off status of the Auto Rotate function.
Page 232: Resetting Settings To Their Default Values
Resetting Settings to Their Default Values Select [Reset All]. 1. Press the MENU button. 2. Use the button to select the menu. 3. Use the button to select [Reset All]. 4. Press the button. Make settings. 1. Use the button to select [OK].
Page 233: Connecting To A Tv
Connecting to a TV Shooting/Playback Using a TV You can use the supplied Stereo Video Cable STV-250N to shoot or playback images using a TV. Turn off the camera and the TV. Connect the stereo/video cable to the camera’s A/V OUT terminal.
Page 234 The video output signal can be switched (NTSC or PAL) to accommodate different regional standards 60). The default setting varies between regions. - NTSC: Japan, U.S.A., Canada, Taiwan and others - PAL: Europe, Asia (excluding Taiwan), Oceania and others If the video system is set incorrectly, the camera output may not display properly.
Page 235: Connecting To A High-Definition Tv Using The Hdmi Cable (Sold Separately)
Connecting to a High-Definition TV Using the HDMI Cable (Sold Separately) By using the HDMI Cable HTC-100 (sold separately), you can connect the camera to a high-definition TV and enhance your viewing experience. Turn off the camera and the TV. Connect the camera to the TV.
Page 236: Customizing The Camera (My Camera Settings)
Customizing the Camera (My Camera Settings) You can also use the control dial to select images and perform various operations. See My Camera allows you to customize the start-up image and start-up, operation, self-timer and shutter sounds. You can change and register these settings, enabling you to customize the camera to suit your own tastes.
Page 237: Registering My Camera Settings
Registering My Camera Settings Images recorded onto the memory card and newly recorded sounds can be added as My Camera settings to the menu items. You can also use the supplied software to upload your computer’s images and sounds to the camera. A computer is required to restore the My Camera settings to the defaults.
Page 238 [Start-up Sound]/[Operation Sound]/[Self-timer Sound]/ [Shutter Sound] 1. Use the button to select (Record). 2. Press the button. 3. After recording, use the button to select (Register Sound). 4. Press the button. • Recording will automatically stop when the recording time elapses.
Page 239: Troubleshooting
10). Batteries are not the right Use only unused AA-size alkaline type. batteries or Canon AA-size NiMH batteries 10). Battery charge is low and Replace the camera batteries with the camera will not four unused or fully charged batteries operate (“Change the...
Page 240 Sounds come from the camera interior. The camera’s orientation The camera orientation detection was changed. mechanism is operating. If the camera is turned off, the sound may also be that of the internal lens moving. This is not a malfunction. When the power is turned on “Card locked!”...
Page 241 Camera screen is black at start-up. Incompatible image has Change the start-up image in the My been selected as the Camera settings (p. 234) or use the startup image in the My supplied software program Camera settings. ZoomBrowser EX or ImageBrowser to restore the default settings.
Page 242: Camera Will Not Record
appears. This displays when using These settings will be overwritten by a memory card that has those set by your camera (pp. 179, print settings or transfer 209, 217). settings set by other DPOF-compliant cameras. Noise displays./Subject’s movements are irregular. Camera automatically There is no effect on the recorded lightened the image...
Page 243: Image Is Blurred Or Out Of Focus
(pp. formatted correctly. 223). If reformatting does not work, the memory card logic circuits may be damaged. Consult the nearest Canon Customer Support Help Desk. SD memory card or SDHC Slide the write protect tab upward memory card is write 259).
Page 244 Subject is too far away for Shoot within correct flash range of the flash to reach. subject when using the built-in flash 283). Raise the ISO speed and then shoot 86). Subject in recorded image is too bright, or image flashes white.
Page 245 White dots appear on the image. Light from the flash has This is a phenomenon that occurs reflected off dust particles with digital cameras and does not or insects in the air. This is constitute a malfunction. particularly noticeable when shooting using the wide angle or when you increase the aperture value in the aperture...
Page 246 Recording images to memory card takes a long time. Memory card was Use a memory card formatted in your formatted in another camera (pp. 16, 223). device. Lens will not retract. Memory card slot cover or After closing the memory card slot battery cover was opened cover or battery cover, turn the power with power on.
Page 247 (pp. 16, 223). device. Battery Batteries consumed quickly. Batteries are not being See Battery 258). used to their full capacity. Batteries are not the right Use only unused AA-size alkaline type. batteries or Canon AA-size NiMH batteries 258).
Page 248: Image Is Distorted Or Not Showing On Tv Monitor
Battery terminals are dirty. Wipe the terminals well with a dry cloth before use. Reload the batteries several times. If using Canon AA-size NiMH batteries As the batteries have not Their charging performance should been used for over a year,...
Page 249 Printing with a direct print compatible printer Cannot print. The camera and printer Securely connect the camera and are not properly printer with the specified cable. connected. The printer power is not Turn on the printer power. turned on. The print connection Select [Print Method] and select [Auto] method is not correct.
Page 250: List Of Messages
(pp. 16, 223). However, if this error message continues to appear, contact your Canon Customer Support Help Desk as there may be a problem with the camera. Memory card full Memory card is full of images and no more can be recorded or saved.
Page 251 Change the batteries. Battery charge is insufficient to operate the camera. Replace the batteries immediately with unused AA-size alkaline batteries or fully charged Canon AA-size NiMH batteries. Also refer to Battery 258). No image. No images recorded on memory card.
Page 252 Cannot rotate You attempted to rotate a movie with an aspect ratio of 16:9, an image taken with a different camera or data type, or an image/movie edited with a computer. Incompatible WAVE A sound memo cannot be added to this image since the data type of the existing sound memo is incorrect.
Page 253 Try turning the power back on, and resume shooting or playback. If this message continues to display, contact your Canon Customer Support Help Desk as there may be a problem with the lens.
Page 254: Appendix
Appendix Safety Precautions Before using the camera, please ensure that you read the safety precautions described below and in the “Safety Precautions” section. Always ensure that the camera is operated correctly. The safety precautions noted on the following pages are intended to instruct you in the safe and correct operation of the camera and its accessories to prevent injuries or damage to yourself, other persons and equipment.
Page 255 Please consult your camera distributor or the closest Canon Customer Support Help Desk. Do not use substances containing alcohol, benzine, thinners or other flammable substances to clean or maintain the equipment.
Page 256 Battery Do not place the batteries near a heat source or expose it to direct flame or heat. The batteries should not be immersed in water or sea water. Do not attempt to disassemble, alter or apply heat to the batteries.
Page 257 Leaving the units plugged in for a long period of time may cause them to overheat and distort, resulting in fire. When recharging the Canon AA-size NiMH batteries, use only a specified battery charger. The compact power adapter is designed for exclusive use with this equipment.
Page 258 Cautions Equipment Do not get the camera caught on other objects or subject it to strong impacts or shocks when wearing or holding it by the neck strap. Be careful not to bump or strongly push the end of the lens. The above-mentioned could lead to injury or damage the equipment.
Page 259 Flash Do not operate the flash with dirt, dust or other items stuck to the surface of the flash. Be careful not to cover the flash with your fingers or clothing when shooting. The flash may be damaged and emit smoke or noise. The resulting heat build-up could damage the flash.
Page 260: Preventing Malfunctions
When using the camera under low temperature conditions or over long periods, you are recommend to use Canon AA-size NiMH batteries (sold separately). Camera operating time may shorten at low temperatures when alkaline batteries are used.
Page 261: Memory Card
Never mix unused and partially used batteries. The partially used batteries may leak. Do not install the batteries with their terminals ( reversed. Do not mix batteries of different types or from different manufacturers. Before installing the batteries, wipe the battery terminals well with a dry cloth.
Page 262 Memory cards are high-precision electronic devices. Do not bend them, apply force to them, or subject them to shocks or vibration. Do not attempt to disassemble or alter the memory card. Do not allow dirt, water or foreign objects to contact the terminals on the back of the memory card.
Page 263: Lcd Monitor
Be careful when transferring or disposing of a memory card. Formatting or erasing the data on a memory card merely changes the file management information on the memory card and does not ensure that its contents are completely deleted. When disposing of a memory card, take precautions, such as physically destroying the memory card, to prevent personal information leaks.
Page 264: Using The Wireless Controller
Using the Wireless Controller Inserting the Battery Install the battery (CR2025) into the Wireless Controller WL-DC300 before use. Be particularly careful to keep the batteries out of the reach of children. Seek medical assistance immediately if a child swallows a battery since corrosive battery fluids could damage the stomach or intestinal wall.
Page 265 Shooting / Playback You can use the wireless controller for shooting and playback. Remote Sensor Transmitter You can attach a strap to this hole. Shooting Mode Select 1. Press the button. 2. Use the button to select...
Page 266 Set the delay time for shooting. 1. Press the MENU button. 2. In the menu, use the button to select [Drive Settings]. 3. Press the button. 4. Use the button to select [Wireless Delay]. 5. Use the button to make settings. [0 sec.] : The shutter releases at the same time you press the shutter button on the remote control.
Page 267: Playback Mode
Playback Mode Display images in sets of Magnify the display with each 12 (index playback). press (up to about 10x). FUNC./SET button buttons Change the information MENU button display with each press. DISP. MENU The operable range of the wireless controller will shorten under the following circumstances.
Page 268: Attaching The Lens Hood
Attaching the Lens Hood When shooting a wide-angle photo that is backlit without using a flash, we recommend attaching the LH-DC50 Lens Hood to reduce the amount of light entering the lens. Align the notch ( ) on the lens hood with the mark on the camera, and turn the lens hood in the direction of the arrow until locked.
Page 269: Using The Power Kits (Sold Separately)
• The charge indicator blinks while charging, then remains lit when charging is finished. The CB-5AH/CB-5AHE battery charger can only be used to charge Canon AA-size NiMH batteries NB-3AH. Do not mix batteries with different purchase dates or different charge states. When recharging batteries, always recharge all four of them at the same time.
Page 270 Replace them with new batteries. If you are purchasing new batteries, look for Canon AA-size NiMH batteries. Leaving batteries in the camera or charger may result in damage from battery leakage. When not in use, remove the batteries from the camera or charger and store them in a cool, dry location.
Page 271 It takes approximately 4 hours 40 minutes for the charger to fully recharge the batteries after they have been depleted. Charge batteries in an environment where the temperature is in the range of 0 to 35 °C (32 to 95 °F). The charging time varies according to the ambient temperature and to the battery charge state.
Page 272: Using An Externally Mounted Flash (Sold Separately)
Please check the manual for your flash. You are recommended to set the white balance to * Certain functions noted in the manuals for the Canon Speedlite 220EX, 430EX II and 580EX II cannot be performed when mounted on this camera. Please read this guide before using one of these flashes on the camera.
Page 273 Turn the external flash on and turn the camera • (red) appears on the LCD monitor (or the viewfinder). Turn the mode dial to the desired mode. Speedlite 220EX* • The maximum flash synchro shutter speed is 1/250 second. • The flash will automatically adjust its output when [Flash Mode] is set to [Auto].
Page 274 E-TTL automatic flash exposure compensation. [E-TTL] will display on the flash, but the flash will fire manually. Other Canon Flashes (other than Speedlite EX series) • Since other flashes fire at full strength, set the shutter speed and aperture accordingly.
Page 275 Setting the Externally Mounted Flash Display the Flash Settings screen. 1. Hold the button down for more than one second. • Before making flash settings, mount the external flash and turn the flash on. • You can also set in [Flash Control] in the menu.
Page 276 Make settings. 1. Use the button to select the items you wish to set. 2. Use the button to set the item. 3. Press the MENU button. • The available settings will vary depending on the flash in use. For details on settings, refer to the user guide included with your flash or Speedlite Transmitter.
Page 277 Speedlite 430EX II/580EX II Settings * : Default setting. Shooting mode Item Options Auto – Flash Mode Manual Flash Exp. –3 to +3 – Comp 1) 2) 1) 3) Flash Output 1/128 to 1/1 (in 1/3 steps) 1st-curtain Shutter Sync. 2nd-curtain Hi-speed Slow Synchro...
Page 278 [Flash Control] will not display when the flash is turned off. Before making flash settings, turn the flash on. When an external flash is mounted, you cannot make built-in flash settings. When adjusting flash exposure compensation with the camera, set the external flash’s exposure compensation to [+0].
Page 279 The following functions can be used with a Speedlite 220EX, 430EX II or 580EX II*. - Auto Exposure (Use the E-TTL mode with a 430EX II or 580EX II) - FE Lock (Not available in mode or when [Flash Mode] is [Manual]) - Shutter Sync.
Page 280: Replacing The Date Battery
Replacing the Date Battery If the Date/Time in the Set up menu appears when the camera power is turned on, the date battery charge is low and the date and time setting have been lost. Please purchase a lithium coin battery (CR1220) and replace it as follows.
Page 281: Battery Cover
Remove the battery by pulling it up in the direction indicated by the (+) side arrow. Insert a new battery with the (+) side facing up. Replace the battery holder and close the battery cover. When the Date/Time menu appears, set the date and time 14).
Page 282: Camera Care And Maintenance
Never use organic solvents on the camera body or lens. If dirt remains, contact the closest Canon Customer Support Help Desk as listed in your Canon Warranty System Booklet. Viewfinder and LCD Monitor Use a lens blower brush to remove dust and dirt. If necessary, gently wipe with a soft cloth or an eyeglass lens wiper to remove stubborn dirt.
Page 283: Specifications
Specifications All data is based on Canon’s standard testing methods. Product specifications and appearance are subject to change without notice, at our sole discretion. PowerShot SX1 IS (W): Max. wide angle (T): Max. telephoto Camera Effective : Approx. 10.0 million (Aspect ratio 4:3) Pixels Approx.
Page 284 Focusing Range : Normal: 50 cm (1.6 ft.) – infinity (W)/ 1 m (3.3 ft.) – infinity (T) (From the end of the lens) Macro: 10 – 50 cm (W) (3.9 in. – 1.6 ft. (W)) Super Macro: 0 – 10 cm (0 – 3.9 in.) (W only) Manual focus: 10 cm (3.9 in.) –...
Page 285 * 22 levels with 580EX II Terminals for External : Hot shoe flash-sync contacts Flash Use of the following external flashes is recommended: Canon Speedlite 220EX, 430EX II and 580EX II. Shooting Modes : Auto Creative zone: Program, Shutter-speed priority,...
Page 286 Recording Media : SD memory card/SDHC memory card/ MultiMediaCard/MMCplus card/HC MMCplus card File Format : Design rule for camera file system and DPOF compliant Data Type : Still images: Exif 2.2 (JPEG)*/RAW (CR2)** Movies: MOV (Image data: H.264; Audio data: Linear PCM (stereo)) Sound Memo and Sound Recorder: WAVE (stereo)
Page 287 Sound memos (recording/playback up to 1 min.), Sound Recorder (up to 2 hours sound-only recording/playback possible) or Protect. Direct Print : PictBridge compliant, and Canon Direct Print and Bubble Jet Direct compatible My Camera Settings : Start-up image, start-up sound, operation sound, self-timer sound, and shutter sound.
Page 288: Battery Capacity
Battery Capacity Number of Images Shot* Playback Time Viewfinder LCD Monitor On AA-size Alkaline Approx. Approx. Approx. Batteries (included with 160 images 180 images 12 hours the camera) AA-size NiMH Batteries Approx. Approx. Approx. (NB-3AH (fully charged)) 420 images 430 images 14 hours * Based on the CIPA standard The actual figures will vary according to the shooting conditions and...
Page 289: Still Image
3073 12280 1920 × 1080 pixels 5588 22329 (RAW) 13500 – 3648 × 2736 pixels 16065 – 3648 × 2736 pixels This reflects standard shooting criteria established by Canon. Actual results may vary according to the subject and shooting conditions.
Page 290 Movie Recording Pixels/ Capacity 2 GB 8 GB Frame Rate 640 × 480 pixels 1 hr. 30 min. 1402 KB/sec. 22 min. 45 sec. 57 sec. 30 frames/sec. 320 × 240 pixels 1 hr. 4 min. 4 hrs. 15 min. 480 KB/sec.
Page 291 Wireless Controller WL-DC300 Means of Infrared Communication Coverage Within 5 m (16 ft.) (front) Directivity Within 3 m (9.8 ft.) (15 degrees both left and right) Within 1 m (3.3 ft.) (15 degrees both up and down) Power Supply Coin-type lithium battery CR2025 Operating 0 –...
Page 292 Compact Power Adapter CA-PS700 (Sold Separately) Rated Input 100 – 240 V AC (50/ 60 Hz) Rated Output 7.4 V DC, 2.0 A Operating 0 – 40 °C (32 – 104 °F) Temperatures Dimensions 112.0 × 29.0 × 45.0 mm (4.41 × 1.14 × 1.77 in.) (body only) Weight Approx.
Page 293: Index
Index Index Numerics ..... My Category ......Clock Display ........16:9 ....Color Accent ........ 3:2 Guide ....Color Swap ....Components Guide ......Compression Computer ......Accessories ......Connecting ........ AE Lock ... Downloading Images ......AEB Mode ..System Requirements ........
Page 294 Index ......ISO Speed ......Face Detect ... Face Select and Track ........ FE Lock ........Jump ...... File Numbering ........ Fireworks Flash ......Landscape ....Flash Exp. Comp ....... LCD Brightness ......Settings ....LCD Monitor Display ......Shooting ........
Page 295 Index ..............Mode Dial Printing ......Movie Program AE ..............Editing Protect ......Shooting ......Transfer ....... Viewing ................Mute ......Rec. Review ....My Camera Settings ....Recording Functions ......Changing ....Recording Pixels ......Registering ..
Page 296 Index ......Super Macro ......System Map ......Telephoto Time and Date ...... Clock Display ......Time Zone ......Transition ....... Trimming ..............TV Set ......Video System ....... Viewfinder ........Volume ....... White Balance ......Wide Angle ....... Wind Filter ....
Page 297: Addendum
Addendum Addendum Changing the Image Type Available Shooting Modes p. 299 This camera records images as either JPEG images or RAW images. JPEG image ( When pictures are taken as JPEG images, the images are processed inside the camera for optimum image quality, and also compressed to allow a larger number of images to be stored on the memory card.
Page 298 Addendum Select 1. Press the button. 2. Use the button to select and the to select 3. Press the button.
Page 299 Addendum Simultaneously Recording RAW and JPEG Images Two images, a RAW image ( ) and a JPEG image ( Large, Fine), will be recorded with each shot. Since a image is also recorded, you can print the image, or view it on a computer, without using the supplied software.
Page 300: Trademark Acknowledgments
• While every effort has been made to ensure that the information contained in this guide is accurate and complete, no liability can be accepted for any errors or omissions. • Canon reserves the right to change the specifications of the hardware and software described herein at anytime without prior notice.
Page 301: Functions Available In Each Shooting Mode
Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode Only functions with settings that change with the shooting mode are listed here. Shooting Mode Function – – Exposure Compensation (p. 136) – Auto – – – ISO Speed (p.
Page 302 Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – –...
Page 303 Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode Shooting Mode Function – Manual Focus (p. 129) Standard AF Frame Size (p. 123) – Small Face Select and Track (p. 124) – – – Auto – Flash (when flash is raised) (p. 72) –...
Page 304 Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – –...
Page 305 Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode Shooting Mode Function – – Auto ISO Shift (p. 87) – MF-Point Zoom (p. 129) – Safety MF (p. 130) AF-assist Beam (p. 55) Review (Rec. review) (p. 55) Review Info (p. 55) Detailed/Focus Check –...
Page 306 Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – –...

Canon PowerShot SX1IS User Manual

Preparations

Shooting Still Images (a Mode)

Viewing Still Images

Erasing

Printing

Shooting Movies

Viewing Movies

Downloading Images to a Computer

System Map

Components Guide

Basic Operations

Commonly Used Shooting Functions

Shooting Using the Mode Dial

Various Shooting Methods

Playback/Erasing

Print Settings/Transfer Settings

Configuring the Camera

Connecting to a TV

Customizing the Camera (My Camera Settings)

Troubleshooting

List of Messages

Appendix

Index

Addendum

Functions Available in each Shooting Mode

Quick Links

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