Page 1 Camera User Guide • Make sure you read this guide, including the “Safety Precautions” section, before using the camera. • Reading this guide will help you learn to use the camera properly. • Store this guide safely so that you can use it in the future. ENGLISH...
Page 2: Checking The Package Contents
Check if the following items are included in your camera package. If anything is missing, contact the retailer where you purchased the camera. Camera Interface Cable IFC-400PCU Getting Started Using the PDF Manuals The following PDF manuals are included in the Readme folder of the CD-ROM: When the software is installed on your computer, the PDF manuals will be copied to the computer and you can refer to...
Page 3: Other
This camera’s warranty is only effective in the country of sale. If there is a problem with the camera while abroad, please return it to the country of sale before proceeding with a warranty claim to a Canon Customer Support Help Desk. For Canon Customer Support contacts, please see the customer support list supplied with your camera.
Page 4: What Do You Want To Do
Shoot Shoot, leaving it to the camera to make settings ...24 Just take pictures (Easy mode)...29 Take good people shots Portraits Kids and pets (p. 65) (p. 65) Shoot various other scenes Landscape (p. 65) Underwater (p. 67) Shoot with special effects Super vivid colors (p.
Page 5 What Do You Want to Do? View Look at my pictures ...27 Easy playback (Easy Mode)...29 Automatically play back pictures (slideshow)...126 Look at my pictures on a TV ...132 Look at my pictures on a computer..33 Quickly search pictures ...124 Erase pictures ...28, 138 Shoot/View Movies Shoot movies ...30, 114...
Page 6: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Chapters 1 – 3 explain the basic operations and frequently used functions of this camera. Chapters 4 onward explain the advanced functions, letting you learn more as you read each chapter. Checking the Package Contents ...2 Read This First ...3 What Do You Want to Do? ...4 Table of Contents ...6 Conventions Used in This Guide ...9...
Page 7 High-Speed Continuous Shooting (High-speed Burst)... 79 Shooting Stitch Assist Images ... 80 5 Choosing Settings Yourself...81 Shooting in Program AE ... 82 Turning the Flash On ... 82 Adjusting the Brightness (Exposure Compensation) ... 83 Adjusting the White Balance ... 83 Changing the ISO Speed ...
Page 8 Table of Contents Changing Image Transitions...131 Viewing Images on a TV...132 Protecting Images...135 Erasing All Images...138 Tagging Images as Favorites ...140 Organizing Images by Category (My Category)...141 Rotating Images...145 Resizing Images ...146 Trimming...147 Adding Effects with the My Colors Function...148 Correcting the Brightness (i-Contrast)...149 Correcting the Red-Eye Effect ...150...
Page 9: Conventions Used In This Guide
Conventions Used in This Guide • Icons are used in the text to represent the camera buttons and dials. • Language that displays on the screen appears inside [ ] (square brackets). • The directional buttons, control dial and FUNC./SET button are represented by the following icons.
Page 10: Safety Precautions
If liquids or foreign objects come into contact with the camera interior, immediately turn the camera power 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. • Use only the recommended battery.
Page 11 • Turn the camera off in places where camera use is prohibited. The electromagnetic waves emitted by the camera may interfere with the operation of electronic instruments and other devices. Exercise adequate caution when using the camera in places where use of electronic devices is restricted, such as inside airplanes and medical facilities.
Page 12 Safety Precautions • In regular use, small amounts of smoke may be emitted from the flash. This is due to the high intensity of the flash burning dust and foreign materials stuck to the front of the unit. Please use a cotton swab to remove dirt, dust or other foreign matter from the flash to prevent heat build-up and damage to the unit.
Page 13: Getting Started
This chapter explains preparations before shooting, how to shoot in A mode, and then how to view and erase the images you take. The latter part of this chapter explains how to shoot and view images in Easy mode, how to shoot and view movies, and how to transfer images to a computer.
Page 14: Charging The Battery
Use the included charger to charge the battery. Be sure to charge the battery as it is not charged at the time of purchase. CB-2LX CB-2LXE To protect the battery and prolong its life, do not charge it for longer than 24 hours continuously.
Page 15: Battery Charge Indicator
This is a normal characteristic of the battery and does not indicate a problem. However, if the battery bulges to the point where it will no longer fit into the camera, please contact a Canon Customer Support Help Desk. •...
Page 16: Compatible Memory Cards (Sold Separately)
Compatible Memory Cards (Sold Separately) The cards below can be used without restrictions on their capacities. • SD memory cards* • SDHC memory cards* • SDXC memory cards* • MultiMediaCards • MMCplus memory cards • HC MMCplus memory cards • Eye-Fi Cards * This memory card complies with the SD standards.
Page 17: Insert The Memory Card
Terminals Battery lock Label What if [Memory card locked] appears on the screen? SD, SDHC, SDXC memory cards, and Eye-Fi cards have a write-protect tab. If this tab is in the locked position, [Memory card locked] will appear on the screen and you will not be able to take or erase images.
Page 18: Removing The Battery And Memory Card
Inserting the Battery and Memory Card Removing the Battery and Memory Card Number of Shots per Memory Card Memory Card Number of Shots • Values are based on the default settings. • The number of shots that can be taken will vary depending on camera settings, the subject and the memory card used.
Page 19: Setting The Date And Time
Setting the Date and Time The Date/Time settings screen will appear the first time the camera is turned on. Since the dates and times recorded into your images are based on these settings, be sure to set them. Reappearing Date/Time screen Set the correct date and time.
Page 20: Changing The Date And Time
Setting the Date and Time Daylight saving time settings in Step 2 on p. 19 and press the op buttons or turn the Â If you choose dial to choose , you will set the time to daylight saving (1 hour ahead). Changing the Date and Time You can change the current date and time settings.
Page 21: Setting The Display Language
Setting the Display Language You can change the language that displays on the screen. What if the clock appears when the m button is pressed? The clock will appear if too much time passes between pressing the m button and the n button in Step 2. If the clock appears, press the m button to remove the clock and repeat Step 2.
Page 22: Formatting Memory Cards
Before you use a new memory card or one that has been formatted in other devices, you should format the card with this camera. Formatting (initializing) a memory card erases all data on the memory card. As you cannot retrieve the erased data, exercise adequate caution before formatting the memory card.
Page 23: Pressing The Shutter Button
Formatting or erasing data on a memory card merely changes the file management information on the card and does not ensure its contents are completely erased. Be careful when transferring or disposing of a memory card. When disposing of a memory card, take precautions such as physically destroying the card to prevent personal information leaks.
Page 24: Taking Pictures (Smart Auto)
Since the camera can determine the subject and shooting conditions, you can let it automatically select the best settings for the scene and just shoot. The camera can also detect and focus on faces, setting the color and brightness to optimal levels. Focus range (approx.) Zoom bar Turn on the camera.
Page 25 AF Frame What if... • What if the color and brightness of the images do not turn out as expected? The scene icon (p. 185) that appears on the screen may not match the actual scene. If this happens, try shooting in G mode (p. 81). •...
Page 26 Taking Pictures (Smart Auto) • What if a frame does not appear on the subject you want to shoot? The subject may not be detected, and frames may appear on the background. If this happens, try shooting in G mode (p. 81). •...
Page 27: Viewing Images
Viewing Images You can view the images you have taken on the screen. Switching to Shooting mode Pressing the shutter button halfway, or turning the mode dial in Playback mode switches the camera to Shooting mode. Enter Playback mode. Press the 1 button. The last image you took will appear.
Page 28: Erasing Images
Erasing Images You can choose and erase images one at a time. Please note that erased images cannot be recovered. Exercise adequate caution before erasing an image. Enter Playback mode. Press the 1 button. The last image you took will appear. Choose an image to erase.
Page 29: Shooting Or Viewing Images In Easy Mode
Shooting or Viewing Images in Easy Mode In Easy mode, operational instructions are displayed on the screen, and the camera is set so that only the buttons, the zoom lever and the movie button (p. 30) explained on this page are functional. This prevents incorrect operation of the camera, allowing even beginners to take and view worry-free pictures.
Page 30: Shooting Movies
Shooting Movies The camera will determine the subject and shooting conditions, and select the best settings for the scene. Remaining Time Elapsed Time Choose A mode. Set the mode dial to A. Compose the shot. Moving the zoom lever toward i will zoom in on your subject, making it appear larger.
Page 31: Shooting Time
Microphones Zooming while shooting Pressing the zoom lever while shooting will zoom in on or out from the subject. However, operation sounds will be recorded. When the mode dial is set to A, the icon for the determined scene will •...
Page 32: Viewing Movies
Viewing Movies You can view the movies you have shot on the screen. How can I play back movies on a computer? Install the included software (p. 34). • When watching a movie on a computer, frames may drop, it may not play smoothly, and the audio may stop suddenly depending on the computer’s capabilities.
Page 33: Transferring Images To A Computer For Viewing
You can use the included software to transfer images you have shot with the camera to a computer for viewing. If you are already using software included with another Canon-brand compact digital camera, install the software from the included CD-ROM, overwriting your current installation.
Page 34: Install The Software
Transferring Images to a Computer for Viewing Macintosh Mac OS X (v10.5 – v10.6) Computer model The above OS should be pre-installed on computers with built-in USB ports. Intel Processor (still images), Core 2 Duo 2.6 GHz or higher (movies) Mac OS X v10.6: 1 GB or more (still images), 2 GB or more (movies) Mac OS X v10.5: 512 MB or more (still images), 2 GB or more...
Page 35 Transferring Images to a Computer for Viewing When the installation finishes, click [Restart] or [Finish]. Remove the CD-ROM. Remove the CD-ROM when your desktop screen appears. Macintosh Place the CD in the computer’s CD- ROM drive. Place the supplied CD-ROM (DIGITAL CAMERA Solution Disk) (p.
Page 36 For Windows 7, use the following steps to display CameraWindow. Click on the task bar. In the screen that appears, click the Choose [Downloads Images From Canon Camera using Canon CameraWindow] and click [OK]. Double click Turn on the camera.
Page 37: Transfer And View Images
Transfer and View Images You can transfer images even without using the image transfer function in the included software by simply connecting your camera to a computer. There are, however, the following limitations. • It may take a few minutes from when you connect the camera to the computer until you can transfer images.
Page 38: Accessories
Battery Charger CB-2LX/CB-2LXE* *Also available for purchase separately. Memory Card USB card reader High-Definition TV Battery Charger CB-2LX/CB-2LXE A charger for charging Battery Pack NB- Battery Pack NB-5L Rechargeable lithium-ion battery. DIGITAL CAMERA Solution Disk Windows/Macintosh Canon-Brand PictBridge Compliant Printers...
Page 39: Other Accessories
Using Accessories Abroad The battery charger and the AC adapter kit can be used in regions that have 100 – 240 V (50/60 Hz) AC power. If the plug does not fit the outlet, use a commercially available plug adapter. Do not use electrical transformers for foreign travel as they will cause damage.
Page 40 Use of genuine Canon accessories is recommended. This product is designed to achieve excellent performance when used with genuine Canon accessories. Canon shall not be liable for any damage to this product and/or accidents such as fire, etc., caused by the malfunction of non-genuine Canon accessories (e.g., a leakage and/or explosion of a battery pack).
Page 41: Learning More
Learning More This chapter explains the parts of the camera and what appears on the screen, as well as the basic operating instructions.
Page 42: Components Guide
Lamp (pp. 58, 75, 171) Microphone (p. 31) Lens Zoom Lever Shooting: i (Telephoto) / j (Wide Angle) (pp. 24, 30, 55) Playback: k (Magnify) / g (Index) (pp. 124, 128) Mode Dial Use the mode dial to change the Shooting mode. P, Tv, Av, M, Mode Choose settings yourself to take various types of...
Page 43 Screen (LCD Monitor) (pp. 44, 184, 186) Power Button (p. 19) Mode Dial (p. 42) Indicator (p. 45) A/V OUT (Audio/Video Output) / DIGITAL Terminal (pp. 35, 132, 152) HDMI Terminal (p. 133) n Button (p. 47) l (Display) Button (p. 44) 1 (Playback) Button (pp.
Page 44: Screen Display
Switching the Display You can change the screen display using the l button. Refer to p. 184 for details on information that appears on the screen. Shooting Information Display Playback No Information Simple Information Display You can also switch the display by pressing the l button while the image displays right after shooting.
Page 45: Indicator
Histogram during Playback High Dark Bright GPS Information Display • When a signal is not correctly received from a GPS satellite, [---] will appear in place of numerical values for items where positioning data is incomplete. • UTC stands for “Coordinated Universal Time”, and is approximately equivalent to Greenwich Mean Time.
Page 46: Func. Menu - Basic Operations
FUNC. Menu – Basic Operations Commonly used functions can be set with the FUNC. menu. The menu items and options differ depending on the Shooting mode or Playback mode (pp. 188 – 191, 197). Available Options Menu Items Display the FUNC. menu. Press the m button.
Page 47: Menu - Basic Operations
MENU – Basic Operations Various functions can be set from the menus. The menu items are organized under tabs, such as for shooting (4) and playback (1). The options differ depending on the Shooting mode and the Playback mode (pp. 192 – 197). Display the menu.
Page 48: Changing The Sound Settings
Changing the Sound Settings You can silence or adjust the volume of camera sounds. Muting Sounds You can also mute camera sounds by holding down the l button and • turning on the power. • If you mute camera sounds, the sound will also be muted when playing back movies (p.
Page 49: Adjusting The Volume
Adjusting the Volume Changing the Sound Settings Display the menu. Press the n button. Choose [Volume]. Move the zoom lever to choose the 3 tab. Press the op buttons or turn the Â dial to choose [Volume], then press the m button.
Page 50: Adjusting The Screen Brightness
Adjusting the Screen Brightness The screen brightness can be adjusted in two ways. Using the Menu Using the l Button • The next time you turn on the camera, the screen will be at the brightness setting chosen from the 3 tab. When you have set the brightness to its highest setting in the 3 tab, you •...
Page 51: Returning The Camera To Default Settings
Returning the Camera to Default Settings When you have mistakenly changed a setting, you can reset the camera to the default settings. Are there functions that cannot be reset? • The [Date/Time] (p. 20), [Language] (p. 21), [Video System] (p. 132), [Time Zone] (p.
Page 52: Power Saving Function (Auto Power Down)
Power Saving Function (Auto Power Down) To save battery power, the screen turns off, and the camera shuts down automatically when it is not operated for a certain time. Power Saving during Shooting The screen will turn off approximately 1 minute after you stop operating the camera.
Page 53: Shooting With Commonly Used Functions
Shooting with Commonly This chapter explains how to use common functions, such as the self- timer, and how to turn off the flash. This chapter assumes that the camera is set to A mode. When shooting • in another mode, check which functions are available in that mode (pp. 188 –...
Page 54: Turning The Flash Off
Turning the Flash Off You can shoot with the flash turned off. What if a flashing When you press the shutter button halfway in low light conditions where camera shake is likely, a flashing tripod to prevent it from moving. •...
Page 55: Zooming In More Closely On Subjects (Digital Zoom)
Zooming in More Closely on Subjects (Digital Zoom) You can use the digital zoom to zoom up to approximately 56x maximum, and capture subjects that are too far away for the optical zoom to enlarge. However, depending on the recording pixel setting (p. 60) and zoom factor, the images may appear coarse (the zoom factor will appear in blue).
Page 56 Zooming in More Closely on Subjects (Digital Zoom) Digital Tele-Converter The focal length of the lens can be increased by approximately 1.5x or approximately 2.0x. This enables a faster shutter speed and less chance of camera shake than the zoom (including digital zoom) used by itself at the same zoom factor.
Page 57: Inserting The Date And Time
Inserting the Date and Time You can insert the shooting date and time in the lower right corner of an image. Once inserted, however, they cannot be deleted. Be sure to check beforehand that the date and time are correctly set (p. 19). You can insert and print the shooting date in images which do not have an embedded date and time as follows.
Page 58: Using The Self-Timer
Using the Self-Timer The self-timer can be used to shoot a group photo that includes the photographer. The camera will shoot approximately 10 seconds after the shutter button is pressed. You can change the delay and number of shots (p. 59). Press the p button.
Page 59: Customizing The Self-Timer
Using the Self-Timer to Prevent Camera Shake The camera will shoot approximately 2 seconds after the shutter button is pressed, preventing any camera shake that occurs when pressing the shutter button. Customizing the Self-Timer You can set the delay (0 – 30 seconds) and the number of shots (1 – 10 shots).
Page 60: Changing The Recording Pixel Setting (Image Size)
Changing the Recording Pixel Setting (Image Size) You can choose from 4 recording pixel settings. Changing the Compression Ratio (Image Quality) You can choose from the following 2 compression ratios (image quality): (Fine), (Normal). Choose the recording pixel setting. After pressing the m button, press the op buttons or turn the Â...
Page 61 (Small) 0.3 M/640 x 480 • The values in the table are measured according to Canon standards and may change depending on the subject, memory card and camera settings. • The values in the table are based on 4:3 aspect ratio. If the aspect ratio is changed (p.
Page 63: Adding Effects And Shooting In Various Conditions
Adding Effects and Shooting in Various Conditions This chapter explains how to add effects and how to shoot in various conditions.
Page 64: Making Short Movies Automatically (Movie Digest)
Making Short Movies Automatically (Movie Digest) You can make a short movie of a day just by taking still images. Each time you take a picture, the scene just before taking your shot will be recorded as a movie. All the movies recorded that day will be saved as a single file.
Page 65: Shooting In Various Conditions
Shooting in Various Conditions The camera will select the necessary settings for the conditions in which you wish to shoot when you choose the matching mode. In C mode, images may appear coarse because the ISO speed (p. 85) is increased to match the shooting conditions.
Page 66: Shooting In Special Scenes
Shooting in Special Scenes The camera will select the necessary settings for the conditions in which you wish to shoot when you choose the matching mode. Enter K mode. Set the mode dial to K. Choose a Shooting mode. After pressing the m button, press the op buttons or turn the Â...
Page 67 Shooting in Special Scenes w Take shots of people at the beach (Beach) Lets you take shots of brightly lit people on sandy beaches where the reflected sunlight is strong. S Shoot underwater (Underwater) Lets you take natural-colored shots of aquatic life and underwater scenery when used with a waterproof case (sold separately) (p.
Page 68 Shooting in Special Scenes • mode, hold the camera firmly while shooting as multiple images are captured in succession. In t mode, attach the camera to a tripod to prevent the camera from • moving and blurring the image. Additionally, you should set [IS Mode] to [Off] when shooting with a tripod (p.
Page 69: Adding Effects And Shooting (Creative Filters)
Adding Effects and Shooting (Creative Filters) You can add various effects to images when shooting. Since you may not achieve the expected results with images shot in modes, try taking some test shots first. Enter mode. Set the mode dial to Choose a Shooting mode.
Page 70: Miniature Effect
Adding Effects and Shooting (Creative Filters) Shoot with the Effects of a Fish-Eye Lens (Fish- eye Effect) Lets you shoot with the distorting effect of a fish-eye lens. Since you may not achieve the expected results depending on the shooting conditions, try taking some test shots first.
Page 71 If you press the m button in Step 2, the horizontal/vertical orientation of • the frame will switch, and you can press the qr buttons to change the frame position when it is displayed vertically. • Holding the camera vertically will change the orientation of the frame. •...
Page 72: Shooting In Monochrome
Adding Effects and Shooting (Creative Filters) Shooting in Monochrome You can shoot images in black and white, sepia or blue and white. Shoots in black and white. Sepia Shoots with sepia tones. Blue Shoots in blue and white. Choose Follow Steps 1 – 2 on p. 69 to choose Choose a color tone.
Page 73: Changing The Color And Shooting
Changing the Color and Shooting You can change the look of an image when shooting. However, depending on shooting conditions, the image may become coarse, or the colors may not come out as expected. Color Accent You can choose to retain a single color and change the rest to black and white in a composition.
Page 74 Adding Effects and Shooting (Creative Filters) Color Swap You can swap one color in an image for another when recording it. You can only swap one color. • Using the flash may cause unexpected results in this mode. • Under some conditions, the image may appear coarse. Choose Y.
Page 75: Detecting A Face And Shooting (Smart Shutter)
Detecting a Face and Shooting (Smart Shutter) Detecting a Smile and Shooting The camera will shoot, even without pressing the shutter button, when it detects a smile. What if a smile is not detected? Smiles are easier to detect if the subject faces the camera, and opens their mouth enough to show some teeth when smiling.
Page 76 Detecting a Face and Shooting (Smart Shutter) Using the Wink Self-Timer Point the camera at a person and press the shutter button fully. The camera will shoot approximately two seconds after it detects a wink. What if a wink is not detected? •...
Page 77: Using The Face Self-Timer
• Shutting both eyes will also be detected as a wink. • If a wink is not detected, the shutter will release approximately 15 seconds later. • If there are no people in the shot when the shutter button is pressed fully, the camera will shoot after a person enters the shot and winks.
Page 78: Capturing The Best Facial Expressions (Best Image Selection)
Capturing the Best Facial Expressions (Best Image Selection) Changing the number of shots in Step 1, press the op buttons. After choosing Even if your face is not detected after joining the subjects, the shutter will release approximately 15 seconds later. Capturing the Best Facial Expressions (Best Image Selection) The camera takes 5 continuous shots, then detects various aspects of the...
Page 79: High-Speed Continuous Shooting (High-Speed Burst)
High-Speed Continuous Shooting (High-speed Burst) You can shoot continuously at a maximum speed of approximately 8.1 images/second while the shutter button is pressed fully and held. • The recording pixel setting will be fixed at • The focus, brightness and white balance will be set with the first shot. •...
Page 80: Shooting Stitch Assist Images
Shooting Stitch Assist Images Large subjects can be split into several shots that can later be merged together using the included software on a computer to create a panoramic image. This function is not available when a TV is used as a display (p. 101). Choose x or v.
Page 81: Choosing Settings Yourself
Choosing Settings Yourself In this chapter you will learn how to use the various functions in G mode to progressively advance your shooting skills. This chapter assumes that you have set the mode dial to G mode. • G stands for Program AE. •...
Page 82: Shooting In Program Ae
Shooting in Program AE You can choose the settings for various functions to suit your preferences. AE stands for Auto Exposure. What if the shutter speed and aperture value appear in orange? If a correct exposure cannot be obtained when pressing the shutter button halfway, the shutter speed and aperture value appear in orange.
Page 83: Adjusting The Brightness (Exposure Compensation)
Adjusting the Brightness (Exposure Compensation) You can adjust the standard exposure set by the camera in 1/3-stop increments in the range of -2 to +2. Adjusting the White Balance The white balance (WB) function sets the optimal white balance for natural looking colors to match the shooting conditions.
Page 84: Custom White Balance
Adjusting the White Balance Custom White Balance You can adjust the white balance to match the light source at the shooting location. Make sure that you set the white balance under the light source of the actual scene you will shoot. If you change camera settings after recording white balance data, the tone may not turn out properly.
Page 85: Changing The Iso Speed
• B stands for blue and A for amber. • You can also manually correct the white balance by recording custom white balance data (p. 84) and then following the steps on p. 84. • Even if you change the white balance setting in Step 2 after making adjustments in the correction level, those adjustments will be retained.
Page 86: Changing The Aspect Ratio
Changing the Aspect Ratio You can change the width to height ratio of an image. The same aspect ratio as the screen of this camera, used for displaying on wide- screen HD (high definition) TVs. The same aspect ratio as 35mm film, used for printing out 5 x 7 in. or postcard sized images.
Page 87: Continuous Shooting
Continuous Shooting As long as you hold the shutter button down, the camera will shoot continuously. Maximum Speed Mode (Approx. images/sec.) Continuous Continuous Shooting AF Continuous Shooting LV* * When in t mode (p. 67), AF lock (p. 94) or manual focus modes (p. 96), change to •...
Page 88: Changing The Tone Of An Image (My Colors)
Changing the Tone of an Image (My Colors) You can change the tone of an image, for example to sepia or black and white, when shooting. My Colors Off Vivid Neutral Sepia Positive Film Lighter Skin Tone Darker Skin Tone Vivid Blue Vivid Green Vivid Red...
Page 89: Correcting The Brightness And Shooting (I-Contrast)
Custom Color The contrast, sharpness, color saturation, red, green, blue, and skin tones in an image can be chosen and set at 5 different levels. Correcting the Brightness and Shooting (i-Contrast) The camera can detect areas in the scene, such as faces or backgrounds, that are too bright or dark and automatically adjust them to the optimum brightness when shooting.
Page 90: Changing The Af Frame Mode
Changing the AF Frame Mode You can change the AF (Auto Focus) frame mode to match the scene you want to shoot. Center The AF frame is locked to the center. This is effective for focusing on a specific point. You can reduce the AF frame size Press the n button to choose [AF Frame Size] from the 4 tab, then •...
Page 91: Face Detect
Face Detect • Detects people’s faces and sets the focus, exposure (evaluative metering only) and white balance ( • When the camera is pointed at subjects, a white frame appears on the face the camera judges to be the main subject, and gray frames (max. 2) will appear on other faces.
Page 92: Choosing The Subject To Focus On (Tracking Af)
Choosing the Subject to Focus On (Tracking AF) You can choose the subject you want to focus on and shoot. Choose [Tracking AF]. Press the n button to choose [AF Frame] from the 4 tab, then press the qr buttons to choose [Tracking AF]. will appear in the center of the screen.
Page 93: Changing The Focusing Range (Macro)
• The camera will detect a subject even if you press the shutter button half way without pressing the q button. When shooting completes, appear in the center of the screen. • Servo AF (p. 95) is fixed to [On]. •...
Page 94: Shooting With The Af Lock
Shooting with the AF Lock The focus can be locked. After locking the focus, the focal distance will not change even when you release your finger from the shutter button. Magnifying the Focal Point If you press the shutter button halfway, the AF frame will magnify and you can check the focus.
Page 95: Shooting With Servo Af
What if the display does not magnify? The display will not appear magnified in [Face Detect] if a face cannot be detected or is too big in relation to the screen. In [Center], it will not appear magnified if the camera cannot focus.
Page 96: Shooting In Manual Focus Mode
Shooting in Manual Focus Mode You can use manual focus when auto focus is not possible. If you press the shutter button halfway after roughly focusing manually, you can fine tune the focus. MF indicator • You cannot change the AF frame mode or size while focusing manually (p.
Page 97: Changing The Metering Method
Changing the Metering Method You can change the metering method (brightness measuring function) to match the shooting conditions. For standard shooting conditions, including back lit shots. Evaluative Automatically adjusts the exposure to match the shooting conditions. Center Averages the light metered from the entire frame, but gives greater Weighted Avg.
Page 98: Shooting With The Fe Lock
Shooting with the FE Lock Program Shift If you lock the exposure and turn the Â dial, you can change the shutter speed and aperture value combination. Shooting with the FE Lock Just as with the AE lock (p. 97), you can lock the exposure for shooting with the flash.
Page 99: Adjusting The Flash Exposure Compensation
Adjusting the Flash Exposure Compensation Just like with exposure compensation (p. 83), you can adjust the exposure ±2 stops in 1/3-stop increments when using the flash. Safety FE The camera automatically changes the shutter speed or aperture value when the flash fires to avoid overexposing and blowing out the highlights in the scene.
Page 100: Shooting With Slow Synchro
Shooting with Slow Synchro You can make the main subject, such as people, appear bright by having the camera provide the appropriate illumination with the flash. At the same time, you can use a slow shutter speed to brighten the background that the light from the flash cannot reach.
Page 101: Checking For Shut Eyes
Red-eye correction may be applied to areas other than red eyes. For example, when red make-up has been used around eyes. • You can also correct recorded images (p. 150). If you press the r button then immediately press the n button when •...
Page 102: Using The Gps Function
Using the GPS Function This function uses signals received from multiple GPS satellites to record location information (latitude, longitude, elevation) in still images and movies. The location information data can also be recorded separately from images and movies. Additionally, this function can be used to automatically update the camera’s clock.
Page 103 Turning the GPS Function On Reception Status Display (Displayed) GPS satellite signal received. The camera’s positioning data or the shooting date can be recorded. (Flashing) Searching for GPS satellite. (Displayed) Cannot receive GPS satellite signal. What if appears on the screen and you cannot receive a GPS satellite signal? GPS Signal Receiver Using the GPS Function...
Page 104: View
Using the GPS Function Recording Location Information and the Shooting Date in Images You can record and check the location information (latitude, longitude, elevation) and the shooting date in your images and movies (pp. 45, 104). If you use the included software (p. 2), you can also view the still images and movies you have shot on a map, using the location information recorded while shooting.
Page 105: Turn Off The Camera
How do I check if a GPS log file was created? will appear in the upper right of the screen in Step 2 when a GPS log file is created. If this icon appears, exercise caution when formatting a memory card (pp.
Page 106 Using the GPS Function • If you remove the battery after Step 4 on p. 105, the logger function will be temporarily disabled. When switching the battery, turn the camera on and then off again to enable the logger function. •...
Page 107: Getting More Out Of Your Camera
Getting More Out of Your Camera This chapter explains how to shoot in M, B and D modes. • This chapter assumes that the camera has been set to the corresponding mode.
Page 108: Setting The Shutter Speed
Setting the Shutter Speed You can set the shutter to the speed at which you want to shoot. The camera will set the appropriate aperture value for the shutter speed you set. M stands for “Time value”. Available Shutter Speeds 15", 13", 10", 8", 6", 5", 4", 3"2, 2"5, 2", 1"6, 1"3, 1", 0"8, 0"6, 0"5, 0"4, 0"3, 1/4, 1/5, 1/6, 1/8, 1/10, 1/13, 1/15, 1/20, 1/25, 1/30, 1/40, 1/50, 1/60, 1/80, 1/100, 1/125, 1/160, 1/200, 1/250, 1/320, 1/400, 1/500, 1/640, 1/800, 1/1000, 1/1250, 1/1600, 1/2000, 1/2500,...
Page 109: Setting The Aperture Value
Setting the Aperture Value You can set the aperture to a value at which you want to shoot. The camera will set the appropriate shutter speed for the aperture value you set. B stands for “Aperture value”, which refers to the size of the aperture opening inside the lens.
Page 110: Setting The Shutter Speed And Aperture Value
Setting the Shutter Speed and Aperture Value You can manually set the shutter speed and aperture to shoot images with the exposure you want. D stands for “Manual”. Aperture Value Shutter Speed Standard Exposure Level Exposure Level Exposure Level Indicator •...
Page 111: Adjusting The Flash Output
Adjusting the Flash Output In D mode, you can choose 3 levels of flash output. You can also set the flash output by pressing the n button to choose • [Flash Settings] (p. 100) from the 4 tab, then choose [Flash Output] and press the qr buttons to choose a setting.
Page 113: Using Various Functions For Shooting Movies
Using Various Functions for This chapter serves as a more advanced version of the “Shooting Movies” and “Viewing Movies” sections in Chapter 1, and explains how to use various functions for shooting and viewing movies. This chapter assumes that you have set the mode dial to E. However, •...
Page 114: Shooting Movies In E Mode
ZoomBrowser EX or ImageBrowser. If you are using an earlier version of the software, download the latest version from the Canon home page. You can check the version of the included software on the top of the CD-ROM (p. 2).
Page 115: Shooting Various Kinds Of Movies
Shooting Various Kinds of Movies Just as with still images, you can let the camera select the best settings for the scene or add various effects while shooting movies. I Portrait J Landscape Miniature Effect Monochrome Super Vivid Poster Effect T Color Accent •...
Page 116: Changing The Image Quality
*1 13 min. 35 sec. for iFrame movies (p. 114). *2 55 min. 38 sec. for iFrame movies (p. 114). • Based on Canon’s testing standards. • Recording will automatically stop when the clip file size reaches 4 GB, or when the...
Page 117: Shooting Super Slow Motion Movies
Shooting Super Slow Motion Movies You can shoot fast moving subjects and play them back in slow motion. Audio will not be recorded. Frame Rates and Playback Times (for 30 Sec. Clips) Frame Rate 240 frames/sec. 120 frames/sec. Viewing super slow motion movies •...
Page 118: Shoot Movies That Look Like A Miniature Model (Miniature Effect)
Shoot Movies That Look Like a Miniature Model (Miniature Effect) • The recording pixel setting will be fixed at when shooting in • Even if you press the zoom lever, the zoom will not operate while shooting. • The focus, exposure and white balance will be set when the movie button is pressed.
Page 119: Ae Lock/Exposure Shift
Playback Speeds and Estimated Playback Times (for 1 Min. Clips) Speed • The image quality will be fixed at chosen, and If you press the m button in Step 2, the horizontal/vertical orientation of • the frame will switch, and you can press the qr buttons to change the frame position when it is displayed vertically.
Page 120: Using The Wind Filter
Using the Wind Filter Wind Filter suppresses noise when the wind is strong. However, unnatural sound may result when used to record in locations with no wind. Other Shooting Functions The following functions can be used in the same way as for still images. However, depending on the Shooting mode, settings may not be available or may not have any effect.
Page 121: Editing
Editing You can trim the beginnings and ends of recorded movies. Movie Editing Panel Movie Editing Bar Choose *. Follow Steps 1 – 3 on p. 32 to choose *, then press the m button. The movie editing panel and the movie editing bar will appear.
Page 122: Save The Edited Movie
Editing • When [Overwrite] is chosen in Step 4, the unedited movie is overwritten with the edited movie, erasing the original. • When there is not enough space left on the memory card, only [Overwrite] can be chosen. • If the battery is depleted partway through saving, the edited movie clips may not be saved.
Page 123: Using Various Playback And Editing Functions
Using Various Playback and This chapter explains various ways to play back and edit images. Press the 1 button to enter Playback mode before operating the camera. • • It may not be possible to play back or edit images that have been edited on a computer, have had their file names changed, or have been taken on a different camera.
Page 124: Quickly Searching Images
Searching Images Using Index Display Displaying multiple images at the same time lets you quickly find the image you want. Searching Images Using the Control Dial Turning the Â dial will display images in a line letting you quickly search them.
Page 125: Viewing Images In Filtered Playback
Viewing movies made with Movie Digest You can select movies made in Viewing Images in Filtered Playback When there are many images on the memory card, you can filter and display them by a specified filter. You can also protect (p. 135) or delete (p. 138) all images at once while filtered.
Page 126: Viewing Slideshows
Viewing Slideshows Search filters Favorites Displays the images tagged as favorites (p. 140) Shot Date Displays the images shot on a specified date My Category Displays the images of a specified category (p. 141) Displays still images, movies or movies made in Still image/Movie (p.
Page 127: Changing Settings
If you press the qr buttons or turn the Â dial during playback, the image • will switch. If you keep the qr buttons pressed, you can fast-forward through images. • The power saving function (p. 52) does not work during slideshows. Changing Settings You can set a slideshow to repeat, or change transition effects and the time that slideshow images are displayed.
Page 128: Magnifying Images
Magnifying Images Approximate Location of Displayed Area In magnified display, pressing the n button restores single image • playback. • Movies cannot be magnified. Viewing Each Image in a Group Grouped images taken in Move the zoom lever toward k. The display will zoom in on the image.
Page 129: Ungrouping Images
Group playback In group playback (Step 3 above), you can use the FUNC. menu functions that appear when you press the m button, as well as search (p. 124) and magnify (p. 128) images. You can process all the images in a group at once while performing operations in “Protecting Images”...
Page 130: Displaying Various Images (Smart Shuffle)
Displaying Various Images (Smart Shuffle) The camera will choose four images based on the displayed image. If you choose one of those images, the camera will select four more images letting you enjoy playing back images in an unexpected order. This will work best if you take many shots of various scenes.
Page 131: Checking The Focus
Checking the Focus You can magnify the area of a recorded image that was inside the AF frame to check the focus. The focus check display is not available for movies. Changing Image Transitions You can choose from 3 transition effects when switching between images in single image playback.
Page 132: Viewing Images On A Tv
Viewing Images on a TV Viewing Images on a Standard TV Using the supplied stereo AV cable (p. 2), you can connect the camera to a TV to view images you have shot. White Yellow Yellow White What if the images don’t display correctly on the TV? Images will not display correctly if the camera’s video output setting (NTSC/PAL) does not match the TV system.
Page 133: Display Images
Viewing Images on a High-Definition TV Using the separately sold HDMI Cable HTC-100, you can connect the camera to an HD TV to view images you have shot. The supplied stereo AV and interface cables and the separately sold HDMI Cable HTC-100 cannot be plugged into the camera at the same time.
Page 134 Viewing Images on a TV Summary of the Camera Control Panel Displayed on the TV Return Group playback Play movie Slideshow Index playback l Change display • If you operate the controls on the camera, you will not be able to control the camera with the TV’s remote control until you return to single image playback.
Page 135: Protecting Images
Protecting Images You can protect important images so that they cannot be accidentally erased with the camera (pp. 28, 138). Using the Menu Choosing Images Individually Protect the image. After pressing the m button, press the op buttons or turn the Â dial to choose :, then press the m button again.
Page 136 Protecting Images If you switch to Shooting mode or turn off the power before performing the operations in Step 3, images will not be protected. Select Range Choose images. Press the qr buttons or turn the Â dial to choose an image, then press the m button.
Page 137: Protect Images
Choose images with the Â dial You can also choose the first or last image by turning the Â dial when the upper screen in Steps 2 and 3 is displayed. Choose All Images You can unlock groups of protected images if you choose [Unlock] in Step 4, while in [Select Range] or Step 2 while in [All Images].
Page 138: Erasing All Images
Erasing All Images You can choose images and then erase them in groups. Since erased images cannot be recovered, exercise adequate caution before erasing. Protected images (p. 135) cannot be erased. Choose a selection method Choosing Images Individually Choose [Erase]. Press the n button to choose [Erase] from the 1 tab, then press the m button.
Page 139 Select Range Choose All Images Choose [Select Range]. Follow Step 2 on p. 138 to choose [Select Range], then press the m button. Choose images. Follow Steps 2 and 3 on p. 136 to choose images. Erase. Press the p button to choose [Erase], then press the m button.
Page 140: Tagging Images As Favorites
Tagging Images as Favorites When you tag images as favorites, you can easily categorize just those images. You can also filter out just those images for viewing, protecting or erasing (p. 125). Using the Menu Make the setting. After pressing the m button, press the op buttons or turn the Â...
Page 141: Organizing Images By Category (My Category)
If you switch to Shooting mode or turn off the power before completing the setting in Step 3, images will not be tagged as favorites. If you use Windows 7 or Windows Vista and transfer tagged images to the computer, they will be given a star rating of 3 ( movies).
Page 142: Using The Menu
Organizing Images by Category (My Category) If you switch to Shooting mode or turn off the power before completing the setting in Step 3, images will not be tagged as My Category. Using the Menu Complete the setting. If you press the n button, a confirmation screen will appear.
Page 143: Choosing Images Individually
Choosing Images Individually If you switch to Shooting mode or turn off the power before completing the setting in Step 4, images will not be tagged as My Category. Organizing Images by Category (My Category) Choose [Select]. Follow Step 2 on p. 142 to choose [Select], then press the m button.
Page 144 Organizing Images by Category (My Category) Select Range If you choose [Deselect] in Step 4, you can deselect all of the images in the [Select Range] category. Choose [Select Range]. Follow Step 2 on p. 142 to choose [Select Range], then press the m button. Choose images.
Page 145: Rotating Images
Rotating Images You can change the orientation of an image and save it. Using the Menu • Movies with an image quality setting of • Images cannot be rotated if [Auto Rotate] is set to [Off] (p. 174). Choose \. After pressing the m button, press the op buttons or turn the Â...
Page 146: Resizing Images
Resizing Images You can resize images to a lower pixel setting and save the resized image as a separate file. • You cannot resize an image to a larger size. • Images saved as • Movies cannot be edited. Choose [Resize]. Press the n button to choose [Resize] from the 1 tab, then press the m button.
Page 147: Trimming
Trimming You can cut out a portion of a recorded image and save it as a new image file. Trimming Area Trimming Area Display Recorded pixels after trimming • Images recorded at a pixel setting of (p. 146) cannot be edited. •...
Page 148: Adding Effects With The My Colors Function
Adding Effects with the My Colors Function You can change the color of an image and save it as a separate image. Refer to p. 88 for details on each menu item. If you repeatedly change the color of the same image, the quality will gradually deteriorate and you may not achieve the expected color.
Page 149: Correcting The Brightness (I-Contrast)
Correcting the Brightness (i-Contrast) The camera can detect areas in an image, such as faces or backgrounds, that are too dark and automatically adjust them to the optimum brightness. Also, when the overall image is lacking in contrast, the camera will automatically correct the image for a sharper impression.
Page 150: Correcting The Red-Eye Effect
Correcting the Red-Eye Effect You can automatically correct red eyes in images and save them as new files. • Some images may not be corrected properly. • When [Overwrite] in Step 4 is chosen, the uncorrected image is overwritten with the corrected data, erasing the original image. •...
Page 151: Printing
Canon-brand PictBridge compliant printer (sold separately). Canon-Brand PictBridge Compliant Printers • This chapter uses Canon-brand SELPHY CP series printers in the explanations. The displayed screens and available functions will differ depending on the printer. Please also refer to the Printer User Guide.
Page 152: Printing Images
Printing Images Easy Print You can easily print the pictures you take by connecting the camera to a PictBridge compliant printer (sold separately) using the supplied interface cable (p. 2). Turn off the camera and printer. Connect the camera to the printer. Open the cover and insert the cable’s small plug firmly into the camera terminal in the direction shown.
Page 153: Print Images
• Refer to p. 40 for Canon-brand Pictbridge compliant printers (sold separately). • Index printing is not available on certain Canon-brand PictBridge compliant printers (sold separately). Choose 2. After pressing the m button, press the op buttons or turn the Â dial to choose 2, then press the m button again.
Page 154: Making Print Settings
Printing Images Making Print Settings Default Date File No. Both Default Red-Eye 1 Red-Eye 2* Vivid* Vivid+NR* Face No. of Copies Trimming — Paper — Settings * Only appears when connected to a PIXMA series printer. Connect the camera to the printer. Follow Steps 1 –...
Page 155 Trimming and Printing (Trimming) You can cut out a portion of an image for printing. • You may not be able to trim images depending on the aspect ratio, or if they are too small. • Trimming photos with embedded dates may not show the dates properly. Choose [Trimming].
Page 156 Printing Images Choosing the Paper Size and Layout for Printing Choose [Paper Settings]. Follow Steps 1 – 2 on p. 154 to choose [Paper Settings], then press the m button. Choose a paper size. Press the op buttons or turn the Â dial to choose an option, then press the m button.
Page 157: Available Layout Options
Available Layout Options Default Follows the printer’s settings. Bordered Prints with a border. Borderless Prints without a border. N-up Choose how many copies of an image are printed on a sheet. Prints ID photos. ID Photo Only images with the same resolution as the camera’s L (Large) recording pixel setting and a 4:3 aspect ratio can be chosen.
Page 158: Connect The Camera To The Printer
Pressing the m button during printing will cancel printing. • • [ID Photo] and [Sequence] cannot be chosen on Canon brand PictBridge compliant printers from CP720/CP730 and earlier models. Connect the camera to the printer. Follow Steps 1 – 6 on p. 152 to display the screen on the left.
Page 159: Choosing Images For Printing (Dpof)
Choosing Images for Printing (DPOF) You can choose up to 998 images on a memory card for printing and specify settings such as the number of copies so that they can be printed together (p. 162) or processed at a photo developer service. These selection methods comply with the DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) standards.
Page 160: Choosing The Number Of Copies
Choosing Images for Printing (DPOF) Standard Print Type Index Both Date File No. Clear DPOF data • Some printers or photo developer services may not be able to reflect all of the settings in the prints. • may appear when using a memory card with print settings set by a different camera.
Page 161 Select Range Choosing Images for Printing (DPOF) Choose an image. Press the qr buttons or turn the Â dial to choose an image, then press the m button. You will be able to set the number of print copies. If you choose images in [Index], appears on the screen.
Page 162 Choosing Images for Printing (DPOF) Set All Images to Print Once Clearing All Selections Printing chosen images (DPOF) Choose [Select All Images]. Follow Step 1 on p. 160 to choose [Select All Images], then press the m button. Make print settings. Press the qr buttons or turn the Â...
Page 163: Customizing Camera Settings
Customizing Camera Settings You can customize various settings to suit your shooting preferences. The first part of this chapter explains convenient and commonly used functions. The latter part explains how to change shooting and playback settings to suit your purposes.
Page 164: Changing Camera Settings
Changing Camera Settings You can customize convenient and commonly used functions from the 3 tab (p. 47). Changing Sounds You can change each of the camera’s operation sounds. Even if you change the shutter sound, it will have no effect in (p.
Page 165: Low Level Memory Card Formatting
Low Level Memory Card Formatting Perform low level formatting when [Memory card error] appears, the camera does not operate properly, you think that the recording/reading speed of a memory card has dropped, or recording suddenly stops while shooting a movie. As you cannot retrieve the erased data, exercise adequate caution before formatting the memory card.
Page 166 Changing Camera Settings Changing the Start-up Screen You can change the start-up screen that appears when you turn on the camera. Registering Recorded Images as the Start-up Screen When you press the 1 button and set the camera to Playback mode, you can register an image.
Page 167 Register the start-up image or sounds with the included software The dedicated operation sounds and start-up images on the included software can be registered to the camera. Refer to the Software Guide for details. Changing the File Number Assignment Images you shoot are automatically assigned file numbers in the order they were taken, from 0001 –...
Page 168: Creating Folders By Shooting Date
Changing Camera Settings Creating Folders by Shooting Date Images are saved into folders created each month, however, you can also create folders by shooting date. Changing the Lens Retract Time For safety reasons, the lens retracts about 1 minute after pressing the 1 button when in a Shooting mode (p.
Page 169 Setting the Screen Shut-Off Time You can adjust the time the screen takes to shut off automatically (p. 52). This also works when [Auto Power Down] is set to [Off]. Using the World Clock When traveling abroad, you can record images with local dates and times simply by switching the time zone setting.
Page 170 Changing Camera Settings If you change the date or time in the time and date will automatically change. Changing the Displayed Units You can change the units that display in the MF indicator (p. 96), zoom bar (p. 24), and the altitude recorded with the GPS function (p. 45) from m/cm to ft/in.
Page 171: Changing Shooting Function Settings
Changing Shooting Function Settings If you set the mode dial to G, you can change the settings in the 4 tab (p. 47). Before attempting to shoot using a function explained in this section in modes other than G, check if the function is available in those modes (pp.
Page 172 Changing Shooting Function Settings Turning Off the Red-Eye Reduction Function The red-eye reduction lamp lights in order to reduce the red-eye effect that occurs when shooting in dark conditions with the flash. You can turn off this function. Changing the Image Display Time Right After Shooting You can change the length of time the images display right after shooting.
Page 173: Displaying Grid Lines
Displaying Grid Lines You can display grid lines on the screen for vertical and horizontal guidance while shooting. Grid lines will not be recorded on the image. Changing the IS-Mode Settings • If camera shake is too strong, attach the camera to a tripod. You should also set the IS Mode to [Off] when the camera is attached to a tripod.
Page 174: Changing Playback Function Settings
You can adjust the settings in the 1 tab by pressing the 1 button (p. 47). Turning Off the Auto Rotate Function When you play back images on the camera, images shot in vertical orientation automatically rotate and display vertically. You can turn off this function.
Page 175: Useful Information
Useful Information This chapter introduces how to use the AC adapter kit and Eye-Fi card (both sold separately), troubleshooting tips, and contains lists of functions and items that appear on the screen.
Page 176: Using Household Power
Using Household Power If you use AC Adapter Kit ACK-DC30 (sold separately), you can use the camera without worrying about how much charge is left in the battery. Terminals Do not unplug the plug or power cord with the camera turned on. This could erase images you have taken or damage the camera.
Page 177: Using An Eye-Fi Card
Using an Eye-Fi Card Before using an Eye-Fi card, be sure to check whether Eye-Fi card use is authorized in the country or territory of use (p. 16). When you put a prepared Eye-Fi card into the camera, you can automatically transfer your images wirelessly to a computer, or upload them to a web service.
Page 178: Checking Connection Information
Using an Eye-Fi Card • The power saving function does not work while transferring images (p. 52). • mode is chosen, the Eye-Fi connection will be interrupted. Choosing another Shooting mode or entering Playback mode will reopen the Eye-Fi connection, but movies made with retransferred.
Page 179: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting If you think there is a problem with the camera, first check the following. If the items below do not solve your problem, contact a Canon Customer Support Help Desk as listed on the included customer support list. Power You pressed the power button, but nothing happened.
Page 180 Troubleshooting • Shoot the subject within the focusing distance (p. 198). • Set the [AF-assist Beam] to [On] (p. 171). • Confirm that functions which you do not intend to use (macro, etc.) are not set. • Shoot using the focus lock or AF lock (pp. 90, 94). Even when you press the shutter button halfway, the AF frame does not appear, and the camera does not focus.
Page 181 Cannot make settings for shooting functions or FUNC. menu. • The items in which settings can be made differ depending on the shooting mode. Refer to “Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode” and “Shooting Menu” (pp. 188 – 195). Cannot operate buttons. When the mode dial is set to 9, some buttons cannot be used (p.
Page 182: List Of Messages That Appear On The Screen
Memory card error (p. 165) • If the same message appears even when a formatted memory card is installed in the correct direction, contact a Canon Customer Support Help Desk (p. 17). Insufficient space on card • There is not enough free space on the memory card to shoot (pp. 24, 29, 30, 53, 81, 114) or edit images (pp.
Page 183 If an error code appears directly after taking a picture, the shot may not have been recorded. Check the image in Playback mode. • If this error code reappears, note the Error number (Exx) and contact a Canon Customer Support Help Desk as there may be a problem with the camera. File Error •...
Page 184: Information Displayed On The Screen
Information Displayed on the Screen Shooting (Information Display) Eye-Fi Connection Status (p. 177) Battery Charge Indicator (p. 15) Camera Orientation* White Balance (p. 83) My Colors (p. 88) Drive Mode (p. 87) Self-Timer (p. 58) Camera Shake Warning (p. 26) Metering Method (p.
Page 185: Scene Icons
Exposure Compensation Amount (p. 83) Grid Lines (p. 173) Focusing Range (pp. 93, : Standard, : Held vertically When shooting, the camera detects if it is held vertically or horizontally, and adjusts settings accordingly for the best shot. It also detects orientation during playback, so you can hold the camera in either orientation and it will automatically rotate images for correct viewing.
Page 186 Information Displayed on the Screen Playback (Detailed Information Display) Switch Display (GPS Information Display) SX230 HS (p. 45) My Category (p. 141) Shooting Mode (p. 188) ISO Speed (p. 85), Playback Speed (pp. 117, 119) Exposure Compensation Amount (p. 83), Exposure Shift Amount (p.
Page 187 Summary of Movie Control Panel in “Viewing Movies” (p. 32) Exit Playback Slow motion playback (You can use the qr buttons or turn the Â dial to adjust the speed. Sound will not play back.) Skip backward* (Continues to skip backward if the m button is held.) Previous frame (Rewind if you hold down the m button.) Next frame (Fast forward if you hold down the m button.) Skip forward* (Continues to skip forward if the m button is held.)
Page 188: Functions Available In Each Shooting Mode
Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode Function Exposure Compensation (p. 83) Self-Timer (p. 58) Self-Timer Settings (p. 59) Flash (pp. 54, 82, 100) Av/Tv Settings (p. 107) Program Shift (p. 98) AE Lock/FE Lock (pp. 97, 98)* AE Lock(Movie)/Exposure Shift (p. 119) Focusing Range (p.
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Page 190 Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode Function Metering Method (p. 97) My Colors (p. 88) White Balance (p. 83) Underwater White Balance Compensation (p. 84) ISO Speed (p. 85) Flash Exposure Compensation (p. 99) Flash Output Settings (p. 111) Drive Mode (p. 87) Still Image Aspect Ratio (p.
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Page 192: Menus
Menus 4 Shooting Menu Function AF Frame (p. 90) AF Frame Size (p. 90)* Digital Zoom (p. 55) AF-Point Zoom (p. 94) Servo AF (p. 95) Continuous AF (p. 171) AF-assist Beam (p. 171) MF-Point Zoom (p. 96) Safety MF (p. 96) Flash Settings (pp.
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Page 194 Menus Function Review (p. 172) 2 sec. 3 – 10 sec./Hold Review Info (p. 172) Detailed/Focus Check Blink Detection (p. 101) Grid Lines (p. 173) IS Mode (p. 173) Continuous Shoot Only/Panning Date Stamp (p. 57) Date/Date & Time Shooting Modes D B M G —...
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Page 196: Print Menu
Menus 3 Set up Menu Item Mute On/Off* Volume Set all operation sounds (5 levels). Sound Options Set the sounds for each camera operation. Hints & Tips On*/Off LCD Brightness Sets screen brightness (5 levels). Start-up Image Add an image as a start-up image. Format Formats memory card, erasing all data File Numbering...
Page 197: Playback Mode Func. Menu
1 Playback Menu Item Slideshow Plays back images automatically. Erase Erases images (Select, Select Range, All Images). Protect Protects images (Select, Select Range, All Images). Rotate Rotates images. Favorites Tags or untags images as favorites. My Category Categorizes images (Select, Select Range). i-Contrast Corrects dark portions and contrast in still images.
Page 198: Specifications
Specifications Image Sensor Camera Effective Pixels ... Approx. 12.1 million pixels Lens Focal Length ... 14x zoom: 5.0 (W) – 70.0 (T) mm Focusing Range... 5 cm (2.0 in.) – infinity (W), 1 m (3.3 ft.) – infinity (T) Image Stabilizer (IS) System ... Lens-shift type Imaging Processor ...
Page 199 Shooting Modes...M, Av, Tv, P, Auto* Digital Zoom ...Still images/Movies: Approx. 4.0x (up to approx. 56x in Continuous Shooting Mode ...Continuous shooting, continuous shooting AF, Speed (Continuous Shooting) ...Approx. 3.2 shots/sec. (In P mode) Number of Shots (Approximate) (CIPA compliant) ...Approx. 210 Recording Media ...SD memory card, SDHC memory card, SDXC memory File Format ...Design rule for Camera File system, DPOF (Version 1.1) Data Type...
Page 200 Specifications Movies... Smart Auto, Standard: 1920 x 1080 pixels (24 fps* Interface ... Hi-Speed USB Direct Print Standard ... PictBridge Power Source... Battery Pack NB-5L Dimensions (CIPA compliant)...105.7 x 61.6 x 33.2 mm (4.16 x 2.42 x 1.31 in.) Weight (CIPA compliant) ... Approx. 223 g (7.87 oz.) (Including the battery and Large: 2992 x 2992, Medium 1: 2112 x 2112, Medium 2: 1200 x 1200, Small: 480 x 480 1280 x 720 (30 fps*...
Page 201 Dimensions...57.5 x 81.6 x 21.0 mm (2.26 x 3.21 x 0.83 in.) Weight ...Approx. 65 g (2.29 oz.) (CB-2LX) • All data is based on tests by Canon. • Camera specifications or appearance are subject to change without notice. (240 V) Approx.
Page 202: Index
Index AC Adapter Kit... 39, 176 Accessories ... 38 AE Lock ... 97, 119 AF Frames... 25, 90 Focus AF Lock ... 94, 184 Aspect Ratio ... 86 AUTO Mode (Shooting Mode)... 24, 42 Av (Shooting Mode)... 109 AV Cable ... 132 Battery Charge Indicator ...
Page 203 Focus AF Frames ... 90 AF Lock... 94 AF Point Zoom... 94 Servo AF... 95 Focus Check... 131 Focus Lock ... 90 Focusing Range Macro... 93 Manual Focus ... 96 Foliage (Shooting Mode) ... 67 Format Memory Cards, Formatting Formatting (Memory Card) ... 22, 165 Frame ...
Page 204 Index Program AE... 82 Protect ... 135 Recording Pixels (Image Size) ... 60 Red-Eye Correction... 100, 150 Resizing (Making Images Smaller)... 146 Rotate... 145 SCN (Shooting Mode) ... 66 Screen Display Language... 21 Information Display... 184, 186 Menu FUNC. Menu, Menu Switching the Display ...
Page 205: Handling Precautions
• Use a commercially available blower brush to remove dust from the lens. For stubborn dirt contact a Canon Customer Support Help Desk as listed on the customer support leaflet supplied with your camera. • When you move the camera rapidly from cold to hot temperatures, condensation may form on the internal or external surfaces of the camera.
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