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Page 2 Starter Guide (Connecting the camera to a computer) • "Canon Customer Suppod" Leaflet the PDF manuals available on the Canon website. Ihttp:/Iweb.canon.jpllmaging/information-e.html /" _ ZoomBrowser EX/ImageBrowser Software User Guide not be able to achieve the full performance of this camera...
Page 3 Let's Get Started! Let's Get Started! This guide is divided into the following two sections. This section explains how to prepare the camera for use and the basics of shooting, viewing and printing images. Start out by familiarizing yourself with the camera and mastering the basics. Once you have mastered the basics, use the camera's many features to shoot more challenging photos.
Page 4: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Table of Contents Items marked with a _ are lids or chars that summarize camera functions or procedures. Please Read ........Preparations ......... Shooting Still Images (Bin Mode) ....Viewing Still Images ......Erasing ........Printing ........Embedding the Date in the Image Data ...
Page 5 Table of Contents Changing the Compression (Still Images) ..... Adjusting the ISO Speed ....... Shooting Using the Mode Dial Mode Dial ........Shooting Modes for Specific Scenes ....Shooting in the Manual Mode ...... _,a Movie Shooting ......Advanced Shooting Functions _;_Continuous Shooting ......
Page 6 Table of Contents Automated Playback (Slide Shows) ....Red-Eye Correction Function ...... Resizing Images ....... Attaching Sound Memos to Images ....Protecting Images ......Erasing All Images ......Print Settings/Transfer Settings Setting the DPOF Print Settings ....Setting the DPOF Transfer Settings ....
Page 7 Table of Contents Symbol Conventions in this Guide Some functions may not be available in certain shooting modes. If there is no notation to that effect, the function may be used in all modes. operation. " This mark denotes additional topics that complement the basic "...
Page 8: Please Read
Warning Against Copyright Infringement Please note that Canon digital cameras are intended for personal use and should never be used in a manner that infringes upon or contravenes international or domestic copyright laws and regulations. Please be advised that in certain cases the copying of images from...
Page 9 Please Read Camera Body Temperature If your camera is used for prolonged periods, the camera body may become warm. Please De aware of this and take care when operating the camera for an extended period. About the LCD Monitor The LCD monitor is produced with extremely high-precision manufacturing techniques.
Page 11 Getting Started @Shooting Still Images @Viewing Still Images @Embedding the Date in the Image Data @Shooting Movies @Viewing Movies @Downloading Images to a Computer @System...
Page 12: Preparations
I Preparations _ Installing Batteries Memory Card "1_ Slide and hold the battery cover lock ((_), then slide ((_)) and open (®) the cover. Battery Cover Lock Open the cover ((_). ® ® Slide the cover ((_)). Install two batteries. Positive supplied AA-size II! sert the tw°...
Page 13 Preparations I 11 Insert the memory card until it clicks into place. Front Write Protect (Only SD and SDHC memory cards) Confirm that the write protect tab is unlocked(only SDand SDHC memory cards). oCrhenCkatuhoe.Card f°r the c° rrect Close the cover (_)), and press downward as you slide it until it clicks into place...
Page 14 I Preparations Remove Batteries Open the cover and remove the batteries. Remove Memory Card Use a finger to push the memory card in until you hear a click, then release it. Use the wrist strap to avoid dropping the camera during use.
Page 15 I 13 Preparations t Setting Date and Time The Date/Time settings menu will appear the first time the power is turned on. Power Button Button ÷/÷/_'/'_ Button MENU "1, Press the power button. Select the month, day, year time, and the display order.
Page 16 14 I Preparations the lithium date/time battery is depleted (p. 173). he date/time setting screen will appear when the capacity of Setting Display Language You can change the language displayed in the LCD monitor menus and messages. Bu_on 1, Set the mode switch to [] (playback).
Page 17: Shooting Still Images (Bin Mode)
Shooting Still Images I 15 Power Button Indicators Mode Dial Button DISP. "1_ Press the power button. • The start-up sound will play and the start-up image will display in the LCD monitor. • Pressing the power button again turns the power off. Select a shooting mode.
Page 18 16 _ Shooting Still Images Press the shutter button fully (all the way) to shoot. • The shutter sound will play once and the image will record. • Recorded images are displayed on the LCD monitor for approximately 2 seconds immediately after shooting (Rec. Review).
Page 19 _ 17 Shooting Still Images [_Shooting in Easy Mode This camera features a shooting mode, Easy mode, that automatically selects all camera settings except the flash. This mode is ideal for first time camera users, or users who do not make many settings.
Page 20: Viewing Still Images
I Viewing Still Images Power Button --Mode Switch ÷/'_ Buttons 1. Press the power button. Set the mode switch to [] (playback). Use the <- or 4, button to display the image you wish to view. • Use the 4- button to move to the previous image and the 4, button to move to the next image.
Page 21: Erasing
I 19 Erasing Bu_on Bg_on Set the mode switch to [] (playback). 2, Use the ÷ or .I, button to select an image to erase and press the _ button. 3. Confirm that [Erase] is selected and press the 0 button.
Page 22: 201 Printing
• See the printer's user guide for connection instructions. • Since this camera uses a standard protocol (PictBridge), you can use it with other PictBridge-compliant printers in addition to Canon-brand printers. For details, see the Direct Print User Guide. Turn on the printer.
Page 23 [Remove] and press the FUNCJSET button. Printing Images in a Print List This explanation is based on the use of a Canon SELPHY ES series or SELPHY CP series printer. Connect the camera to the printer. Print the image.
Page 24: Embedding The Date In The Image Data
Embedding the Date in the Image Data This section explains how to embed date information on images as they are recorded (Date Stamp). • The date stamp cannot be deleted from the image data once it has been embedded. Ensure that the camera's date/time is set correctly beforehand (p.
Page 25 I 23 Embedding the Date in the Image Data Select (Date Stamp). 1. Press the _ button. 2. Use the ÷ or 4, button to select 3. Use the ÷ or 4, button to select [], • The area that will not print displays in gray.
Page 26: Shooting Movies (F_] Standard Mode)
24 I Shooting Movies _Shutter Button _Mode Switch Mo.o Oia, ,..,coto.s [../÷ u.o°s ) '1, Press the power button. Select a shooting mode. 1. Set the mode switch to (shooting). 2. Set the mode dial to _ (Movie). 3. Press the @ button.
Page 27 I 25 Shooting Movies Press the shutter button halfway to focus. • When the camera focuses, it beeps twice and the indicator lights green. • The exposure, focus and white balance are automatically set. Press the shutter button fully shoot. •...
Page 28: Viewing Movies
I Viewing Movies Power Button Bu_on 1, Press the power button. 2, Set the mode switch to [] (playback). Use the ÷ or .k button to display a movie and press the 0 button. • Images with a _'_ icon are movies. Use the ÷...
Page 29: Downloading Images To A Computer
We recommend to use the supplied software. Items to Prepare • Camera and computer • Canon Digital Camera Solution Disk supplied with the camera • Interface cable supplied with the camera System Requirements Please install the software on a computer meeting the following minimum requirements.
Page 30 Preparing to Download Images '1 _ Installing the software. • Windows 1. Place the Canon Digital Camera Solution Disk in the computer's CD-ROM drive. 2. Click [Easy Installation]. Follow the onscreen messages to proceed with the installation. 3 c ckERes...
Page 31 I 29 Downloading Images to a Computer Connecting the camera to a computer. 1. Connect the supplied interface cable to the computer's USB port and to the camera's DIGITAL terminal. Open the camera's terminal cover and insert the intertace cable alI the way into the connector.
Page 32 30 I Downloading Images to a Computer Open the OameraWindow. • Windows Select [Canon CameraWindow] click [OK]. _arr era _nr_ct_ Selotth,p,0_,a,, tolauoh to,thl_tlo_ !f the window above does not appear, click the [Start] menu and select [All Programs] or [Programs],...
Page 33 I 31 Downloading Images to a Computer ownloading Images Using Camera (Direct Transfer) Use this method to download images using camera operations (except Windows 2000). r Button Bu_on +/+/÷/÷ Bu_on. Bu_on MENU Confirm that the Direct Transfer menu is displayed the camera's LCD monitor.
Page 34 Downloading Images to a Computer You can also use the following options in the Direct Transfer menu to set the method for downloading images. Transfers and saves all images to the computer. All Images Transfers and saves to the computer only the images that have not been previously transferred.
Page 35 _ 33 Downloading Images to a Computer Use the ÷ or 4' button to select images to download and press the I:_N button. • The images will download. The I_N button will blink blue while downloading is in progress. Press the 2 button after...
Page 36: 34 I System Map
34 I System Map Supplied with Camera Wrist Strap WS-80O Memory Card (32 MB) Canon Digital Camera Solution Disk AA-size Alkaline Batteries (x2) AV Cable AVC-DC3O0 Battery and Charger AC Adapter CBK4-30O .4 ACK8OO • Battery Charger CB-5AH/CB- 5AHE • AA-size NiMH batteries NB-3AH (×4)
Page 37 I 35 System High-Power Flash HF-DCl Canon brand Direct Direct Interface Cable .2 Print Compatible Printers Compact Photo PCMCIA Adapter USB Card Printers.2.3 (PC Card Adapter) Reader (SELPHY series) ====_ Direct Print Compatible Bubble Jet Pnnters .6 SD Memory Card .5...
Page 38 36 I System Map I Optional Accessories The following camera accessories are sold separately. Some accessories are not sold in some regions, or may no longer be available. Flash • High-Power Flash HF-DC1 This attachable supplementary flash can be used to capture photographic subjects that are too distant for the built-in flash to illuminate.
Page 39 ! 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 l Use of genuine Canon accessories is recommended.
Page 40 You can produce photo quality prints quickly and easily by connecting them to the camera with a single cable and operating the camera's controls. • Compact Photo Printers (SELPHY series) • Bubble Jet Printers (PIXMA series) For more information, visit your nearest Canon retailer.
Page 41 Learning More...
Page 42: Components Guide
• Front View l ° (_ Microphone (pp. 24, 122) (_ AF-assist Beam (p. 49) (_ Red-Eye Reduction Lamp (p. 76) (_ Self-Timer Lamp (p. 61) (_ Viewfinder Window (p. 41 ) (_ Flash (p. 59) (_ Terminal Cover (_ Lens (_ A/V OUT (Audio/Video output) Terminal (p.
Page 43 • Back View (_ LCD Monitor (p. 53) (_ Viewfinder (_ Speaker (_ Wrist Strap Mount (p. 12) (_ Memory Card Slot / Battery Cover Lock (p. 10) (_ Memory Card Slot / Battery Cover (p. 10) (_ Tripod Socket Using Viewflnder The viewfinder can be used to conserve power by turning the LCD...
Page 44: Functions
• Controls ® (_ Indicators (p. 43) (_ Power Button (p. 15) (_ Mode Dial (pp. 15, 66) (_) Zoom Lever (pp. 55, 103) Shooting: (Wide Angle)/E_ (Telephoto) Playback: [] (Index)/O, (Magnify) (_ Shutter Button (p. 15) (_ Mode Switch (p. 18) (_ r[_N (Print/Share) Button (pp.
Page 45: Indicators
I Indicators The camera indicators will light or blink under the following conditions. • Upper Indicator Green : Ready to shoot (camera beeps twice)/when connected to a computer/when display off Blinking Green : Camera starting up/Image recording/reading/ erasing/transferring (when connected to a computer or printer) Orange : Ready to shoot (flash on)
Page 46: Basic Operations
I Menus Settings Settings for the shooting or playback modes or such camera settings as the print settings, date/time and sounds are set using the FUNC. menu or the Rec., Play, Print or Set up menu. Button) FUNC. Menu This menu sets many of the common shooting functions. •...
Page 47 Rec., Play, Print up Menu Button) MENU Convenient settings for shooting, playback or printing can be set with these menus. (Rec.) Menu (Set up) Menu MENU MENU You can switch between menus with _. or ,IP button. • This example shows the Rec.
Page 48: Lnformation Displayed On The Lcd Monitor And Menus
46 i Information Displayed on the Monitor and Menus :VZ_ll_'l;1F:l_;t'_t_ffml,,_t_t;F'-Ll _ p. 190 Shooting Mode I- )Spot AE Point Frame/ r _ [_AF Frame Camera Shake (p. 145) e Shift (Stills)/ Remaining Time/Elapsed Time (Movies) Bar (p. 88) Setting Method Information Displayed Mode dial (_) Shooting Mode...
Page 49 About Battery Charge Indicator When the battery charge is low, [] will blink in red in the LCD monitor. Change the battery as soon as possible if you intend to use the camera for an extended period of time. Playback Mode (Detailed) "ID...
Page 50 correctly. nformation for images shot on other cameras may not display Histogram Function The histogram is a graph that allows you to check the brightness of an image. The greater the bias toward the left in the graph, the darker the image.
Page 51 Rec. Menu * Default setting Reference Page Menu Item Options ). 82 AF Frame IFace Detect*/AiAF/Center ). 78 AF-Point Zoom IOn/Oft* Digital Zoom ..[ ........"ID (Still Image) Standard*lOft/1.6x12.0x ). 55 (Movies) Standard*lOft (In standard movie mode only) Flash Settings Slow Synchro On/Oft* Red-Eye Corr.
Page 52 Play Menu Reference Menu Item Page Slide Show p. 114 My Category p. 109 Red-Eye Correction p. 115 Resize p. 120 Sound Memo p. 122 Protect p. 124 Rotate p. 112 Erase all p. 125 Transfer Order p. 130 Resume p.
Page 53 up Menu setting * Default Menu Item Options Summary/Reference Page Mute On/Off* Set to [On] to silence all operation sounds. (Except for when the memory card slot/battery cover is opened during recording.) Volume Off/1 / 2"/3 / 4 / 5 Adjusts the volume of the start-up sound, operation sound, selftimer sound, shutter sound and playback...
Page 54 [] (Widescreen) mode on wide size paper using Canon compact photo printer SELPHY CP750/CP740/CP730/CP720/CP710/CP510. As this setting will be stored to memory even when the power is turned...
Page 55: Using The Lcd Monitor
I Using Monitor Switching Monitor Display Modes Each press of the DISP. button, changes the display mode of the LCD monitor. See Information Displayed on the L CD Monitor and Menus for F," details (p. 46). The following are the screens that display when shooting in _ "_ mode.
Page 56 • The LCD monitor will not switch to the detailed display or focus check display in magnified display (p. 103), or index playback mode (p. 104). • Overexposure Warning In the following cases, overexposed portions of the image blink. - When reviewing an image right after shooting in the LCD monitor (detailed display) - When using the detailed display mode of the playback mode...
Page 57: Commonly Used Shooting Functions
_mlm.lr_l_-l,-r_r_lr;r_l_v_r,-ml )_ p. 190 You can combine digital zoom with optical zoom when shooting. The available shooting characteristics and focal lengths (35mm film equivalent) are as follows. Selection Focal Length Shooting Characteristics Enables shooting at zoom factors of up to Standard 35 - 560 mm 16x with digital and optical zoom combined.
Page 58 About Safety Zoom Depending on the number of recording pixets set, you can shift from optical zoom to digital zoom without pausing up to a factor where the image quality does not deteriorate (Safety Zoom). [] displays when reaching the maximum zoom factor without image deterioration. Pressing the zoom lever toward E43again allows you to zoom even further (not available in []).
Page 59 Shooting with Digital Zoom Select [Digital Zoom]. 1. Press the _) button. MENU 2. In the [] menu, use the ÷ or 41, button to select [Digital Zoom]. Make settings, 1. Use the ÷ or + button to select [Standard]._ 2.
Page 60 Shooting with Digital Tele-Converter The digital tete-converter feature uses digital zoom to achieve the effects of a tele-converter (a lens used in telephoto shooting). Select [Digital Zoom], 1. Press the _) button. MENU 2. In the [] menu, use the t" or _1, button to select [Digital Zoom].
Page 61: Using The Flash
Using Flash _V'k'IIRI."IF'JI,.'I,'TR'_il'mll,V_,'=F'J_I p. 190 You are recommended to shoot with the camera attached to a tripod or other device if the camera shake warning icon (_]) appears. 6"...
Page 62: Shooting Close-Ups (Macro)
I _ Shooting Close-ups (Macro) :V_ll_"l."lF'-l,.-,I,'t;lVJil'_ll,V_t;F_l _ p. 190 Use this mode to shoot close-ups of flowers or small items. The image area at the minimum shooting distance from the end of the lens to the subject (5 cm) (2.0 in.) is 59 x 44 mm (2.3 x 1.7 in.). To Cancel the Macro Mode: Press the _ button and use the _.
Page 63: Using The Self-Timer
Using Self-Timer _V'k'IIRI."IF'JI,.'I,'TR'_il'mll,V_,'=F'J_ _ p. 190 You can set the time delay and the numbers of shots you wish to take in advance 10 sec Self-Timer: The shutter releases 10 seconds after the shutter button is pressed • 2 seconds before the shutter releases, the self-timer sound beeps "= quickly and the lamp will speed up.
Page 64 • When you press the shutter button fully, the self-timer lamp will blink.* • When [Red-Eye Lamp] is set to [On] in [Flash Settings] in the Rec. menu, the ....so,,-,lme, ,omp w,, ,0ht ....To Cancel the Self-Timer: Press the _) button and the ÷ or 4, button to select il. Changing the Delay Time...
Page 65: Changing The Recording Pixets (Still Images)
hanging Recording Pixels (Still Images) Select recording pixels. 1. Press the _u_ button. 2. Use the 4, or ,I, button to select [] and the ÷ or "l* button to change the recording pixets. & 3. Press the @ button. Approximate Values Recording...
Page 66: Changing The Compression (Still Images)
See Image Data Sizes (Estimated) (p. 182) t Changing the Compression (Still Images)[] _V'_llRI."IFJI,.".I.'T_Jil'm'II,V_F'J_ _ p. 190 Approximate Values Compression Settings Compression Purpose _lSuperfine High Quality Shoot higher quality images. _F1 Fine [] Normal Normal Shoot more images....• _ee _o_ Ca_¸ a n_ _ iimaie_ ¸Ca_a_e_ ipli 8ii....
Page 67: Adjusting The Iso Speed
Adjusting ISO Speed _V'k'IIRI."IF'JI,.'I,'TR'_il'mll,V_,'=F'J_ _ p. 190 Raise the ISO speed to use a fast shutter speed when you wish to reduce the effects of camera shake or avoid blurry subjects, or to turn the flash off when shooting in a dark area. 5"...
Page 68: Shooting Using The Mode Dial
I Mode Dial _mage Zone The camera automatically selects settings. : Auto (p. 15) " Easy (p. 17) • Image Zone When a shooting mode appropriate for the shooting conditions selected, the camera automatically adjusts settings for optimal shooting. _l'qll : Portrait : Landscape : Night Snapshot : Kids&Pets...
Page 69: Shooting Modes For Specific Scenes
I Shooting Modes for Specific Scenes _V_I1RI.'IF'JB.-f;t'R_ff_N,V_t;F'J_I _ p. 190 When a shooting mode appropriate for the shooting conditions selected, the camera automatically adjusts settings for optimal shooting. till, _1=, [_, _,e, or SCN (Special Scene) 5" Portrait Produces a soft effect when photographing people. Landscape Optimized for shooting landscape scenes which contain both near and far subjects.
Page 70 Night Snapshot Allows you to take snapshots of people against twilight or night backgrounds by reducing the effects of camera shake when firmly holding the camera, even without using a tripod. Kids&Pets Allows you to capture subjects that move around, such as children and pets, without missing photo opportunities.
Page 71 [] Snow Shoots without ablue t inge and w ithout making people appear dark a gainst asnowy background.
Page 72: Shooting In The Manual Mode
70 I l aM Shooting in the Manual Mode :V'k'IIRI."IF'JI,.'I,'TR'_il'mll,V_,'=F'J_ p. 190 Allows you to select settings yourself, such as the exposure compensation, white balance or My Color settings.
Page 73: ,A Movie Shooting
Movie Shooting :V'k'IIRI."IF'JI,.1,'TR'_il'mll,V_,'=F'J_ _) p. 190 The following movie modes are available. The recording time will differ according to the memory card used (p. 182).._th_ mode (p5S/ OB/movie .2 :N Compa Since t here a r_ew recording pi×el_od _ so the data size issma,, I is full .1 .
Page 74 Shoot. Pressing the shutter button halfway automatically sets the exposure, focus and white balance settings. Pressing the shutter button fully starts recording video and sound simultaneously. During shooting, the recording time and [ORec] appear on the LCD monitor. Pressing the shutter button fully again stops recording. Recording will stop automatically under the following circumstances.
Page 75 • Adjust the zoom setting before shooting. The combined digital and optical zoom factor will d isplay onthe LCD monitor. When the zoom factor displays inblue, the image will d eteriorate. • You can use digital zoom during the movie shooting in[] mode only.
Page 76 Changing Movie Recording Pixels/Frame Rates You can change the recording pixets and frame rate when the movie mode is set to [] (Standard). The frame rate can be set depending on the recording pixels. Select recording pixels. 1. Press the _ button.
Page 77: Advanced Shooting Functions
(p. 134) is conducted immediately before shooting. • Except (Large/Super Fine) mode. • This reflects standard shooting criteria established by Canon. Actual results vary according to the subject and shooting conditions. • Even if continuous shooting suddenly stops, the memory card may not be full.
Page 78: Setting The Flash
• The inte_ai beiween shotslengthens when the built-in memory of the camera fills. • If the flash is used, the interval between shots lengthens because the flash must charge. I Setting Flash _VJ_ll_'l;1F:l_-h't'_r_ffml,v_t_t;F'-L'! )) p. 190 You can make detailed flash settings to fit the shooting conditions. Flash Settings Slow Synchro...
Page 79 Displaying Setting [Flash Settings] 1. Press the _) button. _:ll.!'_m_ _ 2.1nthe r'_lmenu, usethe ÷ or 4!, button to select [Flash Settings]. I 3" Press the Q button Make settings. Examp,e in Av mode _" 1. Use the ÷ or ,I, to select the option. 2.
Page 80: Checking The Focus And Peoples' Expressions
78 I hecking Focus Peoples' Expressions _VJ_l_l."lF'JI,.-l,lVt_ll;t;l,v_t_t;F'-Ll_ p. 190 You can zoom the display of the AF frame to check focus when shooting or right after taking a shot. Zooming Frame Shooting When [AF Frame] is set to [Face Detect] or [Center], the AF frame area can be zoomed to check focus while shooting.
Page 81 • Pressing the shutter button halfway zooms a section of the display according to the following AF Frame mode settings (p. 82). - [Face Detect] : The face detected as the main subject will appear zoomed. - [Center] : The center of the image will appear zoomed in t.e LeD mort !o! he AF frame cannot be zoomed under the following circumstances:...
Page 82 Checking Focus Right After Shooting (Focus Check) Allows you to check the focus of an image taken. It is also easy to check peoples' expressions and look for closed eyes when shooting because a frame the size of the face displays when AF frame mode is set to [Face Detect] (p.
Page 83 IThereco ° Frames are displayed as follows. Orangeframe contents Frame color I Content Orange IDisplays the area of the image shown at the bottom Iright White IDisplays at the focal point (AF frame). ° The orange frame can be shown at a different magnification, ....
Page 84: Selecting An Af Frame Mode
82 I I Selecting an AF Frame Mode _V'k'IIRI,"IF'JI,.'I,'TR'_il'mlI,,_"=F'J_ _ > p. 190 The AF frame indicates the area of the composition on which the camera focuses. The camera detects a face and sets the focus, exposure .1 and white balance .2. In addition, the camera meters the subject so that the face Face is correctly illuminated when the flash fires.
Page 85 ....• [Face Deiect] cannoi be used when the LCD monitor is turned off. • The AF frame appears as follows when the shutter button is pressed halfway. - Green : In focus - Yellow : Focusing difficulty ([Center] option) - No AF frame : Focusing difficulty ([Face Detect] or [AiAF] option) <...
Page 86: Selecting A Subject To Focus On (Face Select And Track)
84 I Selecting a Subject to Focus On (Face Select Track) _ellm.-1F,Jl,.1,1vt_ll;Ttll,V_t;rml )_ p. 190 Once the focus is fixed to a subject's face, the frame can be set to follow the subject within a certain range. use the Face Select and Track function ! first configure th e following settings.
Page 87 3. Press the r[_,._ button again. • The camera exits face designation mode, and the face frame (_ _) of the main subject will change to white (the frame will continue to follow the subject within a certain range). < !n the following cases, the face select mode will be canceled, _"...
Page 88 86 I i Shooting Hard-to-Focus Subjects (Focus Lock, AF Lock) _V'k'IIRI,"IF'JI,.'I,'TR'_il'mlI,,_"=F'J_"_I p. 190 It may be difficult to focus on the following types of subjects. • Subjects with extremely low contrast to the surroundings • Scenes with a mixture of near and far subjects •...
Page 89 To Release the AF Lock: Press the _ button. < • When shooting with the focus lock or AF lock using the LCD monitor, setting [AF Frame] to [Center] (p. 82) makes shooting easier since the camera focuses using the center AF frame only.
Page 90: Shooting Hard-To-Focus Subjects (Focus Lock, Af Lock). 86 Locking The Exposure Setting (Ae Lock)
I Locking the Exposure Setting (AE Lock) [] _V_I1RI.'IFJ_-].'tV_aWRI,V_FJL"4Jl _) p. 190 You can set the exposure and focus separately. This is effective when shooting on ski slopes, beaches and other scenes where there is an extremely strong contrast between the background and a backIit subject, or a mix of bright and dark areas.
Page 91: Shooting With Fe Lock
I Shooting with FE Lock _V_Ilm.'IF'JI,.1;TR_mT_,v_;_F'J_ _) p. 190 You can use FE lock to set the flash output for the best exposure of your subject regardless of the composition of the shot........< €.Q To Release the FE Lock: Press the _ button.
Page 92: Adjusting The Exposure Compensation (Still Images)
90 I i Adjusting Exposure Compensation (Still Images) _V'k'IIRI.'IF'JI,.'I;TR'_ffmlI,,_';F'J_"! _ p. 190 Adjust the exposure compensation to a positive value to avoid making the subject too dark when it is backlit or shot against a bright background. Adjust the exposure compensation to a negative value to avoid making the subject too bright in night shots or when shot against a dark background.
Page 93: Switching Between Metering Modes
I Switching between Metering Modes _V'k'llRl,"lt',Jl,.'l,'t'R'_m't"tll,,_,';F"J_l _ p. 190 Appropriate for standard shooting conditions, including backlit scenes. The camera divides images into several zones for metering. It evaluates complex lighting conditions, such as Evaluative the position of the subject, the brightness, the direct light, and the backlighting, and adjusts the settings to the correct exposure for the main subject.
Page 94: Setting A Slow Shutter Speed (Long Shutter Mode)
i Setting a Slow Shutter Speed (Long Shutter Mode) _V'k'IIRI."IF'JI,.'I,'TR'_il'mll,V_,'=F'J_"_I p. 190 You can set the shutter speed to a slow setting to make dark subjects appear brighter. he brightness of the image appearing on the LCD monitor and the recorded image may differ. •...
Page 95 ....• Use ihe LCD monitor to confirm that the image was recorded at the desired brightness. • Please note that camera shake becomes a factor at low shutter speeds. Shoot with the camera attached to a tripod. • Use of the flash may result in an over-exposed image.
Page 96: Adjusting The Tone (White Balance)
94 I I Adjusting the Tone (White Balance) _V'k'IIRI."IF'JI,.'I,'TR'_il'mll,V_,'=F'J_ _ p. 190 Normally, the [] (Auto) white balance setting selects an optimal white balance. When the [] setting cannot produce natural looking colors, change the white balance using a setting appropriate for the light source.
Page 97 Using Custom White Balance Take a custom white balance _ (Custom) reading for the following situations that are difficult for the [] (Auto) setting to detect correctly. • Shooting subjects of monotone color (such as sky, sea or forest) • Shooting with a particular source of light (such as a mercury-vapor lamp) •...
Page 98 ....• You are recommended to set the shooting mode to [] the exposure compensation setting to [+0] before setting a custom white balance. The correct white balance may not be obtained when the exposure setting is incorrect (image appears completely black or white). •...
Page 99: Shooting In A My Colors Mode
I Shooting in a My Colors Mode _V'k'IIRI."IF'JI,.'I,'TR'_il'mll,V_,'=F'J_ _ p. 190 You can change the look of an image when it is shot. My Colors Off Records normally with this setting. Emphasizes the contrast and color saturation to Vivid record bold colors. Tones down the contrast and color saturation to Neutral record neutral hues.
Page 100 (Setting the Custom Color Mode)
Page 101: Setting The Display Overlays
I Setting Display Overlays _V'k'IIRI."IF'JI,.'I,'TR'_il'mll,V_,'=F'J_ _ p. 190 You can display vertical and horizontal grid lines, a 3:2 print area guide, or both on the LCD monitor while shooting to help check position of your subject. Grid Lines Displays grid lines to divide the screen into 9 parts.
Page 102: Categorizing Images Automatically (Auto Category)
lOO I i Categorizing Images Automatically (Auto Category) _V'k'IIRI."IF'JI,.'I,'TR'_il'mll,V_,'=F'J_"_I p. 190 If you set Auto Category to [On], images are automatically sorted into preset categories as they are recorded. IFor images shot in [] or [] mode or images with IPeople Ifaces detected when [AF Frame] is set to [Face Detect].
Page 103: Button
I101 I Registering Settings to the Button _V_llRl.'lF'Jl,.-f;t'R_ml"al,v_t;F'J_l _ p. 190 You can register a function that you often use when shooting with the r_,_ button. Menu Item Page Menu Item Page Not Assigned Red-Eye Corr. p. 76 Face Select and Digital Tele- Track p.
Page 104 1021 Using Button For [_"], [] and _J, each time that the _N button is pressed, the settings of the registered functions are switched. For m, [] and I_J, the corresponding setup screen is displayed. For _, each press of the ri_'v button records the white balance data.
Page 105: Playback/Erasing
Please also see Viewing Still Images (p. 18). I O, Viewing Magnified Images Press zoom lever toward • _, will display at the upper right and a magnified portion of the image will display. • Images can be magnified up to a factor of approximately 10x.
Page 106: :Viewing Tmages In Sets Of Nine (Index Playback)
104 I _ Viewing Images in Sets of Nine (index Playback) To Return to Single Image Playback: Press the zoom lever toward Q,. Switching between Sets of Nine Images The jump bar will display if you press the zoom lever toward =-_ while in index playback and you can switch the display between sets of nine images.
Page 107: Check The Focus And Facial Expressions Of Subjects (Focus Check Display)
Check the Focus and Facial Expressions of Subjects (Focus Check Display) Focus Check display allows you to check the focus of images taken. Moreover, as you can change the display size and switch images, you can easily check facial expressions and whether a subject's eyes are closed.
Page 108 1061 Changing Display Size Switching Frames To Cancel Changing the Display Position: Press the MENU button. Switching Frames • When multiple in-focus frames are displayed, or when multiple faces are detected, the position of the orange colored frame will change each time the FUNC./SET button is pressed After you change the display size, the orange frame will adjust to the size of the face when you switch...
Page 109: Jumping To Images
I107 I _ Jumping to Images When you have many images recorded onto a memory card, it is handy to use the search keys below to jump over images to find the object of your search. Jump Shot Date Jumps to the first image of each shooting date.
Page 110 1081 To Return to Single Image Playback: Press the MENU button.
Page 111: Organizing Tmages By Category (My Category)
I109 i Organizing Images by Category Category) You can organize images into prepared categories. Once organized into categories, you can jump to and display the image you want (p. 107). I People L_[][] My Category1-3 To Do Scenery Events o"...
Page 112: Viewing Movies
_ Viewing Movies...
Page 113 Illl Operating Movie Control Panel Exit Ends playback and returns to single image playback. An icon will display when a printer is connected. See Print the Direct Print User Guide for details. Play Play. You can use the ÷ button to slow down or the ") Slow Motion button to speed up playback.
Page 114: Rotating Images In The Display
112] I Rotating Images in the Display Images can be rotated clockwise 90 ° or 270 ° in the display. Odginal 90 ° 270 ° When images are downloaded to a computer, the orientation of images rotated by the camera will depend upon the so.are used to download the images.
Page 115: Playback With Transition Effects
I Playback with Transition Effects You can select the transition effect displayed when switching between images. No transition effect. The displayed image darkens and the next image gradually brightens until it is displayed. Press the ÷ button to have the previous image display from the left and the ._ button to have the next image display from the right.
Page 116: Automated Playback (Slide Shows)
1141 I Automated Playback (Slide Shows) Use this feature to automatically play back all of the images in the memory card. The LCD monitor displays each image for approximately 3 seconds. No transition effect. The new image gradually brightens as it moves upward from the bottom.
Page 117: Red-Eye Correction Function
'i "' r'ess*.e ® 0o on The following functions are available during slide shows. - Pausing/resuming the slide show: Press the FUNC./SET button. - Fast forwarding/rewinding the slide show: Press the ÷ or ,_ button (continue to hold the button to switch between images more rapidly).
Page 118 1161...
Page 119 c" :x" Red-eye correction cannot be performed on movies. • Overwriting cannot be performed On protected imagesl ....ihere is noi enough space left on the memory card, red-eye correction cannot be performed. • Although you can apply red-eye correction any number of times to an image, the image quality will gradually deteriorate with each application.
Page 120 1181 Correction Frame Select [Add Frame]• 1. Use the ,1_, 41,, ÷ or ._ button to select [Add Frame]. 2. Press the _ button. • A green frame will display. Adjust position of the correction frame• 1. Use the _, _1,, ÷...
Page 121 Removing Correction Frames 1. Use the ,1_, 41,, ÷ or ,_ button to select [Remove Frame]. 2. Press the _._"_ button. Adjust position of the correction frame, 1. Use the ÷ or 4, button to select a frame to remove. •...
Page 122: Resizing Images
12ol I Resizing Images You can resave images that were recorded at high recording pixet settings at lower settings. 1600 × 1200 pixels 640 × 480 pixels 320 × 240 pixels...
Page 124: Attaching Sound Memos To Images
1221 IAttaching Sound Memos to Images In playback mode, you can attach sound memos (up to 1 min.) to an ima( e. The sound data is saved in the WAVE format.
Page 125 Sound Memo Panel Use the 4" or .)' button to select an option and press FUNC./SET button. Exit Returns to the playback screen. Record Starts recording. Pause Pauses recording or playback. Play Begins playback. Erase Erases sound memos. (Select [Erase] and in the conf rmat on screen press the FUNC.ISET button.) "10 e You cannot attach sound memos to movies.
Page 126: Protecting Images
124 I I Protecting Images You can protect important images and movies from accidental erasure. 1. Use the ÷ or ,_ button to select an image to protect. 2. Press the _ button. The protection icon appears on the lower left of image. Protection Icon Pressing the FUNC./SET button again...
Page 127: Erasing All Images
I Erasing All Images You can erase images from a memory card. • Note that erased images cannot be recovered. Exercise adequate caut on before eras ng an mage. • Protected images cannot be erased with this function. only image data but also all the data contained on the memory lease format the memory card when you want to erase not card (p.
Page 128: Print Settings/Transfer Settings
1261 I Setting DPOF Print Settings You can select images on a memory card for printing and specify the number of print copies in advance using the camera. The settings used on the camera comply with the Digital Print Order Format (DPOF) standards.
Page 129 1.Use the41, or41, button toselect an option. 2.Use the ÷ or,_button tospecify the settings. 3. Press the _ button. M_NU ....• The Daie and File No. settings change according io ihe Prini Type as follows. - [Index]: [Date] and [File No.] cannot be set to [On] at the same time. - [Standard] or [Both]: [Date] and [File No.] can be set to [On] at the same time, however, the printable information...
Page 130 • You can also s elect images inthe index playback mode.
Page 131 All the images on a Memory Card One copy of every image wiII be set to print. images are printed in order according to the file number. A maximum of 998 images can be selected. • When the camera is connected to a printer, the r_,_ button will light blue.
Page 132: Setting The Dpof Transfer Settings
1301 I Setting DPOF Transfer Settings You can use the camera to specify settings for images before downloading to a computer. Refer to the Software Starter Guide for instructions on how to transfer images to your computer. The settings used on the camera comply with the DPOF standards. The A icon may display for a memory card with transfer settings set by a different DPOF_compUant camera.
Page 134: Configuring The Camera
1321 I Power Saving Function [][] This camera is equipped with a power saving function, which can automatically turn off the power or LCD monitor. Auto Power Down When set to [On], the power will shut off in the following circumstances.
Page 135 _,,_ hepower saving function will n ot a ctivate during aslide s hew orwhile t he camera isconnected toacomputer.
Page 136: Formatting Memory Cards
134 I I Formatting Memory Cards [][_ You should always format a new memory card or one from which you wish to erase all images and other data. Please note that formatting (initializing) a memory card erases a!! data, including protected images and other file types. Low Level Format We recommend you select [Low Level Format] when you think...
Page 137: Resetting The File Number
I Resetting File Number [][] The images you shoot are automatically assigned file numbers. You can select how the file number is assigned. A number one higher than the last one recorded is assigned to the next image. This is convenient for managing all your images together on a computer because you avoid file name duplication when changing folders or memory cards.* Continuous...
Page 138 1361 File Folder Numbers Recorded images are assigned consecutive file numbers starting with 0001 and ranging up to 9999, while folders are assigned numbers starting with 100 and ranging up to 999. Up to 2000 images can be saved into a single folder. New Folder Created Memory Card Exchanged for Another Memory Card 1...
Page 139: Creafing An Image Desfination (Folder)
I Creating an Image Destination (Folder) [][_ You can create a new folder at any time and the recorded images will be automatically saved to that folder. Create New Creates a new folder the next time you shoot images. To Folder create an additional folder, insert the check mark again.
Page 140 1381 Setting or Time Automatic Folder Creation Select [Create Folder], 1. Press the C) button. MENU 2. Use the ÷ or '_ button to select the menu. 3. Use the ÷ or 41, button to select ]Create Folder]. 4. Press the _ button.
Page 141: Setting The Auto Rotate Function
I Setting Auto Rotate Function [][_ Your camera is equipped with an Intelligent Orientation sensor that detects the orientation of an image shot with the camera held verticalI, ' and automatically rotates it to the correct orientation when viewin( it in the LCD monitor. o This function may not operate correctly when the camera is pointed straight up or down.
Page 142: Resetting Settings To Their Default Values
1401 Orientation sensor judges the upper end to be "up" and the hen the camera is held vertically to shoot, the Intelligent lower end to be "down". tt then regulates the optimal white balance, exposure and focus for vertical photography. This function operates regardless of the on/off status of the Auto Rotate function.
Page 143: Connecting To A Tv
I Shooting/Playback Using a TV [][] You can use the supplied AV cable to shoot or playback images using a TV. 5" <...
Page 144 1421 • The video output signal can be switched (NTSC or PAL) to accommodate different regional standards (p. 52). The default setting varies between regions. - NTSC: Japan, U.S.A., Canada, Taiwan and others - PAL: Europe, Asia (excluding Taiwan), Oceania and others •...
Page 145: Troubleshooting
Camera (p.143) When the power isturned on(p.144) LCD monitor (p.144) Shooting (p.146) Shooting movies (p.150) Playback (p.151 ) Battery (p.152) TVmonitor output (p.152) Printing with adirect print compatible printer (p.153) Power isnot t urned on. ®Press the power button (p. 4 2). Memory card s lot/battery ÷Confirm that the Memory card s lot/ 0"...
Page 146 1441 The camera's horizontal/ ®The camera's orientation mechanism vertical orientation was is operating. There is no malfunction. changed. J_I.l','L=] i _-_[tlT_ I E.]il I'A'i ,'I_T1,3,'_J The SD memory card's or ®When recording to, erasing from or SDHC memory card's formatting the memory card, slide the write protect tab is set to write protect tab upward (p.
Page 147 Display flickers when s hot® This isnot a camera malfunction under fluorescent lighting.(flickering recorded inmovies, but n ot instill i mages). Sometimes appears when ® This isanormal occurrence indevices shooting abright subject, containing CCDs and does n ot such a sthe sun orother constitute amalfunction.
Page 148 ® If reformatting does not work, the memory card logic circuits may be damaged. Consult the nearest Canon Customer Support Help Desk. SD memory card or SDHC ® Slide the write protect tab upward memory card is write (p.
Page 149 AF-assist Beam isset t o ®Indark p laces where i tisdifficult for [Off]. the camera tofocus, the AF-assist Beam w ill e mit toassist focusing. the AF-assist Beam w ill n ot f unction when t urned off, s et i t[On] toactivate it(p.49).
Page 150 1481 Too much light is shining ® Change the shooting angle. directly into the camera, or is being reflected off the subject. Flash is set to [] (Flash ® Set the flash to [] (Flash off) (p. 59). on). ISO speed is too high. ®...
Page 151 Light isreflected back ®Shoot with [Red-Eye Lamp] inthe from the eyes w hen t he [Flash Settings] menu set t o[On] flash isused i ndark (p. 7 6). F or t his mode tobeeffective, areas, the subject must belooking right at the red-eye reduction tamp.
Page 152 1501 The following types of ® Although the recording time may not memory cards are used. display properly during shooting, the - Slow recording cards. movie will be recorded correctly on - Cards formatted on a the memory card. Recording time will different camera or a display properly if you format the memory card in this camera...
Page 153 You attempted toplay ®Computer images that cannot be back i mages shot with played back m ay play b ack i fthey are another camera orimagesadded tothe camera using t he edited with acomputer, supplied software program ZoomBrowser EX orImageBrowser. ZoomBrowser EX/ImageBrowser Software User Guide (PDF).
Page 154 Batteries are not the right ® Use only unused AA-size alkaline type. batteries or Canon AA-size NiMH batteries (p. 164). Battery capacity drops ® If shooting in a cold location, warm the due to low ambient...
Page 155 The camera and printer ®Securely connect the camera and arenot p roperly printer with the specified cable. connected. The printer power isnot ® Turn o nthe printer power. turned on. The print connection @ Select [Print Method] and select [Auto] method isnot c orrect.
Page 156: List Of Messages
(p. 134). However, if this error message appears even when using the supplied memory card, contact your Canon Customer Support Help Desk as there may be a problem with the camera.
Page 157 AA-size alkaline batteries orfully charged Canon AA-size NiMH batteries. Also refer to Battery (p. 164). No images recorded on memory card. You attempted to play back an image larger than 5616 x 3744 pixels or with a large data size.
Page 158 Asound memo cannot be added tothis image since t he data t ype of the existing sound memo isincorrect. Inaddition, sound cannot be played back. You attempted toresize orperform red eye correction on amovie or animage recorded with another camera. Oryou attem_oted toresize animage already resized tom oranimage shot in[wl.
Page 159 Turn t he power off a nd then back on, then shoot or play back. A problem exists if the error code reappears. Note the number and contact your Canon Customer Support Help Desk. If an error code displays directly after taking a picture, the shot may not have been recorded.
Page 160: Appendix
• Before using t he camera, please ensure that you read t he safety precautions described below a nd inthe "Safety Precautions" section. Always ensure that t he camera isoperated correctly. • Before using t he camera, please ensure that you read t he safety precautions described below a nd inthe "Safety Precautions"...
Page 161 Immediately turn the camera power off and remove the camera batteries or unplug the battery charger or compact power adapter from the power outlet. Please consult your camera distributor or the closest Canon Customer Support Help Desk. • Do not use substances...
Page 162 1601 • Do not place the batteries near a heat source or expose it to direct flame or heat. • The batteries should not be immersed in water or sea water. • Do not attempt to disassemble, alter or apply heat to the batteries.
Page 163 Leaving the units plugged in for a long period of time may cause them to overheat and distort, resulting in fire. • When recharging the Canon AA-size NiMH batteries, use only a specified battery charger.
Page 164 1621 Equipment • Be careful not to bang the camera or subject it to strong impacts or shocks that could lead to injury or damage the equipment when wearing or holding it by the strap. • Be careful not to bump or strongly push the end of the lens. The above-mentioned could lead to injury or damage the equipment.
Page 165 Flash • Do not operate the flash with dirt, dust or other items stuck to the surface of the flash. • Be careful not to cover the flash with your fingers or clothing when shooting. The flash may be damaged and emit smoke or noise. The resulting heat build-up could damage the flash.
Page 166: Preventing Malfunctions
,,atte, • This camera uses AA-size alkaline batteries or Canon AA-size NiMH batteries (sold separately). While it is possible to use AA-size nickel-cadmium batteries, performance is unreliable and their use is not recommended.
Page 167 • Never mix unused and partially used batteries. The partially used batteries may leak. • Do not install the batteries with their terminals (_ and _) reversed. • Do not mix batteries of different types or from different manufacturers. • Before installing the batteries, wipe the battery terminals well with a dry cloth.
Page 168 • When the camera is malfunctioning, a corrupted memory card might be the cause. Reformatting the memory card may solve the problem. • When a non-Canon brand memory card is malfunctioning, reformatting it may solve the problem. • Memory cards formatted in other cameras, computers, or peripheral devices may not operate correctly in this camera.
Page 169: Using The Power Kits (Sold Separately)
• Be careful when transferring or disposing of a memory card. Formatting or erasing the data on a memory card merely changes the file management information on the memory card and does not ensure that its contents are completely deleted. When disposing of a memory card, take precautions,...
Page 170 1681 o The CB-5AH/CB-5AHE battery charger can only be used to charge Canon AA-size NiMH batteries NB-3AH. • Do not mix batteries with different purchase dates or different charge states. When recharging batteries, always recharge both of them at the same time.
Page 171 Replace them with new batteries. If you are purchasing new batteries, look for Canon AA-size NiMH batteries. • Leaving batteries in the camera or charger may result in damage from battery leakage. When not in use remove the batteries from the camera or charger and store them in a cool, dry location.
Page 172 1701 Using AC Adapter ACK800 It is best to power the camera with AC Adapter Kit ACK800 (sold separately) when you are using it for long periods of time or connecting it to a computer. Tum the camera POWe r off before connecting or disconnecting the AC adapter.
Page 173: Using An Externally Mounted Flash (Sold Separately)
_ Using an Externally Mounted Flash (Sold Separately) High-Power Flash HF-DC1 This flash is used to supplement the camera's built-in flash when the subject is too far away for proper illumination. Use the following procedures to affix the camera and High-Power Flash to the supporting bracket.
Page 174 1721 • For continuous shooting, although the flash fires for the first shot, it does not fire for subsequent shots. • Fasten the attachment screws securely so that they do not loosen. Failure to do so may lead to the dropping of the camera and flash resulting in damage to both.
Page 175: Replacing The Date Battery
I Replacing Date Battery If the Date/Time in the Set up menu appears when the camera power is turned on, the date battery charge is low and the date and time settings have been lost. Please purchase a lithium coin battery (CR1220) and replace it as follows.
Page 176 1741 first time, although the Date/Time menu will appear, you do not fter purchasing the camera and turning on the power for the need to replace the date battery.
Page 177: Camera Care And Maintenance
If dirt remains, contact the closest Canon Customer Support Help Desk as listed on the separate customer support list supplied with your camera.
Page 178: Specifications
176 I I Specifications All data is based on Canon's standard testing methods. Subject to change without notice. PowerShot A580 (W): Max. wide angle (T): Max. telephoto Camera Effective Pixels : Approx. 8 million Image Sensor 1/2.5-inch type CCD (Total number of pixels: Approx.
Page 179 Metering System Evaluative*l/Center-weighted average or Spot .2 "1 Facial brightness is also evaluated in Face Detect AF. *2 Fixed to center Exposure Compensation +2 stops in 1/3-stop increments ISO Speed Auto .1, High ISO Auto .2, ISO 80/100/200/400/ (Standard Output 800/1600 Sensitivity, "1 Camera automatically sets the optimal speed...
Page 180 1781 Data Type Still images: Exif 2.2 (JPEG)* Movies: AVt (Image data: Motion JPEG; Audio data: WAVE (monaural)) Sound Memo: WAVE (monaural) * This digital camera supports Exif 2.2 (also called °Exif Print"). Exif Print is a standard for enhancing the communication between digital cameras and printers.
Page 181 Rotate, Slide Show, Red-Eye Correction, Resize, Sound memos (it is possible to record and playback up to 1 min.), Protect Direct Print PictBridge compliant, and Canon Direct Print and Bubble Jet Direct compatible Interface Hi-Speed USB (mini-B) Audio/Video output (NTSC or PAL selectable,...
Page 182 Power is left offfor a sufficient amount of time*, then the power is turned back on and the testing procedure is repeated. A Canon-brandmemorycard is used. • Untilthe returnsto normal...
Page 183 4317 (Date Stamp) 1600 × 1200 1600 x 1200 pixelsPiXels i_--. 10253, 412171 1839590 3264 × 1832 pixeis -" (Widescreen) 14766 This reflects standard shooting criteria established by Canon. Actual results may vary according to the subject and shooting conditions.
Page 184 1821 Movie card includedwith thecamera I'_1: Memory Recording Pixels/ 32 MB SDC-128M SDC-512MSH Frame Rate 640 x 480 pixels 23 sec. 1 min. 6 min. 20 frames/sec. 36 sec. 12 sec. 640 x 480 pixels 3 min. 12 min. 20 frames/sec. LP 47 sec.
Page 185 MultiMediaCard Interlace Compatible with MultiMediaCard standards Dimensions 32.0 × 24.0 × 1.4 mm (1.26 × 0.94 × 0.06 in.) Weight Approx. 1.5 g (0.05 oz.) SD Memory Card Interlace Compatible with SD memory card standards Dimensions 32.0 × 24.0 × 2.1 mm (1.26 × 0.94 × 0.08 in.) Weight Approx.
Page 186 1841 Battery Charger CB-5AH/CB-5AHE (Supplied with the separately sold Battery and Charger Kit CBK4-300) Rated Input 100 - 240 V AC (50/60 Rated Output 565 mA x4, 1275 mA ×2 Rated Output Approx. 4 hours 40 min. .1, Approx. 2 hours .2 Operating Temperatures 0 - 35 °C (32 - 95 °F)
Page 187: Index
Index 1185 Numerics Date Battery ......173 Date Stamp ....... 22 3:2 Guide ........99 Digital Tele- Converter ....55 Digital Zoom ......55 Direct Print Compatible Printers ..........35, 38 AC Adapter Kit ACK800 ..170 Direct Transfer ......31 Accessories .......
Page 188 1861 I ndex High-Power Flash ....171 Night Display ......54 Histogram ........48 Overexposure Warning ..... 54 Index Playback ......104 Indicators ........43 ISO Speed ........ 65 Power Kits ......167 Power Saving ....51,132 Pressing fully ......16 Jump (Searching the Images).
Page 189 1187 Index Slide S hows ......Sound Memos ......Start-up Image ......System Map ......Telephoto ........55 Transfer Settings (DPOF) ..130 Transition ........ 113 TV Set ........141 Video Output Signal ....141 Viewfinder ......... 41 Volume ........51 White Balance ......
Page 190 Canon U.S.A., Inc. One Canon Plaza, Lake Success, NY 11042, U.S.A. Tel No. (516) 328-5600 Canadian Radio Interference Regulations This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-0O3.
Page 191 Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. • The SDHC logo is a trademark. For CA, USA only Included lithium battery contains Perchlorate Material - special handling may apply. See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate/for details. Copyright © Canon Inc. 2008 All rights reserved.
Page 192: 'Functions Available In Each Shooting Mode
1901 Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode Some functions may not be available, depending on the shooting mode. Check the functions available for each shooting mode in the table below. Shooting Mode :unction _hu_er ong Shutter Mode (p 92) Vly Colors (p 97) _lumber of Recording Pixels,...
Page 193 Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode 1191...
Page 194 1921 Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode Shooting Mode Function _hu_er Face Detect AF Frame (p 82) AiAF (9 point) Center Standard Digital Zoom 4) (p 55) Digital Tele-conveder Custom Timer (delay, shots) (p 61 ) ', 'o Review (Rec review) (p 49) ......
Page 195 Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode :o: i O: _,o...

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