Page 1 Camera User Guide • Before use, be sure to read this guide, including the safety precautions. • This guide will familiarize you with how to use the camera correctly. • Keep the guide handy for future reference. ENGLISH...
Page 2: Package Contents
Package Contents Before use, make sure the following items are included in the package. If anything is missing, contact your camera dealer. Camera A3400 IS Stylus Interface Cable IFC-400PCU Getting Started • A memory card is not included (p. 3). PDF Manuals For information about the included software, refer to the ImageBrowser EX User Guide, in PDF format (p.
Page 3: Compatible Memory Cards
• Take and review some test shots initially to make sure the images were recorded correctly. 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 4: Part Names And Conventions In This Guide
Part Names and Conventions in This Guide A4000 IS A3400 IS A2400 IS Speaker Zoom lever Shooting: i (telephoto) / j (wide angle) Playback: k (magnify) / g (index) Lens Shutter button Lamp Screen (LCD monitor) AV OUT (Audio/video output) / DIGITAL terminal Movie button (Help) button...
Page 5 A1300 A810 Zoom lever Shooting: i (telephoto) / j (wide angle) Playback: k (magnify) / g (index) Lamp Microphone Lens Shutter button A1300 Screen (LCD monitor) Speaker A1300 Viewfinder Indicator Movie button A (Auto) / a (Single image erase) / Up button Part Names and Conventions in This Guide Power button...
Page 6: Down Button
Part Names and Conventions in This Guide • In this guide, icons are used to represent the corresponding camera buttons on which they appear, or which they resemble. • The following buttons on the rear of the camera are represented by icons. o Up button Left button Right button...
Page 7: Table Of Contents
Contents Package Contents... 2 Compatible Memory Cards ... 3 Preliminary Notes and Legal Information... 3 Part Names and Conventions in This Guide ... 4 Contents... 7 Contents: Basic Operations ... 9 Safety Precautions... 11 Touch-Screen Operations... 15 Initial Preparations ... 16 Trying the Camera Out ...
Page 8 Contents Accessories ...133 Tips on Using Included Accessories ...134 Optional Accessories ...134 Using Optional Accessories...137 Printing Images...142 Appendix...155 Troubleshooting ...156 On-Screen Messages ...160 On-Screen Information ...162 Functions and Menu Tables ...166 Handling Precautions...175 Index ...176...
Page 9: Contents: Basic Operations
Contents: Basic Operations Shoot Use camera-determined settings (Auto Mode)... 48 Shooting people well Portraits (p. 68) Matching specific scenes Low Light (p. 69) Applying special effects Poster Effect Vivid Colors (p. 72) Where sound and flash are not allowed (Discreet Mode)... 69 While adjusting image settings (Live View Control)...
Page 10 Contents: Basic Operations View View images (Playback Mode) ... 108 Automatic playback (Slideshow)... 114 On a TV ... 137 On a computer ... 30 Browse through images quickly ... 111, 112 Erase images... 116 Shoot/View Movies Shoot movies ... 53, 82 View movies...
Page 11: Safety Precautions
If liquids or foreign objects come into contact with the camera interior, immediately turn the camera off and remove the battery. If the battery charger becomes wet, unplug it from the outlet and consult your camera distributor or a Canon Customer Support Help Desk. A1300 A810 If liquids or foreign objects come into contact with the camera interior, immediately turn the camera off and remove the batteries.
Page 12 Safety Precautions A4000 IS A3400 IS A2400 IS • Use only the recommended battery. • Do not place the battery near or in direct flame. • Unplug the power cord periodically, and using a dry cloth, wipe away any dust and dirt that has collected on the plug, the exterior of the power outlet, and the surrounding area.
Page 13 • Avoid using, placing or storing the product in the following places: Places subject to strong sunlight Places subject to temperatures above 40 °C (104 °F) Humid or dusty areas A4000 IS A3400 IS A2400 IS These could cause leakage, overheating or an explosion of the battery, resulting in electrical shock, fire, burns or other injuries.
Page 14 Safety Precautions A4000 IS A3400 IS A2400 IS • Unplug the battery charger from the power outlet after charging is complete, or when you are not using it. • Do not place anything, such as cloth, on top of the battery charger while it is charging.
Page 15: Touch-Screen Operations
A3400 IS Touch-Screen Operations The camera’s touch-screen panel enables intuitive operation simply by touching or tapping the screen. Touch Drag • Gestures may not be detected as easily if you apply a screen protector, because the screen works by detecting finger pressure. Using the Stylus Touch the screen briefly with your finger.
Page 16: Initial Preparations
Initial Preparations Prepare for shooting as follows. Attaching the Strap Holding the Camera A4000 IS A3400 IS A2400 IS Charging the Battery Before use, charge the battery with the included charger. Be sure to charge the battery initially, because the camera is not sold with the battery charged. Attach the strap.
Page 17: Charge The Battery
CB-2LD CB-2LDE • To protect the battery and keep it in optimal condition, do not charge it continuously for more than 24 hours. • For battery chargers that use a power cord, do not attach the charger or cord to other objects. Doing so could result in malfunction or damage to the product.
Page 18: Removing The Battery
Initial Preparations Insert the battery. While pressing the battery lock in the direction of the arrow, insert the battery facing as shown and push it in until it clicks into the locked position. If you insert the battery facing the wrong way, it cannot be locked into the correct position.
Page 19: Inserting The Batteries
A1300 A810 Inserting the Batteries Insert the included batteries. Compatible Batteries Use AA alkaline batteries or Canon AA NiMH batteries (sold separately, p. 135). • Due to the inconsistent performance of other batteries, use of specified batteries only is recommended.
Page 20: Inserting The Memory Card
Initial Preparations Inserting the Memory Card Insert a memory card (sold separately). Note that before using a new memory card (or a memory card formatted in another device), you should format the memory card with this camera (p. 126). Label Removing the Memory Card Check the card’s write-protect tab.
Page 21: Setting The Date And Time
Setting the Date and Time A screen for setting the date and time is displayed the first time you turn the camera on. Be sure to specify the date and time, which is the basis for dates and times added to your images. •...
Page 22: Changing The Date And Time
Initial Preparations Changing the Date and Time Adjust the date and time as follows. • Date/time settings can be retained for about 3 weeks by the camera’s built-in date/time battery (backup battery) after the battery pack is removed. • Once the date/time battery is depleted, the [Date/Time] screen will be displayed when you turn the camera on.
Page 23: Display Language
Display Language The display language can be changed as needed. You can also change the display language by pressing the n button and • choosing [Language Enter Playback mode. Press the 1 button. Access the setting screen. Press and hold the m button, and then press the n button.
Page 24: Trying The Camera Out
Trying the Camera Out Follow these instructions to turn the camera on, shoot still images or movies, and then view them. Shooting (Smart Auto) For fully automatic selection of the optimal settings for specific scenes, simply let the camera determine the subject and shooting conditions. Turn the camera on.
Page 25 Trying the Camera Out Focus. Press the shutter button lightly, halfway down. The camera beeps twice after focusing, and AF frames are displayed to indicate image areas in focus. AF Frames Shoot. Press the shutter button all the way down. As the camera shoots, a shutter sound is played, and in low-light conditions, the flash fires automatically.
Page 26: Shooting Movies
Trying the Camera Out Shooting Movies You can shoot movies with camera-determined settings, simply by pressing the movie button. Elapsed Time Prepare the camera for shooting. Follow steps 1 – 3 on p. 24 to turn the camera on and set it to A mode, and then compose the shot.
Page 27: Play Movies
Trying the Camera Out Still Images Movies Viewing After shooting images or movies, you can view them on the screen as follows. Enter Playback mode. Press the 1 button. Your last shot is displayed. Browse through your images. To view the previous image, press the q button.
Page 28: Erasing The Images
Trying the Camera Out • To switch to Shooting mode from Playback mode, press the shutter button halfway. A3400 IS • You can also start movie playback by touching quickly drag up or down across the screen during playback. A3400 IS Dragging Across the Screen to Choose an Image Erasing the Images You can choose and erase unneeded images one by one.
Page 29 Accessing the Help Menu Access on-screen descriptions of scenes detected by the camera, shooting advice, and playback instructions as follows. The Help menu can also be used in shooting modes other than A, and in • those modes it will display the same as when in Playback mode. Trying the Camera Out Still Images Press the...
Page 30: Included Software, Pdf Manuals
Depending on the country or region where you purchased your camera, the ImageBrowser EX User Guide may not be accessible from the Help function. In such cases, it will either be included on the CD-ROM bundled with your camera, or you can download the latest version from the Canon website.
Page 31: System Requirements
Core Duo 1.83 GHz or higher 1 GB or more Interfaces Free Hard Disk 550 MB or more Space Display 1024 x 768 resolution or higher • Check the Canon website for the latest system requirements, including supported OS versions. Included Software, PDF Manuals...
Page 32 Included Software, PDF Manuals Installing the Software and PDF Manuals Windows 7 and Mac OS X 10.6 are used here for the sake of illustration. Using the software auto update function, you can update to the latest version and download new functions via the Internet (some software excluded), so be sure to install the software on a computer with an Internet connection.
Page 33: Saving Images To A Computer
• When not connected to the Internet, there are the following limitations. The screen in step 3 will not be displayed. Some functions may not be installed. The first time you connect the camera to the computer, drivers will be installed, so it may take a few minutes until camera images are accessible.
Page 34 For Windows, follow the steps introduced below. In the screen that displays, click the link to modify the program. Choose [Downloads Images From Canon Camera using Canon CameraWindow] and then click [OK]. Double-click CameraWindow Save the images to the computer.
Page 35 • To start CameraWindow in Windows Vista or XP, click [Downloads Images From Canon Camera using Canon CameraWindow] on the screen displayed when you turn the camera on in step 2. If CameraWindow is not displayed, click the [Start] menu and choose [All Programs] [CameraWindow] •...
Page 36: Accessories
*2 High-Power Flash HF-DC1 also supported. *3 DC Coupler DR-DC10 is required. A2300 Battery Charger Battery Pack CB-2LD/CB-2LDE* NB-11L* A3400 IS Interface Cable IFC-400PCU* Memory Card Card Reader Cable AV Cable AVC-DC400 Canon PictBridge-Compatible Printers DIGITAL CAMERA Solution Disk Stylus Windows/ Macintosh Computer TV/Video System...
Page 37: Included Accessories
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 39: Camera Basics
Camera Basics Basic camera operations and features...
Page 40: On/Off
On/Off To switch to Playback mode from Shooting mode, press the 1 button. • • To switch to Shooting mode from Playback mode, press the shutter button halfway (p. 41). • The lens will be retracted after about one minute once the camera is in Playback mode.
Page 41: Shutter Button
Shutter Button To ensure your shots are in focus, always press the shutter button lightly (halfway) initially. Once the subject is in focus, press the button all the way down to shoot. In this manual, shutter button operations are described as pressing the button halfway or all the way down.
Page 42: Optical Viewfinder
Optical Viewfinder To conserve battery power when shooting, you can use the optical viewfinder instead of the screen. Shoot the same way as when using the screen. • The area visible in the optical viewfinder may differ slightly from the image area in your shots.
Page 43: Shooting Display Options
Shooting Display Options Press the p button to view other information on the screen, or to hide the information. For details on the information displayed, see p. 162. A4000 IS A3400 IS A2400 IS Information is displayed A1300 No information is displayed •...
Page 44: Func. Menu
FUNC. Menu Configure commonly used shooting functions through the FUNC. menu as follows. Note that menu items and options vary depending on the shooting mode (pp. 168 – 169). Options Menu Items • To undo any accidental setting changes, you can restore the camera’s default settings (p.
Page 45: Choose An Option
Configure a variety of camera functions through other menus as follows. Menu items are grouped by purpose on tabs, such as shooting (4), playback (1), and so on. Note that available settings vary depending on the selected shooting or playback mode (pp. 170 – 174). •...
Page 46: Indicator Display
Indicator Display The indicator on the back of the camera (pp. 4, 5) lights up or blinks depending on the camera status. A4000 IS A3400 IS A2400 IS Indicator Color Status Green Blinking A1300 Indicator Color Status Green Blinking Orange Blinking •...
Page 47: Auto Mode
Auto Mode Convenient mode for easy shots with greater control over shooting...
Page 48: Shooting In Smart Auto Mode
Shooting in Smart Auto Mode Shooting Still Images (Smart Auto) For fully automatic selection at optimal settings for specific scenes, simply let the camera determine the subject and shooting conditions. Zoom Bar Turn the camera on. Press the power button. The startup screen is displayed.
Page 49 AF Frames • To restore camera sound if you have accidentally deactivated it (by holding the p button down while turning the camera on), press the n button and choose [Mute] on the 3 tab, and then press the qr buttons to choose [Off]. A1300 •...
Page 50 Shooting in Smart Auto Mode • A flashing icon warns that images are more likely to be blurred by camera shake. In this case, mount the camera on a tripod or take other measures to keep it still. • If your shots are dark despite the flash firing, move closer to the subject.
Page 51: Scene Icons
Scene Icons In A mode, shooting scenes determined by the camera are indicated by the icon displayed, and corresponding settings are automatically selected for optimal focusing, subject brightness, and color. Subject Background Bright Backlit With Blue Sky Backlit Sunsets Spotlights Dark Tripod Used...
Page 52 Shooting in Smart Auto Mode On-Screen Frames A variety of frames are displayed once the camera detects subjects you are aiming the camera at. • A white frame is displayed around the subject (or person’s face) determined by the camera to be the main subject, and gray frames are displayed around other detected faces.
Page 53 Shooting Movies You can shoot movies with camera-determined settings, simply by pressing the movie button. Elapsed Time Shooting in Smart Auto Mode Prepare the camera for shooting. Follow steps 1 – 3 on p. 48 to turn the camera on and set it to A mode, and then compose the shot.
Page 54 Shooting in Smart Auto Mode • The camera may become warm when shooting movies repeatedly over an extended period. This does not indicate damage. A4000 IS A3400 IS A2400 IS A2300 Microphone A1300 A810 Microphone • Avoid touching camera controls other than the movie button when shooting movies, because sounds made by the camera will be recorded.
Page 55: Image Stabilization Icons
A4000 IS A3400 IS A2400 IS Image Stabilization Icons Optimal image stabilization for the shooting conditions is automatically applied (Intelligent IS). Additionally, the following icons are displayed in A mode. Image stabilization for still images Image stabilization for still images, when panning* Image stabilization for still image macro shots (Hybrid IS) * Displayed when you pan, following moving subjects with the camera.
Page 56: Common, Convenient Features
Common, Convenient Features Zooming in Closer on Subjects (Digital Zoom) When distant subjects are too far away to enlarge using the optical zoom, use digital zoom for enlargement up to the following zoom factors. A4000 IS Up to approx. 32x A3400 IS A2400 IS A2300...
Page 57: Using The Self-Timer
Using the Self-Timer With the self-timer, you can include yourself in group photos or other timed shots. The camera will shoot about 10 seconds after you press the shutter button. Common, Convenient Features Still Images Configure the setting. Press the m button, choose and then choose the ] option (p.
Page 58: Using The Self-Timer To Avoid Camera Shake
Common, Convenient Features Using the Self-Timer to Avoid Camera Shake This option delays shutter release until about two seconds after you have pressed the shutter button. If the camera is unsteady while you are pressing the shutter button, it will not affect your shot. Customizing the Self-Timer You can specify the delay (0 –...
Page 59: Choose A Subject To Focus On
A3400 IS Shooting By Touching the Screen (Touch Shutter) With this option, you can simply touch the screen and release your finger to shoot. The camera will focus on subjects and adjust image brightness automatically. • The camera performs the same operations for Touch-Shutter shooting as for regular shooting with the shutter button.
Page 60: Deactivating The Flash
Common, Convenient Features Choosing Subjects to Focus On (Touch AF) When the Touch Shutter function is set to screen, will display. Press the shutter button halfway, a blue AF frame is displayed, and the camera will keep the subject in focus and image brightness adjusted (Servo AF).
Page 61: Adding The Shooting Date And Time
Adding the Shooting Date and Time The camera can add the shooting date and time to images in the lower-right corner. However, note that these cannot be removed. Confirm beforehand that the date and time are correct (p. 21). • Images originally recorded without the date and time can be printed with this information as follows.
Page 62: Image Customization Features
Image Customization Features Changing Image Resolution (Size) Choose from 5 levels of image resolution, as follows. For guidelines on how many shots at each resolution setting can fit on a memory card, see “Specifications” in the Getting Started guide. Guidelines for Choosing Resolution Based on Paper Size A2 (16.5 x 23.4 in.) A3 –...
Page 63 Red-Eye Correction Red-eye that occurs in the flash photography can be automatically corrected as follows. • Red-eye correction may be applied to image areas other than eyes (if the camera misinterprets red eye makeup as red pupils, for example). • You can also correct existing images (p.
Page 64: Changing Movie Image Quality
Image Customization Features Changing Movie Image Quality 2 image quality settings are available. For guidelines on the maximum movie length at each level of image quality that will fit on a memory card, see “Specifications” in the Getting Started guide. Image Resolution Quality...
Page 65: Helpful Shooting Features
Helpful Shooting Features Checking for Closed Eyes is displayed when the camera detects that people may have closed their eyes. When you have specified multiple shots in $ mode, this function is only • available for the final shot. Configure the setting. Press the n button, choose [Blink Detection] on the 4 tab, and then choose [On] (p.
Page 66: Customizing Camera Operation
Customizing Camera Operation Customize shooting functions on the 4 tab of the menu as follows. For instructions on menu functions, see “n” (p. 45). Deactivating the Lamp You can deactivate the lamp that lights up to help you focus in low light conditions when you press the shutter button halfway or press the movie button, and reduces red-eye when shooting in low-light conditions with the flash.
Page 67: Other Shooting Modes
Other Shooting Modes Shoot more effectively in various scenes, and take shots enhanced with unique image effects or captured using special functions...
Page 68: Specific Scenes
Specific Scenes Choose a mode matching the shooting scene, and the camera will automatically configure the settings for optimal shots. A3400 IS Using the Touch-Screen Panel Choose a shooting mode. Press the o button repeatedly until displayed. Press the m button, choose menu, and choose the desired option (p.
Page 69: Discreet Mode
P Shoot with snowy backgrounds t Shoot fireworks (Fireworks) In t mode, mount the camera on a tripod or take other measures to • keep it still and prevent camera shake. A4000 IS A3400 IS A2400 IS Set [IS Mode] to [Off] when using a tripod or other means to hold the camera still (p.
Page 70 Specific Scenes Brightness/Color Customization (Live View Control) Image brightness or colors when shooting can be easily customized as follows. A4000 IS A2400 IS A2300 A1300 A810 A3400 IS Adjust image brightness as desired. For brighter images, adjust the level Brightness to the right, and for darker images, adjust it to the left.
Page 71 A2300 A1300 A810 Shoot with Reduced Blurring (Digital IS) Shoot with minimal camera shake and subject blur. In scenes where subject movement is minimal, continuously shot images can be combined to reduce camera shake and noise. • Because the camera will shoot continuously when hold it steady while shooting.
Page 72: Applying Special Effects
Applying Special Effects Add a variety of effects to images when shooting. • to make sure you obtain the desired results. Choose a shooting mode. Follow step 1 on p. 68 to choose a shooting mode. Shoot. , and modes, try taking some test shots first, Still Images Shoot in vivid colors (Super Vivid) Shots in rich, vivid colors.
Page 73: Shooting With A Fish-Eye Lens Effect
Shooting with a Fish-Eye Lens Effect (Fish-eye Effect) Shoot with the distorting effect of a fish-eye lens. A4000 IS A2400 IS A2300 A1300 A810 A3400 IS Applying Special Effects Choose Follow step 1 on p. 68 and choose Choose an effect level. Press the p button, press the qr buttons to choose an effect level, and then press the m button.
Page 74: Miniature Effect
Applying Special Effects Shots Resembling Miniature Models (Miniature Effect) Creates the effect of a miniature model, by blurring image areas above and below your selected area. You can also make movies that look like scenes in miniature models by choosing the playback speed before the movie is recorded. People and objects in the scene will move quickly during playback.
Page 75 A4000 IS A2400 IS A2300 A1300 A810 A3400 IS Playback Speed and Estimated Playback Time (for One- Minute Clips) Speed • The zoom is not available when shooting movies. Be sure to set the zoom before shooting. Applying Special Effects For movies, choose the movie playback speed.
Page 76 Applying Special Effects • Holding the camera vertically will change the orientation of the frame. • Movie image quality is when a still image resolution of cannot be changed. A4000 IS A2400 IS A2300 To switch the orientation of the frame to vertical, press the qr buttons in step •...
Page 77 Shooting with a Toy Camera Effect (Toy Camera Effect) This effect makes images resemble shots from a toy camera by vignetting (darker, blurred image corners) and changing the overall color. A4000 IS A2400 IS A2300 A1300 A810 A3400 IS Standard Shots resemble toy camera images.
Page 78: Shooting In Monochrome
Applying Special Effects Shooting in Monochrome Shoot images in black and white, sepia, or blue and white. A4000 IS A2400 IS A2300 A1300 A810 A3400 IS Black and white shots. Sepia Sepia tone shots. Blue Blue and white shots. Still Images Choose Follow step 1 on p.
Page 79: Special Modes For Other Purposes
Special Modes for Other Purposes Using the Face Self-Timer The camera will shoot about two seconds after detecting that the face of another person (such as the photographer) has entered the shooting area (p. 93). This is useful when including yourself in group photos or similar shots. Choose Follow step 1 on p.
Page 80 Special Modes for Other Purposes • Even if your face is not detected after you join the others in the shooting area, the camera will shoot about 15 seconds later. A4000 IS A2400 IS A2300 To change the number of shots, press the p button, press the qr buttons to •...
Page 81 • On-screen image brightness in step 3, when you pressed the shutter button halfway, may not match the brightness of your shots. • With shutter speeds of 1.3 seconds or slower, there will be a delay before you can shoot again, as the camera processes images to reduce noise.
Page 82: Shooting Iframe Movies
Shooting iFrame Movies Shoot movies that can be edited with iFrame-compatible software or devices. You can quickly edit, save, and manage iFrame movies using the included software. • The resolution is • iFrame is a video format developed by Apple. Choose Follow step 1 on p.
Page 83: G Mode
G mode More discerning shots, in your preferred shooting style • Instructions in this chapter apply to the camera when set to G mode (p. 84). • G: Program AE; AE: Auto Exposure • Before using a function introduced in this chapter in modes other than G, make sure the function is available in that mode (pp.
Page 84: Shooting In Program Ae Mode (G Mode)
Shooting in Program AE Mode (G Mode) You can customize many function settings to suit your preferred shooting style. • If adequate exposure cannot be obtained when you press the shutter button halfway, shutter speeds and aperture values are displayed in orange. To obtain adequate exposure, try adjusting the following settings.
Page 85 • You can also shoot still images with exposure compensation bar displayed. While recording a movie, & is displayed, and the exposure is locked. • A3400 IS You can also adjust brightness by touching #, and then touching qr. • Locking Image Brightness/Exposure (AE Lock) Before shooting, you can lock the exposure, or you can specify focus and exposure separately.
Page 86: Changing The Metering Method
Image Brightness (Exposure Compensation) A3400 IS Using the Touch-Screen Panel Changing the Metering Method Adjust the metering method (how brightness is measured) to suit shooting conditions as follows. For typical shooting conditions, including backlit shots. Evaluative Automatically adjusts exposure to match the shooting conditions. Determines the average brightness of light across the entire image Center Weigh.
Page 87: Changing The Iso Speed
Changing the ISO Speed Automatically adjusts the ISO speed to suit the shooting mode and conditions. For shooting outdoors in fair weather. For shooting in cloudy conditions, or at twilight. High For shooting night scenes, or in dark rooms. • To view the automatically set ISO speed when the camera is set to the shutter button halfway.
Page 88 Image Brightness (Exposure Compensation) Correcting Image Brightness (i-Contrast) Before shooting, excessively bright or dark image areas (such as faces or backgrounds) can be detected and automatically adjusted to the optimal brightness. Insufficient overall image contrast can also be automatically corrected before shooting to make subjects stand out better. •...
Page 89: Color And Continuous Shooting
Color and Continuous Shooting Adjusting White Balance By adjusting white balance (WB), you can make image colors look more natural for the scene you are shooting. Automatically sets the optimal white balance for the shooting Auto conditions. Day Light For shooting outdoors in fair weather. Cloudy For shooting in cloudy conditions, in the shade, or at twilight.
Page 90: Custom White Balance
Color and Continuous Shooting Custom White Balance For image colors that look natural under the light in your shot, adjust white balance to suit the light source where you are shooting. Set the white balance under the same light source that will illuminate your shot. •...
Page 91 • Cannot be used with the self-timer (p. 57) or [Blink Detection] (p. 65). • During continuous shooting, focus and exposure are locked at the position/level determined when you pressed the shutter button halfway. • Shooting may stop momentarily or continuous shooting may slow down depending on shooting conditions, camera settings, and the zoom position.
Page 92: Shooting Range And Focusing
Shooting Range and Focusing Shooting Close-ups (Macro) To restrict the focus to subjects at close range, set the camera to e. For details on the focusing range, see “Specifications” in the Getting Started guide. • If the flash fires, vignetting may occur. In the yellow bar display area below the zoom bar, e will turn gray •...
Page 93: Changing The Af Frame Mode
A3400 IS • With the AF frame mode set to [Face AiAF], using Touch Shutter or Touch AF returns the camera to Changing the AF Frame Mode Change the AF (auto focus) frame mode to suit the shooting conditions as follows.
Page 94 Shooting Range and Focusing • If faces are not detected, or when only gray frames are displayed (without a white frame), up to nine green frames are displayed in the areas in focus when you press the shutter button halfway. •...
Page 95 Recomposing Shots While the Focus is Locked As long as you keep the shutter button pressed halfway, the focus and exposure are locked. You can recompose shots as needed before shooting. This feature is called Focus Lock. A4000 IS A2400 IS A2300 Choosing Subjects to Focus On (Tracking AF) Shoot after choosing a subject to focus on as follows.
Page 96 Shooting Range and Focusing • [Servo AF] (p. 97) is set to [On] and cannot be changed. • Tracking may not be possible when subjects are too small or move too rapidly, or when subject color or brightness matches that of the background too closely.
Page 97: Shooting With Servo Af
Shooting with Servo AF This mode helps avoid missing shots of subjects in motion, because the camera continues to focus on the subject and adjust the exposure as long as you press the shutter button halfway. • Focusing may not be possible in some shooting conditions. •...
Page 98 Shooting Range and Focusing A3400 IS Choosing Subjects to Focus On (Touch AF) You can shoot after the camera focuses on your selected subject, person’s face, or location shown on the screen. • If the camera shoots when you touch the screen, touch the mode to (p.
Page 99: Shooting With The Af Lock
Shooting with the AF Lock The focus can be locked. After you lock the focus, the focal position will not change even when you release your finger from the shutter button. A3400 IS • Cannot be used with Touch Shutter (p. 59). A3400 IS Using the Touch-Screen Panel Shooting Range and Focusing...
Page 100: Flash
Flash Changing the Flash Mode You can change the flash mode to match the shooting scene. Auto The flash fires automatically in low-light conditions. You can have the flash fire for each shot. For details on the flash range, see “Flash Range”...
Page 101: Shooting With The Fe Lock
Shooting with the FE Lock Just as with the AE lock (p. 85), you can lock the exposure for the flash shots. A3400 IS • Cannot be used with Touch Shutter (p. 59). • FE: Flash Exposure A3400 IS • Just as with AE lock (p.
Page 102: Other Settings
Other Settings Deactivating the Digital Zoom If you prefer not to use the digital zoom (p. 56), you can deactivate it as follows. Magnifying the Area in Focus You can check the focus by pressing the shutter button halfway to enlarge the image area in the AF frame.
Page 103: Changing The Image Display Style After Shots
A4000 IS A2400 IS A2300 • In [Face AiAF] mode, the display will not magnify if a face was not detected, if the person’s face is too large for the screen, and if the camera cannot focus in [Center]. A3400 IS •...
Page 104: Displaying Grid Lines
Other Settings Displaying Grid Lines Grid lines can be displayed on the screen for vertical and horizontal reference while shooting. • Grid lines are not recorded in your shots. A4000 IS A3400 IS A2400 IS Changing the IS Mode Settings Optimal image stabilization for the shooting conditions is automatically Continuous applied (Intelligent IS) (p.
Page 105 • If image stabilization cannot prevent camera shake, mount the camera on a tripod or take other measures to hold it still. In this case, set [IS Mode] to [Off]. Deactivating Powered IS Powered IS reduces slow camera shake that may occur when recording telephoto movies.
Page 107: Playback Mode
Playback Mode Have fun reviewing your shots, and browse or edit them in many ways • To prepare the camera for these operations, press the 1 button to enter Playback mode. • It may not be possible to play back or edit images that were renamed or already edited on a computer, or images from other cameras.
Page 108: Viewing
Viewing After shooting images or movies, you can view them on the screen as follows. Still Images Enter Playback mode. Press the 1 button. Your last shot is displayed. Browse through your images. To view the previous image, press the q button.
Page 109: Playing Movies
• To switch to Shooting mode from Playback mode, press the shutter button halfway. For playback from the last image viewed, press the n button, choose • [Resume] on the 1 tab, and then [Last seen]. To change the transition shown between images, press the n button, •...
Page 110: Switching Display Modes
Viewing Switching Display Modes Press the p button to view other information on the screen, or to hide the information. For details on the information displayed, see p. 164. No information is displayed Switching display modes by pressing the p button is also possible immediately •...
Page 111: Browsing And Filtering Images
Browsing and Filtering Images Navigating Through Images in an Index By displaying multiple images in an index, you can quickly find the images you are looking for. A3400 IS Using the Touch-Screen Panel In index display, you can touch the screen to choose images. •...
Page 112 Browsing and Filtering Images Navigating Through Images Using Jump Display To find images on a memory card full of images, you can jump by a specific number of images or method. Position of Current Image Jump Shot Date Jump 10 Images Jump 100 Images Jump to first Jump to Movie...
Page 113: Image Viewing Options
Image Viewing Options Magnifying Images Approximate Position of Displayed Area • You can return to single-image display from magnified display by pressing the n button. A3400 IS Using the Touch-Screen Panel • Touching the screen will zoom in and magnify the image, and are displayed.
Page 114: Viewing Slideshows
Image Viewing Options Viewing Slideshows Automatically play back images from a memory card as follows. • The camera’s power-saving functions (p. 40) are deactivated during slideshows. To pause or resume slideshows, press the m button. • You can switch to other images during playback by pressing the qr buttons. •...
Page 115: Protecting Images
Protecting Images Protect important images to prevent accidental erasure by the camera (p. 116). • Protected images on a memory card will be erased if you format the card (pp. 126, 127). • Images will not be protected if you switch to Shooting mode or turn the camera off before finishing the setup process in step 3.
Page 116: Erasing Images
Erasing Images You can choose and erase unneeded images one by one. Be careful when erasing images, because they cannot be recovered. Erasing All Images You can erase all images at once. Be careful when erasing images, because they cannot be recovered. However, protected images (p. 115) cannot be erased.
Page 117: Rotating Images
Rotating Images Change the orientation of images and save them as follows. • Movies with an image quality of • Rotation is not possible when [Auto Rotate] is set to [Off]. Deactivating Auto Rotation Follow these steps to deactivate automatic rotation by the camera, which rotates images shot in vertical orientation so they are displayed vertically on the camera.
Page 118: Editing Still Images
Editing Still Images • Image editing (pp. 118 – 120) is only available when the memory card has sufficient free space. Resizing Images Save a copy of images at a lower resolution. Choose [Resize]. Press the n button, and then choose [Resize] on the 1 tab (p.
Page 119 • Editing is not possible for images shot at a resolution of saved as in step 3. • Images cannot be resized to a higher resolution. Correcting Image Brightness (i-Contrast) Excessively dark image areas (such as faces or backgrounds) can be detected and automatically adjusted to the optimal brightness.
Page 120: Correcting Red-Eye
Editing Still Images • If [Auto] does not produce the expected results, try correcting images using [Low], [Medium], or [High]. Correcting Red-Eye Automatically corrects images affected by red-eye. You can save the corrected image as a separate file. Choose [Red-Eye Correction]. Press the n button, and then choose [Red-Eye Correction] on the 1 tab (p.
Page 121 • Some images may not be corrected accurately. • To overwrite the original image with the corrected image, choose [Overwrite] in step 4. In this case, the original image will be erased. • Protected images cannot be overwritten. Editing Still Images...
Page 123: Setting Menu
Setting Menu Customize or adjust basic camera functions for greater convenience...
Page 124: Adjusting Basic Camera Functions
Adjusting Basic Camera Functions Functions can be configured on the 3 tab. Customize commonly used functions as desired, for greater convenience (p. 45). Silencing Camera Operations Silence camera sounds and movies as follows. Operation can also be silenced by holding down the p button as you turn the •...
Page 125: Hiding Hints And Tips
Hiding Hints and Tips Hints and tips are normally shown when you choose FUNC. menu (p. 44) items. If you prefer, you can deactivate this information. Screen Brightness Adjust screen brightness as follows. Hiding the Start-up Screen If you prefer, you can deactivate display of the start-up screen normally shown when you turn the camera on.
Page 126: Formatting Memory Cards
Adjusting Basic Camera Functions Formatting Memory Cards Before using a new memory card or a card formatted in another device, you should format the card with this camera. Formatting erases all data on a memory card. Before formatting, copy images on the memory card to a computer, or take other steps to back them up.
Page 127 Low-Level Formatting Perform low-level formatting in these cases: [Memory card error] is displayed, the camera is not working correctly, card image reading/writing is slower, continuous shooting is slower, or movie recording suddenly stops. Low-level formatting erases all data on a memory card. Before low-level formatting, copy images on the memory card to a computer, or take other steps to back them up.
Page 128: File Numbering
Adjusting Basic Camera Functions File Numbering Your shots are automatically numbered in sequential order (0001 – 9999) and saved in folders that store up to 2,000 images each. You can change how the camera assigns file numbers. • Regardless of the option selected in this setting, shots may be numbered consecutively after the last number of existing images on newly inserted memory cards.
Page 129: Lens Retraction Timing
Lens Retraction Timing The lens is normally retracted for safety about one minute after you press the 1 button in Shooting mode (p. 40). To have the lens retracted immediately after you press the 1 button, set the retraction timing to [0 sec.]. Power-Saving Adjustment Adjust the timing of automatic camera and screen deactivation (Auto Power Down and Display Off, respectively) as needed (p.
Page 130: Date And Time
Adjusting Basic Camera Functions Date and Time Adjust the date and time as follows. A3400 IS Touch-Screen Calibration Calibrate the touch-screen panel if you are having difficulty choosing items or buttons by touch. For greater calibration accuracy, always use the included stylus (p.
Page 131: Adjusting Other Settings
Display Language Change the display language as needed. • You can also access the [Language] screen in Playback mode by pressing and holding the m button and then pressing the n button. Adjusting Other Settings The following setting can also be adjusted on the 3 tab. •...
Page 132 Adjusting Basic Camera Functions • The following functions are not restored to default settings. The shooting mode (p. 68) Custom white balance data you have recorded (p. 90) A4000 IS A2400 IS 3 tab settings [Date/Time] (p. 22), [Language (p. 137) A3400 IS 3 tab settings [Date/Time] (p.
Page 133: Accessories
Accessories Use included accessories effectively and enjoy the camera in more ways with optional Canon accessories and other compatible accessories sold separately...
Page 134: Tips On Using Included Accessories
Tips on Using Included Accessories A4000 IS A3400 IS A2400 IS Effective Battery and Charger Use • Charge the battery on (or immediately before) the day of Charged batteries gradually lose their charge, even when they are not used. You can easily check the charge state of the battery by attaching the cover so that o is visible on a charged battery, and attaching it so that o is not visible on an uncharged battery.
Page 135 A4000 IS A3400 IS A2400 IS A2300 A1300 A810 A1300 A810 A1300 A810 • The battery charger and AC adapter kit can be used in areas with 100 – 240 V AC power (50/60 Hz). • For power outlets in a different format, use a commercially available adapter for the plug.
Page 136: Flash Units
Connect the camera to a TV to enjoy playback on the larger TV screen. Canon PictBridge-Compatible Printers Printing images without a computer is possible by connecting the camera to a Canon PictBridge-compatible printer. For details, visit your nearest Canon dealer.
Page 137: Using Optional Accessories
Using Optional Accessories Playback on a TV By connecting the camera to a TV, you can view your shots on the larger screen of the TV. For details on connection or how to switch inputs, refer to the TV manual. •...
Page 138: Turn The Camera On
Using Optional Accessories • Correct display is not possible unless the camera video output format (NTSC or PAL) matches the TV format. To change the video output format, press the n button and choose [Video System] on the 3 tab. A4000 IS A3400 IS A2400 IS...
Page 139 Terminals • Do not disconnect the adapter or unplug the power cord while the camera is still on. This may erase your shots or damage the camera. • Do not attach the adapter or adapter cord to other objects. Doing so could result in malfunction or damage to the product.
Page 140 Using Optional Accessories A1300 A810 Powering the Camera with Household Power Powering the camera with AC Adapter Kit ACK800 and DC Coupler DR- DC10 (both sold separately) eliminates the need to monitor the remaining battery level. Make sure the camera is off. Open the cover.
Page 141 • Do not disconnect the adapter or unplug the power cord while the camera is still on. This may erase your shots or damage the camera. • Do not attach the adapter or adapter cord to other objects. Doing so could result in malfunction or damage to the product.
Page 142: Printing Images
A Canon SELPHY CP series compact photo printer is used here for the sake of illustration. Screens displayed and available functions vary by printer. Also refer to the printer manual for additional information.
Page 143 Printing now begins. To print other images, repeat steps 5 – 6 after printing is finished. When you are finished printing, turn the camera and printer off and disconnect the interface cable. • For Canon PictBridge-compatible printers (sold separately), see p. 136.
Page 144: Configuring Print Settings
Printing Images Configuring Print Settings Default Date File No. Both Default Red-Eye 1 No. of Copies Trimming — Paper — Settings Access the printing screen. Follow steps 1 – 6 on p. 142 to access the screen at left. Configure the settings. Press the op buttons to choose an item, and then press the qr buttons to choose an option.
Page 145 Cropping Images Before Printing (Trimming) By cropping images before printing, you can print a desired image area instead of the entire image. • Cropping may not be possible at small image sizes, or at some aspect ratios. • Dates may not be printed correctly if you crop images shot with [Date Stamp] selected.
Page 146: Choosing Paper Size And Layout Before Printing
Printing Images Choosing Paper Size and Layout Before Printing Choose [Paper Settings]. After following step 1 on p. 144 to access the printing screen, choose [Paper Settings] and press the m button. Choose a paper size. Press the op buttons to choose an option, and then press the m button.
Page 147: Available Layout Options
Available Layout Options Default Matches current printer settings. Bordered Prints with blank space around the image. Borderless Borderless, edge-to-edge printing. N-up Choose how many images to print per sheet. Prints images for identification purposes. ID Photo Only available for images with a resolution of L. Choose the print size.
Page 148: Printing Movie Scenes
To cancel printing in progress, press the m button. • • [ID Photo] and [Sequence] are not available with Canon PictBridge-compatible printer models earlier than CP720 and CP730. Adding Images to the Print List (DPOF) Batch printing (p. 151) and ordering prints from a photo development service can be set up on the camera.
Page 149 Configuring Print Settings Specify the printing format, whether to add the date or file number, and other settings as follows. These settings apply to all images in the print list. Standard Print Type Index Both Date File No. Clear DPOF data •...
Page 150: Setting Up Printing For Individual Images
The date is printed in a format matching setting details in [Date/Time] on the 3 • tab, accessible by pressing the n button (p. 21). • Index printing is not available on some Canon PictBridge-compatible printers (sold separately). Setting Up Printing for Individual Images Choose [Select Images & Qty.].
Page 151: Clearing All Images From The Print List
Setting Up Printing for All Images Clearing All Images from the Print List Printing Images Added to the Print List (DPOF) Choose [Select All Images]. Following step 1 on p. 150, choose [Select All Images] and press the m button. Configure the print settings.
Page 152: Adding Images To A Photobook
Printing Images Adding Images to a Photobook Photobooks can be set up on the camera by choosing up to 998 images on a memory card and importing them into the included software on your computer, where they are stored in their own folder. This is convenient when ordering printed photobooks online or printing photobooks with your own printer.
Page 153: Adding All Images To A Photobook
Adding All Images to a Photobook Removing All Images from a Photobook Choose an image. Press the qr buttons to choose an image, and then press the m button. is displayed. To remove the image from the photobook, press the m button again. displayed.
Page 155: Appendix
Appendix Helpful information when using the camera...
Page 156: Troubleshooting
A2400 IS The battery is swollen. • Battery swelling is normal and does not pose any safety concerns. However, if battery swelling prevents the battery from fitting in the camera, contact a Canon Customer Support Help Desk. A2300 A2300 A2300...
Page 157 Display on a TV Camera images look distorted or not displayed on a TV (p. 138). Shooting Cannot shoot. • In Playback mode (p. 27), press the shutter button halfway (p. 41). A1300 Nothing is displayed (p. 49). Strange display on the screen under low light (p. 43). Strange display on the screen when shooting.
Page 158 Troubleshooting No AF frames are displayed and the camera does not focus when the shutter button is pressed halfway. • To have AF frames displayed and the camera focus correctly, try composing the shot with higher-contrast subject areas centered before you press the shutter button halfway.
Page 159: Memory Card
Shooting Movies The elapsed time shown is incorrect, or recording is interrupted. • Use the camera to format the memory card, or switch to a card that supports high-speed recording. Note that even if the elapsed time display is incorrect, the length of movies on the memory card corresponds to the actual recording time (p.
Page 160: On-Screen Messages
Memory card error (p. 127) • If the same error message is displayed even when you have inserted a formatted memory card facing the correct way, contact a Canon Customer Support Help Desk (p. 20). Insufficient space on card •...
Page 161 Switch to Playback mode to check for the image. • Frequent display of this error message may indicate camera damage. In this case, write down the error number (Exx) and contact a Canon Customer Support Help Desk. File Error •...
Page 162: On-Screen Information
On-Screen Information Shooting (Information Display) A4000 IS A3400 IS A2400 IS A2300 Battery level (p. 163) A1300 A810 Battery level (p. 163) Camera orientation* White balance (p. 89) Drive mode (p. 90) Self-timer (p. 57) AF frame (p. 93) Camera shake warning (p.
Page 163: Battery Level
A4000 IS A3400 IS A2400 IS Battery Level An on-screen icon or message indicates the battery charge level. Display (Blinking red) [Change the battery pack.] A1300 A810 Battery Level An on-screen icon or message warns you when there is little battery power left.
Page 164 On-Screen Information Playback (Detailed Information Display) Movie (pp. 53, 108) Shooting mode (p. 166) ISO speed (p. 87) Exposure compensation level (p. 84) White balance (p. 89) Histogram (p. 110) A4000 IS A3400 IS A2400 IS A2300 Battery level (p. 163) A1300 A810 Battery level (p.
Page 165 On-Screen Information Summary of Movie Control Panel in “Viewing” (p. 108) Exit Play Slow Motion (Press the qr buttons to adjust the playback speed. No sound is played.) (To continue skipping backward, keep holding down the m Skip Backward button.) Previous Frame (For fast-rewind, keep holding down the m button.) Next Frame (For fast-forward, keep holding down the m button.) (To continue skipping forward, keep holding down the m...
Page 166: Functions And Menu Tables
Functions and Menu Tables Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode Function Flash (pp. 60, 100) AE Lock/FE Lock (pp. 85, 101)* AF Lock (p. 99) Focusing Range (p. 92) Tracking AF (p. 95)* Touch AF (p. 98)* Touch Shutter (p. 59)* Screen Display (p.
Page 167 — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — Functions and Menu Tables — — — — — — —...
Page 168 Functions and Menu Tables FUNC. Menu Function Exposure Compensation (p. 84) ISO Speed (p. 87) White Balance (p. 89) Drive Mode (p. 90) Self-Timer (p. 57) Self-Timer Settings (p. 58) Resolution (p. 62) Movie Quality (p. 64) * 1 PowerShot A2300, PowerShot A1300, PowerShot A810 only * 2 Settings [Dark —...
Page 169 — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — Functions and Menu Tables — — — — — — — — — — — — — — —...
Page 170: Shooting Menu
Functions and Menu Tables 4 Shooting Menu Function AF Frame (p. 93) Digital Zoom (p. 102) AF-Point Zoom (p. 102) Servo AF (p. 97) Touch Shutter (p. 59)* Lamp Setting (p. 66) Red-Eye Corr. (p. 63) i-Contrast (p. 88) Light Metering (p. 86) Review (p.
Page 171 — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — Functions and Menu Tables — — — —...
Page 172 Functions and Menu Tables Function Grid Lines (p. 104) IS Settings (p. 104)* Date Stamp (p. 61) * 1 PowerShot A2300, PowerShot A1300, PowerShot A810 only * 2 PowerShot A4000 IS, PowerShot A3400 IS, PowerShot A2400 IS only Shooting Mode IS Mode Continuous Shoot Only...
Page 173 Functions and Menu Tables — — — — — — — — — Available or set automatically. — Not available.
Page 174: Playback Menu
Functions and Menu Tables 3 Set up Menu Item Mute Volume Hints & Tips LCD Brightness Start-up Image Format File Numbering Create Folder 1 Playback Menu Item Jump Search Slideshow Erase All Protect Rotate Photobook Set-up 2 Print Menu Item Print Select Images &...
Page 175: Handling Precautions
• Use a blower brush to remove dust from the lens. If cleaning is difficult, contact a Canon Customer Support Help Desk. • To prevent condensation from forming on the camera after sudden temperature changes (when the camera is transferred from cold to warm environments), put the camera in an airtight, resealable plastic bag and let it gradually adjust to the temperature before removing it from the bag.
Page 176: Index
Index AC adapter kit... 135, 138, 140 AC adapter kit for household power ... 138 Accessories ... 134 AE lock ... 85 AF frames... 25, 49, 93 Focusing AF lock ... 99 AUTO mode (shooting mode) ... 24, 48 AV cable ... 137 Batteries ...
Page 177 i-Contrast ... 88, 119 iFrame movies (movie mode) ... 82 Images Display period ... 66 Erasing... 116 Playback Viewing Protecting... 115 Indicator... 46 Infinity (focus mode) ... 92 Interface cable ... 2, 142 ISO speed... 87 Jump display... 112 Lamp... 66 Language display ...
Page 178 Index Toy camera effect (shooting mode)... 77 Tracking AF ... 95 Traveling with the camera ... 134 Troubleshooting... 156 TV display... 137 Viewfinder... 42 Viewing Index display... 111 Jump display... 112 Magnified display... 113 Single-image display ... 27 Slideshow ... 114 TV display...
Page 179 Canon U.S.A., Inc. One Canon Plaza, Lake Success, NY 11042, U.S.A. Tel No. (516) 328-5600 Canadian Radio Interference Regulations This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. To ensure proper operation of this product, use of genuine Canon accessories is recommended.
Page 180 The adapter can be used with a power supply between 100 and 240 V AC. Contact your Canon dealer for information about plug adapter for overseas use. For U.S.A. customers only: For areas where 120 V AC power is not used, you will need a special plug adapter.
Page 181: Trademark Acknowledgments
Trademark Acknowledgments • The SDXC logo is a trademark of SD-3C, LLC. • This device incorporates exFAT technology licensed from Microsoft. • The iFrame logo and the iFrame symbol are trademarks of Apple Inc. About MPEG-4 Licensing • This product is licensed under AT&T patents for the MPEG-4 standard and may be used for encoding MPEG-4 compliant video and/or decoding MPEG-4 compliant video that was encoded only (1) for a personal and non-commercial purpose or (2) by a video provider licensed under the...
Page 182 • Reprinting, transmitting, or storing in a retrieval system any part of this guide without the permission of Canon is prohibited. • Canon reserves the right to change the contents of this guide at any time without prior notice. • Illustrations and screenshots in this guide may differ slightly from the actual equipment.

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