Canon PowerShot S5 IS User Manual

Canon PowerShot S5 IS User Manual

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CDI-E275-010
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© 2007 CANON INC.
PRINTED IN JAPAN
ENGLISH
Advanced
Camera User Guide
This guide explains camera features and procedures in detail.
Before Using the Camera
Shooting
Using the Mode Dial
Advanced Shooting Functions
Playback/Erasing
Print Settings/Transfer Settings
Customizing the Camera
Troubleshooting
List of Messages
Appendix

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  • Page 1 CDI-E275-010 xxxxxxx © 2007 CANON INC. ENGLISH Advanced Camera User Guide This guide explains camera features and procedures in detail. PRINTED IN JAPAN Before Using the Camera Shooting Using the Mode Dial Advanced Shooting Functions Playback/Erasing Print Settings/Transfer Settings Customizing the Camera...
  • Page 2 EOS cameras when shooting Printing Makes printing easy with the Print/Share button Also supports non-Canon brand PictBridge compliant printers Uses of Recorded Images Effortlessly transfer them to a computer with the Print/Share...
  • Page 3: Conventions Used In This Guide

    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 4: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Items marked with a functions or procedures. Conventions Used in this Guide ....1 Handling Precautions ......6 Please Read.
  • Page 5 Shooting in the Creative Zone......63 Program AE Setting the Shutter Speed Setting the Aperture Manually Setting the Shutter Speed and Aperture Advanced Shooting Functions .
  • Page 6 Rotating Images in the Display..... . .113 Playback with Transition Effects..... .114 Red-Eye Correction Function .
  • Page 7 Replacing the Date Battery ......177 Camera Care and Maintenance ..... 179 Specifications .
  • Page 8: Handling Precautions

    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 9: Safety Precautions

    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 10 Immediately turn the camera power off and remove the camera batteries 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. Warnings Equipment...
  • Page 11 Do not use substances containing alcohol, benzine, thinners or other flammable substances to clean or maintain the equipment. Do not cut, damage, alter or place heavy items on the power cord. Use only recommended power accessories. Remove the power cord on a regular periodic basis and wipe away the dust and dirt that collects on the plug, the exterior of the power outlet and the surrounding area.
  • Page 12 When recharging the Canon AA-size NiMH batteries, use only a specified battery charger. The compact power adapter is designed for exclusive use with this equipment. Do not use it with other products. There is a risk of overheating and distortion which could result in fire or electrical shock.
  • Page 13 Do not get the camera caught on other objects or subject it to strong impacts or shocks when wearing or holding it by the strap. Be careful not to bump or strongly push the end of the lens. The above-mentioned could lead to injury or damage the equipment.
  • Page 14: Preventing Malfunctions

    Do not operate the flash with dirt, dust or other items stuck to the surface of the flash. Be careful not to cover the flash with your fingers or clothing when shooting. The flash may be damaged and emit smoke or noise. The resulting heat build-up could damage the flash.
  • Page 15: Before Using The Camera - Basic Operations

    Before Using the Camera - Basic Operations Using the LCD Monitor and the Viewfinder Pressing the DISP. button switches the display mode. The screens that are displayed are based on the [Custom Display] settings (p. 15). Also, closing the LCD monitor causes the viewfinder to display. Press the DISP.
  • Page 16: Using The Clock

    The LCD monitor on or off setting is retained even after the camera power is turned off. The LCD monitor will not switch to the detailed display in magnified display (p. 104), or index playback mode (p. 105). If the surroundings are too bright (for example, when you are shooting outdoors) and images on the LCD monitor are not clear, use the viewfinder for shooting.
  • Page 17: Customizing Display Information

    Customizing Display Information Shooting Mode You can set 2 display modes to select whether or not to display the following information on the LCD monitor and viewfinder, and switch between displays by pressing the DISP. button LCD/Viewfinder You can select whether or not to display the following information on the LCD monitor ( and viewfinder ( be switched in sequence by pressing the DISP.
  • Page 18 [LCD/Viewfinder] Sets LCD monitor or viewfinder display mode after the DISP. button is pressed. If you do not wish to change the display mode when the DISP. button is pressed, use the button and press the SET button to display You cannot add active LCD/Viewfinder icon.
  • Page 19: Histogram Function

    Histogram Function The histogram is a graph that allows you to check the brightness of an image. You can also display the histogram in the modes to check the brightness while shooting. 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.
  • Page 20: Information Displayed On The Lcd Monitor

    Information Displayed on the LCD Monitor Shooting Information (Shooting Mode) Histogram (p. 17) 3:2 Guide (p. 15) Grid Lines (p. 15) ··· Exposure Compensation White Balance (p. 88) My Colors (p. 91) Bracket (pp. 77, 87) Flash Exposure Compensation (p. 94)/Flash Output (p. 94) Metering Mode (p.
  • Page 21 Shooting Mode (Basic Guide p. 11-13) Save Settings (p. 96) Macro/Super Macro (Basic Guide p. 16) Low Battery (p. 159) Flash (Basic Guide p. 14) (Red) Flash Warning (p. 19) Auto Rotate (p. 99) Rec Movie Recording (p. 50) Spot AE Point Frame (p. 78) AF Frame (p.
  • Page 22 Standard Total number of images Displayed image number Defined Playback (p. 106) WAVE Format Sound (p. 119) Folder Number - File Number Shooting Date/Time Protection Status (p. 128) Compression (Still Images) (p. 39) Recording Pixels (Still Images) (p. 39) Movie (p. 109)
  • Page 23 Detailed Shooting Mode (Basic Guide pp. 11-13) Still image shot while shooting a movie (p. 54) ISO Speed (p. 80) Shutter Speed (p. 181) Aperture Value Recording Pixels/ Frame Rate (Movies)(p. 53) ··· Exposure Compensation (p. 83) Metering Mode (p. 78) White Balance (p.
  • Page 24: Power Saving 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 (information view) or in the viewfinder (information view) - When using the detailed display mode of the Playback mode...
  • Page 25: Setting The World Clock

    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. You can enjoy the convenience of not having to switch the Date/Time settings. Setting the Home/World Time Zones (Set up) Menu SET button.
  • Page 26 (World) Use the time zone As in Step 3, you can set daylight saving time. Use the and the button. SET button. button to select a destination SET button. button to select [Home/World], button to select Time difference from home time zone MENU...
  • Page 27: Menu Button

    Switching to the Destination Time Zone (Set up) Menu SET button. See Menus and Settings (p. 27). Use the MENU button. To change the destination time zone, press the SET button. When you switch to the destination time zone, will display on the LCD monitor.
  • Page 28: Menus And Settings

    Menus and Settings 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. FUNC. Menu Rec., Play, Print, Set up, and My Camera Menus FUNC.
  • Page 29 Rec., Play, Print, Set up and My Camera Menus Convenient settings for shooting, playback or printing can be set with these menus. (Rec.) Menu You can switch between menus with the button when this part is selected. • This example shows the Rec. menu when in •...
  • Page 30: Menu List

    Menu List See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 199). FUNC. Menu The icons shown below are the default settings. White Balance My Colors Bracket Flash Exposure Compensation/Flash Output p. 94 Metering Mode Recording Pixels/Frame Rate (Movie) Compression/Recording Pixels (Still Image) p. 38 Menu Item Reference Page...
  • Page 31 Rec. Menu ( Menu Item FlexiZone Digital Zoom (Still Image) Standard (Movies) Standard Flash Sync 1st-curtain Slow Synchro On/Off Flash Adjust Red-Eye Safety FE Self-timer Delay: 0 - 10 Shots: 1 - 10 Default setting is 3 shots.) Spot AE Point Center Safety Shift On/Off...
  • Page 32 Auto Category IS Mode (Still Image) (Movies) Converter Custom Display Settings LCD/Viewfinder Shooting info. Grid Lines 3:2 Guide Histogram Set Shortcut button Save Settings *1 They are classified according to the following categories. (People): has been selected. (Scenery): (Events): *2 Default setting for LCD monitor 1 and viewfinder display 1. *3 Default setting for LCD monitor 2 and viewfinder display 2.
  • Page 33: Play Menu

    Play Menu ( Reference Menu Item Slide Show p. 123 My Category p. 106 Erase p. 132 Protect p. 128 Red-Eye p. 115 Correction My Colors p. 117 Sound Recorder p. 121 Rotate p. 113 Transfer Order p. 139 Transition p.
  • Page 34 Menu Item Mute Volume Start-up Vol. Operation Vol. Selftimer Vol. Shutter Volume Playback Vol. Options On/Off Set to [On] to silence all operation sounds except for the warning sounds (Basic Guide p. 9). Off / 1 / 2 / 3 / 4 / 5 Adjusts the volume of the start-up sound, operation sound, self-timer sound, shutter sound and playback...
  • Page 35 Menu Item Audio Mic level Auto Level -40 to 0 dB Wind Filter On/Off LCD Brightness Power Saving Auto Power Down On Display Off 10 sec./20 sec./ 30 sec./1 min. 2 min./3 min. Time Zone Home Date/Time Clock Display 0 - 5 20 sec./30 sec./ 1 min./2 min./3 min.
  • Page 36 Canon compact photo printer SELPHY 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 than (however, the connection method cannot be changed while connected to a printer).
  • Page 37: My Camera Menu

    My Camera Menu ( Menu Item Selects a common theme for each Theme My Camera settings item. Sets the image displayed when the Start-up Image camera power is turned on. Sets the sound played when the Start-up Sound camera power is turned on. Sets the sound played when any Operation Sound button other than the shutter button is...
  • Page 38: Resetting Settings To Their Default Values

    Resetting Settings to Their Default Values (Set up) Menu Select [OK] and press the SET button. Settings cannot be reset when the camera is connected to a computer or to a printer. The following cannot be reset. - Shooting mode - The [Time Zone], [Date/Time], [Language] and [Video System] options in the [ - White balance data recorded with the custom white...
  • Page 39: 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. When the icon is displayed, sound data recorded with the sound recorder exists.
  • Page 40: Shooting

    Shooting Changing the Recording Pixels and Compression (Still Images) Shooting Mode FUNC. Menu Pixels) See Menus and Settings (p. 27). * Default setting. Use the recording pixel. settings cannot be made in mode. SET button * Default setting. Use the compression.
  • Page 41 Approximate Values for Recording Pixels Recording Pixels 3264 × 2448 Large pixels 2592 × 1944 Medium 1 pixels 2048 × 1536 Medium 2 pixels 1600 × 1200 Medium 3 pixels 640 × 480 Small pixels 3264 × 1832 Wide pixels * Cannot be used in •...
  • Page 42: Using The Digital Zoom/Digital Tele-Converter

    Using the Digital Zoom/ Digital Tele-Converter Shooting Mode You can combine digital zoom with optical zoom when shooting. The available shooting characteristics and focal lengths (35mm film equivalent) are as follows. Selection Focal Length Standard 36 – 1728 mm 36 – 432 mm 1.6x 57.6 –...
  • Page 43: Digital Zoom

    (Rec.) Menu [Standard] /[Off]/[1.6x]/[2.0x]. See Menus and Settings (p. 27). * Default setting. When using [Standard] See Shooting With the Digital Zoom (p. 41). When using [1.6x] or [2.0x] See Shooting With the Digital Tele-Converter (p. 42). Shooting With the Digital Zoom Press the zoom lever toward The combined digital and optical zoom setting will display in the LCD monitor.
  • Page 44: Setting The Red-Eye Reduction Function

    Adjust the angle of view with the zoom lever and shoot. appears on the LCD monitor. Depending on the number of recording pixels set, image quality may deteriorate ( factor appear in blue). About the Digital Tele-Converter The digital tele-converter feature uses digital zoom to achieve the effects of a tele-converter (a lens used for telephoto shooting).
  • Page 45: Setting The Slow Synchro

    Setting the Slow Synchro Shooting Mode 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. (Rec.) Menu [Off] See Menus and Settings (p. 27). * Default setting.
  • Page 46: Setting The Image Stabilizer Function

    Setting the Image Stabilizer Function Shooting Mode 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. You can check the effect of the IS mode on image blur on the LCD monitor (or viewfinder) since the IS mode Continuous...
  • Page 47 The following icons appear on the LCD monitor. [Shoot [Continuous] Only] If you change the mode dial to shooting mode after setting [IS Mode] to [Shooting] or [Panning] in the still image shooting mode, the setting will change to [Continuous]. Camera shake may not be fully corrected when shooting with slow shutter speeds, such as with evening shots.
  • Page 48: Continuous Shooting

    • (Large/Fine) mode. • 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 49 Press the Each time you press the shooting settings will change. *1 Default setting. is displayed in 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 When in...
  • Page 50: Checking For Focus Right After Shooting

    Checking for Focus Right After Shooting Shooting Mode You can check whether the image is in focus right after it is recorded. Shoot. The recorded image displays for about 2 seconds (or the interval set with the [Review] feature (p. 29)). Press the DISP.
  • Page 51 You can delete an image by pressing the the image is displayed (See Basic Guide p. 20). Pressing the DISP. button will change the display on the LCD monitor as follows. Focus Confirmation→Detailed Display→No Information Switching between AF Frames/ Changing the Display Position Press the MENU button.
  • Page 52: Using The Mode Dial

    Using the Mode Dial Movie Shooting Shooting Mode No matter what position the mode dial is in, you can shoot movies* with just a push of the Movie button. You can select the movie recording pixels and frame rate (p. 53) and shoot with color effects such as Color Accent, Color Swap, and My Colors.
  • Page 53 Press the Movie button to shoot. Shooting starts when the Movie button is pressed. Recording will include sound. During shooting, the recording time and [ Rec] appear on the LCD monitor (or viewfinder). When a face is detected while shooting, the camera will focus on that face.
  • Page 54 You are recommended to use a memory card that has been formatted in your camera to shoot movies (p. 37). 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 (Basic Guide p. 1). - If you press any buttons other than the Movie button, the sound that the buttons make when pressed will be recorded in the movie.
  • Page 55 When movie recording is stopped in any mode dial position except , the still image settings return to the settings before movie shooting began. AE lock (p. 84) and exposure shift, however, are disabled. QuickTime is required to play back movies (Data type: AVI/ Compression method: Motion JPEG) on a computer (Windows 2000 only).
  • Page 56 When priority is on movie length rather than image quality, select this mode compared to a file of the same size shot in the other modes. See Image Data Sizes (Estimated) (p. 188). See Memory Cards and Estimated Capacities (p. 186). Shooting Still Images while Shooting a Movie Shooting Mode...
  • Page 57 The flash will not fire. The ISO speed will be fixed to Auto. The recording pixels of still images taken while shooting movies are fixed at being set to Continuous shooting of still images is not available. Movie shooting may stop when shooting a still image if there is insufficient internal memory available.
  • Page 58: Setting The Recording Function

    Setting the Recording Function Shooting Mode The microphone level (sound recording level) of the movie and sound memos (p. 119) and wind filter setting (p. 121) can be changed. (Set up) menu [Mic Level] * Default setting. When in [Manual] mode, press the button, then set the sound recording level (recording volume) with the button.
  • Page 59: Shooting Panoramic Images (Stitch Assist)

    Shooting Panoramic Images (Stitch Assist) Shooting Mode 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.
  • Page 60 Compose the second image so that it overlaps a portion of the first and shoot. Use the the previous image or retake the recorded images. (When shooting clockwise, you can retake all of the images.) Minor discrepancies in the overlapping portions will be corrected when the images are stitched together.
  • Page 61: Changing The Colors And Shooting

    Changing the Colors and Shooting Shooting Mode You can easily change the colors in an image when it is shot for 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. Before photographing important subjects, we recommend taking trial shots and checking the results.
  • Page 62 Aim the camera so that the color you wish to retain appears at the center of the LCD monitor (or viewfinder) and press the Only one color can be specified. You can use the colors that are retained. -5: Only takes the color that you want to retain. +5: Also takes colors close to the one that you want to retain.
  • Page 63 Use the Swap) ISO button. 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 color you wish to change appears at the center of the LCD monitor (or viewfinder) and press the button.
  • Page 64: 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). (Rec.) Menu [On]/[Off] See Menus and Settings (p.
  • Page 65: Shooting In The Creative Zone

    Shooting in the Creative Zone Shooting Mode You can freely select camera settings such as the shutter speed and aperture value to suit your shooting purposes. After settings are made, shooting procedures are the same as for “ Shooting (Auto Mode)” (Basic Guide p. 11). For information on the relation between the aperture value and shutter speed see p.
  • Page 66: Setting The Shutter Speed

    You can change the combinations of shutter speeds and aperture values without altering the exposure (p. 85). Setting the Shutter Speed Shooting Mode When you set the shutter speed, the camera automatically selects an aperture value to match the brightness. Faster shutter speeds allow you to catch an instantaneous image of a moving subject, while slower speeds create a flowing effect and allow you to shoot without a flash in dark areas.
  • Page 67: Shutter Speed Display

    The aperture value and shutter speed change according to the zoom state as follows. Maximum Wide Angle* Maximum Telephoto* *1 Maximum wide angle setting *2 Maximum telephoto setting The fastest shutter speed for built-in flash synchronization is 1/500 second . The camera automatically resets the shutter speed to 1/500 second or slower, if a faster speed is selected.
  • Page 68: Setting The Aperture

    Shooting Mode The aperture adjusts the amount of light entering through the lens. When you set the aperture, the camera automatically selects a shutter speed to match the brightness. Selecting a lower aperture value (opening the aperture) allows you to blur the background and create a beautiful portrait. A higher aperture value (closing it) brings the entire range from foreground to background into focus.
  • Page 69 Aperture Setting Display The larger the aperture value the smaller the lens opening, allowing less light to enter the camera. F2.7 F3.2 F3.5 F4.0 F4.5 F5.0 F5.6 F6.3 F7.1 F8.0 You can change the combinations of shutter speeds and aperture values without altering the exposure (p.
  • Page 70: Manually Setting The Shutter Speed And Aperture

    Aperture Shooting Mode You can manually set the shutter speed and aperture to shoot images. Use the shutter speed, and use the to select the aperture value, then shoot. When you press the shutter button halfway, the difference between the standard exposure* and the selected exposure appears on the LCD monitor (or viewfinder).
  • Page 71: Advanced Shooting Functions

    Advanced Shooting Functions Selecting an AF Frame Shooting Mode The AF frame indicates the area of the composition on which the camera focuses. You can set the AF frame in the following ways. Face Detect Center *Cannot be set in You can have the camera automatically detect the position of a face and use this data to set the focus and exposure...
  • Page 72 Press the Each time you press the the AF frame settings will switch to the [Face Detect] or [Center] option. When [FlexiZone] is set to [On] (p. 71), [Face Detect] cannot be selected by pressing the [On] in the The AF frame appears as follows when the shutter button is pressed halfway.
  • Page 73: The Menu Button

    Moving the AF Frame When the shooting mode is be moved manually to the desired area (Active Frame Control). (Rec.) Menu See Menus and Settings (p. 27). * Default setting. Press the The AF frame appears in green. When moving the AF frame to the face of the subject, press the MENU button.
  • Page 74: Switching Between Focus Settings

    Switching between Focus Settings Shooting Mode You can set the AF mode. Continuous Single (Rec.) Menu [Continuous] * Default setting. The camera is continually focusing on whatever it is aimed even when the shutter button is not pressed, allowing you to shoot without missing opportunities. This is the default setting.
  • Page 75: Shooting Hard-To-Focus Subjects (Focus Lock, Af Lock, Manual Focus)

    Shooting Hard-to-Focus Subjects (Focus Lock, AF Lock, Manual Focus) Shooting Mode It may be difficult to focus on the following types of subjects. Subjects with extremely low contrast to the surroundings Scenes with a mixture of near and far subjects Subjects with extremely bright objects at the center of the composition Subjects that are moving quickly...
  • Page 76 Aim the camera so that an object at the same focal distance as the main subject is centered in the AF frame. Press the shutter button halfway and press the MF button. and the MF indicator will appear on the LCD monitor (or viewfinder).
  • Page 77: Shooting In Manual Focus Mode

    Shooting in Manual Focus Mode The focus can be manually set. Use the while holding down the MF button. and the MF indicator are displayed. When the (Rec.) menu’s [MF- Point Zoom] is set to [On], the portion of the image in the AF frame will appear magnified * When using while displaying the image on a TV, the display magnification is not...
  • Page 78 with the Auto Focus First, manual focus is used to roughly focus, then from that focus position the camera automatically focuses more accurately. You can use two methods. Using the SET Button This allows you to confirm the automatic focusing position before shooting.
  • Page 79: Focus Bracketing (Focus-Bkt Mode)

    You cannot change the AF frame setting while focusing manually. Cancel the manual focus mode, then change the AF frame setting. Focus Bracketing Shooting Mode The camera automatically takes three shots: one at the manual focus position, and one each with focus positions preset farther and nearer.
  • Page 80: Switching Between Metering Modes

    Press the FUNC. button and shoot the image with manual focus (p. 75). To Cancel the Focus-BKT Mode: Select (BKT-Off) in Step 1. Switching between Metering Modes Shooting Mode Evaluative Center- Weighted Average Spot AE Point Center AF Point FUNC. Menu * Default setting.
  • Page 81 Moving the Spot AE Point to the AF Frame/ Centering the Spot AE Point (Rec.) Menu See Menus and Settings (p. 27). Return to the shooting screen and press button to select [Center]. (Rec.) Menu [Center] /[AF Point]. See Menus and Settings (p. 27). * Default setting.
  • Page 82: Adjusting The Iso Speed

    Adjusting the ISO Speed Shooting Mode Raise the ISO speed when you wish to reduce the effects of shaking hands and shoot with the flash off in a dark area or when you wish to reduce the effects of a moving subject and raise the shutter speed.
  • Page 83: Adjusting The Iso Speed Quickly (Auto Iso Shift)

    1600 – : Available * : Default setting. When the shooting modes cannot be set the ISO speed, the ISO speed will be fixed to Auto. When the camera is set to shutter button halfway, the camera will set and display the ISO speed.
  • Page 84 Press the shutter button halfway. appears and the will blink blue (however, when the viewfinder display, the will not blink). Press the shutter button halfway. When the button lights, press the shutter button all the way. When you press the button is still pressed halfway, the ISO speed returns to its original setting.
  • Page 85: Adjusting The Exposure Compensation

    Adjusting the Exposure Compensation Shooting Mode 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 86: Locking The Exposure Setting (Ae Lock)

    Locking the Exposure Setting (AE Lock) Shooting Mode 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. You must set the flash to the flash fires.
  • Page 87 Changing Shutter Speed and Aperture Value Combinations Automatically selected combinations of shutter speeds and aperture values can be freely changed without altering the exposure (Program Shift). Focus on the subject on which you wish to lock the exposure. Press the ISO button while pressing the shutter button halfway.
  • Page 88: Shooting With Fe Lock

    Shooting with FE Lock Shooting Mode You can obtain the correct exposure regardless of the location of your subject in the composition. Raise the flash. Press the When an external flash is attached, refer to the manual for your flash. Focus on the part of the subject on which you wish to lock the flash exposure setting.
  • Page 89: Auto Exposure Bracketing (Aeb Mode)

    Auto Exposure Bracketing (AEB Mode) Shooting Mode In this mode, the camera automatically changes the exposure within a set range to take three shots as the same interval as continuous shooting (p. 46). The images are shot in the following order: Standard exposure, underexposure and overexposure.
  • Page 90: Adjusting The Tone (White Balance)

    Adjusting the Tone (White Balance) Shooting Mode Normally, the white balance. When the looking colors, change the white balance using a setting appropriate for the light source. FUNC. Menu * Default setting. Use the white balance setting and press the FUNC.
  • Page 91 The white balance setting cannot be adjusted when is selected for My Colors. Using the Custom White Balance You can set a custom white balance to obtain the optimal setting for the shooting conditions by having the camera 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 92 You are recommended to set the shooting mode to and the exposure compensation setting to zero (±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).
  • Page 93: Shooting In A My Colors Mode

    Shooting in a My Colors Mode Shooting Mode You can change the look of an image when it is shot. My Colors Settings My Colors Off Records normally. Emphasizes the contrast and color saturation to Vivid record bold colors. Tones down the contrast and color saturation to Neutral record neutral hues.
  • Page 94 FUNC. Menu * Default setting. Use the Colors mode. Mode See Setting the Camera to a Custom Color Mode (p. 92). Modes other than Press the FUNC. button. The display will return to the shooting screen and you can shoot. Shoot.
  • Page 95: Switching Between Flash Adjustment Settings Shooting

    Use the [Contrast], [Sharpness], [Saturation], [Red], [Green], [Blue] or [Skin Tone] and The altered color will display. Press the SET button. This completes the setting. Switching between Flash Adjustment Settings Shooting Shooting Mode Although the built-in flash and an externally mounted flash with automatic flash adjustments (except in the possible to set them so that it fires without any adjustments.
  • Page 96: Compensating The Flash Adjustment/Flash Output

    Compensating the Flash Adjustment/ Flash Output Shooting Mode Flash Exposure Compensation Flash Output FUNC. Menu Output). See Menus and Settings (p. 26). * Default setting. Adjust the compensation/output using the the FUNC. button. • When the shooting mode is set to when [Flash Adjust] is set to [Auto] (p.
  • Page 97: Switching The Timing At Which The Flash Fires

    Switching the Timing at which the Flash Fires Shooting Mode The flash fires right after the shutter opens, regardless of 1st-curtain the shutter speed. Usually, the 1st-curtain is used when shooting. The flash fires right before the shutter closes. Compared with the 1st-curtain, the flash fires later and allows you to 2nd-curtain shoot images in which, for example, a car’s taillights...
  • Page 98: Saving Custom Settings

    Saving Custom Settings Shooting Mode You can save frequently used shooting modes and various shooting settings to the shoot images with previously saved settings by simply turning the mode dial to . Settings that are not memorized when the shooting mode is changed or when the power is turned off (such as continuous shooting or self-timer) are also remembered.
  • Page 99: Registering Settings To The Shortcut Button

    Registering Settings to the Shortcut Button Shooting Mode One frequently used function can be registered to the You can register the following functions. Menu Item Not Assigned Light Metering White Balance Custom White Balance * Default setting. Registering a Function (Rec.) Menu See Menus and Settings (p.
  • Page 100 To Cancel the shortcut button: Select in Step 2. Using the Shortcut Button Press the Each press of the between setting values of the registered function. - For appears. - For , a white balance reading is taken when you press the displayed, so center the piece of white paper or cloth in the LCD monitor before pressing the button.
  • Page 101: Setting The Auto Rotate Function

    Setting the Auto Rotate Function Shooting Mode 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. (Set up) Menu [On] /[Off].
  • Page 102: Creating An Image Destination (Folder)

    Creating an Image Destination (Folder) Shooting Mode You can create a new folder at any time and the recorded images will be automatically saved to that folder. Create Creates a new folder the next time you shoot images. To create an additional folder, insert the check mark again. Folder You can also specify a date and time if you wish to create a Auto...
  • Page 103 Setting the Day or Time for Automatic Folder Creation Select a day for the [Auto Create] option and a time in the [Time] option displays in the LCD monitor (or viewfinder) when the specified time arrives. The symbol will cease to display after the new folder is created.
  • Page 104: Resetting The File Number

    Resetting the File Number Shooting Mode The images you shoot are automatically assigned file numbers. You can select how the file number is assigned. (Set up) Menu [Continuous] * Default setting. File Number Reset Function A number one higher than the last one recorded is assigned to the next image.
  • Page 105 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. New Folder Created Memory Card 1 Continuous...
  • Page 106: Playback/Erasing

    Playback/Erasing Please also see the Basic Camera User Guide (p. 20). Viewing Magnified Images Press the zoom lever toward will display and a magnified portion of the image will display. You can change the magnification level with the zoom lever. Images can be magnified up to a factor of approximately 10x.
  • Page 107: 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 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 button while in index playback and you can...
  • Page 108: Organizing Images By Category (My Category)

    Organizing Images by Category (My Category) You can organize images into prepared categories (People, Scenery, Events, Category 1–3, To Do). Category information recorded with the [Auto Category] function (p. 30) can also be edited. At the category level, you can perform the following. •...
  • Page 109: 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. Shot Date My Category Folder Movie By 10 images By 100 images Jumps over 100 images at a time.
  • Page 110: Display The Images

    Display the Images. - Press the - Press the MENU button to return to single image playback. Use the date, category, folder or movie for playback and press the SET button. - The camera will switch to defined playback mode and play back only images corresponding to the search key.
  • Page 111: Viewing Movies

    Viewing Movies Movies cannot be played in the index playback mode. Display a movie and press the SET button. Images with a are movies. The movie control panel appears. Select (Play) and press the SET button. The movie will pause if you press the SET button during playback.
  • Page 112: Operating The Movie Control Panel

    Operating the Movie Control Panel Returns to single image playback Print (An icon will display when a printer is connected. See the Direct Print User Guide for details.) Play Slow Motion (You can use the button to speed up playback.) Displays the first frame Previous Frame (Rewinds if the SET button is held down.) Next Frame (Fast Forwards if the SET button is held down.)
  • Page 113: 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 cannot be edited. Select (Edit) in the movie control panel and press the SET button.
  • Page 114 Select [New File] or [Overwrite] and press the SET button. [New File] saves the edited movie under a new file name. The pre-edit data is left unchanged. Note, if you press the SET button while saving the movie, saving is cancelled. [Overwrite] saves the edited movie with its original name.
  • Page 115: Rotating Images In The Display

    Rotating Images in the Display Images can be rotated clockwise 90° or 270° in the display. Original (Play) Menu See Menus and Settings (p. 27). Use the rotate and press the SET button to rotate it. Cycle through the 90°/270°/original orientations with each press of the SET button.
  • Page 116: 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 the left and the the right. (Play) Menu * Default setting.
  • Page 117: Red-Eye Correction Function

    Red-Eye Correction Function You can correct red eyes in recorded images. However, red eyes may not be automatically detected in some images or the results may not turn out as you intended. Examples: Faces near the screen edges or faces that appear extremely small, large, dark or bright in relation to the overall image.
  • Page 118 Select [New File] or [Overwrite] and press the SET button. [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 images. [Overwrite]: saves the new image under the original file name.
  • Page 119: Adding My Colors Effects

    Adding Correction Frames You can add up to a maximum of 35 correction frames. Use the select [Add Frame] and press the SET button. Use the frame and press the SET button. You can change the size of the frame with the zoom lever. Adding My Colors Effects You can add effects to recorded images (stills only) using the My Colors function.
  • Page 120 (Play) Menu Use the and press the SET button. Use the Colors type, and press the SET button. The displayed image will reflect the My Colors effect. You can press the zoom lever toward to check the image at a higher magnification.
  • Page 121: Attaching Sound Memos To Images

    Press the MENU button and select [Yes] or [No], then press the SET button. Selecting [Yes] displays the image transformed with the My Colors effect, while [No] returns you to the Play menu. The My Colors function will not work if there is insufficient space on the memory card.
  • Page 122 Use the and press the SET button. The elapsed time and the remaining time display. Pressing the SET button pauses the recording. Pressing it again resumes recording. Up to 1 minute of recordings can be added to any one image. The sound mode can be changed (p.
  • Page 123: Sound-Only Recording (Sound Recorder)

    Sound-Only Recording (Sound Recorder) You can record sound only, without images, for up to two hours at one time. (Play) Menu See Menus and Settings (p. 27). Select (Record) and press the SET button. Recording time will be displayed. Use the sample rate.
  • Page 124 Sound Recorder Panel Use the Exit Record Pause Play (Use the button.) Rewind (Hold the SET button to rewind (no sound plays).) Fast Forward (Hold the SET button to fast forward (no sound plays).) Erase (Select [Erase] or [Erase All] and in the confirmation screen press the SET button.) Protect (You can protect important sounds from accidental erasure.
  • Page 125: 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. 182). All Images Date My Category Folder Movies Stills Custom 1-3 (Play) Menu See Menus and Settings (p.
  • Page 126: Transition Effects

    Select [Start] and press the SET button. The following functions are available during slide shows. - Pausing/resuming the slide show: press the SET button. - Fast forwarding/rewinding the slide show: press the (continue to hold the button to switch between images more rapidly).
  • Page 127 Select a date/category/folder to playback ( Select button. Use the category/folder to play back and press the SET button. Pressing the SET button again cancels the setting. You can select multiple dates, categories, or folders. They will play back in the order you select them.
  • Page 128 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.
  • Page 129 Adjusting the Play Time and Repeat Settings Play Time Sets the duration that each image displays. Choose between – 10 seconds, 15 seconds and 30 seconds. (Displaying time can vary slightly depending on the image.) * Default setting. Repeat Sets whether the slide show stops when all the slides have been displayed or continues until stopped.
  • Page 130: Protecting Images

    Protecting Images You can protect important images and movies from accidental erasure. Select Select by Date Select by Category Select by Folder All Images (Play) Menu Select a method and press the SET button. If you select [All Images], proceed to Step 5.
  • Page 131 Select the image, date, category or folder to protect and press the SET button. [Select] Use the image and press the SET button. - Pressing the SET button again cancels the setting. - You can also protect images in the index playback mode.
  • Page 132: Viewing Images On A Tv Set

    Select [Protect] and press the SET button. Selecting [Unlock] cancels protection of the selected image and returns you to Step 2. Selecting [Stop] cancels selection of the protected image and returns you to Step 2. You may cancel the operation by pressing the SET button during [Protect] mode.
  • Page 133: Power On The Camera

    Plug the other ends of the Stereo/Video Cable into the VIDEO IN and AUDIO IN jacks on the TV. Turn on the TV and switch it to Video mode. Power on the camera. The video output signal can be switched (NTSC or PAL) to accommodate different regional standards (p.
  • Page 134: Erasing Images

    Erasing Images You can erase images from a memory card. Select Select by Date Select by Category Select by Folder All Images Note that erased images cannot be recovered. Exercise adequate caution before erasing an image. Protected images cannot be erased with this function. (Play) Menu Select an option and press the SET button.
  • Page 135 Select images, a date, a category or a folder and press the SET button. [Select] Use the SET button. - Pressing the SET button again cancels the setting. - You can also protect images in the index playback mode. [Select by Date] [Select by Category] [Select by Folder] Use the and press the SET button.
  • Page 136: Print Settings/Transfer Settings

    Print Settings/Transfer Settings Setting the DPOF Print Setting 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 137 Select the image, date, category or folder to print and press the SET button. [Select Images & Qty.] Selection methods differ for the Print Type settings (p. 137). - Standard( Use the image, press the SET button and use the the number of print copies (up to 99).
  • Page 138 For the [Select by Date], [Select by Category] and [Select by Folder] options, press the MENU button. Select [OK] and press the SET button. Selecting [Cancel] cancels print settings of the selected image and returns you to Step 1. The output of some printers or photo developing services may not reflect the specified print settings.
  • Page 139: Setting The Print Style

    Setting the Print Style After setting the print style, select the images for printing. The following settings can be selected. Standard Print Index Type Both Date (On/Off File No. (On/Off Clear DPOF data (On /Off) (Print) Menu SET button. See Menus and Settings (p. 27). Use the [Date], [File No.] or [Clear DPOF data] and then use the...
  • Page 140 The Date and File No. settings change according to the Print Type as follows. - [Index]: [Date] and [File No.] cannot be set to [On] at the same time. - [Standard] or [Both]: [Date] and [File No.] can be set to [On] at the same time, however, the printable information may vary between printers.
  • Page 141: 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 Digital Print Order Format (DPOF) standards.
  • Page 142 Use the transfer and press the SET button. Pressing the SET button again deselects the setting. You can also select images in the index playback mode. All the Images on a Memory Card Select [Mark all] and press the SET button. Selecting [Reset] cancels all transfer order settings.
  • Page 143: Customizing The Camera (My Camera Settings)

    Customizing the Camera (My Camera Settings) My Camera allows you to customize the start-up image and startup, operation, self-timer and shutter sounds. You can change and register these settings, enabling you to customize the camera to suit your own tastes. Changing My Camera Settings (My Camera) Menu See Menus and Settings (p.
  • Page 144: 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 [ items. 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 145 Select an image or record a sound. Start-up Image Use the image you wish to register and press the SET button. Start-up, Operation, Self-timer and Shutter Sounds Select (Record) and press the SET button. After recording, select (Register) and press the SET button.
  • Page 146: Troubleshooting

    (Basic Guide p. 5). Reload the batteries in the correct direction (Basic Guide p. 5). Use only unused AA-size alkaline batteries or Canon AA-size NiMH batteries (p. 159). Replace the camera batteries with four unused or fully charged batteries (Basic Guide p. 5).
  • Page 147: When The Power Is Turned On

    When the power is turned on “Card locked!” message appears. The SD memory card or SDHC memory card’s write protect tab is set to “Write protect”. The Date/Time menu appears. The lithium coin battery charge is low. LCD monitor/Viewfinder Camera screen is black at start-up Incompatible image has been selected as the startup image in the My...
  • Page 148 Display flickers. Display flickers when shot under fluorescent lighting. A bar of light (red, purple) appears on the LCD Monitor Sometimes appears when shooting a bright subject, such as the sun or other light source. appears. A slow shutter speed has likely been selected because of insufficient lighting.
  • Page 149: Shooting

    Noise displays./Subject’s movements are irregular. Camera automatically lightened the image displayed on the LCD monitor (or viewfinder) to make it easier to see when shooting in a dark area (p. 13). Shooting Camera will not record. Camera is in Playback or computer/printer connection mode.
  • Page 150: Image Is Blurred Or Out Of Focus

    Format the memory card (p. 37). 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. 161). Confirm the procedures in “...
  • Page 151 Subject is too far away for flash to reach. 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 152 White dots appear on the image. Light from the flash has reflected off dust particles or insects in the air. This is particularly noticeable when shooting using the wide angle or when you increase the aperture value in the aperture- priority mode.
  • Page 153: Shooting Movies

    Lens will not retract. Memory card slot cover/ battery cover was opened with power on. The mode was switched from shooting to playback mode. Shooting Movies The recording time may not display properly or shooting may stop unexpectedly. The following types of memory cards are used.
  • Page 154: Playback

    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. Movies cannot be edited. Some movies shot with another camera cannot be edited. Movies do not play back correctly.
  • Page 155: Battery

    (p. 37). See Battery Handling Precautions (p. 159). Use only unused AA-size alkaline batteries or Canon AA-size NiMH batteries (p. 159). If shooting in a cold location, warm the batteries such as by placing them in your pocket before using them.
  • Page 156: Tv Monitor Output

    If using Canon AA-size NiMH batteries As the batteries have not been used for over a year, their recharging capacity has decreased. Battery life has been exceeded. TV monitor output Image is distorted or not showing on TV monitor. Incorrect video system setting.
  • Page 157: List Of Messages

    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 158 Change the batteries Battery charge is insufficient to operate the camera. Replace 4 batteries immediately with unused AA-size alkaline batteries or fully charged Canon AA-size NiMH batteries. Also refer to Battery Handling Precautions (p. 159). No image No images recorded on memory card.
  • Page 159 Cannot magnify! You attempted to magnify an image recorded in a different camera or data type, an image edited with a computer, or a movie. Cannot rotate You attempted to rotate an image recorded in a different camera or data type, an image edited with a computer. Incompatible WAVE A sound memo cannot be added to this image since the data type of the existing sound memo is incorrect, or the sound memo...
  • Page 160 (xx: number) Camera detected an error. Turn the power off and then back on, then shoot or play back. A problem exists if the error code reappears. Note the number and contact your Canon Customer Support Help Desk. If an error code displays directly after taking a picture, the shot may not have been recorded.
  • Page 161: Appendix

    When using the camera under low temperature conditions or over long periods, you are recommend to use of Canon AA-size NiMH batteries (sold separately). Camera operating time may shorten at low temperatures when alkaline batteries are used.
  • Page 162 Before installing the batteries, wipe the battery terminals well with a dry cloth. If the battery terminals are soiled with oil from one’s skin or other dirt, the number of recordable images may be considerably diminished, or the amount of time the camera can be used reduced. At low temperatures, battery performance may be reduced and the low battery icon ( Under these conditions, restore the battery performance by...
  • Page 163: Handling The Memory Card

    Handling the Memory Card SD Memory Card or SDHC Memory Card Write Protect Tab Write Protect Tab Slide the switch Writing/Erasing Possible Cautions When Handling Memory cards are high-precision electronic devices. Do not bend them, apply force to them, or subject them to shocks or vibration.
  • Page 164 • 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 165: Using The Power Kits (Sold Separately)

    Using the Power Kits (Sold Separately) Using Rechargeable Batteries (Battery and Charger Kit CBK4-300) This kit includes a battery charger and four rechargeable AA-size NiMH (nickel metal hydride) batteries. Charge batteries as shown below. • After inserting the batteries, plug the charger (CB-5AH) into an outlet, or attach the power cord to the charger (CB-5AHE, not shown) and plug the other end into an outlet.
  • Page 166 The CB-5AH/CB-5AHE battery charger can only be used to charge Canon AA-size NiMH Battery NB-3AH and NB- 2AH. Please do not attempt to charge any other type of battery. Do not mix batteries with different purchase dates or different charge states. When recharging batteries, always recharge all 4 of them at the same time.
  • Page 167 Replace them with new batteries. If you are purchasing new batteries, look for Canon AA-size NiMH batteries. Leaving batteries in the camera or charger may result in damage from battery leakage. When not in use, remove the batteries from the camera or charger and store them in a cool, dry location.
  • Page 168: Sold Separately

    Using a Compact Power Adapter Kit (Sold Separately) You should use the separately sold Compact Power Adapter CA- PS700 when using the camera for long periods of continuous use or for connecting to a computer or printer. Turn the camera power off (Basic Guide p. 7) before connecting or disconnecting the compact power adapter.
  • Page 169: Using Conversion Lenses (Sold Separately)

    Using Conversion Lenses (Sold Separately) When attaching the Wide Converter WC-DC58A, Tele-converter TC- DC58B, and Close-up Lens 500D (58mm) (each sold separately) you also need the Conversion Lens Adapter LA-DC58E (included with the separately sold Lens Adapter/Hood Kit LAH-DC20). When attaching the wide converter, tele-converter or close-up lens, be sure to screw it on securely.
  • Page 170 Close-up Lens 500D (58mm) This lens makes macro shooting easy. You can take normal shots 28 to 50 cm (11 in. – 1.6 ft.) between the front of the lens and the subject with wide-angle and 35 to 50 cm (1.1 – 1.6 ft.) with telephoto in macro mode.
  • Page 171 Attaching a Lens/Lens Hood Be sure that the camera is turned off. Press the ring release button and hold it down, and turn the ring in the direction of the arrow (a). When mark on the camera and the mark on the ring are aligned, pull off the ring (b).
  • Page 172 Set the lens or lens hood on the adapter, and turn it in the indicated direction to attach it securely. Completely remove all dust and dirt from conversion lenses with a lens blower brush before use. The camera may focus on any dirt that remains. Be careful when handling the lenses since it is easy to get finger prints on them.
  • Page 173 Converter Settings Set up when shooting using the [IS Mode] (p. 44) by attaching the Wide Converter WC-DC58A, Tele-converter TC-DC58B or Close- Up lens 500D (58mm), sold separately. (Rec.) Menu [WC-DC58A]/[TC-DC58B]/[500D]. * Default setting. Select the attached lens. When you remove the lens from the camera, return the converter setting to [Off].
  • Page 174: Using An Externally Mounted Flash (Sold Separately)

    Please check the manual for your flash. * Certain functions noted in the manuals for the Canon Speedlite 220EX, 430EX and 580EX II cannot be performed when mounted on this camera. Please read this guide before using one of these flashes on the camera.
  • Page 175 (Flash) setting. * You can also use 380E, 420E, 550EX and 580EX. Other Canon Flashes - Since other flashes fire at full strength, set the shutter speed and aperture accordingly. You are recommended to set the white balance to (Flash) to shoot.
  • Page 176 Press the shutter button halfway. The flash is charged when its pilot lamp lights up. Press the shutter button all the way to shoot the image. For continuous shooting, the flash can be in quick flash mode (pilot lamp lit green). In this case, light emission may be smaller than with full flash (pilot lamp lit red).
  • Page 177 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. Please read the instructions accompanying the flash along with this explanation.
  • Page 178 The High-Power Flash will not fire under the following circumstances. - When shooting in - When [Flash Sync] is on [2nd-curtain] - When [Flash Adjust] is on [Manual] The flash charge time will lengthen as the battery charge gets weaker. Always set the power/mode switch to off when you finish using the flash.
  • Page 179: Replacing The Date Battery

    Batteries Charge becomes Severely Limited If the battery usage time has considerably diminished, wipe the battery terminals well with a dry cloth. The terminals may be dirty from fingerprints. Usage in Cold Temperatures Get a spare generic lithium battery (CR123A or DL123). You are recommended to place the spare battery in your pocket to warm it up before switching it for the battery in the flash.
  • Page 180 Remove the AA-size batteries, then pull out the battery holder by hooking your fingernail under the center of the battery holder edge. Remove the battery by pulling it up in the direction indicated by the arrow. Insert a new battery with the (+) side facing Replace the battery holder and close the memory card slot/battery cover.
  • Page 181: 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 182: Specifications

    Specifications All data is based on Canon’s standard testing methods. Subject to change without notice. PowerShot S5 IS Camera Effective Pixels Image Sensor Lens Digital Zoom Viewfinder LCD Monitor AF System Focusing Range (From end of lens) Shutter : Approx. 8.0 million : 1/2.5-inch type CCD...
  • Page 183 Shutter Speeds : 15 – 1/3200 sec. Image Stabilization : Lens-shift type Metering System : Evaluative Exposure : ± 2.0 stops in 1/3-stop increments Compensation ISO Speed : Auto (Standard Output Sensitivity, Recommended Exposure Index) White Balance : Auto, Day Light, Cloudy, Tungsten, Built-in Flash : Auto, on, off Built-in Flash Range : Normal: 50 cm –...
  • Page 184 Recording Media File Format Data Type Compression : Hot shoe flash-sync contacts Use of the following external flashes is recommended: Canon Speedlite 220EX, 430EX and 580EX II. : Auto Creative zone: Program, Shutter-speed priority, Aperture priority, Image zone: Portrait, Landscape, Night Snapshot, Sports,...
  • Page 185 Number of (Still : Large Recording images) Pixels (Movies) : 640 × 480 pixels (30 frames/sec.) Audio : Quantization Bit Rate: 16 bit Playback Modes : Single (histogram displayable), Index (9 3264 × 2448 pixels Medium 1 : 2592 × 1944 pixels Medium 2 : 2048 ×...
  • Page 186 , 3:2 guide * You can enable/disable display of this information for each of the display locations. : PictBridge compliant, and Canon Direct Print and Bubble Jet Direct compatible sound, self-timer sound, and shutter sound : USB 2.0 Hi-Speed (mini-B)
  • Page 187: Battery Capacity

    Power is left off for a sufficient amount of time the power is turned back on and the testing procedure is repeated. • 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...
  • Page 188 • : Capable of smooth continuous shooting (p. 46) (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. : Card included with the camera...
  • Page 189: Recording Times

    Movie Recording Pixels/ Modes Frame Rate 640 × 480 pixels/ 30 frames/sec. 640 × 480 pixels/ 30 frames/sec. (LP) 320 × 240 pixels/ 60 frames/sec. 320 × 240 pixels/ 30 frames/sec. * The figures indicate the maximum continuous recording time. Estimated Sound Recorder File Sizes and Recording Times Sound Size...
  • Page 190 Image Data Sizes (Estimated) Recording Pixels 3264 × 2448 pixels 2592 × 1944 pixels 2048 × 1536 pixels 1600 × 1200 pixels 640 × 480 pixels 3264 × 1832 pixels Modes Recording Pixels 640 × 480 pixels 640 × 480 pixels 320 ×...
  • Page 191 NiMH Battery NB-3AH (Supplied with the separately sold NiMH Battery NB4-300 set or the Battery and Charger Kit CBK4-300) AA-size rechargeable nickel metal hydride Type battery Nominal Voltage 1.2 V DC Typical Capacity 2500 mAh (min.: 2300 mAh) Cycle Life Approx.
  • Page 192 Compact Power Adapter CA-PS700 (Sold Separately) Rated Input Rated Output Operating Temperatures Dimensions Weight Wide Converter WC-DC58A (Sold Separately) Magnification Focal Length* Lens Composition Focusing Range* Thread Diameter Dimensions Diameter × Length Weight Tele-converter TC-DC58B (Sold Separately) Magnification Focal Length* Lens Composition Focusing Range* Thread Diameter...
  • Page 193 Diameter × Length Weight Approx. 60 g (2.1 oz.) *3 When mounted on PowerShot S5 IS (Max. wide angle) *4 From front of the mounted converter during normal shooting. *5 Conversion Lens Adapter LA-DC58E is required when mounted on PowerShot S5 IS *6 When mounted on PowerShot S5 IS (Max.
  • Page 194: Index

    INDEX Numerics 1st-curtain ... 95 2nd-curtain ... 95 3:2 Guide ... 18 AE Lock ... 84 AEB Mode ... 87 AF Frame ... 19 AF frame ... 69 AF Lock ... 74 AF Mode ... 72 AF-assist Beam ... 29, 148 Aperture Value ...
  • Page 195 DIGITAL ...Basic 28 Erasing ...132 Single Image ...Basic 20 Evaluative ...78 Exposure ...83, 84 Face Detect ...69 FE Lock ...86 File No..137 File Number ...20, 102 Fireworks ...Basic 12 Flash ...Basic 14 Flash Adjustment ...93 Flash Fires ...95 Flash Output ...94 Focus ...48, 69, Basic 9 Focus Lock ...73 Focus-BKT ...77...
  • Page 196 Memory card Inserting ... Basic 5 Memory Cards and Estimated Capacities ... 186 MENU ... 27, Basic 3 Menu FUNC. Menu ... 26, 28 Menus and Settings ... 26, 27 My Camera Menu ... 35 Play Menu ... 27, 31 Print Menu ...
  • Page 197 Safety FE ...67 Safety Shift ...67 Safety Zoom ...41 Save Original ...62 Self-Timer ...Basic 18 Selftimer Vol..32 Set up Menu ...32 Setting the Date/Time ...Basic 8 Shooting Information ...18 Shooting Mode ...Basic 11 Functions Available ...199 Image Zone ...Basic 11 Shortcut ...97 Shutter Button Fully ...Basic 10...
  • Page 198 MEMO...
  • Page 199 • 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 200: 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.
  • Page 201: Functions Available In Each Shooting Mode

    Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode The following chart shows the functions and settings available in each shooting mode. Large Medium 1 Recording Medium 2 Pixels (Still Medium 3 Image) Small Wide Super Fine Compression Fine Normal Movie Recording Pixels/ Frame Rate Auto Flash...
  • Page 202 +/- (Flash) Flash Output 1st-curtain Flash Sync 2nd-curtain Face Detect AF Frame Center Continuous Focus Settings Single AF Lock Manual Focus MF-Point Zoom AF-assist Beam Macro/Super Macro Digital Zoom Digital Tele-converter Safety Shift Safety FE Exposure Compensation Exposure Shift ISO Speed (19) White Balance Evaluative...
  • Page 203 Bracket Focus-BKT My Colors Save Original Reverse Disp. Custom Display IS Mode Auto Rotate Auto Category : Setting available ( : Default setting) setting) –: Setting selection is not possible. • (Shaded Area): Setting is retained even when the camera power is shut off. (1) The recording pixels and frame rates for the (2) This will be set to [Flash off] when the flash is lowered to close.

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