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  • Page 1 CaHOH Camera User Guide Make sure this c including the Safety the camera. Readinc to use the camera properly. use it in the future.
  • Page 2 Check ifthe following items are included inyour camera package. Ifanything ismissing, contact the retailer where you purchased the camera. Battery Pack NB=8L Battery Charger Camera CB-2LA/CB-2LAE (with Terminal Cover) interface Cable Wrist Strap IFC400PCU WS-800 A2200 ; AV Cable AV Cable AVC-DC400 AVC-DC300 Getting Started...
  • Page 3 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 Shoot, leaving it to the camera to make settings Just take pictures (Easy mode) (p. 69) Shoot with special effects Miniai_re Effect Toy Camera Effect (p. 73) (p. 74) (p. 75) Super _i i_ colors (p. 76) (p. 73) (p. 73) Shoot in Discreet mode ..............
  • Page 5 What Do You Want to Do? Look at my pictures ............ 1"_7 Easy playback (Easy Mode) ........Automatically play back pictures (slideshow) ......Look at my pictures on a TV ............Look at my pictures on a computer ..........Quickly search pictures ............114, 115 Erase pictures ..............

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    Chapters 1 - 3 explain the basic operations and frequently used functions this camera. Chapters 4 onward explain the advanced functions, letting you learn more as you read each chapter. Checking the Package Contents ..2 MENU - Basic Operations ....
  • Page 7 Table of Contents Shoot Movies That Look Like a Miniature Model (Miniature Effect) ......Changing the Image Quality ..108 Shooting in Program AE ....84 AE Lock/Exposure Shift ....109 Adjusting the Brightness (Exposure Compensation) .... 85 Other Shooting Functions ....
  • Page 8 Table of Contents Troubleshooting ......List of Messages That Appear on the Screen ......Changing Camera Settings .... 150 Information Displayed on the Screen ......Changing Shooting Function Settings ........Handling Precautions ....Changing Playback Function Functions Available in Each Settings ........
  • Page 9 Icons are used i nthe text torepresent the camera buttons and dials. Language that displays on the screen appears inside [](square brackets) The d irectional buttons and FUNC./SET button are represented by the following icons. Up button FUNC./SET button Left button ....
  • Page 10 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 Sa,ety recaut,on _iiiii 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

    Safety Precautions :'Re _ ov;_ d"_ r_ ¸ h_ _ i_ ¸_w_ ¸¸ en_ _; _ __ _i ¸ ¸ ngih¸__e_i ......If the battery is left inside the camera, damage caused by leakage may occur. discard the battery, cover the terminals with tape...
  • Page 13 Getting Star ed This chapter exp,ains preparations before shooting, how to shoot in 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 Use the included charger to charge the battery. Be sure to charge the battery as it is not charged at the time of purchase. :: Removethecover. Align the A marks on the battery and charger, then insert the battery by sliding ..........................

  • Page 15: Charging The Battery

    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. If the battery is quickly depleted even after charging, it has reached the end of its life span.
  • Page 16 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 This memory card compties with the SD standards. Some cards may not operate properly depending on the brand of card used.

  • Page 17: Inserting The Battery And Memory Card

    inserting the Battery and Memory Card insert the memory card. Insert the memory card as shown until it locks into place with a click. Be sure the memory card is oriented correctly. Inserting the memory card in the wrong direction could damage the camera.
  • Page 18 inserting the Battery and Memory Card Removing the Battery Memory Card Remove the battery. Open the cover and press the battery lock in the direction of the arrow. The battery will pop up. Remove the memory card. Push the memory card in until you hear a click, then slowly release...
  • Page 19 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. Turn camera. Press the power button. The Date/Time screen will appear.

  • Page 20: Setting The Date And Time

    Setting the Date and Time Changing Date Time You can change the current date and time settings. Display the menu. MENU Press the button. Choose [Date/Time] from the _1' tab. Move the zoom lever to choose the _'T tab. Press the Av buttons to choose [Date/Time],...

  • Page 21: On The Screen

    You can change the language that displays on the screen. Enter Playback mode. Press the [] button..Display the settings screen. Press and hold the @ button, then MENU immediately press the button. : set theaisplaylanguage. Press the Av 4 _ buttons to choose language,...
  • Page 22 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...

  • Page 23: Pressing The Shutter Button

    Pressing the Shutter Button Complete formatting. When formatting ends, [Memory card formatting complete] will appear on the screen. Press the @ 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 (Press...

  • Page 24: On The Screen

    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)

    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 Press the shutter button fully to shoot.
  • Page 26 Taking Pictures (Smart Auto) What if a flashing appears? Attach the camera to a tripod so that the camera does not move and blur the image. What if the camera does not pmayany sounds? Pressing the DISP. button while turning on the camera power will turn off all sounds.
  • Page 27 You can view the images you have taken on the screen. Enter Playback mode. Press the [] button. The last image you took will appear. Choose an image. Pressing the 4 button will cycle through the images from newest to oldest. Pressing the _ button will cycle through...
  • Page 28 You can choose and erase images one at a time. Please note that erased images cannot be recovered. Exercise adequate caution before erasing image. Enter Playback mode..;;_iiiiiiii_ ¸¸¸ Press the [] button. The last image you took will appear. Choose an image to erase.
  • Page 29 In Easy mode, operational instructions are displayed on the screen, and the camera is set so that only the buttons and the zoom lever explained on this page are functional. This prevents incorrect operation of the camera, allowing even beginners to take worry-free pictures.

  • Page 30: Shoot Movies

    The camera can automatically select all settings so that you can shoot movies just by pressing the shutter button. Set the mode dial to "_............. Enter %!_, m ode. Remaining Time composetheshot. Moving the zoom lever toward E_] will zoom in on your subject, making...

  • Page 31: Shooting Movies

    Shooting Movies Recording will start, and [®Rec] and the Elapsed Time elapsed time will appear on the screen. Once shooting begins, take your finger off the shutter button. If you change the composition of your shot during shooting, the focus will stay the same, but the brightness and tone will...

  • Page 32: Viewing Movies

    Viewing Movies Shooting Time Approx. 22 rain. 5 sec. Approx. 1 hr. 30 rain. 30 sec. 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.
  • Page 33 Viewing Movies Play the movie. Press the {)' buttons to choose (Play), then press the @ button. The movie will play. If you press the @ button, you can pause or resume playback. Press the ,_v buttons to adjust the volume.
  • Page 34 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 35 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 drive. Place the supplied CD-ROM (DIGITAL CAMERA Solution Disk) (p. 2) into the computer's CD-ROM drive.
  • Page 36 Turn onthe camera. Press the [] button to turn on the camera. open camerawinaow. Windows Click [Downloads Images From Canon Camera using Canon CameraWindow]. CameraWindow will appear. If CameraWindow does not appear, click the [Start] menu and choose...

  • Page 37: Transferring Images To A Computer For Viewing

    Transferring images to a Computer for Viewing Transfer View images Click [Import Images from Camera], then click [import Untransferred Images]. All images not previously transferred will transfer to the computer. Transferred images will be sorted by date and saved in separate folders in the Pictures...
  • Page 38 Memory Card USB card reader Windows/Macintosh...

  • Page 39: Accessories

    The following camera accessories are sold separately. Some accessories not sold in some regions, or may no longer be available. Power Supplies Battery Charger CB=2LA/2LAI:: A charger for charging Battery Pack NB- Battery Pack NB=SL Rechargeable lithium-ion battery. AC Adapter Kit ACK=BC60 This kit lets you power the camera using...

  • Page 40: Separately Sold Accessories

    PIXMA series 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 This chapter exp,ains the parts of the camera and what appears on the screen, as well as the basic operating instructions.
  • Page 42 ®®® ® ® ® ® @ @ @@ (_) Lens (7) Flash (pp. 56, 85) (._ Mode Dial Lamp (pp. 60, 61,62, 80, 157) ® Zoom Lever ® Tripod Socket Shooting: E_3(Telephoto) / [] (Wide @ DC Coupler Terminal Cover (p. 164) Angle) (pp.

  • Page 43: Components Guide

    Components Guide A2200 @®® ® ® ® ® Lens (2) Flash (pp. 56, 85) Mode Dial ® Lamp (pp. 60, 61,62, 80, 157) Zoom Lever Tripod Socket Shooting: E_3(Telephoto) / [] (Wide DC Coupler Terminal Cover (p. 184) Angle) (pp. 24, 30, 57) @ Memory Card / Battery Cover (p.
  • Page 44 Components Guide Mode Dial Use the mode dial to change the Shooting mode. P Mode Choose settings various types of pictures (p. 84). Movie Mode For shooting movies Live View Control Mode (pp. 30, 105). The brightness and color can be You can use the largest possible portion of the easily set to your preferences for_.
  • Page 45 CompooootsG ® ®® ® ®® ® ®® ® [] (Exposure Compensation) (p. 85) / (_ Screen (LCD Monitor) (Jump) (p. 115) / A Button (pp. 46, 171,173) ® _ (Macro) (p. 91) / ,_ Button ® Speaker @ FUNC./SET Button (p. 48) ®...
  • Page 46 Switching Display ............. DISP. You can change the screen display using the button. Refer to p. 171 for details on information that appears on the screen. Shooting Information Display No Information Display Playback Detailed Information Focus Check No Information Simple Information Display Display Display (p.

  • Page 47: Screen Display

    indicator Screen Display in Dark Shooting Conditions The display automatically brightens when shooting in dark conditions, allowing you to check the composition (Night Display function). However, brightness of the image on the screen, and the brightness of the actual image recorded may be different.
  • Page 48 You can set commonly used shooting functions using the FUNC. menu. The menu items and options differ depending on the Shooting mode (pp. 176 - 183). Display the FUNC. menu. Press the @ button. Choose a menu item. Press the ,_'_" buttons to choose a menu...
  • Page 49 Various functions can be set from the menus. The menu items are organized under tabs, such as for shooting (II[P_)and playback ([_1). The options differ depending on the Shooting mode and the Playback mode (pp. 184 - 193)..Display the menu. MENU Press the button.
  • Page 50 You can silence or adjust the volume of camera sounds. Muting Sounds Display the menu. MENU Press the button. Choose [Mute]. Move the zoom lever to choose the _'1"tab. Press the A'v buttons to choose [Mute], then press the _), buttons to choose [On].

  • Page 51: Changing The Sound Settings

    Changing the Sound Settings Adjusting the Vo|ume Display the menu. MENU Press the button. Choose [Volume]. Move the zoom lever to choose the ?T tab. Press the Av buttons to choose [Volume], then press the @ button. Change the volume. Press the Av buttons to choose an item,...
  • Page 52 You can adjust the brightness of the screen. :: Display the menu. Press the MENU button, Choose [LCD Brightness]. Move the zoom lever to choose the _1' tab. Press the Av buttons to choose [LCD Brightness]. Adjust the brightness. Press the 4)' buttons to adjust the brightness,...

  • Page 53: Settings

    When you have mistakenly changed a setting, you can reset the camera the default settings. Display the menu. MENU Press the button..Choose [Reset All]. Move the zoom lever to choose the ?T tab. Press the ._v buttons to choose [Reset All], then press the @ button.

  • Page 54: Clock Functions

    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 camera. After about 2 more minutes, the lens will retract and the power will...
  • Page 55 Shooting with Common|y Used Functions This chapter exp,ains how to use common functions, such as the se,f- timer, and how to turn offthe flash. © This chapter assumes that the camera is set to _ mode. When shooting in another mode, check which functions are available in that mode (pp.
  • Page 56 You can shoot with the flash turned off..Press the _ button. Choose (_. Press the 4F buttons to choose then press the @ button. Once set, (_ will appear on the screen. To turn the flash back on, follow the steps above to choose When you press the shutter button halfway in low light conditions where camera shake is likely, a flashing...
  • Page 57 You can use the digital zoom to zoom up to to approximately 20x maximum and approximately 16x maximum and capture subjects that are too far away for the optical zoom to enlarge. However, depending on the recording pixel setting (p. 63) and zoom factor, the images may appear...

  • Page 58: Zooming In More Closely On Subjects (Digital Zoom)

    Zooming in More Closely on Subjects (Digital Zoom) Digital Tele-Converter The focal length of the lens can be set as follows: Approximately. 1.6x or approximately 2.0x Approximately. 1.7x or approximately 2.1x .42200 This enables a faster shutter speed and less chance of camera shake than the zoom (including...
  • Page 59 You c an insert the shooting date a nd time i nthe lower right corner ofan image. Once inserted, however, they c annot be deleted. Be sure t ocheck beforehand that the date a nd t ime a re correctly set ( p.

  • Page 60: Using The Self-Timer

    Using the Self-Timer The self-timer can be used to shoot a group photo that includes photographer. The camera will shoot approximately 10 seconds after the shutter button is pressed. Press the v button. Choose db. Press the Av buttons to choose _i_),then press the @ button.
  • Page 61 UsingtheSelf-Timer ili!i!i!i!i!i! Press the shutter button halfway to focus Shoot. on the subject, then press it fully........................... When the self-timer starts, the lamp blinks and the self-timer sound plays. Two seconds before the shutter releases, the lamp and sound speed up (the lamp remains lit when the flash will fire).
  • Page 62 Using the Self-Timer Customizing Self-Timer You can set the delay (0 - 30 seconds) and the number of shots (1 - 10 shots). Choose _. Follow Step 2 on p. 60 to choose L_, then MENU press the button immediately. Choose the settings.

  • Page 63: Setting (Image Size)

    You can choose from 5 recording pixel settings. Choose the recording pixel setting. After pressing the _ button, press the buttons to choose L • Choose an option. Press the _ _ buttons to choose an option, then press the @ button.

  • Page 64: Changing The Compression Ratio (Image Quality)

    12069 49420 03M/840x480 30174 123 0 (Widescreen) 3069 1243 5094 The values in the table are measured according to Canon standards and may change depending on the subject, memory card and camera settings. (Large) 3597 1058 4334 14M/4320x3240 1719 2194...
  • Page 65 Changing the Compression Ratio (image Quality) Approximate Values for Paper Size For displaying on wide-screen HD TVs with an aspect ratio of I6:9. A2 (16.5 x 23.4 in.) attachments.S For sending images as e-mail...

  • Page 67: Shooting In Various Conditions

    Adding Effects and Shooting in Various Conditions This chapter exp,ains how to add effects and how to shoot in various conditions.
  • Page 68 The camera will select the necessary settings for the conditions in which you wish to shoot when you choose the matching mode. SCN. Set the mode dial to ................ EnterSCNmode. Choose a Shooting mode. After pressing the @ button, press the A'_"...
  • Page 69 Shooting in Various Conditions _ATake landscapes (Landscape) Lets you shoot majestic landscapes with a real sense of depth. Take shots of kids and pets (Kids&Pets) Lets you capture subjects that move around, such as children and pets, without missing photo opportunities. Move approximately 1 m (3.3 ft.) or more away from your subject...
  • Page 70 Shooting in Various Conditions _" Take shots of people in snow (Snow) Lets you take bright, natural-colored shots of people against snowy backgrounds. i_i_i T ake shots of fireworks (Fireworks) Lets you take shots of fireworks in vivid colors.
  • Page 71 You can easily change the brightness, color and tone to match your preferences when shooting. LiVE Set the camera to mode..Set the mode dial to LIVE. Press the @ button. The setting screen will appear. Adjust the setting. Press the Av buttons to choose...

  • Page 72: Shooting Mode

    You can shoot with camera sounds muted, and the flash and lamp deactivated. Use this mode in areas where camera sounds, lights and flash are not permitted..Setthe camerato [] mode. Set the mode dial to []..shoot. You can add various effects to images when shooting.
  • Page 73 Adding Effects Shooting (Creative Filters) Shoot images with vivid colors (Super Vivid) Lets you take shots with vivid, intense colors. P Take posterized shots (Poster Effect) Lets you take shots that look like an old poster or illustration. Shoot with Effects of a Fish=Eye Lens...
  • Page 74 Adding Effects Shooting (Creative Filters) Take Shots That Look Like a Miniature Mode| (Miniature Effect) Blurs chosen portions in the top and bottom of an image to produce the effect of a miniature model. Choose _. Follow Steps 1 - 2 on p. 72 to choose A white frame (the area that will not be blurred) appears...
  • Page 75 Adding Effects Shooting (Creative Filters) Shoot with Effects of a Toy Camera (Toy Camera Effect) This effect darkens and blurs the corners of the image, and changes overall color so that it looks like an image shot with a toy camera. Choose I_.
  • Page 76 Adding Effects Shooting (Creative FHters) Shooting in Monochrome You can shoot images in black and white, sepia or blue and white. Choose 13. Follow Steps 1 - 2 on p. 72 to choose Choose a color tone. Press the DISP. button.
  • Page 77 Detecting a SmiJe Shooting The camera will shoot, even without pressing the shutter button, when it detects a smile. Choose Follow Steps 1 - 2 on p. 68 to choose DISP. then press the button. Press the '_)' buttons to choose _._, then press the DISP.
  • Page 78 Detecting a Face and Shooting (Smart Shutter) Usin 9 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. Choose _. Follow Steps 1 - 2 on p. 68 to choose DISP, then press the button.

  • Page 79: Detecting A Face And Shooting (Smart Shutter)

    Detecting a Face and Shooting {Smart Shutter) Wink a bit slowly. A wink may not be detected if eyes are covered by hair or a hat, or when wearing glasses. After choosing in Step 1, press the A'_,- buttons.
  • Page 80 Detecting a Face and Shooting (Smart Shutter) Using Face Self-Timer The shutter will release approximately two seconds after the camera detects a new face (p. 92). You can use this when the photographer wants to be in the image, such as a group photo. Choose _;_.

  • Page 81: 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. Choose **__.
  • Page 83 Choosing Settings Yourse|f in this chapter you wiii learn how to use the various functions in p mode to progressively advance your shooting skills. This chapter assumes that you have set the mode dial to P mode. P stands for Program Before attempting to shoot using a function explained...
  • Page 84 You can choose the settings for various functions to suit your preferences. AE stands for Auto Exposure. The focusing range is as follows: At maximum wide angle (l_]]): approximately 5.0 cm (2.0 in.) - infinity. At maximum telephoto (E_): approximately 90 cm (3.0 ft.) - infinity and approximately 80 cm (2.6 ft.)-...
  • Page 85 You can adjust the standard exposure set by the camera in 1/3-stop increments in the range of -2 to +2. Enter Exposure Compensation mode. Press the A button..Adjust the brightness. While watching the screen, press the _ buttons to adjust the brightness, then press the @...
  • Page 86 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 @ button, press the buttons to choose Choose an option. Press the _ _ buttons to choose an option, then press the @...
  • Page 87 Choose the ISO speed. After pressing the @ button, press the buttons to choose Choose an option. Press the { _ buttons to choose an option, then press the @ button. The setting will appear on the screen. Automatically adjusts the ISO speed to the Shooting mode and shooting nUTO conditions.

  • Page 88: Menus

    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...
  • Page 89 You can shoot continuously at a maximum speed of approximately images/second 0.9 images/second ,42200 _ while the shutter button is pressed fully and held. Choose a Drive mode. After pressing the @ button, press the buttons to choose ..C hoose a . opt o.. Press the 4 _ buttons to choose Djj, then...
  • Page 90 You can change the tone of an image, for example to sepia or black and white, when shooting. Choose My Colors. After pressing the _ button, press the buttons to choose _FF. chooseanoption. Press the 4 _ buttons to choose an option, then press the @ button.
  • Page 91 You can shoot an object at a close distance or even shoot extreme close-ups of it. The focusing range is approximately 3.0 - 50 cm (1.2 in. - 1.6 ft.) from the end of the lens at maximum wide angle ([]).
  • Page 92 You can change the AF (Auto Focus) frame mode to match the scene you want to shoot. Choose [AF Frame]. MENU Press the button to choose Frame] from the I_ tab, then press the 4 buttons to choose an option. Face AiAF Detects...
  • Page 93 Changing the AF Frame Mode Tracking You can choose the subject you want to focus on and shoot (p. 94). Center The AF frame is locked to the center. This is effective for focusing on a specific point. Press the MENU button to choose [AF Frame Size] from the O tab, then choose [Small].
  • Page 94 You can choose the subject you want to focus on and shoot. Choose [Tracking AF]. i;ii:!!:!!i!i!f MENU Press the button to choose Frame] from the O tab, then press the ,_ buttons to choose [Tracking AF]. will appear in the center of the screen. Choose t hes.bjecttofoc.son.
  • Page 95 Magnifying the Focal Point If you press the shutter button halfway, the AF frame will magnify and you can check the focus. Choose [AF=Point Zoom]..;_!iii!ii!i!is ¸_ MENU Press the button to choose [AF- Point Zoom] from the 0 tab, then press the 4_ buttons...
  • Page 96 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 _ button. The focus locks and AFL appears on the screen.
  • Page 97 While the shutter button is pressed halfway, the focus and exposure will continue to adjust, allowing you to take pictures of moving subjects without missing a shot. Choose [Servo AF]. MENU Press the button to choose [Servo AF] from the O tab, then press the 4)' buttons to choose...
  • Page 98 You can choose a specific person's face to focus on and then shoot. Enter Face Select mode..!!i!!i ¸ Point the camera toward the face of the subject and press the [_._button. After [Face Select : On] appears, a face frame _ _ will appear around the face...
  • Page 99 You can change the metering method (brightness measuring function) match the shooting conditions. Choose the metering method. After pressing the @ button, press the .A.v buttons to choose [®_3. Choose option. Press the { _ buttons to choose an option, then press the @ button.
  • Page 100 You can lock the exposure and shoot, or set the focus and exposure separately to shoot. AE stands for "Auto Exposure". ;; Choose_ {p. 56)............LOCkpointthethe toward the subject exposure.camera press the ,,L button while pressing button halfway. shutter When appears,...
  • Page 101 You can make the main subject, such as people, appear bright by having 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 102 You can automatically correct red-eye that occurs in images taken with the flash. Choose [Flash Settings]. MENU Press the button to choose [Flash Settings] from the 0 tab, then press the button, Choose the setting. Press the ,_'_" buttons to choose [Red- Eye Corr.], then press the 4_...
  • Page 103 When the camera detects the possibility that people have their eyes shut, [] appears on the screen. Choose [Blink Detection]. MENU Press the button to choose [Blink Detection] from the O tab, then press the buttons to choose [On]. : Shoot. When a person with shut eyes is detected, a frame...

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