Page 1 Camera User Guide • Before use, be sure to read this guide, including the safety precautions. • This guide will familiarize you with how to use the camera correctly. • Keep the guide handy for future reference. ENGLISH...
Page 2 Package Contents Before use, make sure the following items are included in the package. If anything is missing, contact your camera dealer. Camera Battery Pack NB-9L Battery Charger (with terminal cover) CB-2LB/2LBE Interface Cable Wrist Strap IFC-400PCU WS-DC11 Getting Started DIGITAL CAMERA Warranty Card Solution Disk...
Page 3 • 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 of a camera or accessory, including memory cards, that results in the failure of an image to be recorded or to be recorded in a way that is machine readable.
Page 4 Part Names and Conventions in This Guide Lens Power button Zoom lever Mode switch Shooting: i (telephoto) / j (wide 1 (Playback) button angle) Lamp Playback: k (magnify) / g (index) Flash Shutter button Microphone Indicator Speaker • : Important information you should know •...
Page 5 Part Names and Conventions in This Guide Battery cover Movie button b (Exposure compensation) / Up button DC coupler terminal cover e (Macro) / Left button Tripod socket h (Flash) / Right button Screen (LCD monitor) l (Display) / Down button Memory card cover Strap mount FUNC /SET button...
Page 6: Table Of Contents
Contents On-Screen Messages....198 Appendix......193 On-Screen Information ....200 Troubleshooting ......194 Functions and Menu Tables ..204 Handling Precautions....197 Index..........212...
Page 7 Contents: Basic Operations Shoot Use camera-determined settings (Auto Mode) ......44 Shooting people well Portraits Against Snow Smooth Skin (p. 80) (p. 81) (p. 83) Matching specific scenes Night Scenes Low Light Under Water Fireworks (p. 80) (p. 81) (p. 81) (p.
Page 8 Contents Basic Operations View View images (Playback Mode) ........... 126 Automatic playback (Slideshow)..........136 On a TV ..................175 On a computer................27 Browse through images quickly..........130 Erase images................143 Shoot/View Movies Shoot movies................ 44, 101 View movies ................126 Fast-moving subjects, slow-motion playback ......
Page 9 If liquids or foreign objects come into contact with the camera interior, immediately turn the camera off and remove the battery. If the battery charger becomes wet, unplug it from the outlet and consult your camera distributor or a Canon Customer Support Help Desk. • Use only the recommended battery.
Page 10 Safety Precautions • Turn the camera off in places where camera use is prohibited. The electromagnetic waves emitted by the camera may interfere with the operation of electronic instruments and other devices. Exercise adequate caution when using the camera in places where use of electronic devices is restricted, such as inside airplanes and medical facilities.
Page 11 Safety Precautions • In regular use, small amounts of smoke may be emitted from the flash. This is due to the high intensity of the flash burning dust and foreign materials stuck to the front of the unit. Please use a cotton swab to remove dirt, dust or other foreign matter from the flash to prevent heat build-up and damage to the unit.
Page 12: Attaching The Strap
Initial Preparations Prepare for shooting as follows. Attaching the Strap Thread the end of the strap through the strap hole ( ), and then pull the other end of the strap through the loop on the threaded end Holding the Camera Place the strap around your wrist.
Page 13: Charging The Battery
Initial Preparations Charging the Battery Before use, charge the battery with the included charger. Be sure to charge the battery initially, because the camera is not sold with the battery charged. Remove the cover. Insert the battery. After aligning the marks on the battery and charger, insert the battery by pushing it in ) and down (...
Page 14: Inserting The Battery
Initial Preparations • To protect the battery and keep it in optimal condition, do not charge it continuously for more than 24 hours. • For battery chargers that use a power cord, do not attach the charger to other objects. Make sure that it can always move freely. •...
Page 15: Inserting The Memory Card
Initial Preparations Inserting the Memory Card Insert a memory card (sold separately). Note that before using a new memory card (or a memory card formatted in another device), you should format the memory card with this camera (p. 164). Open the cover. Slide the cover ( ) and open it ( Insert the memory card.
Page 16: Removing The Memory Card
Initial Preparations Removing the Memory Card Open the cover and push the memory card in until it clicks, and then slowly release the memory card. The memory card will pop up. Setting the Date and Time A screen for setting the date and time is displayed the first time you turn the camera on.
Page 17: Finish The Setup Process
Initial Preparations Set the local time zone. Press the qr buttons to choose your local time zone. Finish the setup process. Press the m button when finished. After a confirmation message, the setting screen is no longer displayed. To turn off the camera, press the power button.
Page 18: Changing The Date And Time
Initial Preparations Changing the Date and Time Adjust the date and time as follows. Access the camera menu. Press the n button. Choose [Date/Time]. Move the zoom lever to choose the 3 tab. Press the op buttons to choose [Date/ Time], and then press the m button.
Page 19: Display Language
Initial Preparations Display Language The display language can be changed as needed. Enter Playback mode. Press the 1 button. Access the setting screen. Press and hold the m button, and then immediately press the n button. Set the display language. Press the opqr buttons to choose a language, and then press the m button.
Page 20 Still Images Movies Trying the Camera Out 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. Turn the camera on.
Page 21: Shooting Still Images
Trying the Camera Out Shoot. Shooting Still Images Focus. Press the shutter button lightly, halfway down. The camera beeps twice after focusing, and AF frames are displayed to indicate image areas in focus. AF Frames Shoot. Press the shutter button all the way down. As the camera shoots, a shutter sound is played, and in low-light conditions, the flash fires automatically.
Page 22: Shooting Movies
Trying the Camera Out Shooting Movies Start shooting. Press the movie button. The camera beeps once as recording begins, and [ Rec] is displayed with the elapsed time. Black bars displayed on the top and bottom Elapsed Time edges of the screen indicate image areas not recorded.
Page 23 Trying the Camera Out Viewing After shooting images or movies, you can view them on the screen as follows. Enter Playback mode. Press the 1 button. Your last shot is displayed. Browse through your images. To view the previous image, press the q button.
Page 24: Play Movies
Trying the Camera Out Play movies. Press the m button, press the op buttons , and then press the m button to choose again. Playback now begins, and after the movie is finished, is displayed. To adjust the volume, press the op buttons during playback.
Page 25 Depending on the country or region where you purchased your camera, the ImageBrowser EX User Guide may not be accessible from the Help function. In such cases, it will either be included on the CD-ROM bundled with your camera, or you can download the latest version from the Canon website.
Page 26: System Requirements
1 GB or more (still images), 2 GB or more (movies) Interfaces Free Hard Disk 550 MB or more Space Display 1024 x 768 resolution or higher • Check the Canon website for the latest system requirements, including supported OS versions.
Page 27 Included Software, PDF Manuals Installing the Software and PDF Manuals Windows 7 and Mac OS X 10.6 are used here for the sake of illustration. Using the software auto update function, you can update to the latest version and download new functions via the Internet (some software excluded), so be sure to install the software on a computer with an Internet connection.
Page 28 Included Software, PDF Manuals Insert the larger plug of the interface cable in the computer’s USB port. For details about USB connections on the computer, refer to the computer user manual. Install the files. Turn the camera on, and follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation process.
Page 29: Saving Images To A Computer
For Windows, follow the steps introduced below. In the screen that displays, click the link to modify the program. Choose [Downloads Images From Canon Camera using Canon CameraWindow] and then click [OK]. Double click...
Page 30 • To start CameraWindow in Windows Vista or XP, click [Downloads Images From Canon Camera using Canon CameraWindow] on the screen displayed when you turn the camera on in step 2. If CameraWindow is not displayed, click the [Start] menu and choose [All Programs]...
Page 31 Included Software, PDF Manuals Using the PDF Manuals Use the included CD-ROM to install the PDF manuals, and a shortcut for the camera manual will be created on the desktop. Adobe Reader is required to view the PDF manuals. • It may not be possible to install the software and PDF manuals on computers that do not meet the system requirements (p.
Page 32: Included Accessories
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 34: Camera Basics
Camera Basics Basic camera operations and features...
Page 35: Shooting Mode
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 1 button to turn the camera on and view your shots. To turn the camera off, press the 1 button again.
Page 36 Shutter Button To ensure your shots are in focus, always press the shutter button lightly (halfway) initially. 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 37 Shooting Display Options Press the p button to view other information on the screen, or to hide the information. For details on the information displayed, see p. 200. Information is displayed No information is displayed • Screen brightness is automatically increased by the night display function when you are shooting under low light, making it easier to check how shots are composed.
Page 38 FUNC. Menu Configure commonly used functions through the FUNC. menu as follows. Note that menu items and options vary depending on the shooting mode (pp. 206 – 207) or playback mode (p. 211). Access the FUNC. menu. Press the m button. Choose a menu item.
Page 39: Choose An Option
n Menu Configure a variety of camera functions through other menus as follows. Menu items are grouped by purpose on tabs, such as shooting (4), playback (1), and so on. Note that available settings vary depending on the selected shooting or playback mode (pp. 208 – 211). Access the menu.
Page 40 Indicator Display The indicator on the top of the camera (p. 4) lights up or blinks depending on the camera status. Indicator Color Camera Status Status Connected to a computer (p. 28), or display off Green Starting up, recording/reading/transmitting images, or Blinking shooting long exposures (p.
Page 42: Smart Auto Mode
Smart Auto Mode Convenient mode for easy shots with greater control over shooting...
Page 43 Still Images Movies Shooting in Smart Auto Mode For fully automatic selection at optimal settings for specific scenes, simply let the camera determine the subject and shooting conditions. Turn the camera on. Press the power button. The startup screen is displayed. Enter A mode.
Page 44 Shooting in Smart Auto Mode Shoot. Shooting Still Images Focus. Press the shutter button halfway. The camera beeps twice after focusing, and AF frames are displayed to indicate image areas in focus. Several AF frames are displayed when multiple areas are in focus. AF Frames Shoot.
Page 45 Shooting in Smart Auto Mode Shooting Movies Start shooting. Press the movie button. The camera beeps once as recording begins, and [ Rec] is displayed with the elapsed time. Elapsed Time Black bars displayed on the top and bottom edges of the screen indicate image areas not recorded.
Page 46: Still Images
Shooting in Smart Auto Mode Still Images/Movies • To restore camera sound if you have accidentally deactivated it (by holding the p button down while turning the camera on), press the n button and choose [Mute] on the 3 tab, and then press the qr buttons to choose [Off].
Page 47 Shooting in Smart Auto Mode Movies • The camera may become warm when shooting movies repeatedly over an extended period. This does not indicate damage. • Keep your fingers away from the Microphone microphone while shooting movies. Blocking the microphone may prevent audio from being recorded or may cause the recording to sound muffled.
Page 48: Scene Icons
Shooting in Smart Auto Mode Scene Icons In A 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. Depending on the scene, continuous images may be shot (p. 50). Background Normal Backlit...
Page 49: Continuous Shooting Scenes
Shooting in Smart Auto Mode • The background color of , and is dark blue, and the background color is orange. • When shooting movies, only People, Other Subjects, and At Close Range icons will be displayed. • When shooting with the self-timer, People (In Motion), Smiling, Sleeping, Babies (Smiling), Babies (Sleeping), Children, Other Subjects (In Motion) icons will not be displayed.
Page 50: Image Stabilization Icons
Shooting in Smart Auto Mode • In some scenes, expected images may not be saved, and images may not look as expected. • Focus, image brightness, and color are determined by the first shot. When you want to shoot single images only, press the m button, choose •...
Page 51 Shooting in Smart Auto Mode On-Screen Frames 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 52 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 48x enlargement. Move the zoom lever toward i. Hold the lever until zooming stops.
Page 53: Using The Self-Timer
Common, Convenient Features Still Images Movies Using the Self-Timer 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 m button, choose in the menu, and then choose the ] option (p.
Page 54: Using The Self-Timer To Avoid Camera Shake
Common, Convenient Features Using the Self-Timer to Avoid Camera Shake This option delays shutter release until about two seconds after you have pressed the shutter button. If the camera is unsteady while you are pressing the shutter button, it will not affect your shot. Configure the setting.
Page 55: Deactivating The Flash
Common, Convenient Features • 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 56: Adding The Shooting Date And Time
Common, Convenient Features Still Images Adding the Shooting Date and Time The camera can add the shooting date and time to images in the lower-right corner. However, note that these cannot be removed. Confirm beforehand that the date and time are correct (p. 17). Configure the setting.
Page 57: Choose A Subject To Focus On
Common, Convenient Features Still Images Choosing Subjects to Focus On (Tracking AF) Shoot after choosing a subject to focus on as follows. Specify Tracking AF. Press the o button. is displayed in the center of the screen. Choose a subject to focus on. Aim the camera so that is on the desired subject, and then press the shutter button...
Page 58: Personal Information
Still Images Using Face ID If you register a person ahead of time, the camera will detect that person’s face, and prioritize focus, brightness, and color for that person when shooting. In A mode, the camera can detect babies and children based on registered birthdays and optimize settings for them when shooting.
Page 59: Register Face Information
Using Face ID Choose [Add to Registry], and then choose [Add a New Face]. Register face information. Aim the camera so that the face of the person you want to register is inside the gray frame at the center of the screen. A white frame on the person’s face indicates that the face is recognized.
Page 60 Using Face ID The [Edit Profile] screen is displayed. Enter a name. Press the m button. Press the opqr buttons to choose a character, and then press the m button to enter it. Up to 10 characters can be used. and press the m button to Choose move the cursor.
Page 61 Using Face ID Continue registering face information. To register up to 4 more points of face information (expressions or angles), repeat steps 2 – 3. Registered faces are more easily recognized if you add a variety of face information. In addition to a head-on angle, add a slight side angle, a shot when smiling, and shots inside and outside.
Page 62: Checking And Editing Registered Information
Using Face ID • Registered people may not be correctly detected if the captured image or scene differs drastically from the registered face information. • If a registered face is not detected, or not easily detected, overwrite registered information with new face info. Registering face info right before shooting will allow for easier detection of registered faces.
Page 63: Overwriting And Adding Face Information
Using Face ID Changing the Name or Birthday Access the [Edit Profile] screen. Following steps 1 – 3 on p. 63, choose [Edit Profile] and press the m button. Input changes. Press the op buttons to choose an item, and follow steps 4 – 5 on p. 61 to input changes.
Page 64 Using Face ID Choose the name of the person to overwrite. Press the opqr buttons to choose the name of a person to overwrite, and then press the m button. If 4 or less face information slots are registered, follow step 5 on p. 65 to add more face info.
Page 65 Using Face ID Erasing Face Information Access the [Check/Edit Info] screen. Following step 1 on p. 59, choose [Check/ Edit Info] and press the m button. Choose the name of the person whose face info you want to erase. Press the opqr buttons to choose the name of the person whose face info you want to erase, and then press the m button.
Page 66: Erasing Registered Information
Using Face ID Erasing Registered Information You can erase information (face info, name, birthday) registered to Face ID. However, names recorded in previously shot images will not be erased. Access the [Erase Info] screen. Follow step 1 on p. 59 and choose [Erase Info].
Page 67: Changing The Aspect Ratio
Image Customization Features Still Images Changing the Aspect Ratio Change the image aspect ratio (ratio of width to height) as follows. Configure the setting. Press the m button, choose in the menu, and choose the desired option (p. 39). Once the setting is complete, the screen aspect ratio will be updated.
Page 68 Image Customization Features Still Images Changing Image Resolution (Size) 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 “Specifications” in the Getting Started guide. Configure the setting.
Page 69 Image Customization Features Still Images Red-Eye Correction Red-eye that occurs in the flash photography can be automatically corrected as follows. Access the [Flash Settings] screen. Press the n button, choose [Flash Settings] on the 4 tab, and then press the m button (p.
Page 70: Correcting Greenish Image Areas From
Image Customization Features Still Images Correcting Greenish Image Areas from Mercury Lamps In shots of evening scenes with subjects illuminated by mercury lamps, the subjects or background may appear to have a greenish tinge. This greenish tinge can be corrected automatically when shooting, using Multi-area White Balance.
Page 71: Changing Movie Image Quality
Image Customization Features Movies Changing Movie Image Quality 3 image quality settings are available. For guidelines on the maximum movie length at each level of image quality that will fit on a memory card, see “Specifications” in the Getting Started guide. Configure the setting.
Page 72: Using The Wind Filter
Image Customization Features Movies Using the Wind Filter Distorted audio caused by recording when the wind is strong can be reduced. However, the recording may sound unnatural when this option is used when there is no wind. Configure the setting. Press the n button, choose [Wind Filter] on the 4 tab, and then choose [On] (p.
Page 73: Displaying Grid Lines
Helpful Shooting Features Still Images Movies Displaying Grid Lines Grid lines can be displayed on the screen for vertical and horizontal reference while shooting. Configure the setting. Press the n button, choose [Grid Lines] on the 4 tab, and then choose [On] (p. 40). Once the setting is complete, grid lines are displayed on the screen.
Page 74: Magnifying The Area In Focus
Helpful Shooting Features Still Images Magnifying the Area in Focus You can check the focus by pressing the shutter button halfway to enlarge the image area in the AF frame. Configure the setting. Press the n button, choose [AF-Point Zoom] on the 4 tab, and then choose [On] (p.
Page 75: Checking For Closed Eyes
Helpful Shooting Features Still Images Checking for Closed Eyes is displayed when the camera detects that people may have closed their eyes. Choose Press the m button, choose in the menu, and choose Configure the setting. Press the n button, choose [Blink Detection] on the 4 tab, and then choose [On] (p.
Page 76: Deactivating The Red-Eye Reduction Lamp
Still Images Customizing Camera Operation Customize shooting functions on the 4 tab of the menu as follows. For instructions on menu functions, see “n Menu” (p. 40). Deactivating the AF Assist Beam 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 77: Changing The Image Display Style After Shots
Customizing Camera Operation Changing the Image Display Period After Shots Change how long images are displayed after shots as follows. Configure the setting. Press the n button, choose [Review] on the 4 tab, and then choose the desired option (p. 40). To restore the original setting, repeat this process but choose [2 sec.].
Page 78: Other Shooting Modes
Other Shooting Modes Shoot more effectively in various scenes, and take shots enhanced with unique image effects or captured using special functions...
Page 79 Still Images Movies Specific Scenes Choose a mode matching the shooting scene, and the camera will automatically configure the settings for optimal shots. Enter 4 mode. Set the mode switch to 4. Choose a shooting mode. Press the m button, choose G in the menu, and then choose a shooting mode (p.
Page 80 Specific Scenes Still Images Shoot under low light (Low Light) Shoot with minimal camera shake and subject blur even in low-light conditions. Still Images Movies S Shoot under water (Underwater) Natural-colored shots of sea life and underwater scenery, when you use an optional waterproof case (p.
Page 81: Correcting White Balance
Specific Scenes and S modes, shots may look grainy because the ISO speed (p. 106) is • increased to suit the shooting conditions. • mode resolution is (1824 x 1368) and cannot be changed. Still Images Movies Correcting White Balance White balance can be manually corrected in S mode (p.
Page 82 Specific Scenes Still Images Making Skin Look Smoother (Smooth Skin) You can apply a smoothening effect when shooting images of people. The effect level and color ([Lighter Skin Tone], [Darker Skin Tone]) can be chosen as follows. Choose Follow steps 1 – 2 on p. 80 and choose Access the setting screen.
Page 83 Still Images Movies Applying Special Effects Add a variety of effects to images when shooting. Choose a shooting mode. Follow steps 1 – 2 on p. 80 to choose a shooting mode. Shoot. • , and modes, try taking some test shots first, to make sure you obtain the desired results.
Page 84: Shooting With A Fish-Eye Lens Effect
Applying Special Effects Still Images Shooting with a Fish-Eye Lens Effect (Fish-eye Effect) Shoot with the distorting effect of a fish-eye lens. Choose Follow steps 1 – 2 on p. 80 and choose Choose an effect level. Press the p button, press the qr buttons to choose an effect level, and then press the m button.
Page 85: Miniature Effect
Applying Special Effects Still Images Movies Shots Resembling Miniature Models (Miniature Effect) Creates the effect of a miniature model, by blurring image areas above and below your selected area. You can also make movies that look l ke scenes in miniature models by choosing the playback speed before the movie is recorded.
Page 86: Toy Camera Effect
Applying Special Effects Playback Speed and Estimated Playback Time (for One-Minute Clips) Speed Playback Time Approx. 12 sec. Approx. 6 sec. Approx. 3 sec. • The zoom is not available when shooting movies. Be sure to set the zoom before shooting. To switch the orientation of the frame to vertical, press the qr buttons in step •...
Page 87: Shooting With A Soft Focus Effect
Applying Special Effects Standard Shots resemble toy camera images. Warm Images have a warmer tone than with [Standard]. Cool Images have a cooler tone than with [Standard]. Still Images Shooting With a Soft Focus Effect This function allows you to shoot images as if a soft focus filter is attached to the camera.
Page 88: Shooting In Monochrome
Applying Special Effects Still Images Movies Shooting in Monochrome Shoot images in black and white, sepia, or blue and white. Choose Follow steps 1 – 2 on p. 80 and choose Choose a color tone. Press the p button, press the qr buttons to choose a color tone, and then press the m button.
Page 89 Applying Special Effects Still Images Movies Shooting with Color Accent Choose a single image color to keep and change other colors to black and white. Choose T. Follow steps 1 – 2 on p. 80 and choose T. Access the setting screen. Press the p button.
Page 90: Shooting With Color Swap
Applying Special Effects Still Images Movies Shooting with Color Swap You can replace one image color with another before shooting. Note that only one color can be replaced. Choose Y. Follow steps 1 – 2 on p. 80 and choose Y. Access the setting screen.
Page 91 Applying Special Effects Specify the new color. Position the center frame over the new color, and then press the r button. The specified color is recorded. Specify the range of colors to replace. Press the op buttons to adjust the range. To replace only your specified color, choose a large negative value.
Page 92 Special Modes for Other Purposes Still Images Movies Auto Clip Recording (Movie Digest) You can make a short movie of a day just by shooting still images. Before each shot, the camera will automatically record a movie clip of the scene.
Page 93: Smart Shutter
Special Modes for Other Purposes Still Images Auto Shooting After Face Detection (Smart Shutter) Auto Shooting After Smile Detection The camera shoots automatically after detecting a smile, even without you pressing the shutter button. Choose Follow steps 1 – 2 on p. 80 and choose and then press the p button.
Page 94 Special Modes for Other Purposes Still Images Using the Wink Self-Timer Aim the camera at a person and press the shutter button all the way down. The camera will shoot about two seconds after a wink is detected. Choose Follow steps 1 – 2 on p. 80 and choose and then press the p button.
Page 95: Using The Face Self-Timer
Special Modes for Other Purposes Still Images Using the Face Self-Timer The camera will shoot about two seconds after detecting that the face of another person (such as the photographer) has entered the shooting area (p. 115). This is useful when including yourself in group photos or similar shots.
Page 96 Special Modes for Other Purposes • Even if your face is not detected after you join the others in the shooting area, the camera will shoot about 15 seconds later. To change the number of shots, press the op buttons after choosing •...
Page 97 Special Modes for Other Purposes If the flash fires, your shot may be overexposed. In this case, set the flash to ! • and shoot again. Still Images High-Speed Continuous Shooting (High-speed Burst) You can shoot a series of shots in rapid succession by holding the shutter button all the way down.
Page 98 Special Modes for Other Purposes • Grouped images can be played back individually (p. 132) and ungrouped (p. 133). • Protecting (p. 139) a grouped image will protect all images in the group. • Grouped images can be viewed individually when played back using Image Search (p.
Page 99: Shooting Stitch Assist Images
Special Modes for Other Purposes Still Images Shooting Stitch Assist Images Shoot a large subject by taking multiple shots at various positions, and then use the included software to combine them into a panorama. Choose x or v. Follow steps 1 – 2 on p. 80 and choose x or Take the first shot.
Page 100: Shooting Super Slow Motion Movies
Movies Shooting Various Movies Shooting Super Slow Motion Movies You can shoot fast-moving subjects for playback later in slow motion. Note that sound is not recorded. Choose Follow steps 1 – 2 on p. 80 and choose Choose a frame rate. Press the m button, choose in the menu, and choose the desired frame rate (p.
Page 101: Shooting Iframe Movies
Shooting Various Movies Shooting iFrame Movies Shoot movies that can be edited with iFrame-compat ble software or devices. You can quickly edit, save, and manage iFrame movies using the included software. Choose Follow steps 1 – 2 on p. 80 and choose Black bars displayed on the top and bottom edges of the screen indicate image areas not recorded.
Page 102 G mode More discerning shots, in your preferred shooting style • Instructions in this chapter apply to the camera in G mode, with the mode switch set to 4. • G: Program AE; AE: Auto Exposure • Before using a function introduced in this chapter in modes other than G, make sure the function is available in that mode (pp.
Page 103 Still Images Movies Shooting in Program AE Mode (G Mode) You can customize many function settings to suit your preferred shooting style. Enter G mode. Follow steps 1 – 2 on p. 80 and choose G. Customize the settings as desired (pp.
Page 104: Adjusting Image Brightness
Image Brightness (Exposure Compensation) Still Images Movies Adjusting Image Brightness (Exposure Compensation) The standard exposure set by the camera can be adjusted in 1/3-stop increments, in a range of –2 to +2. Press the o button. As you watch the screen, press the qr buttons to adjust the brightness.
Page 105: Changing The Metering Method
Image Brightness (Exposure Compensation) Still Images Changing the Metering Method Adjust the metering method (how brightness is measured) to suit shooting conditions as follows. Press the m button, choose in the menu, and choose the desired option (p. 39). The option you configured is now displayed. For typical shooting conditions, including backlit shots.
Page 106 Image Brightness (Exposure Compensation) • To view the automatically set ISO speed when the camera is set to , press the shutter button halfway. • Although choosing a lower ISO speed may reduce image graininess, there may be a greater risk of subject blurriness in some shooting conditions. •...
Page 107: Adjusting White Balance
Color and Continuous Shooting Still Images Movies Adjusting White Balance By adjusting white balance (WB), you can make image colors look more natural for the scene you are shooting. Press the m button, choose in the menu, and choose the desired option (p. 39). The option you configured is now displayed.
Page 108: Custom White Balance
Color and Continuous Shooting Custom White Balance 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. Follow the steps in “Adjusting White Balance”...
Page 109 Color and Continuous Shooting Still Images Movies Changing Image Color Tones (My Colors) Change image color tones as desired, such as converting images to sepia or black and white. Press the m button, choose in the menu, and choose the desired option (p. 39). The option you configured is now displayed.
Page 110: Custom Color
Color and Continuous Shooting Custom Color Choose the desired level of image contrast, sharpness, color saturation, red, green, blue, and skin tones in a range of 1 – 5. Access the setting screen. Follow the steps in “Changing Image Color Tones (My Colors)”...
Page 111 Color and Continuous Shooting Mode Description Continuous shooting, with the focus and exposure determined Continuous when you press the shutter button halfway. Continuous Continuous shooting and focusing. Shooting AF [AF Frame] is set to [Center] and cannot be changed. Continuous shooting, with the focus fixed at the position Continuous determined in AF lock.
Page 112 Shooting Range and Focusing Still Images Shooting Close-ups (Macro) To restrict the focus to subjects at close range, set the camera to e. For details on the focusing range, see “Specifications” in the Getting Started guide. Press the q button, press the qr buttons to choose e, and then press the m button.
Page 113 Shooting Range and Focusing Still Images Movies Digital Tele-Converter The focal length of the lens can be increased by approximately 1.4x or 2.3x. This can reduce camera shake because the shutter speed is faster than it would be if you zoomed (including using digital zoom) in to the same zoom factor.
Page 114: Changing The Af Frame Mode
Shooting Range and Focusing Still Images Movies Changing the AF Frame Mode Change the AF (auto focus) frame mode to suit the shooting conditions as follows. Press the n button, choose [AF Frame] on the 4 tab, and then choose the desired option (p.
Page 115 Shooting Range and Focusing Still Images Choosing Subjects to Focus On (Tracking AF) Shoot after choosing a subject to focus on as follows. Choose [Tracking AF]. Follow the steps in “Changing the AF Frame Mode” (p. 115) to choose [Tracking AF]. is displayed in the center of the screen.
Page 116 Shooting Range and Focusing • [Servo AF] (p. 118) 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.
Page 117: Shooting With Servo Af
Shooting Range and Focusing Still Images Recomposing Shots While the Focus is Locked As long as you keep the shutter button pressed halfway, the focus and exposure are locked. You can recompose shots as needed before shooting. This feature is called Focus Lock. Focus.
Page 118: Changing The Focus Setting
Shooting Range and Focusing • 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 119: Shooting With The Af Lock
Shooting Range and Focusing Still Images Movies Shooting with the AF Lock 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. Lock the focus. With the shutter button pressed halfway, press the q button.
Page 120: Shooting With Slow Synchro
Still Images Flash Activating Flash You can have the flash fire for each shot. For details on the flash range, see “Flash Range” (see “Specifications” in the Getting Started guide). Press the r button, press the qr buttons to choose h, and then press the m button. Once the setting is complete, h is displayed.
Page 121: Shooting With The Fe Lock
Flash Shooting with the FE Lock Just as with the AE lock (p. 105), you can lock the exposure for the flash shots. Set the flash to h (p. 121). Lock the flash exposure. Aim the camera at the subject to shoot with the exposure locked.
Page 122: Image Quality
Other Settings Still Images Changing the Compression Ratio (Image Quality) Choose from two compression ratios, as follows: (Super Fine), (Fine). For guidelines on how many shots at each compression ratio can fit on a memory card, see “Specifications” in the Getting Started guide. Configure the setting.
Page 123 Other Settings • If image stabilization cannot prevent camera shake, mount the camera on a tripod or take other measures to hold it still. In this case, set [IS Mode] to [Off]. Movies Deactivating Powered IS Powered IS reduces slow camera shake that may occur when recording telephoto movies.
Page 124 Playback Mode Have fun reviewing your shots, and browse or edit them in many ways • To prepare the camera for these operations, press the 1 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 125 Still Images Movies Viewing After shooting images or movies, you can view them on the screen as follows. Enter Playback mode. Press the 1 button. Your last shot is displayed. Browse through your images. To view the previous image, press the q button.
Page 126: Checking People Detected In Face Id
Viewing Play movies. To start playback, press the m button, press the op buttons to choose , and then press the m button again. Adjust the volume. Press the op buttons to adjust the volume. Pause playback. To pause playback, press the m button. The movie control panel is displayed.
Page 127: Switching Display Modes
Viewing Still Images Movies Switching Display Modes Press the p button to view other information on the screen, or to hide the information. For details on the information displayed, see p. 202. No information is Simple Detailed Enables you to displayed Information Information...
Page 128: Checking The Focus
Viewing Still Images Checking the Focus To check the focus of your shots, you can magnify the area of the image that was in the AF frame at the time of shooting. Access Focus Check. Press the p button (p. 128). A white frame is displayed where the AF frame was when the focus was set.
Page 129: Searching For Images
Browsing and Filtering Images Still Images Movies Navigating Through Images in an Index 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 g to display images in an index.
Page 130 Browsing and Filtering Images Choose a search condition. Press the m button, choose in the menu, and choose a condition (p. 39). View the image search results. Choose the type of images to view by pressing the opqr buttons, and then press the m button.
Page 131: Viewing Individual Images In A Group
Browsing and Filtering Images Movies Viewing Movie Digest Movies Movies created in mode (p. 93) can be viewed by date. Choose a movie. Press the m button, choose in the menu, and choose the date (p. 39). Play the movie. Press the m button to start playback.
Page 132: Changing Names
Editing Face ID Information View individual images in the group. Pressing the qr buttons will display only images in the group. To cancel group playback, press the m button, choose in the menu, and press the m button again (p. 39). •...
Page 133: Erasing Names
Editing Face ID Information Choose an image. Follow the procedure on p. 126 to choose an image, and then press the m button. An orange frame is displayed around the selected face. When multiple names are displayed in an image, press the qr buttons to choose the name to change, and press the m button.
Page 134: Magnifying Images
Image Viewing Options Still Images Magnifying Images Magnify an image. Moving the zoom lever toward k will zoom in and magnify the image, and displayed. You can magnify images up to about 10x by continuing to hold the zoom lever. To zoom out, move the zoom lever toward g.
Page 135: Viewing Slideshows
Image Viewing Options Still Images Movies Viewing Slideshows Automatically play back images from a memory card as follows. Each image is displayed for about three seconds. Choose a slideshow transition and start playback. Press the m button, choose . in the menu, and choose the desired option (p.
Page 136: Changing Slideshow Settings
Image Viewing Options Changing Slideshow Settings You can set up slideshows to repeat, and you can change the transitions between images and the display duration of each image. Choose from six transition effects between images. Access the setting screen. Press the n button and choose [Slideshow] on the 1 tab (p.
Page 137: Smart Shuffle
Image Viewing Options Still Images Auto Playback of Similar Images (Smart Shuffle) Based on the current image, the camera offers four images similar to it that you may wish to view. After you choose to view one of those images, the camera offers four more images.
Page 138: Using The Menu
Still Images Movies Protecting Images Protect important images to prevent accidental erasure by the camera (p. 143). Press the m button, and then choose : in the menu (p. 39). [Protected] is displayed. To cancel protection, repeat this process and choose : again, and then press the m button.
Page 139: Choosing Images Individually
Protecting Images Choosing Images Individually Choose [Select]. Following step 2 on p. 139, choose [Select] and press the m button. Choose an image. Press the qr buttons to choose an image, and then press the m button. displayed. To cancel protection, press the m button again.
Page 140: Selecting A Range
Protecting Images Selecting a Range Choose [Select Range]. Following step 2 on p. 139, choose [Select Range] and press the m button. Choose a starting image. Press the m button. Press the qr buttons to choose an image, and then press the m button. Choose an ending image.
Page 141: Specifying All Images At Once
Protecting Images Protect the images. Press the p button to choose [Protect], and then press the m button. Specifying All Images at Once Choose [Select All Images]. Following step 2 on p. 139, choose [Select All Images] and press the m button. Protect the images.
Page 142: Erasing All Images
Still Images Movies 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 qr buttons to choose an image. Erase the images. Press the m button, and then choose a in the menu (p.
Page 143 Erasing Images Choosing Images Individually Choose [Select]. Following step 2 on p. 143, choose [Select] and press the m button. Choose an image. Once you follow step 2 on p. 140 to choose an image, is displayed. To cancel erasure, press the m button again.
Page 144 Erasing Images Specifying All Images at Once Choose [Select All Images]. Following step 2 on p. 143, choose [Select All Images] and press the m button. Erase the images. Press the qr buttons to choose [OK], and then press the m button.
Page 145 Still Images Movies Rotating Images Change the orientation of images and save them as follows. Choose \. Press the m button, and then choose \ in the menu (p. 39). Rotate the image. Press the q or r button, depending on the desired direction.
Page 146: Deactivating Auto Rotation
Rotating Images Deactivating Auto Rotation Follow these steps to deactivate automatic rotation by the camera, which rotates images shot in vertical orientation so they are displayed vertically on the camera. Press the n button, choose [Auto Rotate] on the 1 tab, and then choose [Off] (p.
Page 147: Tagging Images As Favorites
Still Images Movies Image Categories You can tag images as favorites and assign them to My Category (p. 149). By choosing a category in image search, you can restrict the following operations to all of those images. • Viewing (p. 126), Viewing Slideshows (p. 136), Protecting Images (p. 139), Erasing Images (p.
Page 148 Image Categories Finish the setup process. Press the n button. A confirmation message is displayed. Press the qr buttons to choose [OK], and then press the m button. • Images will not be tagged as favorites if you switch to Shooting mode or turn the camera off before finishing the setup process in step 3.
Page 149 Image Categories Finish the setup process. Press the n button. A confirmation message is displayed. Press the qr buttons to choose [OK], and then press the m button. • Images will not be assigned to a category if you switch to Shooting mode or turn the camera off before finishing the setup process in step 3.
Page 150 Image Categories Choose a category. Press the op buttons to choose a category, and then press the m button. displayed. To cancel selection, press the m button again. is no longer displayed. Repeat this process to choose additional images. Finish the setup process. Press the n button.
Page 151: Resizing Images
Still Images Editing Still Images • Image editing (pp. 152 – 156) is only available when the memory card has sufficient free space. Resizing Images Save a copy of images at a lower resolution. Choose [Resize]. Press the n button, and then choose [Resize] on the 1 tab (p.
Page 152 Editing Still Images • Editing is not possible for images saved as in step 3. • Images cannot be resized to a higher resolution. Cropping You can specify a portion of an image to save as a separate image file. Choose [Trimming].
Page 153 Editing Still Images • Editing is not poss ble for images shot at a resolution of (p. 69) or resized to (p. 152). • Images supported for cropping will have the same aspect ratio after cropping. • Cropped images will have a smaller resolution than uncropped images. •...
Page 154 Editing Still Images Correcting Image Brightness (i-Contrast) Excessively dark image areas (such as faces or backgrounds) can be detected and automatically adjusted to the optimal brightness. Insufficient overall image contrast is also automatically corrected, to make subjects stand out better. Choose from four correction levels, and then save the image as a separate file.
Page 155: Correcting Red-Eye
Editing Still Images Correcting Red-Eye Automatically corrects images affected by red-eye. You can save the corrected image as a separate file. Choose [Red-Eye Correction]. Press the n button, and then choose [Red-Eye Correction] on the 1 tab (p. 40). Choose an image. Press the qr buttons to choose an image.
Page 156 Movies Editing Movies You can cut movies to remove unneeded portions at the beginning or end. Choose *. Following steps 1 – 3 on pp. 126 – 127, choose * and press the m button. The movie editing panel and editing bar are now displayed.
Page 157: Save The Edited Movie
Editing Movies Save the edited movie. Press the op buttons to choose , and then press the m button. Press the qr buttons to choose [New File], and then press the m button. The movie is now saved as a new file. •...
Page 158: Setting Menu
Setting Menu Customize or adjust basic camera functions for greater convenience...
Page 159: Adjusting The Volume
Adjusting Basic Camera Functions Functions can be configured on the 3 tab. Customize commonly used functions as desired, for greater convenience (p. 40). Silencing Camera Operations Silence camera sounds and movies as follows. Choose [Mute], and then choose [On]. Operation can also be silenced by holding down the p button as you turn the •...
Page 160: Hiding Hints And Tips
Adjusting Basic Camera Functions Customizing Sounds Customize camera operating sounds as follows. Choose [Sound Options], and then press the m button. Choose an item, and then press the qr buttons to choose an option. Preset sounds (cannot be modified) Preset sounds Can be changed by using the included software.
Page 161: Screen Brightness
Adjusting Basic Camera Functions Screen Brightness Adjust screen brightness as follows. Choose [LCD Brightness], and then press the qr buttons to adjust the brightness. For maximum brightness, press and hold the p button for at least one second • when the shooting screen is displayed or when in single-image display. (This will override the [LCD Brightness] setting on the 3 tab.) To restore the original brightness, press and hold the p button again for at least one second or restart the camera.
Page 162: In Playback Mode
Adjusting Basic Camera Functions Customizing the Start-up Screen Access the [Start-up Image] screen in Playback mode. Press the 1 button. Following the step on p. 162, choose [2] and press the m button. Choose one of your shots. Choose an image and press the m button. After [Register?] is displayed, press the qr buttons to choose [OK], and then press the m button.
Page 163: Formatting Memory Cards
Adjusting Basic Camera Functions 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 164: File Numbering
Adjusting Basic Camera Functions Low-Level Formatting Perform low-level formatting in these cases: [Memory card error] is displayed, the camera is not working correctly, card image reading/writing is slower, continuous shooting is slower, or movie recording suddenly stops. Low-level formatting erases all data on a memory card. Before low-level formatting, copy images on the memory card to a computer, or take other steps to back them up.
Page 165: Lens Retraction Timing
Adjusting Basic Camera Functions • 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 (p.
Page 166 Adjusting Basic Camera Functions Power-Saving Adjustment Adjust the timing of automatic camera and screen deactivation (Auto Power Down and Display Off, respectively) as needed (p. 36). Access the [Power Saving] screen. Choose [Power Saving], and then press the m button. Configure the settings.
Page 167: World Clock
Adjusting Basic Camera Functions World Clock To ensure that your shots will have the correct local date and time when you travel abroad, simply register the destination in advance and switch to that time zone. This convenient feature eliminates the need to change the Date/ Time setting manually.
Page 168: Date And Time
Adjusting Basic Camera Functions Date and Time Adjust the date and time as follows. Access the [Date/Time] screen. Choose [Date/Time], and then press the m button. Configure the setting. Press the qr buttons to choose an item, and then press the op buttons to adjust the setting.
Page 169: Restoring Defaults
Adjusting Basic Camera Functions Restoring Defaults If you accidentally change a setting, you can restore default camera settings. Access the [Reset All] screen. Choose [Reset All], and then press the m button. Restore default settings. Press the qr buttons to choose [OK], and then press the m button.
Page 170 Accessories Use included accessories effectively and enjoy the camera in more ways with optional Canon accessories and other compatible accessories sold separately...
Page 171 Tips on Using Included Accessories Effective Battery and Charger Use • Charge the battery on (or immediately before) the day of use Charged batteries gradually lose their charge, even when they are not used. • Long-term battery storage After using up all remaining battery power, remove the battery from the camera. Store the battery with the cover attached.
Page 172: Power Supplies
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-9L Rechargeable lithium-ion battery Battery Charger CB-2LB/2LBE Charger for Battery Pack NB-9L AC Adapter Kit ACK-DC70 For powering the camera using household power.
Page 173: Other Accessories
For connecting the camera to an HDMI input of a high-definition TV. Printers Canon PictBridge-Compatible Printers Printing images without a computer is possible by connecting the camera to a Canon PictBridge-compatible printer. For details, visit your nearest Canon dealer. SELPHY PIXMA Series Series...
Page 174: Playback On A Tv
Using Optional Accessories Still Images Movies Playback on a TV By connecting the camera to a TV, you can view your shots on the larger screen of the TV. For details on connection or how to switch inputs, refer to the TV manual. •...
Page 175 Using Optional Accessories Turn the camera on. Press the 1 button to turn the camera on. Images from the camera are now displayed on the TV. (Nothing is displayed on the camera screen.) When finished, turn off the camera and TV before disconnecting the cable.
Page 176: Display Images
Using Optional Accessories Display images. Follow steps 3 – 4 on pp. 175 – 176 to display images. • It is not poss ble to connect the included interface cable or an optional AV cable at the same time as an HDMI Cable HTC-100. Forcing the cables into the camera at the same time may damage the camera or cables.
Page 177 Using Optional Accessories Control the camera with the TV remote. Press the qr buttons on the remote to browse images. To display the camera control panel, press the OK/Select button. Select control panel items by pressing the qr buttons to choose an item, and then pressing the OK/Select button again.
Page 178: Powering The Camera With Household Power
Using Optional Accessories Powering the Camera with Household Power Powering the camera with AC Adapter Kit ACK-DC70 (sold separately) eliminates the need to monitor the remaining battery level. Make sure the camera is off. Insert the coupler. Follow step 1 on p. 15 to open the cover. Insert the coupler facing the direction shown, just as you would a battery (following step 2 on p.
Page 179: Easy Print
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 180 Printing now begins. To print other images, repeat steps 5 – 6 after printing is finished. When you are finished printing, turn the camera and printer off and disconnect the interface cable. • For Canon PictBridge-compatible printers (sold separately), see p. 174.
Page 181: Configuring Print Settings
Printing Images Still Images Configuring Print Settings Access the printing screen. Follow steps 1 – 6 on pp. 180 – 181 to access the screen at left. Configure the setting. Press the op buttons to choose an item, and then press the qr buttons to choose an option.
Page 182 Printing Images Cropping Images Before Printing (Trimming) By cropping images before printing, you can print a desired image area instead of the entire image. Choose [Trimming]. After following step 1 on p. 182 to access the printing screen, choose [Trimming] and press the m button.
Page 183: Choosing Paper Size And Layout Before Printing
Printing Images Choosing Paper Size and Layout Before Printing Choose [Paper Settings]. After following step 1 on p. 182 to access the printing screen, choose [Paper Settings] and press the m button. Choose a paper size. Press the op buttons to choose an option, and then press the m button.
Page 184: Available Layout Options
Printing Images Available Layout Options Default Matches current printer settings. Bordered Prints with blank space around the image. Borderless Borderless, edge-to-edge printing. N-up Choose how many images to print per sheet. Prints images for identification purposes. ID Photo Only available for images with a resolution of L and an aspect ratio of 4:3. Choose the print size.
Page 185: Printing Movie Scenes
You can also print the folder number, file number, and elapsed time for the frame by setting [Caption] to [On]. To cancel printing in progress, press the m button. • • [ID Photo] and [Sequence] are not available with Canon PictBridge-compatible printer models earlier than CP720 and CP730.
Page 186 Printing Images Still Images Adding Images to the Print List (DPOF) Batch printing (p. 190) 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. The printing information you prepare this way will conform to DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) standards.
Page 187 No ] at the same time. The date is printed in a format matching setting details in [Date/Time] on the 3 • tab, accessible by pressing the n button (p. 19). • Index printing is not available on some Canon PictBridge-compatible printers (sold separately).
Page 188: Setting Up Printing For Individual Images
Printing Images Setting Up Printing for Individual Images Choose [Select Images & Qty.]. Press the n button, choose [Select Images & Qty.] on the 2 tab, and then press the m button. Choose an image. Press the qr buttons to choose an image, and then press the m button.
Page 189: Clearing All Images From The Print List
Printing Images Setting Up Printing for All Images Choose [Select All Images]. Following step 1 on p. 189, choose [Select All Images] and press the m button. Configure the print settings. Press the qr buttons to choose [OK], and then press the m button. Clearing All Images from the Print List Choose [Clear All Selections].
Page 190: Adding Images To A Photobook
Printing Images Still Images Adding Images to a Photobook Photobooks can be set up on the camera by choosing up to 998 images on a memory card and importing them into the included 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 191: Adding All Images To A Photobook
Printing Images Choose an image. Press the qr buttons to choose an image, and then press the m button. is displayed. To remove the image from the photobook, press the m button again. is no longer displayed. Repeat this process to specify other images. When finished, press the n button to return to the menu screen.
Page 192: Appendix
Appendix Helpful information when using the camera...
Page 193: Troubleshooting
The battery is swollen. • Battery swelling is normal and does not pose any safety concerns. However, if battery swelling prevents the battery from fitting in the camera, contact a Canon Customer Support Help Desk. Display on a TV Camera images look distorted or not displayed on a TV (p. 176).
Page 194: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting is displayed when the shutter button is pressed halfway (p. 56). • Set [IS mode] to [Continuous] (p. 123). Set the flash mode to h (p. 121). • • Increase the ISO speed (p. 106). • Mount the camera on a tripod or take other measures to keep it still. In this case, set [IS Mode] to [Off] (p.
Page 195 Troubleshooting Subjects are affected by red-eye (p. 70). • Set [Red-Eye Lamp] to [On] (p. 77) to activate the red-eye reduction lamp (p. 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 196: 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 from cold to warm environments), put the camera in an airtight, resealable plastic bag and let it gradually adjust to the temperature before removing it from the bag.
Page 197: On-Screen Messages
Memory card error (p. 165) • If the same error message is displayed even when you have inserted a formatted memory card facing the correct way, contact a Canon Customer Support Help Desk (p. 16). Insufficient space on card •...
Page 198 Switch to Playback mode to check for the image. • 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 •...
Page 199: On-Screen Information
On-Screen Information Shooting (Information Display) Battery level (p. 201) Shooting mode (p. 204), i-Contrast (p. 107) Scene icon (p. 49) Camera orientation* Mercury lamp correction Focusing range (p. 113), (p. 71) White balance (p. 108) AF lock (p. 120) Super slow motion movie My Colors (p.
Page 200: Battery Level
On-Screen Information : Regular orientation, : Held vertically The camera detects the shooting orientation and adjusts settings for optimal shots. Orientation is also detected during playback, and in either orientation, the camera automatically rotates images as needed. However, the orientation may not be detected correctly when the camera is pointed straight up or down.
Page 201 On-Screen Information Playback (Detailed Information Display) Movies (pp. 44, 126), Compression ratio Flash (p. 121) High-speed burst (p. 98), (image quality) (p. 123) Focusing range (p. 113) Print list (p. 187) Resolution (pp. 69, 72), File size My Category (p. 149) MOV (movies) Still images: Resolution Shooting mode (p.
Page 202 On-Screen Information Summary of Movie Control Panel in “Viewing” (p. 126) Exit Play Slow Motion (Press the qr buttons to adjust the playback speed. No sound is played.) Skip Backward* (To continue skipping backward, keep holding down the m button.) Previous Frame (For fast-rewind, keep holding down the m button.) Next Frame (For fast-forward, keep holding down the m button.) Skip Forward* (To continue skipping forward, keep holding down the m...
Page 203: Functions Available In Each Shooting Mode
Functions and Menu Tables Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode Shooting Mode Function Exposure Compensation (p. 105) – AE Lock/FE Lock* (pp. 105, 122) – – – – – – Focusing Range (p. 113) – – – – Tracking AF (p. 58) –...
Page 204 Functions and Menu Tables T Y S N x v – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – –...
Page 205: Functions And Menu Tables
Functions and Menu Tables FUNC. Menu Shooting Mode Function Metering Method (p. 106) – – – – – – My Colors (p. 110) – – – White Balance (p. 108) – – – – – – Underwater White Balance Compensation (p. 82) –...
Page 206 Functions and Menu Tables T Y S N x v – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – –...
Page 207: Shooting Menu
Functions and Menu Tables 4 Shooting Menu Shooting Mode Function Face Detect* AF Frame (p. 115) Tracking AF – – – – – Center – – – – – Normal – – – – – AF Frame Size* (p. 117) Small –...
Page 208 Functions and Menu Tables T Y S N x v – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – –...
Page 209: Playback Menu
Functions and Menu Tables 3 Set up Menu Item Ref. Page Item Ref. Page Mute p. 160 Lens Retract p. 166 Volume p. 160 Power Saving pp. 36, 167 Sound Options p. 161 Time Zone p. 168 Hints & Tips p.
Page 210: Print Menu
Functions and Menu Tables 2 Print Menu Item Ref. Page Item Ref. Page Print – Select All Images p. 190 Select Images & Qty. p. 189 Clear All Selections p. 190 Select Range p. 189 Print Settings p. 187 Playback Mode FUNC. Menu Item Ref.
Page 211: Index
Index Digital zoom..........53 Display language........20 AC adapter kit........173, 179 DPOF ............187 Accessories ..........173 AE lock ............ 105 AF frames........22, 45, 115 Editing Focusing Cropping ........... 153 AF lock ............ 120 i-Contrast .......... 155 Aspect ratio ..........68 My Colors .........
Page 212 Index My Category ..........149 My Colors ........110, 154 Grid lines ........... 74 P (shooting mode) ........104 Handheld nightscene (shooting mode)..80 Package contents ........2 High-speed burst (shooting mode) .... 98 Photobook set-up ........191 Household power........179 PictBridge ........174, 180 Playback Viewing Portrait (shooting mode) ......80...
Page 213 Index Snow (shooting mode) ......81 Soft focus (shooting mode) ....... 88 Viewing Software Image search........130 DIGITAL CAMERA Solution Disk ..2 Index display........130 Installation .......... 28 Magnified display......135 Sounds ............ 160 Single-image display ......24 Stitch Assist (shooting mode)....100 Slideshow .........
Page 214 MEMO...
Page 215: Trademark Acknowledgments
USA and Canada only: The Lithium ion/polymer battery that powers the product is recyclable. Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY for information on how to recycle this battery. For CA, USA only Included lithium battery contains Perchlorate Material - special handling may apply. See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate/ for details.
Page 216 Canon U.S.A., Inc. One Canon Plaza, Lake Success, NY 11042, U.S.A. Tel No. (516) 328-5600 Canadian Radio Interference Regulations This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. To ensure proper operation of this product, use of genuine Canon accessories is recommended.
Page 217 • Reprinting, transmitting, or storing in a retrieval system any part of this guide without the permission of Canon is prohibited. • Canon reserves the right to change the contents of this guide at any time without prior notice. • Illustrations and screenshots in this guide may differ slightly from the actual equipment.
Page 218: Getting Started
Getting Started Please refer to the complete user guide included on the CD-ROM for more detailed information. • Before use, be sure to read this guide, including the safety precautions. • This guide will familiarize you with how to use the camera correctly.
Page 219: Package Contents
Package Contents Before use, make sure the following items are included in the package. If anything is missing, contact your camera dealer. Camera Battery Pack NB-9L Battery Charger (with terminal cover) CB-2LB/2LBE Interface Cable Wrist Strap IFC-400PCU WS-DC11 Getting Started DIGITAL CAMERA Warranty Card Solution Disk...
Page 220: Compatible Memory Cards
Compatible Memory Cards The following memory cards (sold separately) can be used, regardless of capacity. • microSD memory cards* • microSDHC memory cards* • microSDXC memory cards* * Conforms to SD specifications. However, not all memory cards have been verified to work with the camera.
Page 221: 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 of a camera or accessory, including memory cards, that results in the failure of an image to be recorded or to be recorded in a way that is machine readable.
Page 222: Safety Precautions
If liquids or foreign objects come into contact with the camera interior, immediately turn the camera off and remove the battery. If the battery charger becomes wet, unplug it from the outlet and consult your camera distributor or a Canon Customer Support Help Desk. • Use only the recommended battery.
Page 223 Safety Precautions • Turn the camera off in places where camera use is prohibited. The electromagnetic waves emitted by the camera may interfere with the operation of electronic instruments and other devices. Exercise adequate caution when using the camera in places where use of electronic devices is restricted, such as inside airplanes and medical facilities.
Page 224 Safety Precautions • In regular use, small amounts of smoke may be emitted from the flash. This is due to the high intensity of the flash burning dust and foreign materials stuck to the front of the unit. Please use a cotton swab to remove dirt, dust or other foreign matter from the flash to prevent heat build-up and damage to the unit.
Page 225: Part Names And Conventions In This Guide
Part Names and Conventions in This Guide Lens Power button Zoom lever Mode switch Shooting: i (telephoto) / j (wide 1 (Playback) button angle) Lamp Playback: k (magnify) / g (index) Flash Shutter button Microphone Indicator Speaker • : Important information you should know •...
Page 226 Part Names and Conventions in This Guide Battery cover Movie button b (Exposure compensation) / Up button DC coupler terminal cover e (Macro) / Left button Tripod socket h (Flash) / Right button Screen (LCD monitor) l (Display) / Down button Memory card cover Strap mount FUNC /SET button...
Page 227: Initial Preparations
Initial Preparations Prepare for shooting as follows. Attaching the Strap Thread the end of the strap through the strap hole ( ), and then pull the other end of the strap through the loop on the threaded end Holding the Camera Place the strap around your wrist.
Page 228 Initial Preparations Charging the Battery Before use, charge the battery with the included charger. Be sure to charge the battery initially, because the camera is not sold with the battery charged. Remove the cover. Insert the battery. After aligning the marks on the battery and charger, insert the battery by pushing it in ) and down (...
Page 229 Initial Preparations • To protect the battery and keep it in optimal condition, do not charge it continuously for more than 24 hours. • For battery chargers that use a power cord, do not attach the charger to other objects. Make sure that it can always move freely. •...
Page 230 Initial Preparations Inserting the Memory Card Insert a memory card (sold separately). Note that before using a new memory card (or a memory card formatted in another device), you should format the memory card with this camera (see Camera User Guide). Open the cover.
Page 231 Initial Preparations Removing the Memory Card Open the cover and push the memory card in until it clicks, and then slowly release the memory card. The memory card will pop up. Setting the Date and Time A screen for setting the date and time is displayed the first time you turn the camera on.
Page 232 Initial Preparations Set the local time zone. Press the qr buttons to choose your local time zone. Finish the setup process. Press the m button when finished. After a confirmation message, the setting screen is no longer displayed. To turn off the camera, press the power button.
Page 233: Change The Date And Time
Initial Preparations Changing the Date and Time Adjust the date and time as follows. Access the camera menu. Press the n button. Choose [Date/Time]. Move the zoom lever to choose the 3 tab. Press the op buttons to choose [Date/ Time], and then press the m button.
Page 234 Initial Preparations Display Language The display language can be changed as needed. Enter Playback mode. Press the 1 button. Access the setting screen. Press and hold the m button, and then immediately press the n button. Set the display language. Press the opqr buttons to choose a language, and then press the m button.
Page 235: Trying The Camera Out
Still Images Movies Trying the Camera Out 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. Turn the camera on.
Page 236 Trying the Camera Out Shoot. Shooting Still Images Focus. Press the shutter button lightly, halfway down. The camera beeps twice after focusing, and AF frames are displayed to indicate image areas in focus. AF Frames Shoot. Press the shutter button all the way down. As the camera shoots, a shutter sound is played, and in low-light conditions, the flash fires automatically.
Page 237 Trying the Camera Out Shooting Movies Start shooting. Press the movie button. The camera beeps once as recording begins, and [ Rec] is displayed with the elapsed time. Black bars displayed on the top and bottom Elapsed Time edges of the screen indicate image areas not recorded.
Page 238 Trying the Camera Out Viewing After shooting images or movies, you can view them on the screen as follows. Enter Playback mode. Press the 1 button. Your last shot is displayed. Browse through your images. To view the previous image, press the q button.
Page 239: Erase The Image
Trying the Camera Out Play movies. Press the m button, press the op buttons , and then press the m button to choose again. Playback now begins, and after the movie is finished, is displayed. To adjust the volume, press the op buttons during playback.
Page 240: Included Software, Pdf Manuals
Depending on the country or region where you purchased your camera, the ImageBrowser EX User Guide may not be accessible from the Help function. In such cases, it will either be included on the CD-ROM bundled with your camera, or you can download the latest version from the Canon website.
Page 241 1 GB or more (still images), 2 GB or more (movies) Interfaces Free Hard Disk 550 MB or more Space Display 1024 x 768 resolution or higher • Check the Canon website for the latest system requirements, including supported OS versions.
Page 242 Included Software, PDF Manuals Installing the Software and PDF Manuals Windows 7 and Mac OS X 10.6 are used here for the sake of illustration. Using the software auto update function, you can update to the latest version and download new functions via the Internet (some software excluded), so be sure to install the software on a computer with an Internet connection.
Page 243 Included Software, PDF Manuals Insert the larger plug of the interface cable in the computer’s USB port. For details about USB connections on the computer, refer to the computer user manual. Install the files. Turn the camera on, and follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation process.
Page 244 For Windows, follow the steps introduced below. In the screen that displays, click the link to modify the program. Choose [Downloads Images From Canon Camera using Canon CameraWindow] and then click [OK]. Double click...
Page 245: Save Images To A Computer
• To start CameraWindow in Windows Vista or XP, click [Downloads Images From Canon Camera using Canon CameraWindow] on the screen displayed when you turn the camera on in step 2. If CameraWindow is not displayed, click the [Start] menu and choose [All Programs]...
Page 246: Accessories
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 247: Specifications
Specifications Camera Effective Pixels Approx. 10.1 million pixels 12x zoom: 4.0 (W) – 48.0 (T) mm Lens Focal Length (35mm film equivalent: 28 (W) – 336 (T) mm) 3 0 type color TFT LCD LCD Monitor Effective Pixels: Approx. 461,000 dots Design rule for Camera File system, DPOF (version 1.1) File Formats compliant...
Page 248: Recording Time Per Memory Card
0.3M/640x480 20124 80988 • These values are measured according to Canon standards and may change depending on the subject, memory card and camera settings. • Table values are based on images with a 4:3 aspect ratio. Changing the aspect ratio (see Camera User Guide) will enable more shots, because less data is used per image than for 4:3 images.
Page 249: Flash Range
Specifications Flash Range Maximum wide angle (j) 50 cm – 2.5 m (approx. 1 6 – 8.2 ft.) Maximum telephoto (i) 1.0 – 1.5 m (approx. 3.3 – 4.9 ft.) Shooting Range Maximum Wide Angle Maximum Telephoto Shooting Mode Focusing Range –...
Page 250 Weight Approx. 67 g (approx. 2.36 oz.) (CB-2LBE, excluding power cord) • All data is based on tests by Canon. • Camera specifications or appearance are subject to change without notice. CAUTION RISK OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS REPLACED BY AN NCORRECT TYPE.
Page 251 USA and Canada only: The Lithium ion/polymer battery that powers the product is recyclable. Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY for information on how to recycle this battery. For CA, USA only Included lithium battery contains Perchlorate Material - special handling may apply. See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate/ for details.
Page 252 Canon U.S.A., Inc. One Canon Plaza, Lake Success, NY 11042, U.S.A. Tel No. (516) 328-5600 Canadian Radio Interference Regulations This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. To ensure proper operation of this product, use of genuine Canon accessories is recommended.
Page 253 • Reprinting, transmitting, or storing in a retrieval system any part of this guide without the permission of Canon is prohibited. • Canon reserves the right to change the contents of this guide at any time without prior notice. • Illustrations and screenshots in this guide may differ slightly from the actual equipment.

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