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© CANON INC. 2014
Before Use
Basic Guide
Advanced Guide
Camera Basics
Auto Mode / Hybrid
Auto Mode
Other Shooting
Modes
P Mode
Tv, Av, M, C1, and
C2 Mode
Playback Mode
Wi-Fi Functions
Setting Menu
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Appendix
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  • Page 1 Store this guide safely so that you can use it in the Store this guide safely so that you can use it in the title at right. future. From chapter title pages, you can access topics by clicking their titles. © CANON INC. 2014 CEL-SV4DA210...

  • Page 2: Package Contents

    If anything is missing, contact your camera retailer. • Take and review some test shots initially to make sure the images were recorded correctly. Please note that Canon Inc., its subsidiaries and Camera Basics affiliates, and its distributors are not liable for any consequential damages...

  • Page 3: Part Names And Conventions Shooting With In This Guide

    Before Use Part Names and Conventions in This Basic Guide Guide Advanced Guide Camera Basics Auto Mode / Hybrid Auto Mode Other Shooting Modes P Mode Tv, Av, M, C1, and C2 Mode Hot shoe / Hot shoe cap Hot shoe / Hot shoe cap Hot shoe / Hot shoe cap <...
  • Page 4 Before Use • In this guide, icons are used to represent the corresponding camera Basic Guide buttons and dials on which they appear or which they resemble. • The following camera buttons and controls are represented by icons. Advanced Guide <...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Before Use Table of Contents Shooting RAW Images ....98 Wi-Fi Functions ......139 Basic Guide Other Settings ......99 What You Can Do with Wi-Fi ..140 Registering Web Services ..142 Tv, Av, M, C1, and C2 Mode ..101 Advanced Guide Package Contents ......2 Clock ..........29...
  • Page 6 Before Use Using Optional Accessories ..184 Basic Guide Using the Software ....194 Printing Images ......197 Advanced Guide Appendix ........205 Camera Basics Troubleshooting ......206 Auto Mode / Hybrid On-Screen Messages ....210 Auto Mode On-Screen Information ....213 Other Shooting Functions and Menu Tables ..216 Modes Handling Precautions...

  • Page 7: Common Camera Operations

    Before Use Common Camera Operations Applying special effects Basic Guide Shoot Advanced Guide Use camera-determined settings (Auto Mode, Hybrid Auto Camera Basics Mode) ..................... 31, Vivid Colors Poster Effect “Aged” Photos See several effects applied to each shot, using camera-determined Auto Mode / Hybrid Auto Mode settings (Creative Shot Mode) .............

  • Page 8: Safety Precautions

    Before Use Safety Precautions View Basic Guide View images (Playback Mode) ............112 • Before using the product, ensure that you read the safety precautions Automatic playback (Slideshow) ............Advanced Guide described below. Always ensure that the product is used correctly. On a TV ....................
  • Page 9 Before Use Caution • Do not look through the viewfinder (if your model has one) at intense Denotes the possibility of injury. Basic Guide light sources, such as the sun on a clear day or an intense artificial • When carrying the product by the strap, be careful not to bang it, light source.
  • Page 10 Before Use Caution • If your product uses multiple batteries, do not use batteries that Denotes the possibility of property damage. have different levels of charge together, and do not use old and Basic Guide new batteries together. Do not insert the batteries with the + and – •...

  • Page 11: Basic Guide

    Before Use Basic Guide Basic Guide Advanced Guide Camera Basics Auto Mode / Hybrid Auto Mode Other Shooting Basic information and instructions, from initial preparations to shooting and playback Basic information and instructions, from initial preparations to shooting and playback Basic information and instructions, from initial preparations to shooting and playback Modes P Mode...

  • Page 12: Initial Preparations

    Before Use Initial Preparations Charging the Battery Pack Basic Guide Before use, charge the battery pack with the included charger. Be sure to Prepare for shooting as follows. Advanced Guide charge the battery pack initially, because the camera is not sold with the Attaching the Strap battery pack charged.

  • Page 13: Inserting The Battery Pack And Memory Card

    Before Use Inserting the Battery Pack and Memory Card Basic Guide Remove the battery pack. Insert the included battery pack and a memory card (sold separately). After unplugging the battery charger, Advanced Guide Note that before using a new memory card (or a memory card formatted remove the battery pack by pushing it in in another device), you should format the memory card with this camera ( ) and up ( ).
  • Page 14 Before Use Removing the Battery Pack and Memory Card Check the card’s write-protect Basic Guide tab and insert the memory card. Remove the battery pack. Advanced Guide Recording is not possible on memory Open the cover and press the battery cards with a write-protect tab when the lock in the direction of the arrow.

  • Page 15: Setting The Date And Time

    Before Use Setting the Date and Time Set the home time zone. Basic Guide Press the <q><r> buttons to choose Set the current date and time correctly as follows if the [Date/Time] screen your home time zone. Advanced Guide is displayed when you turn the camera on. Information you specify this way is recorded in image properties when you shoot, and it is used when you Camera Basics manage images by shooting date or print images showing the date.
  • Page 16 Before Use Changing the Date and Time Basic Guide • Date/time settings can be retained for about 3 weeks by the camera’s built-in Adjust the date and time as follows. date/time battery (backup battery) after the battery pack is removed. Advanced Guide •...

  • Page 17: Trying The Camera Out

    Before Use Still Images Movies Set the display language. Trying the Camera Out Basic Guide Press the <o><p><q><r> buttons or turn the <7> dial to choose a language, Advanced Guide Follow these instructions to turn the camera on, shoot still images or and then press the <m>...
  • Page 18 Before Use Compose the shot. Shoot. Basic Guide To zoom in and enlarge the subject, move Press the shutter button all the way the zoom lever toward <i> (telephoto), down. Advanced Guide and to zoom away from the subject, move As the camera shoots, a shutter sound it toward <j>...
  • Page 19 Before Use Viewing To access Scroll Display mode, turn the Basic Guide After shooting images or movies, you can view them on the screen as <7> dial rapidly. In this mode, turn the Advanced Guide follows. <7> dial to browse through images. To return to single-image display, press Camera Basics Enter Playback mode.
  • Page 20 Before Use Touch-Screen Operations Erasing Images Basic Guide You can choose and erase unneeded images one by one. Be careful when To view the next image, drag left across erasing images, because they cannot be recovered. Advanced Guide the screen in step 2, and to view the previous image, drag right.

  • Page 21: Advanced Guide

    Before Use Advanced Guide Basic Guide Advanced Guide Camera Basics Camera Basics Auto Mode / Hybrid Auto Mode Other basic operations and more ways to enjoy your camera, including shooting and playback options Other basic operations and more ways to enjoy your camera, including shooting and playback options Other basic operations and more ways to enjoy your camera, including shooting and playback options Other Shooting Modes...

  • Page 22: On/Off

    Before Use On/Off Power-Saving Features (Auto Power Down) Basic Guide As a way to conserve battery power, the camera automatically deactivates Shooting Mode Advanced Guide the screen (Display Off) and then turns itself off after a specific period of Press the ON/OFF button to turn the inactivity.

  • Page 23: Shutter Button

    Before Use Shutter Button Shooting Modes Basic Guide To ensure your shots are in focus, always begin by holding the shutter Use the mode dial to access each shooting mode. Advanced Guide button halfway down, and once the subject is in focus, press the button all P, Tv, Av, M, C1, and C2 the way down to shoot.

  • Page 24: Adjusting The Screen Angle And

    Before Use Adjusting the Screen Angle and When finished, tilt the screen back to Basic Guide Orientation lower it ( ), and then slide it up until it clicks ( ). Advanced Guide You can adjust the screen angle and orientation to suit the scene or how you are shooting.

  • Page 25: Shooting Display Options

    Before Use Shooting Display Options Using the FUNC. Menu Basic Guide Press the <l> button to view other information on the screen, or to hide Configure commonly used shooting functions through the FUNC. menu as Advanced Guide the information. For details on the information displayed, see “On-Screen follows.

  • Page 26: Using Menus

    Before Use Using Menus Finish the setup process. Basic Guide Press the <m> button. Configure a variety of camera functions through other menus as follows. The screen before you pressed the Advanced Guide Menu items are grouped by purpose on tabs, such as shooting [4], <m>...
  • Page 27 Before Use Choose a menu item. Touch-Screen Operations Basic Guide Press the <o><p> buttons or turn the • To access tabs, press the <n> button to access the menu, and then <7> dial to choose a menu item. touch the desired tab. Advanced Guide For menu items with options not shown, •...

  • Page 28: On-Screen Keyboard

    Before Use On-Screen Keyboard Deleting Characters Basic Guide To delete the previous character, either Use the on-screen keyboard to enter information for Face ID 44), touch [ ] or press the <a> button. Advanced Guide Wi-Fi connections 148), and so on. Note that the length and type of Holding down the <a>...

  • Page 29: Clock

    Before Use Indicator Display Clock Basic Guide The indicator of the camera 3) lights up or blinks depending on the You can check the current time. Advanced Guide camera status. Indicator Press and hold the <m> button. Camera Basics Color Camera Status Status The current time appears.

  • Page 30: Mode

    Before Use Basic Guide Auto Mode / Hybrid Auto Mode Advanced Guide Camera Basics Convenient mode for easy shots with greater control over shooting Auto Mode / Hybrid Auto Mode Other Shooting Modes P Mode Tv, Av, M, C1, and C2 Mode Playback Mode Wi-Fi Functions...

  • Page 31: Camera-Determined Settings

    Before Use Shooting with Camera-Determined Compose the shot. Basic Guide Settings To zoom in and enlarge the subject, move Advanced Guide the zoom lever toward <i> (telephoto), For fully automatic selection of the optimal settings for specific scenes, and to zoom away from the subject, move simply let the camera determine the subject and shooting conditions.
  • Page 32 Before Use Shooting Movies If [Raise the flash] appears on the screen, Basic Guide move the <h> switch to raise the flash. It Start shooting. will fire when shooting. If you prefer not Press the movie button. The camera beeps Advanced Guide to use the flash, push it down with your once as recording begins, and [...

  • Page 33: Shooting In Hybrid Auto Mode

    Before Use Still Images Movies Shoot. Shooting in Hybrid Auto Mode Basic Guide Follow step 4 in “Shooting (Smart Auto)” 31) to shoot a still image. Advanced Guide You can make a short movie of the day just by shooting still images. The The camera records both a still image camera records 2 –...
  • Page 34 Before Use Still Images Basic Guide • Digest movie quality is [ ] and cannot be changed. • Sounds are not played when you press the shutter button halfway or trigger • A blinking [ ] icon warns that images are more likely to be blurred Advanced Guide the self-timer 170).

  • Page 35: Scene Icons

    Before Use Still Images Movies Movies Scene Icons Basic Guide • The camera may become warm when shooting movies repeatedly Advanced Guide In [ ] and [ ] modes, shooting scenes determined by the camera over an extended period. This does not indicate damage. are indicated by the icon displayed, and corresponding settings are Camera Basics automatically selected for optimal focusing, subject brightness, and color.
  • Page 36 Before Use • The background color of [ ], [ ], [ ], [ ], and [ ] is dark blue, and the Continuous Shooting Scenes Basic Guide background color of [ ] is orange. If you shoot a still image when the following scene icons are displayed, •...

  • Page 37: Image Stabilization Icons

    Before Use Still Images Movies Still Images Movies Image Stabilization Icons On-Screen Frames Basic Guide Advanced Guide Optimal image stabilization for the shooting conditions is automatically In [ ] mode, a variety of frames are displayed once the camera detects applied (Intelligent IS).

  • Page 38: Common, Convenient Features

    Before Use Common, Convenient Features • Moving the zoom lever will display the zoom bar (which indicates Basic Guide the zoom position). The color of the zoom bar will change depending Still Images Movies on the zoom range. Advanced Guide Zooming In Closer on Subjects (Digital Zoom) White range: optical zoom range where the image will not appear Camera Basics...

  • Page 39: Using The Self-Timer

    Before Use Still Images Movies Still Images Movies Shooting at Preset Focal Lengths (Step Using the Self-Timer Basic Guide Zoom) Advanced Guide With the self-timer, you can include yourself in group photos or other timed shots. The camera will shoot about 10 seconds after you press the shutter You can shoot at preset focal lengths of 24, 28, 35, 50, 85, 100 or 120 mm Camera Basics button.
  • Page 40 Before Use Still Images Movies Once you start the self-timer, the lamp Basic Guide will blink and the camera will play a self- Customizing the Self-Timer timer sound. You can specify the delay (0 – 30 seconds) and number of shots (1 – 10). Advanced Guide Two seconds before the shot, the blinking Choose [$].

  • Page 41: Adding A Date Stamp

    Before Use Still Images Still Images Shooting by Touching the Screen (Touch Adding a Date Stamp Basic Guide Shutter) Advanced Guide The camera can add the shooting date to images, in the lower-right corner. However, note that date stamps cannot be edited or removed, so confirm With this option, instead of pressing the shutter button, you can simply Camera Basics beforehand that the date and time are correct...

  • Page 42: Continuous Shooting

    Shooting may stop momentarily or continuous shooting may slow Use camera DPOF print settings 201) to print down depending on shooting conditions, camera settings, and the Use the software downloaded from the Canon website 194) to print Auto Mode / Hybrid zoom position.

  • Page 43: Using Face Id

    Before Use Using Face ID • Grouped images can be played back individually 119) and ungrouped Basic Guide 119). If you register a person ahead of time, the camera will detect that person’s • Protecting 123) a grouped image will protect all images in the group. Advanced Guide face, and prioritize focus, brightness, and color for that person when •...

  • Page 44: Registering Face Id Information

    Before Use Registering Face ID Information Register face information. Basic Guide Aim the camera so that the face of the You can register information (face info, names, birthdays) for up to 12 person you want to register is inside the Advanced Guide people to use with Face ID.
  • Page 45 Before Use Save the settings. To register a birthday, on the [Edit Profile] Basic Guide screen, choose [Birthday] (either press Press the <o><p> buttons or turn the the <o><p> buttons or turn the <7> <7> dial to choose [Save], and then Advanced Guide dial), and then press the <m>...
  • Page 46 Before Use Shooting • Registered people may not be correctly detected if the captured image or Basic Guide scene differs drastically from the registered face information. If you register a person ahead of time, the camera will prioritize that person •...

  • Page 47: Checking And Editing Registered Information

    Before Use Checking and Editing Registered Information To check face information, choose Basic Guide [Face Info List] (either press the Access the [Check/Edit Info] <o><p> buttons or turn the <7> Advanced Guide screen. dial), and then press the <m> button. Following step 1 in “Registering Face ID Press the <m>...
  • Page 48 Before Use Choose the name of the person Register face information. Basic Guide to overwrite. Follow step 2 in “Registering Face ID Press the <o><p><q><r> buttons or Information” 44) to shoot, and then Advanced Guide turn the <7> dial to choose the name register the new face information.

  • Page 49: Image Customization Features

    Before Use Image Customization Features Erasing Registered Information Basic Guide You can erase information (face info, names, birthdays) registered to Face Still Images ID. However, names recorded in previously shot images will not be erased. Advanced Guide Changing the Aspect Ratio Camera Basics Access the [Erase Info] screen.
  • Page 50 Before Use Still Images Still Images Changing Image Resolution (Size) Red-Eye Correction Basic Guide Advanced Guide Choose from 4 levels of image resolution, as follows. For guidelines on Red-eye that occurs in flash photography can be automatically corrected as how many shots at each resolution setting can fit on a memory card, see follows.

  • Page 51: Correcting Greenish Image Areas From

    Before Use Still Images Correcting Greenish Image Areas from Basic Guide • Red-eye correction may be applied to image areas other than eyes Mercury Lamps (if the camera misinterprets red eye makeup as red pupils, for Advanced Guide example). In [ ] mode, subjects or background in shots of evening scenes Camera Basics •...

  • Page 52: Changing Movie Image Quality

    Before Use Helpful Shooting Features Movies Changing Movie Image Quality Basic Guide Still Images Movies Advanced Guide 3 image quality settings are available. For guidelines on the maximum Using the Dual Axis Electronic Level movie length at each level of image quality that will fit on a memory card, Camera Basics see “Recording Time per Memory Card”...

  • Page 53: Magnifying The Area In Focus

    Before Use Still Images Still Images Magnifying the Area in Focus Checking for Closed Eyes Basic Guide Advanced Guide You can check the focus by pressing the shutter button halfway, which will ] is displayed when the camera detects that people may have closed enlarge the portion of the image in focus in the AF frame.
  • Page 54 Before Use Customizing Camera Operation Still Images Deactivating the Red-Eye Reduction Lamp Basic Guide Customize shooting functions on the MENU [4] tab as follows. Advanced Guide You can deactivate the red-eye reduction lamp that lights up to reduce red- For instructions on menu functions, see “Using Menus” 26).

  • Page 55: Changing The Image Display Style After Shots

    Before Use Still Images Changing the Screen Displayed after Shots Changing the Image Display Style after Shots Basic Guide Change the way images are displayed after shots as follows. Advanced Guide You can change how long images are displayed and what information is displayed immediately after shooting.

  • Page 56: Other Shooting Modes

    Before Use Basic Guide Other Shooting Modes Advanced Guide Camera Basics Shoot more effectively in various scenes, and take shots enhanced with unique image effects or captured using special Auto Mode / Hybrid functions Auto Mode Other Shooting Modes P Mode Tv, Av, M, C1, and C2 Mode Playback Mode...

  • Page 57: From Each Shot (Creative Shot)

    Before Use Still Images Enjoying a Variety of Images from Basic Guide • Shooting will take some time when the flash fires, but hold the camera steady Each Shot (Creative Shot) until the shutter sound is played three times. Advanced Guide Choosing Effects The camera determines the subject and shooting conditions, automatically Camera Basics...

  • Page 58: Specific Scenes

    Before Use Specific Scenes Still Images Basic Guide Shoot evening scenes without Choose a mode matching the shooting scene, and the camera will Advanced Guide using a tripod (Handheld automatically configure the settings for optimal shots. NightScene) Camera Basics Enter [K] mode. Beautiful shots of evening scenes or Auto Mode / Hybrid portraits with evening scenery in the...
  • Page 59 Before Use Still Images Still Images Movies Basic Guide Shooting with an Underwater Focusing Range t Shoot fireworks (Fireworks) If focusing is difficult in [S] mode 58) with a focus range of [ Advanced Guide Vivid shots of fireworks. using a focus range designed for underwater shooting can ensure optimal underwater shots.
  • Page 60 Before Use Still Images Movies Focusing Range Description Basic Guide Correcting White Balance Underwater Take close-ups of sea life, using the digital zoom for even closer White balance can be manually corrected in [S] mode 58). This Advanced Guide Macro shots.

  • Page 61: Image Effects (Creative Filters) Image Effects (Creative Filters)

    Before Use Image Effects (Creative Filters) Still Images Movies Basic Guide Shoot in vivid colors (Super Add a variety of effects to images when shooting. Advanced Guide Vivid) Shots in rich, vivid colors. Enter [ ] mode. Camera Basics Set the mode dial to [ ] and press the Auto Mode / Hybrid <m>...
  • Page 62 Before Use Still Images Shooting High-Contrast Scenes (High Basic Guide Adding Artistic Effects Dynamic Range) After choosing [ ] mode, turn the < > Advanced Guide ring to choose a color effect. Three consecutive images are captured at different brightness levels Camera Basics each time you shoot, and the camera combines image areas with optimal brightness to create a single image.
  • Page 63 Before Use Still Images Movies Still Images Shooting with Faded Colors (Nostalgic) Shooting with a Fish-Eye Lens Effect (Fish- Basic Guide Eye Effect) Advanced Guide This effect makes colors look faded and images look weathered, as in old photographs. Choose from five effect levels. Shoot with the distorting effect of a fish-eye lens.

  • Page 64: Miniature Effect

    Before Use Still Images Movies For movies, choose the movie Shots Resembling Miniature Models Basic Guide playback speed. (Miniature Effect) Turn the < > ring to choose the speed. Advanced Guide Creates the effect of a miniature model, by blurring image areas above and Camera Basics below your selected area.
  • Page 65 Before Use Still Images Still Images Shooting with a Toy Camera Effect (Toy Making Subjects Stand Out (Background Basic Guide Camera Effect) Defocus) Advanced Guide This effect makes images resemble shots from a toy camera by vignetting You can shoot subjects so that they stand out from the background. Two Camera Basics (darker, blurred image corners) and changing the overall color.

  • Page 66: Shooting With A Soft Focus Effect

    Before Use Still Images Still Images Movies Shooting with a Soft Focus Effect Shooting in Monochrome Basic Guide Advanced Guide This function allows you to shoot images as if a soft focus filter were Shoot images in black and white, sepia, or blue and white. attached to the camera.

  • Page 67: Special Modes For Other Purposes

    Before Use Special Modes for Other Purposes • You can also shoot as usual by pressing the shutter button. Basic Guide • The camera can detect smiles more easily when subjects face the camera and Still Images open their mouth wide enough so that teeth are visible. Advanced Guide Auto Shooting after Face Detection (Smart •...
  • Page 68 Before Use Still Images Face the camera and wink. Basic Guide Using the Wink Self-Timer The camera will shoot about two seconds after detecting a wink by the person Aim the camera at a person and press the shutter button all the way down. Advanced Guide The camera will shoot about two seconds after a wink is detected.
  • Page 69 Before Use Still Images Join the subjects in the Basic Guide shooting area and look at the Using the Face Self-Timer camera. The camera will shoot about two seconds after detecting that the face of Advanced Guide another person (such as the photographer) has entered the shooting area After the camera detects a new face, the 92).
  • Page 70 Before Use Shooting Starry Skies (Star) Have the subject stay still until the lamp blinks. Basic Guide Still Images Subjects should stay still until the lamp Advanced Guide blinks three times after the third shot, Shooting People against Starry Skies (Star Portrait) Camera Basics which may take up to 2 seconds.
  • Page 71 Before Use Secure the camera. Basic Guide Mount the camera on a tripod or take • Note that images may not look as expected if subjects are also lit by street lights or other light sources. other measures to keep it still and Advanced Guide •...
  • Page 72 Before Use Still Images • If the camera runs out of battery power, shooting stops and a Basic Guide Shooting Star Trails (Star Trails) composite image created from the images up to that point is saved. Streaks created by the movement of stars through the sky are recorded in a •...
  • Page 73 Before Use Check the brightness. Movies Basic Guide Press the shutter button all the way down Shooting Movies of Star Movement (Star Time-Lapse to shoot a single still image. Movie) Advanced Guide Switch to Playback mode 111) and Still images are captured continuously, at a specified interval and over check image brightness.
  • Page 74 Before Use Still Images Movies Shooting Interval, Playback Speed, and Estimated Playback Time (for One-Hour Basic Guide Movies) Adjusting Colors Interval between Shots Frame Rate Playback Time Advanced Guide Colors can be manually adjusted in [ ] mode. 15 sec. 16 sec.

  • Page 75: Shooting Various Movies Shooting Various Movies

    Before Use Movies Movies Shooting Various Movies Basic Guide Locking or Changing Image Brightness before Shooting Before shooting, you can lock the exposure or change it in 1/3-stop Advanced Guide Movies increments within a range of –3 to +3. Shooting Movies in [E] Mode Camera Basics Lock the exposure.

  • Page 76: Shooting Iframe Movies

    Before Use Movies Shooting iFrame Movies Basic Guide Advanced Guide Shoot movies that can be edited with iFrame-compatible software or devices. You can quickly edit, save, and manage your iFrame movies using Camera Basics the software 194). Auto Mode / Hybrid Auto Mode Choose [ ].

  • Page 77: P Mode P Mode

    Before Use Basic Guide P Mode Advanced Guide Camera Basics More discerning shots, in your preferred shooting style Auto Mode / Hybrid Auto Mode Other Shooting Modes P Mode Tv, Av, M, C1, and C2 Mode • Instructions in this chapter apply to the camera with the mode dial set to [G] mode. Playback Mode •...

  • Page 78: ([P] Mode)

    Before Use Image Brightness (Exposure) Still Images Movies Shooting in Program AE ([P] Mode) Basic Guide Still Images Advanced Guide You can customize many function settings to suit your preferred shooting Adjusting Image Brightness (Exposure style. Compensation) Camera Basics Enter [G] mode. Auto Mode / Hybrid The standard exposure set by the camera can be adjusted in 1/3-stop Auto Mode...

  • Page 79: Changing The Metering Method

    Before Use Locking Image Brightness / Exposure (AE Still Images Changing the Metering Method Basic Guide Lock) Advanced Guide Adjust the metering method (how brightness is measured) to suit shooting Before shooting, you can lock the exposure, or you can specify focus and conditions as follows.

  • Page 80: Changing The Iso Speed

    Before Use Still Images Still Images Changing the ISO Speed Basic Guide Linking the Spot AE Point Frame to the AF Frame Advanced Guide Set the metering method to [ ]. Press the <p> button, turn the <7> dial Follow the steps in “Changing the to choose an option, and then press the Camera Basics Metering Method”...
  • Page 81 Before Use Changing the Noise Reduction Level (High Still Images Basic Guide ISO NR) Adjusting ISO Auto Settings When the camera is set to [AUTO], maximum ISO speed can be specified Advanced Guide You can choose from 3 levels of noise reduction: [Standard], [High], [Low]. in a range of [400] –...

  • Page 82: Correcting Image Brightness (I-Contrast

    Before Use Still Images Still Images Auto Exposure Bracketing (AEB Shooting) Correcting Image Brightness (i-Contrast) Basic Guide Advanced Guide Three consecutive images are captured at different exposure levels Before shooting, excessively bright or dark image areas (such as faces or (standard exposure, underexposure, and then overexposure) each time backgrounds) can be detected and automatically adjusted to the optimal Camera Basics...

  • Page 83: Using The Nd Filter

    Before Use Using the ND Filter Available ISO Speed Basic Guide Options Details To shoot at slower shutter speeds and smaller aperture values, use the ND Advanced Guide filter, which reduces light intensity to 1/8 the actual level (equivalent to 3 –...

  • Page 84: Adjusting White Balance

    Before Use Image Colors Still Images Movies Basic Guide Custom White Balance Still Images Movies For image colors that look natural under the light in your shot, adjust white Advanced Guide Adjusting White Balance balance to suit the light source where you are shooting. Set the white balance under the same light source that will illuminate your shot.
  • Page 85 Before Use Still Images Movies Basic Guide • B: blue; A: amber; M: magenta; G: green Manually Correcting White Balance • One level of blue/amber correction is equivalent to about 7 mireds on a color You can manually correct white balance. This adjustment can match the Advanced Guide temperature conversion filter.
  • Page 86 Before Use Still Images Movies My Colors Off – Basic Guide Custom Color Emphasizes contrast and color saturation, making images Choose the desired level of image contrast, sharpness, color saturation, Vivid Advanced Guide sharper. red, green, blue, and skin tones in a range of 1 – 5. Tones down contrast and color saturation for subdued Neutral Camera Basics...

  • Page 87: Shooting Range And Focusing

    Before Use Shooting Range and Focusing Still Images Movies Shooting in Manual Focus Mode Basic Guide Still Images Advanced Guide When focusing is not possible in AF mode, use manual focus. You can Shooting Close-Ups (Macro) specify the general focal position and then press the shutter button halfway Camera Basics to have the camera determine the optimal focal position near the position To restrict the focus to subjects at close range, set the camera to [e].
  • Page 88 Before Use Fine-tune the focus. Still Images Movies Fine-Tuning the Focus Basic Guide Press the shutter button halfway to have the camera fine-tune the focal position Advanced Guide You can fine-tune the focus after autofocusing by turning the continuous (Safety MF). ring.
  • Page 89 Before Use Still Images Basic Guide • Cannot be used with Servo AF 92). Focus Bracketing (Focus-BKT Mode) Advanced Guide Three consecutive images are captured each time you shoot, with the • You can also adjust the general focal position by turning the <7> dial, after first one at the focal distance you set manually and the others at farther Camera Basics you have turned the <...

  • Page 90: Changing The Af Frame Mode

    Before Use Still Images Movies Changing the AF Frame Mode • To access the screen in step 2, you can either touch [ ] on the screen in Basic Guide step 1 or touch [ ] on the manual focus screen 87).
  • Page 91 Before Use Still Images Basic Guide • AF frames are displayed at normal size when you use the digital Moving and Resizing AF Frames (1-point) zoom 38) or digital tele-converter 90), and in manual When you want to change the position or size of the AF frame, set the AF Advanced Guide focus mode 87).
  • Page 92 Before Use Still Images Movies Still Images Basic Guide Face AiAF Shooting with Servo AF This mode helps avoid missing shots of subjects in motion, because the • Detects people’s faces, and then sets the focus, exposure (evaluative Advanced Guide camera continues to focus on the subject and adjust the exposure as long metering only), and white balance ([ ] only).

  • Page 93: Changing The Focus Setting

    Before Use Still Images Still Images Changing the Focus Setting Choosing a Person to Focus On (Face Select) Basic Guide Advanced Guide You can change default camera operation of constantly focusing on You can shoot after choosing a specific person’s face to focus on. subjects it is aimed at, even when the shutter button is not pressed.
  • Page 94 Before Use Shoot. Shoot. Basic Guide Press the shutter button halfway. After the Press the shutter button halfway. After camera focuses, [ ] changes to [ the camera focuses, [ ] changes to a Advanced Guide green [ Press the shutter button all the way down Camera Basics to shoot.

  • Page 95: Shooting With The Af Lock

    Before Use Still Images Movies Still Images Shooting with the AF Lock Shooting Continuously as the Camera Keeps Basic Guide the Subject in Focus Advanced Guide The focus can be locked. After you lock the focus, the focal position will not change even when you release your finger from the shutter button.

  • Page 96: Flash

    Before Use Flash [Z] Slow Synchro Basic Guide Fires to illuminate the main subject (such as people) while shooting at a Still Images slower shutter speed to illuminate backgrounds out of flash range. Advanced Guide Changing the Flash Mode • In [Z] mode, mount the camera on a tripod or take other measures Camera Basics You can change the flash mode to match the shooting scene.

  • Page 97: Adjusting The Flash Exposure Compensation

    Before Use Still Images Still Images Adjusting the Flash Exposure Compensation Shooting with the FE Lock Basic Guide Advanced Guide Just as with regular exposure compensation 78), you can adjust the Just as with the AE lock 79), you can lock the exposure for the flash flash exposure from –2 to +2 stops, in 1/3-stop increments.

  • Page 98: Shooting Raw Images

    Before Use Still Images Still Images Shooting RAW Images Changing the Flash Timing Basic Guide Advanced Guide Change the timing of the flash and shutter release as follows. RAW images are “raw” (unprocessed) data, recorded with essentially no loss of image quality from the camera’s internal image processing. Use Camera Basics Digital Photo Professional 194) to adjust RAW images as desired with...

  • Page 99: Other Settings

    Before Use Other Settings • When transferring RAW images (or RAW and JPEG images Basic Guide recorded together) to a computer, always use the dedicated Still Images software 194). Advanced Guide Changing the Compression Ratio (Image • Digital zoom 38), date stamps 41), and red-eye Quality) Camera Basics...
  • Page 100 Before Use Still Images Movies Switching the Color of Shooting-Screen Optimal image stabilization for the shooting conditions is automatically Basic Guide Continuous applied (Intelligent IS) 37). Information Advanced Guide Shoot Only* Image stabilization is active only at the moment of shooting. Deactivates image stabilization.

  • Page 101: Tv, Av, M, C1, And C2 Mode

    Before Use Basic Guide Tv, Av, M, C1, and C2 Mode Advanced Guide Camera Basics Take smarter, more sophisticated shots, and customize the camera for your shooting style Auto Mode / Hybrid Auto Mode Other Shooting Modes P Mode Tv, Av, M, C1, and C2 Mode •...

  • Page 102: Specific Shutter Speeds ([Tv] Mode)

    Before Use Still Images Specific Shutter Speeds ([Tv] Mode) Basic Guide • In conditions requiring slower shutter speeds, there may be a delay before you can shoot again, as the camera processes images to Advanced Guide Set your preferred shutter speed before shooting as follows. The camera reduce noise.

  • Page 103: Specific Aperture Values ([Av] Mode)

    Before Use Still Images Still Images Specific Aperture Values ([Av] Mode) Specific Shutter Speeds and Aperture Basic Guide Values ([M] Mode) Advanced Guide Set your preferred aperture value before shooting as follows. The camera automatically adjusts the shutter speed to suit your aperture value. Follow these steps before shooting to set your preferred shutter speed and Camera Basics For details on available aperture values, see “Aperture”...

  • Page 104: Adjusting The Flash Output

    Before Use Still Images Adjusting the Flash Output Basic Guide • After you set the shutter speed or aperture value, the exposure level may change if you adjust the zoom or recompose the shot. Advanced Guide Choose from the three flash levels in [D] mode. •...

  • Page 105: Customization For Shooting Styles Styles

    Before Use Customization for Shooting Styles • You can also set the flash level by accessing MENU 26) and choosing Basic Guide [4] tab > [Flash Control] > [Flash Output]. Still Images Movies • You can also set the flash level in [M] or [B] mode by accessing MENU Advanced Guide Assigning Functions to Controls 26) and choosing [4] tab >...
  • Page 106 Before Use Configure the setting. • When you assign [ ] or [ ] to the < > or <E> button, each press of the Basic Guide Press the <o><p> buttons or turn the assigned button records white balance data 84), and the white balance <7>...

  • Page 107: Customizing Display Information

    Before Use Still Images Movies Customizing Display Information Basic Guide • Settings will not be saved if you press the shutter button halfway and return to the shooting screen from the custom display settings Advanced Guide Set the number of custom displays 25) and what information is screen.

  • Page 108: Customizing The Func. Menu (Func. Menu Layout) (Func. Menu Layout)

    Before Use Customizing the FUNC. Menu (FUNC. Configure the setting. Basic Guide Menu Layout) Press the <n> button, choose [OK] (either press the <q><r> buttons or turn Advanced Guide The display of FUNC. menu items can be customized. Functions not shown the <7>...

  • Page 109: Saving Shooting Settings

    Before Use Still Images Save the settings. Saving Shooting Settings Basic Guide Press the <q><r> buttons or turn the <7> dial to choose the destination, and Advanced Guide Save commonly used shooting modes and your configured function settings then press the <m> button. for reuse.
  • Page 110 Before Use Configure the setting. Basic Guide • Grayed-out items in step 2 can also be specified, but they may not Press the <o><p> buttons or turn the be available in some shooting modes. <7> dial to choose [Select items], and Advanced Guide then press the <m>...

  • Page 111: Playback Mode

    Before Use Basic Guide Playback Mode Advanced Guide Camera Basics Have fun reviewing your shots, and browse or edit them in many ways Auto Mode / Hybrid Auto Mode Other Shooting • To prepare the camera for these operations, press the <1> button to enter Playback mode. Modes •...

  • Page 112: Viewing

    Before Use Still Images Movies Movies are identified by a [ ] icon. To Viewing Basic Guide play movies, go to step 3. Advanced Guide After shooting images or movies, you can view them on the screen as follows. Camera Basics Enter Playback mode.
  • Page 113 Before Use To start playback, touch [ ] in step 3 of Basic Guide • To switch to Shooting mode from Playback mode, press the shutter button “Viewing” 112). halfway. To adjust the volume during movie Advanced Guide • To deactivate Scroll Display, choose MENU 26) >...

  • Page 114: Switching Display Modes

    Before Use Still Images Movies Still Images Movies Switching Display Modes Basic Guide RGB Histogram, GPS Information Display Advanced Guide Press the <l> button to view other information on the screen, or to hide The RGB histogram shows the the information. For details on the information displayed, see “Playback distribution of shades of red, green, and Camera Basics (Detailed Information Display)”...
  • Page 115 Before Use Movies Viewing by Date Viewing Short Movies Created When Basic Guide Digest movies can be viewed by date. Shooting Still Images (Digest Movies) Advanced Guide Choose a movie. View digest movies recorded automatically in [ ] mode 33) on a day Camera Basics of still image shooting as follows.

  • Page 116: Browsing And Filtering Images

    Before Use Browsing and Filtering Images Touch-Screen Operations Basic Guide Still Images Movies Pinch in to switch from single-image Advanced Guide Navigating through Images in an Index display to index display. To view more thumbnails per screen, Camera Basics By displaying multiple images in an index, you can quickly find the images pinch in again.
  • Page 117 Before Use View the filtered images. Filtering Display by [ ], [ ], [ ], or [ ] Basic Guide Images matching your conditions are Choose the first condition for displayed in yellow frames. To view Advanced Guide image display or navigation. only these images, press the <q><r>...

  • Page 118: Using The Step Ring To Jump

    Before Use Still Images Still Images Movies Using the Step Ring to Jump Basic Guide Filtering Display by [ ] Advanced Guide Use the step ring to find and jump between desired images quickly by Choose [ ]. filtering image display according to your specified conditions. Following step 1 in “Filtering Display by Camera Basics ], [...

  • Page 119: Viewing Individual Images In A Group

    Before Use View images in the group Basic Guide individually. Touch-Screen Operations Pressing the <q><r> buttons or turning Advanced Guide You can also jump to the previous or next the <7> dial will display only images in image according to your jump method the group.

  • Page 120: Editing Face Id Information

    Before Use Editing Face ID Information Choose the editing option. Basic Guide Press the <o><p><q><r> buttons or If you notice that a name is incorrect during playback, you can change it or turn the <7> dial to choose [Overwrite], Advanced Guide erase it.

  • Page 121: Image Viewing Options

    Before Use Image Viewing Options Touch-Screen Operations Basic Guide Spread your fingers apart (pinch out) to Still Images Advanced Guide Magnifying Images zoom in. You can magnify images up to about 10x Camera Basics by repeating this action. Magnify an image. Auto Mode / Hybrid To move the display position, drag across Auto Mode...

  • Page 122: Viewing Slideshows

    Before Use Still Images Movies Viewing Slideshows Basic Guide • You can also stop slideshows by touching the screen. Advanced Guide Automatically play back images from a memory card as follows. Still Images Auto Playback of Related Images (Smart Camera Basics Access the setting screen.

  • Page 123: Protecting Images

    Before Use Still Images Movies Protecting Images • Only still images shot with this camera are played back using Smart Basic Guide Shuffle. • Smart Shuffle is not available in the following cases: Advanced Guide Protect important images to prevent accidental erasure by the camera There are less than 50 shots taken with this camera 126).

  • Page 124: Choosing Images Individually

    Before Use Choosing Images Individually Selecting a Range Basic Guide Choose [Select]. Choose [Select Range]. Advanced Guide Following step 2 in “Choosing a Selection Following step 2 in “Choosing a Selection Method” 123), choose [Select] and Method” 123), choose [Select Camera Basics press the <m>...

  • Page 125: Specifying All Images At Once

    Before Use Specifying All Images at Once Choose an ending image. Basic Guide Press the <r> button to choose Choose [Select All Images]. [Last image], and then press the <m> Advanced Guide Following step 2 in “Choosing a button. Selection Method” 123), choose Camera Basics [Select All Images] and press the <m>...

  • Page 126: Erasing Multiple Images At Once

    Before Use Erasing Multiple Images at Once Still Images Movies Erasing Images Basic Guide You can choose multiple images to erase at once. Be careful when erasing Advanced Guide images, because they cannot be recovered. However, protected images You can choose and erase unneeded images one by one. Be careful when 123) cannot be erased.
  • Page 127 Before Use Choosing Images Individually Selecting a Range Basic Guide Choose [Select Range]. Choose [Select]. Advanced Guide Following step 2 in “Choosing a Selection Following step 2 in “Choosing a Selection Method” 126), choose [Select Method” 126), choose [Select] and Camera Basics Range] and press the <m>...

  • Page 128: Deactivating Auto Rotation

    Before Use Deactivating Auto Rotation Still Images Rotating Images Basic Guide Follow these steps to deactivate automatic image rotation, which rotates Advanced Guide images based on the current camera orientation. Change the orientation of images and save them as follows. Camera Basics Choose [Rotate].

  • Page 129: Tagging Images As Favorites

    Before Use Still Images Movies Finish the setup process. Tagging Images as Favorites Basic Guide Press the <n> button. A confirmation message is displayed. Advanced Guide You can organize images by tagging them as favorites. By choosing a Press the <q><r> buttons or turn the category in filtered playback, you can restrict the following operations to all Camera Basics <7>...

  • Page 130: Convenient Control Using The < > Button

    Before Use Convenient Control Using the < > Still Images Movies Convenient Control: Touch Actions Basic Guide Button Advanced Guide You can quickly and easily activate functions that you have assigned to four You can quickly and easily activate functions that you assign to the < >...

  • Page 131: Changing Touch Actions Functions

    Before Use Changing Touch Actions Functions Assignable Functions Basic Guide Simplify your preferred camera operations by reassigning dragging patterns Favorites Tag images as favorites, or untag the image. Advanced Guide to them as desired. Next Favorite Switch to displaying the next image tagged as a favorite. Previous Favorite Switch to displaying the previous image tagged as a favorite.

  • Page 132: Editing Still Images

    Before Use Editing Still Images Save the new image. Basic Guide Press the <q><r> buttons or turn the <7> dial to choose [OK], and then press Advanced Guide • Image editing (= 132 – 136) is only available when the memory the <m>...
  • Page 133 Before Use Still Images Cropping Area Adjust the cropping area. Cropping Basic Guide A frame is displayed around the portion of the image to be cropped. Advanced Guide You can specify a portion of an image to save as a separate image file. The original image is shown in the upper Camera Basics left, and a preview of the image as...
  • Page 134 Before Use • To move the frame, drag either image on the screen in step 3. Basic Guide • Image quality of pictures you repeatedly edit this way will be a little • You can also resize frames by pinching in or out 121) on the screen in lower each time, and you may not be able to obtain the desired step 3.

  • Page 135: Correcting Red-Eye

    Before Use Still Images Choose an option. Correcting Red-Eye Basic Guide Press the <q><r> buttons or turn the <7> dial to choose an option, and then Advanced Guide Automatically corrects images affected by red-eye. You can save the press the <m> button. corrected image as a separate file.

  • Page 136: Editing Movies

    Before Use Movies Editing Movies • Some images may not be corrected accurately. Basic Guide • To overwrite the original image with the corrected image, choose [Overwrite] in step 4. In this case, the original image will be erased. Advanced Guide You can cut movies to remove unneeded portions at the beginning or end.
  • Page 137 Before Use Review the edited movie. Basic Guide Press the <o><p> buttons to choose • To overwrite the original movie with the cut one, choose [Overwrite] ], and then press the <m> button. in step 4. In this case, the original movie will be erased. Advanced Guide The edited movie is now played.

  • Page 138: Editing Digest Movies

    Before Use Movies Editing Digest Movies Basic Guide Advanced Guide Individual chapters (clips) 33) recorded in [ ] mode can be erased, as needed. Be careful when erasing clips, because they cannot be recovered. Camera Basics Select the clip to erase. Auto Mode / Hybrid Auto Mode Follow steps 1 –...

  • Page 139: Wi-Fi Functions

    Registering Web Services ......Connecting to Another Camera ....Connecting to Another Camera ....Connecting to Another Camera ....Editing or Erasing Wi-Fi Settings ....Registering CANON iMAGE GATEWAY ..... Sending Images ..........Sending Images ..........Sending Images ..........Index Editing Connection Information ......

  • Page 140: What You Can Do With Wi-Fi

    Sending images via Wi-Fi requires some initial preparation on the camera Auto Mode / Hybrid * CANON iMAGE GATEWAY is an online photo service available to those who have and target devices. Preparations and methods of sending images vary Auto Mode purchased this product.

  • Page 141: Sending Images To A Smartphone

    Send images wirelessly to a PictBridge-compatible printer (supporting DPS over IP) to print them. Appendix Use the Wi-Fi function to send images between Canon-brand cameras. Use the Wi-Fi function to send images between Canon-brand cameras. Use the Wi-Fi function to send images between Canon-brand cameras.

  • Page 142: Registering Web Services

    Once the login screen is displayed, enter your user name and password • You must have an account with Web services other than CANON iMAGE Playback Mode to log in. If you do not have a CANON GATEWAY if you desire to use them. For further details, check the...
  • Page 143 Press the <q><r> buttons or turn the Playback Mode <7> dial to choose [Authenticate], and then press the <m> button. Wi-Fi Functions Once the camera is connected to CANON iMAGE GATEWAY via the access point, Setting Menu an authentication code is displayed. Choose an access point.

  • Page 144: Registering Other Web Services

    Registering Other Web Services Check the confirmation Basic Guide numbers and complete the You can also add Web services besides CANON iMAGE GATEWAY to the setup process. Advanced Guide camera. Note that CANON iMAGE GATEWAY must be registered on the...

  • Page 145: Installing Camerawindow On A Smartphone

    For details on this application (supported smartphones and included functions), For details on this application (supported smartphones and included functions), Tv, Av, M, C1, and refer to the Canon website. refer to the Canon website. refer to the Canon website.

  • Page 146: Preparing To Register A Computer

    For detailed system requirements and compatibility Modes information, including support in new operating systems, visit the Canon P Mode website. Download the software. With a computer connected...
  • Page 147 Before Use When a message is displayed Install the files. Basic Guide prompting you to connect the Installation may take some time, camera, choose whether to depending on computer performance and Advanced Guide connect or not. the Internet connection. When Connecting the Camera to Camera Basics Click [Finish] or [Restart] on the screen the Computer...

  • Page 148: Accessing The Wi-Fi Menu

    Configure the setting. Press the <o> button. C2 Mode Click in the following order: [Start] menu Playback Mode ► [All Programs] ► [Canon Utilities] ► Enter a nickname. [CameraWindow] ► [Wi-Fi connection Wi-Fi Functions Press the <m> button to access the setup].

  • Page 149: Connecting Via An Access Point

    Before Use Connecting via an Access Point Basic Guide • When connecting wirelessly to any device other than a computer, a memory Connect to your access point via Wi-Fi as follows. card must be inserted in the camera. Additionally, the memory card must Advanced Guide Also refer to the access point user manual.
  • Page 150 Before Use Connecting to WPS-Compatible Access Check sheet Basic Guide Points Network name (SSID/ESSID) The SSID or ESSID for the access point you use. Advanced Guide WPS makes it easy to complete settings when connecting devices over Wi- Also called the “access point name” or “network name”. Fi.
  • Page 151 Before Use Choose [PBC Method]. To connect to a Web service, choose Basic Guide the service icon. If multiple recipients Press the <o><p> buttons or turn the or sharing options are used with a Web <7> dial to choose [PBC Method], and Advanced Guide service, choose the desired item on the then press the <m>...
  • Page 152 Before Use For a smartphone connection: To connect to a smartphone, Basic Guide printer, or computer: Start CameraWindow. Choose the target device. For an NFC-compatible Android Advanced Guide smartphone (OS version 4.0 or later), Choose the target device name (either Camera Basics activating NFC and touching the press the <o><p>...
  • Page 153 Before Use For a smartphone connection: Basic Guide • All images in the camera can be viewed from the connected Adjust the privacy setting. smartphone when you choose [Yes] in step 11. To keep camera Press the <q><r> buttons or turn the Advanced Guide images private, so that they cannot be viewed from the smartphone, <7>...

  • Page 154: Connecting To Access Points In The List

    Before Use Connecting to Access Points in the List Choose [Auto]. Basic Guide Press the <o><p> buttons or turn the View the listed access points. <7> dial to choose [Auto], and then Advanced Guide View the listed networks (access press the <m> button. points) as described in steps 1 –...

  • Page 155: Connecting Without An Access Point

    Before Use Connecting without an Access Point Choose [Add a Device]. Basic Guide Press the <o><p> buttons or turn the When connecting to a smartphone or printer via Wi-Fi, you can use the <7> dial to choose [Add a Device], and Advanced Guide camera as an access point (Camera Access Point mode) instead of using then press the <m>...
  • Page 156 Before Use For a smartphone connection: For a smartphone connection: Basic Guide Start CameraWindow. Adjust the privacy setting. For an NFC-compatible Android Press the <q><r> buttons or turn the Advanced Guide smartphone (OS version 4.0 or later), <7> dial to choose [Yes], and then press Camera Basics activating NFC and touching the the <m>...

  • Page 157: Connecting To Another Camera

    MENU 26) and choosing [3] tab > [Wi-Fi Settings] > • Only Canon-brand cameras equipped with a Wi-Fi function can be connected [Password] > [On]. In this case, in the password field on the device in step 4, Camera Basics to wirelessly.

  • Page 158: Sending Images

    Before Use Sending Images When the target camera has been added Basic Guide successfully, the image transfer screen Send images wirelessly to destinations registered on the camera as follows. will be displayed. Proceed to “Sending Advanced Guide Note that when images are sent to a computer, the computer is used Images”...

  • Page 159: Sending Multiple Images

    • Sending images to Web services will take less time when resending images After you finish choosing images, press you have already sent that are still on the CANON iMAGE GATEWAY server. the <n> button. Accessories Choosing the Image Resolution (Size) Send the images.

  • Page 160: Saving Images To A Computer

    ) to send the image. ) to send the image. instructions on viewing images on a computer, refer to “Software Instruction • When a comment is not entered, the comment set in CANON iMAGE Manual” 194). GATEWAY is automatically sent.

  • Page 161: Using The < > Button

    Before Use Using the < > Button • Movies will take longer to import since the file size is larger than still images. Basic Guide • To disconnect from the camera, turn off the camera. Once you have registered a smartphone or Image Sync 163) to •...

  • Page 162: Registering Image Sync To The < > Button

    < > button to send any unsent images on the memory card to a computer Compatible Access Points” 151) or via CANON iMAGE GATEWAY. For details on Image Sync, see “Sending steps 4 – 6 in “Connecting without an Camera Basics Images Automatically (Image Sync)”...

  • Page 163: Sending Images Automatically (Image Sync)

    Press the <n> button, and then Advanced Guide Images on the memory card that have not been transferred already can be choose [Mobile Device Connect Button] sent to a computer or Web services via CANON iMAGE GATEWAY. on the [3] tab 26). Camera Basics Note that images cannot be sent only to Web services.
  • Page 164 181). • Even if images were imported to the computer through a different method, any images not sent to the computer via CANON iMAGE GATEWAY will be sent to the computer. • Sending is faster when the destination is a computer on the same network as the camera, because images are sent via the access point instead of CANON iMAGE GATEWAY.

  • Page 165: Geotagging Images On The Camera

    Before Use Geotagging Images on the Camera Shooting Remotely Basic Guide GPS data recorded on a smartphone using the dedicated CameraWindow As you check a shooting screen on your smartphone, you can use it to Advanced Guide application 145) can be added to images on the camera. Images are shoot remotely.

  • Page 166: Editing Or Erasing Wi-Fi Index Settings

    Before Use Editing or Erasing Wi-Fi Settings • The camera works in [G] mode during remote shooting. However, Basic Guide some FUNC. and MENU settings you have configured in advance Edit or erase Wi-Fi settings as follows. may be changed automatically. Advanced Guide Editing Connection Information •...
  • Page 167 Before Use Choose a device to edit. Changing a Device Nickname Basic Guide Press the <o><p> buttons or turn the You can change the device nickname (display name) that is displayed on <7> dial to choose the device to edit, the camera.

  • Page 168: Returning The Wi-Fi Settings To Default

    Before Use Returning the Wi-Fi Settings to Default Basic Guide Return the Wi-Fi settings to default if you transfer ownership of the camera Advanced Guide to another person, or dispose of it. Camera Basics Choose [Wi-Fi Settings]. Auto Mode / Hybrid Press the <n>...

  • Page 169: Setting Menu

    Before Use Basic Guide Setting Menu Advanced Guide Camera Basics Customize or adjust basic camera functions for greater convenience Auto Mode / Hybrid Auto Mode Other Shooting Modes P Mode Tv, Av, M, C1, and C2 Mode Playback Mode Wi-Fi Functions Start-up Screen ...........

  • Page 170: Adjusting Basic Camera Functions

    Before Use Adjusting Basic Camera Functions Adjusting the Volume Basic Guide Adjust the volume of individual camera sounds as follows. MENU 26) functions on the [3] tab can be configured. Customize Advanced Guide commonly used functions as desired, for greater convenience. Choose [Volume], and then press the Camera Basics Silencing Camera Operations...

  • Page 171: Hiding Hints And Tips

    Before Use Hiding Hints and Tips World Clock Basic Guide To ensure that your shots will have the correct local date and time when you Hints and tips are normally shown when you choose FUNC. 25) or travel abroad, simply register the destination in advance and switch to that Advanced Guide MENU 26) items.

  • Page 172: Lens Retraction Timing

    Before Use Lens Retraction Timing Power-Saving Adjustment Basic Guide The lens is normally retracted for safety about one minute after you press Adjust the timing of automatic camera and screen deactivation (Auto Power the <1> button in Shooting mode 22). To have the lens retracted Advanced Guide Down and Display Off, respectively) as needed 22).

  • Page 173: Screen Brightness

    Before Use Screen Brightness Formatting Memory Cards Basic Guide Adjust screen brightness as follows. Before using a new memory card or a card formatted in another device, you Advanced Guide should format the card with this camera. Formatting erases all data on a memory card. Before formatting, copy Choose [LCD Brightness], and then Camera Basics images on the memory card to a computer, or take other steps to back them...

  • Page 174: File Numbering

    Before Use File Numbering • The total card capacity indicated on the formatting screen may be less than Basic Guide the advertised capacity. Your shots are automatically numbered in sequential order (0001 – 9999) Advanced Guide and saved in folders that store up to 2,000 images each. You can change Low-Level Formatting how the camera assigns file numbers.

  • Page 175: Electronic Level Calibration

    Before Use Date-Based Image Storage Electronic Level Calibration Basic Guide Instead of saving images in folders created each month, you can have the Calibrate the electronic level if it seems ineffective in helping you level the Advanced Guide camera create folders each day you shoot to store shots taken that day. camera.

  • Page 176: Copyright Information To Record In Images

    Before Use Setting Copyright Information to Record in Deactivating Touch-Screen Operations Basic Guide Images The touch-screen can be disabled to prevent unintended touch operations. Advanced Guide To record the author’s name and copyright details in images, set this information beforehand as follows. Choose [Touch Operation], and then Camera Basics choose [Off].

  • Page 177: Display Language

    Before Use Display Language Deleting All Copyright Information Basic Guide You can delete both the author’s name and copyright details at the same Change the display language as needed. time as follows. Advanced Guide Choose [Language ], and then press Camera Basics Follow the steps in “Setting Copyright the <m>...

  • Page 178: Restoring Defaults

    Before Use Restoring Defaults Basic Guide If you accidentally change a setting, you can restore default camera Advanced Guide settings. Camera Basics Access the [Reset All] screen. Auto Mode / Hybrid Choose [Reset All], and then press the Auto Mode <m>...

  • Page 179: Accessories

    Before Use Basic Guide Accessories Advanced Guide Camera Basics Enjoy the camera in more ways with optional Canon accessories and other compatible accessories sold separately Auto Mode / Hybrid Auto Mode Other Shooting Modes P Mode Tv, Av, M, C1, and...

  • Page 180: System Map

    System *1 Also available for purchase separately. *2 A genuine Canon accessory is also available (Interface Cable IFC-400PCU). *3 Use a commercially available cable no longer than 2.5 m. *4 The following accessories are also supported: Speedlite 580EX, 430EX, 270EX, and 220EX, Speedlite Transmitter ST-E2, Speedlite Bracket SB-E2, and Off-Camera Shoe Cord OC-E3.

  • Page 181: Optional Accessories

    Advanced Guide varies by area, and some accessories may no longer be available. 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...

  • Page 182: Flash Units

    Before Use AC Adapter Kit ACK-DC100 Speedlite Bracket SB-E2 Basic Guide For powering the camera using Prevents unnatural shadows next to household power. Recommended when subjects during vertical shooting. Includes Advanced Guide using the camera over extended periods, Off-Camera Shoe Cord OC-E3. Camera Basics or when connecting the camera to a printer or computer.
  • Page 183 Connect the camera to a TV to enjoy a Canon-brand PictBridge-compatible Other Shooting playback on the larger TV screen. printer. Modes For details, visit your nearest Canon P Mode retailer. Remote Switch RS-60E3 Tv, Av, M, C1, and C2 Mode...

  • Page 184: Using Optional Accessories

    Before Use Still Images Movies On the camera, open the terminal cover Using Optional Accessories Basic Guide and insert the cable plug fully into the camera terminal. Advanced Guide Still Images Movies Playback on a TV Camera Basics Auto Mode / Hybrid By connecting the camera to a TV, you can view your shots on the larger Auto Mode screen of the TV.
  • Page 185 Before Use Still Images Movies Control the camera with the TV Basic Guide remote. Controlling the Camera with a TV Remote Press the <q><r> buttons on the remote Connecting the camera to an HDMI CEC-compatible TV enables playback Advanced Guide (including slideshow playback) using the TV remote control.
  • Page 186 Before Use Still Images Movies Basic Guide • Correct display is not possible unless the camera video output Playback on a Standard-Definition TV format (NTSC or PAL) matches the TV format. To change the Connecting the camera to a TV with the Stereo AV Cable AVC-DC400ST Advanced Guide video output format, press the <n>...
  • Page 187 Before Use Insert the coupler. Connect the power cord. Basic Guide Insert the coupler facing the direction Insert one end of the power cord into the shown, just as you would a battery pack Advanced Guide compact power adapter, and then plug (following step 2 in “Inserting the Battery the other end into a power outlet.
  • Page 188 Before Use Still Images Movies Using a Lens Hood (Sold Separately) Basic Guide • Vignetting may occur if you use the built-in flash when the lens hood is attached. Advanced Guide For wide-angle shots of backlit subjects without using the flash, attach optional Lens Hood LH-DC80 to prevent light outside the angle of view from •...
  • Page 189 Before Use Still Images Using a Remote Switch (Sold Separately) • We recommend the use of genuine Canon filters (58 mm dia.). Basic Guide • When not using auto focus to shoot, set the manual focus option [Safety MF] to [On].

  • Page 190: Using The Hot Shoe

    Before Use Still Images Movies Still Images Movies Using the Hot Shoe Using an Electronic Viewfinder (Sold Basic Guide Separately) Advanced Guide Use the hot shoe to attach an optional electronic viewfinder or external flash. Shooting is easier with an optional electronic viewfinder, which helps you Camera Basics concentrate on keeping subjects in focus.
  • Page 191 Before Use Turn the camera on and switch • Although the viewfinder is produced under extremely high-precision between using the screen and Basic Guide manufacturing conditions and more than 99.99% of the pixels meet design viewfinder as needed. specifications, in rare cases some pixels may be defective or may appear as Advanced Guide Moving the viewfinder near your eye will red or black dots.
  • Page 192 Wireless operation of the Speedlite 600EX-RT is not supported. Other Shooting The flash pilot lamp will light up when the • Non-EX series Canon flash units may not fire correctly or may not Modes flash is ready. fire at all, in some cases.
  • Page 193 Before Use Still Images Configure the external flash. Basic Guide Camera Settings Available with an External Flash (Sold Press the <n> button, choose [Flash Control] on the [4] tab, and then press Separately) Advanced Guide the <m> button. The following items are available in [G], [M], [B], or [D] mode. In Camera Basics Options already set on the flash itself are other shooting modes, only [Red-Eye Corr.] and [Red-Eye Lamp] can...

  • Page 194: Using The Software

    Auto Mode / Hybrid *8 Restores all default settings. You can also restore defaults for [Slow Synchro], [Safety After downloading the software from the Canon website and installing it, you Auto Mode FE], [Red-Eye Corr.], and [Red-Eye Lamp] by using [Reset All] on the [3] tab on the can do the following things on your computer.

  • Page 195: Computer Connections Via A Cable

    146). Playback Mode Insert the larger plug of the USB cable • Check the Canon website for the latest system requirements, including in the computer’s USB port. For details Wi-Fi Functions supported OS versions. about USB connections on the computer, Setting Menu refer to the computer user manual.
  • Page 196 • Windows Vista or XP: To start CameraWindow, click [Downloads Images From Canon Camera] on the screen displayed when you turn the camera on in step Camera Basics 2. If CameraWindow is not displayed, click the [Start] menu and choose [All Programs] ►...

  • Page 197: Printing Images

    Choose an image. Auto Mode / Hybrid A Canon SELPHY CP series compact photo printer is used here for the Auto Mode Press the <q><r> buttons or turn the sake of illustration. Screens displayed and available functions vary by Other Shooting <7>...

  • Page 198: Configuring Print Settings

    Before Use Default Matches current printer settings. Basic Guide • For Canon-brand PictBridge-compatible printers (sold separately), see Date Prints images with the date added. “Printers” 183). Advanced Guide • RAW images cannot be printed. File No. Prints images with the file number added.
  • Page 199 Before Use Adjust the cropping frame as Choose a paper size. Basic Guide needed. Press the <o><p> buttons or turn the To resize the frame, move the zoom lever <7> dial to choose an option, and then Advanced Guide or turn the <7> dial. press the <m>...
  • Page 200 Before Use Choose the printing area. Available Layout Options Basic Guide Follow step 2 in “Cropping Images before Default Matches current printer settings. Printing” 199) to choose the printing Advanced Guide Bordered Prints with blank space around the image. area. Borderless Borderless, edge-to-edge printing.
  • Page 201 • To cancel printing in progress, press the <m> button. Choose and configure items as desired Other Shooting • [ID Photo] and [Sequence] cannot be chosen on Canon-brand PictBridge- Modes 26). compatible printers from CP720/CP730 and earlier models. P Mode...
  • Page 202 Basic Guide Press the <o><p> buttons or turn the No.] at the same time. <7> dial to specify the number of prints • Index printing is not available on some Canon-brand PictBridge-compatible Advanced Guide printers (sold separately). (up to 99). •...
  • Page 203 Before Use Still Images Still Images Basic Guide Setting Up Printing for All Images Printing Images Added to the Print List (DPOF) Advanced Guide Following step 1 in “Setting Up Printing When images have been added to the for Individual Images” 202), choose print list (= 201...
  • Page 204 Before Use Still Images Basic Guide • ] may be displayed on the camera to warn you that the memory Adding All Images to a Photobook card has print settings that were configured on another camera. Advanced Guide Following the procedure in “Choosing Changing the print settings using this camera may overwrite all previous settings.

  • Page 205: Appendix

    Before Use Basic Guide Appendix Advanced Guide Camera Basics Helpful information when using the camera Auto Mode / Hybrid Auto Mode Other Shooting Modes P Mode Tv, Av, M, C1, and C2 Mode Playback Mode Wi-Fi Functions Troubleshooting ..........Functions and Menu Tables ......Functions and Menu Tables ......

  • Page 206: Troubleshooting

    • Increase the ISO speed 80). battery swelling prevents the battery pack from fitting in the camera, contact a Canon • Mount the camera on a tripod or take other measures to keep it still. In this case, you Customer Support Help Desk.
  • Page 207 Before Use Shots are out of focus. Subjects in flash shots look too bright, highlights are washed-out. Basic Guide • Press the shutter button halfway to focus on subjects before pressing it all the way • Shoot within flash range 229).

  • Page 208: Shooting Movies

    Before Use Shooting Movies Sound is not played during movies. Basic Guide • Adjust the volume 112) if you have activated [Mute] 170) or the sound in The elapsed time shown is incorrect, or recording is interrupted. the movie is faint. Advanced Guide •...
  • Page 209 Index • Images are not sent to CANON iMAGE GATEWAY or other Web services if you move Images are not sent to CANON iMAGE GATEWAY or other Web services if you move Images are not sent to CANON iMAGE GATEWAY or other Web services if you move...

  • Page 210: On-Screen Messages

    When specifying a range for image selection ( 124, 127, 202), you attempted to Wi-Fi Functions a Canon Customer Support Help Desk. choose an initial image that was after the final image, or vice-versa. choose an initial image that was after the final image, or vice-versa.
  • Page 211 Frequent display of this error message may indicate camera damage. In this case, reconnecting again. reconnecting again. reconnecting again. write down the error number (Exx) and contact a Canon Customer Support Help P Mode Desk. No access points found No access points found...
  • Page 212 C2 Mode Insufficient space on server Playback Mode • Delete unnecessary images uploaded to CANON iMAGE GATEWAY to create space. • Save the images sent via Image Sync 163) to your computer. Wi-Fi Functions...

  • Page 213: On-Screen Information

    Before Use On-Screen Information Battery level Blink detection ISO speed Basic Guide 214) Grid lines 107) Shooting (Information Display) Still image AF frame 90), Hybrid Auto mode Advanced Guide compression Spot AE point frame 99), Camera shake Camera Basics Resolution Date stamp warning Recordable shots...
  • Page 214 Before Use Playback (Detailed Information Display) Battery Level Basic Guide An on-screen icon or message indicates the battery charge level. Advanced Guide Display Details Sufficient charge Camera Basics Slightly depleted, but sufficient Auto Mode / Hybrid Auto Mode Nearly depleted—charge the battery pack soon (Blinking red) Other Shooting [Charge the battery]...
  • Page 215 Before Use ND filter Shadow correction Group playback Summary of Movie Control Panel in “Viewing” 112) Basic Guide 83), i-Contrast 119) Red-eye correction 82, 134), 50, 135) Still images: Exit Advanced Guide Star time-lapse Resolution 229) High ISO NR movie shooting Touch to display the volume panel, and then touch [o][p] to adjust the Movies: Playback (= 81)

  • Page 216: Functions And Menu Tables

    Before Use Functions and Menu Tables Basic Guide Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode Advanced Guide Shooting Mode Camera Basics D B M G S P t Auto Mode / Hybrid Function Auto Mode Exposure Compensation – O O – –...
  • Page 217 Before Use Shooting Mode Basic Guide D B M G S P t Advanced Guide Function AF Lock (when assigned to the < > or movie button) O O O O O O – – – O – – – O O O O O O O – O O O O O O O O O O O O Camera Basics Optical Zoom (= 18,...
  • Page 218 Before Use FUNC. Menu Basic Guide Shooting Mode Advanced Guide D B M G S P t Function Camera Basics DR Correction Auto Mode / Hybrid O O – – – O O O O O O O O O – O O O O O O O O O O O O – – Auto Mode –...
  • Page 219 Before Use Shooting Mode Basic Guide D B M G S P t Function Advanced Guide Bracketing O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O Camera Basics –...
  • Page 220 Before Use Shooting Mode Basic Guide D B M G S P t Function Advanced Guide Still Image Aspect Ratio O O – – O O O O O O O O – O O O – – – O – – – O O O – – Camera Basics O O O O O O O O O O –...

  • Page 221: Shooting Tab Menu

    Before Use 4 Shooting Tab Menu Basic Guide Shooting Mode Advanced Guide D B M G S P t Camera Basics Function AF Frame Auto Mode / Hybrid Face AiAF* O O O O O O O O – – – O – O – O O – –...
  • Page 222 Before Use Shooting Mode Basic Guide D B M G S P t Function Advanced Guide AF-assist Beam O O O O O O O O – – – O – O – O O O O O O O O O O O O Camera Basics O O O O –...
  • Page 223 Before Use Shooting Mode Basic Guide D B M G S P t Function Advanced Guide ISO Auto Settings Max ISO Speed O O – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – –...
  • Page 224 Before Use Shooting Mode Basic Guide D B M G S P t Function Advanced Guide FUNC. Menu Layout 108) O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O Reverse Disp.
  • Page 225 Before Use Shooting Mode Basic Guide D B M G S P t Function Advanced Guide Star Time-Lapse Movie Setting Effect – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – O – – – – – – – –...

  • Page 226: Set Up Tab Menu

    Before Use 3 Set Up Tab Menu 1 Playback Tab Menu Basic Guide Item Ref. Page Item Ref. Page Item Ref. Page Item Ref. Page Advanced Guide = 170 = 175 Mute Create Folder = 115 = 132 List/Play Digest Movies Resize Camera Basics = 170...

  • Page 227: Handling Precautions

    Never use cleaners containing organic solvents to clean the camera or P Mode Still Images: Exif 2.3 (JPEG), RAW (CR2 (Canon Original)) Still Images: Exif 2.3 (JPEG), RAW (CR2 (Canon Original)) Still Images: Exif 2.3 (JPEG), RAW (CR2 (Canon Original)) screen.
  • Page 228 Before Use Wi-Fi Number of Shots/Recording Time, Playback Time Basic Guide IEEE 802.11b/g/n* Screen On Approx. 240 Standards Advanced Guide * 2.4 GHz band only Eco Mode On Approx. 300 Number of Shots Transmission OFDM modulation (IEEE 802.11g/n) Electronic Viewfinder Camera Basics Approx.
  • Page 229 P Mode • The values in the table are based on Canon measurement conditions and may The values in the table are based on Canon measurement conditions and may The values in the table are based on Canon measurement conditions and may...
  • Page 230 Approx. 3.1 shots/sec. • Based on Canon testing standards, using a 8 GB UHS-I memory card. Note that the Based on Canon testing standards, using a 8 GB UHS-I memory card. Note that the Based on Canon testing standards, using a 8 GB UHS-I memory card. Note that the number of shots varies depending on subjects, the brand of memory card, and other factors.
  • Page 231 Before Use Battery Pack NB-12L Basic Guide Type: Rechargeable lithium-ion battery Nominal Voltage: 3.6 V DC Advanced Guide Nominal Capacity: 1910 mAh Charging Cycles: Approx. 300 times Camera Basics Operating Temperatures: 0 – 40 °C (32 – 104 °F) Dimensions: 34.4 x 48.5 x 10.4 mm (1.35 x 1.91 x 0.41 in.) Auto Mode / Hybrid Auto Mode...

  • Page 232: Index

    Servo AF ........92 Resizing images ......132 Resizing images ......132 Resizing images ......132 AE lock ..........79 CANON iMAGE GATEWAY ..140, 142 Touch AF ........94 P Mode Editing or erasing connection Editing or erasing connection Editing or erasing connection AF frames ..........
  • Page 233 Before Use Monochrome (shooting mode)..... 66 Shooting Shooting date/time → Date/time Movies Basic Guide i-Contrast ........82, 134 RAW ............ 98 Shooting information ... 107, 213 Editing ......... 136 iFrame movies (movie mode) ....76 Red-eye correction ...... 50, 135 Slideshow ..........
  • Page 234 Before Use Tv (shooting mode)......102 Basic Guide Advanced Guide Underwater macro (focusing range) ..60 Underwater (shooting mode) ....58 Camera Basics Auto Mode / Hybrid Auto Mode Viewing ..........19 Image search .......116 Other Shooting Modes Index display ........116 Magnified display ......

  • Page 235: Wi-Fi (Wireless Lan) Precautions

    Be sure to make PC2159/PC2049. To identify your model, notes of wireless LAN settings as a precaution. Please note that Canon check the label on the bottom of the camera Camera Basics accepts no responsibility for direct or indirect damages or loss of for a number beginning with PC .

  • Page 236: Other Shooting

    Before Use Radio Wave Interference Precautions • Unauthorized network access Basic Guide Third parties with malicious intent may gain unauthorized access to the network you are using to steal, modify, or destroy information. • This product may receive interference from other devices that emit radio Advanced Guide Additionally, you could fall victim to other types of unauthorized access waves.
  • Page 237 The SDXC logo is a trademark of SD-3C, LLC. • The above items notwithstanding, Canon cannot be held liable for any The above items notwithstanding, Canon cannot be held liable for any The above items notwithstanding, Canon cannot be held liable for any Other Shooting •...

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