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Canon PowerShot SD850 IS Digital ELPH User Manual

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Before Using the Camera
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Customizing
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List of Messages
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  • Page 1 CallOfl CDI-E307-010 XX07XXX © 2007 CANON INC. "_wer_hot SDBSO/S IXUS 95015 < Camera This guide explains camera features and procedures in detail. PRINTED IN JAPAN Before Using the Camera Shooting Playback/Erasing Print/Transfer Settings Customizing the Camera List of Messages User Guide Pi.Blidge...
  • Page 2 Shooting oAutomatically adjusts shooting settings to match particular conditions (Special Scene mode) OReduces image blur with the IS Mode oAvoid the effects of camera shake or blurry subjects when shooting by using High ISO Auto and Auto ISO Shift OFace Detect AF ideal for photographing images of people oAutomatically detects camera orientation with an Intelligent...
  • Page 3 Canon accessories. 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). Please note that this warranty does not apply to repairs arising out of the...
  • Page 4 I Table of Contents Items marked with a_j_ are lists or charts that summarize camera functions or procedures. Please Read ... Safety Precautions ... Preventing Malfunctions ... Using the LCD Monitor ... LCD Monitor Brightness ... Information Displayed on the LCD Monitor ... Using the Viewfinder Power Saving Function Setting the World Clock ...
  • Page 5 Shooting Hard-to-Focus Locking the Exposure Setting (AE Lock) ... Locking the Flash Exposure Setting (FE Lock) ... Switching between Metering Modes ... Adjusting the Exposure Compensation Setting the Shutter Speed (Long Shutter Mode) ... Adjusting the Tone (White Balance) Shooting in a My Colors Mode ... Changing Colors ...
  • Page 6 Changing My Camera Registering My Camera Camera When the power isturned on... LCD monitor ... Shooting Shooting Movies ... Playback Battery/Battery TVmonitor output ... Printing onDirect Print Compatible Battery Handling Handling the Memory Card ... Using a nAC Adapter Kit ( Sold S eparately) Using a nExternally Camera Care a nd Maintenance Specifications...
  • Page 7 Please note that Canon Inc., its subsidiaries and affiliates, and its distributors are not liable for any consequential 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 8 Video F ormat Please set the camera's video signal format to the one used in your region before using it with a TV monitor (p. 104). Language Setting Please see the Basic Guide (p. 9) to change the language setting. OBefore using the camera, please ensure that you read the safety precautions described below and in the "Safety Precautions"...
  • Page 9 Immediately turn the camera power off and remove the camera battery or unplug the battery charger or compact power adapter from the power outlet. Please consult your camera distributor or the closest Canon Customer Support Help Desk. • Do not use substances thinners or other flammable maintain the equipment.
  • Page 10 • 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, battery. • Avoid dropping or subjecting the battery to severe impacts that could damage the casing.
  • Page 11 • 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. •...
  • Page 12 chargers to devices such as electrical transformers foreign travel because it may lead to malfunctions, • Do not connect compact power adapters or battery excessive heat generation, fire, electric shock or injury. • Do not operate the flash with dirt, dust or other items stuck to the surface of the flash.
  • Page 13 • Never place the camera in close proximity to electric motors or other equipment fields. Exposure to strong magnetic fields may cause malfunctions corrupt image data. • When moving the equipment hot place, you can avoid condensation equipment in an airtight, resealable plastic bag and letting it adjust to temperature from the bag.
  • Page 14 I BeforeUsingthe Camera--BasicOperations _/_IZ -- _i_%_i_ ¸ _i_ii_/_iz • 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 [] • The LCD monitor is set to the detailed display (Information View) in the _, •...
  • Page 15 Using the Clock You can display the current date and time for a 5-second* interval using the following two methods. * Default setting Method 1 Hold the FUNC./SET button down while turning on the power. Method 2 In a shooting/playback mode, press the FUNC,/SET button for more than one second.
  • Page 16 LCD Monitor The brightness of the LCD monitor can be changed in the following two ways. eChanging Settings eChanging Settings Using the DISP. Button Function) You can set the LCD monitor to the brightest setting regardless of the option selected in the Set up menu by pressing the DISP. button for more than one second.* - To restore the previous brightness setting, press the DISP.
  • Page 17 Shooting information Digital Tele-converter/Zoom Magnification/Safety Zoom (p. 33) ] Spot Frame ] [] AF Frame (p. 49) Aperture Setting.! 3:2 Guide (p. 41) Grid Lines (p. 41) Recordable Shots (Stills) .2 RemainingTime/Elapsed Time (Movies)*" _D_MMmll mmHmmDm Shooting Mode (pp. 35, 42, 47, 64, 66, Basic Guide pp.
  • Page 18 J_z_,z _y _m_i_i_m_,?_ If the indicator blinks orange and the camera shake icon [] displays, it indicates there is insufficient illumination and a slow shutter speed will be selected. Shoot using the following methods. - Set the IS mode to a setting other than [Off] (p. 32). - Raise the ISO speed (p.
  • Page 19 Detailed Histogram (p. 18) i mmDm[Dl l[] ShootingMode (pp. 35, 42, 47, 64, 66, Basic Guidepp. 11- 13) mlMetering Mode (p. 55) _---_ ISO Speed (p. 69) mMm[t [ RecordingPixels/Frame Rate (Movies) (p. 45) Sh_ter speed []Time Lapse (p. 46) Aperture Setting The following information A sound file ina format other thanthe WAVE format is attached or the...
  • Page 20 Histogram The histogram is a graph that allows you to check the brightness of the image. The greater the bias toward the left in the graph, the darker the image. The greater the bias toward the right, the brighter the image. If the image is too dark, adjust the exposure compensation value.
  • Page 21 This camera isequipped will s hut offinthe following again torestore power. Shooting Mode Powers down approximately control is accessed on the camera. The LCD monitor automatically turns off 1 minute* after the last control is accessed even if [Auto Power Down] is set to [Off]. Press any button other than the power button or change the camera orientation to turn the LCD monitor back on.
  • Page 22 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. You can enjoy the convenience of not having to switch the Date/Time settings. Setting the Home/World Time Zones...
  • Page 23 ÷ or tion time zone_ eYou can also select an area with the touch control dial. In addition, as in Step 3, you can set the day- ,ght saving time. 4_ or World], Switching to the Destination See Menus and Settings (p. 23). .se the ÷or ÷button to select [] _ 0"...
  • Page 24 Menus are used to set the shooting, playback and print settings as well as such camera settings as the date/time and electronic beep. The following menus are available. eFUNC. Menu eRec., Play, Print, Set up and My Camera Menus FUNC. Menu This menu sets many of the common shooting functions.
  • Page 25 Rec., Play, Print, Menus Convenient settings for shooting, playback or printing can be set with these menus. (Rec.) Menu -- (_ You can switch betweenmenus with the ÷ or 4" button when this part is selected. • This example shows the Rec. menu in O (Auto) mode. •...
  • Page 26 See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 160). FUNC. Menu Menu Item VtanualMode 3pecialScene Mode VlovieMode -xposure Compensation _ongShutter Mode Nhite Balance VlyColors Rec. Menu Menu Item AiAF DigitalZoom (Still) (Movie) Slow Synchro Red-Eye Self-timer Auto ISO Shift AF-assist Beam Review Save Original AutoCategory...
  • Page 27 Disp. Overlay IS Mode 3ontinuous*/ShootOnly/ Panning/Off Date Stamp 3ff*/Date/Date & Time Set _,'_ button []*/_]lml[]/["_l[]l []/ITI/m "1 Default setting is 3 shots. *2 They are classified according to the following categories. (People): L_, [_&'], [ ] Detect] has been selected in [AiAF] mode. (Scenery): _, (Events): _[_, B,...
  • Page 28 Set up Menu [] Menu Item Mute Volume SelftimerVoL ShutterVolume _laybackVoL Touch Icons LCD Brightness Power Saving Auto Power Down Display Off Options On/Off* Setto [On] to silence all sounds except _vaming sounds.(Basic p. 10) Off/1/2"/3/4/5 _,djuststhe volumeof the start-up sound, operation sound,self-timer sound, shuttersound and playback sound.The volumecannot be adjusted...
  • Page 29 (Widescreen) mode at the full page setting for wide paper using a Canon SELPHY CP730/CP720/CP710/CP510 Since this setting is saved even when the power is turned off, ensure that you return the setting to [Auto] to print other image sizes. (However, it cannot be changed while the printer is connected.)
  • Page 30 My Camera Menu Item Theme settings item. Start-up Image Sets the image displayedwhen the camerapower is turned on. Start-up Sound Sets the sound played when the camerapower is turned on. OperationSound the shutterbutton is pressed. SelftimerSound ShutterSound My CameraMenu Contents •...
  • Page 31 You should always format anew memory card orone from which you wish toerase all i mages and other data. oTo perform a oweve format, use + button to select [Low Level Format] and the 4" or .l, button to add a check mark. •...
  • Page 32 I Shooting You can also use the touch control dial to select shooting modes or FUNC. menu opt ons. See the Basic Guide, p. 4. Approximate Recording (Large) 3264 x 2448 (Medium 2592x (Medium 2048x (Medium3) 1600x120(3 (Small) *2 or [] 1600 X 120(3 (Postcard) Values...
  • Page 33 _].2 3264x 1832 the composition at a 16:9 aspect ratio. (Widescreen) pixels "1 Paper sizes vary according *2 This function cannot be configured Approximate Values Compression Superfine High Quality Shoot higher quality images Fine Normal Normal • See Image Data Sizes (Estimated) (p. 145). •...
  • Page 34 By using the tS mode, you can reduce image blur when magnifying a distant subject or shooting in low-light situations. Continuous Shoot Only Panning You can check the effect of the IS mode on image blur on the LCD monitor since the IS mode runs continually.
  • Page 35 You can shoot zoomed images using the combined digital and optical zooms. The focal lengths (35mm film equivalent) and characteristics are as follows. Option Focal Length Standard 35 - 560 mm 35 - 140 mm 1.6x 56 - 224 mm 70 - 280 mm 2.0x Characteristics...
  • Page 36 Using the Digital Using the Digital Adjust shoot. e[¥] and the zoom factor will display on the LCD monitor. OThe image may appear coarse depending upon the selected recording pixels (the [] the zoom factor appear in blue). About Digital A digital tele-converter tele-converter lens (supplemental...
  • Page 37 You can shoot a subject 2 - 50 cm (0.8 in. - 1.6 ft.) from the end of the lens at the maximum wide angle setting. With the digital zoom, the image area is 7.5 x 5.5 mm (0.3 x 0.2 in.) at maximum zoom (approximately 4.0x).
  • Page 38 You can set whether or not the red-eye reduction* lamp automatically fires with the flash. *This function reduces them appear red. (Rec,) See Menus and Settings (p. 23). * Default setting. You can shoot with the flash at slow shutter speeds. This is handy for shootin 9 at night or under artificial Iightin 9 indoors.
  • Page 39 Super high speed SDC-512MSH newly formatted with low level formatting • This ret]ects 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 40 i'_E_ I It_l,_:l I_|_ This mode is for recording people against a nightscape or points of light, such as holiday lighting. You can depict the point source of light in specific shapes to produce a fantastical the flash in this mode (flash is on by default). Image shot with _ Special Effect...
  • Page 41 FUNC. Menu_ Light Effect). See Menus and Settings (p. 22). *Default setting. Press O" _i_y I¸_i _ _iiii _/iiilii _ i_i>5_iii:_i _ _ _,,__ _i_,_2_,_i_ _ _Ii_¸_+ ;_ _ _iii_ _:_,Ji_ii_ • The image stabilization function may not be as effective in this mode as in others.
  • Page 42 You can shoot images with the optimal settings for postcards by composing them inside the print area (width-to-height approximately 3:2) shown in the LCD monitor. For printing instructions, Embedding You can embed the date in image data when [] (Postcard) is selected.
  • Page 43 You can check a composition's well as a 3:2 aspect ratio print range on the LCD monitor by using a shooting guide while shooting. Displays grid lines dividing the monitor into 9 areas, Grid Lines allowing you to check the subject's horizontal and vertical alignment.
  • Page 44 I_'R'_ The following movie For information on the recording mode, refer to Changing If you register shooting a movie the mode dial setting You can select the recording pixels and frame rate and record until the memory card is full (when a super high-speed such as the recommended used while shooting Maximum Size: 4 GB*/movie...
  • Page 45 • The recording time will vary according to the capacity of the memory card you use (p. 143). * Recording will stop after one hour of continuous recorded data volume has not reached 4 GB. Depending on the volume and data writing speed of the memory card, recording may stop after one hour of continuous recording even if the recorded...
  • Page 46 • Before recording, you can set the AE lock (p. 53) and exposure shift. 1. Press the ISO button. The exposure will lock (AE lock) and the exposure shift bar will appear in the LCD monitor. 2. Use the _. or _ button to adjust the exposure. Press the ISO button again to release the setting.
  • Page 47 Changing Recording Rates You can change the recording pixels and frame rate when the movie mode is set to [] or [] (Color Swap). Recording Pixels Frame rates indicate the number of frames recorded or played back each second. The higher the frame rate, the smoother the appearance of motion.
  • Page 48 Changing the Shooting Interval ([] (Time Lapse))
  • Page 49 Stitch Assist can be used to shoot overlapping images that can later be merged (stitched) to create one panoramic image on a computer. seams of several The overlapping adjacent images can be joined into a single panoramic _mage. FUN6. I_len,,_l_*(l_lan-,al)_m/l_($titch See Menus and Settings (p.
  • Page 50 Compose laps a portion eYou can retake a shot by pressing the ÷ or ,I_ button and return- ing to the previously recorded image screen. eMinor discrepancies rected when the images are stitched together. Repeat ePress the FUNCJSET eA sequence may contain up to 26 images. Use PhotoStitch, a supplied software program, to merge the images on a computer.
  • Page 51 J _m mDm s Dm The autofocus frame (AF frame) indicates the area used to set the focus. Select from among the following three focusing methods. You can have the camera automatically detect the position of a face and use this data to set the focus and exposure* while shooting.
  • Page 52 • The following occurs when [Face Detect] is selected. - The camera displays up to three frames where it has detected a face. At this point, the frame the camera judges to be the main subject appears in white while the others appear in gray.
  • Page 53 mmED m mDm@Dm WE WW It may be difficult to focus on the following types of subjects. eSubjects with extremely low contrast to the surroundings eScenes with a mixture of near and far subjects. eSubjects with extremely bright objects at the center of the composition eSubjects that are moving quickly eSubjects through glass: Try to shoot as close to the glass as possible to reduce the chances of light reflecting back off the glass.
  • Page 54 To Release the AF Lock Press the _/all, • When shooting with the focus lock or AF lock using the LCD monitor, setting [AiAF] to [Off] (p. 49) makes shooting easier since the camera focuses using the center AF frame only. •...
  • Page 55 You can set the exposure and focus separately. This is effective when the contrast is too strong between the subject and background or when a subject is backlit. Turn on the Focus on ;he wish ISO button. • The [] icon will display.
  • Page 56 You can locktheflash exposure so thattheexposure settings a re correctly setregardless ofthe compositionofyour subject. To Release the FE Lock Press the ISO button.
  • Page 57 Metering Methods Appropriate for standard shooting conditions, including backlit scenes. The camera divides images into several zones for metering. It evaluates Evaluative complex lighting conditions, such as the position of the subject, the brightness, the direct light, and the backlighting, and adjusts the settings to the correct exposure for the main subject.
  • Page 58 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 59 You can set the shutter speed to a slow setting to make dark subjects appear brighter. FUNC Menu_ • See Menus and Settings (p. 22). 4" or speed_@. eThe higher the value, the brighter the image and the lower the value, the darker the image.
  • Page 60 • 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. Set IS mode to a setting other than [Off], or shoot with the camera attached to a tripod. Use of the flash may result in an over-exposed this occurs, shoot with the flash set to _'i_.
  • Page 61 lET;i [r_ i li[_ m4,TJli[.],[_a |YI,_;FJI :Fl_l,[.(4 Normally, the [] (Auto) white balance setting selects an optimal white balance. When the [] colors, change the white balance using a setting appropriate for the light source. White Balance Settings Auto Settings are automatically set by the camera Day Light For recording outdoors on a bright day Cloudy...
  • Page 62 Using You can set a custom white balance to obtain the optimal setting for the shooting conditions evaluate an object, such as a piece of white paper or cloth, or a photo-quality gray card that you wish to establish as the standard white color.
  • Page 63 and the exposure compensation 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 64 You can change the look and feel of the pictures you take. My Colors Settings My Colors Off Vivid Neutral Sepia Positive Film Lighter Skin Tone* Darker Skin Tone* 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 65 Setting the Camera This modeallowsyou to adjustthe contrast,sharpness and saturation andthe colorbalancefor red,green,blueandskintones. FUNC. Menu_[]* Colors Off)_[] tom Color) _ 0" See Menus and Settings (p. 22). *Default setting. ÷ to select [Contrast], [Sharpness], tion], [Red], [Green], [Blue] or [Skin 4.
  • Page 66 _JF _ _'_ _ U I_1 £ _;_ You c an shoot images with the original colors transformed. beperformed onmovies aswetl asstill i mages, allowing you to enjoy photographing However, depending appear rough oryou may n ot g et t he expected tophotograph important shoot trial i mages and check the results.
  • Page 67 eThe Color Accent mode will take effect. eThe camera will switch to color input mode and the display will alternate between the original image and the color accent image (using the previ- ously set color). camera to retain appears monitor press eOnly one color can be specified.
  • Page 68 Shooting in the Color Swap Original Color (Before Swapping) Stills: FUNC. Swap). Movies: (Color Swap), See Menus and Settings (p. 22). ( * Default setting. eThe Color Swap mode will take effect. eThe camera will switch to color input mode and the display will alternate between the original image and the color swap image (using the previ- ously set color).
  • Page 69 ii_i Aim ii;e _ame_a;_ i haiii';_ -o_.inai"_i_ ... appears at the press eOnly one color can be specified. eYou can use the * ors that are swapped. • -5: Only takes the color that you want to swap • +5: Also takes colors close to the one that you want to swap camera : appears...
  • Page 70 Changing Original When shooting still images in the Color Accent or Color Swap mode, you can set whether or not to save the original image as well as the transformed one. • When [Save Original] - Only the transformed monitor while shooting in the Color Accent or Color Swap mode.
  • Page 71 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. • The camera automatically processin.q when you shoot at a high ISO speed.
  • Page 72 If the camera shake waming icon ([]) can raise the tSO speed simply by pressing the _,,v record at a shutter speed that avoids the effects of camera shake. (Rec.) Shift] _ [On]/[Off]*. See Menus and Settings (p. 23). * Default setting.
  • Page 73 You can register a function that you often use with the _,,_ button. The following functions can be registered. Menu Item NotAssigned.1 _[_] +/- (Exp.) White Balance Custom WhiteBalance Dg ta Te e-converter "1 Default setting. *2 Sets the sound registered to _], found in the [Shutter Sound] section of the My Camera menu.
  • Page 74 Using the • The setting value of the registered function switches each time the ,B,N button is pressed thereafter. - Aconfguraton tions. - With the [] captured each time you press the _,,_ button. Since a guidance frame does not show in the LCD monitor in this case, please have the white target object or cloth centered in the LCD monitor before pressing the _,,v - With the []...
  • Page 75 [][][]mME[][][]m[]mDWmD[][][][][][][] Your camera is equipped with an Intelligent Orientation sensor that detects the orientation of an image shot with the camera held vertically and automatically viewing it in the LCD monitor. iset Menu [off]. "Default setting. eWhen shoot ng and the Auto Rotate function is set to [On] and the LCD monitor is set to the detailed...
  • Page 76 You can check whether the image is in focus right after it is recorded. eThe recorded image displays for about 2 seconds (or the interval set with the Review function p. 24). Press image is displayed. The number of times the DISP but- ton is pressed depends upon the display settings for the LCD monitor (See below).
  • Page 77 Switching between AF Frames/ Changing the Display Position...
  • Page 78 You can create a new folder at any time and the recorded images will be automatically Create New Folder Auto Create Creates a folder (Set up) Menu See Menus and Settings (p. 23). beside [Create el'_ displays when shooting. The symbol will cease to display after the new folder is created.
  • Page 79 Setting the Day or Time a time in the iiiii_iiiiiiiiiii/iiii displays when the specified time arrives. The symbol will cease to display after the new folder is cre- ated. Up to 2000 images can be saved into one folder. A new folder will automatically number even if you are not creating new folders.
  • Page 80 images select File Number A number assigned managing because Continuous folders *When a blank memory card is used. If a memory card with recorded data is used, the 7-digit number for the last recorded folder and image is compared with the last one on the card, and the larger of the two is utilized as the basis for new images.
  • Page 81 File and Folder 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 2,000 images can be saved into a single folder. New Folder Created Memory Card 1 Continuous...
  • Page 82 I Playback/Erasing You can also use the touch control dial to select images and perform var ous operat ons. See the Basic Guide, pp. 4, 18. Press • _ will display and a magnified portion of the image will display. •...
  • Page 83 Switching between The jump bar will display if you press the zoom lever toward [] playback and you can switch the display between sets of nine images. eUse the ÷ or ,k button to move to the previous or next set of nine images. eHold the FUNC.ISET button down and press the ÷...
  • Page 84 You can organize images into prepared categories (People, Scenery, Events, Category 1-3, To Do). At the category level, you can perform the following. Olmage searches (p. 83) oSlide Show (p. 97) OProtect (p. 102) OErase (p. 105) OConfigure print settings (p. 107) When working with images (for example, compiling a slide show, erasing or printing), it is convenient to categorize images in the [To Do] category.
  • Page 85 When you have many images recorded onto a memory card, it is handy to use the six search keys below to jump over images to find the object of your search. Shot Date My Category Folder Movie By 10 images By 100 images Jumps to the first image of each shooting date.
  • Page 86 Ol_/[]/[]/[]: button to select date, category, folder or movie for playback and press the FUNO.I$ET - The camera will switch to defined playback mode and display a blue frame. You can limit playback to the images corresponding search key. - When a category is selected by the ÷ or 4, button, the first image corresponding LCD monitor.
  • Page 87 Se'ect°'"a" eThe movie will pause if you press the FUNC./SET playback, tt will resume when you press the button again. eWhen playback ends, the movie stops at the last frame displayed. Press the FUNC./SET button to display the movie control panel. eYou can switch between showing/ hiding the playback progress bar with the DISP.
  • Page 88 You can delete portions of recorded movies. * When the shooting **When the shooting Select movie control press eThe movie editing panel and the movie editing bar will display. Beginning) button to specify eTo check a temporarily press the FUNC./$ET eSetecting control panel.
  • Page 89 Depending onthe movie's file size, itmay t ake some time to save a nedited movie. Ifthe battery runs o ut o fcharge partway through, edited movie clips c annot besaved. When editing movies, itisrecommended battery orthe separately (p.134). Images can berotated clockwise Original [] (,,ay) Me.u ".
  • Page 90 You can select the transition effect displayed when switching between images. No transition effect. IThe displayed image darkens and the next image gradually brightens until it is displayed. IPress the ÷ button to have the previous image display from the left and the _ button to have the next image display from the r ght.
  • Page 91 You can correct red eyes in recorded images. However, red eyes may not be automatically may not turn out as you intended. Examples: OFaces near the screen edges or faces that appear extremely small, large, dark or bright in relation to the overall image. OFaces turned to the side or at a diagonal, or faces with a portion hidden.
  • Page 92 Select [New O[New File]: saves the image under a new file name. The original file remains as is. The newly saved image file is saved as the last image of the photographed e[Overwrite]: under the original file name. The original image is overwritten. otf you selected the [New File] image, proceed to Step 5.
  • Page 93 Adding Correction Frames You can add up to a maximum of 35 correction frames.
  • Page 94 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. 62. IVivid []lNeutral []lSep [] B_N Film Positive (Play) See Menus and Settings (p. 23). select ®.
  • Page 95 • 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 may not be achieved.
  • Page 96 In playback mode (including single image playback and index playback), you can attach sound memos (up to one minute) to an image. The sound data is saved in the WAVE format. (Play) See Menus and Settings (p. 23). attach a sound eThe sound memo panel will display.
  • Page 97 IErase [] Select [Erase] inthe confirmation button. You can record a continuous sound memo for up to approximately 2 hours without taking a picture. (Play) Menu_ See Menus and Settings (p. 23). OThe elapsed recording time displays. eYou can use the ÷ or 41, button to change the sampling rate.
  • Page 98 Sound Recorder Use the ÷ or "I, button to select an option and press FUNC./SET. Exit Record Stop Play (Use the ÷ or @ button to select a sound memo and then press the FUNC./SET button.) Rewind (Holding down the FMNC./SET button rewinds. The sound memo cannot be heard while rewinding.) Fast Forward (Holding down the FUNC./SET button fast forwards.
  • Page 99 Automated playback of memory card images. Image settings for slide shows are based on the Digital Print Order Format (DPOF) standard. All Images Date My Category Folder Movies Stills _11-_'_ Custom '1-3 Plays all images on a memory card in order. Plays images bearing a specified date in order.
  • Page 100 Select [Start] eThe following functions are available during slide shows. - Pausing/resuming press the FUNC./SET button - Fast forwarding/rewinding show: press the ÷ or "I_ button (continue to hold the button to switch between images more rapidly) - Stopping the slide show: press the MENU button. Transition You can select the transition effect used when one image is replaced by another.
  • Page 101 Select a date/category/folder to play back (@/_]/1"1)
  • Page 102 Selecting Images 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.
  • Page 103 Adjusting the Play Time and Repeat Settings ePlay Time Sets the duration that each image displays. Choose between 3"-10 seconds, 15 seconds and 30 seconds. Displaying time can vary slightly depending on the image. * Default setting. eRepeat Sets whether the slide show stops when all the slides have been displayed or continues until stopped.
  • Page 104 You can protect important images and movies from accidental erasure. You can configure the protection settings for each Select image singly while viewing them. Select by Date You can protect the images from a specified date. You can protect the images in a specified Select by Category category.
  • Page 105 Seie tthe imag;;idatei ate.o Y ; ide;to protect iiiiiiJ}}iiiiiiiil;i/ .[Select] Use the ÷ or ,_ button to select an mage and press the FUNC/SET button - Pressing the FUNC./SET button again cancels the setting. - You can also protect images in the index playback mode.
  • Page 106 You can play back images on a television with the supplied AV cable. Turn off the Camera Connect camera's minal. eOpen the DIGITAL terminal cover with a fingernail from the lef[ side and plug the AV cable in all the way.
  • Page 107 You can erase i mages from amemory card. Select Erase images Erases Select by Date date. Select by Category Erases Select by Folder Erases All Images Erases (Play) Menu,S. See Menus and Settings (p. 23). Select a menu eProceed to Step 5 if you select [All Images].
  • Page 108 Select image, press e[Select] Use the ÷ or ,_ button to select an image and press the FUNC./SET button. - Pressing the FUNC./SET - You can also erase images in the index playback mode. e[Seleet by Date] [Select by Category] [Select by Folder] Use the ,IF or 4k button to select a date, category or folder and press the FUNC./SET...
  • Page 109 Print Settings/Transfer You can also use the touch control dial to select images and perform various operations. See the Basic Guide, pp. 4, 22. 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 110 Turn mode dial (Print) MenuJJe_Select See Menus and Settings (p. 23). OProceed to Step 4 if you select [Select All Images]. Select image, print press • [Select Images & Qty.] Selection methods differ for the Print Type settings (p. 110). - [] (Standard)ItalY(Both) Use the ÷...
  • Page 111 i! O[Select by Date] [Select by Category] [Select by Folder] Use the 4" or 4, button to select a date, category or folder and press the FUNC./SET button. - Pressing the FUNC./SET again cancels the setting. - You can select multiple dates, categories or folders. - Use the ÷...
  • Page 112 Setting the Print Style After setting the print style, select the image(s) to print. The following print settings can be selected. Print Type Standard* Index II[] Both [_ Date (On/Oft _) File No. (On/Off*) Clear DPOF data (On*lOft') Turn mode (Print) Menu_[Print See Menus and Settings (p.
  • Page 113 • Images with date imprints created by [] Imprint Mode) (p. 40) will have the date imprinted regardless of the [Date] setting. Accordingly, the date may be printed twice if [Date] is set to [On]. • Dates print in the style specified in the [Date/Time] menu (p.
  • Page 114 All the Images on a Memory (Play) Menu_ See Menus and Settings (p. 23). Select [Mark eSelecting [Reset] cancels all trans- fer order settings. Select [OK] • Images are transferred in order according to the file number. • A maximum of 998 images can be selected. Card all] press...
  • Page 115 I Customizing theCamera(MyCameraSettings) images also the touch control dial to select perform various operations. See the Basic Guide, p. 4. 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 116 Images recorded onto the memory card and newly recorded sounds can be added as My Camera settings to the [] items. You can also use the supplied sol_bNare 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 117 See the supplied Software Starter Guide for more information on creating and adding to the My Camera data.
  • Page 118 i Troubleshooting Power is not turned on. Memory card slot/battery cover is open. Battery charge insufficient to operate camera ("Change the battery pack" message displays). Poor contact between camera and battery terminals, The camera's horizontal/ vertical orientation was changed, L','|;I'_ITI[:h'l_l i _I_,vL=]i I_-1[_ The SD memory card's and SDHC memory card's write protect tab is...
  • Page 119 I KP],] [T_331[t_t] LCD monitor is set to Off. ePress the DISP. button to turn on the If [Power Saving] is set to [Display Oft], the power saving function will shut down the LCD monitor while shooting in [] LCD monitor will turn on if a button other than the power switch or shutter button is operated.
  • Page 120 A slow shutter speed has likely been selected because of insufficient lighting. This displays when using a memory card that has print settings, transfer settings or slide show image selections set by other DPOF-comptiant cameras. Camera automatically lightened the image displayed on the LCD monitor to make it easier to see when shooting in a...
  • Page 121 • If reformatting does not work, the memory card logic circuits may be damaged. Consult the nearest Canon Customer Support Help Desk. oSlide the write protect tab of the memory card upward (p. 132). OConfirm the actual image size with the LCD monitor.
  • Page 122 Insufficient light for shooting. The subject is underexposed because the surroundings are too bright, Subject is too far away for flash to reach, Subject is too close, making the flash too strong, The subject is overexposed because the surroundings are too dark.
  • Page 123 Light from the flash has eThis i saphenomenon reflected offdust particles w ith digital cameras orinsects inthe air. T his constitute isparticularly noticeable when s hooting using t he wide a ngle. Light isreflected back from the eyes w hen t he flash isused i ndark areas.
  • Page 124 Memory card slot/battery cover was opened with power on. IL'A The following types of memory cards are used. - Slow recording cards. - Cards formatted on a different camera or a computer. - Cards which have had images recorded and erased repeatedly.
  • Page 125 You attempted toplay back i mages shot with another camera or images edited with a computer. File name was changed with a computer or file location was changed. Some movies shot with another camera cannot be edited. Movies recorded with high recording pixels and frame rates may momentarily stop playing if played on slow reading memory cards.
  • Page 126 Battery is not being used to its full capacity. Battery life exceeded if battery loses its charge quickly at normal temperature (23 °C/73 °F). Battery life exceeded, i Ivl 1 1"I Incorrect video system setting, Shooting in Stitch Assist mode. eSee Battery Handling Precautions (p.
  • Page 127 Camera and printer not eAttach the camera tothe printer properly connected, securely Printer power isoff. Incorrect print connection, with the supplied eTurn o nthe printer. elnthe [] (Set up) m enu, select [Print Method] and select [Auto] (p. 2 7). cable.
  • Page 128 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 129 • The file name could not be created because there is a file with the same name as the folder that the camera is attempting to create, or the highest possible file number has already been reached, tn the Set up menu, set the File Numbering option to [Auto Reset];...
  • Page 130 oYou attempted to rotate an image recorded in a different camera or data type, or an image edited with a computer. oA sound memo cannot be added to this image since the data type of the existing sound memo is incorrect, or the sound memo cannot be played back.
  • Page 131 Check image inplayback the image due tothe This e rror message may a ppear ifyou press because there m ay beaproblem detected anerror. Turn t he power off a nd Note t he number and contact your Canon mode. image.
  • Page 132 I Appendix The following icon and message will display. Battery charge is low. Recharge it as soon as possible if it will be used for an extended period. Keep the battery terminals clean at all times. Dirty terminals may cause poor contact between the battery and camera.
  • Page 133 • Since this is a lithium-ion battery, you need not discharge before recharging. • It takes approximately 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 134 t: l "nl rrn j , Protec Slide the switch Writing/Erasing Possible Memory cards are high-precision bend them, apply force to them, or subject them to shocks or vibration. Do not attempt to disassemble Do not allow dirt, water or foreign objects to contact the terminals on the back of the card.
  • Page 135 • When the camera is malfunctioning, might be the cause. Reformatting the problem. • When a non-Canon reformatting it may solve the problem. • Memory cards formatted in other cameras, computers, or peripheral devices may not operate correctly in this camera.
  • Page 136 It is best to power the camera with AC Adapter Kit ACK-DC30 separately) when you are using it for long periods of time or connecting it to a computer. compact adapter first Connect other power outlet. Open memory slot/battery battery direction of the insert...
  • Page 137 High-Power Flash This flash is used to supplement the subject is too far away for proper illumination. Use the following procedures to affix the camera and High-Power supporting bracket. Please read the instructions explanation. Bracket (Comes with the flash) HF-DC1 the camera's built-in flash when Flash to the accompanying...
  • Page 138 • Before attaching the bracket to the flash, check that the lithium battery (CR123A or DL123) is installed. To illuminate the subjects properly, install the flash so that it is up against the side of the camera and parallel with the camera's front panel.
  • Page 139 camera. These substances INever use thinners, benzine, detergents or equipment. Camera Body Gently wipe dirt off the camera body with a soft cloth or eyeglass lens wiper. Lens First use a lens blower brush to remove dust and dirt, then remove any remaining dirt by wiping the lens lightly with a soft cloth.
  • Page 140 All data is based on Canon's standard testing methods. Subject to change without notice. PowerShot SD850 Camera Effective Pixels Image Sensor Lens Digital Zoom Optical View"finder LCD Monitor AF System Focusing Range Shutter Shutter Speeds Metering System Exposure Compensation IS DIGITAL ELPH/DIGITALIXUS 950 IS (W): Max.
  • Page 141 |SO Speed .1 Auto .2, High ISO Auto .2, ISO 8011001200/4001 800/1600 "1 Standard Output Sensitivity, Recommended *2 Camera automatically White Balance Auto, Day Light, Fluorescent Built-in Flash Auto*, On*, Off * Red-eye reduction, FE Lock and slow synchro Flash Range Normal: (When ISO speed is set to AUTO.) Shooting Modes...
  • Page 142 Superfine, Fine, Normal Compression Number Recording Pixels (Still Images) Small: Widescreen: Number Standard, Color Accent, Color Swap: Recording Pixels (Movies) full* (can record up to a maximum of 4 GB** at one time). Compact: (can record for 3 min.) * Using super high-speed memory cards (SDC- ** Even ifthe clip size has not reached 4 GB, Sound Memo Sampling Rate...
  • Page 143 Sound Recorder (up to 2 hours sound-only recording/ playback possible). Direct Print PictBridge compliant, and Canon Direct Print and Bubble Jet Direct compatible My Camera Settings Start-up image, start-up sound, operation sound, self-timer sound, and shutter sound.
  • Page 144 Power is left off for a sufficient amount of time*, then the power is turned back on and the testing procedure is repeated. eA Canon-brand *Untilthe battery returns to normaltemperature Playback: Normal temperature (23 °C + 2 °C/73 OF+ 3.6 °F), normal relative humidity (50% + 20%), continuous playback at 3 seconds per image.
  • Page 145 3264 x 1832 pixels • Capable of smooth continuous shooting (P 37) when card has been formatted with a low level format • This reflects standard shooting criteria established by Canon may vary according to the subject and shooting conditions and Estimated I'll:...
  • Page 146 Movie Recording Pixe]s Standard (640x460pixels 3olor Accenl [] (320x240pixels Color Swap [] Fast [] Frame Rat_ (320x240pixels Compact (160x 120pixels Time Laps_ (640x480pixels F_*' * I frame/sec.(shootinginterval:1 sec ** 0.5frame/sec.(shootinginterval 2 sec.) • Maximum movie clip length at [_: 1 min., I1_: 3 min., []: figures indicate the maximum continuous recording time.
  • Page 147 Image Data Sizes Recording Pixels (3264 x 2448 pixels) (2592 x 1944 pixels) (2048 x 1536 pixels) (1600 x 1200 pixels) (640 x 480 pixels) (1600 x 1200 pixels) (3264 x 1832 pixels) Standard Color Accent Color Swap Fast Frame Rate Compact [] Time Lapse 1 frame/sec.
  • Page 148 SD Memory Card Interface Dimensions Weight MultiMediaCard Interface Dimensions Weight Battery Pack NB-5L Type Nominal Voltage Typical Capacity Cycle Life Operating Temperatures Dimensions Weight Battery Charger Rated Input Rated Output Charging Time Operating Temperatures Dimensions Weight Compatible with SD memory card standards 32.0 x 24.0 x 2.1 mm (1.26 x 0.94 x 0.08 in.) Approx.
  • Page 149 Compact Power (Included with the separately Rated Input Rated Output Operating Temperatures Dimensions Weight (excluding power cord) U.S.A. and Canada only: The Lithium ion/polymer product is recyclable. Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY how to recycle this battery. Adapter CA-DCIO sold AC Adapter Kit ACK-DC30) 100 - 240 V AC (50/60 Hz) 4.3 V DC, 1.5 A 0- 40 °C (32-...
  • Page 150 I INDEX Numerics 3:2 Guide ... AC Adapter Kit ACK-DC30 Add Frame ... 89 AE Lock ... AF Frame ... 15, 49 AF Lock ... AF-assist Beam ... 24 AiAF ... Auto ISO Shift ... 70 Auto Play (Slide Show) ... 97 Auto Rotate Function ...
  • Page 151 Quick-bright LCD ... Shooting Information Using the LCD Monitor ... 12 Long S hutter Mode ... Macro ... Basic 3, 15 Magnifying ... 80 Memory Card Estimated Capacities ... 143 Formatting ... 29, 133 Handling ... 132 Inserting ... Menu FUNC.
  • Page 152 Sound Recorder Data Rates and Recording Durations (Estimated) Spot AE Point Frame ... 55 Spot Frame ... System Requirements .. Basic 25 Telephoto ... Basic 14 Time Lapse ... 42 Time Zone ... 20, 27 Touch Control Dial ... Basic 4 Transition Effects Playback ...
  • Page 153 If such changes or modifications should be made, you could be required to stop operation of the equipment. Canon U.S.A., Inc. One Canon Plaza, Lake Success, NY 11042, U.S.A. Tel No. (516)328-5600 Canadian Radio Interference This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-gO3.
  • Page 154 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 155 Microsoft Corporation, registered in the US and other countries • Macintosh, the Mac logo, Quick Time and the QuickTime logo are trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc., registered in the US and other countries • The SDHC logo is a trademark Copyright © 2007 Canon Inc. All rights reserved.
  • Page 156 I Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode Configure the settings to the shooting Function Large Medium Medium Recording Medium Pixels Small Postcard Widescreen Movie Super Fine Compression Fine Normal Frame Rate Auto Flash Slow Synchro Red-Eye Macro Mode Infinity Mode AF Lock AE Lock FE Lock...
  • Page 157 Function Digital Tele-Converter Evaluative Metering CenterWeightedAvg. Method Spot Exposure Compensation Exposure Shift Long Shutter White Balance My Colors Save Original ISO Speed Auto ISO Shift(_6) Auto Rotate Auto Category Disp. Overlay IS Mode _,_, button O Setting available. (O Default A Setting can only be selected (Shaded...

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