Canon Powershot SX20 IS User Manual page 149

Changing the IS-Mode Settings
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If camera shake is too strong, attach the camera to a tripod. It is
recommended to set the IS Mode to [Off] when the camera is attached
to a tripod.
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When using [Panning], hold the camera horizontally. Image stabilization
does not work when the camera is held vertically.
Registering Functions to the
Choose [IS Mode], then press the qr buttons
●
to choose an option.
Image stabilization is always on. You
can confirm the result directly on the
Continuous
display, which makes it easier to check
the composition or focus.
Image stabilization is only active at the
Shoot Only
moment of shooting.
Image stabilization only counters up
and down motion. This option is
Panning
recommended for shooting objects
moving horizontally.
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Choose [Set Shortcut button], then press the
m button.
Press the opqr buttons or turn the  dial
●
to choose the functions to register, then press
the m button.
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Pressing the
registered function.
Changing Shooting Functions
Button
button will call up the
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