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• Make sure you read this guide, including the "Safety
Precautions" section, before using the camera.
• Reading this guide will help you learn to use the camera
properly.
• Store this guide safely so that you can use it in the future.
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Summary of Contents for Camera Powershot SX230 HS

  • Page 1 • Make sure you read this guide, including the “Safety Precautions” section, before using the camera. • Reading this guide will help you learn to use the camera properly. • Store this guide safely so that you can use it in the future.
  • Page 2: Checking The Package Contents

    • Camera User Guide (This Guide) Once you have mastered the basics, use the camera’s many features to shoot more challenging photos. • Software Guide Read when you want to use the included software.
  • Page 3: Other

    Warranty Limitations This camera’s warranty is only effective in the country of sale. If there is a problem with the camera while abroad, please return it to the country of sale before proceeding with a warranty claim to a Canon Customer Support Help Desk.
  • Page 4 What Do You Want to Do? Shoot Shoot, leaving it to the camera to make settings ......24 Just take pictures (Easy mode)............29 Take good people shots Portraits Kids and pets At the beach Against snow Facial expressions (p. 65) (p. 65) (p.
  • Page 5: Print

    ................117 Print Easily print pictures ..............152 Save Save images to a computer ............33 Other Turn off sounds ................48 Use the camera abroad............15, 169 Understand what is displayed on the screen ......184 SX230 HS Use the GPS function ..........102...
  • Page 6 Table of Contents Chapters 1 – 3 explain the basic operations and frequently used functions of this camera. Chapters 4 onward explain the advanced functions, letting you learn more as you read each chapter. Checking the Package Contents ..2 FUNC. Menu – Basic Operations..46 Read This First ........3...
  • Page 7 SX230 HS (High-speed Burst)......79 ........102 Shooting Stitch Assist Images ..80 6 Getting More Out of Your Camera ......107 5 Choosing Settings Yourself......81 Setting the Shutter Speed ..... 108 Shooting in Program AE ....82 Setting the Aperture Value .... 109 Turning the Flash On ......
  • Page 8 Table of Contents Changing Image Transitions..131 10 Customizing Camera Viewing Images on a TV....132 Settings ......163 Protecting Images......135 Changing Camera Settings ... 164 Erasing All Images......138 Changing Shooting Function Tagging Images as Favorites ..140 Settings ........171 Organizing Images by Category Changing Playback Function (My Category)......141...
  • Page 9: Conventions Used In This Guide

    • This guide assumes all functions are at their default settings. • The various types of memory cards that can be used in this camera are collectively referred to as memory cards in this guide. • Functions that differ depending on the camera model are indicated with the...
  • Page 10: Safety Precautions

    If liquids or foreign objects come into contact with the camera interior, immediately turn the camera power 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.
  • Page 11 Caution Denotes the possibility of damage to the equipment. • Do not aim the camera at bright light sources (such as the sun on a clear day). Doing so may damage the image sensor. • When using the camera on a beach or at a windy location, be careful not to allow dust or sand to enter the camera.
  • Page 12 Do not sit down with the camera in your pocket. Doing so may cause malfunctions or damage the screen. • When putting the camera in your bag, ensure that hard objects do not come into contact with the screen. •...
  • Page 13: Getting Started

    Attach the included strap and wrap it around your wrist to avoid dropping the camera during use. • Keep your arms tight against your body while holding the camera firmly by the sides when shooting. Be sure that your fingers do not block the flash while it is raised.
  • Page 14: Charging The Battery

    Charging the Battery Use the included charger to charge the battery. Be sure to charge the battery as it is not charged at the time of purchase. Remove the cover. Insert the battery. Align the o marks on the battery and charger, then insert the battery by sliding it in ( ) and down (...
  • Page 15 Approx. 4 hours Playback Time • The number of shots that can be taken is based on the Camera & Imaging Products Association (CIPA) measurement standard. • Under some shooting conditions, the number of shots that can be taken may be less than mentioned above.
  • Page 16: Memory Card

    Compatible Memory Cards (Sold Separately) The cards below can be used without restrictions on their capacities. • SD memory cards* • SDHC memory cards* • SDXC memory cards* • MultiMediaCards • MMCplus memory cards • HC MMCplus memory cards • Eye-Fi Cards * This memory card complies with the SD standards.
  • Page 17: Insert The Battery

    Insert the memory card as shown until it locks into place with a click. Be sure the memory card is oriented correctly. Inserting the memory card in the wrong direction could damage the camera. Label Close the cover. Close the cover (...
  • Page 18: Removing The Battery And Memory Card

    Values are based on the default settings. • The number of shots that can be taken will vary depending on camera settings, the subject and the memory card used. Can you check the number of shots that can be taken?
  • Page 19: Setting The Date And Time

    Pressing the power button will turn off the camera. Reappearing Date/Time screen Set the correct date and time. If you have not set the date and time and the home time zone, the Date/Time screen will appear each time you turn on the camera.
  • Page 20: Changing The Date And Time

    • By inserting a charged battery or connecting an AC adapter kit (sold separately, p. 39) the date/time battery can be charged in about 4 hours even if the camera is not turned on. • If the date/time battery is depleted, the Date/Time screen will appear when you turn the camera on.
  • Page 21: Setting The Display Language

    Setting the Display Language You can change the language that displays on the screen. Enter Playback mode. Press the 1 button. Display the settings screen. Press and hold the m button, then immediately press the n button. Set the display language. Press the opqr buttons or turn the Â...
  • Page 22: Formatting Memory Cards

    Formatting Memory Cards Before you use a new memory card or one that has been formatted in other devices, you should format the card with this camera. Formatting (initializing) a memory card erases all data on the memory card. As you cannot retrieve the erased data, exercise adequate caution before formatting the memory card.
  • Page 23: Pressing The Shutter Button

    • If the camera or subject moves while the shutter sound is playing, the recorded image may be blurry. If you shoot without pressing the shutter button halfway, the image may not...
  • Page 24: Taking Pictures (Smart Auto)

    Since the camera can determine the subject and shooting conditions, you can let it automatically select the best settings for the scene and just shoot. The camera can also detect and focus on faces, setting the color and brightness to optimal levels.
  • Page 25 What if white and gray frames appear when you point the camera toward a subject? A white frame appears on the face or subject that the camera detected as the main subject, while gray frames appear on other detected faces. The frames will follow the subjects within a certain range (p.
  • Page 26 (Servo AF). • What if a flashing appears? Attach the camera to a tripod so that the camera does not move and blur the image. • What if the camera does not play any sounds? Pressing the l button while turning on the camera power will turn off all sounds except for warning sounds.
  • Page 27: Viewing Images

    Pressing the 1 button again while the lens is retracted will turn off the power. Switching to Shooting mode Pressing the shutter button halfway, or turning the mode dial in Playback mode switches the camera to Shooting mode.
  • Page 28: Erasing Images

    Erasing Images You can choose and erase images one at a time. Please note that erased images cannot be recovered. Exercise adequate caution before erasing an image. Enter Playback mode. Press the 1 button. The last image you took will appear. Choose an image to erase.
  • Page 29: Shooting Or Viewing Images In Easy Mode

    Shooting or Viewing Images in Easy Mode In Easy mode, operational instructions are displayed on the screen, and the camera is set so that only the buttons, the zoom lever and the movie button (p. 30) explained on this page are functional. This prevents incorrect operation of the camera, allowing even beginners to take and view worry-free pictures.
  • Page 30: Shooting Movies

    Shooting Movies The camera will determine the subject and shooting conditions, and select the best settings for the scene. Choose A mode. Set the mode dial to A. Remaining Time Compose the shot. Moving the zoom lever toward i will zoom in on your subject, making it appear larger.
  • Page 31: Shooting Time

    Stop shooting. Press the movie button again. The camera will beep twice and stop shooting the movie. The movie will record to the memory card. Shooting will automatically stop when the memory card fills.
  • Page 32: Viewing Movies

    • If you use the supplied software to copy the movie back onto the memory card, you can play back the movie smoothly with the camera. For enhanced playback you can also connect the camera to a TV.
  • Page 33: Transferring Images To A Computer For Viewing

    Transferring Images to a Computer for Viewing You can use the included software to transfer images you have shot with the camera to a computer for viewing. If you are already using software included with another Canon-brand compact digital camera, install the software from the included CD-ROM, overwriting your current installation.
  • Page 34: Install The Software

    Install the Software. Windows Place the CD in the computer’s CD- ROM drive. Place the supplied CD-ROM (DIGITAL CAMERA Solution Disk) (p. 2) into the computer’s CD-ROM drive. Begin installation. Click [Easy Installation] and follow the on-screen instructions to proceed with the installation.
  • Page 35 Macintosh Place the CD in the computer’s CD- ROM drive. Place the supplied CD-ROM (DIGITAL CAMERA Solution Disk) (p. 2) into the computer’s CD-ROM drive. Begin installation. Double-click the on the CD. Click [Install], and follow the on-screen instructions to proceed with the installation.
  • Page 36: Turn On The Camera

    Transferring Images to a Computer for Viewing Turn on the camera. Press the 1 button to turn on the camera. Open CameraWindow. Windows Click [Downloads Images From Canon Camera using Canon CameraWindow]. CameraWindow will appear. If CameraWindow does not appear, click...
  • Page 37 There are, however, the following limitations. • It may take a few minutes from when you connect the camera to the computer until you can transfer images. • Images shot in the vertical orientation may be transferred in the horizontal orientation.
  • Page 38: Accessories

    Compliant Printers HDMI Cable HTC-100 High-Definition TV Separately Sold Accessories The following camera accessories are sold separately. Some accessories are not sold in some regions, or may no longer be available. Power Supplies Battery Charger CB-2LX/CB-2LXE A charger for charging Battery Pack NB- Battery Pack NB-5L Rechargeable lithium-ion battery.
  • Page 39: Other Accessories

    Separately Sold Accessories AC Adapter Kit ACK-DC30 This kit lets you power the camera using household power. Recommended for powering the camera for an extended period of time or when connecting to a computer or printer. Cannot be used to charge the camera battery.
  • Page 40 Separately Sold Accessories HDMI Cable HTC-100 Use this cable to connect the camera to ™ the HDMI terminal on a high-definition TV set. Printers Canon-Brand PictBridge Compliant Printers By connecting your camera to a Canon- brand PictBridge compliant printer, you can print your images without having to use a computer.
  • Page 41: Learning More

    Learning More This chapter explains the parts of the camera and what appears on the screen, as well as the basic operating instructions.
  • Page 42: Components Guide

    You can make a short movie of a day settings for the scene (pp. 65, 66). just by taking still images (p. 64). If you turn the mode dial while in Playback mode, the camera will switch to Shooting mode.
  • Page 43: Control Dial

    Components Guide Screen (LCD Monitor) (pp. 44, 184, Movie Button (pp. 30, 113) b (Exposure Compensation) (p. 83) / 186) o Button Power Button (p. 19) e (Macro) (p. 93) / f (Manual Focus) Mode Dial (p. 42) (p. 96) / q Button Indicator (p.
  • Page 44: Screen Display

    Screen Display Switching the Display You can change the screen display using the l button. Refer to p. 184 for details on information that appears on the screen. Shooting Information Display No Information Display Playback No Information Simple Information Detailed Information Focus Check Display Display...
  • Page 45: Indicator

    • UTC stands for “Coordinated Universal Time”, and is approximately equivalent to Greenwich Mean Time. Indicator The indicator on the back of the camera (p. 43) will light or blink depending on the camera’s status. Colors Status Operation Status Lights When connected to a computer (p.
  • Page 46: Func. Menu – Basic Operations

    FUNC. Menu – Basic Operations Commonly used functions can be set with the FUNC. menu. The menu items and options differ depending on the Shooting mode or Playback mode (pp. 188 – 191, 197). Display the FUNC. menu. Press the m button. Choose a menu item.
  • Page 47: Menu – Basic Operations

    MENU – Basic Operations Various functions can be set from the menus. The menu items are organized under tabs, such as for shooting (4) and playback (1). The options differ depending on the Shooting mode and the Playback mode (pp. 192 – 197). Display the menu.
  • Page 48: Changing The Sound Settings

    [Mute], then press the qr buttons to choose [On]. Press the n button to restore the normal screen. You can also mute camera sounds by holding down the l button and • turning on the power. • If you mute camera sounds, the sound will also be muted when playing back movies (p.
  • Page 49: Adjusting The Volume

    Changing the Sound Settings Adjusting the Volume Display the menu. Press the n button. Choose [Volume]. Move the zoom lever to choose the 3 tab. Press the op buttons or turn the  dial to choose [Volume], then press the m button.
  • Page 50: Adjusting The Screen Brightness

    2 seconds to return the screen to the original brightness. • The next time you turn on the camera, the screen will be at the brightness setting chosen from the 3 tab. When you have set the brightness to its highest setting in the 3 tab, you •...
  • Page 51: Returning The Camera To Default Settings

    Returning the Camera to Default Settings When you have mistakenly changed a setting, you can reset the camera to the default settings. Display the menu. Press the n button. Choose [Reset All]. Move the zoom lever to choose the 3 tab.
  • Page 52: Clock Functions

    The screen will turn off approximately 1 minute after you stop operating the camera. After about 2 more minutes, the lens will retract and the power will turn off. When the screen has turned off but the lens has not yet retracted, pressing the shutter button halfway (p.
  • Page 53 This chapter explains how to use common functions, such as the self- timer, and how to turn off the flash. This chapter assumes that the camera is set to A mode. When shooting • in another mode, check which functions are available in that mode (pp. 188...
  • Page 54: Turning The Flash Off

    What if a flashing appears? When you press the shutter button halfway in low light conditions where camera shake is likely, a flashing will appear on the screen. Attach the camera to a tripod to prevent it from moving.
  • Page 55: Zooming In More Closely On Subjects (Digital Zoom)

    Zooming in More Closely on Subjects (Digital Zoom) You can use the digital zoom to zoom up to approximately 56x maximum, and capture subjects that are too far away for the optical zoom to enlarge. However, depending on the recording pixel setting (p. 60) and zoom factor, the images may appear coarse (the zoom factor will appear in blue).
  • Page 56 The focal length of the lens can be increased by approximately 1.5x or approximately 2.0x. This enables a faster shutter speed and less chance of camera shake than the zoom (including digital zoom) used by itself at the same zoom factor.
  • Page 57: Inserting The Date And Time

    Inserting the Date and Time You can insert the shooting date and time in the lower right corner of an image. Once inserted, however, they cannot be deleted. Be sure to check beforehand that the date and time are correctly set (p. 19). Display the menu.
  • Page 58: Using The Self-Timer

    Using the Self-Timer The self-timer can be used to shoot a group photo that includes the photographer. The camera will shoot approximately 10 seconds after the shutter button is pressed. Press the p button. Choose Ò. Press the op buttons or turn the  dial to choose Ò, then press the m button.
  • Page 59 Using the Self-Timer Using the Self-Timer to Prevent Camera Shake The camera will shoot approximately 2 seconds after the shutter button is pressed, preventing any camera shake that occurs when pressing the shutter button. Choose Î. Follow Step 2 on p. 58 to choose Î.
  • Page 60: Image Size

    Changing the Recording Pixel Setting (Image Size) You can choose from 4 recording pixel settings. Choose the recording pixel setting. After pressing the m button, press the op buttons or turn the  dial to choose , then press the m button again. Choose an option.
  • Page 61 • The values in the table are measured according to Canon standards and may change depending on the subject, memory card and camera settings. • The values in the table are based on 4:3 aspect ratio. If the aspect ratio is changed (p.
  • Page 63: Adding Effects And Shooting In Various Conditions

    Adding Effects and Shooting in Various Conditions This chapter explains how to add effects and how to shoot in various conditions.
  • Page 64 If the Time Zone setting is changed (p. 169) When a new folder is created (p. 168) • If you operate the camera while shooting a movie, the sounds made will be recorded in the movie. • The camera will not play sounds, such as when pressing the shutter...
  • Page 65: Shooting In Various Conditions

    Shooting in Various Conditions The camera will select the necessary settings for the conditions in which you wish to shoot when you choose the matching mode. Choose a Shooting mode. Set the mode dial to a Shooting mode. Shoot. I Take portraits (Portrait) Produces a soft effect when photographing people.
  • Page 66: Shooting In Special Scenes

    Shooting in Special Scenes The camera will select the necessary settings for the conditions in which you wish to shoot when you choose the matching mode. Enter K mode. Set the mode dial to K. Choose a Shooting mode. After pressing the m button, press the op buttons or turn the Â...
  • Page 67 Shooting in Special Scenes w Take shots of people at the beach (Beach) Lets you take shots of brightly lit people on sandy beaches where the reflected sunlight is strong. S Shoot underwater (Underwater) Lets you take natural-colored shots of aquatic life and underwater scenery when used with a waterproof case (sold separately) (p.
  • Page 68 In t mode, attach the camera to a tripod to prevent the camera from • moving and blurring the image. Additionally, you should set [IS Mode] to [Off] when shooting with a tripod (p.
  • Page 69: Super Vivid

    Adding Effects and Shooting (Creative Filters) You can add various effects to images when shooting. Enter mode. Set the mode dial to Choose a Shooting mode. After pressing the m button, press the op buttons or turn the  dial to choose , then press the m button again.
  • Page 70: Miniature Effect

    Adding Effects and Shooting (Creative Filters) Shoot with the Effects of a Fish-Eye Lens (Fish- eye Effect) Lets you shoot with the distorting effect of a fish-eye lens. Choose Follow Steps 1 – 2 on p. 69 to choose Choose an effect level. Press the l button.
  • Page 71 Camera Effect) This effect darkens and blurs the corners of the image, and changes the overall color so that it looks like an image shot with a toy camera. Choose Follow Steps 1 – 2 on p. 69 to choose Choose a color tone.
  • Page 72: Shooting In Monochrome

    Adding Effects and Shooting (Creative Filters) Shooting in Monochrome You can shoot images in black and white, sepia or blue and white. Choose Follow Steps 1 – 2 on p. 69 to choose Choose a color tone. Press the l button. [Color Tone] will appear on the screen.
  • Page 73: Changing The Color And Shooting

    Adding Effects and Shooting (Creative Filters) Changing the Color and Shooting You can change the look of an image when shooting. However, depending on shooting conditions, the image may become coarse, or the colors may not come out as expected. Color Accent You can choose to retain a single color and change the rest to black and white in a composition.
  • Page 74 Adding Effects and Shooting (Creative Filters) Color Swap You can swap one color in an image for another when recording it. You can only swap one color. Choose Y. Follow Steps 1 – 2 on p. 69 to choose Y. Press the l button.
  • Page 75: Smart Shutter

    Press the p button again to resume smile detection. What if a smile is not detected? Smiles are easier to detect if the subject faces the camera, and opens their mouth enough to show some teeth when smiling. Changing the number of shots in Step 1, press the op buttons.
  • Page 76 Detecting a Face and Shooting (Smart Shutter) Using the Wink Self-Timer Point the camera at a person and press the shutter button fully. The camera will shoot approximately two seconds after it detects a wink. Choose Follow Steps 1 – 2 on p. 66 to choose then press the l button.
  • Page 77 • If there are no people in the shot when the shutter button is pressed fully, the camera will shoot after a person enters the shot and winks. Using the Face Self-Timer The shutter will release approximately two seconds after the camera detects a new face (p.
  • Page 78 15 seconds later. Capturing the Best Facial Expressions (Best Image Selection) The camera takes 5 continuous shots, then detects various aspects of the shot such as facial expressions, and saves only one picture detected as the best. Choose Follow Steps 1 –...
  • Page 79: Print

    • The focus, brightness and white balance will be set with the first shot. • Depending on the shooting conditions, camera settings and the zoom position, the camera may stop shooting momentarily, or the shooting speed may slow down. •...
  • Page 80: Shooting Stitch Assist Images

    Shooting Stitch Assist Images Large subjects can be split into several shots that can later be merged together using the included software on a computer to create a panoramic image. Choose x or v. Follow Steps 1 – 2 on p. 66 to choose x or v.
  • Page 81: Choosing Settings Yourself

    Before attempting to shoot using a function explained in this chapter in modes other than G mode, check if the function is available in those modes (pp. 188 – 195). “Correcting the White Balance” (p. 84) assumes that the camera is in S • mode.
  • Page 82: Shooting In Program Ae

    Shooting in Program AE You can choose the settings for various functions to suit your preferences. AE stands for Auto Exposure. Enter G mode. Set the mode dial to G. Adjust the settings according to your purposes (pp. 83 – 106). Shoot.
  • Page 83: Adjusting The White Balance

    Adjusting the Brightness (Exposure Compensation) You can adjust the standard exposure set by the camera in 1/3-stop increments in the range of -2 to +2. Enter Exposure Compensation mode. Press the o button. Adjust the brightness. While watching the screen, turn the  dial to adjust the brightness, then press the o button.
  • Page 84: Custom White Balance

    The tint on the screen will change when white balance data is set. If you change camera settings after recording white balance data, the tone may not turn out properly. Correcting the White Balance You can manually adjust the white balance when in S mode (p. 67). This adjustment will have the same effect as using a commercially-available color compensating filter.
  • Page 85: Changing The Iso Speed

    Raising the ISO speed results in a faster shutter speed, reducing image blurring and letting the flash reach greater distances to the subject. The images, however, will appear coarse. When the camera is set to , you can press the shutter button halfway to display the automatically set ISO speed.
  • Page 86: Changing The Aspect Ratio

    The option you set will appear on the screen. The same aspect ratio as the screen of this camera, used for displaying on wide- screen HD (high definition) TVs. The same aspect ratio as 35mm film, used for printing out 5 x 7 in. or postcard sized images.
  • Page 87: Continuous Shooting

    Continuous Shooting As long as you hold the shutter button down, the camera will shoot continuously. Choose a Drive mode. After pressing the m button, press the op buttons or turn the  dial to choose , then press the m button again.
  • Page 88 Changing the Tone of an Image (My Colors) You can change the tone of an image, for example to sepia or black and white, when shooting. Choose My Colors. After pressing the m button, press the op buttons or turn the  dial to choose , then press the m button again.
  • Page 89: Correcting The Brightness And Shooting (I-Contrast)

    Correcting the Brightness and Shooting (i-Contrast) The camera can detect areas in the scene, such as faces or backgrounds, that are too bright or dark and automatically adjust them to the optimum brightness when shooting. Also, when the overall image is lacking in contrast, the camera will automatically correct the image for a sharper impression when shooting.
  • Page 90: Changing The Af Frame Mode

    The AF frame is set to [Normal] when using the digital zoom (p. 55), digital tele- converter (p. 56), or manual focus (p. 96). If the camera cannot focus when you press the shutter button halfway, the AF frame will turn yellow and will appear.
  • Page 91: Face Detect

    ( only). • When the camera is pointed at subjects, a white frame appears on the face the camera judges to be the main subject, and gray frames (max. 2) will appear on other faces. •...
  • Page 92: Choosing The Subject To Focus On

    The camera will continue to track the subject within a certain range even if the subject moves. If the camera does not detect the subject, will appear on the screen. To cancel tracking, press the q button again.
  • Page 93 Servo AF (p. 95) is fixed to [On]. • The camera may not be able to track the subject if the subject is too small, moves too quickly or if the contrast between the subject and the background is too low.
  • Page 94: Shooting With The Af Lock

    Shooting with the AF Lock The focus can be locked. After locking the focus, the focal distance will not change even when you release your finger from the shutter button. Lock the focus. Keep the shutter button pressed halfway and press the q button. The focus locks, and and the MF indicator appear on the screen.
  • Page 95: Shooting With Servo Af

    AF frame appears while you press the shutter button halfway. • The camera may not be able to focus in some conditions. • In low light conditions, AF frames may not turn blue even after pressing the shutter button halfway. In this case, you can set the focus and exposure with the AF frame setting.
  • Page 96: Shooting In Manual Focus Mode

    (p. 90). If you want to change the AF frame mode or size, cancel manual focus mode first. • In order to focus accurately, try attaching the camera to a tripod. • When using the digital zoom (p. 55), digital tele-converter (p. 56), or when using a television as a display (p.
  • Page 97: Changing The Metering Method

    You can lock the exposure and shoot, or set the focus and exposure separately to shoot. AE stands for “Auto Exposure”. Lock the exposure. Point the camera toward the subject and press the o button while pressing the shutter button halfway.
  • Page 98: Shooting With The Fe Lock

    FE stands for “Flash Exposure”. Make sure the flash is raised, then choose h (p. 82). Lock the flash exposure. Point the camera toward the subject and press the o button while pressing the shutter button halfway. The flash will fire and when appears, the flash output will be retained.
  • Page 99: Adjusting The Flash Exposure Compensation

    Once set, ~ will appear on the screen. Safety FE The camera automatically changes the shutter speed or aperture value when the flash fires to avoid overexposing and blowing out the highlights in the scene. However, if you press the n button to display the 4 tab and set [Safety FE] in [Flash Settings] to [Off], the shutter speed and aperture value will not automatically adjust.
  • Page 100: Shooting With Slow Synchro

    Attach the camera to a tripod to prevent the camera from moving and blurring the image. Additionally, you should set the [IS Mode] to [Off] when shooting with a tripod (p. 173).
  • Page 101: Checking For Shut Eyes

    Shooting Using a TV as the Display You can use a TV to display the camera screen content while shooting. • To connect the camera to a TV, follow the Steps in “Viewing Images on a TV” (p. 132). •...
  • Page 102: Sx230 Hs

    1.5 GHz. Since the position of GPS satellites changes over time, the camera’s positioning data may not be recorded or the recorded position may differ from the actual position even in situations other than those mentioned above.
  • Page 103 (p. 44). You can check the GPS reception status displayed on the screen. Reception Status Display (Displayed) GPS satellite signal received. The camera’s positioning data or the shooting date can be recorded. (Flashing) Searching for GPS satellite. (Displayed) Cannot receive GPS satellite signal.
  • Page 104 Recording the Camera’s Location Information (Logger Function) When the camera is turned off, it will continue to receive a signal from GPS satellites for a certain interval of time, and record the route taken. Based on the received signals, the location information and shooting date for a single day will be recorded in a GPS log file, separate from images.
  • Page 105: Turn Off The Camera

    If [GPS Logger] is set to [On], battery power will be consumed even when the camera is turned off. If the camera is in an environment where a GPS signal cannot be received (indoors, etc.), the battery may be depleted in half a day even if you do not shoot.
  • Page 106: Print

    • SD, SDHC and SDXC memory cards have a write-protect tab. If this tab is in the locked position, or an Eye-Fi card is inserted in the camera, you will not be able to save GPS log files. •...
  • Page 107: Getting More Out Of Your Camera

    Getting More Out of Your Camera This chapter explains how to shoot in M, B and D modes. • This chapter assumes that the camera has been set to the corresponding mode.
  • Page 108: Setting The Shutter Speed

    Setting the Shutter Speed You can set the shutter to the speed at which you want to shoot. The camera will set the appropriate aperture value for the shutter speed you set. M stands for “Time value”. Set the mode dial to Adjust the setting.
  • Page 109: Setting The Aperture Value

    Setting the Aperture Value You can set the aperture to a value at which you want to shoot. The camera will set the appropriate shutter speed for the aperture value you set. B stands for “Aperture value”, which refers to the size of the aperture opening inside the lens.
  • Page 110: Setting The Shutter Speed And Aperture Value

    Setting the Shutter Speed and Aperture Value You can manually set the shutter speed and aperture to shoot images with the exposure you want. D stands for “Manual”. Set the mode dial to D. Choose a setting. Press the o button to choose the shutter speed or aperture value.
  • Page 111: Adjusting The Flash Output

    Adjusting the Flash Output In D mode, you can choose 3 levels of flash output. Set the mode dial to D. Choose the flash output level. After pressing the m button, press the op buttons or turn the  dial to choose ~, then press the m button.
  • Page 113 Using Various Functions for Shooting Movies This chapter serves as a more advanced version of the “Shooting Movies” and “Viewing Movies” sections in Chapter 1, and explains how to use various functions for shooting and viewing movies. This chapter assumes that you have set the mode dial to E. However, •...
  • Page 114: Shooting Movies In E Mode

    Shooting Movies in E Mode Enter E mode. Set the mode dial to E. Adjust the settings according to your purposes (pp. 114 – 120). Shoot. Press the movie button. To stop shooting the movie, press the movie button again. Changing the Movie Mode You can choose among 3 different Movie modes.
  • Page 115: Shooting Various Kinds Of Movies

    Shooting Various Kinds of Movies Just as with still images, you can let the camera select the best settings for the scene or add various effects while shooting movies. Choose a Shooting mode. Follow Step 1 on p. 65, Steps 1 – 2 on p.
  • Page 116: Changing The Image Quality

    Changing the Image Quality You can choose among 4 different image quality settings. Choose the image quality setting. After pressing the m button, press the op buttons or turn the  dial to choose , then press the m button again. Choose an option.
  • Page 117: Shooting Super Slow Motion Movies

    Shooting Super Slow Motion Movies You can shoot fast moving subjects and play them back in slow motion. Audio will not be recorded. Choose Follow the steps for “Changing the Movie Mode” on p. 114 to choose Black bars will appear on the left and right sides of the screen.
  • Page 118: Miniature Model (Miniature Effect)

    Shoot Movies That Look Like a Miniature Model (Miniature Effect) • The recording pixel setting will be fixed at when shooting in , and when shooting in • Even if you press the zoom lever, the zoom will not operate while shooting.
  • Page 119: Ae Lock/Exposure Shift

    • Holding the camera vertically will change the orientation of the frame. • Since you may not achieve the expected results depending on the shooting conditions, try taking some test shots first.
  • Page 120: Using The Wind Filter

    Using the Wind Filter Wind Filter suppresses noise when the wind is strong. However, unnatural sound may result when used to record in locations with no wind. Press the n button to choose [Wind Filter] from the 4 tab, then press the qr buttons to choose [On].
  • Page 121: Editing

    Editing You can trim the beginnings and ends of recorded movies. Choose *. Follow Steps 1 – 3 on p. 32 to choose *, then press the m button. The movie editing panel and the movie editing bar will appear. Movie Editing Panel Set the editing range.
  • Page 122 Editing Save the edited movie. Press the op buttons to choose , then press the m button. Press the opqr buttons or turn the  dial to choose [New File], then press the m button. The movie will be saved as a new file. •...
  • Page 123: Editing Functions

    Using Various Playback and Editing Functions This chapter explains various ways to play back and edit images. Press the 1 button to enter Playback mode before operating the camera. • • It may not be possible to play back or edit images that have been edited on a computer, have had their file names changed, or have been taken on a different camera.
  • Page 124: Quickly Searching Images

    Turning the  dial will display images in a line letting you quickly search them. You can also jump by the shooting date (Scroll Display). Choose an image. If you set the camera to single image playback and turn the  dial quickly, the images will display as shown on the left.
  • Page 125: Viewing Images In Filtered Playback

    Viewing Images in Filtered Playback Viewing movies made with Movie Digest You can select movies made in mode (p. 64) by date for viewing. Choose After pressing the m button, press the op buttons to choose , then press the m button again.
  • Page 126: Viewing Slideshows

    Viewing Slideshows If you press the qr buttons or turn the  dial, only the chosen target images will display. If you choose in Step 2, filtered playback will be canceled. Search filters Favorites Displays the images tagged as favorites (p. 140) Shot Date Displays the images shot on a specified date My Category...
  • Page 127: Changing Settings

    Viewing Slideshows Choose a transition effect. Press the op buttons or turn the  dial to choose an effect, then press the m button. The slideshow will start a few seconds after [Loading image...] appears. In filtered playback (p. 125), only images matching a filter play back.
  • Page 128: Magnifying Images

    Magnifying Images Move the zoom lever toward k. The display will zoom in on the image. If you continue to hold the zoom lever, it will zoom in up to a maximum factor of approximately 10x. If you press the opqr buttons, you can move the location of the displayed area.
  • Page 129: Print

    Viewing Each Image in a Group View each image in the group. If you press the qr buttons or turn the  dial, only the images in the group will be displayed. After pressing the m button, press the op buttons or turn the  dial to choose , then press the m button again to cancel group playback.
  • Page 130 Only still images shot with this camera will play back in Smart Shuffle. • is not available in the following situations: If there are less than 50 images taken with this camera on the memory card If you play back images not supported by Smart Shuffle During filtered playback...
  • Page 131: Checking The Focus

    Checking the Focus You can magnify the area of a recorded image that was inside the AF frame to check the focus. Press the l button to switch to the focus check display (p. 44). A white frame will appear where the AF frame was when the focus was set.
  • Page 132: Viewing Images On A Tv

    Viewing Images on a TV Viewing Images on a Standard TV Using the supplied stereo AV cable (p. 2), you can connect the camera to a TV to view images you have shot. Turn off the camera and TV. Connect the camera to the TV.
  • Page 133: Display Images

    Operation sounds will not play when connected to an HD TV. Using a TV Remote to Control the Camera When you connect the camera to an HDMI CEC compatible TV, you can use the TV’s remote control to operate the camera and play back images or view slideshows.
  • Page 134 Change display Changes the screen display (p. 44). • If you operate the controls on the camera, you will not be able to control the camera with the TV’s remote control until you return to single image playback. •...
  • Page 135: Protecting Images

    Protecting Images You can protect important images so that they cannot be accidentally erased with the camera (pp. 28, 138). Protect the image. After pressing the m button, press the op buttons or turn the  dial to choose :, then press the m button again.
  • Page 136 Protecting Images Choose images. Press the qr buttons or turn the  dial to choose an image, then press the m button. will appear on the screen. Press the m button again to deselect the image. will disappear. To choose additional images, repeat the above procedure.
  • Page 137 Protecting Images Choose an ending image. Press the r button to choose [Last image], then press the m button. Press the qr buttons or turn the  dial to choose an image, then press the m button. You cannot choose images before the first image.
  • Page 138: Erasing All Images

    Erasing All Images You can choose images and then erase them in groups. Since erased images cannot be recovered, exercise adequate caution before erasing. Protected images (p. 135) cannot be erased. Choose a selection method Choose [Erase]. Press the n button to choose [Erase] from the 1 tab, then press the m button.
  • Page 139 Erasing All Images Select Range Choose [Select Range]. Follow Step 2 on p. 138 to choose [Select Range], then press the m button. Choose images. Follow Steps 2 and 3 on p. 136 to choose images. Erase. Press the p button to choose [Erase], then press the m button.
  • Page 140: Tagging Images As Favorites

    Tagging Images as Favorites When you tag images as favorites, you can easily categorize just those images. You can also filter out just those images for viewing, protecting or erasing (p. 125). Make the setting. After pressing the m button, press the op buttons or turn the Â...
  • Page 141: Print

    Organizing Images by Category (My Category) If you switch to Shooting mode or turn off the power before completing the setting in Step 3, images will not be tagged as favorites. If you use Windows 7 or Windows Vista and transfer tagged images to the computer, they will be given a star rating of 3 ( ) (except for movies).
  • Page 142: Using The Menu

    Organizing Images by Category (My Category) Complete the setting. If you press the n button, a confirmation screen will appear. Press the qr buttons or turn the  dial to choose [OK], then press the m button. If you switch to Shooting mode or turn off the power before completing the setting in Step 3, images will not be tagged as My Category.
  • Page 143: Choosing Images Individually

    Organizing Images by Category (My Category) Choosing Images Individually Choose [Select]. Follow Step 2 on p. 142 to choose [Select], then press the m button. Choose an image. Press the qr buttons or turn the  dial to choose an image. Choose a category.
  • Page 144 Organizing Images by Category (My Category) Select Range Choose [Select Range]. Follow Step 2 on p. 142 to choose [Select Range], then press the m button. Choose images. Follow Steps 2 and 3 on p. 136 to choose images. Choose a category. Press the p button to choose an item, then press the qr buttons or turn the Â...
  • Page 145: Rotating Images

    Rotating Images You can change the orientation of an image and save it. Choose \. After pressing the m button, press the op buttons or turn the  dial to choose \, then press the m button again. Rotate the image. Press the qr buttons to rotate the image 90°...
  • Page 146: Resizing Images

    Resizing Images You can resize images to a lower pixel setting and save the resized image as a separate file. Choose [Resize]. Press the n button to choose [Resize] from the 1 tab, then press the m button. Choose an image. Press the qr buttons or turn the Â...
  • Page 147: Trimming

    Trimming You can cut out a portion of a recorded image and save it as a new image file. Choose [Trimming]. Press the n button to choose [Trimming] from the 1 tab, then press the m button. Choose an image. Press the qr buttons or turn the Â...
  • Page 148: Function

    Adding Effects with the My Colors Function You can change the color of an image and save it as a separate image. Refer to p. 88 for details on each menu item. Choose [My Colors]. Press the n button to choose [My Colors] from the 1 tab, then press the m button.
  • Page 149 Correcting the Brightness (i-Contrast) The camera can detect areas in an image, such as faces or backgrounds, that are too dark and automatically adjust them to the optimum brightness. Also, when the overall image is lacking in contrast, the camera will automatically correct the image for a sharper impression.
  • Page 150: Correcting The Red-Eye Effect

    Press the qr buttons or turn the  dial to choose an image. Correct the image. Press the m button. Red-eye detected by the camera will be corrected and a frame will appear around the corrected portion. You can magnify or reduce the size of the image using the procedures in “Magnifying...
  • Page 151: Printing

    Printing This chapter explains how to choose images for printing, and print using a Canon-brand PictBridge compliant printer (sold separately). Canon-Brand PictBridge Compliant Printers • This chapter uses Canon-brand SELPHY CP series printers in the explanations. The displayed screens and available functions will differ depending on the printer.
  • Page 152: Printing Images

    Printing Images Easy Print You can easily print the pictures you take by connecting the camera to a PictBridge compliant printer (sold separately) using the supplied interface cable (p. 2). Turn off the camera and printer. Connect the camera to the printer.
  • Page 153 If you want to print additional images, repeat Steps 5 and 6 after printing has completed. After printing has completed, turn off the camera and printer, and unplug the interface cable. • Refer to p. 40 for Canon-brand Pictbridge compliant printers (sold separately).
  • Page 154: Making Print Settings

    Printing Images Making Print Settings Connect the camera to the printer. Follow Steps 1 – 6 on p. 152 to display the screen on the left. Choose a menu option. Press the op buttons or turn the  dial to choose an item.
  • Page 155 Printing Images Trimming and Printing (Trimming) You can cut out a portion of an image for printing. Choose [Trimming]. Follow Steps 1 – 2 on p. 154 to choose [Trimming], then press the m button. A frame will appear around the portion of the image to be trimmed.
  • Page 156 Printing Images Choosing the Paper Size and Layout for Printing Choose [Paper Settings]. Follow Steps 1 – 2 on p. 154 to choose [Paper Settings], then press the m button. Choose a paper size. Press the op buttons or turn the  dial to choose an option, then press the m button.
  • Page 157: Available Layout Options

    Choose how many copies of an image are printed on a sheet. Prints ID photos. ID Photo Only images with the same resolution as the camera’s L (Large) recording pixel setting and a 4:3 aspect ratio can be chosen. Choose the print size.
  • Page 158: Connect The Camera To The Printer

    Printing Images Printing Movies Connect the camera to the printer. Follow Steps 1 – 6 on p. 152 to display the screen on the left. Choose a printing method. Press the op buttons or turn the  dial , then press the qr buttons to choose to choose a printing method.
  • Page 159: Print Settings

    Choosing Images for Printing (DPOF) You can choose up to 998 images on a memory card for printing and specify settings such as the number of copies so that they can be printed together (p. 162) or processed at a photo developer service. These selection methods comply with the DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) standards.
  • Page 160 • may appear when using a memory card with print settings set by a different camera. These settings will be overwritten with those set by your camera. • If [Date] is set to [On], some printers may print the date twice.
  • Page 161 Choosing Images for Printing (DPOF) Choose an image. Press the qr buttons or turn the  dial to choose an image, then press the m button. You will be able to set the number of print copies. If you choose images in [Index], appears on the screen.
  • Page 162 When there are images added to the print list (pp. 159 – 162), the screen on the left will appear when you connect the camera to a PictBridge compliant printer. Press the op buttons to choose [Print now], then press the m button to easily print images added to the print list.
  • Page 163: Settings

    Customizing Camera Settings You can customize various settings to suit your shooting preferences. The first part of this chapter explains convenient and commonly used functions. The latter part explains how to change shooting and playback settings to suit your purposes.
  • Page 164: Changing Camera Settings

    You can customize convenient and commonly used functions from the 3 tab (p. 47). Changing Sounds You can change each of the camera’s operation sounds. Choose [Sound Options], then press the m button. Press the op buttons or turn the  dial to choose a menu item.
  • Page 165: Low Level Memory Card Formatting

    Changing Camera Settings Low Level Memory Card Formatting Perform low level formatting when [Memory card error] appears, the camera does not operate properly, you think that the recording/reading speed of a memory card has dropped, or recording suddenly stops while shooting a movie.
  • Page 166 You can set recorded images, and use the included software to change the images. Registering Recorded Images as the Start-up Screen When you press the 1 button and set the camera to Playback mode, you can register an image. Choose [Start-up Image], then press the m button.
  • Page 167 The dedicated operation sounds and start-up images on the included software can be registered to the camera. Refer to the Software Guide for details. Changing the File Number Assignment Images you shoot are automatically assigned file numbers in the order they were taken, from 0001 –...
  • Page 168 Press the op buttons or turn the  dial to choose [Auto Power Down], then press the qr buttons to choose [Off]. If you set the power saving function to [Off], be sure to turn the camera off after use.
  • Page 169 Changing Camera Settings Setting the Screen Shut-Off Time You can adjust the time the screen takes to shut off automatically (p. 52). This also works when [Auto Power Down] is set to [Off]. Choose [Power Saving], then press the m button.
  • Page 170 Changing Camera Settings If you change the date or time in the setting (p. 20), your [ Home] time and date will automatically change. Changing the Displayed Units You can change the units that display in the MF indicator (p. 96), zoom bar SX230 HS (p.
  • Page 171: Changing Shooting Function Settings

    (pp. 192 – 195). Switching the Focus Setting The camera focuses on whatever it is aimed at even when you do not press the shutter button. However, you can set it so that the camera only focuses when the shutter button is pressed halfway.
  • Page 172 Changing Shooting Function Settings Turning Off the Red-Eye Reduction Function The red-eye reduction lamp lights in order to reduce the red-eye effect that occurs when shooting in dark conditions with the flash. You can turn off this function. Choose [Flash Settings], then press the m button.
  • Page 173: Displaying Grid Lines

    • If camera shake is too strong, attach the camera to a tripod. You should also set the IS Mode to [Off] when the camera is attached to a tripod. • When using [Panning], hold the camera horizontally to shoot. Image...
  • Page 174: Changing Playback Function Settings

    You can adjust the settings in the 1 tab by pressing the 1 button (p. 47). Turning Off the Auto Rotate Function When you play back images on the camera, images shot in vertical orientation automatically rotate and display vertically. You can turn off this function.
  • Page 175: Useful Information

    Useful Information This chapter introduces how to use the AC adapter kit and Eye-Fi card (both sold separately), troubleshooting tips, and contains lists of functions and items that appear on the screen.
  • Page 176: Using Household Power

    After you finish, turn off the camera and unplug the power cord from the power outlet. Do not unplug the plug or power cord with the camera turned on. This could erase images you have taken or damage the camera.
  • Page 177: Using An Eye-Fi Card

    Battery consumption will be quicker than in normal use. • Camera operations will be slower than in normal use. This may be resolved by setting [Eye-Fi trans.] to [Disable]. If you put an Eye-Fi card into the camera, the connection status can be checked in the shooting screen (information display) and playback screen (simple information display).
  • Page 178: Checking Connection Information

    [Eye-Fi Settings] will not appear when an Eye-Fi card is not inserted in the camera, or when an Eye-Fi card’s write-protect tab is in the locked position. For this reason, settings cannot be changed for Eye-Fi cards equipped with a write-...
  • Page 179: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting If you think there is a problem with the camera, first check the following. If the items below do not solve your problem, contact a Canon Customer Support Help Desk as listed on the included customer support list. Power You pressed the power button, but nothing happened.
  • Page 180 Set the [Red-Eye Lamp] to [On] (p. 172). When shooting with the flash, the lamp (on the front of the camera) lights (p. 42), and for approximately 1 second while the camera is reducing red-eye, it is not possible to shoot. It is more effective if the subject is looking directly at the lamp.
  • Page 181 Computer Cannot transfer images to a computer. It may be possible to solve the problem when the camera is connected to a computer via cable by reducing the transfer speed. Press the 1 button to enter Playback mode. Then press and hold the n button •...
  • Page 182: List Of Messages That Appear On The Screen

    • Images manipulated on a computer, that have had their file name changed, or have been taken with a different camera may not display. Cannot magnify!/Cannot play back this content in Smart Shuffle/Cannot rotate/Cannot modify image/Cannot register this image!/Cannot modify/ Cannot assign to category/Unselectable image.
  • Page 183 The folder or image could not be created because there is an image with the same file name as the folder or image that the camera is attempting to create, or the highest possible file number has already been reached. In the 3 menu, change [File Numbering] to [Auto Reset] (p.
  • Page 184: Information Displayed On The Screen

    Drive Mode (p. 87) Bar (p. 83) Digital Zoom Self-Timer (p. 58) Magnification (p. 55) / AE Lock (p. 97), FE Lock Camera Shake Warning Digital Tele-converter (p. 98) (p. 26) (p. 56) Shutter Speed (pp. 108, Metering Method (p. 97) Shooting Mode (p.
  • Page 185: Scene Icons

    Shadows Bright Gray Backlit — Including Blue Skies Light Blue Backlit — Sunsets — — Orange Spotlights Dark Dark Blue When Using — — Tripod * Appears when the scene is dark and the camera is attached to a tripod.
  • Page 186 Information Displayed on the Screen Playback (Detailed Information Display) Switch Display (GPS Eye-Fi Transfer Still Images: Recording Information Display) Complete (p. 177) Pixels (p. 60) SX230 HS (p. 45) Movies: Movie Length Battery Charge Indicator (p. 116) My Category (p. 141) (p.
  • Page 187 Information Displayed on the Screen Summary of Movie Control Panel in “Viewing Movies” (p. 32) Exit Playback Slow motion playback (You can use the qr buttons or turn the  dial to adjust the speed. Sound will not play back.) Skip backward* (Continues to skip backward if the m button is held.) Previous frame (Rewind if you hold down the m button.) Next frame (Fast forward if you hold down the m button.)
  • Page 188: Functions Available In Each Shooting Mode

    Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode Shooting Modes D B M G Function Exposure Compensation (p. 83) — — — Self-Timer (p. 58) Ò Î $ — Delay* — Self-Timer Settings (p. 59) Shots* — — — — — — —...
  • Page 189 Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode w S O P t — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — —...
  • Page 190 Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode FUNC. Menu Shooting Modes D B M G Function Metering Method (p. 97) — — — — My Colors (p. 88) — — — — White Balance (p. 83) — — — — — —...
  • Page 191 Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode FUNC. Menu w S O P t — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — —...
  • Page 192: Menus

    Menus 4 Shooting Menu Shooting Modes D B M G Function Face Detect* AF Frame (p. 90) Tracking AF — — Center — — Normal — — AF Frame Size (p. 90)* Small — — Standard Digital Zoom (p. 55) —...
  • Page 193 Menus w S O P t — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — —...
  • Page 194 Menus Shooting Modes D B M G Function — Review (p. 172) 2 sec. 3 – 10 sec./Hold — Review Info (p. 172) Detailed/Focus Check — — Blink Detection (p. 101) — Grid Lines (p. 173) — — IS Mode (p. 173) Continuous Shoot Only/Panning —...
  • Page 195 Menus w S O P t — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — —...
  • Page 196: Set Up Menu

    Ref. Page Mute On/Off* p. 48 Volume Set all operation sounds (5 levels). p. 49 Sound Options Set the sounds for each camera operation. p. 164 Hints & Tips On*/Off p. 164 LCD Brightness Sets screen brightness (5 levels). p. 50 Start-up Image Add an image as a start-up image.
  • Page 197: Playback Mode Func. Menu

    Rotate Rotates displayed image. p. 145 Print List Selects or clears settings for printing displayed p. 159 image ([Print] appears when the camera is connected to the printer). Protect Protects/unlocks displayed image. p. 135 Favorites Tags/untags displayed image as favorites.
  • Page 198: Specifications

    Specifications Image Sensor Camera Effective Pixels ....Approx. 12.1 million pixels Lens Focal Length ........14x zoom: 5.0 (W) – 70.0 (T) mm (35mm film equivalent: 28 (W) – 392 (T) mm) Focusing Range......5 cm (2.0 in.) – infinity (W), 1 m (3.3 ft.) – infinity (T) •...
  • Page 199 Number of Shots (Approximate) (CIPA compliant) .........Approx. 210 Recording Media .........SD memory card, SDHC memory card, SDXC memory card, MultiMediaCard, MMCplus card, HC MMCplus card File Format ..........Design rule for Camera File system, DPOF (Version 1.1) compliant Data Type Still Images........Exif 2.3 (JPEG) Movies..........MOV (Image data: H.264;...
  • Page 200 Weight (CIPA compliant) ..... Approx. 223 g (7.87 oz.) (Including the battery and SX230 HS memory card) SX230 HS Approx. 195 g (6.88 oz.) (camera body only) Approx. 215 g (7.58 oz.) (Including the battery and SX230 HS SX220 HS...
  • Page 201 Dimensions..........57.5 x 81.6 x 21.0 mm (2.26 x 3.21 x 0.83 in.) Weight ..........Approx. 65 g (2.29 oz.) (CB-2LX) Approx. 59 g (2.08 oz.) (CB-2LXE) (excluding power cord) • All data is based on tests by Canon. • Camera specifications or appearance are subject to change without notice.
  • Page 202: Index

    AC Adapter Kit........39, 176 World Clock ........169 Accessories ..........38 Default Settings ......... 51 AE Lock ..........97, 119 DIGITAL CAMERA Solution Disk ....2 AF Frames........... 25, 90 Digital Tele-Converter ....... 56 Focus Digital Zoom ..........55 AF Lock ..........
  • Page 203 Index Focus AF Frames .......... 90 Lamp..........171, 172 AF Lock..........94 Landscape (Shooting Mode) .....65 AF Point Zoom........94 LCD Monitor Screen Servo AF..........95 Low Light (Shooting Mode)......66 Focus Check..........131 Focus Lock ..........90 Focusing Range M (Shooting Mode) ........110 Macro..........
  • Page 204 Resizing (Making Images Smaller)..146 Rotate............145 Tag Images as Favorites......140 Terminal ....35, 132, 133, 152, 176 Toy Camera Effect (Shooting Mode)..71 SCN (Shooting Mode) ....... 66 Tracking AF ..........92 Screen Tracking AF (AF Frame Mode)....26 Display Language.......
  • Page 205: Handling Precautions

    Exposure to strong magnetic fields may cause malfunctions or corrupt image data. • If water droplets or dirt become stuck on the camera or screen, wipe with a dry soft cloth or eyeglass wiper. Do not rub or apply force. •...
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  • Page 212 Disclaimer • Reprinting, transmitting, or storing in a retrieval system any part of this guide without the permission of Canon is prohibited. • Canon reserves the right to change the contents of this guide at any time without prior notice. •...

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