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Page 2: Initial Information
ç Contents Before Use Initial Information Package Contents Before use, make sure the following items are included in the package. If anything is missing, contact your camera retailer. Battery Pack Camera NB-13L* Battery Charger Wrist Strap CB-2LH/CB-2LHE * Do not peel off the battery pack label. ●...
Page 3: Ç Contents
ç Contents Compatible Memory Cards The following memory cards (sold separately) can be used, regardless of capacity. ● SD memory cards* ● SDHC memory cards* ● SDXC memory cards* Cards conforming to SD standards. However, not all memory cards have been verified to work with the camera. UHS-I memory cards are also supported.
Page 4: Preliminary Notes And Legal Information
Preliminary Notes and Legal Information ● Take and review some test shots initially to make sure the images were recorded correctly. Please note that Canon Inc., its subsidiaries and affiliates, and its distributors are not liable for any consequential damages arising from any malfunction...
Page 5: Ç Contents
ç Contents Part Names and Conventions in This Guide ( 5 ) ( 6 ) ( 7 ) ( 8 ) ( 9 ) ( 10 ) ( 11 ) ( 2 ) ( 12 ) ( 13 ) ( 1 ) ( 2 ) ( 3 ) ( 14 )
Page 6 ç Contents ● Shooting modes and on-screen icons and text are indicated in brackets. ● : Important information you should know ● : Notes and tips for expert camera use ● : Indicates touch-screen operations = xx: Pages with related information (in this example, “xx” ●...
Page 7 ç Contents ( 1 ) ( 2 ) ( 3 ) ( 4 ) ( 5 ) ( 6 ) ( 7 ) ( 8 ) ( 9 ) ( 10 ) ( 11 ) ( 12 ) ( 13 ) ( 16 ) ( 15 ) ( 14 ) Screen (LCD monitor)*...
Page 8 ç Contents Turning the control dial is one way to choose setting items, switch images, and perform other operations. Most of these operations are also possible with the [ ][ ][ ][ ] buttons. ● In this guide, icons are used to represent the corresponding camera buttons and dials on which they appear or which they resemble.
Page 9: Table Of Contents
ç Contents Table of Contents Before Use Trying the Camera Out ..42 Shooting Initial Information ....2 (Smart Auto) ....42 Package Contents ....2 Viewing ......45 Compatible Memory Cards ... 3 Touch-Screen Preliminary Notes and Legal Operations ....47 Information ......
Page 10: Ç Contents
ç Contents Customizing the Indicator Display ....63 Self-Timer ....83 Clock ........64 Shooting by 2 Auto Mode / Touching the Screen Hybrid Auto Mode ..65 (Touch Shutter) ... 84 Shooting with Camera- Continuous Shooting ...... 85 Determined Settings ... 66 Image Display during Shooting Playback ....
Page 11 ç Contents Changing Movie Shooting with an Image Quality .... 102 Underwater Focusing Range ....117 Helpful Shooting Correcting White Features ......103 Balance ....118 Using the Dual Axis Image Effects Electronic Level ..103 (Creative Filters) ....120 Magnifying the Area in Focus ....
Page 12 ç Contents Auto Shooting after Face Adjusting Image Detection Brightness (Exposure (Smart Shutter) ..132 Compensation) ..155 Auto Shooting after Locking Image Smile Detection ..132 Brightness / Exposure (AE Lock) ....155 Using the Wink Self-Timer ....134 Changing the Metering Method ......
Page 13: Specific Shutter Speeds
ç Contents Changing Image Color Shooting Continuously Tones (My Colors) ..168 as the Camera Keeps the Subject in Focus ..187 Custom Color ..170 Flash ........188 Shooting Range and Changing the Flash Focusing ......171 Mode ......188 Shooting Close-Ups Auto .......
Page 14: Playback Mode
ç Contents Specific Aperture Values Settings that can be saved ..... 217 ([Av] Mode) ......202 Specific Shutter Speeds and Saving Commonly Used Shooting Menu Items Aperture Values (My Menu) ....218 ([M] Mode) ......203 6 Playback Mode .... 221 Adjusting the Flash Output .......
Page 15 ç Contents Using the Control Choosing Images Ring to Jump Individually ..... 254 between Images ..237 Selecting a Touch-Screen Range ....255 Operations ..... 238 Specifying All Images Viewing Individual at Once ....255 Images in a Group ..238 Rotating Images ....
Page 16 Smartphone ....... 279 Registering Web Sending to a Smartphone Services ....305 Assigned to Registering the Button ....280 CANON iMAGE Adding a Smartphone GATEWAY ..... 306 Using the Wi-Fi Registering Other Menu ......284 Web Services ..310 Using Another Access Uploading Images to Point ......
Page 17 ç Contents Screen Brightness ... 343 Using a Smartphone to View Camera Images Start-Up Screen ..343 and Control the Camera ..328 Formatting Memory Geotagging Images Cards ......344 on the Camera ..328 Low-Level Shooting Remotely .. 329 Formatting .....
Page 18 ç Contents Flash Unit ....358 Choosing Paper Size and Layout before Other Accessories ..359 Printing ....376 Printers ...... 359 Available Layout Using Optional Options ....377 Accessories ....... 360 Printing ID Photos .. 377 Playback on a TV ..360 Printing Movie Playback on a High- Scenes .......
Page 19 ç Contents Number of Shots per 10 Appendix ...... 388 Memory Card ..442 Troubleshooting ....389 Recording Time per On-Screen Messages ..397 Memory Card ..443 On-Screen Information ..402 Flash Range ..443 Shooting (Information Shooting Range ..444 Display) .....
Page 20: Common Camera Operations
ç Contents Common Camera Operations Shoot ● Use camera-determined settings (Auto Mode, Hybrid Auto Mode) = 66, = 70 ● See several effects applied to each shot, using camera- determined settings (Creative Shot Mode) = 112 Shooting people well Portraits Against Snow ( = 114) ( = 114)
Page 21 ç Contents Applying special effects Vivid Colors Poster Effect “Aged” Photos ( = 120) ( = 120) ( = 123) Fish-Eye Effect Miniature Effect Toy Camera Effect ( = 124) ( = 125) ( = 128) Background Defocus Soft Focus Monochrome ( = 129) ( = 130)
Page 22 ç Contents View ● View images (Playback Mode) = 222 ● Automatic playback (Slideshow) = 244 ● On a TV = 360 ● On a computer = 367 ● Browse through images quickly = 232 ● Erase images = 252 Shoot/View Movies ●...
Page 23 ç Contents Save ● Save images to a computer via a cable = 368 Use Wi-Fi Functions ● Send images to a smartphone = 279 ● Share images online = 305 ● Send images to a computer = 323...
Page 24: Safety Precautions
ç Contents Safety Precautions ● Before using the product, ensure that you read the safety precautions described below. Always ensure that the product is used correctly. ● The safety precautions noted here are intended to prevent you and other persons from being injured or incurring property damage. ●...
Page 25 ç Contents ● Stop using the product immediately if it emits smoke or a strange smell, or otherwise behaves abnormally. ● Do not use organic solvents such as alcohol, benzine, or thinner to clean the product. ● Avoid contact with liquid, and do not allow liquid or foreign objects inside.
Page 26 ç Contents ● If the product uses a battery charger, note the following precautions. Remove the plug periodically and, using a dry cloth, wipe away any dust and dirt that has collected on the plug, the exterior of the power outlet, and the surrounding area. Do not insert or remove the plug with wet hands.
Page 27 ç Contents Caution Denotes the possibility of injury. ● When carrying the product by the strap, be careful not to bang it, subject it to strong impacts or shocks, or let it get caught on other objects. ● Be careful not to bump or push strongly on the lens. This could lead to injury or damage the camera.
Page 28 ç Contents ● On products that raise and lower the flash automatically, make sure to avoid pinching your fingers with the lowering flash. This could result in injury. Caution Denotes the possibility of property damage. ● Do not aim the camera at intense light sources, such as the sun on a clear day or an intense artificial light source.
Page 29 ç Contents ● Unplug any battery charger used with the product when not in use. Do not cover with a cloth or other objects when in use. Leaving the unit plugged in for a long period of time may cause it to overheat and distort, resulting in fire.
Page 30: Basic Guide Basic Operations
ç Contents Basic Guide Basic Operations Basic information and instructions, from initial preparations to shooting and playback...
Page 31: Initial Preparations
ç Contents Initial Preparations Prepare for shooting as follows. Attaching the Strap Attach the strap. Thread the end of the strap through the strap hole (1), and ( 1 ) then pull the other end of the strap through the loop on the threaded end (2).
Page 32: Charging The Battery Pack
ç Contents Charging the Battery Pack Before use, charge the battery pack with the included charger. Be sure to charge the battery pack initially, because the camera is not sold with the battery pack charged. Insert the battery pack. ( 1 ) After aligning the marks on the battery pack and charger, insert...
Page 33 ç Contents ● To protect the battery pack and keep it in optimal condition, do not charge it continuously for more than 24 hours. ● For battery chargers that use a power cord, do not attach the charger or cord to other objects. Doing so could result in malfunction or damage to the product.
Page 34: Pack And Memory Card
ç Contents Inserting the Battery Pack and Memory Card Insert the included battery pack and a memory card (sold separately). Note that before using a new memory card (or a memory card formatted in another device), you should format the memory card with this camera ( = 344).
Page 35 ç Contents ( 1 ) Insert the battery pack. ( 2 ) Holding the battery pack with the terminals (1) facing as shown, press the battery lock (2) in the direction of the arrow and insert the battery pack until the lock clicks shut.
Page 36: Pack And Memory Card
ç Contents Close the cover. ( 2 ) Lower the cover (1) and hold it down as you slide the switch, until it clicks into the closed position (2). ( 1 ) ● For guidelines on how many shots or hours of recording can be saved on one memory card, see “Number of Shots per Memory Card”...
Page 37: Setting The Date And Time
ç Contents Setting the Date and Time Set the current date and time correctly as follows if the [Date/Time] screen is displayed when you turn the camera on. Information you specify this way is recorded in image properties when you shoot, and it is used when you manage images by shooting date or print images showing the date.
Page 38: Finish The Setup Process
ç Contents Specify your home time zone. Press the [ ][ ] buttons to choose your home time zone. Finish the setup process. Press the [ ] button when finished. After a confirmation message, the setting screen is no longer displayed. To turn off the camera, press the power button.
Page 39: Changing The Date And Time
ç Contents Changing the Date and Time Adjust the date and time as follows. Access the menu screen. Press the [ ] button. Choose [Date/Time]. Move the zoom lever to choose the ] tab. Press the [ ][ ] buttons or turn the [ ] dial to choose [Date/ Time], and then press the [ ] button.
Page 40: Display Language
ç Contents ● Date/time settings can be retained for about 3 weeks by the camera’s built-in date/time battery (backup battery) after the battery pack is removed. ● The date/time battery will be charged in about 4 hours once you insert a charged battery pack or connect the camera to an AC adapter kit (sold separately, = 357), even if the camera is left off.
Page 41 ç Contents Set the display language. Press the [ ][ ][ ][ ] buttons or turn the [ ] dial to choose a language, and then press the [ ] button. Once the display language has been set, the setting screen is no longer displayed.
Page 42: Trying The Camera Out
ç Contents Trying the Camera Out Still Images Movies Follow these instructions to turn the camera on, shoot still images or movies, and then view them. Shooting (Smart Auto) For fully automatic selection of the optimal settings for specific scenes, simply let the camera determine the subject and shooting conditions.
Page 43 ç Contents Compose the shot. To zoom in and enlarge the subject, move the zoom lever toward [ ] (telephoto), and to zoom away from the subject, move it toward [ ] (wide angle). Shoot. Shooting Still Images 1) Focus. Press the shutter button lightly, halfway down.
Page 44 ç Contents 2) Shoot. Press the shutter button all the way down. As the camera shoots, a shutter sound is played, and in low-light conditions when you have raised the flash, it fires automatically. Keep the camera still until the shutter sound ends.
Page 45: Viewing
ç Contents 2) Finish shooting. Press the movie button again to stop shooting. The camera beeps twice as recording stops. Viewing After shooting images or movies, you can view them on the screen as follows. Enter Playback mode. Press the [ ] button.
Page 46 ç Contents To access Scroll Display mode, turn the [ ] dial rapidly. In this mode, turn the [ ] dial to browse through images. To return to single-image display, press the [ ] button. Movies are identified by a [ icon.
Page 47: Touch-Screen Operations
ç Contents Touch-Screen Operations To view the next image, drag left across the screen in step 2, and to view the previous image, drag right. To access Scroll Display mode, quickly drag left or right repeatedly. To return to single-image display from Scroll Display mode, touch the image in the middle of the screen.
Page 48: Erasing Images
ç Contents Erasing Images You can choose and erase unneeded images one by one. Be careful when erasing images, because they cannot be recovered. Choose an image to erase. Press the [ ][ ] buttons or turn the [ ] dial to choose an image. Erase the image.
Page 49 ç Contents Advanced Guide Camera Basics Other basic operations and more ways to enjoy your camera, including shooting and playback options...
Page 50: On/Off
ç Contents On/Off Shooting Mode Press the power button to turn the camera on and prepare for shooting. To turn the camera off, press the power button again. Playback Mode Press the [ ] button to turn the camera on and view your shots. To turn the camera off, press the ] button again.
Page 51: Power Saving In Shooting Mode
ç Contents Power-Saving Features (Auto Power Down) As a way to conserve battery power, the camera automatically deactivates the screen (Display Off) and then turns itself off after a specific period of inactivity. Power Saving in Shooting Mode The screen is automatically deactivated after about one minute of inactivity.
Page 52: Shutter Button
ç Contents Shutter Button To ensure your shots are in focus, always begin by holding the shutter button halfway down, and once the subject is in focus, press the button all the way down to shoot. In this manual, shutter button operations are described as pressing the button halfway or all the way down.
Page 53: Shooting Modes
ç Contents Shooting Modes Use the mode dial to access each shooting mode. ( 4 ) ( 1 ) ( 2 ) ( 5 ) ( 3 ) ( 6 ) Auto Mode / Hybrid Auto Movie Mode Mode For shooting movies ( = 150, = 206).
Page 54: Adjusting The Screen Angle And Orientation
ç Contents Adjusting the Screen Angle and Orientation You can adjust the screen angle and orientation to suit the scene or how you are shooting. Tilt the screen up to 180° upward. When including yourself in shots, you can view a mirror image of yourself by rotating the screen around toward the front of the camera.
Page 55: Shooting Display Options
ç Contents Shooting Display Options Press the [ ] button to view other information on the screen, or to hide the information. For details on the information displayed, see “On-Screen Information” ( = 402). Display 1 Display 2 ● Screen brightness is automatically increased by the night view function when you are shooting under low light, making it easier to check how shots are composed.
Page 56: Using The Func. Menu
ç Contents Using the FUNC. Menu Configure commonly used shooting functions through the FUNC. menu as follows. Note that menu items and options vary depending on the shooting mode ( = 412). Access the FUNC. menu. Press the [ ] button. Choose a menu item.
Page 57: Settings
ç Contents Finish the setup process. Press the [ ] button. The screen before you pressed the [ ] button in step 1 is displayed again, showing the option you configured. ● To undo any accidental setting changes, you can restore the camera’s default settings ( = 353).
Page 58: Using The Menu Screen
ç Contents Using the Menu Screen Configure a variety of camera functions through the menu screen as follows. Menu items are grouped by purpose on tabs, such as shooting [ ], playback [ ], and so on. Note that available menu items vary depending on the selected shooting or playback mode ( = 420 –...
Page 59 ç Contents Choose a menu item. Press the [ ][ ] buttons or turn the [ ] dial to choose a menu item. For menu items with options not shown, first press the [ ] or [ ] button to switch screens, and then either press the [ ][ ] buttons or turn the [ ] dial to select the menu item.
Page 60: Touch-Screen Operations
ç Contents Touch-Screen Operations ● To access tabs, press the [ ] button to access the menu screen, and then touch the desired tab. ● Drag the menu items up or down to scroll them, or touch a menu item to choose it. ●...
Page 61: On-Screen Keyboard
ç Contents On-Screen Keyboard Use the on-screen keyboard to enter information for Face ID ( = 88), Wi-Fi connections ( = 296), and so on. Note that the length and type of information you can enter varies depending on the function you are using. ( 1 ) Entering Characters Touch the characters to enter...
Page 62 ç Contents Deleting Characters To delete the previous character, either touch [ ] or press the [ ] button. Holding down the [ ] button will delete five characters at a time. Confirming Input and Returning to the Previous Screen Press the [ ] button.
Page 63 ç Contents Indicator Display The indicator on the back of the camera ( = 5) lights up or blinks depending on the camera status. Indicator Color Camera Status Status Connected to a computer ( = 368), or display off ( = 51, = 341, = 342) Starting up, recording/reading/ Green transmitting images, shooting long...
Page 64 ç Contents Clock You can check the current time. Press and hold the [ ] button. The current time appears. If you hold the camera vertically while using the clock function, it will switch to vertical display. Press the [ ][ ] buttons or turn the [ ] dial to change the display color.
Page 65 ç Contents Auto Mode / Hybrid Auto Mode Convenient mode for easy shots with greater control over shooting...
Page 66 ç Contents Shooting with Camera-Determined Settings For fully automatic selection of the optimal settings for specific scenes, simply let the camera determine the subject and shooting conditions. Shooting (Smart Auto) Still Images Movies Turn the camera on. Press the power button. The startup screen is displayed.
Page 67 ç Contents Compose the shot. To zoom in and enlarge the subject, move the zoom lever toward [ ] (telephoto), and to zoom away from the subject, ( 1 ) move it toward [ ] (wide angle). (A zoom bar (1) showing the zoom position is displayed, along with the area in focus (2).) ( 2 )
Page 68 ç Contents 2) Shoot. Press the shutter button all the way down. As the camera shoots, a shutter sound is played, and in low-light conditions when you have raised the flash, it fires automatically. Keep the camera still until the shutter sound ends.
Page 69 ç Contents 2) Resize the subject and recompose the shot as needed. To resize the subject, repeat the operations in step 3. However, note that the sound of camera operations will be recorded. Note that movies shot at zoom factors shown in blue will look grainy.
Page 70: Shooting In Hybrid Auto Mode
ç Contents Shooting in Hybrid Auto Mode Still Images Movies You can make a short movie of the day just by shooting still images. The camera records 2 – 4-second clips of scenes before each shot, which are later combined in a digest movie. Enter [ ] mode.
Page 71: Digest Movie Playback
ç Contents ● Battery life is shorter in this mode than in [ ] mode, because digest movies are recorded for each shot. ● A digest movie may not be recorded if you shoot a still image immediately after turning the camera on, choosing [ ] mode, or operating the camera in other ways.
Page 72: Still Images
ç Contents Still Images/Movies ● If the camera is turned on while the [ ] button is held down, the camera will no longer sound. To activate sounds again, press the ] button and choose [Mute] on the [ ] tab, and then press the [ ][ ] buttons to choose [Off].
Page 73 ç Contents ● You can change how long images are displayed after shots ( = 109). Movies ● Keep your fingers away from the microphone (1) while shooting movies. Blocking the microphone may prevent audio from being recorded or may cause the recording to sound muffled. ( 1 ) ●...
Page 74: Scene Icons
ç Contents Scene Icons Still Images Movies In [ ] and [ ] modes, shooting scenes determined by the camera are indicated by the icon displayed, and corresponding settings are automatically selected for optimal focusing, subject brightness, and color. Depending on the scene, continuous images may be shot ( = 76).
Page 75 ç Contents Tripod Used The background color of icons is light blue when the background is a blue sky, dark blue when the background is dark, and gray for all other backgrounds. The background color of icons is light blue when the background is a blue sky, and gray for all other backgrounds.
Page 76: Continuous Shooting Scenes
ç Contents Continuous Shooting Scenes If you shoot a still image when the following scene icons are displayed, the camera will shoot continuously. If you press the shutter button halfway when one of the icons in the table below is displayed, one of the following icons will be displayed to inform you that the camera will shoot continuous images: [ ], [ ], or [...
Page 77: Image Stabilization Icons
ç Contents Image Stabilization Icons Still Images Movies Optimal image stabilization for the shooting conditions is automatically applied (Intelligent IS). Additionally, the following icons are displayed in [ ] and [ ] modes. Image stabilization for still images (Normal) Image stabilization for still images when panning (Panning)* Image stabilization for macro shots.
Page 78 ç Contents On-Screen Frames Still Images Movies In [ ] mode, a variety of frames are displayed once the camera detects subjects you are aiming the camera at. ● A white frame is displayed around the subject (or person’s face) determined by the camera to be the main subject, and gray frames are displayed around other detected faces.
Page 79: Common, Convenient Features
ç Contents Common, Convenient Features Zooming In Closer on Subjects (Digital Zoom) Still Images Movies When distant subjects are too far away to enlarge using the optical zoom, use digital zoom for up to about 17x enlargement. Move the zoom lever toward Hold the lever until zooming stops.
Page 80: Shooting At Preset Focal Lengths
ç Contents ● Moving the zoom lever will display the zoom bar (which indicates the zoom position). The color of the zoom bar will change depending on the zoom range. White range: optical zoom range where the image will not appear grainy.
Page 81: Using The Self-Timer
ç Contents ● Step zoom is not available when shooting movies even if you turn the [ ] ring. When you are using digital zoom ( = 79), you cannot adjust the ● zoom factor by turning the [ ] ring counterclockwise. However, you can set the focal length to 100 mm by turning it clockwise.
Page 82: Using The Self-Timer To Avoid Camera Shake
ç Contents Shoot. For Still Images: Press the shutter button halfway to focus on the subject, and then press it all the way down. For Movies: Press the movie button. Once you start the self-timer, the lamp will blink and the camera will play a self-timer sound.
Page 83: Customizing The Self-Timer
ç Contents Customizing the Self-Timer Still Images Movies You can specify the delay (0 – 30 seconds) and number of shots (1 – 10). Choose [ ]. Following step 1 in “Using the Self-Timer” ( = 81), choose [ ] and press the [ ] button.
Page 84: Touch Shutter
ç Contents ● When you specify multiple shots, image brightness and white balance are determined by the first shot. More time is required between shots when the flash fires or when you have specified to take many shots. Shooting will stop automatically when the memory card becomes full.
Page 85: Continuous Shooting
ç Contents Shoot. Touch the subject on the screen, and then lift your finger immediately. The camera shoots, as a shutter sound is played. To cancel touch shutter, choose [Off] in step 1. ● Even while the shot is displayed, you can prepare for the next shot by touching [ Continuous Shooting Still Images...
Page 86: Image Display During Playback
ç Contents Shoot. Hold the shutter button all the way down to shoot continuously. ● During continuous shooting, focus and exposure are locked at the position/level determined when you pressed the shutter button halfway. Cannot be used with the self-timer ( = 81). ●...
Page 87 ç Contents Grouped images can be played back individually ( = 238) and ● ungrouped ( = 238). Protecting ( = 247) a grouped image will protect all images in ● the group. ● Grouped images can be viewed individually when played back using Image Search ( = 232) or Smart Shuffle ( = 245).
Page 88: Personal Information
ç Contents Using Face ID If you register a person ahead of time, the camera will detect that person’s face, and prioritize focus, brightness, and color for that person when shooting. In [ ] mode, the camera can detect babies and children based on registered birthdays and optimize settings for them when shooting.
Page 89: Registering Face Id Information
ç Contents Registering Face ID Information You can register information (face info, names, birthdays) for up to 12 people to use with Face ID. Access the setting screen. Press the [ ] button, choose [Face ID Settings] on the ] tab, and then press the [ ] button ( = 58).
Page 90 ç Contents A white frame on the person’s face indicates that the face is recognized. Make sure a white frame is displayed on the face, and then shoot. If the face is not recognized, you cannot register face information. After [Register?] is displayed, press the [ ][ ] buttons or turn the [ ] dial to choose [OK], and then press the [ ] button.
Page 91 ç Contents Save the settings. Press the [ ][ ] buttons or turn the [ ] dial to choose [Save], and then press the [ ] button. After a message is displayed, press the [ ][ ] buttons or turn the [ ] dial to choose [Yes], and then press the [ ] button.
Page 92 ç Contents Shooting If you register a person ahead of time, the camera will prioritize that person as the main subject, and optimize focus, brightness, and color for that person when shooting. When you point the camera toward a subject, the names of up to 3 registered people will be displayed when they are detected.
Page 93: Continuous Shooting
ç Contents ● Registered people may not be correctly detected if the captured image or scene differs drastically from the registered face information. ● If a registered face is not detected, or not easily detected, overwrite registered information with new face info. Registering face info right before shooting will allow for easier detection of registered faces.
Page 94: Checking And Editing Registered Information
ç Contents Checking and Editing Registered Information Access the [Check/Edit Info] screen. Following step 1 in “Registering Face ID Information” ( = 89), choose [Check/Edit Info] and press the [ ] button. Choose a person to check or edit. Press the [ ][ ][ ][ ] buttons or turn the [ ] dial to choose the person to check or edit, and then press the [ ] button.
Page 95 ç Contents To check face information, choose [Face Info List] (either press the [ ][ ] buttons or turn the [ ] dial), and then press the [ ] button. Press the [ ] button on the screen displayed, choose face information to erase by pressing the [ ][ ][ ][ ] buttons or turning the [ ] dial, and...
Page 96: Overwriting And Adding Face Information
ç Contents Overwriting and Adding Face Information You can overwrite existing face information with new face info. You should update face information regularly, especially with babies and children, as their faces change quickly as they grow. You can also add face information when all 5 face info slots have not been filled.
Page 97: Register Face Information
ç Contents Choose the face info to overwrite. Press the [ ][ ][ ][ ] buttons or turn the [ ] dial to choose the face info to overwrite, and then press the [ ] button. Register face information. Follow step 2 in “Registering Face ID Information”...
Page 98: Erasing Registered Information
ç Contents Erasing Registered Information You can erase information (face info, names, birthdays) registered to Face ID. However, names recorded in previously shot images will not be erased. Access the [Erase Info] screen. Follow step 1 in “Registering Face ID Information” ( = 89) and choose [Erase Info].
Page 99: Changing The Aspect Ratio
ç Contents Image Customization Features Changing the Aspect Ratio Still Images Movies Change the image aspect ratio (ratio of width to height) as follows. Press the [ ] button, choose ] in the menu, and choose the desired option ( = 56). Once the setting is complete, the screen aspect ratio will be updated.
Page 100 ç Contents ● You can customize camera operation so that turning the [ ] ring changes the aspect ratio ( = 208). ● Not available in [ ] mode. Changing Image Resolution (Size) Still Images Movies Choose from 4 levels of image resolution, as follows. For guidelines on how many shots at each resolution setting can fit on a memory card, see “Number of Shots per Memory Card”...
Page 101: Correcting Greenish Image Areas From Mercury Lamps
ç Contents ● Not available in [ ] mode. Correcting Greenish Image Areas from Mercury Lamps Still Images Movies In [ ] mode, subjects or background in shots of evening scenes illuminated by mercury lamps may appear to have a greenish tinge.
Page 102: Image Quality
ç Contents Changing Movie Image Quality Still Images Movies 4 image quality settings are available. For guidelines on the maximum movie length at each level of image quality that will fit on a memory card, see “Recording Time per Memory Card” ( = 443). Press the [ ] button, choose ] in the menu, and choose the desired option ( = 56).
Page 103: Helpful Shooting Features
ç Contents Helpful Shooting Features Using the Dual Axis Electronic Level Still Images Movies An electronic level can be displayed as a guideline to ensure the camera is level from front to back and left to right. Display the electronic level. Press the [ ] button several times to display the electronic level.
Page 104: Magnifying The Area In Focus
ç Contents Magnifying the Area in Focus Still Images Movies You can check the focus by pressing the shutter button halfway, which will enlarge the portion of the image in focus in the AF frame. Configure the setting. Press the [ ] button, choose [AF-Point Zoom] on the ] tab, and then choose [On]...
Page 105: Checking For Closed Eyes
ç Contents ● The area in focus is not magnified in the following cases when the shutter button is pressed halfway. If a face was not detected, if the person is too close to the camera and their face is too large for the screen, or if the camera detects subject movement When digital zoom is used ( = 79) When a TV is used as a display ( = 360)
Page 106 ç Contents Shoot. [ ] flashes when the camera detects a person whose eyes are closed. To restore the original setting, choose [Off] in step 1. ● When you have specified multiple shots in [ ] mode, this function is only available for the final shot. ●...
Page 107: Customizing Camera Operation
ç Contents Customizing Camera Operation Customize shooting functions on the [ ] tab of the menu screen as follows. For instructions on menu functions, see “Using the Menu Screen” ( = 58). Deactivating the AF-Assist Beam Still Images Movies You can deactivate the lamp that normally lights up to help you focus when you press the shutter button halfway in low-light conditions.
Page 108: Deactivating The Red-Eye Reduction Lamp
ç Contents Deactivating the Red-Eye Reduction Lamp Still Images Movies You can deactivate the red-eye reduction lamp that lights up to reduce red-eye when the flash is used in low-light shots. Access the [Flash Settings] screen. Press the [ ] button, choose [Flash Settings] on the ] tab, and then press the [ ] button ( = 58).
Page 109: Display Style After Shots
ç Contents Changing the Image Display Style after Shots Still Images Movies You can change how long images are displayed and what information is displayed immediately after shooting. Changing the Image Display Period after Shots Access the [Review image after shooting] screen. Press the [ ] button, choose [Review image after shooting] on...
Page 110: Screen Displayed After Shots
ç Contents Changing the Screen Displayed after Shots Change the way images are displayed after shots as follows. Set [Display Time] to [2 sec.], [4 sec.], [8 sec.], or [Hold] (= 109). Configure the settings. Press the [ ][ ] buttons or turn the [ ] dial to choose [Display Info].
Page 111: Other Shooting Modes
ç Contents Other Shooting Modes Shoot more effectively in various scenes, and take shots enhanced with unique image effects or captured using special functions...
Page 112 ç Contents Enjoying a Variety of Images from Each Shot (Creative Shot) Still Images Movies The camera determines the subject and shooting conditions, automatically applying special effects and recomposing the shot to emphasize the subject. Six still images are recorded for each shot. You can capture multiple still images with effects using camera- determined settings.
Page 113: Choosing Effects
ç Contents ● Shooting will take some time when the flash fires, but hold the camera steady until the shutter sound is played three times. The six images are managed together as a group ( = 238). ● ● Simultaneous display of the six images as shown in step 2 is only available immediately after you shoot.
Page 114: Specific Scenes
ç Contents Specific Scenes Choose a mode matching the shooting scene, and the camera will automatically configure the settings for optimal shots. Enter [ ] mode. Set the mode dial to [ Choose a shooting mode. Press the [ ] button, choose [ ] in the menu, and then choose a shooting mode ( = 56).
Page 115 ç Contents Shooting Evening Scenes without Using a Tripod (Handheld NightScene) Still Images Movies Beautiful shots of evening scenes or portraits with evening scenery in the background, without the need to hold the camera very still (as with a tripod). A single image is created by combining consecutive shots, reducing camera shake and...
Page 116 ç Contents Shooting with Snowy Backgrounds (Snow) Still Images Movies Bright, natural-colored shots of people against snowy backgrounds. Shooting Fireworks (Fireworks) Still Images Movies Vivid shots of fireworks. ● Subjects appear larger in [ ] mode compared to other modes. ●...
Page 117: Using Functions For Underwater Shots
ç Contents Using Functions for Underwater Shots Shooting with an Underwater Focusing Range Still Images Movies If focusing is difficult in [ ] mode ( = 114) with a focus range of ], using a focus range designed for underwater shooting can ensure optimal underwater shots.
Page 118: Correcting White Balance
ç Contents ● In [ ] mode, optical zoom is set to maximum wide angle. ● In [ ] mode, use of digital zoom may cause images to appear grainy at some resolutions ( = 100). ● In [ ] mode, subjects at close range may not be in focus. In this case, try setting the focus range to [ ●...
Page 119 ç Contents ● The camera will retain white balance correction levels even if you switch to another white balance option in step 2, but correction levels will be reset if you record custom white balance data. ● B represents blue and A, amber. ●...
Page 120 ç Contents Image Effects (Creative Filters) Add a variety of effects to images when shooting. Enter [ ] mode. Set the mode dial to [ ]. Choose a shooting mode. Press the [ ] button, choose [ in the menu, and then choose a shooting mode ( = 56).
Page 121: Scenes (High Dynamic Range)
ç Contents ● ] and [ ] modes, try taking some test shots first, to make In [ sure you obtain the desired results. Shooting High-Contrast Scenes (High Dynamic Range) Still Images Movies Three consecutive images are captured at different brightness levels each time you shoot, and the camera combines image areas with optimal brightness to create a single image.
Page 122: Adding Artistic Effects
ç Contents ● If excessive camera shake interferes with shooting, mount the camera on a tripod or take other measures to keep it still. Additionally, you should set [IS Mode] to [Off] when using a tripod or other means to secure the camera ( = 195). ●...
Page 123: Shooting With Faded Colors (Nostalgic)
ç Contents Shooting with Faded Colors (Nostalgic) Still Images Movies This effect makes colors look faded and images look weathered, as in old photographs. Choose from five effect levels. Choose [ ]. Follow steps 1 – 2 in “Image Effects (Creative Filters)” ( = 120) and choose [ ].
Page 124: Lens Effect (Fish-Eye Effect)
ç Contents Shooting with a Fish-Eye Lens Effect (Fish-Eye Effect) Still Images Movies Shoot with the distorting effect of a fish-eye lens. Choose [ ]. Follow steps 1 – 2 in “Image Effects (Creative Filters)” ( = 120) and choose [ Choose an effect level.
Page 125: Miniature Effect
ç Contents Shots Resembling Miniature Models (Miniature Effect) Still Images Movies Creates the effect of a miniature model, by blurring image areas above and below your selected area. You can also make movies that look like scenes in miniature models by choosing the playback speed before the movie is recorded.
Page 126: Time (For One-Minute Clips)
ç Contents For movies, choose the movie playback speed. Turn the [ ] ring to choose the speed. Return to the shooting screen and shoot. Press the [ ] button to return to the shooting screen, and then shoot. Playback Speed and Estimated Playback Time (for One-Minute Clips) Speed Playback Time...
Page 127 ç Contents ● To switch the orientation of the frame to vertical, press the [ ][ ] buttons in step 2. To return the frame to horizontal orientation, press the [ ] buttons. ● To move the frame when it is in horizontal orientation, press the ] buttons, and to move the frame when it is in vertical orientation, press the [ ][ ] buttons.
Page 128: Toy Camera Effect
ç Contents Shooting with a Toy Camera Effect (Toy Camera Effect) Still Images Movies This effect makes images resemble shots from a toy camera by vignetting (darker, blurred image corners) and changing the overall color. Choose [ Follow steps 1 – 2 in “Image Effects (Creative Filters)”...
Page 129: Out (Background Defocus)
ç Contents Making Subjects Stand Out (Background Defocus) Still Images Movies You can shoot subjects so that they stand out from the background. Two consecutive images are captured with settings optimized for background defocus. The background is defocused through lens effects and subject- and scene-based image processing.
Page 130: Shooting With A Soft Focus Effect
ç Contents Shooting with a Soft Focus Effect Still Images Movies This function allows you to shoot images as if a soft focus filter were attached to the camera. You can adjust the effect level as desired. Choose [ ]. Follow steps 1 –...
Page 131: Shooting In Monochrome
ç Contents Shooting in Monochrome Still Images Movies Shoot images in black and white, sepia, or blue and white. Choose [ Follow steps 1 – 2 in “Image Effects (Creative Filters)” ( = 120) and choose [ Choose a color tone. Turn the [ ] ring to choose a color tone.
Page 132: Special Modes For Other Purposes
ç Contents Special Modes for Other Purposes Auto Shooting after Face Detection (Smart Shutter) Still Images Movies Auto Shooting after Smile Detection Still Images Movies The camera shoots automatically after detecting a smile, even without you pressing the shutter button. Choose [ Follow steps 1 –...
Page 133 ç Contents Aim the camera at a person. Each time the camera detects a smile, it will shoot after the lamp lights up. To pause smile detection, press the [ ] button. Press the [ ] button again to resume detection. ●...
Page 134 ç Contents Using the Wink Self-Timer Still Images Movies Aim the camera at a person and press the shutter button all the way down. The camera will shoot about two seconds after a wink is detected. Choose [ ]. Follow steps 1 – 2 in “Specific Scenes”...
Page 135 ç Contents Face the camera and wink. The camera will shoot about two seconds after detecting a wink by the person whose face is inside the frame. To cancel shooting after you have triggered the self-timer, press the ] button. ●...
Page 136: Using The Face Self-Timer
ç Contents Using the Face Self-Timer Still Images Movies The camera will shoot about two seconds after detecting that the face of another person (such as the photographer) has entered the shooting area ( = 179). This is useful when including yourself in group photos or similar shots.
Page 137 ç Contents Join the subjects in the shooting area and look at the camera. After the camera detects a new face, the lamp blinking and self-timer sound will speed up. (When the flash fires, the lamp will remain lit.) About two seconds later, the camera will shoot.
Page 138 ç Contents Shooting Starry Skies (Star) Shooting People against Starry Skies (Star Portrait) Still Images Movies Capture beautiful shots of people against starry skies. After initially firing the flash to capture the person, the camera shoots twice without flash. The three images are combined into a single image and processed to make the stars more prominent.
Page 139 ç Contents Shoot. Press the shutter button. The flash fires as the camera takes the first shot. The second and third shots are now taken, without firing the flash. Have the person stay still until the lamp blinks. The person you are shooting should stay still until the lamp blinks three times after the third shot, which may take up to about...
Page 140 ç Contents ● For easier viewing, try choosing MENU ► [ ] tab ► [Night Display] ► [On] ( = 198) before shooting. ● To adjust subject brightness, try changing the flash exposure compensation ( = 190). ● To adjust background brightness, try changing the exposure compensation ( = 155).
Page 141 ç Contents Shooting Night Scenes under Starry Skies (Star Nightscape) Still Images Movies Capture impressive shots of starry skies above night scenes. Starlight in the image is automatically enhanced, making starry skies look beautiful. Choose [ ]. Follow steps 1 – 2 in “Specific Scenes”...
Page 142 ç Contents ● There will be a delay before you can shoot again, as the camera processes the images. ● For easier viewing, try choosing MENU ► [ ] tab ► [Night Display] ► [On] ( = 198) before shooting. To make stars brighter, choose MENU ( = 58) ►...
Page 143 ç Contents Shooting Star Trails (Star Trails) Still Images Movies Streaks created by the movement of stars through the sky are recorded in a single image. After determining the shutter speed and number of shots, the camera shoots continuously. A shooting session can last up to about two hours.
Page 144 ç Contents Shoot. Press the shutter button all the way down. [Busy] is displayed briefly, and then shooting begins. Do not disturb the camera while shooting. To cancel shooting, press the shutter button all the way down again. Note that cancellation may take up to about 60 seconds.
Page 145 ç Contents Shooting Movies of Star Movement (Star Time-Lapse Movie) Still Images Movies By recording a time-lapse movie that combines images shot at a specified interval, you can create movies with fast-moving stars. You can adjust the shooting interval and recording duration as needed.
Page 146 ç Contents Secure the camera. Mount the camera on a tripod or take other measures to keep it still. Check the brightness. Press the shutter button all the way down to shoot a single still image. Switch to Playback mode ( = 221) and check image brightness.
Page 147 ç Contents Item Options Details Choose movie effects, Effect such as star trails. 15 sec., 30 sec., Choose the interval Shot Interval 1 min. between each shot. Choose the movie frame Frame Rate rate. Choose the length of 60 min., 90 min., the recording session.
Page 148 ç Contents ● There will be a delay before you can shoot again, as the camera processes the images. ● If the camera runs out of battery power or memory card space, shooting stops and a movie created from the images up to that point is saved.
Page 149: Adjusting Colors
ç Contents Adjusting Colors Still Images Movies Colors can be manually adjusted in [ ] mode. Choose a shooting mode. Choose [ ] ( = 138), [ ] ( = 141), [ ] ( = 143), or [ ( = 145). Choose color adjustment.
Page 150: Shooting Movies In Standard Mode
ç Contents Shooting Various Movies Still Images Movies Shooting Movies in Standard Mode Still Images Movies Enter [ ] mode. Set the mode dial to [ Press the [ ] button, choose [ in the menu, and then choose ] ( = 56). Black bars are displayed on the top and bottom edges of the screen, and the subject is slightly...
Page 151: Locking Or Changing Image Brightness Before Shooting
ç Contents Locking or Changing Image Brightness before Shooting Still Images Movies You can lock the exposure before or during recording or adjust it in 1/3-stop increments within a range of −3 to +3 stops. Lock the exposure. Touch [ ] to lock the exposure.
Page 152: Shooting Iframe Movies
ç Contents Shooting iFrame Movies Still Images Movies Shoot movies that can be edited with iFrame-compatible software or devices. You can quickly edit, save, and manage your iFrame movies using the software ( = 366). Choose [ Set the mode dial to [ Press the [ ] button, choose [ in the menu, and then choose ] ( = 56).
Page 153 ç Contents P Mode More discerning shots, in your preferred shooting style ● Instructions in this chapter apply to the camera with the mode dial set to [ ] mode. ● [ ]: Program AE; AE: Auto Exposure ● Before using a function introduced in this chapter in modes other than [ ], make sure the function is available in that mode ( = 407).
Page 154 ç Contents Shooting in Program AE ([P] Mode) Still Images Movies You can customize many function settings to suit your preferred shooting style. Enter [ ] mode. Set the mode dial to [ ]. Customize the settings as desired (= 155 – = 198), and then shoot.
Page 155: Adjusting Image Brightness
ç Contents Image Brightness (Exposure) Adjusting Image Brightness (Exposure Compensation) Still Images Movies The standard exposure set by the camera can be adjusted in 1/3- stop increments, in a range of –3 to +3. As you watch the screen, turn the exposure compensation dial to adjust brightness.
Page 156: Changing The Metering Method
ç Contents ] is displayed, and the exposure is locked. To unlock AE, release the shutter button and press the [ ] button again. In this case, [ ] is no longer displayed. Compose the shot and shoot. Cannot be used with Touch Shutter ( = 84). ●...
Page 157: Linking The Spot Ae Point Frame To The Af Frame
ç Contents For typical shooting conditions, including Evaluative backlit shots. Automatically adjusts exposure to match the shooting conditions. Center Determines the average brightness of light across Weighted the entire image area, calculated by treating Avg. brightness in the central area as more important. Metering restricted to within the [ ] (Spot AE Spot...
Page 158: Changing The Iso Speed
ç Contents Changing the ISO Speed Still Images Movies Turn the [ ] ring to choose the ISO speed. The option you configured is now displayed. Automatically adjusts the ISO AUTO speed to suit the shooting mode and conditions. For shooting outdoors 125, 160, 200 in fair weather.
Page 159: Adjusting Iso Auto Settings
ç Contents ● To view the automatically determined ISO speed when you have set the ISO speed to [AUTO], press the shutter button halfway. ● Although choosing a lower ISO speed may reduce image graininess, there may be a greater risk of subject and camera shake in some shooting conditions.
Page 160: Changing The Noise Reduction Level
ç Contents Configure the setting. Choose a menu item to configure, and then choose the desired option ( = 58). ● You can also access the [ISO Auto Settings] screen when choosing the ISO speed in the FUNC. menu, by pressing the ] button.
Page 161 ç Contents Auto Exposure Bracketing (AEB Shooting) Still Images Movies Three consecutive images are captured at different exposure levels (standard exposure, underexposure, and then overexposure) each time you shoot. You can adjust the amount of underexposure and overexposure (relative to standard exposure) from –2 to +2 stops in 1/3-stop increments.
Page 162 ç Contents If exposure compensation is already in use ( = 155), the value ● specified for that function is treated as the standard exposure level for this function. ● You can also access the setting screen of step 2 by pressing the [ ] button when the exposure compensation screen ( = 155) is displayed.
Page 163 ç Contents You can also correct existing images ( = 269). ● ● You can customize camera operation so that turning the [ ] ring adjusts DR Correction or Shadow Correct settings ( = 208). Dynamic Range Correction (DR Correction) Still Images Movies Tone down bright image areas, which might otherwise look...
Page 164: Shadow Correct
ç Contents Shadow Correct Still Images Movies Automatically preserve image detail in shadows as follows. Press the [ ] button, choose [ in the menu, and then choose ] ( = 56). Once the setting is complete, [ is displayed. Using the ND Filter To shoot at slower shutter speeds and smaller aperture values, use the ND filter, which reduces light intensity to 1/8 the actual...
Page 165: Adjusting White Balance
ç Contents Image Colors Adjusting White Balance Still Images Movies By adjusting white balance (WB), you can make image colors look more natural for the scene you are shooting. Press the [ ] button, choose ] in the menu, and choose the desired option ( = 56).
Page 166: Custom White Balance
ç Contents Custom White Balance Still Images Movies For image colors that look natural under the light in your shot, adjust white balance to suit the light source where you are shooting. Set the white balance under the same light source that will illuminate your shot.
Page 167: Manually Correcting White Balance
ç Contents Manually Correcting White Balance Still Images Movies You can correct white balance. This adjustment can match the effect of using a commercially available color temperature conversion filter or color-compensating filter. Configure the setting. Follow the steps in “Adjusting White Balance”...
Page 168 ç Contents ● B: blue; A: amber; M: magenta; G: green ● You can customize camera operation so that the B and A adjustment screen can be accessed simply by turning the [ ] ring ( = 208). ● One level of blue/amber correction is equivalent to about 7 mireds on a color temperature conversion filter.
Page 169 ç Contents – My Colors Off Emphasizes contrast and color Vivid saturation, making images sharper. Tones down contrast and color saturation Neutral for subdued images. Sepia Creates sepia tone images. Creates black and white images. Combines the effects of Vivid Blue, Vivid Green, and Vivid Red to produce intense Positive Film yet natural-looking colors resembling...
Page 170: Custom Color
ç Contents Custom Color Still Images Movies Choose the desired level of image contrast, sharpness, color saturation, red, green, blue, and skin tones in a range of 1 – 5. Access the setting screen. Follow the steps in “Changing Image Color Tones (My Colors)” ( = 168) to choose [ ], and then press the [ ] button.
Page 171 ç Contents Shooting Range and Focusing Shooting Close-Ups (Macro) Still Images Movies To restrict the focus to subjects at close range, set the camera to [ ]. For details on the focusing range, see “Shooting Range” ( = 444). Press the [ ] button, choose [ ] (either press the [ ][ ] buttons or turn the [ ] dial), and then press the [ ] button.
Page 172: Shooting In Manual Focus Mode
ç Contents Shooting in Manual Focus Mode Still Images Movies When focusing is not possible in AF mode, use manual focus. You can specify the general focal position and then press the shutter button halfway to have the camera determine the optimal focal position near the position you specified.
Page 173 ç Contents Fine-tune the focus. Press the shutter button halfway to have the camera fine-tune the focal position (Safety MF). When you focus manually, the AF frame mode ( = 177) is ● [1-point] and AF frame size ( = 178) is [Normal], and these settings cannot be changed.
Page 174 ç Contents Easily Identifying the Focus Area (MF Peaking) Still Images Movies Edges of subjects in focus are displayed in color to make manual focusing easier. You can adjust the colors and the sensitivity (level) of edge detection as needed. Access the setting screen.
Page 175 ç Contents Focus Bracketing (Focus-BKT Mode) Still Images Movies Three consecutive images are captured each time you shoot, with the first one at the focal distance you set manually and the others at farther and nearer focal positions determined by presets. The distance from your specified focus can be set in three levels.
Page 176 ç Contents ● To access the screen in step 2, you can either touch [ ] on the screen in step 1 or touch [ ] on the manual focus screen ( = 172). ● You can also configure this setting by touching or dragging the bar on the screen in step 2 to specify a value and then touching [ Digital Tele-Converter Still Images...
Page 177: Changing The Af Frame Mode
ç Contents Changing the AF Frame Mode Still Images Movies Change the AF (auto focus) frame mode to suit the shooting conditions as follows. Press the [ ] button, choose [AF Frame] on the [ tab, and then choose the desired option ( = 58).
Page 178 ç Contents Moving and Resizing AF Frames (1-point) Still Images Movies When you want to change the position or size of the AF frame, set the AF frame mode to [1-point]. Move the AF frame. Touch the screen. An AF frame is displayed in orange where you touched (Touch AF).
Page 179: Face Aiaf
ç Contents ● You can also link the Spot AE Point frame to the AF frame ( = 157). ● You can also configure the AF frame size by pressing the ] button and choosing [AF Frame Size] on the [ ] tab ( = 58).
Page 180 ç Contents ● When no faces are detected, or when only gray frames are displayed (without a white frame), pressing the shutter button halfway will display green frames in the areas in focus. Note that the maximum number of frames depends on the aspect ratio ( = 99) setting.
Page 181: Shooting With Servo Af
ç Contents Shooting with Servo AF Still Images Movies This mode helps avoid missing shots of subjects in motion, because the camera continues to focus on the subject and adjust the exposure as long as you press the shutter button halfway. Configure the setting.
Page 182: Changing The Focus Setting
ç Contents Changing the Focus Setting Still Images Movies You can change default camera operation of constantly focusing on subjects it is aimed at, even when the shutter button is not pressed. Instead, you can limit camera focusing to the moment you press the shutter button halfway.
Page 183: Face Select
ç Contents Choosing a Person to Focus On (Face Select) Still Images Movies You can shoot after choosing a specific person’s face to focus on. Prepare the camera for Face Select. Set the AF frame to [Face AiAF] ( = 179). Assign [ ] to the [ ] button...
Page 184 ç Contents Choose the face to focus on. To switch the face frame [ ] to another detected face, press the ] button. After you have switched the face frame to all detected faces, [Face Select : Off] is displayed, and the specified AF frame mode screen is displayed again.
Page 185: Choosing Subjects To Focus On
ç Contents Choosing Subjects to Focus On (Touch AF) Still Images Movies You can shoot after choosing a person’s face or another subject to focus on. Set the AF frame to [Face AiAF] (= 179). Choose a person’s face or another subject to focus on.
Page 186: Shooting With The Af Lock
ç Contents ● If you prefer the camera not to shoot when you touch the screen, make sure [Touch Shutter] mode is deactivated. Press the ] button, choose [Touch Shutter] on the [ ] tab, and then choose [Off] ( = 58). ●...
Page 187: Shooting Continuously As The Camera Keeps The Subject In Focus
ç Contents Shooting Continuously as the Camera Keeps the Subject in Focus Still Images Movies Shoot continuously as the camera keeps the subject in focus. For details on the continuous shooting speed, see “Continuous Shooting Speed” ( = 444). Configure the setting. Press the [ ] button, choose [ ] (either press the [ ][ ] buttons or turn the [ ] dial), and then press...
Page 188: Changing The Flash Mode
ç Contents Flash Changing the Flash Mode Still Images Movies You can change the flash mode to match the shooting scene. For details on the flash range, see “Flash Range” ( = 443). Raise the flash. Move the [ ] switch. Configure the setting.
Page 189: Slow Synchro
ç Contents Fires for each shot. Slow Synchro Fires to illuminate the main subject (such as people) while shooting at a slower shutter speed to illuminate backgrounds out of flash range. ● In [ ] mode, mount the camera on a tripod or take other measures to keep it still and prevent camera shake.
Page 190: Adjusting The Flash Exposure Compensation
ç Contents Adjusting the Flash Exposure Compensation Still Images Movies Just as with regular exposure compensation ( = 155), you can adjust the flash exposure from –2 to +2 stops, in 1/3-stop increments. Raise the flash, press the [ ] button and immediately turn the [ ] ring to choose the compensation level, and then press the [ ] button.
Page 191: Shooting With The Fe Lock
ç Contents Shooting with the FE Lock Still Images Movies Just as with the AE lock ( = 155), you can lock the exposure for the flash shots. Raise the flash and set it to [ ] (= 188). Lock the flash exposure. Aim the camera at the subject to shoot with the exposure locked.
Page 192: Changing The Flash Timing
ç Contents Changing the Flash Timing Still Images Movies Change the timing of the flash and shutter release as follows. Access the setting screen. Press the [ ] button, choose [Flash Settings] on the ] tab, and then press the [ ] button ( = 58).
Page 193 ç Contents Shooting RAW Images Still Images Movies RAW images are “raw” (unprocessed) data, recorded with essentially no loss of image quality from the camera’s internal image processing. Use Digital Photo Professional ( = 366) to adjust RAW images as desired with minimal loss of image quality. Press the [ ] button, choose ] in the menu, and choose the desired option ( = 56).
Page 194 ç Contents ● When transferring RAW images (or RAW and JPEG images recorded together) to a computer, always use the dedicated software ( = 366). ], the noise reduction level ( = 160), i-Contrast ● With [ ] or [ ( = 162), and My Colors ( = 168) cannot be configured.
Page 195: Changing The Is Mode Settings
ç Contents Other Settings Changing the Compression Ratio (Image Quality) Still Images Movies Choose from two compression ratios, [ ] (Super Fine) and [ ] (Fine), as follows. For guidelines on how many shots at each compression ratio can fit on a memory card, see “Number of Shots per Memory Card”...
Page 196 ç Contents Configure the setting. Press the [ ] button, choose [IS Mode] on the [ ] tab, and then press the [ ][ ] buttons to choose the desired option ( = 58). Optimal image stabilization for the shooting Continuous conditions is automatically applied (Intelligent IS) ( = 77).
Page 197: Shooting Movies With Subjects At The Same Size Shown Before Shooting
ç Contents Shooting Movies with Subjects at the Same Size Shown before Shooting Still Images Movies Normally, once movie recording begins, the image display area changes and subjects are enlarged to allow for correction of significant camera shake. To shoot subjects at the same size shown before shooting, you can choose not to reduce significant camera shake.
Page 198 ç Contents Switching the Color of Shooting-Screen Information Still Images Movies Information displayed on the shooting screen and menus can be changed to a color suitable for shooting under low-light conditions. Enabling this setting is useful in modes such as [ ] ( = 138). Press the [ ] button, choose [Night Display] on the...
Page 199 ç Contents Tv, Av, M, and C Mode Take smarter, more sophisticated shots, and customize the camera for your shooting style ● Instructions in this chapter apply to the camera as set to the respective mode.
Page 200 ç Contents Specific Shutter Speeds ([Tv] Mode) Still Images Movies Set your preferred shutter speed before shooting as follows. The camera automatically adjusts the aperture value to suit your shutter speed. For details on available shutter speeds, see “Shutter Speed” ( = 445).
Page 201 ç Contents ● In conditions requiring slower shutter speeds, there may be a delay before you can shoot again, as the camera processes images to reduce noise. ● When shooting at low shutter speeds on a tripod, you should set [IS Mode] to [Off] ( = 195).
Page 202 ç Contents Specific Aperture Values ([Av] Mode) Still Images Movies Set your preferred aperture value before shooting as follows. The camera automatically adjusts the shutter speed to suit your aperture value. For details on available aperture values, see “Aperture” ( = 445). Enter [ ] mode.
Page 203 ç Contents Specific Shutter Speeds and Aperture Values ([M] Mode) Still Images Movies Follow these steps before shooting to set your preferred shutter speed and aperture value to obtain the desired exposure. For details on available shutter speeds and aperture values, see “Shutter Speed”...
Page 204: Adjusting The Flash Output
ç Contents ● After you set the shutter speed or aperture value, the exposure level may change if you adjust the zoom or recompose the shot. ● Screen brightness may change depending on your specified shutter speed or aperture value. However, screen brightness remains the same when the flash is up and the mode is set to [ ].
Page 205 ç Contents Specify the flash mode. Press the [ ] button, choose [Flash Settings] on the ] tab, and then press the [ ] button ( = 58). Press the [ ][ ] buttons to choose [Flash Mode], press the [ ][ ] buttons to choose [Manual], and then press the [ ] button.
Page 206: Configure The Settings
ç Contents Recording Movies at Specific Shutter Speeds and Aperture Values Still Images Movies Set your preferred shutter speed, aperture value, and ISO speed. For details on available shutter speeds, aperture values, and ISO speeds, see “Shutter Speed” ( = 445), “Aperture” ( = 445), and “Changing the ISO Speed”...
Page 207: Setup Via Touch Operations
ç Contents Setup via Touch Operations Set your preferred shutter speed, aperture value, and ISO speed using touch operations. Settings can also be adjusted during recording. Touch [ ], [ ], or [ ] on the screen, and then touch [ ][ ] to specify a value.
Page 208: Changing Control Ring Settings
ç Contents Customization for Shooting Styles Changing Control Ring Settings Still Images Movies Reassign control ring functions as follows. Using the control ring is an enjoyable way to control the camera as you would a fully manual camera. Choose a function to assign to the [ ] ring.
Page 209: Functions Assignable To The Control Ring
ç Contents Functions Assignable to the Control Ring Functions you can assign to the control ring vary depending on shooting mode, and those assignments determine which functions you can assign to the control dial. Shooting Mode Item – – – –...
Page 210: Assigning Functions To The Control Ring
ç Contents ● Icons labeled with [ ] indicate that the function is not available in the current shooting mode or under current function conditions. ● The [ ] ring can be used for step zooming in [ ], [ ], or movie mode ( = 80).
Page 211: Using The Control Ring For Adjustment
ç Contents ● You can also access the setting screen by choosing [ ] and touching [ ] in step 1 of “Changing Control Ring Settings” ( = 208). ● On the setting screen, you can also configure the functions assigned to the control ring by touching the functions and then Using the Control Ring for Adjustment Still Images...
Page 212: Customizing Display Information
ç Contents Available setting items vary by shooting mode. Note that the functions assigned to the control ring ( = 208) are not displayed in [ ], [ ], and [ ] modes. ISO: ISO speed ( = 158); Tv: shutter speed ( = 200); Av: ●...
Page 213: Assigning Functions To Buttons
ç Contents Displays shooting information ( = 402). Shooting Info Grid Lines Displays a reference grid. Electronic Level Displays the electronic level ( = 103). Displays a histogram ( = 227) in [ ], [ Histogram ], [ ], [ ], [ ], and [ ] modes.
Page 214 ç Contents Configure the setting. Press the [ ][ ][ ][ ] buttons or turn the [ ] dial to choose a function to assign, and then press the [ ] button. Use the assigned function as needed. To activate an assigned function, press the button you assigned it to.
Page 215: Choosing Items To Include In The Menu
ç Contents Customizing the FUNC. Menu (FUNC. Menu Layout) The display of FUNC. menu items can be customized. Functions not shown on this menu will be available on the [ ] tab of the menu screen. Choosing Items to Include in the Menu Still Images Movies Access the setting screen.
Page 216: Rearranging Menu Items
ç Contents Configure the setting. Press the [ ] button, choose [OK] (either press the [ ][ ] buttons or turn the [ ] dial), and then press the [ ] button. ● The screen in step 2 can also be accessed by holding down the ] button when the FUNC.
Page 217: Saving Shooting Settings
ç Contents Saving Shooting Settings Still Images Movies Save commonly used shooting modes and your configured function settings for reuse. To access saved settings later, simply turn the mode dial to [ ]. Even settings that are usually cleared when you switch shooting modes or turn the camera off (such as self-timer settings) can be retained this way.
Page 218 ç Contents Save the settings. Press the [ ][ ] buttons or turn the [ ] dial to choose [OK], and then press the [ ] button. ● To edit saved settings (except their shooting mode), choose [ ], change the settings, and then repeat steps 2 – 3. These setting details are not applied in other shooting modes.
Page 219 ç Contents Configure the setting. Press the [ ][ ] buttons or turn the [ ] dial to choose [Select items], and then press the [ ] button. Choose up to five menu items to save (either press the [ ][ ] buttons or turn the [ ] dial), and then press the [ ] button.
Page 220 ç Contents ● Grayed-out items in step 2 can also be specified, but they may not be available in some shooting modes. ● To make My Menu immediately accessible by pressing the ] button in Shooting mode, choose [Set default view] and press the [ ][ ] buttons to choose [Yes].
Page 221 ç Contents Playback Mode Have fun reviewing your shots, and browse or edit them in many ways ● To prepare the camera for these operations, press the [ button to enter Playback mode. ● It may not be possible to play back or edit images that were renamed or already edited on a computer, or images from other cameras.
Page 222 ç Contents Viewing Still Images Movies After shooting images or movies, you can view them on the screen as follows. Enter Playback mode. Press the [ ] button. Your last shot is displayed. Browse through your images. To view the previous image, press the [ ] button or turn the [ ] dial counterclockwise.
Page 223 ç Contents To browse images grouped by shooting date, press the [ ][ ] buttons in Scroll Display mode. Movies are identified by a [ icon. To play movies, go to step 3. Play movies. To start playback, press the [ ] button to access the movie control panel, choose [ ] (either...
Page 224 ç Contents ● To switch to Shooting mode from Playback mode, press the shutter button halfway. To deactivate Scroll Display, choose MENU ( = 58) ► [ ● ] tab ► [Scroll Display] ► [Off]. ● To have the most recent shot displayed when you enter Playback mode, choose MENU ( = 58) ►...
Page 225 ç Contents To browse images grouped by shooting date in Scroll Display mode, drag up or down. To start movie playback, touch [ ] in step 2 of “Viewing” ( = 222). To adjust the volume during movie playback, quickly drag up or down across the screen.
Page 226: Switching Display Modes
ç Contents Switching Display Modes Still Images Movies Press the [ ] button to view other information on the screen, or to hide the information. For details on the information displayed, see “Playback (Detailed Information Display)” ( = 404). No Information Display Simple Information Display Detailed Information Display...
Page 227 ç Contents RGB Histogram, GPS Information Display Overexposure Warning (for Image Highlights) Still Images Movies Washed-out highlights in the image flash on the screen in detailed information display ( = 226). Histogram Still Images Movies The graph in detailed information display ( = 226) is a histogram showing the distribution of brightness in the image.
Page 228 ç Contents RGB Histogram, GPS Information Display Still Images Movies The RGB histogram shows the distribution of shades of red, green, and blue in an image. The horizontal axis represents R, G, or B brightness, and the vertical axis, how much of the image is at that level of brightness.
Page 229 ç Contents ● You can also switch between the RGB histogram (still images only) and GPS information display by dragging the lower half of the screen upward or downward in detailed information display. Viewing Short Movies Created When Shooting Still Images (Digest Movies) Still Images Movies ] mode ( = 70)
Page 230: Viewing By Date
ç Contents ● You can also play digest movies by touching [ ] on the screen in step 1 and touching [OK] on the screen in step 2. Viewing by Date Digest movies can be viewed by date. Choose a movie. Press the [ ] button, choose [List/Play Digest Movies]...
Page 231: Checking People Detected In Face Id
ç Contents Checking People Detected in Face ID Still Images Movies If you switch the camera to simple information display mode ( = 226), the names of up to five detected people registered in Face ID ( = 88) will be displayed. Press the [ ] button several times until simple information display is activated, and then...
Page 232: Navigating Through Images In An Index
ç Contents Browsing and Filtering Images Navigating through Images in an Index Still Images Movies By displaying multiple images in an index, you can quickly find the images you are looking for. Display images in an index. Move the zoom lever toward ] to display images in an index.
Page 233 ç Contents ● To deactivate the 3D display effect (shown if you hold down the ] buttons or turn the [ ] dial rapidly), choose MENU ( = 58) ► [ ] tab ► [Index Effect] ► [Off]. Touch-Screen Operations Pinch in to switch from single- image display to index display.
Page 234 ç Contents Finding Images Matching Specified Conditions Still Images Movies Find desired images quickly on a memory card full of images by filtering image display according to your specified conditions. You can also protect ( = 247) or delete ( = 252) these images all at once.
Page 235 ç Contents Choose the first condition for image display or navigation. Press the [ ][ ] buttons to choose a display filter. When [ ] or [ ] is selected, you can view only images matching this condition by pressing the [ ][ ] buttons or turning the [ ] dial.
Page 236 ç Contents View the filtered images. Images matching your conditions are displayed in yellow frames. To view only these images, press the [ ][ ] buttons, or turn the [ ] dial. To cancel filtered display, press the [ ] button. ●...
Page 237 ç Contents Using the Control Ring to Jump between Images Still Images Movies Use the control ring to find and jump between desired images quickly by filtering image display according to your specified conditions. Displays images tagged as favorites Jump to Favorites ( = 258).
Page 238: Viewing Individual Images In A Group
ç Contents Touch-Screen Operations You can also jump to the previous or next image according to your jump method chosen in step 1 of “Using the Control Ring to Jump between Images” ( = 237) by dragging left or right with two fingers.
Page 239 ç Contents View images in the group individually. Pressing the [ ][ ] buttons or turning the [ ] dial will display only images in the group. Pressing the [ ] button will display [Display all images]. Press [ ] to cancel group playback. ●...
Page 240: Changing Names
ç Contents Editing Face ID Information If you notice that a name is incorrect during playback, you can change it or erase it. However, you cannot add names for people who are not detected by Face ID (names are not displayed), and for people whose names have been erased.
Page 241: Erasing Names
ç Contents Choose the editing option. Press the [ ][ ][ ][ ] buttons or turn the [ ] dial to choose [Overwrite], and then press the [ ] button. Choose the name of the person to overwrite with. Follow step 2 in “Overwriting and Adding Face Information”...
Page 242: Magnifying Images
ç Contents Image Viewing Options Magnifying Images Still Images Movies Magnify an image. Moving the zoom lever toward [ ] will zoom in and magnify the image. You can magnify images up to about 10x by continuing to hold the zoom lever. The approximate position of the displayed area (1) is shown for reference.
Page 243 ç Contents ● You can return to single-image display from magnified display by pressing the [ ] button. ● You can check the focus when [ ] is displayed by pressing the [ ] button to show the position in focus (Focus Check). When multiple positions are in focus, press the [ ] button repeatedly to switch to other positions.
Page 244: Viewing Slideshows
ç Contents Viewing Slideshows Still Images Movies Automatically play back images from a memory card as follows. Access the setting screen. Press the [ ] button, and then choose [Slideshow] on the ] tab ( = 58). Configure the setting. Choose a menu item to configure, and then choose the desired option ( = 58).
Page 245: Auto Playback Of Related Images
ç Contents ● To pause or resume slideshows, press the [ ] button. ● You can switch to other images during playback by pressing the [ ][ ] buttons or turning the [ ] dial. For fast-forward or fast- rewind, hold the [ ][ ] buttons down. ●...
Page 246 ç Contents Choose an image. Press the [ ][ ][ ][ ] buttons to choose the image you want to view next. Your chosen image is displayed in the center, surrounded by the next four candidate images. For full-screen display of the center image, press the [ ] button.
Page 247 ç Contents Protecting Images Still Images Movies Protect important images to prevent accidental erasure by the camera ( = 252). Choosing a Selection Method Access the setting screen. Press the [ ] button and choose [Protect] on the [ ] tab ( = 58).
Page 248: Choosing Images Individually
ç Contents Choosing Images Individually Choose [Select]. Following step 2 in “Choosing a Selection Method” ( = 247), choose [Select] and press the [ ] button. Choose an image. Press the [ ][ ] buttons or turn the [ ] dial to choose an image, and then press the [ ] button.
Page 249: Selecting A Range
ç Contents ● You can also select or clear images by touching the screen in step 2, and you can access the confirmation screen by touching ● You can also protect images by touching [OK] on the screen in step 3. Selecting a Range Choose [Select Range].
Page 250 ç Contents Choose an ending image. Press the [ ] button to choose [Last image], and then press the [ ] button. Press the [ ][ ] buttons or turn the [ ] dial to choose an image, and then press the [ ] button. Images before the first image cannot be selected as the last image.
Page 251: Protecting All Images At Once
ç Contents Protecting All Images at Once Choose [Protect All Images]. Following step 2 in “Choosing a Selection Method” ( = 247), choose [Protect All Images] and press the [ ] button. Protect the images. Press the [ ][ ] buttons or turn the [ ] dial to choose [OK], and then press the [ ] button.
Page 252 ç Contents Erasing Images Still Images Movies You can choose and erase unneeded images one by one. Be careful when erasing images, because they cannot be recovered. However, protected images ( = 247) cannot be erased. Choose an image to erase. Press the [ ][ ] buttons or turn the [ ] dial to choose an image.
Page 253: Erasing Multiple Images At Once
ç Contents ● You can also erase the current image by touching [Erase] on the screen in step 2. Images can also be erased by using Touch Actions ( = 260). ● Erasing Multiple Images at Once You can choose multiple images to erase at once. Be careful when erasing images, because they cannot be recovered.
Page 254 ç Contents Choosing Images Individually Choose [Select]. Following step 2 in “Choosing a Selection Method” ( = 253), choose [Select] and press the [ ] button. Choose an image. Once you choose an image following step 2 in “Choosing Images Individually” ( = 248), ] is displayed.
Page 255: Specifying All Images At Once
ç Contents Selecting a Range Choose [Select Range]. Following step 2 in “Choosing a Selection Method” ( = 253), choose [Select Range] and press the [ ] button. Choose images. Follow steps 2 – 3 in “Selecting a Range” ( = 249) to specify images. Erase the images.
Page 256 ç Contents Rotating Images Still Images Movies Change the orientation of images and save them as follows. Choose [Rotate]. Press the [ ] button and choose [Rotate] on the [ ] tab ( = 58). Rotate the image. Press the [ ][ ] buttons or turn the [ ] dial to choose an image.
Page 257: Deactivating Auto Rotation
ç Contents Deactivating Auto Rotation Follow these steps to deactivate automatic image rotation, which rotates images based on the current camera orientation. Press the [ ] button, choose [Auto Rotate] on the ] tab, and then choose [Off] ( = 58). Images cannot be rotated ( = 256) when you set [Auto Rotate] ●...
Page 258 ç Contents Tagging Images as Favorites Still Images Movies You can organize images by tagging them as favorites. By choosing a category in filtered playback, you can restrict the following operations to all of those images. “Viewing” ( = 222), “Viewing Slideshows” ( = 244), ●...
Page 259 ç Contents Finish the setup process. Press the [ ] button. A confirmation message is displayed. Press the [ ][ ] buttons or turn the [ ] dial to choose [OK], and then press the [ ] button. ● Images will not be tagged as favorites if you switch to Shooting mode or turn the camera off before finishing the setup process in step 3.
Page 260: Using Touch Actions Functions
ç Contents Convenient Control: Touch Actions Still Images Movies You can quickly and easily activate functions that you have assigned to four touch gestures (Touch Actions), in single-image display. Using Touch Actions Functions Drag across the screen as shown. The function assigned to [ ] is now activated.
Page 261: Changing Touch Actions Functions
ç Contents Changing Touch Actions Functions Simplify your preferred camera operations by reassigning dragging patterns to them as desired. Access the setting screen. Press the [ ] button, and then choose [Set Touch Actions] ] tab ( = 58). on the [ Assign a function to a Touch Action.
Page 262: Assignable Functions
ç Contents Assignable Functions Favorites Tag images as favorites, or untag the image. Switch to displaying the next image tagged Next Favorite as a favorite. Switch to displaying the previous image Previous Favorite tagged as a favorite. Switch to displaying the first image with the Next Date next shooting date.
Page 263: Resizing Images
ç Contents Editing Still Images Image editing ( = 263 – = 270) is only available when the ● memory card has sufficient free space. ● You can access editing screens for various functions by touching an image after choosing the function in the menu. ●...
Page 264 ç Contents Choose an image size. Press the [ ][ ] buttons or turn the [ ] dial to choose the size, and then press the [ ] button. [Save new image?] is displayed. Save the new image. Press the [ ][ ] buttons or turn the [ ] dial to choose [OK], and then press the [ ] button.
Page 265 ç Contents ● You can also configure this setting by touching the size on the screen in step 3, touching it again, and then touching [OK]. ● You can also view saved images by touching [Yes] on the screen in step 5. Cropping Still Images Movies...
Page 266 ç Contents ( 1 ) ( 2 ) ( 3 ) Adjust the cropping area. A frame is displayed around the portion of the image to be cropped (1). The original image is shown in the upper left, and a preview of the image as cropped (2) is shown in the lower right.
Page 267 ç Contents ● Editing is not possible for images shot at a resolution of [ ] ( = 100) or resized to [ ] ( = 263). ● RAW images cannot be edited. ● Images supported for cropping will have the same aspect ratio after cropping.
Page 268: Choose An Option
ç Contents Choose an image. Press the [ ][ ] buttons or turn the [ ] dial to choose an image, and then press the [ ] button. Choose an option. Press the [ ][ ] buttons or turn the [ ] dial to choose an option, and then press the [ ] button.
Page 269 ç Contents Correcting Image Brightness (i-Contrast) Still Images Movies Excessively dark image areas (such as faces or backgrounds) can be detected and automatically adjusted to the optimal brightness. Insufficient overall image contrast is also automatically corrected, to make subjects stand out better. Choose from four correction levels, and then save the image as a separate file.
Page 270: Correcting Red-Eye
ç Contents ● For some images, correction may be inaccurate or may cause images to appear grainy. ● Images may look grainy after repeated editing using this function. ● RAW images cannot be edited this way. ● If [Auto] does not produce the expected results, try correcting images using [Low], [Medium], or [High].
Page 271 ç Contents Correct the image. Press the [ ] button. Red-eye detected by the camera is now corrected, and frames are displayed around corrected image areas. Enlarge or reduce images as needed. Follow the steps in “Magnifying Images” ( = 242). Save as a new image and review.
Page 272 ç Contents Editing Movies Still Images Movies You can cut movies to remove unneeded portions at the beginning or end (excluding digest movies ( = 70)). Choose [ ]. Following steps 1 – 5 in “Viewing” ( = 222), choose [ ] and press the [ ] button.
Page 273 ç Contents Review the edited movie. Press the [ ][ ] buttons to choose [ ], and then press the [ ] button. The edited movie is now played. To edit the movie again, repeat step 2. To cancel editing, press the ] button, choose [OK] (either press the [ ][ ] buttons or turn the [ ] dial), and then press...
Page 274: Reducing File Sizes
ç Contents ● To overwrite the original movie with the cut one, choose [Overwrite] in step 4. In this case, the original movie will be erased. ● If the memory card lacks sufficient space, only [Overwrite] will be available. ● Movies may not be saved if the battery pack runs out while saving is in progress.
Page 275: Editing Digest Movies
ç Contents Editing Digest Movies Still Images Movies Individual chapters (clips) ( = 70) recorded in [ ] mode can be erased, as needed. Be careful when erasing clips, because they cannot be recovered. Select the clip to erase. Follow steps 1 – 2 in “Viewing Short Movies Created When Shooting Still Images (Digest Movies)”...
Page 276 ç Contents Confirm erasure. Press the [ ][ ] buttons or turn the [ ] dial to choose [OK], and then press the [ ] button. The clip is erased, and the short movie is overwritten. ● [ ] is not displayed if you select a clip when the camera is connected to a printer.
Page 277 ç Contents Wi-Fi Functions Send images wirelessly from the camera to a variety of compatible devices, and use the camera with Web services...
Page 278 Wi-Fi. ● Web Services Add your account information to the camera for CANON iMAGE GATEWAY online photography service or other Web services to send camera images to the services. Unsent images on the camera can also be sent automatically to a computer or Web service via CANON iMAGE GATEWAY.
Page 279 Before connecting to the camera, you must install the free dedicated CameraWindow app on the smartphone. For details on this application (supported smartphones and included functions), refer to the Canon website. ● No matter how you connect the devices, you can also use the smartphone to geotag ( = 328) camera images and shoot remotely ( = 329).
Page 280: Sending To A Smartphone Assigned To The Button
ç Contents Sending to a Smartphone Assigned to the Button Once you have connected to a smartphone initially by pressing the [ ] button, you can simply press the [ ] button after that to connect again for viewing and saving camera images on connected devices.
Page 281 ç Contents Press the [ ] button. Press the [ ] button. When the [Device Nickname] screen is displayed, press the [ ] button. Use the keyboard displayed to enter a nickname ( = 61). On the [Device Nickname] screen, choose [OK] (either press the [ ][ ] buttons or turn the [ ] dial), and then press the [ ] button.
Page 282 ç Contents Connect the smartphone to the network. In the smartphone’s Wi-Fi setting menu, choose the SSID (network name) displayed on the camera to establish a connection. Start CameraWindow. For an NFC-compatible Android smartphone (OS version 4.0 or later), activating NFC and touching the smartphone against the camera’s N-Mark ( ) will start CameraWindow on the...
Page 283: Import Images
ç Contents Choose a smartphone to connect to. Choose the smartphone (either by pressing the [ ][ ] buttons or by turning the [ ] dial), and then press the [ ] button. After a connection is established with the smartphone, the smartphone name is displayed on the camera.
Page 284 ç Contents ● Connections require that a memory card be in the camera. ● A message is displayed if the nickname you enter begins with a symbol or space. Press the [ ] button and enter a different nickname. ● For better security, you can display a password on the screen in step 3 by accessing MENU ( = 58) and choosing [ ] tab...
Page 285 ç Contents Access the Wi-Fi menu. Press the [ ] button to turn the camera on. Press the [ ] button. If a screen requesting the device nickname is displayed, enter the nickname ( = 280). Choose [ ]. Press the [ ][ ] buttons or turn the [ ] dial to choose [ ], and then press the [ ] button.
Page 286 ç Contents Adjust the privacy setting. Press the [ ][ ] buttons or turn the [ ] dial to choose [Yes], and then press the [ ] button. You can now use the smartphone to browse, import, or geotag images on the camera or shoot remotely.
Page 287 ç Contents To add multiple smartphones, repeat the above procedures starting from step 1. ● All images in the camera can be viewed from the connected smartphone when you choose [Yes] in step 5. To keep camera images private, so that they cannot be viewed from the smartphone, choose [No] in step 5.
Page 288: Using Another Access Point
ç Contents Using Another Access Point When connecting the camera to a smartphone with the [ ] button or through the Wi-Fi menu, you can also use an existing access point. Prepare for the connection. Access the [Waiting to connect] screen.
Page 289 ç Contents Connect to the access point and choose the smartphone. For WPS-compatible access points, connect to the access point and choose the smartphone as described in steps 5 – 8 in “Using WPS-Compatible Access Points” ( = 297). For non-WPS access points, follow steps 2 –...
Page 290: Previous Access Points
ç Contents Previous Access Points To reconnect to a previous access point automatically, follow step 3 in “Sending to a Smartphone Assigned to the Button” ( = 280) or step 4 in “Adding a Smartphone Using the Wi-Fi Menu” ( = 284). ●...
Page 291: Preparing To Register A Computer
Checking Your Computer Environment The camera can connect via Wi-Fi to computers running the following operating systems. For detailed system requirements and compatibility information, including support in new operating systems, visit the Canon website. ● Windows 8/8.1 ● Windows 7 SP1 ●...
Page 292: Installing The Software
* A USB cable is not included. Although you can install the software without using a cable, some features will not be added. Download the software. With a computer connected to the Internet, access http://www. canon.com/icpd/. Access the site for your country or region. Download the software. Begin the installation.
Page 293 ç Contents When a message is displayed prompting you to connect the camera, choose whether to connect or not. When Connecting the Camera to the Computer ( 2 ) With the camera turned off, open the cover (1). With the smaller plug of the USB cable in the ( 1 ) orientation shown, insert the plug...
Page 294 ç Contents Without Connecting the Camera Select [Install without connecting the device] and follow the on- screen instructions to complete the installation process. Install the files. Installation may take some time, depending on computer performance and the Internet connection. Click [Finish] or [Restart] on the screen after installation.
Page 295: Windows Only
For instructions on checking your network connection, refer to the computer user manual. Configure the setting. Click in the following order: [Start] menu ► [All Programs] ► [Canon Utilities] ► [CameraWindow] ► [Wi-Fi connection setup]. In the application that opens, follow the on-screen instructions and configure the setting.
Page 296: Saving Images To A Connected Computer
ç Contents Saving Images to a Connected Computer Connect to your access point via Wi-Fi as follows. Also refer to the access point user manual. Confirming Access Point Compatibility Confirm that the Wi-Fi router or base station conforms to the Wi-Fi standards in “Wi-Fi”...
Page 297 ç Contents ● If system administrator status is needed to adjust network settings, contact the system administrator for details. ● These settings are very important for network security. Exercise adequate caution when changing these settings. ● For information on WPS compatibility and for instructions on checking settings, refer to the access point user manual.
Page 298 ç Contents Access the Wi-Fi menu. Press the [ ] button to turn the camera on. Press the [ ] button. When the [Device Nickname] screen is displayed, press the [ ] button. Use the keyboard displayed to enter a nickname ( = 61).
Page 299 ç Contents Choose [WPS Connection]. Press the [ ][ ] buttons or turn the [ ] dial to choose [WPS Connection], and then press the [ ] button. Choose [PBC Method]. Press the [ ][ ] buttons or turn the [ ] dial to choose [PBC Method], and then press the [ ] button.
Page 300 Nothing will be displayed on the camera screen. Display CameraWindow. Windows: Access CameraWindow by clicking [Downloads Images From Canon Camera]. Mac OS: CameraWindow is automatically displayed when a Wi-Fi connection is established between the camera and computer.
Page 301 ç Contents Import images. Click [Import Images from Camera], and then click [Import Untransferred Images]. Images are now saved to the Pictures folder on the computer, in separate folders named by date. Click [OK] in the screen that is displayed after image import is complete.
Page 302: Connecting To Listed Access Points
ç Contents Connecting to Listed Access Points View the listed access points. View the listed networks (access points) as described in steps 1 – 4 of “Using WPS-Compatible Access Points” ( = 297). Choose an access point. Press the [ ][ ] buttons or turn the [ ] dial to choose a network (access point), and then press the [ ] button.
Page 303 ç Contents Choose [Auto]. Press the [ ][ ] buttons or turn the [ ] dial to choose [Auto], and then press the [ ] button. To save images to a connected computer, follow the procedure from step 8 in “Using WPS- Compatible Access Points”...
Page 304 ç Contents Previous Access Points You can reconnect to any previous access points automatically by following step 4 in “Using WPS-Compatible Access Points” ( = 297). ● To reconnect to the access point, confirm that the target device is already connected to it, and then follow the procedure from step 8 in “Using WPS-Compatible Access Points”...
Page 305: Registering Web Services
GATEWAY is available, visit the Canon website (http:// www.canon.com/cig/). ● You must have an account with Web services other than CANON iMAGE GATEWAY if you desire to use them. For further details, check the websites for each Web service you want to register. ●...
Page 306: Registering Canon Image Gateway
ç Contents Registering CANON iMAGE GATEWAY After linking the camera and CANON iMAGE GATEWAY, add CANON iMAGE GATEWAY as a destination Web service on the camera. Log in to CANON iMAGE GATEWAY and access the camera web link settings page.
Page 307 ç Contents Access the Wi-Fi menu. Press the [ ] button to turn the camera on. Press the [ ] button. When the [Device Nickname] screen is displayed, press the [ ] button. Use the keyboard displayed to enter a nickname ( = 61).
Page 308 ( = 297) or in steps 2 – 4 in “Connecting to Listed Access Points” ( = 302). Once the camera is connected to CANON iMAGE GATEWAY via the access point, an authentication code is displayed. Enter the authentication code.
Page 309 [ ] dial to choose [OK], and then press the [ ] button. Complete the setup process on the smartphone or computer. [ ] ( = 323) and CANON iMAGE GATEWAY are now added as destinations, and the [ icon changes to [...
Page 310: Registering Other Web Services
ç Contents Registering Other Web Services You can also add Web services besides CANON iMAGE GATEWAY to the camera. Note that CANON iMAGE GATEWAY must be registered on the camera first ( = 306). Access the Web service settings screen.
Page 311: Uploading Images To Web Services
ç Contents Uploading Images to Web Services Access the Wi-Fi menu. Press the [ ] button to turn the camera on. Press the [ ] button. Choose the destination. Choose the icon of the Web service for sharing (either press the [ ][ ] buttons or turn the [ ] dial), and then press the [ ] button.
Page 312 ç Contents When uploading to YouTube, read the terms of service, choose [I Agree], and press the [ ] button. Image transfer will begin. The screen darkens during image transfer. After the images are sent, [OK] is displayed. Press the [ ] button to return to the playback screen.
Page 313 ç Contents Printing Images Wirelessly from a Connected Printer Connect the camera to a printer via Wi-Fi to print as follows. These steps show how to use the camera as an access point, but you can also use an existing access point ( = 288). Access the Wi-Fi menu.
Page 314 ç Contents Connect the printer to the network. In the printer’s Wi-Fi setting menu, choose the SSID (network name) displayed on the camera to establish a connection. Choose the printer. Choose the printer name (either press the [ ][ ] buttons or turn the [ ] dial), and then press the [ ] button.
Page 315 ç Contents ● Connections require that a memory card with saved images be in the camera. ● Once you have connected to devices via the Wi-Fi menu, recent destinations will be listed first when you access the Wi-Fi menu. You can easily connect again by pressing the [ ] buttons to choose the device and then pressing the [ ] button.
Page 316 Connect two cameras via Wi-Fi and send images between them as follows. ● Only Canon-brand cameras equipped with a Wi-Fi function can be connected to wirelessly. Even Canon-brand cameras that support Eye-Fi cards cannot be connected to if they do not have a Wi-Fi function.
Page 317 ç Contents Follow steps 1 – 3 on the target camera too. Camera connection information will be added when [Start connection on target camera] is displayed on both camera screens. Send images. Turn the [ ] dial to choose an image to send, press the [ ][ ] buttons to choose [Send this image], and then press the [ ] button.
Page 318 ç Contents ● Connections require that a memory card be in the camera. ● Once you have connected to devices via the Wi-Fi menu, recent destinations will be listed first when you access the Wi-Fi menu. You can easily connect again by pressing the [ ] buttons to choose the device and then pressing the [ ] button.
Page 319: Sending Multiple Images
ç Contents Image Sending Options You can choose multiple images to send at once and change the image resolution (size) before sending. Some Web services also enable you to annotate the images you send. Sending Multiple Images Choose [Select and send]. On the image transfer screen, press the [ ][ ] buttons to choose [Select and send], and...
Page 320: Notes On Sending Images
ç Contents Send the images. Press the [ ][ ] buttons or turn the [ ] dial to choose [Send], and then press the [ ] button. ● You can also choose images in step 2 by moving the zoom lever twice toward [ ] to access single-image display and then pressing the [ ][ ] buttons or turning the [...
Page 321 ● Sending images to Web services will take less time when resending images you have already sent that are still on the CANON iMAGE GATEWAY server. Choosing the Image Resolution (Size) On the image transfer screen, choose [ ] by pressing the [ ][ ] buttons, and then press the [ ] button.
Page 322: Adding Comments
[ ] button. Add a comment (= 61). Send the image. ● When a comment is not entered, the comment set in CANON iMAGE GATEWAY is automatically sent. ● You can also annotate multiple images before sending them. The...
Page 323: Preparing The Camera
Sending Images Automatically (Image Sync) Images on the memory card that have not been transferred already can be sent to a computer or Web services via CANON iMAGE GATEWAY. Note that images cannot be sent only to Web services. Initial Preparations Preparing the Camera Register [ ] as the destination.
Page 324 ç Contents Choose the type of images to send (only when sending movies with images). Press the [ ] button and choose [Wi-Fi Settings] on the ] tab ( = 58). Press the [ ][ ] buttons to choose [Image Sync], and then press the [ ][ ] buttons to choose [Stills/Movies].
Page 325: Preparing The Computer
Mac OS: In the menu bar, click ], and then click [Add new camera]. A list of cameras linked to CANON iMAGE GATEWAY is displayed. Choose the camera from which images are to be sent. Once the camera is registered...
Page 326: Sending Images
Images sent from the camera are automatically saved to the computer. If the computer that you intend to send images to is turned off, the images will be stored temporarily on the CANON iMAGE GATEWAY server. Stored images are regularly erased, so make sure to turn on the computer and save the images.
Page 327 AC adapter kit (sold separately, = 357). ● Even if images were imported to the computer through a different method, any images not sent to the computer via CANON iMAGE GATEWAY will be sent to the computer. ●...
Page 328: Geotagging Images On The Camera
ç Contents Using a Smartphone to View Camera Images and Control the Camera You can do the following with the dedicated smartphone app CameraWindow. ● Browse images on the camera and save them to the smartphone Geotag images on the camera ( = 328) ●...
Page 329: Shooting Remotely
ç Contents Shooting Remotely As you check a shooting screen on your smartphone, you can use it to shoot remotely. Secure the camera. Once remote shooting begins, the camera lens will come out. Lens motion from zooming may also move the camera out of position. Keep the camera still by mounting it on a tripod or taking other measures.
Page 330 ç Contents Shoot. Use the smartphone to shoot. ● The camera works in [ ] mode during remote shooting. However, some FUNC. and MENU settings you have configured in advance may be changed automatically. ● Movie shooting is not available. ●...
Page 331: Editing Connection Information
ç Contents Editing or Erasing Wi-Fi Settings Edit or erase Wi-Fi settings as follows. Editing Connection Information Access the Wi-Fi menu and choose the device to edit. Press the [ ] button to turn the camera on. Press the [ ] button. Press the [ ][ ][ ][ ] buttons or turn the [ ] dial to choose the icon of the device to edit, and...
Page 332 ç Contents Choose an item to edit. Press the [ ][ ] buttons or turn the [ ] dial to choose an item to edit, and then press the [ ] button. The items you can change depend on what device or service the camera will access.
Page 333: Erasing Connection Information
ç Contents Erasing Connection Information Erase connection information (information about devices that you have connected to) as follows. Following step 4 in “Editing Connection Information” ( = 331), choose [Erase Connection Info] and press the [ ] button. After [Erase?] is displayed, press the [ ][ ] buttons or turn the [ ] dial to choose [OK], and then press the [ ] button.
Page 334 ç Contents Choose [Reset Settings]. Press the [ ][ ] buttons or turn the [ ] dial to choose [Reset Settings], and then press the [ ] button. Restore the default settings. Press the [ ][ ] buttons or turn the [ ] dial to choose [OK], and then press the [ ] button.
Page 335 ç Contents Setting Menu Customize or adjust basic camera functions for greater convenience...
Page 336: Silencing Camera Operations
ç Contents Adjusting Basic Camera Functions MENU ( = 58) functions on the [ ] tab can be configured. Customize commonly used functions as desired, for greater convenience. Silencing Camera Operations Silence camera sounds and movies as follows. Choose [Mute], and then choose [On].
Page 337: Adjusting The Volume
ç Contents Adjusting the Volume Adjust the volume of individual camera sounds as follows. Choose [Volume], and then press the [ ] button. Choose an item, and then press the [ ][ ] buttons to adjust the volume. Customizing Sounds Customize camera operating sounds as follows.
Page 338: Hiding Hints And Tips
ç Contents Hiding Hints and Tips Hints and tips are normally shown when you choose FUNC. ( = 56) or MENU ( = 58) items. If you prefer, you can deactivate this information. Choose [Hints & Tips], and then choose [Off]. Date and Time Adjust the date and time as follows.
Page 339: World Clock
ç Contents World Clock To ensure that your shots will have the correct local date and time when you travel abroad, simply register the destination in advance and switch to that time zone. This convenient feature eliminates the need to change the Date/Time setting manually. Before using the world clock, be sure to set the date and time and your home time zone, as described in “Setting the Date and Time”...
Page 340: Lens Retraction Timing
ç Contents Switch to the destination time zone. Press the [ ][ ] buttons or turn the [ ] dial to choose [ World], and then press the [ button. [ ] is now shown on the shooting screen ( = 402). ] mode ( = 39) will ●...
Page 341: Using Eco Mode
ç Contents Using Eco Mode This function allows you to conserve battery power in Shooting mode. When the camera is not in use, the screen quickly darkens to reduce battery consumption. Configure the setting. Choose [Eco Mode], and then choose [On]. ] is now shown on the shooting screen ( = 402).
Page 342 ç Contents Power-Saving Adjustment Adjust the timing of automatic camera and screen deactivation (Auto Power Down and Display Off, respectively) as needed ( = 51). Choose [Power Saving], and then press the [ ] button. After choosing an item, press the [ ][ ] buttons to adjust it as needed.
Page 343: Screen Brightness
ç Contents Screen Brightness Adjust screen brightness as follows. Choose [LCD Brightness], and then press the [ ][ ] buttons to adjust the brightness. ● For maximum brightness, press and hold the [ ] button for at least one second when the shooting screen is displayed or when in single-image display.
Page 344: Formatting Memory Cards
ç Contents Formatting Memory Cards Before using a new memory card or a card formatted in another device, you should format the card with this camera. Formatting erases all data on a memory card. Before formatting, copy images on the memory card to a computer, or take other steps to back them up.
Page 345 ç Contents ● Formatting or erasing data on a memory card only changes file management information on the card and does not erase the data completely. When transferring or disposing of memory cards, take steps to protect personal information if necessary, as by physically destroying cards.
Page 346: File Numbering
ç Contents ● Low-level formatting takes longer than “Formatting Memory Cards” ( = 344), because data is erased from all storage regions of the memory card. ● You can cancel low-level formatting in progress by choosing [Stop]. In this case, all data will be erased, but the memory card can be used normally.
Page 347 ç Contents Date-Based Image Storage Instead of saving images in folders created each month, you can have the camera create folders each day you shoot to store shots taken that day. Choose [Create Folder], and then choose [Daily]. Images will now be saved in folders created on the shooting date.
Page 348: Electronic Level Calibration
ç Contents Electronic Level Calibration Calibrate the electronic level if it seems ineffective in helping you level the camera. For greater calibration accuracy, display grid lines ( = 212) to help you level the camera in advance. Make sure the camera is level. Place the camera on a flat surface, such as a table.
Page 349 ç Contents Deactivating Touch-Screen Operations The touch-screen can be disabled to prevent unintended touch operations. Choose [Touch Operation], and then choose [Off]. Increasing Touch-Screen Panel Sensitivity Sensitivity of the touch-screen panel can be increased, so that the camera responds to a lighter touch. Choose [Touch Response], and then choose [High].
Page 350: Setting Copyright Information To Record In Images
ç Contents Setting Copyright Information to Record in Images To record the author’s name and copyright details in images, set this information beforehand as follows. Choose [Copyright Info], and then press the [ ] button. Press the [ ][ ] buttons or turn the [ ] dial to choose [Enter Author’s Name] or [Enter Copyright Details].
Page 351: Deleting All Copyright Information
ç Contents Deleting All Copyright Information You can delete both the author’s name and copyright details at the same time as follows. Follow the steps in “Setting Copyright Information to Record in Images” ( = 350) and choose [Delete Copyright Info]. Press the [ ][ ] buttons or turn the [ ] dial to choose [OK], and then press the [ ] button.
Page 352: Adjusting Other Settings
ç Contents Display Language Change the display language as needed. Choose [Language ], and then press the [ ] button. Press the [ ][ ][ ][ ] buttons or turn the [ ] dial to choose a language, and then press the [ ] button.
Page 353: Restoring Defaults
ç Contents Restoring Defaults If you accidentally change a setting, you can restore default camera settings. Access the [Reset All] screen. Choose [Reset All], and then press the [ ] button. Restore default settings. Press the [ ][ ] buttons or turn the [ ] dial to choose [OK], and then press the [ ] button.
Page 354 ç Contents Accessories Enjoy the camera in more ways with optional Canon accessories and other compatible accessories sold separately...
Page 355 ç Contents System Map Included Accessories Battery Pack Battery Charger Wrist Strap NB-13L* CB-2LH/CB-2LHE* USB Cable (camera end: Mini-B)* Memory Card Card Reader Computer PictBridge-Compatible Printers Power HDMI Cable (camera end: Type D)* Cables Stereo AV Cable AC Adapter Kit TV/Video AVC-DC400ST ACK-DC110...
Page 356 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 357: Power Supplies
The message [Battery communication error] is displayed if you use a non-genuine Canon battery pack, and user response is required. Note that Canon shall not be liable for any damages resulting from accidents, such as malfunction or fire, that occur due to use of non-genuine Canon battery packs.
Page 358: Flash Unit
ç Contents AC Adapter Kit ACK-DC110 For powering the camera using household power. Recommended when using the camera over extended periods, or when connecting the camera to a printer or computer. Cannot be used to charge the battery pack in the camera.
Page 359: Other Accessories
Stereo AV Cable AVC-DC400ST Connect the camera to a TV to enjoy playback on the larger TV screen. Printers Canon-Brand PictBridge- Compatible Printers Even without using a computer, you can print images by connecting the camera directly to a printer.
Page 360: Playback On A Tv
ç Contents Using Optional Accessories Still Images Movies Playback on a TV Still Images Movies By connecting the camera to a TV, you can view your shots on the larger screen of the TV. For details on connection or how to switch inputs, refer to the TV manual.
Page 361 ç Contents Connect the camera to the TV. On the TV, insert the cable plug fully into the HDMI input as shown. On the camera, open the terminal cover and insert the cable plug fully into the camera terminal. Turn the TV on and switch to video input.
Page 362 ç Contents ● It is not possible to connect the USB cable or an optional stereo AV cable at the same time as an HDMI cable. Forcing the cables into the camera at the same time may damage the camera or cables.
Page 363: Display Images
ç Contents On the camera, open the terminal cover and insert the cable plug fully into the camera terminal. Display images. Follow steps 3 – 4 in “Playback on a High-Definition TV” ( = 360) to display images. ● Correct display is not possible unless the camera video output format (NTSC or PAL) matches the TV format.
Page 364: Powering The Camera With Household Power
ç Contents Powering the Camera with Household Power Still Images Movies Powering the camera with AC Adapter Kit ACK-DC110 (sold separately) eliminates the need to monitor the remaining battery level. Make sure the camera is off. Open the cover. ( 2 ) Follow step 1 in “Inserting the Battery Pack and Memory Card”...
Page 365 ç Contents Make sure the coupler cable passes through the port (1). ( 1 ) Close the cover. Lower the cover (1) and hold it ( 2 ) down as you slide the switch, until it clicks into the closed position (2). ( 1 ) Connect the power cord.
Page 366: Software Instruction Manual
ç Contents Using the Software The software available for download from the Canon website is introduced below, with instructions for installation and saving images to a computer. Software After downloading the software from the Canon website and installing it, you can do the following things on your computer.
Page 367: Computer Connections Via A Cable
Computer Connections via a Cable Checking Your Computer Environment The software can be used on the following computers. For detailed system requirements and compatibility information, including support in new operating systems, visit the Canon website. Windows Mac OS Operating Windows 8/8.1 Mac OS X 10.9...
Page 368: Saving Images To A Computer
ç Contents Saving Images to a Computer Windows 7 and Mac OS X 10.8 are used here for the sake of illustration. For other functions, refer to the help system of the relevant software (some software excluded). Connect the camera to the computer.
Page 369 Windows: Follow the steps introduced below. In the screen that displays, click the ] link to modify the program. Choose [Downloads Images From Canon Camera] and then click [OK]. Double-click [ Save the images to the computer. Click [Import Images from Camera], and then click [Import Untransferred Images].
Page 370 ç Contents ● Windows 7: If the screen in step 2 is not displayed, click the [ icon in the taskbar. ● Mac OS: If CameraWindow is not displayed after step 2, click the [CameraWindow] icon in the Dock. ● Although you can save images to a computer simply by connecting your camera to the computer without using the software, the following limitations apply.
Page 371: Easy Print
A Canon SELPHY CP series compact photo printer is used here for the sake of illustration. Screens displayed and available functions vary by printer. Also refer to the printer manual for additional information.
Page 372 ç Contents Connect the camera to the printer. Open the terminal cover. Holding the smaller cable plug in the orientation shown, insert the plug fully into the camera terminal. Connect the larger cable plug to the printer. For other connection details, refer to the printer manual.
Page 373: Configuring Print Settings
5 after printing is finished. When you are finished printing, turn the camera and printer off and disconnect the cable. ● For Canon-brand PictBridge-compatible printers (sold separately), see “Printers” ( = 359). ● RAW images cannot be printed. Configuring Print Settings...
Page 374 ç Contents Default Matches current printer settings. Date Prints images with the date added. Prints images with the file number added. File No. Prints images with both the date and file Both number added. – Default Matches current printer settings. –...
Page 375: Cropping Images Before Printing
ç Contents Cropping Images before Printing Still Images Movies By cropping images before printing, you can print a desired image area instead of the entire image. Choose [Cropping]. After following step 1 in “Configuring Print Settings” ( = 373) to access the printing screen, choose [Cropping] and press the [ ] button.
Page 376: Choosing Paper Size And Layout Before Printing
ç Contents Choosing Paper Size and Layout before Printing Still Images Movies Choose [Paper Settings]. After following step 1 in “Configuring Print Settings” ( = 373) to access the printing screen, choose [Paper Settings] and press the [ ] button. Choose a paper size.
Page 377: Available Layout Options
ç Contents Available Layout Options Default Matches current printer settings. Bordered Prints with blank space around the image. Borderless Borderless, edge-to-edge printing. N-up Choose how many images to print per sheet. Prints images for identification purposes. ID Photo Only available for images with a resolution of L and an aspect ratio of 3:2.
Page 378: Printing Movie Scenes
ç Contents Choose the printing area. Follow step 2 in “Cropping Images before Printing” ( = 375) to choose the printing area. Print the image. Printing Movie Scenes Still Images Movies Access the printing screen. Follow steps 1 – 5 in “Easy Print” ( = 371) to choose a movie, and then press the [ ] button.
Page 379: Movie Printing Options
To cancel printing in progress, press the [ ] button, choose [OK], and then press the [ ] button again. ● [ID Photo] and [Sequence] cannot be chosen on Canon-brand PictBridge-compatible printers from CP720/CP730 and earlier models. Adding Images to the Print List (DPOF) Still Images...
Page 380 ç Contents Configuring Print Settings Still Images Movies Specify the printing format, whether to add the date or file number, and other settings as follows. These settings apply to all images in the print list. Press the [ ] button, and then choose [Print Settings] on the [ ] tab.
Page 381: Setting Up Printing For Individual Images
Specifying [Index] will prevent you from choosing [On] for both [Date] and [File No.] at the same time. ● Index printing is not available on some Canon-brand PictBridge- compatible printers (sold separately). ● The date is printed in a format matching setting details in [Date/ ] tab ( = 37).
Page 382 ç Contents Choose an image. Press the [ ][ ] buttons or turn the [ ] dial to choose an image, and then press the [ ] button. You can now specify the number of copies. If you specify index printing for the image, it is labeled with a [ icon.
Page 383: Setting Up Printing For A Range Of Images
ç Contents Setting Up Printing for a Range of Images Still Images Movies Following step 1 in “Setting Up Printing for Individual Images” ( = 381), choose [Select Range] and press the [ ] button. Follow steps 2 – 3 in “Selecting a Range”...
Page 384: Clearing All Images From The Print List
ç Contents Clearing All Images from the Print List Following step 1 in “Setting Up Printing for Individual Images” ( = 381), choose [Clear All Selections] and press the [ ] button. Press the [ ][ ] buttons or turn the [ ] dial to choose [OK], and then press the [ ] button.
Page 385: Adding Images To A Photobook
ç Contents Adding Images to a Photobook Still Images Movies Photobooks can be set up on the camera by choosing up to 998 images on a memory card and importing them into the software on your computer, where they are stored in their own folder. This is convenient when ordering printed photobooks online or printing photobooks with your own printer.
Page 386: Adding Images Individually
ç Contents Adding Images Individually Still Images Movies Choose [Select]. Following the procedure in “Choosing a Selection Method” ( = 385), choose [Select] and press the [ ] button. Choose an image. Press the [ ][ ] buttons or turn the [ ] dial to choose an image, and then press the [ ] button.
Page 387: Adding All Images To A Photobook
ç Contents Adding All Images to a Photobook Still Images Movies Following the procedure in “Choosing a Selection Method” ( = 385), choose [Select All Images] and press the [ ] button. Press the [ ][ ] buttons or turn the [ ] dial to choose [OK], and then press the [ ] button.
Page 388 ç Contents Appendix Helpful information when using the camera...
Page 389 Close the cover, turn the camera on, and then turn it off again ( = 34). The battery pack is swollen. ● Battery swelling is normal and does not pose any safety concerns. However, if battery swelling prevents the battery pack from fitting in the camera, contact a Canon Customer Support Help Desk.
Page 390 ç Contents Display on a TV Camera images look distorted or not displayed on a TV ( = 360). Shooting Cannot shoot. In Playback mode ( = 221), press the shutter button halfway ( = 52). ● Strange display on the screen under low light ( = 55). Strange display on the screen when shooting.
Page 391 ç Contents Shots are out of focus. ● Press the shutter button halfway to focus on subjects before pressing it all the way down to shoot ( = 52). Make sure subjects are within focusing range ( = 444). ● Set [AF-assist Beam] to [On] ( = 107).
Page 392 ç Contents Subjects in flash shots look too bright, highlights are washed-out. Shoot within flash range ( = 443). ● ] ( = 66). ● Lower the flash and set the flash mode to [ ● Adjust brightness by using flash exposure compensation or changing the flash output level ( = 190, = 204).
Page 393 ç Contents Touch AF or Touch Shutter does not work. ● Touch AF or Touch Shutter will not work if you touch the edges of the screen. Touch closer to the center of the screen. Shooting Movies The elapsed time shown is incorrect, or recording is interrupted. ●...
Page 394 ç Contents Playback Playback is not possible. ● Image or movie playback may not be possible if a computer is used to rename files or alter the folder structure. Refer to “Software Instruction Manual” ( = 366) for details on folder structure and file names. Playback stops, or audio skips.
Page 395 ç Contents Wi-Fi Cannot access the Wi-Fi menu by pressing the [ ] button. ● The Wi-Fi menu is not available in Shooting mode. Switch to Playback mode and try again. ● In Playback mode, the Wi-Fi menu cannot be accessed during magnified display or index display.
Page 396 Image Sync via an access point ( = 323). Before moving or renaming these image files or folders on the computer, make sure the images have already been sent to CANON iMAGE GATEWAY or other Web services.
Page 397 If the same error message is displayed even after you have formatted a supported memory card ( = 3) and have inserted it facing the correct way ( = 34), contact a Canon Customer Support Help Desk. Insufficient space on card There is not enough free space on the memory card to shoot ( = 66, ●...
Page 398 ç Contents No Image. ● The memory card does not contain any images that can be displayed. Protected! ( = 247) Unidentified Image/Incompatible JPEG/Image too large./Cannot play back MOV/Cannot play back MP4 ● Unsupported or corrupt images cannot be displayed. ●...
Page 399 ● Frequent display of this error message may indicate camera damage. In this case, write down the error number (Exx) and contact a Canon Customer Support Help Desk. File Error Correct printing ( = 371) may not be possible for photos from other ●...
Page 400 ç Contents Wi-Fi Connection failed ● No access points were recognized. Check the access point settings ( = 296). ● A device could not be found. Turn the camera off and on again, and retry the connection. ● Check the device you want to connect to and make sure it is ready for connection.
Page 401 Sending failed Memory card error ● If the same error message is displayed even when you have inserted a formatted memory card facing the correct way, contact a Canon Customer Support Help Desk. Receiving failed Insufficient space on card ●...
Page 402 ç Contents On-Screen Information Shooting (Information Display) ( 33 ) ( 11 )( 12 )( 13 ) ( 14 )( 15 )( 16 ) ( 17 ) ( 18 ) ( 19 ) ( 1 ) ( 30 ) ( 20 ) ( 2 ) ( 3 ) ( 21 )
Page 403: Battery Level
ç Contents (15) Movie quality ( = 102) (26) Aperture value ( = 202, = 203) (16) Digital zoom magnification ( = 79), Digital tele- (27) Exposure compensation level converter ( = 176) ( = 155) (17) Remaining time ( = 443) (28) ISO speed ( = 158) (18) Histogram ( = 227) (29) Grid lines ( = 212)
Page 404 ç Contents Playback (Detailed Information Display) ( 1 ) ( 2 ) ( 3 ) ( 4 ) ( 5 ) ( 6 )( 7 )( 8 )( 9 ) ( 10 ) ( 11 ) ( 12 ) ( 13 ) ( 14 ) ( 15 ) ( 16 )
Page 405 ç Contents (21) My Colors ( = 168, = 267) (29) Group playback ( = 238) (22) Focusing range (30) Compression (image quality) ( = 171, = 172) ( = 195) / Resolution ( = 100, = 102), Digest (23) ND filter ( = 164) movies ( = 70), RAW (24) Red-eye correction ( = 270) ( = 193), MP4 (movies)
Page 406: Summary Of Movie Control Panel
ç Contents Summary of Movie Control Panel The following operations are available on the movie control panel accessed as described in “Viewing” ( = 222). Touch to display the volume panel, and then touch [ ][ ] to adjust the volume. At a volume of 0, [ ] is displayed. Play Slow Motion (To adjust the playback speed, press the [ ][ ] buttons or turn the [ ] dial.
Page 407: Functions Available In Each Shooting Mode
ç Contents Functions and Menu Tables Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode Available or automatically set functions are indicated by black icons, such as Unavailable functions are indicated by gray icons, such as Exposure Compensation ( = 155) Drive Mode ( = 187)
Page 408 ç Contents Flash ( = 188) Flash Exposure Compensation ( = 190)
Page 409 ç Contents Flash Output Level ( = 204) Av/Tv Settings ( = 200, = 202) Aperture Value Shutter Speed Program Shift ( = 155) AE Lock/FE Lock ( = 151, = 155, = 191)* AE Lock (during recording)/Exposure Compensation ( = 213)*...
Page 410 ç Contents ] or movie button) ( = 186) AF Lock (when assigned to the [ Focusing Range ( = 117, = 171, = 172) AF/MF Switching (during recording) ( = 150, = 172, = 207)
Page 411 ç Contents Move AF Frame ( = 178) Touch AF ( = 185) Face Select ( = 183) Change Display ( = 55) Options vary depending on the assigned shooting mode. ] is set with [ ], AF lock, or [ Not available, but switches to [ ] in some cases.
Page 412 ç Contents FUNC. Menu DR Correction ( = 163) Shadow Correction ( = 164)
Page 413 ç Contents ISO Speed ( = 158) AUTO 125 – 12800 White Balance ( = 165)
Page 414 ç Contents White Balance Correction ( = 167) Underwater White Balance Correction ( = 118) Color Adjustment (Biaxial, = 149) My Colors ( = 168)
Page 415 ç Contents Bracketing ( = 161, = 175) Self-Timer ( = 81)
Page 416 ç Contents Self-Timer Settings ( = 83) Delay* Shots* Metering Method ( = 156) ND Filter ( = 164)
Page 417 ç Contents Still Image Aspect Ratio ( = 99) Image Type ( = 193)
Page 418 ç Contents Resolution ( = 100) Compression ( = 195) Movie Quality ( = 102)
Page 419 ç Contents Options vary depending on the assigned shooting mode. Advanced settings not available. White balance is not available. Set in a range of 1 – 5: contrast, sharpness, color saturation, red, green, blue, and skin tone. Cannot be set to 0 seconds in modes without selection of the number of shots.
Page 420: Shooting Tab
ç Contents Shooting Tab AF Frame ( = 177) Face AiAF* 1-point AF Frame Size ( = 178)* Normal Small Digital Zoom ( = 79) Standard...
Page 421 ç Contents 1.6x/2.0x AF-Point Zoom ( = 104) Servo AF ( = 181)
Page 422 ç Contents Continuous AF ( = 182) Touch Shutter ( = 84) AF-assist Beam ( = 107)
Page 423 ç Contents MF-Point Zoom ( = 172) Safety MF ( = 172)
Page 424 ç Contents MF Peaking Settings ( = 174) Peaking On/Off Level Low/High Color Red/Yellow/Blue Flash Settings ( = 108, = 190, = 192, = 204) Flash Mode Auto Manual...
Page 425 ç Contents Flash Exp. Comp Flash Output Shutter Sync. Red-Eye Lamp Safety FE...
Page 426 ç Contents ISO Auto Settings ( = 159) Max ISO Speed Rate of Change High ISO NR ( = 160) Low/Standard/High Hg Lamp Corr. ( = 101) On/Off...
Page 427 ç Contents Spot AE Point ( = 156) Center AF Point Safety Shift ( = 202) Wind Filter ( = 73) Auto/Off...
Page 428 ç Contents Review image after shooting ( = 109) Display Time Off/Quick 2 sec./4 sec./8 sec. Hold Display Info Detailed...
Page 429 ç Contents Blink Detection ( = 105) Custom Display ( = 212) Shooting Info/Grid Lines/Electronic Level/Histogram Night Display ( = 198) On/Off FUNC. Menu Layout ( = 215)
Page 430 ç Contents Reverse Disp. ( = 54) On/Off IS Settings ( = 195) IS Mode Continuous Shoot Only Dynamic IS...
Page 431 ç Contents Digest Type ( = 70) Include Stills/No Stills Stills ( = 145) Save On/Off Star Emphasis ( = 138, = 141) Sharp/Off/Soft Star Portrait Settings ( = 138) Star Visibility Standard/Prominent...
Page 432 ç Contents Star Time-Lapse Movie Setting ( = 145) Effect Shot Interval 15 sec./30 sec./1 min. Frame Rate Shooting Time 60 min./90 min./120 min./Unlimited Face ID Settings ( = 88) On/Off...
Page 433 ç Contents Set Control Ring Func. ( = 208) button ( = 213) button ( = 213) Save Settings ( = 217) Options vary depending on the assigned shooting mode. Operation when no faces are detected varies by shooting mode. Available when the AF frame is set to [1-point].
Page 434: Set Up Tab
ç Contents Set Up Tab Item Ref. Page = 336 Mute = 337 Volume = 337 Sound Options = 338 Hints & Tips = 338 Date/Time = 339 Time Zone = 340 Lens Retraction = 341 Eco Mode = 51, = 342 Power Saving = 343 LCD Brightness...
Page 435: My Menu Tab
ç Contents Item Ref. Page Mobile Device Connect = 280 Button = 350 Copyright Info = 351 Certification Logo Display = 352 Language = 353 Reset All My Menu Tab Item Ref. Page = 218 My Menu settings Playback Tab Item Ref.
Page 436 ç Contents Item Ref. Page = 385 Photobook Set-up = 269 i-Contrast = 270 Red-Eye Correction = 265 Cropping = 263 Resize = 267 My Colors = 231 Face ID Info = 222 Transition Effect = 232 Index Effect = 222 Scroll Display = 238 Group Images...
Page 437: Print Tab
ç Contents Print Tab Item Ref. Page – Print = 381 Select Images & Qty. = 383 Select Range = 383 Select All Images = 384 Clear All Selections = 380 Print Settings...
Page 438 ● Use a blower brush to remove dust from the lens. If cleaning is difficult, contact a Canon Customer Support Help Desk. ● To prevent condensation from forming on the camera after sudden temperature changes (when the camera is transferred...
Page 439: Camera Specifications
Effective Pixels: Approx. 1,040,000 dots Design rule for Camera File system, DPOF File Format (version 1.1) compliant Still Images: Exif 2.3 (JPEG), RAW (CR2 (Canon Original)) Data Type Movies: MP4 (Video: MPEG-4 AVC / H.264; Audio: MPEG-4 AAC-LC (stereo)) Hi-speed USB...
Page 440 ç Contents Wi-Fi IEEE 802.11b/g/n* Standards * 2.4 GHz band only Transmission OFDM modulation (IEEE 802.11g/n) Methods DSSS modulation (IEEE 802.11b) Infrastructure mode* , Ad hoc mode* Communication *1 Supports Wi-Fi Protected Setup Modes *2 Wi-Fi CERTIFIED IBSS Supported 1 – 11 (PC2201) or 1 – 13 (PC2155) Channels Model numbers indicated in parentheses WEP, WPA-PSK (AES/TKIP),...
Page 441 ç Contents Number of Shots/Recording Time, Playback Time Number of Shots Approx. 210 Number of Shots (Eco Mode On) Approx. 310 Movie Recording Time* Approx. 40 minutes Movie Recording Time Approx. 1 hour, 10 minutes (Continuous Shooting* Playback Time Approx. 4 hours Time under default camera settings, when normal operations are performed, such as shooting, pausing, turning the camera on and off, and zooming.
Page 442: Number Of Shots Per Memory Card
(Medium 2) 4M/2304x1536 7442 30040 24562 99135 (Small) 0.3M/720x480 35089 141622 RAW Images – 1385 5472x3648 ● The values in the table are based on Canon measurement conditions and may change depending on the subject, memory card and camera settings.
Page 443: Recording Time Per Memory Card
26 min. 22 sec. for iFrame movies ( = 152). 1 hr. 46 min. 33 sec. for iFrame movies ( = 152). ● The values in the table are based on Canon measurement conditions and may change depending on the subject, memory card and camera settings.
Page 444: Shooting Range
Approx. 6.5 shots/sec. Approx. 4.4 shots/sec. Approx. 4.4 shots/sec. ● Using an 8 GB UHS-I memory card specified in Canon testing standards. Note that the number of shots varies depending on subjects, the brand of memory card, and other factors.
Page 445: Shutter Speed
ç Contents Shutter Speed ] mode, 1 – 1/2000 sec. automatically set range 250, 200, 160, 125, 100, 80, 60, 50, 40, 30, 25, 20, 15, 13, 10, 8, 6, 5, 4, 3.2, 2.5, 2, Available values in 1.6, 1.3, 1, 0.8, 0.6, 0.5, 0.4, 0.3, 1/4, 1/5, ], [ ], or [ 1/6, 1/8, 1/10, 1/13, 1/15, 1/20, 1/25, 1/30,...
Page 446 ç Contents Battery Pack NB-13L Type: Rechargeable lithium-ion battery Nominal Voltage: 3.6 V DC Nominal Capacity: 1250 mAh Charging Cycles: Approx. 300 times Operating Temperatures: 0 – 40 °C (32 – 104 °F) Dimensions: 29.6 x 42.0 x 9.5 mm (1.17 x 1.65 x 0.37 in.) Weight: Approx.
Page 447 AE lock 155 CameraWindow (computer) 366 AF frames 177 CameraWindow AF lock 186 (smartphone) 279 Aspect ratio 99 CANON iMAGE GATEWAY 305 AUTO mode Clock 64 (shooting mode) 42, 66 Color (white balance) 165 Av (shooting mode) 202 Compression ratio...
Page 448 ç Contents FE lock 191 Date/time Changing 39 Face AiAF (AF frame mode) 179 Date/time battery 40 Face ID 88 Settings 37 Face select 183 World clock 339 Face self-timer DC coupler 364 → (shooting mode) 136 Defaults Reset all Favorites 258 Digital tele-converter 176 FE lock 191...
Page 449 ç Contents Manual focus 172 Erasing 252 → Quick 117 Playback Viewing Underwater macro 117 Protecting 247 Focus lock 177 Image stabilization 195 FUNC. menu Image Sync 323 Basic operations 56 Indicator 63, 107, 108 Table 412 ISO speed 158 FUNC.
Page 450 ç Contents Mobile device connection Program AE 154 button 280 Protecting 247 Monochrome (shooting mode) 131 Movies Quick (focusing range) 117 Editing 272 Image quality (resolution/ frame rate) 100, 102 RAW 193 Recording time 443 Red-eye correction 270 Multi-area White Balance 101 Remote shooting 329 My Colors 168, 267 Reset all 353...
Page 451 ç Contents Face self-timer Standard (movie mode) 150 (shooting mode) 136 Star (shooting mode) 138 Wink self-timer Star nightscape (shooting mode) 134 (shooting mode) 141 Sending images 316 Star portrait Sending images to another (shooting mode) 138 camera 316 Star time-lapse movie Sending images to (shooting mode) 145 a smartphone 279...
Page 452 ç Contents Viewing 45 Image search 234 Index display 232 Jump display 237 Magnified display 242 Single-image display 45 Slideshow 244 Smart Shuffle 245 TV display 360 White balance (color) 165 Wi-Fi functions 277 Wi-Fi menu 284 Wind filter 73 Wink self-timer (shooting mode) 134 World clock 339...
Page 453 To avoid violating WLAN regulations, visit the Canon website to check where use is allowed. Note that Canon cannot be held liable for any problems arising from use in other countries and regions. ●...
Page 454: Radio Wave Interference Precautions
Be sure to use the product as directed in this guide. Be sure to use the wireless LAN function of this product within the guidelines noted in this guide. Canon accepts no responsibility for damages or loss if the function and product are used in ways other than as described in this guide.
Page 455: Security Precautions
ç Contents Security Precautions Because Wi-Fi uses radio waves to transmit signals, security precautions more stringent than when using a LAN cable are required. Keep the following points in mind when using Wi-Fi. ● Only use networks you are authorized to use. This product searches for Wi-Fi networks in the vicinity and displays the results on the screen.
Page 456 ç Contents To prevent these types of problems from occurring, be sure to thoroughly secure your Wi-Fi network. Only use this camera’s Wi-Fi function with a proper understanding of Wi-Fi security, and balance risk and convenience when adjusting security settings. The camera can print to PictBridge-compatible printers via Wi-Fi.
Page 457: Trademarks And Licensing
ç Contents Trademarks and Licensing ● Microsoft and Windows are trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. ● Macintosh and Mac OS are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. ●...
Page 458 Information subject to change without notice, as are product specifications and appearance. ● Illustrations and screenshots in this guide may differ slightly from the actual equipment. ● The above items notwithstanding, Canon cannot be held liable for any loss arising from the use of this product.

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