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Page 2: Initial Information
ç Contents Before Use Initial Information Package Contents Before use, make sure the following items are included in the package. If anything is missing, contact your camera retailer. Battery Pack Battery Charger Camera NB-11LH* CB-2LF/CB-2LFE Wrist Strap Lens Cap (with cord) * Do not peel off the battery pack label.
Page 3: Compatible Memory Cards
ç Contents Compatible Memory Cards The following memory cards (sold separately) can be used, regardless of capacity. ● SD memory cards* ● SDHC memory cards* ● SDXC memory cards* ● Eye-Fi cards * Cards conforming to SD standards. However, not all memory cards have been verified to work with the camera.
Page 4: Part Names And Conventions In
ç Contents Part Names and Conventions in This Guide ( 1 ) ( 2 ) ( 3 ) ( 4 ) ( 5 ) ( 3 ) ( 8 ) ( 9 ) ( 6 ) ( 7 ) Zoom lever Power button Shooting: [ (telephoto)] /...
Page 5 ç Contents ● Shooting modes and on-screen icons and text are indicated in brackets. ● : Important information you should know ● : Notes and tips for expert camera use = xx: Pages with related information (in this example, “xx” ●...
Page 6 ç Contents ( 1 ) ( 2 ) ( 3 ) ( 6 ) ( 7 ) ( 8 ) ( 9 ) ( 10 ) ( 11 ) ( 12 ) ( 13 ) ( 4 ) ( 5 ) ( 14 ) ( 15 ) ( 16 )
Page 7: Preliminary Notes And Legal
Information ● Take and review some test shots initially to make sure the images were recorded correctly. Please note that Canon Inc., its subsidiaries and affiliates, and its distributors are not liable for any consequential damages arising from any malfunction...
Page 8: Table Of Contents
ç Contents Table of Contents Before Use Changing the Date and Time ......32 Initial Information ....2 Display Language ..34 Package Contents ....2 Trying the Camera Out ..36 Compatible Memory Cards ... 3 Shooting About Eye-Fi Cards ..3 (Smart Auto) ....
Page 9 ç Contents Helpful Shooting Features .. 77 Still Images/Movies .. 58 Displaying Grid Still Images ....58 Lines ......77 Movies ..... 59 Magnifying the Area in Scene Icons ....60 Focus ......78 Image Stabilization Checking for Closed Icons ......62 Eyes ......
Page 10: Ae Lock
ç Contents Adjusting White Playback Speed and Balance ..... 106 Estimated Playback Time (for One-Minute Custom White Clips) ....... 92 Balance ....107 Shooting with a Changing Image Color Toy Camera Effect Tones (My Colors) ..107 (Toy Camera Effect)..93 Custom Color ..
Page 11 ç Contents Shooting with the FE Protecting Images ..... 139 Lock ......121 Using the Menu ..140 Other Settings ....122 Choosing Images Changing the Individually ....140 Compression Ratio Selecting a Range ..141 (Image Quality) ..122 Protecting All Images at Changing the IS Mode Once ......
Page 12: Power Saving
ç Contents 7 Accessories ....178 Correcting Red-Eye .. 160 Editing Movies ....162 System Map ....... 179 Optional Accessories ..181 6 Setting Menu ....164 Power Supplies ..181 Adjusting Basic Camera Functions ......165 Flash Unit ....182 Silencing Camera Other Accessories ..
Page 13 ç Contents 8 Appendix ...... 214 Printing ID Photos .. 201 Printing Movie Troubleshooting ....215 Scenes ....... 202 On-Screen Messages ..221 Movie Printing On-Screen Information ..224 Options ....202 Shooting (Information Adding Images to the Display) ..... 224 Print List (DPOF) ..
Page 14: Battery Charger
ç Contents Number of Shots per Memory Card ..245 Recording Time per Memory Card ..246 Flash Range ..246 Shooting Range ..247 Continuous Shooting Speed ....247 Shutter Speed ..247 Aperture ....247 Battery Pack NB-11LH ....248 Battery Charger CB-2LF/CB-2LFE ..
Page 15: Common Camera Operations
ç Contents Common Camera Operations Shoot ● Use camera-determined settings (Auto Mode) = 54 Shooting people well Portraits Against Snow ( = 87) ( = 87) Matching specific scenes Low Light Fireworks ( = 87) ( = 87) Applying special effects Vivid Colors Poster Effect Fish-Eye Effect...
Page 16 ç Contents ● While adjusting image settings (Live View Control) = 86 ● Focus on faces = 54, = 87, = 113 ● Without using the flash (Flash Off) = 54 ● Include yourself in the shot (Self-Timer) = 66, = 95 ●...
Page 17 ç Contents Shoot/View Movies ● Shoot movies = 54 ● View movies (Playback Mode) = 126 Print ● Print pictures = 194 Save ● Save images to a computer = 191...
Page 18: Safety Precautions
ç Contents Safety Precautions ● Before using the product, ensure that you read the safety precautions described below. Always ensure that the product is used correctly. ● The safety precautions noted here are intended to prevent you and other persons from being injured or incurring property damage. ●...
Page 19 ç Contents ● Stop using the product immediately if it emits smoke or a strange smell, or otherwise behaves abnormally. ● Do not use organic solvents such as alcohol, benzine, or thinner to clean the product. ● Avoid contact with liquid, and do not allow liquid or foreign objects inside.
Page 20 ç Contents ● If the product uses a battery charger, note the following precautions. Remove the plug periodically and, using a dry cloth, wipe away any dust and dirt that has collected on the plug, the exterior of the power outlet, and the surrounding area. Do not insert or remove the plug with wet hands.
Page 21 ç Contents Caution Denotes the possibility of injury. ● When carrying the product by the strap, be careful not to bang it, subject it to strong impacts or shocks, or let it get caught on other objects. ● Be careful not to bump or push strongly on the lens. This could lead to injury or damage the camera.
Page 22 ç Contents ● On products that raise and lower the flash automatically, make sure to avoid pinching your fingers with the lowering flash. This could result in injury. Caution Denotes the possibility of property damage. ● Do not aim the camera at intense light sources, such as the sun on a clear day or an intense artificial light source.
Page 23 ç Contents ● Unplug any battery charger used with the product when not in use. Do not cover with a cloth or other objects when in use. Leaving the unit plugged in for a long period of time may cause it to overheat and distort, resulting in fire.
Page 24: Basic Operations
ç Contents Basic Guide Basic Operations Basic information and instructions, from initial preparations to shooting and playback...
Page 25: Initial Preparations
ç Contents Initial Preparations Prepare for shooting as follows. Attaching Accessories Attach the strap. ( 2 ) ● Thread the end of the strap through the strap hole (1), and then pull the other end of the ( 1 ) strap through the loop on the threaded end (2).
Page 26: Charging
ç Contents Holding the Camera ● Place the strap around your wrist. ● When shooting, keep your arms close to your body and hold the camera securely to prevent it from moving. If you have raised the flash, do not rest your fingers on it.
Page 27 ç Contents Charge the battery pack. ( 1 ) ● CB-2LF: Flip out the plug (1) and ( 2 ) plug the charger into a power outlet (2). CB-2LF ● CB-2LFE: Plug the power cord into the charger, then plug the other end into a power outlet.
Page 28 ç Contents ● For details on charging time and the number of shots and recording time possible with a fully charged battery pack, see “Number of Shots/Recording Time, Playback Time” ( = 244). ● Charged battery packs gradually lose their charge, even when they are not used.
Page 29: Memory Card
ç Contents Insert the battery pack. ● Holding the battery pack with the terminals (1) facing as shown, press the battery lock (2) in the direction of the arrow and insert the battery pack until the lock clicks shut. ● ( 1 ) ( 2 ) If you insert the battery pack...
Page 30: Removing The Battery Pack And Memory Card
ç Contents Close the cover. ( 1 ) ● Lower the cover (1) and hold it down as you slide it, until it clicks ( 2 ) into the closed position (2). ● For guidelines on how many shots or hours of recording can be saved on one memory card, see “Number of Shots per Memory Card”...
Page 31 ç Contents Setting the Date and Time Set the current date and time correctly as follows if the [Date/Time] screen 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 manage images by shooting date or print images showing the date.
Page 32: Finish The Setup Process
ç Contents Specify your home time zone. ● Press the [ ][ ] buttons to choose your home time zone. Finish the setup process. ● Press the [ ] button when finished. After a confirmation message, the setting screen is no longer displayed.
Page 33: Change The Date And Time
ç Contents Choose [Date/Time]. ● Move the zoom lever to choose the [ ] tab. ● Press the [ ][ ] buttons to choose [Date/Time], and then press the [ ] button. Change the date and time. ● Follow step 2 in “Setting the Date and Time”...
Page 34 ç Contents Display Language Change the display language as needed. Enter Playback mode. ● Press the [ ] button. Access the setting screen. ● Press and hold the [ ] button, and then immediately press the ] button. Set the display language. ●...
Page 35 ç Contents ● The current time is displayed if you wait too long in step 2 after pressing the [ ] button before you press the [ ] button. In this case, press the [ ] button to dismiss the time display and repeat step 2.
Page 36: Trying The Camera Out
ç Contents Trying the Camera Out Still Images Movies Follow these instructions to turn the camera on, shoot still images or movies, and then view them. Shooting (Smart Auto) For fully automatic selection of the optimal settings for specific scenes, simply let the camera determine the subject and shooting conditions.
Page 37: Shooting Still Images
ç Contents Compose the shot. ● To zoom in and enlarge the subject, move the zoom lever toward [ ] (telephoto), and to zoom away from the subject, move it toward [ ] (wide angle). Shoot. Shooting Still Images 1) Focus. ●...
Page 38: Shooting Movies
ç Contents 2) Shoot. ● Press the shutter button all the way down. ● As the camera shoots, a shutter sound is played, and in low-light conditions when you have raised the flash, it fires automatically. ● Keep the camera still until the shutter sound ends.
Page 39 ç Contents 2) Finish shooting. ● Press the movie button again to stop shooting. The camera beeps twice as recording stops. Viewing After shooting images or movies, you can view them on the screen as follows. Enter Playback mode. ● Press the [ ] button.
Page 40: Play Movies
ç Contents ● To access this screen (Scroll Display mode), press and hold the [ ][ ] buttons for at least one second. In this mode, press the [ ][ ] buttons to browse through images. ● To return to single-image display, press the [ ] button.
Page 41: Erasing Images
ç Contents Erasing Images You can choose and erase unneeded images one by one. Be careful when erasing images, because they cannot be recovered. Choose an image to erase. ● Press the [ ][ ] buttons to choose an image. Erase the image.
Page 42: Camera Basics
ç Contents Advanced Guide Camera Basics Other basic operations and more ways to enjoy your camera, including shooting and playback options...
Page 43: Shooting Mode
ç Contents On/Off Shooting Mode ● Press the power button to turn the camera on and prepare for shooting. ● To turn the camera off, press the power button again. Playback Mode ● Press the [ ] button to turn the camera on and view your shots.
Page 44: Power Saving In Shooting Mode
ç Contents Power-Saving Features (Auto Power Down) As a way to conserve battery power, the camera automatically deactivates the screen (Display Off) and then turns itself off after a specific period of inactivity. Power Saving in Shooting Mode The screen is automatically deactivated after about one minute of inactivity.
Page 45: Shutter Button
ç Contents Shutter Button To ensure your shots are in focus, always begin by holding the shutter button halfway down, and once the subject is in focus, press the button all the way down to shoot. In this manual, shutter button operations are described as pressing the button halfway or all the way down.
Page 46: Shooting Display Options
ç Contents Shooting Display Options Press the [ ] button to view other information on the screen, or to hide the information. For details on the information displayed, see “On-Screen Information” ( = 224). Information is displayed No information is displayed ●...
Page 47: Using The Func. Menu
ç Contents Using the FUNC. Menu Configure commonly used functions through the FUNC. menu as follows. Note that menu items and options vary depending on the shooting mode ( = 230) or playback mode ( = 241). Access the FUNC. menu. ●...
Page 48: Choose An Option
ç Contents Choose an option. ● Press the [ ][ ] buttons to choose an option. ● Options labeled with a [ ] icon can be configured by pressing the ] button. ● To return to the menu items, press the [ ] button. Finish the setup process.
Page 49: Using The Menu Screen
ç Contents Using the Menu Screen Configure a variety of camera functions through the menu screen as follows. Menu items are grouped by purpose on tabs, such as shooting [ ], playback [ ], and so on. Note that available menu items vary depending on the selected shooting or playback mode ( = 233 –...
Page 50 ç Contents Choose a menu item. ● Press the [ ][ ] buttons to choose a menu item. ● For menu items with options not shown, first press the [ ] or [ ] button to switch screens, and then press the [ ][ ] buttons to select the menu item.
Page 51: Indicator Display
ç Contents Indicator Display The indicator on the back of the camera ( = 4) lights up or blinks depending on the camera status. Indicator Color Camera Status Status Connected to a computer ( = 191), or display off ( = 44, = 169, = 170) Green Starting up, recording/reading/transmitting Blinking...
Page 52 ç Contents Clock You can check the current time. ● Press and hold the [ ] button. ● The current time appears. ● If you hold the camera vertically while using the clock function, it will switch to vertical display. Press the [ ][ ] buttons to change the display color.
Page 53: Auto Mode
ç Contents Auto Mode Convenient mode for easy shots with greater control over shooting...
Page 54: Shooting With Camera
ç Contents Shooting with Camera- Determined Settings For fully automatic selection of the optimal settings for specific scenes, simply let the camera determine the subject and shooting conditions. Shooting (Smart Auto) Still Images Movies Turn the camera on. ● Press the power button. ●...
Page 55 ç Contents Compose the shot. ● To zoom in and enlarge the subject, move the zoom lever toward [ ] (telephoto), and to zoom away from the subject, ( 1 ) move it toward [ ] (wide angle). (A zoom bar (1) showing the zoom position is displayed.) ●...
Page 56 ç Contents ● If [Raise the flash] is displayed, lift the flash with your finger to prepare it for use. If you prefer not to use the flash, push it down with your finger, into the camera. 2) Shoot. ● Press the shutter button all the way down.
Page 57 ç Contents Shooting Movies 1) Start shooting. ● Press the movie button. The camera beeps once as recording begins, and [ Rec] is displayed ( 1 ) with the elapsed time (1). ● Black bars are displayed on the top and bottom edges of the screen, and the subject is slightly enlarged.
Page 58: Still Images
ç Contents 3) Finish shooting. ● Press the movie button again to stop shooting. The camera beeps twice as recording stops. ● Recording will stop automatically when the memory card becomes full. Still Images/Movies ● If the camera is turned on while the [ ] button is held down, the camera will no longer sound.
Page 59 ç Contents ● You can change how long images are displayed after shots ( = 83). Movies ● Before shooting a movie, lower the flash with your finger. Be careful not to touch the microphone (1) when shooting a movie. Leaving the flash raised, or blocking the microphone may prevent audio from being recorded or may cause the recording to sound muffled.
Page 60 ç Contents Scene Icons Still Images Movies In [ ] mode, shooting scenes determined by the camera are indicated by the icon displayed, and corresponding settings are automatically selected for optimal focusing, subject brightness, and color. When Shooting People Icon Background Background Shadows...
Page 61 ç Contents When Shooting Other Subjects Icon Background Background Other At Close Color Subjects Motion* Range Bright Gray Bright and Backlit With Blue Sky Light Blue Blue Sky and Backlit – Sunsets Orange Spotlights Dark Dark Blue Dark, Using – –...
Page 62 ç Contents Image Stabilization Icons Still Images Movies Optimal image stabilization for the shooting conditions is automatically applied (Intelligent IS). Additionally, the following icons are displayed in [ ] mode. Image stabilization for still images (Normal) Image stabilization for still images when panning (Panning)* Image stabilization for macro shots.
Page 63 ç Contents On-Screen Frames Still Images Movies A variety of frames are displayed once the camera detects subjects you are aiming the camera at. ● A white frame is displayed around the subject (or person’s face) determined by the camera to be the main subject, and gray frames are displayed around other detected faces.
Page 64 ç Contents Common, Convenient Features Still Images Movies Zooming In Closer on Subjects (Digital Zoom) When distant subjects are too far away to enlarge using the optical zoom, use digital zoom for up to about 120x enlargement. Move the zoom lever toward ●...
Page 65 ç Contents ● Moving the zoom lever will display the zoom bar (which indicates the zoom position). The color of the zoom bar will change depending on the zoom range. White range: optical zoom range where the image will not appear grainy.
Page 66 ç Contents Using the Self-Timer Still Images Movies 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 button. Configure the setting. ● Press the [ ] button, press the [ ][ ] buttons to choose [ ], and then press the [ ] button.
Page 67: Using The Self-Timer To Avoid Camera Shake
ç Contents ● Once you start the self-timer, the lamp will blink and the camera will play a self-timer sound. ● Two seconds before the shot, the blinking and sound will speed up. (The lamp will remain lit in case the flash fires.) ●...
Page 68: Customizing The Self-Timer
ç Contents Customizing the Self-Timer Still Images Movies You can specify the delay (0 – 30 seconds) and number of shots (1 – 10). Choose [ ]. ● Following step 1 in “Using the Self-Timer” ( = 66), choose [ ] and press the [ ] button immediately.
Page 69 ç Contents ● When you specify multiple shots, image brightness and white balance are determined by the first shot. More time is required between shots when the flash fires or when you have specified to take many shots. Shooting will stop automatically when the memory card becomes full.
Page 70 However, adding a date stamp this way to images that already have one may cause it to be printed twice. Print using printer functions ( = 194) Use camera DPOF print settings ( = 203) to print Use the software downloaded from the Canon website ( = 188) to print...
Page 71 ç Contents Continuous Shooting Still Images Movies Hold the shutter button all the way down to shoot continuously. For details on the continuous shooting speed, see “Continuous Shooting Speed” ( = 247). Configure the setting. ● Press the [ ] button, choose [ in the menu, and then choose ] ( = 47).
Page 72: Image Customization Features
ç Contents Image Customization Features Changing the Aspect Ratio Still Images Movies Change the image aspect ratio (ratio of width to height) as follows. ● Press the [ ] button, choose ] in the menu, and choose the desired option ( = 47). ●...
Page 73 ç Contents Changing Image Resolution (Size) Still Images Movies Choose from 4 levels of image resolution, as follows. For guidelines on how many shots at each resolution setting can fit on a memory card, see “Number of Shots per Memory Card” ( = 245).
Page 74 ç Contents Red-Eye Correction Still Images Movies Red-eye that occurs in flash photography can be automatically corrected as follows. Access the [Flash Settings] screen. ● Press the [ ] button, choose [Flash Settings] on the ] tab, and then press the [ ] button ( = 49).
Page 75 ç Contents ● Red-eye correction may be applied to image areas other than eyes (if the camera misinterprets red eye makeup as red pupils, for example). You can also correct existing images ( = 160). ● ● You can also access the screen in step 2 when the flash is up by pressing the [ ] button and immediately pressing the [ button.
Page 76 ç Contents Image Resolution Frame Rate Details Quality 1280 x 720 25 fps For shooting in HD For shooting in 640 x 480 30 fps standard definition ● In [ ] mode, black bars displayed on the top and bottom edges of the screen indicate image areas not recorded.
Page 77: Helpful Shooting Features
ç Contents Helpful Shooting Features Displaying Grid Lines Still Images Movies Grid lines can be displayed on the screen for vertical and horizontal reference while shooting. ● Press the [ ] button, choose [Grid Lines] on the ] tab, and then choose [On] ( = 49).
Page 78 ç Contents Magnifying the Area in Focus Still Images Movies You can check the focus by pressing the shutter button halfway, which will enlarge the portion of the image in focus in the AF frame. Configure the setting. ● Press the [ ] button, choose [AF-Point Zoom] on the ] tab, and then choose [On]...
Page 79 ç Contents ● The area in focus is not magnified in the following cases when the shutter button is pressed halfway. If a face was not detected, if the person is too close to the camera and their face is too large for the screen, or if the camera detects subject movement When digital zoom is used ( = 64) When Tracking AF is used ( = 114)
Page 80 ç Contents Shoot. ● [ ] flashes when the camera detects a person whose eyes are closed. ● To restore the original setting, choose [Off] in step 1. ● When you have specified multiple shots in [ ] mode, this function is only available for the final shot.
Page 81: Customizing Camera Operation
ç Contents Customizing Camera Operation Customize shooting functions on the [ ] tab of the menu screen as follows. For instructions on menu functions, see “Using the Menu Screen” ( = 49). Deactivating the AF-Assist Beam Still Images Movies You can deactivate the lamp that normally lights up to help you focus when you press the shutter button halfway in low-light conditions.
Page 82 ç Contents Deactivating the Red-Eye Reduction Lamp Still Images Movies You can deactivate the red-eye reduction lamp that lights up to reduce red-eye when the flash is used in low-light shots. Access the [Flash Settings] screen. ● Press the [ ] button, choose [Flash Settings] on the ] tab, and then press the [ ]...
Page 83: Changing The Image Display Period After Shots
ç Contents Changing the Image Display Style after Shots Still Images Movies You can change how long images are displayed and what information is displayed immediately after shooting. Changing the Image Display Period after Shots Access the [Review image after shooting] screen. ●...
Page 84: Changing The Screen Displayed After Shots
ç Contents Changing the Screen Displayed after Shots Change the way images are displayed after shots as follows. Set [Display Time] to [2 sec.], [4 sec.], [8 sec.], or [Hold] (= 83). Configure the setting. ● Press the [ ][ ] buttons to choose [Display Info].
Page 85: Other Shooting Modes
ç Contents Other Shooting Modes Shoot more effectively in various scenes, and take shots enhanced with unique image effects or captured using special functions...
Page 86 ç Contents Brightness / Color Customization (Live View Control) Still Images Movies Image brightness or colors when shooting can be easily customized as follows. Enter [ ] mode. ● Press the [ ] button several times until [ ] is displayed. Configure the setting.
Page 87: Specific Scenes
ç Contents Specific Scenes Choose a mode matching the shooting scene, and the camera will automatically configure the settings for optimal shots. Choose a shooting mode. ● Press the [ ] button several times until [ ] is displayed. ● Press the [ ] button, choose ] in the menu, and choose the desired option ( = 47).
Page 88 ç Contents Shooting with Snowy Backgrounds (Snow) Still Images Movies ● Bright, natural-colored shots of people against snowy backgrounds. Shooting Fireworks (Fireworks) Still Images Movies ● Vivid shots of fireworks. ● In [ ] mode, mount the camera on a tripod or take other measures to keep it still and prevent camera shake.
Page 89: Applying Special Effects
ç Contents Applying Special Effects Add a variety of effects to images when shooting. Choose a shooting mode. ● Follow step 1 in “Specific Scenes” ( = 87) to choose a shooting mode. Shoot. Shooting in Vivid Colors (Super Vivid) Still Images Movies ●...
Page 90: Level
ç Contents Shooting with a Fish-Eye Lens Effect (Fish-Eye Effect) Still Images Movies Shoot with the distorting effect of a fish-eye lens. Choose [ ]. ● Follow step 1 in “Specific Scenes” ( = 87) and choose [ Choose an effect level. ●...
Page 91 ç Contents Shots Resembling Miniature Models (Miniature Effect) Still Images Movies Creates the effect of a miniature model, by blurring image areas above and below your selected area. You can also make movies that look like scenes in miniature models by choosing the playback speed before the movie is recorded.
Page 92: Playback Speed And Estimated Playback Time
ç Contents Return to the shooting screen and shoot. ● Press the [ ] button to return to the shooting screen, and then shoot. Playback Speed and Estimated Playback Time (for One-Minute Clips) Speed Playback Time Approx. 12 sec. Approx. 6 sec. Approx.
Page 93 ç Contents Shooting with a Toy Camera Effect (Toy Camera Effect) Still Images Movies This effect makes images resemble shots from a toy camera by vignetting (darker, blurred image corners) and changing the overall color. Choose [ ● Follow step 1 in “Specific Scenes” ( = 87) and choose [ Choose a color tone.
Page 94 ç Contents Shooting in Monochrome Still Images Movies Shoot images in black and white, sepia, or blue and white. Choose [ ● Follow step 1 in “Specific Scenes” ( = 87) and choose [ Choose a color tone. ● Press the [ ] button, press the [ ][ ] buttons to choose a color tone, and then press the...
Page 95: Special Modes For Other Purposes
ç Contents Special Modes for Other Purposes Using the Face Self-Timer Still Images Movies The camera will shoot about two seconds after detecting that the face of another person (such as the photographer) has entered the shooting area ( = 113). This is useful when including yourself in group photos or similar shots.
Page 96 ç Contents Join the subjects in the shooting area and look at the camera. ● After the camera detects a new face, the lamp blinking and self-timer sound will speed up. (When the flash fires, the lamp will remain lit.) About two seconds later, the camera will shoot.
Page 97 ç Contents Shooting Long Exposures (Long Shutter) Still Images Movies Specify a shutter speed of 1 – 15 seconds to shoot long exposures. In this case, mount the camera on a tripod or take other measures to prevent camera shake. Choose [ ].
Page 98 ç Contents ● On-screen image brightness in step 3, when you pressed the shutter button halfway, may not match the brightness of your shots. ● With shutter speeds of 1.3 seconds or slower, there will be a delay before you can shoot again, as the camera processes images to reduce noise.
Page 99 ç Contents P Mode More discerning shots, in your preferred shooting style ● Instructions in this chapter apply to the camera when set to [ ] mode. ● [ ]: Program AE; AE: Auto Exposure ● Before using a function introduced in this chapter in modes other than [ ], make sure the function is available in that mode ( = 228).
Page 100 ç Contents Shooting in Program AE ([P] Mode) Still Images Movies You can customize many function settings to suit your preferred shooting style. Enter [ ] mode. ● Follow step 1 in “Specific Scenes” ( = 87) and choose [ ]. Customize the settings as desired (= 101 –...
Page 101 ç Contents Image Brightness (Exposure) Adjusting Image Brightness (Exposure Compensation) Still Images Movies The standard exposure set by the camera can be adjusted in 1/3- stop increments, in a range of –2 to +2. ● Press the [ ] button. As you watch the screen, press the [ ][ ] buttons to adjust brightness.
Page 102 ç Contents Locking Image Brightness / Exposure (AE Lock) Still Images Movies Before shooting, you can lock the exposure, or you can specify focus and exposure separately. Lock the exposure. ● Aim the camera at the subject to shoot with the exposure locked. With the shutter button pressed halfway, press the [ ] button.
Page 103 ç Contents Changing the Metering Method Still Images Movies Adjust the metering method (how brightness is measured) to suit shooting conditions as follows. ● Press the [ ] button, choose [ in the menu, and choose the desired option (= 47). ●...
Page 104 ç Contents Changing the ISO Speed Still Images Movies ● Press the [ ] button, choose [ ] in the menu, and choose the desired option ( = 47). ● The option you configured is now displayed. Automatically adjusts the ISO speed to suit the AUTO shooting mode and conditions.
Page 105 ç Contents Correcting Image Brightness (i-Contrast) Still Images Movies Before shooting, excessively bright or dark image areas (such as faces or backgrounds) can be detected and automatically adjusted to the optimal brightness. Insufficient overall image contrast can also be automatically corrected before shooting to make subjects stand out better.
Page 106: Image Colors
ç Contents Image Colors Adjusting White Balance Still Images Movies By adjusting white balance (WB), you can make image colors look more natural for the scene you are shooting. ● Press the [ ] button, choose ] in the menu, and choose the desired option ( = 47).
Page 107: Custom White Balance
ç Contents Custom White Balance Still Images Movies For image colors that look natural under the light in your shot, adjust white 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 108 ç Contents – My Colors Off Emphasizes contrast and color Vivid saturation, making images sharper. Tones down contrast and color Neutral saturation for subdued images. Sepia Creates sepia tone images. Creates black and white images. Combines the effects of Vivid Blue, Vivid Green, and Vivid Red to produce Positive Film intense yet natural-looking colors...
Page 109: Custom Color
ç Contents White balance ( = 106) cannot be set in [ ● ] or [ ] modes. ● ] modes, colors other than people’s skin tone With [ ] and [ may change. These settings may not produce the expected results with some skin tones.
Page 110: Shooting Range And Focusing
ç Contents Shooting Range and Focusing Shooting Close-Ups (Macro) Still Images Movies To restrict the focus to subjects at close range, set the camera to [ ]. For details on the focusing range, see “Shooting Range” ( = 247). ● Press the [ ] button, press the [ ][ ] buttons to choose [ ], and then press the [ ] button.
Page 111 ç Contents Shooting Distant Subjects (Infinity) Still Images Movies To restrict the focus to distant subjects, set the camera to [ ]. For details on the focusing range, see “Shooting Range” ( = 247). ● Press the [ ] button, press the [ ][ ] buttons to choose [ ], and then press the [ ] button.
Page 112 ç Contents ● The digital tele-converter cannot be used with digital zoom ( = 64) or AF-point zoom ( = 78). ● The shutter speed may be equivalent when you move the zoom lever all the way toward [ ] for maximum telephoto, and when you zoom in to enlarge the subject to the same size following step 2 in “Zooming In Closer on Subjects (Digital Zoom)”...
Page 113: Face Aiaf
ç Contents ● To reduce the AF frame size, press the [ ] button and set ] tab to [Small] ( = 49). [AF Frame Size] on the [ ● The AF frame size is set to [Normal] when you use the digital zoom ( = 64) or digital tele-converter ( = 111).
Page 114 ç Contents ● If faces are not detected, or when only gray frames are displayed (without a white frame), up to nine green frames are displayed in the areas in focus when you press the shutter button halfway. If faces are not detected when Servo AF ( = 116) is set to [On], ●...
Page 115 ç Contents Choose a subject to focus on. ● Aim the camera so that [ ] is on the desired subject, and then press the [ ] button. ● When the subject is detected, the camera beeps and [ ] is displayed.
Page 116: Shooting With Servo Af
ç Contents [Servo AF] ( = 116) is set to [On] and cannot be changed. ● ● Tracking may not be possible when subjects are too small or move too rapidly, or when subject color or brightness matches that of the background too closely. ] tab ( = 49) is not available.
Page 117 ç Contents ● Focusing may not be possible in some shooting conditions. ● In low-light conditions, Servo AF may not be activated (AF frames may not turn blue) when you press the shutter button halfway. In this case, the focus and exposure are set according to the specified AF frame mode.
Page 118 ç Contents Helps avoid missing sudden photo opportunities, because the camera constantly focuses on subjects until you press the shutter button halfway. Conserves battery power, because the camera does not focus constantly. Shooting with the AF Lock Still Images Movies The focus can be locked.
Page 119 ç Contents Flash Changing the Flash Mode Still Images Movies You can change the flash mode to match the shooting scene. For details on the flash range, see “Flash Range” ( = 246). Lift the flash. Configure the setting. ● Press the [ ] button, press the [ ][ ] buttons to choose a flash mode, and then press the [ ]...
Page 120: Slow Synchro
ç Contents Fires for each shot. Slow Synchro Fires to illuminate the main subject (such as people) while shooting at a slower shutter speed to illuminate backgrounds out of flash range. ● In [ ] mode, mount the camera on a tripod or take other measures to keep it still and prevent camera shake.
Page 121 ç Contents Shooting with the FE Lock Still Images Movies Just as with the AE lock ( = 102), you can lock the exposure for the flash shots. Lift the flash and set the flash to [ ] (= 119). Lock the flash exposure.
Page 122: (Image Quality)
ç Contents Other Settings Changing the Compression Ratio (Image Quality) Still Images Movies Choose from two compression ratios, [ ] (Super Fine) and [ ] (Fine), as follows. For guidelines on how many shots at each compression ratio can fit on a memory card, see “Number of Shots per Memory Card”...
Page 123 ç Contents Changing the IS Mode Settings Still Images Movies Access the setting screen. ● Press the [ ] button, choose [IS Settings] on the [ tab, and then press the [ ] button ( = 49). Configure the setting. ●...
Page 124 ç Contents Shooting Movies with Subjects at the Same Size Shown before Shooting Still Images Movies Normally, once movie recording begins, the image display area changes and subjects are enlarged to allow for correction of significant camera shake. To shoot subjects at the same size shown before shooting, you can choose not to reduce significant camera shake.
Page 125: Playback Mode
ç Contents Playback Mode Have fun reviewing your shots, and browse or edit them in many ways ● To prepare the camera for these operations, press the ] button to enter Playback mode. ● It may not be possible to play back or edit images that were renamed or already edited on a computer, or images from other cameras.
Page 126 ç Contents Viewing Still Images Movies After shooting images or movies, you can view them on the screen as follows. Enter Playback mode. ● Press the [ ] button. ● Your last shot is displayed. Browse through your images. ● To view the previous image, press the [ ] button.
Page 127 ç Contents ● To access this screen (Scroll Display mode), press and hold the [ ][ ] buttons for at least one second. In this mode, press the [ ][ ] buttons to browse through images. ● To return to single-image display, press the [ ] button.
Page 128 ç Contents Adjust the volume. ● Press the [ ][ ] buttons to adjust the volume. ● To adjust the volume when the volume indicator (1) is no longer displayed, press the [ ][ ] buttons. ( 1 ) Pause playback. ●...
Page 129 ç Contents Switching Display Modes Still Images Movies Press the [ ] button to view other information on the screen, or to hide the information. For details on the information displayed, see “Playback (Detailed Information Display)” ( = 226). No Information Display Simple Information Display Detailed Information Display...
Page 130 ç Contents Overexposure Warning (for Image Highlights) Still Images Movies Washed-out highlights in the image flash on the screen in detailed information display ( = 129). Histogram Still Images Movies ● The graph in detailed information display ( = 129) is a histogram showing the distribution of brightness in the image.
Page 131: Browsing And Filtering Images
ç Contents Browsing and Filtering Images Navigating through Images in an Index Still Images Movies By displaying multiple images in an index, you can quickly find the images you are looking for. Display images in an index. ● Move the zoom lever toward ] to display images in an index.
Page 132 ç Contents Finding Images Matching Specified Conditions Still Images Movies Find desired images quickly on a memory card full of images by filtering image display according to your specified conditions. You can also protect ( = 139) or delete ( = 144) these images all at once. People Displays images with detected faces.
Page 133 ç Contents ● When the camera has found no corresponding images for some conditions, those conditions will not be available. ● To show or hide information, press the [ ] button in step 2. ● Options for viewing the images found (in step 2) include “Navigating through Images in an Index”...
Page 134: Image Viewing Options
ç Contents Image Viewing Options Magnifying Images Still Images Movies Magnify an image. ● Moving the zoom lever toward [ ] will zoom in and magnify the image, and [ ] is displayed. You can magnify images up to about 10x by continuing to hold the zoom lever.
Page 135 ç Contents Move the display position and switch images as needed. ● To move the display position, press the [ ][ ][ ][ ] buttons. ● While [ ] is displayed, you can switch to [ ] by pressing the [ ] button. To switch to other images while zoomed, press the [ ][ ] buttons.
Page 136: Changing Slideshow Settings
ç Contents The camera’s power-saving functions ( = 44) are deactivated ● during slideshows. ● To pause or resume slideshows, press the [ ] button. ● You can switch to other images during playback by pressing the [ ][ ] buttons. For fast-forward or fast-rewind, hold the [ ][ ] buttons down.
Page 137 ç Contents ● [Play Time] cannot be modified when [Bubble] is chosen in [Effect]. Auto Playback of Related Images (Smart Shuffle) Still Images Movies Based on the current image, the camera offers four images that you may wish to view. After you choose to view one of those images, the camera offers four more images.
Page 138 ç Contents Choose an image. ● Press the [ ][ ][ ][ ] buttons to choose the image you want to view next. ● Your chosen image is displayed in the center, surrounded by the next four candidate images. ● For full-screen display of the center image, press the [ ] button.
Page 139: Protecting Images
ç Contents Protecting Images Still Images Movies Protect important images to prevent accidental erasure by the camera ( = 144). ● Press the [ ] button, and then choose [ ] in the menu ( = 47). [Protected] is displayed. ●...
Page 140 ç Contents Using the Menu Access the setting screen. ● Press the [ ] button and choose [Protect] on the [ ] tab ( = 49). Choose a selection method. ● Choose a menu item and an option as desired ( = 49). ●...
Page 141 ç Contents Choose an image. ● Press the [ ][ ] buttons to choose an image, and then press the [ ] button. [ ] is displayed. ● To cancel selection, press the [ ] button again. [ ] is no longer displayed.
Page 142 ç Contents Choose a starting image. ● Press the [ ] button. ● Press the [ ][ ] buttons to choose an image, and then press the [ ] button. Choose an ending image. ● Press the [ ] button to choose [Last image], and then press the [ ] button.
Page 143: Clearing All Protection At Once
ç Contents Protect the images. ● Press the [ ] button to choose [Protect], and then press the [ ] button. ● To cancel protection for groups of images, choose [Unlock] in step 4. Protecting All Images at Once Choose [Protect All Images]. ●...
Page 144 ç Contents Erasing Images Still Images Movies You can choose and erase unneeded images one by one. Be careful when erasing images, because they cannot be recovered. However, protected images ( = 139) cannot be erased. Choose an image to erase. ●...
Page 145 ç Contents Erasing Multiple Images at Once You can choose multiple images to erase at once. Be careful when erasing images, because they cannot be recovered. However, protected images ( = 139) cannot be erased. Choosing a Selection Method Access the setting screen. ●...
Page 146: Choosing Images Individually
ç Contents Choosing Images Individually Choose [Select]. ● Following step 2 in “Choosing a Selection Method” ( = 145), choose [Select] and press the [ ] button. Choose an image. ● Once you choose an image following step 2 in “Choosing Images Individually”...
Page 147: Selecting A Range
ç Contents Selecting a Range Choose [Select Range]. ● Following step 2 in “Choosing a Selection Method” ( = 145), choose [Select Range] and press the [ ] button. Choose images. ● Follow steps 2 – 3 in “Selecting a Range” ( = 141) to specify images.
Page 148: Specifying All Images At Once
ç Contents Specifying All Images at Once Choose [Select All Images]. ● Following step 2 in “Choosing a Selection Method” ( = 145), choose [Select All Images] and press the [ ] button. Erase the images. ● Press the [ ][ ] buttons to choose [OK], and then press the [ ] button.
Page 149: Rotating Images
ç Contents Rotating Images Still Images Movies Change the orientation of images and save them as follows. Choose [ ]. ● Press the [ ] button, and then choose [ ] in the menu ( = 47). Rotate the image. ●...
Page 150 ç Contents Using the Menu Choose [Rotate]. ● Press the [ ] button and choose [Rotate] on the [ ] tab ( = 49). Rotate the image. ● Press the [ ][ ] buttons to choose an image. ● The image is rotated 90° each time you press the [ ] button.
Page 151 ç Contents Deactivating Auto Rotation Follow these steps to deactivate automatic image rotation, which rotates images based on the current camera orientation. ● Press the [ ] button, choose [Auto Rotate] on the ] tab, and then choose [Off] ( = 49). Images cannot be rotated ( = 149) when you set [Auto Rotate] ●...
Page 152: Tagging Images As Favorites
ç Contents Tagging Images as Favorites Still Images Movies You can organize images by tagging them as favorites. By choosing a category in filtered playback, you can restrict the following operations to all of those images. “Viewing” ( = 126), “Viewing Slideshows” ( = 135), ●...
Page 153 ç Contents Choose an image. ● Press the [ ][ ] buttons to choose an image, and then press the [ ] button. [ ] is displayed. ● To untag the image, press the [ ] button again. [ ] is no longer displayed.
Page 154: Editing Still Images
ç Contents Editing Still Images Image editing ( = 154 – = 161) is only available when the ● memory card has sufficient free space. Resizing Images Still Images Movies Save a copy of images at a lower resolution. Choose [Resize]. ●...
Page 155 ç Contents Save the new image. ● Press the [ ][ ] buttons to choose [OK], and then press the [ ] button. ● The image is now saved as a new file. Review the new image. ● Press the [ ] button.
Page 156: Cropping
ç Contents Cropping Still Images Movies You can specify a portion of an image to save as a separate image file. Choose [Cropping]. ● Press the [ ] button, and then choose [Cropping] on the ] tab ( = 49). Choose an image.
Page 157 ç Contents ● Faces detected in the image are enclosed in gray frames in the upper-left image. To crop the image based on this frame, press the [ ] button to switch to the other frame. ● Press the [ ] button.
Page 158 ç Contents Changing Image Color Tones (My Colors) Still Images Movies You can adjust image colors and then save the edited image as a separate file. For details on each option, see “Changing Image Color Tones (My Colors)” ( = 107). Choose [My Colors].
Page 159 ç Contents ● The color of images edited using this function may vary slightly from the color of images shot using My Colors ( = 107). Correcting Image Brightness (i-Contrast) Still Images Movies Excessively dark image areas (such as faces or backgrounds) can be detected and automatically adjusted to the optimal brightness.
Page 160 ç Contents Save as a new image and review. ● Follow steps 4 – 5 in “Resizing Images” ( = 154). ● For some images, correction may be inaccurate or may cause images to appear grainy. ● Images may look grainy after repeated editing using this function. ●...
Page 161 ç Contents Correct the image. ● Press the [ ] button. ● Red-eye detected by the camera is now corrected, and frames are displayed around corrected image areas. ● Enlarge or reduce images as needed. Follow the steps in “Magnifying Images” ( = 134). Save as a new image and review.
Page 162: Editing Movies
ç Contents Editing Movies Still Images Movies You can cut movies to remove unneeded portions at the beginning or end. Choose [ ]. ● Following steps 1 – 5 in “Viewing” ( = 126), choose [ ] and press the [ ] button. ●...
Page 163: Save The Edited Movie
ç Contents Review the edited movie. ● Press the [ ][ ] buttons to choose [ ], and then press the [ ] button. The edited movie is now played. ● To edit the movie again, repeat step 2. ● To cancel editing, press the [ ][ ] buttons to choose [ ].
Page 164: Setting Menu
ç Contents Setting Menu Customize or adjust basic camera functions for greater convenience...
Page 165: Adjusting Basic Camera Functions
ç Contents Adjusting Basic Camera Functions MENU ( = 49) functions on the [ ] tab can be configured. Customize commonly used functions as desired, for greater convenience. Silencing Camera Operations Silence camera sounds and movies as follows. ● Choose [Mute], and then choose [On].
Page 166 ç Contents Adjusting the Volume Adjust the volume of individual camera sounds as follows. ● Choose [Volume], and then press the [ ] button. ● Choose an item, and then press the [ ][ ] buttons to adjust the volume. Hiding Hints and Tips Hints and tips are normally shown when you choose FUNC.
Page 167: World Clock
ç Contents Date and Time Adjust the date and time as follows. ● Choose [Date/Time], and then press the [ ] button. ● Press the [ ][ ] buttons to choose an option, and then press the [ ][ ] buttons to adjust the setting.
Page 168 ç Contents ● To set daylight saving time (1 hour ahead), choose [ ] by pressing the [ ][ ] buttons, and then choose ] by pressing the [ ][ ] buttons. ● Press the [ ] button. Switch to the destination time zone.
Page 169 ç Contents Using Eco Mode This function allows you to conserve battery power in Shooting mode. When the camera is not in use, the screen quickly darkens to reduce battery consumption. Configure the setting. ● Choose [Eco Mode], and then choose [On].
Page 170 ç Contents Power-Saving Adjustment Adjust the timing of automatic camera and screen deactivation (Auto Power Down and Display Off, respectively) as needed ( = 44). ● Choose [Power Saving], and then press the [ ] button. ● After choosing an item, press the [ ][ ] buttons to adjust it as needed.
Page 171 ç Contents Screen Brightness Adjust screen brightness as follows. ● Choose [LCD Brightness], and then press the [ ][ ] buttons to adjust the brightness. ● For maximum brightness, press and hold the [ ] button for at least one second when the shooting screen is displayed or when in single-image display.
Page 172: Format The Memory Card
ç Contents Formatting Memory Cards Before using a new memory card or a card formatted in another device, you should format the card with this camera. Formatting erases all data on a memory card. Before formatting, copy images on the memory card to a computer, or take other steps to back them up.
Page 173 ç Contents ● Formatting or erasing data on a memory card only changes file management information on the card and does not erase the data completely. When transferring or disposing of memory cards, take steps to protect personal information if necessary, as by physically destroying cards.
Page 174 ç Contents ● Low-level formatting takes longer than “Formatting Memory Cards” ( = 172), because data is erased from all storage regions of the memory card. ● You can cancel low-level formatting in progress by choosing [Stop]. In this case, all data will be erased, but the memory card can be used normally.
Page 175 ç Contents ● Regardless of the option selected in this setting, shots may be numbered consecutively after the last number of existing images on newly inserted memory cards. To start saving shots from 0001, use an empty (or formatted ( = 172)) memory card. Refer to “Software Instruction Manual”...
Page 176 ç Contents Checking Certification Logos Some logos for certification requirements met by the camera can be viewed on the screen. Other certification logos are printed in this guide, on the camera packaging, or on the camera body. ● Choose [Certification Logo Display], and then press the [ ] button.
Page 177: Restore Default Settings
ç Contents Adjusting Other Settings The following settings can also be adjusted on the [ ] tab. [Video System] ( = 184) ● [Eye-Fi Settings] ( = 211) ● Restoring Defaults If you accidentally change a setting, you can restore default camera settings.
Page 178 ç Contents Accessories Enjoy the camera in more ways with optional Canon accessories and other compatible accessories sold separately...
Page 179: System Map
USB Cable (camera end: Mini-B)* Memory Card Card Reader Computer Power Cables AV Cable AVC-DC400 TV/Video System AC Adapter Kit Flash Unit PictBridge-Compatible Printers ACK-DC90 High-Power Flash HF-DC2 Also available for purchase separately. A genuine Canon accessory is also available (Interface Cable IFC-400PCU).
Page 180 This product is designed to achieve excellent performance when used with genuine Canon accessories. Canon shall not be liable for any damage to this product and/or accidents such as fire, etc., caused by the malfunction of non- genuine Canon accessories (e.g., a leakage and/or explosion of a battery pack).
Page 181: Optional Accessories
ç Contents Optional Accessories The following camera accessories are sold separately. Note that availability varies by area, and some accessories may no longer be available. Power Supplies Battery Pack NB-11LH ● Rechargeable lithium-ion battery Battery Charger CB-2LF/CB-2LFE ● Charger for Battery Pack NB-11LH ●...
Page 182 ç Contents AC Adapter Kit ACK-DC90 ● For powering the camera using household power. Recommended when using the camera over extended periods, or when connecting the camera to a printer or computer. Cannot be used to charge the battery pack in the camera.
Page 183 AV Cable AVC-DC400 ● Connect the camera to a TV to enjoy playback on the larger TV screen. Printer Canon-Brand PictBridge- Compatible Printers ● Even without using a computer, you can print images by connecting the camera directly to a printer.
Page 184: Using Optional Accessories
ç Contents Using Optional Accessories Still Images Movies Playback on a TV Still Images Movies Connecting the camera to a TV with the AV Cable AVC-DC400 (sold separately) enables you to view your shots on the larger screen of the TV as you control the camera. For details on connection or how to switch inputs, refer to the TV manual.
Page 185: Turn The Camera On
ç Contents ● On the camera, open the terminal cover and insert the cable plug fully into the camera terminal. Turn the TV on and switch to video input. ● Switch the TV input to the video input you connected the cable to in step 2.
Page 186 ç Contents Powering the Camera with Household Power Still Images Movies Powering the camera with AC Adapter Kit ACK-DC90 (sold separately) eliminates the need to monitor the remaining battery level. Make sure the camera is off. Open the cover. ● ( 2 ) Follow step 1 in “Inserting the Battery Pack and Memory Card”...
Page 187 ç Contents Close the cover. ( 1 ) ● Lower the cover (1) and hold it down as you slide it, until it clicks ( 2 ) into the closed position (2). Connect the power cord. ● Insert the adapter plug into the end of the coupler cable.
Page 188: Using The Software
ç Contents Using the Software The software available for download from the Canon website is introduced below, with instructions for installation and saving images to a computer. Software After downloading the software from the Canon website and installing it, you can do the following things on your computer.
Page 189 ç Contents Checking Your Computer Environment The software can be used on the following computers. For detailed system requirements and compatibility information, including support in new operating systems, visit the Canon website. Windows Mac OS Operating Windows 8/8.1 Mac OS X 10.9...
Page 190 ç Contents Install the files. ● Click [Easy Installation] and follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation process. ● Installation may take some time, depending on computer performance and the Internet connection. ● Click [Finish] or [Restart] on the screen after installation.
Page 191 ç Contents Saving Images to a Computer Windows 7 and Mac OS X 10.8 are used here for the sake of illustration. For other functions, refer to the help system of the relevant software (some software excluded). Connect the camera to the computer.
Page 192 ● In the screen that displays, click the ] link to modify the program. ● Choose [Downloads Images From Canon Camera] and then click [OK]. ● Double-click [ Save the images to the computer. ● Click [Import Images from Camera], and then click [Import Untransferred Images].
Page 193 ç Contents ● Windows 7: If the screen in step 2 is not displayed, click the [ icon in the taskbar. ● Mac OS: If CameraWindow is not displayed after step 2, click the [CameraWindow] icon in the Dock. ● Although you can save images to a computer simply by connecting your camera to the computer without using the software, the following limitations apply.
Page 194: Printing Images
A Canon SELPHY CP series compact photo printer is used here for the sake of illustration. Screens displayed and available functions vary by printer. Also refer to the printer manual for additional information.
Page 195 ç Contents Connect the camera to the printer. ● Open the terminal cover. Holding the smaller cable plug in the orientation shown, insert the plug fully into the camera terminal. ● Connect the larger cable plug to the printer. For other connection details, refer to the printer manual.
Page 196: Configure The Settings
5 after printing is finished. ● When you are finished printing, turn the camera and printer off and disconnect the cable. ● For Canon-brand PictBridge-compatible printers (sold separately), see “Printer” ( = 183). Configuring Print Settings Still Images Movies Access the printing screen.
Page 197 ç Contents Default Matches current printer settings. Date Prints images with the date added. Prints images with the file number File No. added. Prints images with both the date and Both file number added. – Default Matches current printer settings. –...
Page 198: Cropping Images Before Printing
ç Contents Cropping Images before Printing Still Images Movies By cropping images before printing, you can print a desired image area instead of the entire image. Choose [Cropping]. ● After following step 1 in “Configuring Print Settings” ( = 196) to access the printing screen, choose [Cropping] and press the [ ] button.
Page 199: Choosing Paper Size And Layout Before Printing
ç Contents ● Cropping may not be possible at small image sizes, or at some aspect ratios. ● Dates may not be printed correctly if you crop images shot with [Date Stamp ] selected. Choosing Paper Size and Layout before Printing Still Images Movies Choose [Paper Settings].
Page 200: Available Layout Options
ç Contents Choose a layout. ● Press the [ ][ ] buttons to choose an option. ● When choosing [N-up], press the [ ][ ] buttons to specify the number of images per sheet. ● Press the [ ] button. Print the image.
Page 201 ç Contents Printing ID Photos Still Images Movies Choose [ID Photo]. ● Following steps 1 – 4 in “Choosing Paper Size and Layout before Printing” ( = 199), choose [ID Photo] and press the [ ] button. Choose the long and short side length.
Page 202: Movie Printing Options
[Caption] to [On]. ● To cancel printing, press the [ ] button, choose [OK], and then press the [ ] button again. ● [ID Photo] and [Sequence] cannot be chosen on Canon-brand PictBridge-compatible printers from CP720/CP730 and earlier models.
Page 203: Configuring Print Settings
ç Contents Adding Images to the Print List (DPOF) Still Images Movies Batch printing ( = 207) and ordering prints from a photo development service can be set up on the camera. Choose up to 998 images on a memory card and configure relevant settings, such as the number of copies, as follows.
Page 204 Specifying [Index] will prevent you from choosing [On] for both [Date] and [File No.] at the same time. ● Index printing is not available on some Canon-brand PictBridge- compatible printers (sold separately). ● The date is printed in a format matching setting details in [Date/ ] tab ( = 31).
Page 205: Setting Up Printing For Individual Images
ç Contents Setting Up Printing for Individual Images Still Images Movies Choose [Select Images & Qty.]. ● Press the [ ] button, choose [Select Images & Qty.] on the [ ] tab, and then press the [ ] button. Choose an image. ●...
Page 206: Setting Up Printing For A Range Of Images
ç Contents Setting Up Printing for a Range of Images Still Images Movies ● Following step 1 in “Setting Up Printing for Individual Images” ( = 205), choose [Select Range] and press the [ ] button. ● Follow steps 2 – 3 in “Selecting a Range”...
Page 207: Clearing All Images From The Print List
ç Contents Clearing All Images from the Print List ● Following step 1 in “Setting Up Printing for Individual Images” ( = 205), choose [Clear All Selections] and press the [ ] button. ● Press the [ ][ ] buttons to choose [OK], and then press the [ ] button.
Page 208 ç Contents Adding Images to a Photobook Still Images Movies Photobooks can be set up on the camera by choosing up to 998 images on a memory card and importing them into the software on your computer, where they are stored in their own folder. This is convenient when ordering printed photobooks online or printing photobooks with your own printer.
Page 209: Adding Images Individually
ç Contents Adding Images Individually Still Images Movies Choose [Select]. ● Following the procedure in “Choosing a Selection Method” ( = 208), choose [Select] and press the [ ] button. Choose an image. ● Press the [ ][ ] buttons to choose an image, and then press the [ ] button.
Page 210: Adding All Images To A Photobook
ç Contents Adding All Images to a Photobook Still Images Movies ● Following the procedure in “Choosing a Selection Method” ( = 208), choose [Select All Images] and press the [ ] button. ● Press the [ ][ ] buttons to choose [OK], and then press the [ ] button.
Page 211 ç Contents Using an Eye-Fi Card Still Images Movies Before using an Eye-Fi card, always confirm that local use is permitted ( = 3). Inserting a prepared Eye-Fi card enables automatic wireless transfer of images to a computer or uploading to a photo-sharing website. Images are transferred by the Eye-Fi card.
Page 212 ç Contents Connection status of Eye-Fi cards in the camera can be checked on the shooting screen (in regular information display mode) or playback screen (in simple information display mode). Not connected (Gray) Connecting (Blinking white) Connected (White) Transfer in progress* (Animated) Interrupted Not communicating...
Page 213 ç Contents Disabling Eye-Fi Transfer Configure the setting as follows to disable Eye-Fi transfer by the card, if necessary. ● Press the [ ] button, choose [Eye-Fi Settings] on the ] tab, and then press the [ ] button. ● Choose [Eye-Fi trans.], and then choose [Disable].
Page 214 ç Contents Appendix Helpful information when using the camera...
Page 215: Troubleshooting
Close the cover, turn the camera on, and then turn it off again ( = 28). The battery pack is swollen. ● Battery swelling is normal and does not pose any safety concerns. However, if battery swelling prevents the battery pack from fitting in the camera, contact a Canon Customer Support Help Desk.
Page 216 ç Contents Display on a TV Camera images look distorted or not displayed on a TV ( = 184). Shooting Cannot shoot. In Playback mode ( = 125), press the shutter button halfway ( = 45). ● Strange display on the screen under low light ( = 46). Strange display on the screen when shooting.
Page 217 ç Contents Shots are out of focus. ● Press the shutter button halfway to focus on subjects before pressing it all the way down to shoot ( = 45). Make sure subjects are within focusing range ( = 247). ● Set [AF-assist Beam] to [On] ( = 81).
Page 218 ç Contents Shots look grainy. Lower the ISO speed ( = 104). ● Subjects are affected by red-eye ( = 74). Set [Red-Eye Lamp] to [On] ( = 82) to activate the red-eye reduction ● lamp ( = 4) in flash shots. Note that while the red-eye reduction lamp is on (for about one second), it is not possible to shoot, because the lamp is counteracting red-eye.
Page 219 ç Contents Zooming is not possible. ] mode ( = 91). ● Zooming is not possible when shooting movies in [ Playback Playback is not possible. ● Image or movie playback may not be possible if a computer is used to rename files or alter the folder structure.
Page 220 ç Contents Computer Cannot transfer images to a computer. ● When attempting to transfer images to the computer via a cable, try reducing the transfer speed as follows. Press the [ ] button to enter Playback mode. Hold the [ button down as you press the [ ] and [ ] buttons at the same time.
Page 221 If the same error message is displayed even after you have formatted a supported memory card ( = 3) and have inserted it facing the correct way ( = 28), contact a Canon Customer Support Help Desk. Insufficient space on card There is not enough free space on the memory card to shoot ( = 54, ●...
Page 222 This error may occur if the lens is held while it is moving, or when the camera is used in dusty or sandy locations. ● Frequent display of this error message may indicate camera damage. In this case, contact a Canon Customer Support Help Desk.
Page 223 ● Frequent display of this error message may indicate camera damage. In this case, write down the error number (Exx) and contact a Canon Customer Support Help Desk. File Error Correct printing ( = 194) may not be possible for photos from other ●...
Page 224 ç Contents On-Screen Information Shooting (Information Display) ( 28 ) ( 29 ) ( 9 )( 10 ) ( 11 ) ( 12 ) ( 13 ) ( 14 ) ( 15 ) ( 30 ) ( 1 ) ( 16 ) ( 2 ) ( 17 ) ( 3 )
Page 225: Battery Level
ç Contents (23) Grid lines ( = 77) (14) Digital zoom magnification ( = 64), Digital tele-converter (24) AE lock ( = 102), FE lock ( = 111) ( = 121) (15) Focusing range ( = 110, (25) Shutter speed = 111), AF lock ( = 118) (26) Aperture value (16) Shooting mode ( = 228),...
Page 226 ç Contents Playback (Detailed Information Display) ( 8 ) ( 9 )( 10 ) ( 11 ) ( 1 ) ( 12 ) ( 2 ) ( 13 ) ( 14 ) ( 3 ) ( 15 ) ( 4 ) ( 16 ) ( 5 ) ( 17 )
Page 227: Summary Of Movie Control Panel
ç Contents (21) Protection ( = 139) (24) Red-eye correction (22) Favorites ( = 152) ( = 74, = 160) (23) My Colors ( = 107, = 158) (25) Shooting date/time ( = 31) ● Some information may not be displayed when viewing images on a TV ( = 184).
Page 228: Functions And Menu Tables
ç Contents Functions and Menu Tables Available or automatically set functions are indicated by black icons, such as Unavailable functions are indicated by gray icons, such as Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode Exposure Compensation ( = 101) Self-Timer ( = 66) Self-Timer Settings ( = 68) Flash ( = 119)
Page 229 ç Contents AE Lock/FE Lock ( = 102, = 121)* AF Lock ( = 118) Focusing Range ( = 110, = 111) Tracking AF ( = 114)
Page 230 ç Contents Change Display ( = 46) Settings [Dark ‒ Light]. Not available, but switches to [ ] in some cases. ] flash mode. FE lock not available in [ FUNC. Menu Metering Method ( = 103) My Colors ( = 107)
Page 231 ç Contents White Balance ( = 106) ISO Speed ( = 104) Drive Mode ( = 71) Still Image Aspect Ratio ( = 72)
Page 232 ç Contents Resolution ( = 73) Compression ( = 122)
Page 233 ç Contents Movie Quality ( = 75) White balance is not available. Set in a range of 1 – 5: contrast, sharpness, color saturation, red, green, blue, and skin tone. Synchronizes with the aspect ratio setting and is automatically set ( = 92).
Page 234 ç Contents Small Digital Zoom ( = 64) Standard 1.6x/2.0x AF-Point Zoom ( = 78) Servo AF ( = 116)
Page 235 ç Contents Off* Continuous AF ( = 117) AF-assist Beam ( = 81) Flash Settings ( = 74, = 82) Red-Eye Corr.
Page 236 ç Contents Red-Eye Lamp On/Off i-Contrast ( = 105) Auto Review image after shooting ( = 83) Display Time Off/Quick/2 sec./4 sec./8 sec./Hold Display Info Off/Detailed Blink Detection ( = 79)
Page 237 ç Contents Grid Lines ( = 77) On/Off IS Settings ( = 123) IS Mode Continuous/Off Shoot Only Dynamic IS...
Page 238 ç Contents Date Stamp ( = 69) Date / Date & Time Operation when no faces are detected varies by shooting mode. Available when the AF frame is set to [Center]. [On] when subject movement is detected in [ ] mode.
Page 239 ç Contents Set Up Tab Item Ref. Page = 165 Mute = 166 Volume = 166 Hints & Tips = 31 Date/Time = 167 Time Zone = 168 Lens Retraction = 169 Eco Mode = 44, = 170 Power Saving = 171 LCD Brightness = 171...
Page 240 ç Contents Playback Tab Item Ref. Page = 135 Slideshow = 144 Erase = 139 Protect = 149 Rotate = 152 Favorites = 208 Photobook Set-up = 159 i-Contrast = 160 Red-Eye Correction = 156 Cropping = 154 Resize = 158 My Colors = 126 Transition...
Page 241 ç Contents Print Tab Item Ref. Page – Print = 205 Select Images & Qty. = 206 Select Range = 206 Select All Images = 207 Clear All Selections = 203 Print Settings Playback Mode FUNC. Menu Item Ref. Page = 149 Rotate = 139...
Page 242: Handling Precautions
● Use a blower brush to remove dust from the lens. If cleaning is difficult, contact a Canon Customer Support Help Desk. ● To prevent condensation from forming on the camera after sudden temperature changes (when the camera is transferred...
Page 243: Specifications
ç Contents Specifications Camera Specifications Camera Effective Approx. 16 million pixels Pixels (Max.) Lens Focal 30x zoom: 4.3 (W) – 129.0 (T) mm (35mm film equivalent: 24 (W) – 720 (T) mm) Length 3.0-type color TFT LCD LCD Monitor Effective Pixels: Approx. 230,000 dots Design rule for Camera File system, DPOF File Format (version 1.1) compliant...
Page 244: Digital Tele-Converter
ç Contents Digital Zoom Focal Length (35mm film equivalent) 24 – 2880 mm Digital Zoom [Standard] (Represents the combined focal length of optical and digital zoom.) 38.4 ‒ 1152.0 mm Digital Tele-Converter 1.6x Digital Tele-Converter 2.0x 48.0 – 1440.0 mm Number of Shots/Recording Time, Playback Time Number of Shots Approx.
Page 245: Number Of Shots Per Memory Card
8M/3264x2448 3069 12391 4723 19064 (Medium 2) 3M/2048x1536 8469 34184 27291 110150 (Small) 0.3M/640x480 40937 165225 ● The values in the table are based on Canon measurement conditions and may change depending on the subject, memory card and camera settings.
Page 246: Recording Time Per Memory Card
4 hr. 49 min. 46 sec. 3 hr. 24 min. 26 sec. 13 hr. 45 min. 52 sec. ● The values in the table are based on Canon measurement conditions and may change depending on the subject, memory card and camera settings. ●...
Page 247: Shooting Range
ç Contents Shooting Range Shooting Focusing Maximum Wide Maximum Telephoto Mode Range Angle ( 0 cm (0.0 in.) – infinity 1.4 m (4.6 ft.) – infinity – 5 cm (2.0 in.) – infinity 1.4 m (4.6 ft.) – infinity Other 0 –...
Page 248 ç Contents Battery Pack NB-11LH Type: Rechargeable lithium-ion battery Nominal Voltage: 3.6 V DC Nominal Capacity: 800 mAh Charging Cycles: Approx. 300 times Operating Temperatures: 0 – 40 °C (32 – 104 °F) Dimensions: 34.6 x 40.1 x 5.2 mm (1.36 x 1.58 x 0.20 in.) Weight: Approx.
Page 249 ç Contents Index AC adapter kit ....182, 186 Camera Reset all ......177 Accessories ......181 CameraWindow (computer)... 188 AE lock ........102 Center (AF frame mode)..112 AF frames .......112 Clock........52 AF lock........118 Color (white balance)..... 106 Aspect ratio......72 Compression ratio AUTO mode (image quality) ....
Page 250 ç Contents DPOF ........203 Fish-eye effect (shooting mode) ....90 Flash Off........120 Eco mode ......169 On ........120 Editing Slow synchro ....120 Cropping ......156 Focusing i-Contrast ......159 AF frames ......112 My Colors ....... 158 AF lock ......118 Red-eye correction ..
Page 251 ç Contents Menu Basic operations ....49 i-Contrast ....... 105, 159 Table ....... 228 Image quality Metering method....103 → Compression ratio Miniature effect (image quality) (shooting mode) ....91 Images Monochrome Display period ....83 (shooting mode) ....94 Erasing ......
Page 252: Display Language
ç Contents Power saving ......44 Sepia tone images ....108 Printing ........194 Servo AF .........116 Program AE ......100 Shooting Shooting date/time Protecting ......139 → Date/time Shooting information ..224 Slideshow ......135 Red-eye correction ..74, 160 Smart Shuffle ......
Page 253 ç Contents Viewing ........39 Image search ....132 Index display ....131 Magnified display ... 134 Single-image display ..39 Slideshow ....... 135 Smart Shuffle ....137 TV display ...... 184 White balance (color)..... 106 World clock ......167 →...
Page 254: Trademarks And Licensing
Information subject to change without notice, as are product specifications and appearance. ● Illustrations and screenshots in this guide may differ slightly from the actual equipment. ● The above items notwithstanding, Canon cannot be held liable for any loss arising from the use of this product.

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