Page 1 Camera User Guide ENGLISH • Make sure you read this guide before using the camera. • Store this guide safely so that you can use it in the future.
Page 2: Checking The Package Contents
Using the Manuals Also refer to the manuals on DIGITAL CAMERA Manuals Disk. • Camera User Guide (This Guide) Once you have mastered the basics, use the camera’s many features to shoot more challenging photos. • Personal Printing Guide Read when you want to connect the camera to a printer (sold separately) and print.
Page 3: Read This First
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Page 4: What Do You Want To Do
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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. Returning the Camera to Default Checking the Package Contents ..2 Settings........
Page 7 Two Second Self-Timer ..80 in Filtered Playback....109 Customizing the Self-Timer..... 81 Viewing Slideshows....... 111 Shooting Using a TV Monitor ..82 Checking the Focus....... 113 Changing the Composition with Magnifying Images ......114 the Focus Lock ......82 Changing Image Transitions ..
Page 8: Conventions Used In This Guide
(p. xx): Reference pages.“xx” stands for a page number. • This guide assumes all functions are at their default settings. • The various types of memory cards that can be used in this camera are collectively referred to as memory cards in this guide.
Page 9: Safety Precautions
Do not attempt to disassemble or alter any part of the equipment unless expressly indicated to do so in this guide. • To avoid the risk of injury, do not touch the interior of the camera if it has been dropped or otherwise damaged. •...
Page 10 Do not use if the power cord or plug are damaged, or not fully plugged into the outlet. • Do not allow dirt or metal objects (such as pins or keys) to contact the charger terminals or plug. This could result in fire or electrical shock.
Page 11 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: View Movies
Attaching the Strap/Holding the Camera • Be sure to attach the supplied strap to the camera and wrap it around your wrist when shooting to avoid dropping the camera. • Keep your arms tight against your body while holding the camera firmly by the sides.
Page 14: Charging The Battery
1 hour and 30 minutes. Remove the battery. ● Unplug the battery charger from the power outlet, then remove the battery by sliding it and up To protect the battery and prolong its life, do not charge it for longer than 24 hours continuously.
Page 15: Number Of Shots Can Be Taken
The battery charger can also be used when abroad. The charger 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 16: Compatible Memory Cards (Sold Separately)
Compatible Memory Cards (Sold Separately) • SD memory cards (2 GB and less)* • SDHC memory cards (More than 2 GB, up to and including 32 GB)* • SDXC memory cards (More than 32 GB)* • MultiMediaCards • MMCplus memory cards •...
Page 17: Insert The Memory Card
What if [Memory card locked] appears on the screen? SD, SDHC and SDXC memory 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...
Page 18: Removing The Battery And Memory Card
The number of shots that can be taken will vary depending on camera settings, the subject and the memory card used. Can you check the number of shots that can be taken? You can check the number of shots that can be taken when the camera is in a Shooting mode 24).
Page 19: Setting The Date And Time
Pressing the ON/OFF button will turn off the camera. Reappearing Date/Time screen Set the correct date and time. If you have not set the date and time, the Date/ Time screen will appear each time you turn on the camera. Daylight saving time settings...
Page 20: Changing The Date And Time
Date/Time battery • The camera has a built-in date/time battery (backup battery) that allows the date/time settings to be retained for about three weeks after the battery pack has been removed. • By inserting a charged battery or connecting an AC adapter kit (sold...
Page 21: Setting The Display Language
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
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
Pressing the Shutter Button To take images that are in focus, be sure to first press the shutter button lightly (halfway) to focus, then press fully to shoot. Press halfway (lightly to focus).
Page 24: Taking Pictures (Smart Auto)
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.
Page 25 Taking Pictures (Smart Auto) When the camera focuses, it will beep twice and AF frames will appear where the camera focused. Several AF frames will appear when the camera focuses on more than one point. AF Frame Shoot. ● Press the shutter button fully.
Page 26: Scene Icons
Dark Blue Color * Appears when the scene is dark and the camera is attached to a tripod. Under certain conditions, the icon that appears may not match the actual scene. Especially when there is an orange or blue colored background (a wall for example), or the “Including Blue Skies”...
Page 27 Your subject may be too close. Move the zoom lever toward j and hold it until the lens stops moving. The camera will be at its maximum wide angle setting and you will be able to focus on subjects that are about 3 cm (1.2 in.) or more away from the end of the lens.
Page 28: Viewing Images
Viewing Images You can view the images you have taken on the screen. Enter Playback mode. Press the 1 button. ● The last image you took will appear. Choose an image. ● Pressing the q button will cycle through the images in the reverse order they were taken, from the newest image to the oldest.
Page 29: 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.
Page 30: Shooting Movies
The camera can automatically select all settings so that you can shoot movies just by pressing the shutter button. If you continue shooting for a long time, the camera may become warm. This is not a malfunction. Enter E mode.
Page 31: Stop Shooting
Shooting times are based on default settings. • Maximum clip length is approx. 10 minutes. • Recording may stop even if the maximum clip length has not been reached on some memory cards. SD Speed Class 4 or higher memory cards are recommended.
Page 32: Viewing Movies
Viewing Movies You can view the movies you have shot on the screen. Enter Playback mode. Press the 1 button. ● The last image you shot will appear. appears on movies. Choose a movie. ● Press the qr buttons to choose a movie.
Page 33 • If you use the supplied software to copy the movie back onto the memory card, you can play back the movie smoothly with the camera. For enhanced playback you can also connect the camera to a TV.
Page 34: Transferring Images To A Computer For Viewing
PhotoStitch: 40 MB or more Display 1,024 x 768 pixels or higher * For Windows XP, Microsoft .NET Framework 3.0 or later (max. 500 MB) must be installed. Installation may take some time depending on your computer’s capabilities. Macintosh Mac OS X (v10.4 – v10.6)
Page 35: Install The Software
Transferring Images to a Computer for Viewing Preparations Windows Vista and Mac OS X (v10.5) are used for these explanations. Install the Software. Windows Place the CD in the computer’s CD-ROM drive. ● Place the supplied CD-ROM (DIGITAL CAMERA Solution Disk) (p.
Page 36: Turn On The Camera
For connection details, refer to the user guide provided with the computer. Turn on the camera. ● Press the 1 button to turn on the camera. Open CameraWindow. Windows ● Click [Downloads Images From Canon Camera using Canon CameraWindow].
Page 37: Transfer And View Images
You can transfer images without installing the included software by simply connecting your camera to a computer. There are, however, the following limitations. • After connecting to the camera, it may take a few minutes until you can transfer images. • Movies will not transfer correctly.
Page 38: Accessories
*Also available for purchase separately. Memory Card Card Reader Windows/Macintosh Canon-Brand PictBridge Compliant Printers Compact Photo Printers Inkjet Printers (SELPHY series) See the user guide supplied with the printer for more information on the printer and interface cables. TV/Video HDMI Cable HTC-100 High-Definition TV...
Page 39: Separately Sold Accessories
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...
Page 40: Other Accessories
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
108, 114) ON/OFF Button (p. 19) Mode Switch Use the mode switch to change a Shooting mode. You can leave it to the camera to select settings for fully automatic shooting(p. 24). You can shoot with the best settings for the scene (p.
Page 43 1 (Playback) Button e (Macro) (pp. 107) 72)/u (Infinity) (p. 72) q Button HDMI Terminal (p. 116) m FUNC./SET (Function/Set) Button A/V OUT (Audio/Video Output) (p. 115) / DIGITAL Terminal (pp. 134) (p. 46) h (Flash) / r Button Mode Switch (p.
Page 44: Screen Display
Display Display (p. 113) You can also switch the display by pressing the l button while the image displays right after shooting. However, Simple Information Display is not available. You can change the display that appears first by pressing the n button to choose the 4 tab, then setting [Review Info] 149).
Page 45: Indicator
The display automatically brightens when shooting in dark conditions, allowing you to check the composition (Night Display function). However, the brightness of the image on the screen, and the brightness of the actual image recorded may be different. Screen noise may appear and the movement of the subject may appear somewhat jagged on the screen.
Page 46: Func. Menu - Basic Operations
FUNC. Menu – Basic Operations Commonly used shooting functions can be set with the FUNC. menu. The menu items and options differ depending on the mode (pp. 162 – 165). You can also use the FUNC. menu in Playback mode.
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 available menu items differ depending on the mode (pp. 162 – 165).
Page 48: Changing The Sound Settings
Changing the Sound Settings You can silence or adjust the volume of camera sounds. Muting Sounds Display the menu. Press the n button. ● Choose [Mute]. ● Press the qr buttons to choose the 3 tab. ● Press the op buttons to choose [Mute], then press the qr buttons to choose [On].
Page 49: Changing The Screen Brightness
• The next time you turn on the camera, the screen will be at the brightness setting chosen in the 3 tab. • When you have set the brightness to its highest setting in the 3 tab,...
Page 50: 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. Display the menu. ● Press the n button. Choose [Reset All]. Press the qr buttons to choose the 3 ●...
Page 51: Low Level Memory Card Formatting
Perform low level formatting when you think that the recording/reading speed of a memory card has dropped. Performing a low-level format on a memory card erases all data on the memory card. As you cannot retrieve the erased data, exercise adequate caution before performing a low-level format.
Page 52: Power Saving Function (Auto Power Down)
The screen will turn off approximately 1 minute after the camera is last operated. After about 2 more minutes, the lens will retract and the power will turn off. When the screen has turned off but the lens has not yet retracted, pressing the shutter button halfway (p.
Page 53: Shooting In Special Conditions And Commonly Used Functions
When you choose a Shooting mode that matches a particular set of conditions, the camera will automatically select any necessary settings. All you need do is press the shutter button to take an optimized picture. • This chapter assumes the mode switch is set to A for “Turning the Flash Off”...
Page 54: 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. Set the mode switch to 4 42). Choose the Shooting mode. ● After pressing the m button, press the op buttons to choose G, then press the m button again.
Page 55 (Low Light) ● Depending on the scene, the ISO speed will be set higher and the shutter speed faster than in A mode so that you can shoot in dark places with reduced camera shake and subject blur. ● A recording pixel setting of...
Page 56 (Fireworks) ● Lets you take shots of fireworks in vivid colors. 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] 150). In F, V, ’ or S mode, images may appear coarse because the ISO speed (p.
Page 57: Adding Effects And Shooting
Adding Effects and Shooting You can add various effects to images when shooting. Shoot with the effects of a fish-eye lens (Fish-eye Effect) Lets you shoot with the distorting effect of a fish-eye lens. Choose ● Choose in Steps 1 – 2 on Choose an effect.
Page 58: Miniature Effect
Adding Effects and Shooting Take shots that look like a miniature model (Miniature Effect) Blurs chosen portions in the top and bottom of an image to produce the effect of a miniature model. Choose ● Choose in Steps 1 – 2 on Choose the area to keep in focus.
Page 59: Detecting A Smile And Shooting
Press the p button again to resume smile detection. 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. Changing the number of shots Press the l button, then press op buttons to choose the number of shots.
Page 60: Using The Wink Self-Timer
• Wink a bit slowly. • A wink may not be detected if eyes are covered by hair or a hat, or when wearing glasses. Changing the number of shots For the screen in Step 1, press the l button, then press the op buttons to...
Page 61: Using The Face Self-Timer
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. Using the Face Self-Timer To take a photo that includes the photographer, such as a group photo, compose the shot, and press the shutter button.
Page 62 Changing the number of shots For the screen in Step 1, press the l button, then press the op buttons to change the number of shots. Press the l button to accept the setting. Even if your face is not detected after joining the subjects, the shutter will...
Page 63: Turning The Flash Off
What if the indicator blinks orange and a flashing appears? When you press the shutter button halfway in low light conditions where camera shake is likely, the indicator will blink orange and a flashing will appear on...
Page 64: Zooming In Closely On Subjects (Digital Zoom)
Zooming in Closely on Subjects (Digital Zoom) You can use the digital zoom to zoom up to a maximum equivalent of 16x and capture subjects that are too far away for the optical zoom to enlarge. The images may appear coarse, however, depending on the recording pixel setting (p.
Page 65 Zooming in Closely on Subjects (Digital Zoom) Digital Tele-Converter The focal length of the lens can be increased by an equivalent of 1.7x or 2.1x. 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 66: 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 19).
Page 67: 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 activate approximately 10 seconds after the shutter button is pressed. Press the p button. Choose Ò. ● Press the op buttons to choose Ò, then press the m button.
Page 69: 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 the mode switch is set to 4 and the camera is in G mode. •...
Page 70: Shooting In Program Ae
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 are shown in orange. Try the following settings to obtain the correct exposure. •...
Page 71: Adjusting The Brightness (Exposure Compensation)
You can make the flash fire every time you shoot. At maximum wide angle, the flash range is approximately 30 cm – 4.0 m (12 in. – 13 ft.), and at maximum telephoto, it is 50 cm – 2.0 m (1.6 – 6.6 ft.) Choose h.
Page 72: Shooting Close-Ups (Macro)
The focus range (the distance range from your subject) is approximately 3 – 50 cm (1.2 in. – 1.6 ft.) from the end of the lens (when the zoom lever is moved toward j and held until the lens stops moving, which is the maximum wide angle setting of the lens).
Page 73: Changing The Recording Pixel Setting (Image Size)
, you cannot use Digital Zoom (p. 64) or Digital Tele- Converter 65). Changing the Compression Ratio (Image Quality) You can choose from the following two levels of compression ratio (image quality): (Fine), (Normal). Choose the compression ratio setting. ●...
Page 74 4320 x 2432 1291 2873 11766 • The values in the table are measured according to Canon standards and may change depending on the subject, memory card and camera settings. Approximate Values for Paper Size ● Suitable for sending images as e-mail attachments.
Page 75: Changing The Iso Speed
High Changing the ISO speed • Lowering the ISO speed results in sharper images, but there may be an increased chance of image blurring in certain shooting conditions. • Raising the ISO speed results in a faster shutter speed, reducing camera shake and letting the flash reach greater distances to the subject.
Page 76: Adjusting The White Balance
Adjusting the White Balance The white balance (WB) function sets the optimal white balance for natural looking colors to match the shooting conditions. Choose the white balance function. After pressing the m button, press the ● op buttons to choose , then press the m button again.
Page 77: Custom White Balance
Adjusting the White Balance Custom White Balance You can adjust the white balance to 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. ●...
Page 78: Continuous Shooting
For continuous shooting, the focus and exposure are locked when the shutter button is pressed halfway. • For a certain interval, images may not be recorded, and the shooting speed for may slow down depending on the shooting conditions and the camera settings.
Page 79: Changing The Tone Of An Image (My Colors)
Changing the Tone of an Image (My Colors) You can change the tone of an image to sepia or black and white when shooting. Choose My Colors. ● After pressing the m button, press the op buttons to choose , then press the m button again.
Page 80: Shooting Using The Two Second Self-Timer
Shooting Using the Two Second Self-Timer 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. ● Follow Step 2 on p. 76 to choose , then press the l button.
Page 81: Customizing The Self-Timer
Customizing the Self-Timer You can set the time delay (0 – 30 seconds) and the number of shots (1 – 10 shots). Choose $. ● Press the p button, then press the op buttons to choose $, then press the n button.
Page 82: Shooting Using A Tv Monitor
Shooting Using a TV Monitor You can use a TV to display the camera screen content while shooting. • Connect the camera to a TV as described in “Viewing Images on a TV” 115). • Shooting procedures are the same as when using the camera screen.
Page 83: Getting More Out Of Your Camera
This chapter serves as the advanced version of Chapter 4 and explains how to take pictures using various functions. • This chapter assumes that the mode switch is set to 4 and the camera is in G mode. • The sections “Shooting Long Exposures”...
Page 84: Changing The Af Frame Mode
Subjects that are far away or extremely close. • Subjects that are dark or light. • Faces turned to the side or at a diagonal, or faces with a portion hidden. • The camera may mistakenly identify non-human subjects as a face. •...
Page 85: Magnifying The Focal Point
What if the display does not magnify? The display will not appear magnified in [Face AiAF] 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 86: 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. Lock the focus. ● Keep the shutter button pressed halfway and press the q button.
Page 87: Shooting With Servo Af
In low light conditions, AF frames may not turn blue even after pressing the shutter button halfway. In this case, focus and exposure are locked. • The [AF-Point Zoom] option in the 4 tab is not available in Servo AF mode. •...
Page 88: Changing The Metering Mode
Changing the Metering Mode You can change the Metering mode (brightness measuring function) to match the shooting conditions. Choose the Metering mode. ● After pressing the m button, press the op buttons to choose , then press the m button again.
Page 89: Shooting With The Ae Lock
AE will unlock. Compose the scene and shoot. Shooting with the FE Lock Just as with the AE lock, you can lock the exposure for shooting with the flash. FE stands for “Flash Exposure”. Choose h 71).
Page 90: 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 91: Correcting The Brightness And Shooting (I-Contrast)
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. Also, when the overall image is lacking in contrast, the camera will automatically correct the image for a sharper impression when shooting.
Page 92: Red-Eye Correction
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 correct recorded images 132). • You can also display the screen in Step 2 by pressing the r button, then the n button.
Page 93: Checking For Shut Eyes
When a person with shut eyes is detected, a frame and appear. • or $ mode, when the number of shots is set to two or more shots, this function is only available for the last image shot. • Not available in W mode.
Page 94: Shooting Long Exposures
Shooting Long Exposures You can set the shutter speed to a range between 1 and 15 seconds to shoot long exposures. However, you should attach the camera to a tripod to prevent the camera from moving and blurring the image.
Page 95: Changing The Color And Shooting
Color Accent You can choose to retain a single color and change the rest to black and white in a composition. Choose T.
Page 96 Changing the Color and Shooting Color Swap You can swap one color in an image for another when recording it. You can only swap one color. Choose Y. to choose Y. ● Follow Steps 1 – 2 on p. 54 Press the l button.
Page 97 ● Pressing the l button accepts the setting and restores the shooting screen. • Using the flash may cause unexpected results in this mode. • Under some conditions, the image may appear coarse.
Page 98: 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. Choose x or v. ● to choose x Follow Steps 1 – 2 on p.
Page 99: Using Various Functions For Shooting Movies
This chapter provides more advanced information than the “Shooting Movies” and “Viewing Movies” sections of Chapter 1. • This chapter assumes that the mode switch is set to E. • Press the 1 button to enter Playback mode before playing back or editing movies.
Page 100: Changing The Movie Mode
See “Changing the Color Swap Color and Shooting” (p. 95) for details. Under some conditions, colors may not turn out as expected in > and z modes.
Page 101: Changing The Image Quality
9 hrs. 48 min. 19 sec. • Based on Canon’s testing standards. • Recording will automatically stop when the clip file size reaches 4 GB, or when the recording time reaches approximately 10 minutes when shooting in , and approximately 1 hour when shooting in •...
Page 102: Ae Lock/Exposure Shift
AE Lock/Exposure Shift You can lock the exposure or change it in 1/3 steps within a range of ±2 before shooting. Focus. ● Press the shutter button halfway to focus. Lock the exposure. ● After releasing the shutter button, press the o button to lock the exposure.
Page 103: Other Shooting Functions
Other Shooting Functions The following functions can be used in the same way as for still images. Functions marked with a * can be used in the same way as for still images when in > or z. • Zooming in Closely on Subjects (Digital Zoom) (p.
Page 104: Playback Functions
Playback Functions The following functions can be used in the same way as for still images. • Erasing Images (p. 29) • Quickly Searching Images (p. 108) • Viewing Images in Filtered Playback (p. 109) • Viewing Slideshows (p. 111) •...
Page 105: Editing
Editing You can trim the beginnings and ends of recorded movies in one-second increments. Choose *. ● 32, choose * from the In Step 3 on displayed movie control panel, then press the m button. The movie editing panel and the movie editing bar will appear.
Page 106: Save The Edited Movie
When there is not enough space left on the memory card, only [Overwrite] can be chosen. • If the battery is depleted partway through editing, the edited movie clips may not be saved. When editing movies, you should use a fully charged battery or the separately sold AC adapter kit 154).
Page 107: Using Various Playback And Editing Functions
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, had their file name changed, or have been taken on a different camera.
Page 108: Quickly Searching Images
Searching from a large number of images By repeatedly moving the zoom lever toward g, you can display an index of up to 100 images. If you move the zoom lever toward g again, an orange frame appears around all of the images and you can quickly search by pressing the op buttons to switch between sets of 100 images.
Page 109: Viewing Images In Filtered Playback
Searching Images by Scrolling Pressing the qr buttons for more than one second will display images in a line letting you quickly search them. You can also jump by the shooting date (Scroll Display). Choose an image. ● If you set single image playback and press the qr buttons for more than one second, the screen shown on the left will appear.
Page 110 Filtered Playback You can filter images during a slideshow (p. 111) so that only certain images will play back. You can also use the following functions in filtered playback for processing all the filtered images at once. • “Protecting Images”...
Page 111: Viewing Slideshows
Press the n button to stop the ● slideshow. • If you press the qr buttons during playback, the image will switch. If you keep the qr buttons pressed, you can fast-forward through images. • The power saving function does not work during slideshows...
Page 112: Changing Settings
Viewing Slideshows Changing Settings You can set a slideshow to repeat, or change transition effects and the time that slideshow images are displayed. You can choose from six transition effects when switching between images. Choose [Slideshow]. ● Press the n button to choose [Slideshow] in the 1 tab, then press the m button.
Page 113: Checking The Focus
Checking the Focus You can magnify the area of a recorded image that was inside the AF Frame, or the area of a face that was detected, to check the focus. Press the l button, and switch to the focus check display 44).
Page 114: Magnifying Images
Displayed Area images in the zoomed state. Press the m button again to return to Changing Image Transitions You can choose from three transition effects when switching between images in Single Image Playback. Choose [Transition]. ● Press the n button and choose the...
Page 115: Viewing Images On A Tv
What if the images don’t properly display on the TV? Images will not display correctly if the camera’s video output setting (NTSC/PAL) does not match the TV system. Press the n button, choose the 3 tab and [Video System] to switch to the correct video system.
Page 116: Viewing Images On A High-Definition Tv
Viewing Images on a High-Definition TV Use the separately sold HDMI Cable HTC-100 to connect the camera to a high-definition TV for an enhanced viewing experience. Turn off the camera and TV. Connect the camera to the TV. ● Open the cover and fully insert the cable plug into the camera’s HDMI terminal.
Page 117: Displaying Various Images (Smart Shuffle)
(Smart Shuffle) The camera will choose four images based on the displayed image. If you choose one of those images, the camera will choose four more images letting you enjoy the playing back of images in an unexpected order. This will work best if you take many shots of various scenes.
Page 118: Protecting Images
Protecting Images You can protect important images so that they cannot be accidentally erased with the camera (pp. 29, 121). Choose :. ● Press the m button to choose :‚ in the FUNC. menu, then press the m button again.
Page 119: Choosing Images Individually
Follow Step 2 on p. 118 to choose [Select] and press the m button. ● Press the qr buttons to choose the image and press the m button. Once set, will appear on the screen. ● Pressing the m button again deselects the image, and will disappear.
Page 120: Protect Images
Protect images. Press the op buttons to choose [Protect] ● and press the m button. 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 121: Erasing All Images
Erasing All Images You can erase all images at once. Since erased images cannot be recovered, exercise adequate caution before erasing. Protected images (p. 118) cannot be erased. Choose [Erase]. ● Press the n button to choose [Erase] in the 1 tab, then press the m button.
Page 122 Erasing All Images Press the n button. Erase. ● Press the qr buttons to choose [OK] and press the m button. Select Range Choose [Select Range]. ● Follow Step 2 on p. 121 to choose [Select Range] and press the m button.
Page 123: Organizing Images By Category (My Category)
Organizing Images by Category (My Category) You can organize images into categories. You can display the images in a category in Filtered Playback (p. 109) and process all images at once by using the functions below. • “Viewing Slideshows” 111), “Protecting Images”...
Page 124: Using The Menu
Organizing Images by Category (My Category) Using the Menu Choose [My Category]. ● Press the n button to choose [My Category] in the 1 tab, then press the m button. Choose a selection method. Press the op buttons to choose a ●...
Page 125: Tagging Images As Favorites
● Press the p button to choose [Select] and press the m button. If you choose [Deselect] in Step 2, you can deselect all of the images in the [Select Range] category. Tagging Images as Favorites When you tag images as favorites, you can easily categorize just those images.
Page 126 Tagging Images as Favorites Using the Menu Choose [Favorites]. ● Press the n button to choose [Favorites] in the 1 tab, then press the m button. Choose images. Press the qr buttons to choose an image ● and press the m button.
Page 127: Rotating Images
Rotating Images You can change the orientation of an image and save it. Choose \. Press the m button to choose \ in the ● FUNC. menu, then press the m button again. Rotate the image. Press the qr buttons to rotate the image ●...
Page 128: Resizing Images
Resizing Images You can resize images to a lower pixel setting and save the resized image as a separate file. Choose [Resize]. ● Press the n button to choose [Resize] in the 1 tab, then press the m button. Choose an image.
Page 129: Trimming
Trimming You can cut out a portion of a recorded image and save it as a new image file. Choose [Trimming]. Press the n button to choose ● [Trimming] in the 1 tab, then press the m button. Choose an image.
Page 130: 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. 79 for details on each menu item. Choose [My Colors]. ● Press the n button to choose [My Colors] in the 1 tab, then press the m button.
Page 131: Correcting The Brightness (I-Contrast)
Also, when the overall image is lacking in contrast, the camera will automatically correct the image for a sharper impression. You can choose from 4 levels of correction: [Auto], [Low], [Medium] or [High]. Corrected images will be saved as a new file.
Page 132: Correcting The Red-Eye Effect
Correcting the Red-Eye Effect You can automatically correct red eyes in images and save them as new files. Choose [Red-Eye Correction]. ● Press the n button to choose [Red- Eye Correction] in the 1 tab, then press the m button.
Page 133: Printing
Printing This chapter explains how to choose images for printing, and print using a PictBridge compliant printer (sold separately, 40). Please also refer to the Personal Printing Guide. Canon-Brand PictBridge Compliant Printers SELPHY series Inkjet Printers...
Page 134: Printing Images
Printing Images You can easily print the pictures you take by connecting the camera to a PictBridge compliant printer using the supplied interface cable Turn off the camera and printer. Connect the camera to the printer. ● Open the cover, and insert the small end of the plug firmly into the camera terminal in the direction shown.
Page 135: Print Images
● After printing has completed, turn off the camera and printer, and unplug the interface cable. • Refer to the Personal Printing Guide for details on printing. • Refer to p. 40 for Canon-brand PictBridge compliant printers. Index printing is not available with the CP710/CP510/CP500/CP400/CP330/...
Page 136: Printing From The Print List (Dpof)
Printing from the Print List (DPOF) You can add images to the print list (DPOF) directly after shooting or during playback using the ø menu. You can print from a print list simply by connecting your camera and printer. These selection methods comply with the DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) standards.
Page 137: Print Added Images
Printing from the Print List (DPOF) Print Added Images The following examples use the Canon SELPHY series printers. Connect the camera to the printer. Number of copies to print ● Follow Steps 1 – 4 on 134. Print. ● Press the op buttons, choose [Print now] and press the m button.
Page 138: 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 or processed at a photo developer service. These selection methods comply with the DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) standards.
Page 139: Choosing The Number Of Copies
With [Index] chosen, the [Date] and [File No.] options cannot be set to [On] at the same time. • The date will be printed in the style set in the [Date/Time] function in the 3 tab 20). Choosing the Number of Copies Choose [Select Images &...
Page 140: Set All Images To Print Once
● In Step 1 on 139, choose [Select All Images] and then press the m button. Make print settings. Press the qr buttons to choose [OK] and ● press the m button. Clearing All Selections Choose [Clear All Selections]. ●...
Page 141: 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 142: Changing Camera Settings
When you choose an item in the FUNC. menu (p. 46) or MENU 47), a description of the function (hints and tips) is displayed. You can turn off this function. ● Choose [Hints & Tips], then press the qr buttons to choose [Off].
Page 143 Setting a Recorded Image as the Start-up Screen Image When you press the 1 button and set the camera to Playback mode, you can register sounds and images. ● Choose [Start-up Image], then press the m button.
Page 144 Changing the File Number Assignment Images you shoot are automatically assigned file numbers in the order they were taken, from 0001 – 9999, and saved to folders of up to 2,000 images. You can change the file number assignment. ●...
Page 145: Creating Folders By Shooting Date
For safety reasons, the lens retracts about 1 minute after pressing the 1 button when in a Shooting mode 28). If you want the lens to retract immediately when you press the 1 button, set the retract time to [0 sec.]. ● Choose [Lens Retract], then press the qr...
Page 146: Setting The Screen Shut-Off Time
When traveling abroad, you can record images with local dates and times simply by switching the time zone setting. If you pre-register the destination time zones, you can enjoy the convenience of not having to switch the Date/ Time settings.
Page 147 Press the op buttons to choose World], then press the n button. will appear in the [Time Zone] or shooting screen 160). Home] If you change the date or time in the setting 19), your time and date will automatically change.
Page 148: Changing Shooting Function Settings
Changing Shooting Function Settings If you set the mode switch to 4, and the mode to G, you can change the settings in the 4 tab 47). Before attempting to shoot using a function explained in this chapter in modes other than G mode, check if the function is available in those modes (pp.
Page 149: After Shooting
Changing Shooting Function Settings Changing the Image Display Time Right After Shooting You can change the length of time the images display after shooting. Choose [Review], then press the qr ● buttons to choose an option. 2 – 10 sec.
Page 150: Displaying The Overlay
Grid Lines will not be recorded on the image. • The gray areas displayed with [3:2 Guide] are the areas that will not be printed. The actual image recorded will include the portion in the gray areas. Changing the IS-Mode Settings ●...
Page 151: Changing Playback Function Settings
Changing Playback Function Settings You can adjust the settings in the 1 tab by pressing the 1 button 47). Choosing the Image that First Displays in Playback ● Choose [Resume], then press the qr buttons to choose an option. Resumes with the image last Last seen viewed.
Page 153: Useful Information
Useful Information This chapter introduces how to use the AC adapter kit (sold separately), troubleshooting tips, and contains lists of functions and items that appear on the screen. The index also appears at the end.
Page 154: Using Household Power
Do not unplug the plug or power cord with the camera turned on. This could erase images you have taken or damage the camera. AC Adapter Kit ACK-DC10 can also be used.
Page 155: 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 ON/OFF button, but nothing happened.
Page 156: Image Is Blurred
• If you center on the light and dark contrasting area of the subject and push the shutter button halfway, or repeatedly push the shutter button halfway, the frame will appear and the camera will focus.
Page 157 Cannot play back images or movies. • If the file name or folder structure is changed on a computer, you may not be able to play back images or movies. Refer to the Software Guide for information regarding folder structure or file names.
Page 158: List Of Messages That Appear On The Screen
“LOCK”. Unlock the write protect tab 17). Cannot record! • You attempted to shoot an image without the a memory card, or with a memory card installed incorrectly. Install the memory card in the correct direction to shoot 17).
Page 159 22, 51). Lens Error • This error can occur if you hold the lens while it is in motion or when using it in a location with excessive dust or sand in the air. • If this error message continues to appear, contact a Canon Customer Support Help Desk as there may be a problem with the lens.
Page 160: Information Displayed On The Screen
It also detects orientation during playback, so you can hold the camera in either orientation and it will automatically rotate images for correct viewing. This function may not operate correctly when the camera is pointed...
Page 161 Information Displayed on the Screen Playback (Detailed Information Display) Print List (p. 136) Recording Pixels (p. 73) Focus Range (p. 72) My Category (p. 123) Battery Charge Indicator File Size (p. 74) Shooting Mode (p. 42) (p. 15) Still Images: Recording ISO Speed (p.
Page 162: Functions Available In Each Shooting Mode
Compression Ratio (Image Quality) (p. 73) *1 FE Lock not available, Exposure Shift available. *2 Possible settings: 0 - 30 seconds in [Delay], and 1 - 10 shots in [Shots]. *3 Slow Synchro set automatically. *4 … when flash is [On].
Page 163 — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — Selectable, or set automatically. — Not selectable *6 White Balance data not recordable. *7 Fixed to is not selectable.
Page 164: Menus
(p. 93) On/Off Off/Grid Lines Disp. Overlay (p. 150) 3:2 Guide/Both Continuous/Off IS Mode (p. 150) Shoot Only/Panning — Date Stamp (p. 66) Off/Date/Date & Time *1 AiAF only. *2 [On] when movement is detected. *3 Always [Auto]. *4 Always [Continuous].
Page 165 — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — Selectable, or set automatically. — Not selectable...
Page 166: Set Up Menu
Monthly*/Daily p. 145 Lens Retract 1 min.*/0 sec. p. 145 Auto Power Down: On*/Off Power Saving Display Off: 10, 20 or 30 sec./1*, 2 or 3 min. Time Zone Home*/World p. 146 Date/Time Date and time settings p. 19 Video System NTSC/PAL p.
Page 167: Playback Menu
Rotates images. p. 127 Favorites Tags or untags images as favorites. p. 125 My Category Categorizes images. p. 123 Corrects dark portions and contrast in still i-Contrast p. 131 images. Red-Eye Correction Corrects red eyes in still images. p. 132 Trimming Trims portions of still images.
Page 168: Handling Precautions
• If water droplets have fallen onto, or dirt is stuck on the camera or screen, wipe with a dry soft cloth or eyeglass wiper. Do not rub or apply force. •...
Page 169: Specifications
Approx. 14.5 million) Lens ......5.0 (W) – 20.0 (T) mm 35mm film equivalent: 28 (W) – 112 (T) mm f/2.8 (W) –...
Page 170 Direct Print Type ....PictBridge capable Interface ......Digital input/output: Hi-Speed USB (mini-B compatible)*...
Page 171 Battery Charger CB-2LV/CB-2LVE Rated input ..... . . 100 – 240 V AC (50/60 Hz), 0.1 A (100 V) – 0.06 A (240 V) Rated output .
Page 173: Index
............102 Camera Shake........63, Center............Face AiAF..........84 Clock Function........... Factory Settings Default Settings Color Accent (Scene Mode) ....95, Favorites..........125 Color Swap (Scene Mode) ....96, FE Lock .............89 Components Guide........File Numbering ........144 Compression Image Quality Filtered Playback ........109 Continuous Shooting .........
Page 174 Index Focus Check ........... Formatting........22, Focus Lock ..........Menu Format Memory Card, Formatting Basic Operations........Formatting (Memory Card) ....22, List ............FUNC. Menu Metering Mode .......... Basic Operations........Miniature Effect (Scene Mode)....List ............Movie Editing ..........Mode ............
Page 175 Wink Self-Timer........Smart Shutter (Scene Mode)..... Snow (Scene Mode) ........Software DIGITAL CAMERA Solution Disk..... Software Guide ........Transferring Images to a Computer for Viewing........... Sound Settings .......... Stitch Assist (Scene Mode) ....... Terminal........36, 115, Time Zone ........146, Tone (White Balance)........
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Canon IXUS 130 User Manual

1 Getting Started

2 Learning more

3 Shooting in Special Conditions and Commonly Used Functions

4 Choosing Settings Yourself

5 Getting more out of Your Camera

6 Using Various Functions for Shooting Movies

7 Using Various Playback and Editing Functions

8 Printing

9 Customizing Camera Settings

10 Useful Information

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