Page 1 Camera User Guide • Before use, be sure to read this guide, including the safety precautions. • This guide will familiarize you with how to use the camera correctly. • Keep the guide handy for future reference. ENGLISH Downloaded from ManualsCamera.com Manuals...
Page 2: Package Contents
Package Contents Before use, make sure the following items are included in the package. If anything is missing, contact your camera dealer. Camera Battery Pack NB-11L Battery Charger (with terminal cover) CB-2LD/CB-2LDE Interface Cable IFC-400PCU Wrist Strap WS-800 Getting Started DIGITAL CAMERA Warranty System Solution Disk...
Page 3: Preliminary Notes And Legal Information
• For information on your camera’s warranty, please refer to the Warranty information provided with your camera. For Canon Customer Support, please refer to the warranty information for contact information. • Although the LCD monitor is produced under extremely high-precision manufacturing conditions and more than 99.99% of the pixels meet design...
Page 4: Part Names And Conventions In This Guide
Part Names and Conventions in This Guide Lens Shutter button Speaker ON/OFF button Zoom lever Mode switch Shooting: i (telephoto) / j (wide Microphone angle) Flash Playback: k (magnify) / g (index) Lamp • : Important information you should know •...
Page 5 Part Names and Conventions in This Guide Tripod socket AV OUT (Audio/video output) / DIGITAL terminal Screen (LCD monitor) Movie button Memory card/battery cover b (Exposure compensation) / Up button Indicator e (Macro) / Left button 1 (Playback) button FUNC./SET button DC coupler cable port h (Flash) / Right button n button...
Page 6: Table Of Contents
Contents Package Contents ......2 Special Modes for Other Purposes........95 Compatible Memory Cards ....2 Shooting Various Movies ....103 Preliminary Notes and Legal Information........3 G mode ......105 Part Names and Conventions in This Guide ........4 Shooting in Program AE Mode Contents ..........6 (G Mode) ........
Page 7 Contents Using an Eye-Fi Card....194 Handling Precautions ....201 On-Screen Messages....202 On-Screen Information ....204 Appendix......197 Functions and Menu Tables ..208 Troubleshooting ......198 Index..........216 Downloaded from ManualsCamera.com Manuals...
Page 8: Contents: Basic Operations
Contents: Basic Operations Shoot  Use camera-determined settings (Auto Mode) ......46 Shooting people well Portraits Against Snow Smooth Skin (p. 82) (p. 83) (p. 85) Matching specific scenes Night Scenes Low Light Under Water (p. 82) (p. 83) (p. 83) Applying special effects Vivid Colors Poster Effect...
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Contents: Basic Operations View  View images (Playback Mode) ........... 126  Automatic playback (Slideshow)..........136  On a TV ..................175  On a computer................26  Browse through images quickly..........130  Erase images................143 Shoot/View Movies  Shoot movies................
Page 10: Safety Precautions
If liquids or foreign objects come into contact with the camera interior, immediately turn the camera off and remove the battery. If the battery charger becomes wet, unplug it from the outlet and consult your camera distributor or a Canon Customer Support Help Desk. • Use only the recommended battery.
Page 11 Safety Precautions • Turn the camera off in places where camera use is prohibited. The electromagnetic waves emitted by the camera may interfere with the operation of electronic instruments and other devices. Exercise adequate caution when using the camera in places where use of electronic devices is restricted, such as inside airplanes and medical facilities.
Page 12 Safety Precautions • In regular use, small amounts of smoke may be emitted from the flash. This is due to the high intensity of the flash burning dust and foreign materials stuck to the front of the unit. Please use a cotton swab to remove dirt, dust or other foreign matter from the flash to prevent heat build-up and damage to the unit.
Page 13: Initial Preparations
Initial Preparations Prepare for shooting as follows. Attaching the Strap  Thread the end of the strap through the strap hole ( ), and then pull the other end of the strap through the loop on the threaded end Holding the Camera ...
Page 14: Charging The Battery
Initial Preparations Charging the Battery Before use, charge the battery with the included charger. Be sure to charge the battery initially, because the camera is not sold with the battery charged. Remove the cover. Insert the battery.  After aligning the  marks on the battery and charger, insert the battery by pushing it in ) and down ( Charge the battery.
Page 15: Inserting The Battery And Memory Card
Initial Preparations • To protect the battery 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 16: Insert The Memory Card
Initial Preparations Insert the memory card.  Insert the memory card facing as shown until it clicks into the locked position.  Make sure the memory card is facing the right way when you insert it. Inserting memory cards facing the wrong way may damage the camera.
Page 17: Setting The Date And Time
Initial Preparations Setting the Date and Time A screen for setting the date and time is displayed the first time you turn the camera on. Be sure to specify the date and time, which is the basis for dates and times added to your images. Turn the camera on.
Page 18: Changing The Date And Time
Initial Preparations • Unless you set the date, time, and local time zone, the [Date/Time] screen will be displayed each time you turn the camera on. Specify the correct information. • To set daylight saving time (1 hour ahead), choose in step 2 and then by pressing the op buttons.
Page 19 Initial Preparations Display Language The display language can be changed as needed. Enter Playback mode.  Press the 1 button. Access the setting screen.  Press and hold the m button, and then immediately press the n button. Set the display language. ...
Page 20: Trying The Camera Out
Still Images Movies Trying the Camera Out Follow these instructions to turn the camera on, shoot still images or movies, and then view them. Shooting (Smart Auto) For fully automatic selection of the optimal settings for specific scenes, simply let the camera determine the subject and shooting conditions. Turn the camera on.
Page 21 Trying the Camera Out Shoot. Shooting Still Images Focus.  Press the shutter button lightly, halfway down. The camera beeps twice after focusing, and AF frames are displayed to indicate image areas in focus. AF Frames Shoot.  Press the shutter button all the way down. ...
Page 22 Trying the Camera Out  Black bars displayed on the top and bottom Elapsed Time edges of the screen indicate image areas not recorded.  Frames displayed around any faces that are detected indicate that they are in focus.  Once recording begins, you can take your finger off the movie button.
Page 23 Trying the Camera Out  To access Scroll Display mode, press and hold the qr buttons for at least one second. In this mode, press the qr buttons to browse through images.  To return to single-image display, press the m button.
Page 24: Erasing The Images
Trying the Camera Out Erasing the 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 qr buttons to choose an image. Erase the image.
Page 25: Included Software, Manuals
ImageBrowser EX User Guide may not be accessible from the Help function. In such cases, it will either be included on the CD-ROM bundled with your camera, or you can download the latest version from the Canon website. Downloaded from ManualsCamera.com Manuals...
Page 26: System Requirements
1 GB or more (still images), 2 GB or more (movies) Interfaces Free Hard Disk 550 MB or more Space Display 1024 x 768 resolution or higher • Check the Canon website for the latest system requirements, including supported OS versions. Downloaded from ManualsCamera.com Manuals...
Page 27: Installing The Software
Included Software, Manuals Installing the Software Windows 7 and Mac OS X 10.6 are used here for the sake of illustration. Using the software auto update function, you can update to the latest version and download new functions via the Internet (some software excluded), so be sure to install the software on a computer with an Internet connection.
Page 28 Included Software, Manuals  Insert the larger plug of the interface cable in the computer’s USB port. For details about USB connections on the computer, refer to the computer user manual. Install the files.  Turn the camera on, and follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation process.
Page 29: Saving Images To A Computer
For Windows, follow the steps introduced below.  In the screen that displays, click the link to modify the program.  Choose [Downloads Images From Canon Camera using Canon CameraWindow] and then click [OK].  Double click Downloaded from ManualsCamera.com Manuals...
Page 30 From Canon Camera using Canon CameraWindow] on the screen displayed when you turn the camera on in step 2. If CameraWindow is not displayed, click the [Start] menu and choose [All Programs]  [Canon Utilities]  [CameraWindow]  [CameraWindow]. •...
Page 31: Accessories
Use of genuine Canon accessories is recommended. This product is designed to achieve excellent performance when used with genuine Canon accessories. Canon shall not be liable for any damage to this product and/or accidents such as fire, etc., caused by the malfunction of non-genuine Canon accessories (e.g., a leakage and/or explosion of a battery pack).
Page 32: Specifications
Specifications Camera Effective Pixels Approx. 16.1 million pixels 5x zoom: 4.3 (W) – 21.5 (T) mm Lens Focal Length (35mm film equivalent: 24 (W) – 120 (T) mm) 7.5 cm (3.0 in.) color TFT LCD LCD Monitor Effective Pixels: Approx. 461,000 dots Design rule for Camera File system, DPOF (version 1.1) File Formats compliant...
Page 33 0.3M/640x480 40937 165225 • These values are measured according to Canon standards and may change depending on the subject, memory card and camera settings. • Table values are based on images with a 4:3 aspect ratio. Changing the aspect ratio (see p.
Page 34: Recording Time Per Memory Card
*1 Approx. 27 min. 39 sec. for iFrame movies (see p. 104). *2 Approx. 1 hr. 51 min. 37 sec. for iFrame movies (see p. 104). • These values are measured according to Canon standards and may change depending on the subject, memory card and camera settings. •...
Page 35: Shutter Speed
Approx. 59 g (approx. 2.08 oz.) (CB-2LD) Weight Approx. 56 g (approx. 1.98 oz.) (CB-2LDE, excluding power cord) • All data is based on tests by Canon. • Camera specifications or appearance are subject to change without notice. Downloaded from ManualsCamera.com Manuals...
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Page 37: Camera Basics
Camera Basics Basic camera operations and features Downloaded from ManualsCamera.com Manuals...
Page 38: On/Off
On/Off Shooting Mode  Press the ON/OFF button to turn the camera on and prepare for shooting.  To turn the camera off, press the ON/OFF button again. Playback Mode Press the 1 button to turn the camera on  and view your shots.
Page 39: Shutter Button
Shutter Button To ensure your shots are in focus, always press the shutter button lightly (halfway) initially. 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 40: Shooting Display Options
Shooting Display Options Press the p button to view other information on the screen, or to hide the information. For details on the information displayed, see p. 204. Information is displayed No information is displayed • Screen brightness is automatically increased by the night display function when you are shooting under low light, making it easier to check how shots are composed.
Page 41: Func. Menu
FUNC. Menu Configure commonly used functions through the FUNC. menu as follows. Note that menu items and options vary depending on the shooting mode (pp. 210 – 211) or playback mode (p. 215). Access the FUNC. menu.  Press the m button. Choose a menu item.
Page 42: Menu
n Menu Configure a variety of camera functions through other menus as follows. Menu items are grouped by purpose on tabs, such as shooting (4), playback (1), and so on. Note that available settings vary depending on the selected shooting or playback mode (pp. 212 – 215). Access the menu.
Page 43: Indicator Display
Indicator Display The indicator on the back of the camera (p. 5) lights up or blinks depending on the camera status. Indicator Color Camera Status Status Connected to a computer (p. 29), or display off Green Starting up, recording/reading/transmitting images, or Blinking shooting long exposures (p.
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Page 45: Smart Auto Mode
Smart Auto Mode Convenient mode for easy shots with greater control over shooting Downloaded from ManualsCamera.com Manuals...
Page 46: Shooting In Smart Auto Mode
Still Images Movies Shooting in Smart Auto Mode For fully automatic selection at optimal settings for specific scenes, simply let the camera determine the subject and shooting conditions. Turn the camera on.  Press the ON/OFF button.  The startup screen is displayed. Enter A mode.
Page 47 Shooting in Smart Auto Mode Shoot. Shooting Still Images Focus.  Press the shutter button halfway. The camera beeps twice after focusing, and AF frames are displayed to indicate image areas in focus.  Several AF frames are displayed when multiple areas are in focus.
Page 48 Shooting in Smart Auto Mode Shooting Movies Start shooting.  Press the movie button. The camera beeps once as recording begins, and [ Rec] is displayed with the elapsed time. Elapsed Time  Black bars displayed on the top and bottom edges of the screen indicate image areas not recorded.
Page 49: Still Images
Shooting in Smart Auto Mode Still Images/Movies • To restore camera sound if you have accidentally deactivated it (by holding the p button down while turning the camera on), press the n button and choose [Mute] on the 3 tab, and then press the qr buttons to choose [Off].
Page 50 Shooting in Smart Auto Mode Movies • The camera may become warm when shooting movies repeatedly over an extended period. This does not indicate damage. • Keep your fingers away from the Microphone microphone while shooting movies. Blocking the microphone may prevent audio from being recorded or may cause the recording to sound muffled.
Page 51: Scene Icons
Shooting in Smart Auto Mode Scene Icons In A mode, shooting scenes determined by the camera are indicated by the icon displayed, and corresponding settings are automatically selected for optimal focusing, subject brightness, and color. Depending on the scene, continuous images may be shot (p. 52). Background Normal Backlit...
Page 52: Continuous Shooting Scenes
Shooting in Smart Auto Mode • The background color of , and is dark blue, and the background color of is orange. • When shooting movies, only People, Other Subjects, and At Close Range icons will be displayed. • When shooting with the self-timer, People (In Motion), Smiling, Sleeping, Babies (Smiling), Babies (Sleeping), Children, Other Subjects (In Motion) icons will not be displayed.
Page 53: Image Stabilization Icons
Shooting in Smart Auto Mode • In some scenes, expected images may not be saved, and images may not look as expected. • Focus, image brightness, and color are determined by the first shot. When you want to shoot single images only, press the m button, choose •...
Page 54 Shooting in Smart Auto Mode On-Screen Frames A variety of frames are displayed once the camera detects subjects you are aiming the camera at. • A white frame is displayed around the subject (or person’s face) determined by the camera to be the main subject, and gray frames are displayed around other detected faces.
Page 55: Common, Convenient Features
Common, Convenient Features Still Images Movies Zooming In Closer on Subjects (Digital Zoom) When distant subjects are too far away to enlarge using the optical zoom, use digital zoom for up to about 20x enlargement. Move the zoom lever toward i. ...
Page 56 Common, Convenient Features Still Images Movies Using the Self-Timer With the self-timer, you can include yourself in group photos or other timed shots. The camera will shoot about 10 seconds after you press the shutter button. Configure the setting.  Press the m button, choose in the menu, and then choose the ] option (p.
Page 57 Common, Convenient Features Using the Self-Timer to Avoid Camera Shake This option delays shutter release until about two seconds after you have pressed the shutter button. If the camera is unsteady while you are pressing the shutter button, it will not affect your shot. Configure the setting.
Page 58: Deactivating The Flash
Common, Convenient Features Still Images Deactivating the Flash Prepare the camera for shooting without the flash as follows. Configure the setting. Press the r button, press the qr buttons to  choose !, and then press the m button. Once the setting is complete, ! is displayed. ...
Page 59 Common, Convenient Features Still Images Adding the Shooting Date and Time The camera can add the shooting date and time to images in the lower-right corner. However, note that these cannot be removed. Confirm beforehand that the date and time are correct (p. 17). Configure the setting.
Page 60 Common, Convenient Features Still Images Choosing Subjects to Focus On (Tracking AF) Shoot after choosing a subject to focus on as follows. Specify Tracking AF. Press the o button.   is displayed in the center of the screen. Choose a subject to focus on. ...
Page 61: Using Face Id
Still Images 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 A mode, the camera can detect babies and children based on registered birthdays and optimize settings for them when shooting.
Page 62 Using Face ID  Choose [Add to Registry], and then choose [Add a New Face]. Register face information.  Aim the camera so that the face of the person you want to register is inside the gray frame at the center of the screen. ...
Page 63 Using Face ID  The [Edit Profile] screen is displayed. Enter a name. Press the m button.   Press the opqr buttons to choose a character, and then press the m button to enter it.  Up to 10 characters can be used. ...
Page 64 Using Face ID Continue registering face information.  To register up to 4 more points of face information (expressions or angles), repeat steps 2 – 3.  Registered faces are more easily recognized if you add a variety of face information. In addition to a head on angle, add a slight side angle, a shot when smiling, and shots inside and outside.
Page 65 Using Face ID 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 66: Checking And Editing Registered Information
Using Face ID Checking and Editing Registered Information Checking Registered Face ID Information Access the [Check/Edit Info] screen.  Following step 1 on p. 61, choose [Check/ Edit Info] and press the m button. Choose a person to check. Press the opqr buttons to choose a ...
Page 67: Overwriting And Adding Face Information
Using Face ID Input changes.  Press the op buttons to choose an item, and follow steps 4 – 5 on p. 63 to input changes. • Even if you change names in [Edit Profile], the names recorded in previously shot images will remain the same. •...
Page 68 Using Face ID Access the face info screen.  Read the message that displays, press the qr buttons to choose [OK], and then press the m button.  The face info screen is displayed. Choose the face info to overwrite. Press the opqr buttons to choose the face ...
Page 69: Erasing Registered Information
Using Face ID Choose the name of the person whose face info you want to erase.  Press the opqr buttons to choose the name of the person whose face info you want to erase, and then press the m button. Access the [Face Info List] screen.
Page 70 Using Face ID Choose the name of the person whose info you want to erase.  Press the opqr buttons to choose the name of a person to erase, and then press the m button.  After [Erase?] is displayed, press the qr buttons to choose [OK], and then press the m button.
Page 71: Image Customization Features
Image Customization Features Still Images Changing the Aspect Ratio Change the image aspect ratio (ratio of width to height) as follows. Configure the setting.  Press the m button, choose in the menu, and choose the desired option (p. 41). ...
Page 72 Image Customization Features Still Images Changing Image Resolution (Size) 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 “Specifications” (p. 32). Configure the setting. ...
Page 73 Image Customization Features Still Images Red-Eye Correction Red-eye that occurs in the flash photography can be automatically corrected as follows. Access the [Flash Settings] screen.  Press the n button, choose [Flash Settings] on the 4 tab, and then press the m button (p.
Page 74: Correcting Greenish Image Areas From
Image Customization Features Still Images Correcting Greenish Image Areas from Mercury Lamps In shots of evening scenes with subjects illuminated by mercury lamps, the subjects or background may appear to have a greenish tinge. This greenish tinge can be corrected automatically when shooting, using Multi-area White Balance.
Page 75: Changing Movie Image Quality
Image Customization Features Movies Changing Movie Image Quality 3 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 “Specifications” (p. 32). Configure the setting. ...
Page 76: Helpful Shooting Features
Helpful Shooting Features Still Images Movies Displaying Grid Lines Grid lines can be displayed on the screen for vertical and horizontal reference while shooting. Configure the setting.  Press the n button, choose [Grid Lines] on the 4 tab, and then choose [On] (p. 42). ...
Page 77: Magnifying The Area In Focus
Helpful Shooting Features Still Images Magnifying the Area in Focus You can check the focus by pressing the shutter button halfway to enlarge the image area in the AF frame. Configure the setting.  Press the n button, choose [AF-Point Zoom] on the 4 tab, and then choose [On] (p.
Page 78: Checking For Closed Eyes
Helpful Shooting Features Still Images Checking for Closed Eyes is displayed when the camera detects that people may have closed their eyes. Choose  Press the m button, choose in the menu, and choose Configure the setting.  Press the n button, choose [Blink Detection] on the 4 tab, and then choose [On] (p.
Page 79: Customizing Camera Operation
Still Images Customizing Camera Operation Customize shooting functions on the 4 tab of the menu as follows. For instructions on menu functions, see “n Menu” (p. 42). Deactivating the AF Assist Beam 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 80: Changing The Image Display Period After Shots
Customizing Camera Operation Changing the Image Display Period After Shots Change how long images are displayed after shots as follows. Configure the setting.  Press the n button, choose [Review] on the 4 tab, and then choose the desired option (p. 42). ...
Page 81: Other Shooting Modes
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Page 82: Specific Scenes
Still Images Movies Specific Scenes Choose a mode matching the shooting scene, and the camera will automatically configure the settings for optimal shots. Enter 4 mode. Set the mode switch to 4.  Choose a shooting mode. Press the m button, choose G in the menu, ...
Page 83 Specific Scenes Still Images Shoot under low light (Low Light)  Shoot with minimal camera shake and subject blur even in low-light conditions. Still Images Movies S Shoot under water (Underwater)  Natural-colored shots of sea life and underwater scenery, when you use an optional waterproof case (p.
Page 84: Correcting White Balance
Specific Scenes Still Images Movies Correcting White Balance White balance can be manually corrected in S mode (p. 83). This adjustment can match the effect of using a commercially available color-compensating filter. Choose S.  Follow steps 1 – 2 on p. 82 and choose S. Choose white balance.
Page 85 Specific Scenes Still Images Making Skin Look Smoother (Smooth Skin) You can apply a smoothening effect when shooting images of people. The effect level and color ([Lighter Skin Tone], [Darker Skin Tone]) can be chosen as follows. Choose  Follow steps 1 – 2 on p. 82 and choose Access the setting screen.
Page 86: Applying Special Effects
Still Images Movies Applying Special Effects Add a variety of effects to images when shooting. Choose a shooting mode.  Follow steps 1 – 2 on p. 82 to choose a shooting mode. Shoot. • , and modes, try taking some test shots first, to make sure you obtain the desired results.
Page 87 Applying Special Effects Still Images Shooting with a Fish-Eye Lens Effect (Fish-eye Effect) Shoot with the distorting effect of a fish-eye lens. Choose  Follow steps 1 – 2 on p. 82 and choose Choose an effect level.  Press the p button, press the qr buttons to choose an effect level, and then press the m button.
Page 88: Miniature Effect
Applying Special Effects Still Images Movies Shots Resembling Miniature Models (Miniature Effect) Creates the effect of a miniature model, by blurring image areas above and below your selected area. You can also make movies that look like scenes in miniature models by choosing the playback speed before the movie is recorded.
Page 89: Toy Camera Effect
Applying Special Effects Playback Speed and Estimated Playback Time (for One- Minute Clips) Speed Playback Time Approx. 12 sec. Approx. 6 sec. Approx. 3 sec. • The zoom is not available when shooting movies. Be sure to set the zoom before shooting. To switch the orientation of the frame to vertical, press the qr buttons in step •...
Page 90: Shooting With A Soft Focus Effect
Applying Special Effects Standard Shots resemble toy camera images. Warm Images have a warmer tone than with [Standard]. Cool Images have a cooler tone than with [Standard]. Still Images Shooting With a Soft Focus Effect This function allows you to shoot images as if a soft focus filter is attached to the camera.
Page 91: Shooting In Monochrome
Applying Special Effects Still Images Movies Shooting in Monochrome Shoot images in black and white, sepia, or blue and white. Choose  Follow steps 1 – 2 on p. 82 and choose Choose a color tone.  Press the p button, press the qr buttons to choose a color tone, and then press the m button.
Page 92 Applying Special Effects Still Images Movies Shooting with Color Accent Choose a single image color to keep and change other colors to black and white. Choose T.  Follow steps 1 – 2 on p. 82 and choose T. Access the setting screen. ...
Page 93: Shooting With Color Swap
Applying Special Effects Still Images Movies Shooting with Color Swap You can replace one image color with another before shooting. Note that only one color can be replaced. Choose Y.  Follow steps 1 – 2 on p. 82 and choose Y. Access the setting screen.
Page 94 Applying Special Effects Specify the new color.  Position the center frame over the new color, and then press the r button.  The specified color is recorded. Specify the range of colors to replace.  Press the op buttons to adjust the range. ...
Page 95: Special Modes For Other Purposes
Special Modes for Other Purposes Still Images Movies Auto Clip Recording (Movie Digest) You can make a short movie of a day just by shooting still images. Before each shot, the camera will automatically record a movie clip of the scene.
Page 96: Smart Shutter
Special Modes for Other Purposes Still Images Auto Shooting After Face Detection (Smart Shutter) Auto Shooting After Smile Detection The camera shoots automatically after detecting a smile, even without you pressing the shutter button. Choose  Follow steps 1 – 2 on p. 82 and choose and then press the p button.
Page 97 Special Modes for Other Purposes Still Images Using the Wink Self-Timer 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 –...
Page 98 Special Modes for Other Purposes Still Images Using the Face Self-Timer The camera will shoot about two seconds after detecting that the face of another person (such as the photographer) has entered the shooting area (p. 116). This is useful when including yourself in group photos or similar shots.
Page 99 Special Modes for Other Purposes • Even if your face is not detected after you join the others in the shooting area, the camera will shoot about 15 seconds later. To change the number of shots, press the op buttons after choosing •...
Page 100 Special Modes for Other Purposes Still Images High-Speed Continuous Shooting (High-speed Burst) You can shoot a series of shots in rapid succession by holding the shutter button all the way down. For details on the continuous shooting speed, see “Specifications” (p. 32). Choose ...
Page 101 Special Modes for Other Purposes • Grouped images can be played back individually (p. 132) and ungrouped (p. 133). • Protecting (p. 139) a grouped image will protect all images in the group. • Grouped images can be viewed individually when played back using Image Search (p.
Page 102: Shooting Stitch Assist Images
Special Modes for Other Purposes Still Images Shooting Stitch Assist Images Shoot a large subject by taking multiple shots at various positions, and then use the included software to combine them into a panorama. Choose x or v.  Follow steps 1 – 2 on p. 82 and choose x or Take the first shot.
Page 103: Shooting Various Movies
Movies Shooting Various Movies Shooting Super Slow Motion Movies You can shoot fast-moving subjects for playback later in slow motion. Note that sound is not recorded. Choose  Follow steps 1 – 2 on p. 82 and choose Choose a frame rate. ...
Page 104: Shooting Iframe Movies
Shooting Various Movies Shooting iFrame Movies Shoot movies that can be edited with iFrame-compatible software or devices. You can quickly edit, save, and manage iFrame movies using the included software. Choose  Follow steps 1 – 2 on p. 82 and choose ...
Page 105: G Mode
G mode More discerning shots, in your preferred shooting style • Instructions in this chapter apply to the camera in G mode, with the mode switch set to 4. • G: Program AE; AE: Auto Exposure • Before using a function introduced in this chapter in modes other than G, make sure the function is available in that mode (pp.
Page 106: Shooting In Program Ae Mode (G Mode)
Still Images Movies Shooting in Program AE Mode (G Mode) You can customize many function settings to suit your preferred shooting style. Enter G mode. Follow steps 1 – 2 on p. 82 and choose G.  Customize the settings as desired (pp.
Page 107: Image Brightness (Exposure Compensation)
Image Brightness (Exposure Compensation) Still Images Movies Adjusting Image Brightness (Exposure Compensation) The standard exposure set by the camera can be adjusted in 1/3-stop increments, in a range of –2 to +2. Press the o button. As you watch the screen, ...
Page 108: Changing The Metering Method
Image Brightness (Exposure Compensation) Still Images Changing the Metering Method Adjust the metering method (how brightness is measured) to suit shooting conditions as follows.  Press the m button, choose in the menu, and choose the desired option (p. 41). ...
Page 109 Image Brightness (Exposure Compensation) • To view the automatically set ISO speed when the camera is set to , press the shutter button halfway. • Although choosing a lower ISO speed may reduce image graininess, there may be a greater risk of subject blurriness in some shooting conditions. •...
Page 110: Color And Continuous Shooting
Color and Continuous Shooting Still Images Movies Adjusting White Balance By adjusting white balance (WB), you can make image colors look more natural for the scene you are shooting.  Press the m button, choose in the menu, and choose the desired option (p. 41). ...
Page 111: Custom White Balance
Color and Continuous Shooting Custom White Balance For image colors that look natural under the light in your shot, adjust white balance to suit the light source where you are shooting. Set the white balance under the same light source that will illuminate your shot. ...
Page 112 Color and Continuous Shooting Still Images Movies Changing Image Color Tones (My Colors) Change image color tones as desired, such as converting images to sepia or black and white.  Press the m button, choose in the menu, and choose the desired option (p. 41). ...
Page 113: Custom Color
Color and Continuous Shooting Custom Color 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)”...
Page 114: Shooting Range And Focusing
Shooting Range and Focusing • Cannot be used with the self-timer (p. 56) or [Blink Detection] (p. 78). • During continuous shooting, focus and exposure are locked at the position/level determined when you pressed the shutter button halfway. • Shooting may stop momentarily or continuous shooting may slow down depending on shooting conditions, camera settings, and the zoom position.
Page 115 Shooting Range and Focusing Still Images Shooting Distant Subjects (Infinity) To restrict the focus to distant subjects, set the camera to u. For details on the focusing range, see “Specifications” (p. 32).  Press the q button, press the qr buttons to choose u, and then press the m button.
Page 116: Changing The Af Frame Mode
Shooting Range and Focusing Still Images Movies Changing the AF Frame Mode Change the AF (auto focus) frame mode to suit the shooting conditions as follows.  Press the n button, choose [AF Frame] on the 4 tab, and then choose the desired option (p.
Page 117 Shooting Range and Focusing • If faces are not detected, or when only gray frames are displayed (without a white frame), up to nine green frames are displayed in the areas in focus when you press the shutter button halfway. •...
Page 118 Shooting Range and Focusing Shoot.  Press the shutter button halfway. changes to a blue , which follows the subject as the camera continues to adjust the focus and exposure (Servo AF) (p. 119).  Press the shutter button all the way down to shoot.
Page 119: Shooting With Servo Af
Shooting Range and Focusing Still Images Recomposing Shots While the Focus is Locked As long as you keep the shutter button pressed halfway, the focus and exposure are locked. You can recompose shots as needed before shooting. This feature is called Focus Lock. Focus.
Page 120: Shooting With The Af Lock
Shooting Range and Focusing • Focusing may not be possible in some shooting conditions. • In low-light conditions, Servo AF may not be activated (AF frames may not turn blue) when you press the shutter button halfway. In this case, the focus and exposure are set according to the specified AF frame mode.
Page 121: Flash
Still Images Flash Activating Flash You can have the flash fire for each shot. For details on the flash range, see “Flash Range” (see “Specifications” (p. 32)).  Press the r button, press the qr buttons to choose h, and then press the m button. Once the setting is complete, h is displayed.
Page 122: Shooting With The Fe Lock
Flash Shooting with the FE Lock Just as with the AE lock (p. 107), you can lock the exposure for the flash shots. Set the flash to h (p. 121). Lock the flash exposure.  Aim the camera at the subject to shoot with the exposure locked.
Page 123: Other Settings
Other Settings Still Images Changing the Compression Ratio (Image Quality) Choose from two compression ratios, as follows: (Super Fine), (Fine). For guidelines on how many shots at each compression ratio can fit on a memory card, see “Specifications” (p. 32). Configure the setting.
Page 124 Other Settings • If image stabilization cannot prevent camera shake, mount the camera on a tripod or take other measures to hold it still. In this case, set [IS Mode] to [Off]. Movies Deactivating Powered IS Powered IS reduces slow camera shake that may occur when recording telephoto movies.
Page 125: Playback Mode
Playback Mode Have fun reviewing your shots, and browse or edit them in many ways • To prepare the camera for these operations, press the 1 button to enter Playback mode. • It may not be possible to play back or edit images that were renamed or already edited on a computer, or images from other cameras.
Page 126: Viewing
Still Images Movies Viewing After shooting images or movies, you can view them on the screen as follows. Enter Playback mode.  Press the 1 button.  Your last shot is displayed. Browse through your images.  To view the previous image, press the q button.
Page 127: Checking People Detected In Face Id
Viewing Play movies.  To start playback, press the m button, press the op buttons to choose , and then press the m button again. Adjust the volume.  Press the op buttons to adjust the volume. Pause playback.  To pause playback, press the m button.
Page 128: Switching Display Modes
Viewing Still Images Movies Switching Display Modes Press the p button to view other information on the screen, or to hide the information. For details on the information displayed, see p. 206. No information is Simple Detailed Enables you to displayed Information Information...
Page 129: Checking The Focus
Viewing Still Images Checking the Focus To check the focus of your shots, you can magnify the area of the image that was in the AF frame at the time of shooting. Access Focus Check.  Press the p button (p. 128). ...
Page 130: Browsing And Filtering Images
Browsing and Filtering Images Still Images Movies Navigating Through Images in an Index By displaying multiple images in an index, you can quickly find the images you are looking for. Display images in an index.  Move the zoom lever toward g to display images in an index.
Page 131 Browsing and Filtering Images Choose a search condition.  Press the m button, choose in the menu, and choose a condition (p. 41). View the image search results.  Choose the type of images to view by pressing the opqr buttons, and then press the m button.
Page 132: Viewing Individual Images In A Group
Browsing and Filtering Images Movies Viewing Movie Digest Movies Movies created in mode (p. 95) can be viewed by date. Choose a movie. Press the m button, choose  in the menu, and choose the date (p. 41). Play the movie. Press the m button to start playback.
Page 133: Editing Face Id Information
Editing Face ID Information View individual images in the group.  Pressing the qr buttons will display only images in the group.  To cancel group playback, press the m button, choose in the menu, and press the m button again (p. 41). •...
Page 134: Erasing Names
Editing Face ID Information Choose an image.  Follow the procedure on p. 127 to choose an image, and then press the m button.  An orange frame is displayed around the selected face. When multiple names are displayed in an image, press the qr buttons to choose the name to change, and press the m button.
Page 135: Image Viewing Options
Image Viewing Options Still Images Magnifying Images Magnify an image.  Moving the zoom lever toward k will zoom in and magnify the image, and displayed. You can magnify images up to about 10x by continuing to hold the zoom lever.
Page 136: Viewing Slideshows
Image Viewing Options Still Images Movies Viewing Slideshows Automatically play back images from a memory card as follows. Each image is displayed for about three seconds. Choose a slideshow transition and start playback.  Press the m button, choose . in the menu, and choose the desired option (p.
Page 137: Changing Slideshow Settings
Image Viewing Options Changing Slideshow Settings You can set up slideshows to repeat, and you can change the transitions between images and the display duration of each image. Choose from six transition effects between images. Access the setting screen.  Press the n button and choose [Slideshow] on the 1 tab (p.
Page 138 Image Viewing Options Choose an image.  Press the opqr 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 m button.
Page 139: Protecting Images
Still Images Movies Protecting Images Protect important images to prevent accidental erasure by the camera (p. 143).  Press the m button, and then choose : in the menu (p. 41). [Protected] is displayed.  To cancel protection, repeat this process and choose : again, and then press the m button.
Page 140 Protecting Images Choosing Images Individually Choose [Select].  Following step 2 on p. 139, choose [Select] and press the m button. Choose an image. Press the qr buttons to choose an image,  and then press the m button. displayed. ...
Page 141 Protecting Images Selecting a Range Choose [Select Range].  Following step 2 on p. 139, choose [Select Range] and press the m button. Choose a starting image. Press the m button.   Press the qr buttons to choose an image, and then press the m button.
Page 142 Protecting Images Protect the images.  Press the p button to choose [Protect], and then press the m button. Specifying All Images at Once Choose [Select All Images].  Following step 2 on p. 139, choose [Select All Images] and press the m button. Protect the images.
Page 143: Erasing Images
Still Images Movies Erasing Images You can choose and erase unneeded images one by one. Be careful when erasing images, because they cannot be recovered. Choose an image to erase. Press the qr buttons to choose an image.  Erase the image. ...
Page 144 Erasing Images Choosing Images Individually Choose [Select].  Following step 2 on p. 143, choose [Select] and press the m button. Choose an image.  Once you follow step 2 on p. 140 to choose an image, is displayed.  To cancel erasure, press the m button again.
Page 145 Erasing Images Specifying All Images at Once Choose [Select All Images].  Following step 2 on p. 143, choose [Select All Images] and press the m button. Erase the images.  Press the qr buttons to choose [OK], and then press the m button. Downloaded from ManualsCamera.com Manuals...
Page 146: Rotating Images
Still Images Movies Rotating Images Change the orientation of images and save them as follows. Choose \.  Press the m button, and then choose \ in the menu (p. 41). Rotate the image. Press the q or r button, depending on the ...
Page 147: Deactivating Auto Rotation
Rotating Images Deactivating Auto Rotation Follow these steps to deactivate automatic rotation by the camera, which rotates images shot in vertical orientation so they are displayed vertically on the camera.  Press the n button, choose [Auto Rotate] on the 1 tab, and then choose [Off] (p.
Page 148: Image Categories
Still Images Movies Image Categories You can tag images as favorites and assign them to My Category (p. 149). By choosing a category in image search, you can restrict the following operations to all of those images. • Viewing (p. 126), Viewing Slideshows (p. 136), Protecting Images (p. 139), Erasing Images (p.
Page 149 Image Categories Finish the setup process.  Press the n button. A confirmation message is displayed.  Press the qr buttons to choose [OK], and then press the m 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 150 Image Categories Finish the setup process.  Press the n button. A confirmation message is displayed.  Press the qr buttons to choose [OK], and then press the m button. • Images will not be assigned to a category if you switch to Shooting mode or turn the camera off before finishing the setup process in step 3.
Page 151 Image Categories Choose a category.  Press the op buttons to choose a category, and then press the m button. displayed.  To cancel selection, press the m button again. is no longer displayed.  Repeat this process to choose additional images.
Page 152: Editing Still Images
Still Images Editing Still Images • Image editing (pp. 152 – 156) is only available when the memory card has sufficient free space. Resizing Images Save a copy of images at a lower resolution. Choose [Resize].  Press the n button, and then choose [Resize] on the 1 tab (p.
Page 153 Editing Still Images • Editing is not possible for images saved as in step 3. • Images cannot be resized to a higher resolution. Cropping You can specify a portion of an image to save as a separate image file. Choose [Trimming].
Page 154 Editing Still Images • Editing is not possible for images shot at a resolution of (p. 72) or resized to (p. 152). • Images supported for cropping will have the same aspect ratio after cropping. • Cropped images will have a smaller resolution than uncropped images. •...
Page 155 Editing Still Images Correcting Image Brightness (i-Contrast) Excessively dark image areas (such as faces or backgrounds) can be detected and automatically adjusted to the optimal brightness. Insufficient overall image contrast is also automatically corrected, to make subjects stand out better. Choose from four correction levels, and then save the image as a separate file.
Page 156 Editing Still Images Correcting Red-Eye Automatically corrects images affected by red-eye. You can save the corrected image as a separate file. Choose [Red-Eye Correction]. Press the n button, and then choose  [Red-Eye Correction] on the 1 tab (p. 42). Choose an image.
Page 157: Editing Movies
Movies Editing Movies You can cut movies to remove unneeded portions at the beginning or end. Choose *.  Following steps 1 – 3 on pp. 126 – 127, choose * and press the m button.  The movie editing panel and editing bar are now displayed.
Page 158 Editing Movies Save the edited movie.  Press the op buttons to choose , and then press the m button.  Press the qr buttons to choose [New File], and then press the m button.  The movie is now saved as a new file. •...
Page 159: Setting Menu
Setting Menu Customize or adjust basic camera functions for greater convenience Downloaded from ManualsCamera.com Manuals...
Page 160: Adjusting Basic Camera Functions
Adjusting Basic Camera Functions Functions can be configured on the 3 tab. Customize commonly used functions as desired, for greater convenience (p. 42). Silencing Camera Operations Silence camera sounds and movies as follows.  Choose [Mute], and then choose [On]. Operation can also be silenced by holding down the p button as you turn the •...
Page 161: Customizing Sounds
Adjusting Basic Camera Functions Customizing Sounds Customize camera operating sounds as follows.  Choose [Sound Options], and then press the m button.  Choose an item, and then press the qr buttons to choose an option. Preset sounds (cannot be modified) Preset sounds Can be changed by using the included software.
Page 162: Screen Brightness
Adjusting Basic Camera Functions Screen Brightness Adjust screen brightness as follows.  Choose [LCD Brightness], and then press the qr buttons to adjust the brightness. For maximum brightness, press and hold the p button for at least one second • when the shooting screen is displayed or when in single-image display.
Page 163: In Playback Mode
Adjusting Basic Camera Functions Customizing the Start-up Screen Access the [Start-up Image] screen in Playback mode. Press the 1 button.   Following the steps on p. 162, choose [2] and press the m button. Choose one of your shots. ...
Page 164: Formatting Memory Cards
Adjusting Basic Camera Functions 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 165: File Numbering
Adjusting Basic Camera Functions Low-Level Formatting Perform low-level formatting in these cases: [Memory card error] is displayed, the camera is not working correctly, card image reading/writing is slower, continuous shooting is slower, or movie recording suddenly stops. Low-level formatting erases all data on a memory card. Before low-level formatting, copy images on the memory card to a computer, or take other steps to back them up.
Page 166: Lens Retraction Timing
Adjusting Basic Camera Functions • Regardless of the option selected in this setting, shots may be numbered consecutively after the last number of existing images on newly inserted memory cards. To start saving shots from 0001, use an empty (or formatted (p.
Page 167 Adjusting Basic Camera Functions Power-Saving Adjustment Adjust the timing of automatic camera and screen deactivation (Auto Power Down and Display Off, respectively) as needed (p. 38). Access the [Power Saving] screen.  Choose [Power Saving], and then press the m button. Configure the settings.
Page 168: World Clock
Adjusting Basic Camera Functions World Clock To ensure that your shots will have the correct local date and time when you travel abroad, simply register the destination in advance and switch to that time zone. This convenient feature eliminates the need to change the Date/ Time setting manually.
Page 169: Date And Time
Adjusting Basic Camera Functions Date and Time Adjust the date and time as follows. Access the [Date/Time] screen.  Choose [Date/Time], and then press the m button. Configure the settings.  Press the qr buttons to choose an item, and then press the op buttons to adjust the setting.
Page 170: Restoring Defaults
Adjusting Basic Camera Functions Restoring Defaults If you accidentally change a setting, you can restore default camera settings. Access the [Reset All] screen.  Choose [Reset All], and then press the m button. Restore default settings.  Press the qr buttons to choose [OK], and then press the m button.
Page 171: Accessories
Accessories Use included accessories effectively and enjoy the camera in more ways with optional Canon accessories and other compatible accessories sold separately Downloaded from ManualsCamera.com Manuals...
Page 172: Tips On Using Included Accessories
Tips on Using Included Accessories Effective Battery and Charger Use • Charge the battery on (or immediately before) the day of Charged batteries gradually lose their charge, even when they are not used. You can easily check the charge state of the battery by attaching the cover so that ...
Page 173: Optional Accessories
Optional Accessories The following camera accessories are sold separately. Note that availability varies by area, and some accessories may no longer be available. Power Supplies Battery Pack NB-11L  Rechargeable lithium-ion battery Battery Charger CB-2LD/CB-2LDE  Charger for Battery Pack NB-11L AC Adapter Kit ACK-DC90 ...
Page 174: Other Accessories
TV. Printers Canon PictBridge-Compatible Printers  Printing images without a computer is possible by connecting the camera to a Canon PictBridge-compatible printer. For details, visit your nearest Canon dealer. SELPHY Inkjet Printers Series Downloaded from ManualsCamera.com Manuals...
Page 175: Using Optional Accessories
Using Optional Accessories Movies Still Images Playback on a TV 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 176 Using Optional Accessories Turn the camera on.  Press the 1 button to turn the camera on.  Images from the camera are now displayed on the TV. (Nothing is displayed on the camera screen.)  When finished, turn off the camera and TV before disconnecting the cable.
Page 177 Using Optional Accessories Display images.  Follow steps 3 – 4 on pp. 175 – 176 to display images. • It is not possible to connect the included interface cable or an optional AV cable at the same time as an HDMI Cable HTC-100. Forcing the cables into the camera at the same time may damage the camera or cables.
Page 178 Using Optional Accessories Control the camera with the TV remote.  Press the qr buttons on the remote to browse images.  To display the camera control panel, press the OK/Select button. Select control panel items by pressing the qr buttons to choose an item, and then pressing the OK/Select button again.
Page 179: Powering The Camera With Household Power
Using Optional Accessories Powering the Camera with Household Power Powering the camera with AC Adapter Kit ACK-DC90 (sold separately) eliminates the need to monitor the remaining battery level. Make sure the camera is off. Coupler Cable Port Open the cover. ...
Page 180 Using Optional Accessories  Insert one end of the power cord into the compact power adapter, and then plug the other end into a power outlet.  Turn the camera on and use it as desired.  When finished, turn the camera off and unplug the power cord from the outlet.
Page 181: Printing Images
A Canon SELPHY CP series compact photo printer is used here for the sake of illustration. Screens displayed and available functions vary by printer. Also refer to the printer manual for additional information.
Page 182 To print other images, repeat steps 5 – 6 after printing is finished.  When you are finished printing, turn the camera and printer off and disconnect the interface cable. • For Canon PictBridge-compatible printers (sold separately), see p. 174. Downloaded from ManualsCamera.com Manuals...
Page 183 Printing Images Still Images Configuring Print Settings Access the printing screen.  Follow steps 1 – 6 on pp. 181 – 182 to access the screen at left. Configure the settings.  Press the op buttons to choose an item, and then press the qr buttons to choose an option.
Page 184 Printing Images Cropping Images Before Printing (Trimming) By cropping images before printing, you can print a desired image area instead of the entire image. Choose [Trimming].  After following step 1 on p. 183 to access the printing screen, choose [Trimming] and press the m button.
Page 185: Choosing Paper Size And Layout Before Printing
Printing Images Choosing Paper Size and Layout Before Printing Choose [Paper Settings].  After following step 1 on p. 183 to access the printing screen, choose [Paper Settings] and press the m button. Choose a paper size.  Press the op buttons to choose an option, and then press the m button.
Page 186: Available Layout Options
Printing Images 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 4:3. Choose the print size.
Page 187: Printing Movie Scenes
[Caption] to [On]. To cancel printing in progress, press the m button. • • [ID Photo] and [Sequence] are not available with Canon PictBridge-compatible printer models earlier than CP720 and CP730. Downloaded from ManualsCamera.com Manuals...
Page 188 Printing Images Still Images Adding Images to the Print List (DPOF) Batch printing (p. 191) and ordering prints from a photo development service can be set up on the camera. Choose up to 998 images on a memory card and configure relevant settings, such as the number of copies, as follows. The printing information you prepare this way will conform to DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) standards.
Page 189 The date is printed in a format matching setting details in [Date/Time] on the 3 • tab, accessible by pressing the n button (p. 17). • Index printing is not available on some Canon PictBridge-compatible printers (sold separately). Downloaded from ManualsCamera.com Manuals...
Page 190: Setting Up Printing For Individual Images
Printing Images Setting Up Printing for Individual Images Choose [Select Images & Qty.]. Press the n button, choose [Select  Images & Qty.] on the 2 tab, and then press the m button. Choose an image. Press the qr buttons to choose an image, ...
Page 191: Clearing All Images From The Print List
Printing Images Configure the print settings.  Press the op buttons to choose [Order], and then press the m button. Setting Up Printing for All Images Choose [Select All Images].  Following step 1 on p. 190, choose [Select All Images] and press the m button.
Page 192: Adding Images To A Photobook
Printing Images Still Images Adding Images to a Photobook Photobooks can be set up on the camera by choosing up to 998 images on a memory card and importing them into the included 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 193: Adding All Images To A Photobook
Printing Images Choose an image.  Press the qr buttons to choose an image, and then press the m button.  is displayed.  To remove the image from the photobook, press the m button again. is no longer displayed. ...
Page 194: Using An Eye-Fi Card
Still Images Movies Using an Eye-Fi Card Before using an Eye-Fi card, always confirm that local use is permitted (p. 3). Inserting a prepared Eye-Fi card enables automatic wireless transfer of images to a computer or uploading to a photo-sharing website. Images are transferred by the Eye-Fi card.
Page 195: Checking Connection Information
Using an Eye-Fi Card • Power saving (p. 38) on the camera is temporarily disabled during image transfer. • Choosing mode will interrupt the Eye-Fi connection. Although the Eye-Fi connection will be restored after you choose another shooting mode or enter Playback mode, the camera may transfer any movies made in mode again.
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Page 197: Appendix
Appendix Helpful information when using the camera Downloaded from ManualsCamera.com Manuals...
Page 198: Troubleshooting
The battery is swollen. • Battery swelling is normal and does not pose any safety concerns. However, if battery swelling prevents the battery from fitting in the camera, contact a Canon Customer Support Help Desk. Display on a TV Camera images look distorted or not displayed on a TV (p. 176).
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Troubleshooting is displayed when the shutter button is pressed halfway (p. 58). • Set [IS mode] to [Continuous] (p. 123). Set the flash mode to h (p. 121). • • Increase the ISO speed (p. 108). • Mount the camera on a tripod or take other measures to keep it still. In this case, set [IS Mode] to [Off] (p.
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Troubleshooting Subjects are affected by red-eye (p. 73). • Set [Red-Eye Lamp] to [On] (p. 79) to activate the red-eye reduction lamp (p. 4) in flash shots. Note that while the red-eye reduction lamp is on (for about one second), it is not possible to shoot, because the lamp is counteracting red-eye.
Page 201: Handling Precautions
• Use a blower brush to remove dust from the lens. If cleaning is difficult, contact a Canon Customer Support Help Desk. • To prevent condensation from forming on the camera after sudden temperature changes (when the camera is transferred from cold to warm environments), put the camera in an airtight, resealable plastic bag and let it gradually adjust to the temperature before removing it from the bag.
Page 202: On-Screen Messages
Memory card error (p. 165) • 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 (p. 16). Insufficient space on card •...
Page 203 Switch to Playback mode to check for the image. • Frequent display of this error message may indicate camera damage. In this case, write down the error number (Exx) and contact a Canon Customer Support Help Desk. File Error •...
Page 204: On-Screen Information
On-Screen Information Shooting (Information Display) Battery level (p. 205) Digital zoom AE lock (p. 107), FE lock magnification (p. 55), (p. 122) Camera orientation* Digital tele-converter Shutter speed White balance (p. 110) (p. 115) Aperture value My Colors (p. 112) Shooting mode (p.
Page 205: Battery Level
On-Screen Information : Regular orientation, : Held vertically The camera detects the shooting orientation and adjusts settings for optimal shots. Orientation is also detected during playback, and in either orientation, the camera automatically rotates images as needed. However, the orientation may not be detected correctly when the camera is pointed straight up or down.
Page 206 On-Screen Information Playback (Detailed Information Display) Movies (pp. 46, 126), Resolution (pp. 72, 75), Flash (p. 121) High-speed burst MOV (movies) Focusing range (pp. 114, (p. 100), Print list (p. 188) Transferred via Eye-Fi 115) My Category (p. 149) (p. 194) File size (p.
Page 207 On-Screen Information Summary of Movie Control Panel in “Viewing” (p. 126) Exit Play Slow Motion (Press the qr buttons to adjust the playback speed. No sound is played.) Skip Backward* (To continue skipping backward, keep holding down the m button.) Previous Frame (For fast-rewind, keep holding down the m button.) Next Frame (For fast-forward, keep holding down the m button.) Skip Forward* (To continue skipping forward, keep holding down the m...
Page 208: Functions And Menu Tables
Functions and Menu Tables Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode Shooting Mode Function Exposure Compensation (p. 107) –        AE Lock/FE Lock* (pp. 107, 122) –   – – – – –  ...
Page 209 Functions and Menu Tables          – –   –  – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – –   ...
Page 210 Functions and Menu Tables FUNC. Menu Shooting Mode Function         Metering Method (p. 108) –   – – – – –         My Colors (p. 112) –...
Page 211 Functions and Menu Tables                  – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – –   ...
Page 212: Shooting Menu
Functions and Menu Tables 4 Shooting Menu Shooting Mode Function Face AiAF*         AF Frame (p. 116) Tracking AF  –  – – – – Center –    – – –...
Page 213 Functions and Menu Tables    – –       –   –   – – – – – – – –           – ...
Page 214: Set Up Menu
Functions and Menu Tables 3 Set up Menu Item Ref. Page Item Ref. Page Mute p. 160 Lens Retract p. 166 Volume p. 160 Power Saving pp. 38, 167 Sound Options p. 161 Time Zone p. 168 Hints & Tips p.
Page 215: Print Menu
Functions and Menu Tables 2 Print Menu Item Ref. Page Item Ref. Page Print – Select All Images p. 191 Select Images & Qty. p. 190 Clear All Selections p. 191 Select Range p. 190 Print Settings p. 188 Playback Mode FUNC. Menu Item Ref.
Page 216: Index
Index Digital zoom..........55 Display language........19 AC adapter kit........173, 179 DPOF ............188 Accessories ..........173 AE lock ............ 107 AF frames........21, 47, 116 Editing AF  Focusing Cropping ........... 153 AF lock ............ 120 i-Contrast .......... 155 Aspect ratio ..........
Page 217 Index Grid lines ........... 76 P (shooting mode) ........106 Package contents ........2 Photobook set-up ........192 Handheld nightscene (shooting mode)..82 PictBridge ........174, 181 Playback  Viewing High-speed burst (shooting mode) ..100 Household power........179 Portrait (shooting mode) ......82 Poster effect (shooting mode) ....86 Powered IS ..........
Page 218 Index Soft focus (shooting mode) ....... 90 Software DIGITAL CAMERA Solution Disk ..2 Installation .......... 27 Sounds ............ 160 Stitch Assist (shooting mode)....102 Strap............2 Super slow motion movie (movie mode).. 103 Super vivid (shooting mode)...... 86 Terminal ......175, 176, 179, 181 Toy camera effect (shooting mode)...
Page 219: Trademark Acknowledgments
CAUTION RISK OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS REPLACED BY AN INCORRECT TYPE. DISPOSE OF USED BATTERIES ACCORDING TO LOCAL REGULATION. Trademark Acknowledgments • The SDXC logo is a trademark of SD-3C, LLC. • This device incorporates exFAT technology licensed from Microsoft. •...
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