Page 1 ENGLISH Camera User Guide Getting Started p. 9 Ensure that you read the Safety Precautions (pp. 205 – 213).
Page 2: Confirming The Package Contents
Software Starter Guide (Connecting the camera to a computer) • “Canon Customer Support” Leaflet • “Use of Genuine Canon Accessories Recommended” Leaflet See the PDF manuals available on the Canon website. http://web.canon.jp/Imaging/information-e.html • ZoomBrowser EX/ImageBrowser Software User Guide You may not be able to achieve the full performance of this camera with the included memory card.
Page 3: Learning More
Let’s Get Started! This guide is divided into the following two sections. First... Getting Started This section explains how to prepare the camera for use and the basics of shooting, viewing and printing images. Start out by familiarizing yourself with the camera and mastering the basics. Next...
Page 4: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Table of Contents Items marked with a or procedures. Please Read ........7 Getting Started .
Page 5: Table Of Contents
Using the Flash ....... 66 Shooting Close-Ups/Infinity ....67 Using the Self-Timer .
Page 6 Table of Contents Organizing Images by Category (My Category)..124 Trimming a Portion of an Image....127 Viewing Movies .
Page 7: Table Of Contents
List of Messages Appendix Safety Precautions......205 Preventing Malfunctions......210 Using the AC Adapter (Sold Separately) .
Page 8 Table of Contents About this Guide Symbol Conventions in this Guide Using the Flash Available Shooting Modes Press the button. Some functions may not be available in certain shooting modes. If there is no notation to that effect, the function may be used in all modes.
Page 9: Please Read
Please note that Canon Inc., its subsidiaries and affiliates, and its distributors are not liable for any consequential damages arising from any malfunction of a camera or accessory, including memory cards, that results in the failure of an image to be recorded or to be recorded in a way that is machine readable.
Page 10: Video Format
Please Read Camera Body Temperature If your camera is used for prolonged periods, the camera body may become warm. Please be aware of this and take care when operating the camera for an extended period. About the LCD Monitor The LCD monitor is produced with extremely high-precision manufacturing techniques.
Page 11: Getting Started
Getting Started Preparations Shooting Still Images Viewing Still Images Erasing Printing Embedding the Date in the Image Data Shooting Movies Viewing Movies Downloading Images to a Computer System Map...
Page 12: Preparations
Preparations Preparations Charging the Battery Insert the battery into the battery charger. Plug the battery charger (CB-2LX) into a power outlet, or attach the power cord to the battery charger (CB-2LXE) and plug it into a power outlet. Battery charger model names and types vary by region. Remove the battery after charging is complete.
Page 13: Installing The Battery And Memory Card
Installing the Battery and Memory Card Slide the cover ( Insert the battery. It will lock into place with a click. Insert the memory card until it clicks into place. Ensure that the memory card is correctly oriented before inserting it in the camera. Inserting it backward may cause the camera to fail to recognize the memory card or to malfunction.
Page 14: To Remove The Battery
Preparations Close the cover ( To Remove the Battery Press the battery lock in the direction of the arrow (a) and pull the battery out (b). To Remove the Memory Card Push the memory card with your finger or the toggle on the wrist strap until the memory card clicks and then release it.
Page 15: Attaching The Wrist Strap
Attaching the Wrist Strap Use the wrist strap to avoid dropping the camera during use. Opening the Terminal Cover Hook your fingernail or the wrist strap toggle under the left edge of the terminal cover and open it to the right.
Page 16: Setting The Date And Time
Preparations Setting the Date and Time The Date/Time settings menu will appear the first time the power is turned on. Buttons Press the power button. Select the month, day, year and time, and the display order. 1. Use the an option. 2.
Page 17: Setting The Display Language
A rechargeable lithium battery is built into the camera to save such settings as the date/time. Insert a charged battery into the camera. Or if you use the separately sold AC Adapter Kit ACK-DC30, the battery will charge in about four hours. It will charge even if the camera is turned off.
Page 18: Shooting Still Images ( Mode)
Shooting Still Images Shooting Still Images Mode Dial Press the power button. • The start-up sound will play and the start-up image will display in the LCD monitor. • Pressing the power button again turns the power off. Select a shooting mode. 1.
Page 19: To Shoot Images In Focus
Press the shutter button fully (all the way) to shoot. • The shutter sound will play once and the image will record. • Recorded images are displayed on the LCD monitor for approximately 2 seconds immediately after shooting (Rec. Review). You can shoot by pressing the shutter button even when an image is being displayed.
Page 20: Viewing Still Images
Viewing Still Images Viewing Still Images Buttons Press the button. Use the to view. • Use the button to move to the previous image and the button to move to the next image. • The images advance more quickly if you keep the button pressed, but they will appear coarse.
Page 21: Erasing
Erasing Buttons Press the button. Use the press the button. You can also select images by using the control dial. Confirm that [Erase] is selected and press the To exit instead of erasing, select [Cancel]. Please note that erased images cannot be recovered. Exercise adequate caution before erasing an image.
Page 22: Printing
• See the printer’s user guide for connection instructions. • Since this camera uses a standard protocol (PictBridge), you can use it with other PictBridge-compliant printers in addition to Canon-brand printers. For detail, see the Direct Print User Guide. Turn on the printer.
Page 23 [Remove] and press the FUNC./SET button. Printing Images in a Print List This explanation is based on the use of a Canon SELPHY ES series or SELPHY CP series printer. Connect the camera to the printer.
Page 24: Embedding The Date In The Image Data
Embedding the Date in the Image Data Embedding the Date in the Image Data Buttons This section explains how to embed date information on images as they are recorded (Date Stamp). • The date stamp cannot be deleted from the image data once it has been embedded.
Page 25 Select (Date Stamp). 1. Press the 2. Use the 3. Use the select • The area that will not print displays in gray. • Press the DISP. button to switch to [Date & Time] with the button. You can use the following methods to imprint the date on images lacking imprinted date stamps.
Page 26: Shooting Movies ( Standard Mode)
Shooting Movies Shooting Movies Press the power button. Select a shooting mode. 1. Set the mode dial to 2. Use the control dial to select (Standard). Aim the camera at the subject. Do not touch the microphone while recording. Do not press any buttons other than the shutter button.
Page 27 Press the shutter button halfway to focus. • When the camera focuses, it beeps twice and the indicator lights green. • The exposure, focus and white balance are automatically set. Press the shutter button fully to shoot. • Recording starts. •...
Page 28: Viewing Movies
Viewing Movies Viewing Movies Buttons Press the button. Use the button. • Images with a • You can also select images by using the control dial. Use the button. • The movie will start playing. • If you press the FUNC./SET button during playback, you can pause and restart the movie.
Page 29: Downloading Images To A Computer
We recommend to use the supplied software. Items to Prepare • Camera and computer • Canon Digital Camera Solution Disk supplied with the camera • Interface cable supplied with the camera System Requirements Please install the software on a computer meeting the following minimum requirements.
Page 30: Installing The Software
With Windows 2000, ensure that you install the software first before connecting the camera to the computer. Installing the software. Windows 1. Place the Canon Digital Camera Solution Disk in the computer’s CD-ROM drive. 2. Click [Easy Installation]. Follow the onscreen messages to proceed with the installation.
Page 31: Connecting The Camera To A Computer
Connecting the camera to a computer. 1. Connect the supplied interface cable to the computer’s USB port and to the camera’s A/V OUT and DIGITAL terminal. Slip your fingernail or the toggle on the wrist strap under the left edge of the terminal cover to open it and insert the interface cable all the way into the connector.
Page 32 Open the CameraWindow. Windows Select [Canon CameraWindow] and click [OK]. If the window above does not appear, click the [Start] menu and select [All Programs] or [Programs], followed by [Canon Utilities], [CameraWindow], [CameraWindow] and [CameraWindow]. CameraWindow appears. Macintosh The CameraWindow will appear when you establish a connection between the camera and computer.
Page 33: Direct Transfer
Downloading Images Using the Camera (Direct Transfer) Use this method to download images using camera operations (except Windows 2000). Install the software before downloading images via the direct transfer method for the first time (p. 28). Buttons Confirm that the Direct Transfer menu is displayed on the camera’s LCD monitor.
Page 34: The Button
Downloading Images to a Computer You can also use the following options in the Direct Transfer menu to set the method for downloading images. All Images New Images DPOF Trans. Images Select & Transfer Wallpaper All Images/New Images/DPOF Trans. Images Use the button.
Page 35 Use the and press the • The images will download. The button will blink blue while downloading is in progress. Press the button after downloading finishes. • You will return to the Direct Transfer menu. Only JPEG images can be downloaded as wallpaper for a computer.
Page 36: System Map
Battery Pack NB-5L* (with Terminal Cover) Battery Charger CB-2LX/CB-2LXE* AC Adapter Kit ACK-DC30 DC Coupler DR-30 Compact Power Adapter CA-DC10 Memory Card (32 MB) Canon Digital Camera Power Cord Interface Cable IFC-400PCU* AV Cable AVC-DC400* Solution Disk High-Power Flash HF-DC1...
Page 37 *4 See the user guide supplied with the Bubble Jet printer for more information on the printer and interface cables. *5 Not sold in some regions. System Map Canon brand Direct Print Compatible Printers Compact Photo Printers* (SELPHY series) Direct Print Compatible...
Page 38: Optional Accessories
• SD Memory Card SD memory cards are used to store images recorded by the camera. Canon brand cards are available in 128 MB and 512 MB capacities. • Interface Cable IFC-400PCU Use this cable to connect the camera to a computer, Compact Photo Printer (SELPHY series), or to a Bubble Jet printer (refer to your Bubble Jet printer user guide).
Page 39: Direct Print Compatible Printers
Use of genuine Canon accessories is recommended. This product is designed to achieve excellent performance when used with genuine Canon accessories. Canon shall not be liable for any damage to this product and/or accidents such as fire, etc., caused by the malfunction of non-genuine Canon accessories (e.g., a leakage and/or explosion of a battery pack).
Page 41: Learning More
Learning More...
Page 42: Components Guide
Components Guide Front View Speaker Viewfinder Window (p. 41) AF-assist Beam (p. 55) Red-Eye Reduction Lamp (p. 80) Self-Timer Lamp (p. 68) Flash (p. 66) Lens Wrist Strap Mount (p. 13)
Page 43: Back View
Back View LCD Monitor (p. 60) Viewfinder A/V OUT (Audio/Video output) and DIGITAL Terminal (pp. 20, 29, 186) Terminal Cover (p. 13) Memory Card Slot / Battery Cover (p. 11) DC Coupler Terminal Cover (p. 214) Tripod Socket Using the Viewfinder The viewfinder can be used to conserve power by turning the LCD monitor off (p.
Page 44 Controls Microphone (pp. 24, 151) Indicator (p. 46) Zoom Lever (pp. 62, 118) Shooting: (Wide Angle)/ Playback: (Index)/ Shutter Button (pp. 16, 24) Power Button (p. 14) Mode Dial (pp. 16, 24, 45) (Print/Share) Button (pp. 20, 31, 116) (Playback) Button (pp. 18, 26, 44) FUNC./SET (Function/Set) Button (p.
Page 45: Using The Control Dial
Using the Control Dial Turning the control dial counterclockwise is equivalent to pressing the button, while turning the control dial clockwise is equivalent to pressing the button (it is equivalent to pressing the with some functions). You can perform the following operations when you turn the control dial.
Page 46: Using The Button
Using the button can turn the camera on/off and switch between the shooting/playback modes. In addition, you can register slideshow or sound recorder functions to the Turning the Camera Off Press the power button Press the button Lens retracted* • May operate differently than above when functions are registered to the (p.
Page 47: How To Use The Mode Dial
How to Use the Mode Dial Turn the mode dial to the mode you wish to use. Auto Mode Manual Mode Special Scene Mode Movie Mode : Auto Mode (p. 16) Manual Mode : Manual (p. 78) : Color Accent (p. 109) : Stitch Assist (p.
Page 48: Indicators
Indicators The camera indicators will light or blink under the following conditions. • Left Side Indicator Green : Ready to shoot (camera beeps twice)/when display Blinking Green : Time Lapse (movie) recording/Image recording/ reading/erasing/transferring (when connected to a computer or printer) Orange : Ready to shoot (flash on) Blinking Orange : Ready to shoot (camera shake warning)
Page 49: Using The Clock
Using the Clock You can display the current date and time for a 5-second* interval using the following two methods. * Default setting Hold the FUNC./SET button down while turning on the power. In a shooting/playback mode, press the FUNC./SET button for more than one second.
Page 50: Basic Operations
Basic Operations Menus and Settings Settings for the shooting or playback modes or such camera settings as the print settings, date/time and sounds are set using the FUNC. menu or the Rec., Play, Print, Set up or My Camera menu. FUNC.
Page 51 Rec., Play, Print, Set up and My Camera Menus ( Convenient settings for shooting, playback or printing can be set with these menus. You can switch between menus with the button. • This example shows the Rec. menu in (Auto) mode. Press the Use the •...
Page 52: Information Displayed On The Lcd Monitor And Menus
Information Displayed on the LCD Monitor and Menus Shooting Mode Camera Shake ( (pp. 51, 193) Shutter Speed, Aperture Value, Information Displayed Time Zone (Home/World) Exposure Compensation ( Recording Pixels, etc. Display Overlays Digital Zoom Factor/ Digital Tele-Converter ( Macro ( )/Infinity ( ISO Speed Flash (...
Page 53 Information Displayed AF Lock ( Create Folder ( Camera Shake ( Exposure Shift Bar (Movies) About the Battery Charge Indicator • The following icon and message will display. Icons/message Sufficient battery charge. Recharge the battery soon for extended use. (blinking red) Low battery charge. Recharge the battery. Change the Battery is depleted and the camera can no longer battery...
Page 54 Playback Mode (Detailed) Histogram Information Displayed Print List Auto Category/My Category Compression (Still Images)/Recording Pixels (Still Images), Movie ( Red-Eye Correction Function/ Resized image/Trimmed image/ My Colors (Playback) ( Image with Sound Memo ( Protection Status ( The following information may also be displayed with some images. A file in a format other than the WAVE format is attached.
Page 55: Histogram Function
Information for images shot on other cameras may not display correctly. Overexposure Warning In the following cases, overexposed portions of the image blink. - When reviewing an image right after shooting in the LCD monitor (detailed display) - When using the detailed display mode of the playback mode Histogram Function The histogram is a graph that allows you to check the brightness of...
Page 56 FUNC. Menu Menu Item Exposure Compensation Long Shutter Mode White Balance My Colors Metering Mode Compression Shooting Interval (Movie) Recording Pixels (Still Image) Recording Pixels (Movie) Rec. Menu Menu Item AF Frame Face Detect*/AiAF/Center AF Frame Size On*/Off AF-Point Zoom On/Off* Digital Zoom (Still Image)
Page 57 Menu Item Self-timer Delay: 0 – 10*, 15, 20, 30 sec. Shots: 1 – 10 (Default setting is 3 shots.) AF-assist Beam On*/Off Review Off/ 2* sec. to 10 sec./Hold Review Info Off*/Detailed/Focus Check Save Original On/Off* Auto Category On*/Off Disp.
Page 58: Play Menu
Play Menu Menu Item Slide Show p. 136 My Category p. 124 Erase p. 158 Protect p. 154 Red-Eye Correction p. 142 Trimming p. 127 Resize p. 149 My Colors p. 147 Print Menu Menu Item Print Displays the print menu. Select Image &...
Page 59: Set Up Menu
Set up Menu Menu Item Mute On/Off* Volume Off/ 1 / 2*/ 3 / 4 / 5 Start-up Vol. Operation Vol. Selftimer Vol. Shutter Volume Playback Vol. LCD Brightness –7 to 0* to +7 Power Saving Auto Power On*/Off Down Display Off 10 sec./20 sec./30 sec./1 min.*/ 2 min./...
Page 60 (Widescreen) mode on wide size paper using Canon compact photo printer SELPHY CP750/CP740/CP730/CP720/CP710/CP510. As this setting will be stored to memory even when the power is turned off, to print using an image size other...
Page 61: My Camera Menu
My Camera Menu Menu Item Theme Selects a common theme for each My Camera settings item. Start-up Image Sets the image displayed when the camera power is turned on. Start-up Sound Sets the sound played when the camera power is turned on. Operation Sets the sound played when any button Sound...
Page 62: Using The Lcd Monitor
Using the LCD Monitor Switching LCD Monitor Display Modes Each press of the DISP. button, changes the display mode of the LCD monitor. See Information Displayed on the LCD Monitor and Menus for details (p. 50). (The following are the screens that display when shooting in mode.) Shooting Mode No Information...
Page 63 The LCD monitor on or off setting is retained even after the camera power is turned off. The LCD monitor does not shut off in the or Movie mode. The LCD monitor is set to the Information View in the The LCD monitor will not switch to the detailed display or focus check display in magnified display (p.
Page 64: Commonly Used Shooting Functions
Commonly Used Shooting Functions You can also use the control dial to select shooting modes or FUNC. menu options. See p. 43. Using the Optical Zoom The zoom can be adjusted from 37 – 185 mm (focal length) in 35mm film equivalent terms.
Page 65 About the Safety Zoom Depending on the number of recording pixels set, you can shift from optical zoom to digital zoom without pausing up to a factor where the image quality does not deteriorate (Safety Zoom). reaching the maximum zoom factor without image deterioration. Pressing the zoom lever toward further (not available in Depending on the number of recording pixels set, the Safety Zoom...
Page 66: Shooting With The Digital Zoom
Shooting with the Digital Zoom Select [Digital Zoom]. 1. Press the 2. In the menu, use the button to select [Digital Zoom]. Make settings. 1. Use the [Standard]. 2. Press the Press the zoom lever toward and shoot. • The combined digital and optical zoom factor will display in the LCD monitor.
Page 67 Shooting with the Digital Tele-Converter The digital tele-converter feature uses digital zoom to achieve the effects of a tele-converter (a lens used in telephoto shooting). Select [Digital Zoom]. 1. Press the 2. In the menu, use the button to select [Digital Zoom]. Make settings.
Page 68: Magnified Close-Up Shooting (Digital Macro)
Magnified Close-Up Shooting (Digital Macro) You can shoot a subject 2 – 10 cm (0.79 – 3.9 in.) from the end of the lens at the maximum wide angle setting. With the digital zoom, the image area is 7 × 5 mm (0.28 × 0.20 in.) at maximum zoom (approximately 4.0x).
Page 69: Shooting Close-Ups/Infinity
You are recommended to shoot with the camera attached to a tripod or other device if the camera shake warning icon ( appears. Shooting Close-Ups/Infinity You can shoot close-ups or infinity shots. Use this mode to shoot close-ups of flowers or small items.
Page 70: Using The Self-Timer
Using the Self-Timer You can set the time delay and the numbers of shots you wish to take in advance. 10 sec. Self-Timer: The shutter releases 10 seconds after the shutter button is pressed. • 2 seconds before the shutter releases, the self-timer sound beeps quickly* and the lamp will speed up.
Page 71: Changing The Delay Time And Number Of Shots
Shoot. • When you press the shutter button fully, the self-timer lamp will blink.* * When [Red-Eye Lamp] is set to [On] in [Flash Settings] in the Rec. menu, the self-timer lamp will light 2 seconds before the flash fires (p. 80). To Cancel the Self-Timer: Press the button and the...
Page 72: Changing The Recording Pixels (Still Images)
Changing the Recording Pixels (Still Images) Select the recording pixels. 1. Press the 2. Use the and the the recording pixels. 3. Press the Approximate Values for Recording Pixels Recording Pixels Large 10M 3648 × 2736 Medium 1 6M 2816 × 2112 Medium 2 4M 2272 ×...
Page 73: Changing The Compression (Still Images)
See Memory Cards and Estimated Capacities (p. 223) See Image Data Sizes (Estimated) (p. 225) Changing the Compression (Still Images) Select a compression setting. 1. Press the 2. Use the and the the option. 3. Press the Approximate Values for Compression Settings Compression Superfine High Quality...
Page 74: Setting The Image Stabilizer Function
Setting the Image Stabilizer Function The lens-shift type image stabilizer function allows you to minimize the camera shake effect (blurred images) when you shoot distant subjects that have been magnified or when you shoot in dark conditions without a flash. –...
Page 75 Camera shake may not be fully corrected when shooting with slow shutter speeds, such as with evening shots. Use of a tripod is recommended. If camera shake is too strong, it may not be fully corrected. Hold the camera horizontally while [Panning] (stabilization does not work when the camera is held vertically).
Page 76: Adjusting The Iso Speed
Adjusting the ISO Speed Raise the ISO speed to use a fast shutter speed when you wish to reduce the effects of camera shake or avoid blurry subjects, or to turn the flash off when shooting in a dark area. Press the 1.
Page 77: Advanced Shooting Functions
Advanced Shooting Functions You can also use the control dial to select shooting modes or FUNC. menu options (p. 43). Shooting Modes for Specific Scenes When a shooting mode appropriate for the shooting conditions is selected, the camera automatically adjusts settings for optimal shooting.
Page 78 Allows you to capture subjects that move around, such as children and pets, without missing photo opportunities. Prevents camera shake and maintains the subject’s true color when shooting under fluorescent or tungsten lighting. Allows you to shoot sunsets in vivid colors. Shoots trees and leaves - such as new growth, autumn leaves or blossoms - in vivid colors.
Page 79 Fireworks Captures fireworks in the sky sharply and at optimal exposure. Aquarium Selects the optimal ISO speed, white balance and color balance to capture fish and other items in an indoor aquarium. ISO 3200 Shoots with the ISO speed set to 3200, twice as fast as ISO 1600.
Page 80: Shooting In Manual Mode
(p. 178) is conducted immediately before shooting. • This reflects standard shooting criteria established by Canon. Actual results may vary according to the subject and shooting conditions. • Even if continuous shooting suddenly stops, the memory card may not be full.
Page 81 Press the 1. Use the Shoot. • The camera will continue to record successive images while the shutter button is held down. Recording will cease when the shutter button is released. To Cancel Continuous Shooting: Follow Step 1 to select The interval between shots lengthens when the built-in memory of the camera fills.
Page 82: Setting The Flash
Setting the Flash You can make detailed flash settings to fit the shooting conditions. Flash Settings Slow Synchro The flash timing is adjusted to slow shutter speeds. This reduces the chance that only the background will appear dark when a night scene or an interior shot is taken. Using Slow Synchro increases the chances for camera shake.
Page 83 Make settings. 1. Use the 2. Use the setting. 3. Press the • [Flash Settings] can also be displayed by pressing the Press the to select the option. button to make the button. button, followed by the MENU button. button.
Page 84: Movie Shooting
Movie Shooting The following movie modes are available. The recording time will differ according to the memory card used (p. 224). Standard You can select the recording pixels and record until the memory card is full* The digital zoom can be used while shooting in this mode (p. 62). •...
Page 85 Select a movie mode. 1. Set the mode dial to 2. Use the control dial to select a movie mode. • See Changing Colors (p. 109) for the procedures for using Shoot. • Pressing the shutter button halfway automatically sets the exposure, focus and white balance settings.
Page 86 You are recommended to use a memory card that has been formatted in your camera to shoot movies (p. 178). The card supplied with the camera may be used without further formatting. Be careful of the following while recording. - Try not to touch the microphone (p. 42). - Do not press any buttons other than the shutter button.
Page 87 Adjust the zoom setting before shooting. The combined digital and optical zoom factor will display on the LCD monitor. When the zoom factor displays in blue, the image will deteriorate. You can use digital zoom during the movie shooting in mode only.
Page 88 Changing Movie Recording Pixels/Frame Rates You can change the recording pixels and frame rate when the movie mode is set to (Standard), Swap). (The frame rate can be set depending on the recording pixels.) Select the recording pixels. 1. Press the 2.
Page 89: Time Lapse
Changing the Shooting Interval Select a shooting interval. 1. Press the 2. Use the and the option. 3. Press the • The indicator will blink green while the camera is recording. You are recommended to use a fully charged battery or an AC adapter since the recording period may be lengthy.
Page 90: Shooting Panoramic Images (Stitch Assist)
Shooting Panoramic Images (Stitch Assist) Stitch Assist can be used to shoot overlapping images that can later be merged (stitched) to create one panoramic image on a computer. The overlapping seams of several adjacent images can be joined into a single panoramic image. Select the shooting direction.
Page 91 Compose the second image so that it overlaps a portion of the first and shoot. • You can press the recorded image to retake the shot. • Minor discrepancies in the overlapping portions can be corrected when the images are stitched together. Repeat the procedure for additional images.
Page 92: Checking The Focus And Peoples' Expressions
Checking the Focus and Peoples’ Expressions You can zoom the display of the AF frame to check focus when shooting or right after taking a shot. Zooming the AF Frame and Shooting When [AF Frame] is set to [Face Detect] or [Center], the AF frame area can be zoomed to check focus while shooting.
Page 93 Press the shutter button halfway. • Pressing the shutter button halfway zooms a section of the display according to the following AF Frame mode settings (p. 93). - [Face Detect] : The face detected as the main subject will - [Center] Press the shutter button fully to shoot.
Page 94 Make settings. 1. Use the [Focus Check]. 2. Press the Shoot. • The recorded image will be displayed. • Frames are displayed as follows. Frame color Orange Displays the area of the image shown at the bottom right. White Displays at the focal point (AF frame). •...
Page 95: Selecting An Af Frame Mode
Selecting an AF Frame Mode The AF frame indicates the area of the composition on which the camera focuses. Face Detect AiAF Center Select [AF Frame]. 1. Press the 2. In the menu, use the button to select [AF Frame]. Make settings.
Page 96 [Face Detect] cannot be used when the LCD monitor is turned off. The AF frame appears as follows when the shutter button is pressed halfway. - Green - Yellow - No AF frame : Focusing difficulty ([Face Detect] or [AiAF] Face Detect Feature Maximum of three AF frames will be displayed at the positions of faces the camera recognizes.
Page 97 Changing the AF Frame Size When the [AF Frame] is set to [Center], the AF frame can be resized to correspond to the subject. Select [Small] to constrict the focal frame to suit a small subject or to focus on a particular area of a subject.
Page 98: Selecting A Subject To Focus On (Face Select And Track)
Selecting a Subject to Focus On (Face Select and Track) Once the focus is fixed to a subject’s face, the frame can be set to follow the subject within a certain range. To use the Face Select and Track function, first configure the following settings.
Page 99: Shooting Hard-To-Focus Subjects (Focus Lock, Af Lock)
3. Press the • The camera exits face designation mode, and the face frame ( the main subject will change to white (the frame will continue to follow the subject within a certain range). Shoot. 1. Press the shutter button halfway. •...
Page 100 Shooting with the Focus Lock You can operate in all shooting modes. Aim the camera so that an object at the same focal distance as the main subject is centered in the viewfinder or in the AF frame displayed on the LCD monitor. Keep the shutter button pressed halfway while you recompose the image.
Page 101: Locking The Exposure Setting (Ae Lock)
When shooting with the focus lock or AF lock using the LCD monitor, setting [AF Frame] to [Center] (p. 93) makes shooting easier since the camera focuses using the center AF frame only. The AF lock is convenient because you can let go of the shutter button to compose the image.
Page 102: Locking The Flash Exposure Setting (Fe Lock)
In movie mode, AE lock can also be set/canceled (p. 85). You can use the FE lock when using the flash. Locking the Flash Exposure Setting (FE Lock) You can lock the flash exposure so that the exposure settings are correctly set regardless of the composition of your subject.
Page 103: Adjusting The Exposure Compensation
Adjusting the Exposure Compensation Adjust the exposure compensation to a positive value to avoid making the subject too dark when it is backlit or shot against a bright background. Adjust the exposure compensation to a negative value to avoid making the subject too bright in night shots or when shot against a dark background.
Page 104: Switching Between Metering Modes
Switching between Metering Modes Evaluative Center Weighted Avg. Spot Change the metering mode. 1. Press the 2. Use the and the the option. 3. Press the The metering method is fixed to Evaluative in the Long Shutter mode. Available Shooting Modes Appropriate for standard shooting conditions, including backlit scenes.
Page 105: Setting The Shutter Speed (Long Shutter Mode)
Setting the Shutter Speed (Long Shutter Mode) You can set the shutter speed to a slow setting to make dark subjects appear brighter. Select the Long Shutter Mode. 1. Press the 2. Use the 3. Press the Change the shutter speed. 1.
Page 106: Adjusting The Tone (White Balance)
Use the LCD monitor to confirm that the image was recorded at the desired brightness. Please note that camera shake becomes a factor at low shutter speeds. Shoot with the camera attached to a tripod. Use of the flash may result in an over-exposed image. If this occurs, shoot with the flash set to Adjusting the Tone (White Balance) Normally, the...
Page 107: Using The Custom White Balance
The white balance setting cannot be adjusted when is selected for My Colors. Using the Custom White Balance Take a custom white balance situations that are difficult for the correctly. • Shooting subjects of monotone color (such as sky, sea or forest) •...
Page 108 You are recommended to set the shooting mode to and the exposure compensation setting to [±0] before setting a custom white balance. The correct white balance may not be obtained when the exposure setting is incorrect (image appears completely black or white). Shoot with the same settings as when reading the white balance data.
Page 109: Shooting In A My Colors Mode
Shooting in a My Colors Mode You can change the look of an image when it is shot. My Colors Off Vivid Neutral Sepia Positive Film Lighter Skin* Darker Skin* Vivid Blue Vivid Green Vivid Red Custom Color * If the image contains colors that are the same as human skin, those colors will also be changed.
Page 110 Select a My Colors setting. 1. Press the 2. Use the and the the option. 3. Press the (Setting the Custom Color Mode) Select 1. Press the 2. Use the and the Adjust the setting. 1. Press the 2. Use the [Contrast], [Sharpness], [Saturation], [Red], [Green], [Blue] or [Skin Tone].
Page 111: Changing The Colors And Shooting
Press the • Return to the shooting screen to shoot. Changing the Colors and Shooting You can easily change the colors in an image when it is shot both stills and movies, allowing you to enjoy producing various effects. Depending on the shooting conditions, however, the images may appear rough, or you may not get the expected color.
Page 112 Movie: 1. Set the mode dial to 2. Use the control dial to select Press the • The camera will switch to color input mode, and the display will alternate between the original image and the Color Accent image (using the previously set color).
Page 113: Shooting With Color Swap Mode
Shooting with Color Swap Mode Original Color (Before Swapping) Select the Color Swap mode. Still image: 1. Set the mode dial to 2. Use the control dial to select Movie: 1. Set the mode dial to 2. Use the control dial to select Desired Color (After Swapping)
Page 114 Press the • The camera will switch to color input mode, and the display will alternate between the original image and the color swap image (using the previously set color). Aim the camera so that the original color appears at the center of the LCD monitor and press the •...
Page 115: Saving Original Images
Saving Original Images Not only can you save images with altered colors when shooting still images with the Color Accent or Color Swap modes, but you can also choose to save the original images (before the color change). Select [Save Original]. 1.
Page 116: Setting The Display Overlays
Setting the Display Overlays You can display vertical and horizontal grid lines, a 3:2 print area guide, or both on the LCD monitor while shooting to help check the position of your subject. – Displays grid lines to divide the screen into 9 parts. Helps Grid Lines confirm the vertical and horizontal positioning of the subject.
Page 117: Categorizing Images Automatically (Auto Category)
Categorizing Images Automatically (Auto Category) If you set Auto Category to [On], images are automatically sorted into preset categories as they are recorded. For images shot in People faces detected when [AF Frame] is set to [Face Detect]. Scenery For images shot in Events For images shot in Select [Auto Category].
Page 118: Registering Settings To The Button
Registering Settings to the You can register a function that you often use when shooting with the button. Menu Item Not Assigned Face Select and Track p. 96 Exposure Compensation White Balance Custom White Balance * Sets the sound registered to Camera menu.
Page 119 Using the Button Press the • For the settings of the registered functions are switched. • For displayed. • For , each press of the balance data. Since the frame does not appear at this point, ensure that the white paper or cloth is positioned so it appears at the center of the LCD monitor and then press the button.
Page 120: Playback/Erasing
Playback/Erasing In playback mode, you can select images with the control dial. Turning it counterclockwise selects the previous image while turning it clockwise selects the next image. Please also see Viewing Still Images (p. 18). Viewing Magnified Images Press the zoom lever toward •...
Page 121: Viewing Images In Sets Of Nine (Index Playback)
Viewing Images in Sets of Nine (Index Playback) Press the zoom lever toward • Up to nine images can be viewed at once in index playback. • Use the control dial to change the image selection. To Return to Single Image Playback: Press the zoom lever toward Switching between Sets of Nine Images The jump bar will display if you press the zoom lever toward...
Page 122: Checking The Focus And Peoples' Expressions (Focus Check Display)
Checking the Focus and Peoples’ Expressions (Focus Check Display) Focus Check display allows you to check the focus of images taken. Moreover, as you can change the display size and switch images, you can easily check facial expressions and whether a subject’s eyes are closed.
Page 123 Changing the Display Size and Switching Frames Press the zoom lever toward • Bottom right of the screen will be displayed prominently and the display size and display position can be changed. Change the setting. • You can change the display size by pressing the zoom lever.
Page 124: Jumping To Images
Jumping to Images When you have many images recorded onto a memory card, it is handy to use the search keys below to jump over images to find the object of your search. Jump Shot Date Jump to My Category Jump to Folder Jump to Movie Jump 10 images...
Page 125: Display The Images
Display the Images. Selected 1. Use the category or folder for playback. • You can check the target image by using the control dial. • If you select not been assigned to any category, you will only be able to select (none) as a search key.
Page 126: Organizing Images By Category (My Category)
Organizing Images by Category (My Category) You can organize images into prepared categories. The following operations can be performed if the images are sorted into categories. • Image searches (p. 122) •Slide Show (p. 136) • Protect (p. 154) • Erase (p. 158) People Scenery Events...
Page 127 [Select] Categorize the images. 1. Use the images to categorize. 2. Use the category. 3. Press the • Pressing the FUNC./SET button again cancels the setting. • This also can be set in the index playback mode. • Press the MENU button to complete the setting. [Select Range] Select the first image.
Page 128 Select the last image. 1. Use the button to highlight the last image window. 2. Press the 3. Use the last image in the range to categorize. 4. Press the • An image with a lower number than the first image cannot be selected as the last image.
Page 129: Trimming A Portion Of An Image
Trimming a Portion of an Image You can trim a required portion of a recorded image and save it as a new image file. Select [Trimming]. 1. Press the 2. In the menu, use the button to select 3. Press the Select an image.
Page 130 Adjust the trimming frame. • You can change the size of the trimming frame using the zoom lever. However, the number of the recording pixels of the saved image will differ according to the size of the trimmed image. • You can change the position of the trimming frame using the button.
Page 131: Viewing Movies
Movies, cannot be trimmed. Some images shot with another camera cannot be trimmed. The aspect ratio for images which can be trimmed will be fixed to 4:3 (or 3:4 if the image is vertically oriented). The recording pixels of a trimmed image will be less than the image before trimming.
Page 132: Operating The Movie Control Panel
Operating the Movie Control Panel Use the button to select a control and press the FUNC./SET button. Exit Ends playback and returns to single image playback. An icon will display when a printer is connected. See Print the Direct Print User Guide for details. Play Starts playback.
Page 133: Editing Movies
Editing Movies You can delete portions of recorded movies. Movies 1 second or longer before editing can be edited in 1- second increments, but those that are protected or less than 1 second long (15 seconds* edited. *1 [Interval Time]: 1 second Select [Edit].
Page 134 Edit the movie. 1. Use the (Cut Beginning) or 2. Use the cut point ( ). • While moving the cut point using the button, each 1 second interval (or every 15 second* or 30 second* ), allowing you to cut the movie at the indicated point. *1 When the shooting interval is 1 sec.
Page 135 Save the file. 1. Use the select [New File] or [Overwrite]. 2. Press the • [New File] saves the edited movie under a new file name. The pre-edit data is left unchanged. Note, if you press the FUNC./SET button while saving the movie, saving is canceled. •...
Page 136: Rotating Images In The Display
Rotating Images in the Display Images can be rotated clockwise 90° or 270° in the display. Original Select [Rotate]. 1. Press the 2. In the menu, use the button to select 3. Press the Rotate the image. 1. Use the 2.
Page 137: Playback With Transition Effects
Playback with Transition Effects You can select the transition effect displayed when switching between images. No transition effect. The displayed image darkens and the next image gradually brightens until it is displayed. Press the button to have the previous image display from the left and the button to have the next image display from the right.
Page 138: Automated Playback (Slide Shows)
Automated Playback (Slide Shows) Automated playback of memory card images. Image settings for slide shows are based on the Digital Print Order Format (DPOF) standard (p. 165). All Images Date My Category Folder Movies Stills – Custom 1 – 3 Select [Slide Show].
Page 139: Start The Slide Show
Select a playback method. 1. Press the button. 2. Use the slide show type. • : Press the FUNC./SET button to select a date, category or folder to be played back (p. 139). • – : Press the FUNC./SET button to select the images to be played back (p.
Page 140: Transition Effects
Transition Effects You can select the transition effect used when one image is replaced by another. No transition effect. The new image gradually brightens as it moves upward from the bottom. The new image first appears in a cross shape and gradually expands to display the full image.
Page 141 Select a date/category/folder to play back ( Select a playback method. 1. Use the 2. Press the Select images to play back. 1. Use the date/category/folder to playback. 2. Press the • A will appear on selected images. • To cancel the selection: Press the FUNC./SET button again. •...
Page 142: Selecting Images For Playback
Selecting Images for Playback ( Select only the images that you wish to play back and save them as a slide show (Custom 1, 2 or 3). Up to 998 images can be selected. They will be played back in their order of selection. Select a playback method.
Page 143: Adjusting The Play Time And Repeat Settings
Selecting All Images 1 After selecting select [Mark all] and press the FUNC./SET button. 2 Use the button to select [Mark all], press the FUNC./ SET button. 3 Use the button to select [OK] and press the FUNC./ SET button. To deselect all images, select [Reset].
Page 144: Red-Eye Correction Function
Red-Eye Correction Function You can correct red eyes in recorded images. Red eyes may not be automatically detected in some images or the results may not turn out as you intended. We recommend that you use [New File] to save corrected images.
Page 145 Correct the image. 1. Use the select [Start]. 2. Press the Save the image. 1. Use the select [New File] or [Overwrite]. 2. Press the • [New File]: Saved as new file with a new name. The uncorrected image is stored.
Page 146 When there is not enough space left on the memory card, red-eye correction cannot be performed. Although you can apply red-eye correction any number of times to an image, the image quality will gradually deteriorate with each application. Since the correction frame will not appear automatically on images that have already been corrected once with the Red- Eye Correction function, use the [Add Frame] option to correct them.
Page 147 Add Correction Frame Select [Add Frame]. 1. Use the select [Add Frame]. 2. Press the • A green frame will display. Adjust the position of the correction frame. 1. Use the move the frame. • Size of the frame can be changed with the zoom lever.
Page 148 Removing Correction Frames Select [Remove Frame]. 1. Use the select [Remove Frame]. 2. Press the Select a frame you wish to remove. 1. Use the frame to remove. • The selected frame will appear in green. Delete the frame. 1. Press the •...
Page 149: Adding Effects With The My Colors Function
Adding Effects with the My Colors Function You can add effects to recorded images (stills only) using the My Colors function. The following selection of My Colors effects is available. For details, see p. 107. Vivid Neutral Sepia Positive Film Select [My Colors].
Page 150 Select a My Colors type. 1. Use the My Colors type. • The displayed image will reflect the My Colors effect. • You can press the zoom lever toward to check the image at a higher magnification. While the image is zoomed, you can press the FUNC./SET button to switch between the image transformed with the My Colors effect and the original non- transformed image.
Page 151: Resizing Images
When there is not enough space left on the memory card, the My Colors effects cannot be added. Although My Colors effects can be added any number of times to an image, the image quality will gradually deteriorate with each application and the intended colors may not be achieved.
Page 152 Select a resolution. 1. Use the resolution. 2. Press the • If a resolution cannot be selected due to a lack of free space on the memory card, will display. Save the image. 1. Use the [OK]. 2. Press the •...
Page 153: Attaching Sound Memos To Images
Attaching Sound Memos to Images In playback mode, you can attach sound memos (up to 1 min.) to an image. The sound data is saved in the WAVE format. Select [Sound Memo]. 1. Press the 2. In the menu, use the button to select 3.
Page 154: Sound-Only Recording (Sound Recorder)
Sound Memo Panel Use the button to select an option and press FUNC./SET button. Exit Returns to the playback screen. Record Starts recording. Pause Pauses recording or playback. Play Begins playback. Erases sound memos. (Select [Erase] and in the Erase confirmation screen press the FUNC./SET button.) You cannot attach sound memos to movies.
Page 155 Record a sound. 1. Use the 2. Press the • The elapsed recording time displays. • You can use the change the sampling rate. The recording quality rises progressively as you select [11.025 kHz], [22.050 kHz] or [44.100 kHz], but the recorded file sizes increase correspondingly.
Page 156: Protecting Images
See Sound Recorder Data Rates and Recording Durations (Estimated) (p. 224). Recording will automatically stop when the memory card is full. Protecting Images You can protect important images and movies from accidental erasure. Select You can configure the protection settings for each image singly while viewing them.
Page 157 [Select] Protect the image. 1. Use the image to protect. 2. Press the • Pressing the FUNC./SET button again cancels the setting. • To continue protecting other images, repeat the procedure. • You can also protect images in the index playback mode. •...
Page 158 Select the last image. 1. Use the button to switch to selecting the last image. 2. Press the 3. Use the last image in the range. 4. Press the • An image with a lower number than the first image cannot be selected as the last image.
Page 159 [Select by Date]/[Select by Category]/[Select by Folder] Select the images. 1. Use the date/category/folder to protect. 2. Press the • A will appear on selected images. • Pressing the FUNC./SET button again cancels the setting. • You can select multiple dates, categories or folders. •...
Page 160: Erasing Images
[All Images] Protect the images. 1. Use the [Protect]. 2. Press the • Returns to the selection method screen. • Selecting [Unlock] removes protection for all the images. • Selecting [Stop] cancels protection settings for the current selection. Erasing Images You can erase images from a memory card.
Page 161 Select [Erase]. 1. Press the 2. In the menu, use the button to select 3. Press the Select an erasure method. 1. Use the erasure method. • Pressing the MENU button returns to the prior screen. 2. Press the [Select] Select the image.
Page 162 [Select Range] Select the first image. • You can use the control dial to select the first or last image. 1. Press the 2. Use the first image in the range to erase. 3. Press the Select the last image. 1.
Page 163 Erase the images. 1. Press the button to select [Erase]. 2. Press the • Pressing the MENU button cancels selection of the image you are about to erase and returns to Step 2. [Select by Date]/[Select by Category]/[Select by Folder] Select the images.
Page 164: All Images
[All Images] Erase the images. 1. Use the [OK]. 2. Press the • Selecting [Cancel] cancels selection of the image you are about to erase and returns to Step 2. Pressing the FUNC./SET button while erasing is in progress cancels the procedure. Please format the memory card when you want to erase not only image data but also all the data contained on the memory card (p.
Page 165: Registering Functions To The Button
Registering Functions to the You can register a function that you often use to the following functions can be registered. Function Standard* Slide Show* Sound Recorder *1 Default setting (It can be used to switch between power off/playback mode/shooting mode (p. 44)). *2 Slide Show will not play in the index playback mode.
Page 166 Using the Button In playback mode, press the • This will call up the registered function. When you press the the camera to playback mode. Then when it is pressed a second time, the registered function is called up. Registering a function other than disables its ability to turn off the camera power.
Page 167: Print Settings/Transfer Settings
Print Settings/Transfer Settings You can also use the control dial to select images and perform various operations. See p. 43. Setting the DPOF Print Settings You can select images on a memory card for printing and specify the number of print copies in advance using the camera. The settings used on the camera comply with the Digital Print Order Format (DPOF) standards.
Page 168 Select [Print Settings]. 1. Press the 2. Press the 3. Use the menu. 4. Use the [Print Settings]. 5. Press the Make settings. 1. Use the option. 2. Use the settings. 3. Press the The Date and File No. settings change according to the Print Type as follows.
Page 169: Select A Print Settings Method
Select a print settings method Configures print settings for single images as you Select Images & Qty. view them. For picking a first and last image and printing all the Select Range images in the range. Configures print settings for images corresponding Select by Date to the selected date.
Page 170 [Select Images & Qty.] Select the images. Selection methods differ depending on the Print Type settings (p. 165). Standard ( )/Both ( 1. Use the images. 2. Press the 3. Use the number of print copies (up to 99). 4. Press the Index ( 1.
Page 171 [Select Range] Select the first image. • You can use the control dial to select the first or last image. 1. Press the 2. Use the first image in the print range. 3. Press the Select the last image. 1. Use the button to switch to selecting the last image.
Page 172 Configure the print settings. 1. Press the button to select [Order]. 2. Press the • The screen will return to the selection method screen. • Pressing the MENU button cancels the print settings for the selected range of images. [Select by Date]/[Select by Category]/[Select by Folder] Select the images.
Page 173 [Select All Images] Configure the print settings. 1. Use the [OK]. 2. Press the • The screen will return to the selection method screen. • Selecting [Cancel] cancels print settings of the selected image. [Clear All Selections] Deselect the images. 1.
Page 174: Setting The Dpof Transfer Settings
Setting the DPOF Transfer Settings You can use the camera to specify settings for images before downloading to a computer. Refer to the Software Starter Guide for instructions on how to transfer images to your computer. The settings used on the camera comply with the DPOF standards. icon may display for a memory card with transfer settings set by a different DPOF-compliant camera.
Page 175 Single Images Select an image to transfer. 1. Use the image to transfer. 2. Press the • Pressing the FUNC./SET button again deselects the setting. • You can also select images in the index playback mode. • Press the MENU button to end the setting. Mark all Execute the transfering images.
Page 176: Configuring The Camera
Configuring the Camera Power Saving Function This camera is equipped with a power saving function, which can automatically turn off the power or LCD monitor. Auto Power Down When set to [On], the power will shut off in the following circumstances.
Page 177: Setting The World Clock
Press the The power saving function will not activate during a slide show or while the camera is connected to a computer. Setting the World Clock When traveling abroad, you can record images with local dates and times simply by switching the time zone setting if you pre-register the destination time zones.
Page 178 Select an area as home. 1. Use the home time zone. 2. Press the • To set the daylight saving option, use button to display The time will advance by 1 hour. Select (World). 1. Use the button to select 2.
Page 179 Switching to the Destination Time Zone Select [Time Zone]. 1. Press the 2. Use the menu. 3. Use the [Time Zone]. 4. Press the Select (World). 1. Use the 2. Press the • To change the destination time zone, use the FUNC./SET button. •...
Page 180: Formatting Memory Cards
Formatting Memory Cards You should always format a new memory card or one from which you wish to erase all images and other data. Please note that formatting (initializing) a memory card erases all data, including protected images and other file types.
Page 181: Resetting The File Number
Low Level Format We recommend you select [Low Level Format] when you think that the recording/reading speed of a memory card has dropped. A low level format may require 2 to 3 minutes with some memory cards. Resetting the File Number The images you shoot are automatically assigned file numbers.
Page 182 Make settings. 1. Use the file numbering setting. 2. Press the File and Folder Numbers Recorded images are assigned consecutive file numbers starting with 0001 and ranging up to 9999, while folders are assigned numbers starting with 100 and ranging up to 999. Up to 2000 images can be saved into a single folder.
Page 183: Creating An Image Destination (Folder)
Creating an Image Destination (Folder) You can create a new folder at any time and the recorded images will be automatically saved to that folder. Create New Creates a new folder the next time you shoot images. To Folder create an additional folder, insert the check mark again. You can also specify a date and time if you wish to create a Auto Create new folder using a shooting time after the specified date and...
Page 184: Setting The Day Or Time For Automatic Folder
Setting the Day or Time for Automatic Folder Creation Select [Create Folder]. 1. Press the 2. Use the menu. 3. Use the [Create Folder]. 4. Press the Make settings. 1. Use the [Auto Create] and the to select a creation date. 2.
Page 185: Setting The Auto Rotate Function
Setting the Auto Rotate Function Your camera is equipped with an Intelligent Orientation sensor that detects the orientation of an image shot with the camera held vertically and automatically rotates it to the correct orientation when viewing it in the LCD monitor. Select [Auto Rotate].
Page 186: Resetting Settings To Their Default Values
When the camera is held vertically to shoot, the Intelligent Orientation sensor judges the upper end to be “up” and the lower end to be “down”. It then regulates the optimal white balance, exposure and focus for vertical photography. This function operates regardless of the on/off status of the Auto Rotate function.
Page 187 Settings cannot be reset when the camera is connected to a computer or to a printer. The following cannot be reset. - The shooting mode. - The [Time Zone], [Date/Time], [Language] and [Video System] options in the - White balance data recorded with the custom white balance function (p.
Page 188: Connecting To A Tv
Connecting to a TV Shooting/Playback Using a TV You can use the supplied AV cable to shoot or playback images using a TV. Turn off the camera and the TV. Connect the AV cable to the camera’s A/V OUT and DIGITAL terminal.
Page 189 The video output signal can be switched (NTSC or PAL) to accommodate different regional standards (p. 58). The default setting varies between regions. - NTSC: Japan, U.S.A., Canada, Taiwan and others - PAL: Europe, Asia (excluding Taiwan), Oceania and others If the video system is set incorrectly, the camera output may not display properly.
Page 190: Customizing The Camera (My Camera Settings)
Customizing the Camera (My Camera Settings) You can also use the control dial to select images and perform various operations. See p. 43. My Camera allows you to customize the start-up image and start-up, operation, self-timer and shutter sounds. You can change and register these settings, enabling you to customize the camera to suit your own tastes.
Page 191: Registering My Camera Settings
Registering My Camera Settings Images recorded onto the memory card and newly recorded sounds can be added as My Camera settings to the You can also use the supplied software to upload your computer’s images and sounds to the camera. A computer is required to restore the My Camera settings to the defaults.
Page 192 [Start-up]/[Operation]/[Self-timer]/ [Shutter Sounds] 1. Use the (Record). 2. Press the 3. After recording, use the button to select 4. Press the • Recording will automatically stop when the recording time elapses. • To play it, select • To exit instead of registering, select Register the setting.
Page 193: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting • Camera (p. 191) • When the power is turned on (p. 192) • LCD monitor (p. 192) • Shooting (p. 194) • Shooting movies (p. 198) • Playback (p. 199) • Battery/Battery Charger (p. 199) • TV monitor output (p. 200) •...
Page 194 When the power is turned on “Card locked!” message appears. The SD memory card’s or SDHC memory card’s write protect tab is set to “Write protect”. The Date/Time menu appears. The built-in rechargeable lithium battery charge is low. LCD monitor Nothing displays.
Page 195 The display darkens. The image in the LCD monitor will darken in strong sunlight or bright light. Display flickers. Display flickers when shot under fluorescent lighting. A bar of light (purplish red) appears on the LCD monitor. Sometimes appears when shooting a bright subject, such as the sun or other light source.
Page 196: Camera Will Not Record
Format the memory card (p. 178). If reformatting does not work, the memory card logic circuits may be damaged. Consult the nearest Canon Customer Support Help Desk. Slide the write protect tab upward (p. 212).
Page 197: Image Is Blurred Or Out Of Focus
Image Seen in Viewfinder vs. Recorded Image. Usually the recorded image contains more of the scene than is seen in the viewfinder. Image is blurred or out of focus. The camera moves when the shutter button is pressed. AF-assist Beam is set to [Off].
Page 198 Subject in recorded image is too bright, or image flashes white. Subject is too close, making the flash too strong. The subject is overexposed because the surroundings are too dark. Too much light is shining directly into the camera, or is being reflected off the subject.
Page 199 Eyes appear red. Light is reflected back from the eyes when the flash is used in dark areas. Continuous shooting slows down. The memory card’s performance has dropped. Recording images to memory card takes a long time. Memory card was formatted in another device.
Page 200 Lens will not retract. Memory card slot/battery cover was opened with power on. Shooting movies The recording time may not display properly or shooting may stop unexpectedly. The following types of memory cards are used. - Slow recording cards. - Cards formatted on a different camera or a computer.
Page 201 Playback Cannot play back. You attempted to play back images shot with another camera or images edited with a computer. File name was changed with a computer or file location was changed. Images cannot be edited. Some images shot with another camera cannot be edited. Movies do not play back correctly.
Page 202: Image Is Distorted Or Not Showing On Tv Monitor
Battery life exceeded if battery loses its charge quickly at normal temperature (23 °C/73 °F). Battery will not charge. Battery life exceeded. TV monitor output Image is distorted or not showing on TV monitor. Incorrect video system setting. Shooting in Stitch Assist mode.
Page 203: List Of Messages
(p. 178). However, if this error message appears even when using the supplied memory card, contact your Canon Customer Support Help Desk as there may be a problem with the camera.
Page 204 Naming error! The file name could not be created because there is an image with the same name as the folder that the camera is attempting to create, or the highest possible file number has already been reached. In the Set up menu, set [File Numbering] to [Auto Reset];...
Page 205 Incompatible WAVE A sound memo cannot be added to this image since the data type of the existing sound memo is incorrect. In addition, sound cannot be played back. Cannot register this image! You attempted to register an image recorded in a different camera or a movie as a start-up image.
Page 206 Try turning the power back on, and resume shooting or playback. If this message continues to display, contact your Canon Customer Support Help Desk as there may be a problem with the lens.
Page 207: Appendix
Appendix Safety Precautions Before using the camera, please ensure that you read the safety precautions described below and in the “Safety Precautions” section. Always ensure that the camera is operated correctly. The safety precautions noted on the following pages are intended to instruct you in the safe and correct operation of the camera and its accessories to prevent injuries or damage to yourself, other persons and equipment.
Page 208 Please consult your camera distributor or the closest Canon Customer Support Help Desk. Do not use substances containing alcohol, benzine, thinners or other flammable substances to clean or maintain the equipment.
Page 209 Do not place the battery near a heat source or expose it to direct flame or heat. The battery should not be immersed in water or sea water. Do not attempt to disassemble, alter or apply heat to the battery. Avoid dropping or subjecting the battery to severe impacts that could damage the casing.
Page 210 Do not trigger the flash in close proximity to human or animal eyes. Exposure to the intense light produced by the flash may damage eyesight. In particular, remain at least one meter (39 inches) away from infants when using the flash. Keep objects that are sensitive to magnetic fields (such as credit cards) away from the speaker of the camera.
Page 211 Avoid using, placing or storing the equipment in places subject to strong sunlight or high temperatures, such as the dashboard or trunk (boot) of a car. Do not use the equipment in a manner that exceeds the rated capacity of the electrical outlet or wiring accessories. Also, do not use the equipment if the cable or plug is damaged, or if the plug is not fully inserted into the power outlet.
Page 212: Preventing Malfunctions
Preventing Malfunctions Avoid Strong Magnetic Fields Never place the camera in close proximity to electric motors or other equipment generating strong electromagnetic fields. Exposure to strong magnetic fields may cause malfunctions or corrupt image data. Avoid Condensation Related Problems When moving the equipment rapidly from cold to hot temperatures, you can avoid condensation by placing the equipment in an airtight, resealable plastic bag and letting it adjust to temperature changes slowly before removing it from...
Page 213 Even charged batteries continue to discharge naturally. It takes approximately 2 hours 5 minutes to fully charge the battery from a depleted state (based on Canon’s testing standards). • Charging it within a temperature range of 5 – 40 °C (41 – 104 °F) is recommended.
Page 214: Memory Card
If the performance of the battery diminishes substantially even when it is fully charged, its life has been exceeded and it should be replaced. SD Memory Card or SDHC Memory Card Write Protect Tab Write Protect Tab Slide the switch up. Writing/Erasing Possible Memory cards are high-precision electronic devices.
Page 215 • When the camera is malfunctioning, a corrupted memory card might be the cause. Reformatting the memory card may solve the problem. • When a non-Canon brand memory card is malfunctioning, reformatting it may solve the problem. • Memory cards formatted in other cameras, computers, or peripheral devices may not operate correctly in this camera.
Page 216: Using The Ac Adapter (Sold Separately)
Using the AC Adapter (Sold Separately) It is best to power the camera with AC Adapter Kit ACK-DC30 (sold separately) when you are using it for long periods of time or connecting it to a computer. Turn the camera power off before connecting or disconnecting the AC adapter.
Page 217: Using An Externally Mounted Flash (Sold Separately)
Using an Externally Mounted Flash (Sold Separately) High-Power Flash HF-DC1 This flash is used to supplement the camera’s built-in flash when the subject is too far away for proper illumination. Use the following procedures to affix the camera and High-Power Flash to the supporting bracket.
Page 218 Fasten the attachment screws securely so that they do not loosen. Failure to do so may lead to the dropping of the camera and flash resulting in damage to both. Before attaching the bracket to the flash, check that the lithium battery (CR123A or DL123) is installed.
Page 219: Camera Care And Maintenance
Never use organic solvents on the camera body or lens. If dirt remains, contact the closest Canon Customer Support Help Desk as listed on the separate customer support list supplied with your camera.
Page 220: Specifications
Specifications All data is based on Canon’s standard testing methods. Subject to change without notice. PowerShot SD890 IS DIGITAL ELPH/DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera Effective Pixels : Approx. 10.0 million Image Sensor Lens Digital Zoom Optical Viewfinder LCD Monitor AF System...
Page 221 Image Stabilization Metering System Exposure Compensation : ±2 stops in 1/3-stop increments ISO Speed (Standard Output Sensitivity, Recommended Exposure Index) White Balance Built-in Flash Built-in Flash Range Shooting Modes Continuous Shooting Self-timer Recording Media File Format : Lens-shift type Continuous/Shoot Only*/Panning*/Off * Still images only.
Page 222 Movies: AVI (Image data: Motion JPEG; Audio data: WAVE (monaural)) Sound Memo or Sound Recorder: WAVE (monaural) * This digital camera supports Exif 2.2 (also called “Exif Print”). Exif Print is a standard for enhancing the communication between digital cameras and printers.
Page 223 Sound (recording/playback up to 1 min.), Sound Recorder (up to 2 hours sound-only recording/ playback possible) or Protect. : PictBridge compliant, and Canon Direct Print and Bubble Jet Direct compatible : Start-up image, start-up sound, operation sound, self-timer sound, and shutter sound.
Page 224: Battery Capacity
• A Canon-brand memory card is used. * Until the battery returns to normal temperature Playback: Normal temperature (23 °C ±2 °C/73 °F ±3.6 °F), normal relative humidity (50% ±20%), continuous playback at 3...
Page 225 : Capable of smooth continuous shooting (p. 78) (When card has been formatted with a low level format). This reflects standard shooting criteria established by Canon. Actual results may vary according to the subject and shooting conditions. : Memory card included with the camera...
Page 226 Movie Recording Pixels/ Frame Rate 640 × 480 pixels 30 frames/sec. Standard 640 × 480 pixels Color Accent 30 frames/sec. LP 320 × 240 pixels Color Swap 30 frames/sec. 160 × 120 pixels Compact 15 frames/sec. 640 × 480 pixels Time Lapse *1 1 frame/sec.
Page 227: Sd Memory Card
Image Data Sizes (Estimated) Recording Pixels 3648 × 2736 pixels 2816 × 2112 pixels 2272 × 1704 pixels 1600 × 1200 pixels 640 × 480 pixels 1600 × 1200 pixels 3648 × 2048 pixels Standard Color Accent Color Swap Compact Time Lapse *1 1 frame/sec.
Page 228 Battery Pack NB-5L Type Nominal Voltage Typical Capacity Battery Life (Charge Cycles) Operating Temperatures 0 – 40 °C (32 – 104 °F) Dimensions Weight USA and Canada only: The Lithium ion/polymer battery that powers the product is recyclable. Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY for information on how to recycle this battery.
Page 229 Compact Power Adapter CA-DC10 (Included with the separately sold AC Adapter Kit ACK-DC30) Rated Input Rated Output Operating Temperatures 0 – 40 °C (32 – 104 °F) Dimensions Weight When connecting to and using a household power outlet, use only AC Adapter Kit ACK-DC30 (rated input: 100-240 V AC 50/60 Hz, rated output: 4.3 V DC).
Page 230: Index
Index Index Numerics 3:2 Guide ...114 AC Adapter Kit ACK-DC30 ...214 Accessory ...36 AE Lock ...99 AF Frame ...50, 93 AF Lock ...98 AF-assist Beam ...40, 55 AF-Point Zoom ...90 Auto Category ...115 AUTO Mode ...16 Auto Rotate ... 183 Battery Battery Charge Indicator ...51 Capacity ...222...
Page 231 Focus ...17 Focus Check Display ..60, 91, 120 Focus Lock ...98 Frame Rates ...86 Grid Lines ...114 High-Power Flash ...215 Histogram ...53 Image Stabilizer ... 72 Index Playback ...119 Indicators ...46 Infinity ...67 ISO Speed ...74 Jump (Searching the Images) . 122 LCD Monitor ...41, 60 Display ...50 Quick-bright LCD Function ...
Page 232 Index Recording Pixels ...70, 86 Red-Eye Correction (Playback) ...142 Red-Eye Correction (Shooting) .80 Red-Eye Reduction ...80 Registering Functions Set Play Button ...163 Registering Settings ...116 Reset All ...184 Resize ...149 Review ... 55 Review Info ... 55 Rotate ...134 Safety Zoom ...63 Self-Timer ...68 Shooting Mode ...75 Color Accent ...109...
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Page 237 • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. The cable with the ferrite core provided with the digital camera must be used with this equipment in order to comply with Class B limits in Subpart B of Part 15 of the FCC rules.
Page 238 Battery Charger CB-2LX This product is not intended to be serviced. Should the product cease to function in its intended manner, it should be returned to the manufacturer or be discarded. This power unit is intended to be correctly orientated in a vertical or floor mount position.
Page 239: Trademark Acknowledgments
• While every effort has been made to ensure that the information contained in this guide is accurate and complete, no liability can be accepted for any errors or omissions. • Canon reserves the right to change the specifications of the hardware and software described herein at anytime without prior notice.
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Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode Only functions with settings that change with the shooting mode are listed here. Function Exposure Compensation (p. 101) Long Shutter Mode (p. 103) ISO Speed (p. 74) White Balance (p. 104) Drive Mode (pp.
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Page 242 Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode Function Stitch Direction Selection (Right, Left) (p. 88) AF Frame (p. 93) AF Frame Size Selection (p. 95) AF-Point Zoom (p. 90) Digital Zoom (p. 62) Flash Settings (p. 80) Custom Timer (delay, shots) (p. 68) AF-assist Beam (p.
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Canon Powershot SD890 IS DIGITAL ELPH User Manual

Preparations

Shooting Still Images ( Mode)

Viewing Still Images

Erasing

Printing

Embedding the Date in the Image Data

Shooting Movies ( Standard Mode)

Viewing Movies

Downloading Images to a Computer

System Map

Components Guide

Basic Operations

Commonly Used Shooting Functions

Advanced Shooting Functions

Playback/Erasing

Print Settings/Transfer Settings

Configuring the Camera

Connecting to a TV

Customizing the Camera (My Camera Settings)

Troubleshooting

List of Messages

Appendix

Index

Functions Available in each Shooting Mode

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