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Page 2: Checking The Package Contents
Read when you want to connect the camera to a computer. • Detailed user guides (PDF format) for the included ZoomBrowser EX and ImageBrowser programs are available on the Canon website (English only): http://web.canon.jp/imaging/information-e.html • A memory card is not included.
Page 3: Read This First
This camera’s warranty is only effective in the country of sale. If there is a problem with the camera while abroad, please return it to the country of sale before proceeding with a warranty claim to a Canon Customer Support Help Desk. For Canon Customer Support contacts, please see the customer support list supplied with your camera.
Page 4: What Do You Want To Do
What Do You Want to Do? Shoot ● Shoot, leaving it to the camera to make settings ... . 26 ● Shoot to match special conditions....56 – 59 Take good people shots Portraits With nightscapes...
Page 5 ● Maintain the focus on moving subjects (Servo AF)... 82 ● Make dark subjects appear brighter (i-Contrast)... . . 87 View ●...
Page 6: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Chapters 1 – 3 explain the basic operations and frequently used functions of this camera. Chapters 4 onward explain the advanced functions, letting you learn more as you read each chapter. Checking the Package Contents ...2 Read This First ...3 What Do You Want to Do? ...4 Conventions Used in this Guide ...8 Safety Precautions...9...
Page 7 Changing the Image Quality (Compression Ratio) ... 70 b Adjusting the Brightness (Exposure Compensation) ... 72 W Continuous Shooting ... 72 Changing the ISO Speed ... 73 Adjusting the White Balance ... 74 Changing the Tone of an Image (My Colors) ... 75 Î...
Page 8: Conventions Used In This Guide
Conventions Used in this Guide 8 Customizing the Camera ..129 Changing Functions...130 Changing Shooting Functions...134 Changing Playback Functions ...137 Changing the Start-up Image or Sound ...137 Conventions Used in this Guide • Icons are used in the text to represent the camera buttons and switches. •...
Page 9: Safety Precautions
Safety Precautions • Before using the camera, please ensure that you read the safety precautions described below. Always ensure that the camera is operated correctly. • The safety precautions noted on the following pages are intended to prevent injuries to yourself and other persons, or damage to the equipment.
Page 10 If the battery charger becomes wet, unplug it from the outlet and consult your camera distributor or the closest Canon Customer Support Help Desk. • Use only the specified battery charger to charge the battery.
Page 11 • Do not aim the camera at bright light sources (the sun, etc.). Doing so may cause malfunctions or damage the image sensor. • This camera cannot be used underwater at a depth greater than 10 m (33 ft.), or in hot springs and other mineralized waters.
Page 13: Getting Started
This chapter explains preparations before shooting, how to shoot in ƒ (Auto) mode, and then how to view, erase and print the images you take. The latter part of this chapter explains how to shoot and view movies and transfer images to a computer. Attaching the Strap/Holding the Camera •...
Page 14: Cautions When Using This Waterproof, Dustproof, And Shock Resistant Camera
10 m (33 ft.). However, it can not be used in hot springs or other mineralized waters. Please be aware that Canon is not liable for any damage to the camera, batteries, memory cards, or saved data caused by water leakage due to mistaken operation of the product.
Page 15 About the Waterproof Seals • Scratches or cracks in the waterproof seals could cause damage or leaks. Contact the closest Canon Customer Support Help Desk for immediate repair. The waterproof seal will be replaced on a chargeable basis.
Page 16: Charging The Battery
Charging the Battery Use the included charger to charge the battery. To protect the battery and prolong its life, do not charge it for longer than 24 hours continuously. Remove the cover. Insert the battery. ● Align the marks on the battery and charger, then insert the battery by sliding it and down Charge the battery.
Page 17 This is a normal characteristic of the battery and does not indicate a problem. However, if the battery bulges to the point where it will no longer fit into the camera, please contact a Canon Customer Support Help Desk. •...
Page 18: Inserting The Battery And Memory Card
Inserting the Battery and Memory Card Insert the included battery and a memory card into the camera. Waterproof seal Terminals Terminals Check the card’s write-protect tab. ● If the memory card has a write-protect tab, you will not be able to record images if the tab is in the locked position.
Page 19: Removing The Battery And Memory Card
• Do not open the covers when the camera is wet or submerged in water. If the camera is wet, wipe it off with a soft, dry cloth until it is completely dry. • Be sure that the waterproof seals and the areas around them are kept free from scratches and foreign objects such as sand, dirt, or hair.
Page 20: Compatible Memory Cards
Inserting the Battery and Memory Card Approximate Number of Shots per Memory Card Memory Card Number of shots • Values are based on the default settings. • The number of shots that can be taken will vary depending on camera settings, the subject and the memory card used.
Page 21: Setting The Date And Time
Setting the Date and Time The Date/Time settings screen will appear the first time the camera is turned on. Since the dates and times recorded into your images are based on these settings, be sure to set them. Reappearing Date/Time screen Set the correct date and time.
Page 22: Changing The Date And Time
Setting the Date and Time Changing the Date and Time You can change the current date and time settings. Date/Time battery • The camera has a built-in date/time battery (backup battery) that allows the date/time settings to be retained about three weeks after the battery pack has been removed.
Page 23: Setting The Display Language
Setting the Display Language You can change the language displayed in the LCD monitor menus and messages. What if the clock appears when the m button is pressed? The clock will display if too much time passes between pressing the m button and the n button in Step 2.
Page 24: Formatting Memory Cards
Formatting Memory Cards Before you use a new memory card or one that has been used in other devices, you should format the card with this camera. Formatting (initializing) a memory card erases all data on the memory card. As you cannot retrieve the erased data, exercise adequate caution before formatting the memory card.
Page 25: Pressing The Shutter Button
Pressing the Shutter Button The shutter button has two stops. To take images that are in focus, be sure to first press the shutter button lightly (halfway) to focus, then take the shot. Does the length of the shutter sound change? •...
Page 26: Taking Pictures
ƒ Taking Pictures Since the camera can determine the subject and shooting conditions, you can let it automatically select the best settings for the scene and just shoot. The camera can also detect and focus on faces, setting the color and brightness to optimal levels.
Page 27 AF Frames What if... • The camera does not play any sounds? Pressing the l button while turning on the camera power will turn off all sounds except for warning sounds. To turn the sounds on, press the n button, select the 3 tab, and then select [Mute]. Use the [Off].
Page 28: Scene Icons
ƒ Taking Pictures • The image comes out dark even if the flash fired when shooting? Your subject is too far away. When you have pressed j so that the camera is at maximum wide angle, your shooting range is 30 cm – 3.2 m (1.0 – 10 ft.). Your shooting range is about 30 cm –...
Page 29: Viewing Images
1 Viewing Images You can view your images on the screen. a Erasing Images You can select and erase images one at a time. Please note that erased images cannot be recovered. Exercise adequate caution before erasing an image. Select the playback mode. Press the 1 button.
Page 30: Printing Images
c Printing Images c Printing Images You can easily print the images you have taken if you connect the camera to a PictBridge compliant printer (sold separately). Items to Prepare • Camera and PictBridge compliant printer (sold separately) • Interface cable supplied with the camera (p. 2) Waterproof seal Erase the image.
Page 31: Turn On The Camera
• Refer to the Personal Printing Guide for details on the best ways to print. • For more information on Canon printers (sold separately) with PictBridge support, please see pp. 38, 39. Turn on the printer. Turn on the camera.
Page 32: E Shooting Movies
E Shooting Movies The camera can automatically select all settings so that you can shoot movies just by pressing the shutter button. Shooting Time Select the X mode. Press the 4 / E button, then use the qr ● buttons to select E. Use the op buttons to select X, then ●...
Page 33: Stop Shooting
Elapsed Time Microphone Estimated Shooting Times Memory Card Shooting Time • Shooting times are based on default settings. Shooting time can be checked on the screen in Step 1. • Recording will automatically stop when either the clip file size reaches 4 GB or the recording time reaches approximately 1 hour.
Page 34: Viewing Movies
1 Viewing Movies You can view your movies on the screen. • When watching a movie on a computer, frames may drop, it may not play smoothly, and the audio may stop suddenly depending on the computer’s capabilities. • If you use the supplied software to copy the movie back onto the memory card, you can play back the movie smoothly.
Page 35: Transferring Images To A Computer
Viewing images Pentium 1.3 GHz or higher Viewing movies Core2 Duo 1.66 GHz or higher Viewing images Viewing movies 1 GB or more Interface Free Hard Disk Canon Utilities Space Display 1,024 × 768 pixels or higher Macintosh Mac OS X v10.4 – v10.5...
Page 36: Install The Software
Transferring Images to a Computer Preparations Windows XP and Mac OS X (v10.4) are used for these explanations. Waterproof seal Install the software. Windows Place the DIGITAL CAMERA Solution Disk in the computer’s CD-ROM drive. Begin installation. Install the software. ●...
Page 37 Turn on the camera. Press the 1 button to turn on the camera. ● Open CameraWindow. Windows ● Select [Canon CameraWindow] and click [OK]. CameraWindow will appear. ● If CameraWindow does not appear, click the [Start] menu and select [All Programs]...
Page 38: Accessories
Accessories Supplied with Camera Strap mount, Wrist Strap WS-DC8 Battery Pack NB-6L (with Terminal Cover)* Battery Charger CB-2LY/CB-2LYE* Accessory Kits * Shoulder and Neck Strap Set STP-DC1 * *1 Also available for purchase separately. *2 See the user guide supplied with the printer for more information on the printer and interface cables.
Page 39 Use of genuine Canon accessories is recommended. 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 40: Separately Sold Accessories
Separately Sold Accessories The following camera accessories are sold separately. Some accessories are not sold in some regions, or may no longer be available. Power Supplies • AC Adapter Kit ACK-DC40 This kit lets you power the camera using household power. Recommended for powering the camera for an extended period of time or when connecting to a computer.
Page 41: Learning More
Learning More This chapter explains the parts of the camera and what displays on the screen, as well as the basic operating instructions.
Page 42: Components Guide
Components Guide Strap Mount (p. 13) Lamp (AF Assist Beam (p. 134)/ Red-Eye Reduction Lamp (p. 134)/ Self-Timer Lamp (p. 65)) Microphone (p. 33) Lens Release button (p. 13) (Shooting) / Use the 4 / E button and the qrop buttons to change the shooting mode.
Page 43 2 (Direct Print) Button (pp. 30, 124, 136) 4 / E (Shooting/Movie) Button (p. 79) 1 (Playback) Button (pp. 29, 101) Screen (LCD Monitor) (p. 44) Waterproof seal (p. 18) Indicator (p. 46) DC IN Terminal A/V OUT (Audio/Video Output) and DIGITAL Terminal (pp.
Page 44: Information Displayed On The Screen
Information Displayed on the Screen Shooting (Information Display) ISO Speed (p. 73) White Balance (p. 74) My Colors (p. 75) Metering Modes (p. 85) Drive Mode (p. 72) Image Quality (Compression) (p. 70) Recording Pixels (p. 70) Digital Zoom Magnification (p. 61), Digital Tele-Converter (p.
Page 45: Switching The Display
Playback (Detailed Information Display) Print List (p. 124) My Category (p. 116) Shooting Mode Shutter Speed Exposure Compensation (p. 72) White Balance (p. 74) Histogram (p. 46) Image Editing (pp. 119 –123) Image Quality (Compression) (p. 70), (Movies) (p. 96) Recording Pixels (p.
Page 46: Indicator
Information Displayed on the Screen Display in Dark Conditions during Shooting The display automatically brightens when shooting in dark conditions, allowing you to check the composition (Night Display function). However, the brightness of the image on the screen, and the brightness of the actual image recorded may be different.
Page 47: Func. Menu - Basic Operations
m FUNC. Menu – Basic Operations Commonly used shooting functions can be set with the FUNC. menu. The menu and menu items differ depending on the shooting mode (p. 150). Selectable Options Menu Items Select a shooting mode. Press the 4 / E button, then use the qr ●...
Page 48: Menu - Basic Operations
n Menu – Basic Operations Various functions can be set from the menus. The menu items are organized under tabs, such as for shooting (4) and playback (1). The menu items differ depending on the mode (pp. 152 – 155). Display the menu.
Page 49: Changing The Sound Settings
Changing the Sound Settings You can silence or adjust the volume of camera sounds. Muting Sounds Adjusting the Volume Display the menu. Press the n button. ● Select [Mute]. Press the qr buttons to select the 3 tab. ● Press the op buttons to select [Mute], ●...
Page 50: Changing The Screen Brightness
Changing the Screen Brightness The screen brightness can be changed in two ways. With the n Button With the l Button • The next time you turn on the camera, the screen will be at the brightness setting selected in the 3 tab. When you have set the brightness to its highest setting in the 3 tab, you •...
Page 51: Returning The Camera To Default Settings
Returning the Camera to Default Settings When you have mistakenly changed a setting, you can reset the camera to the default settings. Are there functions that cannot be reset? The [Date/Time] (p. 21) in the 3 tab, [Language] (p. 23), [Video System] •...
Page 52: Low Level Memory Card Formatting
Low Level Memory Card Formatting Perform low level formatting when you think that the recording/reading speed of a memory card has dropped. Low level formatting a memory card completely erases all data on the memory card. As you cannot retrieve the erased data, exercise adequate caution before formatting the memory card.
Page 53: Power Saving Function (Auto Power Down)
Power Saving Function (Auto Power Down) To save battery power, the camera shuts down automatically when it is not operated for a certain time. Power Saving during Shooting The monitor will turn off approximately 1 minute after the camera is last operated, and the indicator on the back of the camera lights green.
Page 55: Shooting In Special Conditions And Commonly Used Functions
Conditions and Commonly This chapter explains how to shoot in different conditions, as well as how to use other common functions, such as the flash and self-timer. • When you select a mode that matches a particular set of conditions, the camera will automatically select any necessary settings.
Page 56: K Shooting In Various Conditions
K Shooting in Various Conditions The camera will select the necessary settings for the conditions in which you wish to shoot when you select the matching mode. Select the shooting mode. After pressing the 4 / E button, use the ●...
Page 57: Night Snapshot
K Shooting in Various Conditions F Take snapshots at night (Night Snapshot) ● Lets you take beautiful snapshots of people against city nightscapes or night backgrounds. ● If you hold the camera firmly, you can take pictures with reduced camera shake, even without a tripod.
Page 58 K Shooting in Various Conditions w Take shots of people at the beach (Beach) ● Lets you take bright shots of people on sandy beaches where the reflected sunlight is strong. S Shoot underwater (Underwater) ● For shooting underwater landscapes and creatures with natural tones.
Page 59 Z Shoot using high ISO speed In F, V, H, S or y mode, images may appear coarse because the • ISO speed (p. 73) is increased to match the shooting conditions. In t mode, attach the camera to a tripod to prevent the camera from •...
Page 60: Turning The Flash Off
! Turning the Flash Off You can shoot with the flash turned off. What if the indicator blinks orange and a flashing appears? When you press the shutter button halfway in low light conditions where camera shake is likely, the indicator will blink orange and a flashing screen.
Page 61: Zooming In More Closely On Subjects (Digital Zoom)
Zooming in More Closely on Subjects (Digital Zoom) You can use the digital zoom to zoom up to a maximum of 12x and capture subjects that are too far away for the optical zoom (p. 27) to enlarge. The images may appear coarse, however, depending on the recording pixel setting (p.
Page 62 Zooming in More Closely on Subjects (Digital Zoom) Digital Tele-Converter The focal length of the lens can be increased by an equivalent of 1.5x or 2.0x. This enables a faster shutter speed and less chance of camera shake than the zoom (including digital zoom) used by itself at the same zoom factor.
Page 63: Inserting The Date And Time
Inserting the Date and Time You can insert the shooting date and time in the lower right corner of an image. Once inserted, however, they cannot be deleted. Be sure to check beforehand that the date and time are correctly set (p. 21). Inserting and printing the date and time in images which do not have an embedded date and time •...
Page 64: Ò Using The Self-Timer
Ò Using the Self-Timer The self-timer can be used to shoot a group photo that includes the camera operator. The camera will activate approximately 10 seconds after the shutter button is pressed. You can change the delay time and number of shots (p. 77). Press the p button.
Page 65: Using The Face Self-Timer
" Using the Face Self-Timer Once you compose the shot, such as for a group photo, and press the shutter button, the camera will take three shots in a row two seconds after it detects your face (p. 80) when you enter the composition. What if a face is not detected? Even if your face is not detected after joining the subjects, the shutter will release approximately 30 seconds later.
Page 67: Selecting Settings Yourself
Selecting Settings Yourself In this chapter you will learn how to use the various functions in G mode to progressively advance your shooting skills. This chapter assumes that the shooting mode is set to G. • G stands for Program AE. •...
Page 68: G Shooting In Program Ae
G Shooting in Program AE You can select the settings for various functions to suit your preferences. AE stands for Auto Exposure. What if the shutter speed and aperture value are displayed in red? If a correct exposure cannot be obtained when pressing the shutter button halfway, the shutter speed and aperture value display in red.
Page 69: Shooting Close-Ups (Macro)
e Shooting Close-ups (Macro) You can shoot an object at a close distance or even shoot extreme close- ups of it. The possible shooting range is approximately 3 – 50 cm (1.2 in. – 1.6 ft.) from the end of the lens when the j button is pressed and the camera is at maximum wide angle, and approximately 30 –...
Page 70: Changing The Recording Pixels
Changing the Recording Pixels You can select the recording pixels (image size) from six settings. If you select Converter (p. 62). Changing the Image Quality (Compression Ratio) You can select from the following two levels of image quality: (Fine), (Normal). Select the recording pixels.
Page 71 0.3 M/640 × 480 (Widescreen) 4000 × 2248 • The values in the table are measured according to Canon standards and may change depending on the subject, memory card and camera settings. Approximate Values for Paper Size A4, Letter size 5"...
Page 72: Adjusting The Brightness (Exposure Compensation)
b Adjusting the Brightness (Exposure Compensation) You can adjust the standard exposure set by the camera in 1/3-stop increments in the range of –2 to +2. W Continuous Shooting You can shoot continuously at about 1.1 images/second. • Cannot be used with the self-timer (pp. 64, 65, 76, 77). •...
Page 73: Changing The Iso Speed
Changing the ISO Speed Approximate Values for ISO Speed Automatically adjusts the ISO speed to the shooting mode and shooting conditions. Fine weather conditions, outdoor shooting. Cloudy, Twilight High Nightscapes, Dark interiors Changing the ISO speed • Lowering the ISO speed results in sharper images, but there may be an increased chance of image blurring in certain shooting conditions.
Page 74: Adjusting The White Balance
Adjusting the White Balance The white balance (WB) function sets the optimal white balance for natural looking colors. Automatically sets the optimal white balance for the shooting Auto conditions. Day Light Fine weather conditions, outdoor shooting Cloudy Cloudy, shady, twilight conditions Tungsten Tungsten, bulb-type (3-wavelength) fluorescent lighting Warm-white fluorescent, cool-white fluorescent, warm-white-type...
Page 75: Changing The Tone Of An Image (My Colors)
Changing the Tone of an Image (My Colors) You can change the tone of an image to sepia or black and white when shooting. My Colors Off Vivid Neutral Sepia Positive Film Lighter Skin Tone Darker Skin Tone Vivid Blue Vivid Green Vivid Red Custom Color...
Page 76: Î Shooting Using The Two Second Self-Timer
Changing the Tone of an Image (My Colors) Custom Color The contrast, sharpness, color saturation, red, green, blue, and skin tones in an image can be selected and set from 5 different levels. Î Shooting Using the Two Second Self-Timer You can set the self-timer to a delay of approximately two seconds.
Page 77: Customizing The Self-Timer
$ Customizing the Self-Timer You can set the time delay (0 – 30 seconds) and the number of shots taken (1 – 10 shots). What if the number of shots is set to two or more shots? • Exposure and white balance settings are set with the first shot. •...
Page 78: Changing The Composition With The Focus Lock
Changing the Composition with the Focus Lock While you press and hold the shutter button halfway, the focus and exposure are fixed. You can now recompose and shoot. This is called Focus Lock. Focus. ● Center the subject you want in focus, and press the shutter button halfway.
Page 79: Getting More Out Of Your Camera
Getting More Out of Your This chapter serves as the advanced version of Chapter 4 and explains how to take pictures using various functions. This chapter assumes that the shooting mode is set to G. • • “≈ Shooting Long Exposures” (p. 90), “Changing the Color and Shooting” (p.
Page 80: Changing The Af Frame Mode
Changing the AF Frame Mode You can change the AF (Auto Focus) frame mode to match the conditions you want to shoot. Face AiAF • Detects people’s faces and sets the focus, exposure (evaluative metering only) and white balance ( •...
Page 81: Magnifying The Focal Point
If the camera cannot focus when you press the shutter button halfway, the AF frame will turn yellow. Magnifying the Focal Point If you press the shutter button halfway, the AF frame will magnify and you can check the focus. What if the display does not magnify? The display will not appear magnified in [Face AiAF] mode if a face cannot be detected (p.
Page 82: Shooting With The Af Lock
% Shooting with the AF Lock The focus can be locked. After locking the focus, the focal distance will not change even when you release your finger from the shutter button. Shooting with Servo AF Since focus will be maintained on a subject while you press the shutter button halfway, you can shoot moving subjects without missing photo opportunities.
Page 83: Shooting In Manual Focus Mode
f Shooting in Manual Focus Mode When focusing cannot be achieved with autofocus, you can manually set an approximate focus and then press the shutter button halfway to fine-tune the focus range. Changing the Distance Units Press the n button, then in the 3 tab, scroll down to [Distance Units] where you can select the desired units of measurement.
Page 84: Selecting The Person To Focus On (Face Select)
0 Selecting the Person to Focus On (Face Select) You can select a specific person's face to focus on and then shoot. Frame Confirming the number of detected faces Keeping the c button pressed will display the number of faces detected by the camera (35 at the most) (green: main subject’s face, white: detected face).
Page 85: Changing The Metering Mode
Changing the Metering Mode You can change the metering mode (brightness measuring function) to match the shooting conditions. Suitable for standard shooting conditions, including back lit shots. Evaluative Automatically adjusts the exposure to match the shooting conditions. Center Averages the light metered from the entire frame, but gives Weighted Avg.
Page 86: Shooting With The Fe Lock
( Shooting with the FE Lock Just as with the AE lock (p. 85), you can lock the exposure for shooting with the flash. FE stands for “Flash Exposure”. … Shooting with Slow Synchro You can make the main subject, such as people, appear bright by having the camera provide the appropriate illumination with the flash.
Page 87: Making Dark Subjects Appear Brighter (I-Contrast)
@ Making Dark Subjects Appear Brighter (i-Contrast) The camera can automatically detect and compensate for faces or subjects that appear dark in certain shooting conditions. Under some conditions, the image may appear coarse or the exposure setting may not be suitable. You can correct recorded images (p.
Page 88: Œ Red-Eye Correction
Œ Red-Eye Correction You can automatically correct red eyes in images taken with the flash. Red-eye correction may be applied to other red parts than red eyes. For example, when red make-up has been used around eyes. • You can correct recorded images (p. 123). If you press the r button as shown on the screen in Step 2 and then •...
Page 89: Checking For Shut Eyes
Checking for Shut Eyes When the camera detects that there is a possibility that people have their eyes shut, appears. In W, " and $ mode, the function is only available for the last image shot. Select [Blink Detection]. Press the n button, select the 4 ●...
Page 90: Shooting Long Exposures
≈ Shooting Long Exposures You can set the shutter speed to a range between 1 and 15 seconds to shoot long exposures. However, you should attach the camera to a tripod to prevent the camera from moving and blurring the image. •...
Page 91: Changing The Color And Shooting
Changing the Color and Shooting You can change the look of an image when shooting. However, the shooting conditions may cause the image to become coarse, or the colors may not come out as expected. T Color Accent You can select to retain a single color and change the rest to black and white in a composition.
Page 92 Changing the Color and Shooting Y Color Swap You can swap one color in an image for another when recording it. You can only swap one color. Select Y. Follow Step 2 on p. 56 to select Y. ● Press the l button. ●...
Page 93 • Using the flash may cause unexpected results in this mode. • The recorded color and range of colors will be saved even if you turn off the power. • Under some conditions, the image may appear coarse. Changing the Color and Shooting Specify the range of colors to be swapped.
Page 94: L Shooting Stitch Assist Images
L Shooting Stitch Assist Images Large subjects can be split into several shots that can later be merged together using the included software on a computer to create a panoramic image. This function is not available when a TV is used as the monitor (p. 77). Select x or v.
Page 95: Using Various Functions For Shooting Movies
Using Various Functions for Shooting Movies This chapter provides more advanced information than the “E Shooting Movies” and “1 Viewing Movies” sections of Chapter 1. This chapter assumes that the shooting mode is set to E. •...
Page 96: Changing The Movie Mode
Changing the Movie Mode You can select between three movie modes. X Standard For shooting standard quality movies. These shooting modes let you change all colors except the > Color Accent selected color to black and white, or exchange the selected color for another color, when shooting.
Page 97: Ae Lock/Exposure Shift
320 × 240 pixels, 30 frames/sec. Estimated Shooting Time Image Quality (Frame Rate) • Based on Canon’s testing standards. • Recording will automatically stop when either the clip file size reaches 4 GB or the recording time reaches approximately 1 hour. •...
Page 98: Other Shooting Functions
Other Shooting Functions The following functions can be used in the same way as for still images. For > and z modes, the functions with an * attached can be used in the same way as for still images. • Zooming in More Closely on Subjects (Digital Zoom) (p.
Page 99: Editing
Summary for “1 Viewing Movies” (p. 34) Exit Playback Slow Motion Playback (you can use the qr buttons to adjust the speed. Sound will not play back.) Display the first frame Previous frame (Rewind if you hold down the m button.) Next frame (Fast forward if you hold down the m button.) Display the last frame Edit (p.
Page 100: Save The Edited Movie
* Editing • When [Overwrite] in Step 4 is selected, the unedited movie is overwritten with the edited movie, erasing the original movie. • When there is not enough space left on the memory card, only [Overwrite] can be selected. •...
Page 101: Using Playback And Other Functions
Using Playback and Other The first part of this chapter explains various ways to play back and edit images. The latter part explains how to specify images for printing. Press the 1 button to select the Playback mode before operating the •...
Page 102: Searching Images (Index Display)
g Searching Images (Index Display) Displaying multiple images at a time lets you quickly find the image you want. Images in Sets of 9 Jump bar If the jump bar is displayed, pressing qr while holding the m button will jump to either the first or last set of images.
Page 103: Viewing Images In Filtered Playback
d Viewing Images in Filtered Playback When there are many images on the memory card, you can filter and display them by a specified condition. You can also delete (p. 110) or protect (p. 114) all images at once in the filtered condition. Setting the Conditions Jump Shot Date Jump to My Category...
Page 104 d Viewing Images in Filtered Playback Jump by What if you can’t select a target? When you select in Step 1 on p. 103, you can only select images sorted into categories. Also, you can only select 1 target when there are only images with the same date in Filter playback In filter playback (Step 2), you can view filtered images with “g Searching...
Page 105: Viewing Slideshows
. Viewing Slideshows You can automatically play back images recorded to a memory card. Each image displays for approximately 3 seconds. If you press the qr buttons during playback, the image will switch. If you • press and hold down the qr buttons you can fast-forward through images.
Page 106 . Viewing Slideshows Playback Filter All Images Plays back all images. Date Plays back images from a specified shooting date (See below). My Category Plays back images from a specified category (See below, p. 116). Folder Plays back images from a specified folder (See below). Movies Plays back movies only.
Page 107: Checking The Focus
Checking the Focus You can magnify the area of a recorded image that was inside the AF frame or the area of a face that was detected to check the focus. Press the l button, and switch to the focus check display (p. 45). A white frame will appear where the AF frame or face was when the focus was set.
Page 108: Magnifying Images
k Magnifying Images Approximate Location of Displayed Area + Changing Image Transitions You can select from four transition effects when switching between images in single image playback. Press the k button. ● The display will zoom in on the image and will appear, if you continue to hold the k button, it will continue to zoom in up to a factor of 10x.
Page 109: Viewing Images On A Tv
Viewing Images on a TV Using the supplied AV cable, you can connect the camera to a TV to view images you have shot. Items to Prepare • Camera and TV • AV cable supplied with the camera (p. 2) White or black Yellow Yellow...
Page 110: Erasing All Images
/ Erasing All Images You can select images and erase them in groups. Since erased images cannot be recovered, exercise adequate caution before erasing. Protected images (p. 114) cannot be erased. Selecting Images Individually Select [Erase]. Press the n button, select the 1 tab ●...
Page 111 Select Range / Erasing All Images Press the n button. Erase. Press the qr buttons, select [OK] and ● press the m button. Select [Select Range]. ● Follow Step 2 on p. 110 to select [Select Range] and press the m button. Select the starting image.
Page 112 / Erasing All Images Select All Images Erase. Press the p button to select [Erase], then ● press the m button. Select [All Images]. ● Follow Step 2 on p. 110 to select [All Images] and press the m button. Erase.
Page 113 Select by Category What if you cannot select [Select by Category]? If there are no images that have been sorted into categories (p. 116), you will not be able to select [Select by Category] in Step 1. / Erasing All Images Select [Select by Date], [Select by Category] or [Select by Folder].
Page 114: Protecting Images
: Protecting Images You can protect important images so that they cannot be erased by the camera (pp. 29, 110). If you format the memory card (pp. 24, 52), protected images will also be erased. Protected images cannot be erased with the camera’s erase function. To erase an image, cancel protection first.
Page 115: Protect Images
Select Range Select All Images Select by Category You can unlock groups of protected images if you select [Unlock] in Step 2, while in [Select Range], [All Images] or [Select by Category]. : Protecting Images Select [Select Range]. ● Follow Step 2 on p. 114 to select [Select Range] and press the m button.
Page 116: Organizing Images By Category (My Category)
; Organizing Images by Category (My Category) You can categorize images. You can also use the categorized images in the following functions. • Viewing Images in Filtered Playback (p. 103), Slideshow (p. 105), Erase All (p. 110), Protect (p. 114), Print Settings (DPOF) (p. 125) Images are automatically categorized by shooting condition as they are shot.
Page 117 Selecting Images Individually Select Range If you select [Deselect] in Step 2, you can deselect all of the images in the [Select Range] category. ; Organizing Images by Category (My Category) Select [Select]. ● Follow Step 2 on p. 116 to select [Select] and press the m button.
Page 118: Rotating Images
\ Rotating Images You can change the orientation of an image and save it. Select [Rotate]. Press the n button and select the 1 ● tab, then select [Rotate] and press the m button. Rotate the image. Press the qr buttons to select an image ●...
Page 119: Resizing Images
= Resizing Images You can resize images to a lower pixel setting and save the resized image as a separate file. • You cannot resize an image to a larger size. • You cannot resize images taken with the Select [Resize]. Press the n button and select the 1 ●...
Page 120: Trimming
[ Trimming You can cut out a portion of a recorded image and save it as a new image file. Trimming Area Trimming Area Display Recorded pixels after trimming • • Trimming is only possible for images shot at aspect ratio 4:3 (vertical 3:4). •...
Page 121: Adding Effects With The My Colors Function
? Adding Effects with the My Colors Function You can change the color of an image and save it as a separate image. Refer to p. 75 for details on each menu item. • If you repeatedly change the color of an image, the quality will gradually deteriorate and you may not achieve the expected color.
Page 122: Making Dark Subjects Appear Brighter (I-Contrast)
@ Making Dark Subjects Appear Brighter (i-Contrast) Detects and compensates for dark sections of subjects or people’s faces and saves the image as a separate file. You can select 4 levels of correction: [Auto], [Low], [Medium] or [High]. What if the image wasn’t corrected by the [Auto] option as well as you would like? Select [Low], [Medium] or [High] and adjust the image.
Page 123: Correcting The Red-Eye Effect
] Correcting the Red-Eye Effect You can automatically correct red eyes in images and save them as new files. • Some images may not be properly corrected. • When [Overwrite] in Step 4 is selected, the uncorrected image is overwritten with the corrected data, erasing the original image. •...
Page 124: Printing From The Print List (Dpof)
DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) standards. Easily Add Images to the Print List Print Added Images The following examples use the Canon SELPHY series printers. Please also refer to the Personal Printing Guide. Number of copies to print Select an image.
Page 125: Selecting Images For Printing (Dpof)
Selecting Images for Printing (DPOF) You can select certain images on a memory card for printing (up to 998 images) and specify the number of print copies so they can be printed together or processed at a photo developer service. These selection methods comply with the DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) standards.
Page 126 Selecting Images for Printing (DPOF) • With [Index] selected, the [Date] and [File No.] options cannot be set to [On] at the same time. • The date will be printed in the style set in the [Date/Time] function in the 3 tab (p.
Page 127: Set All Images To Print Once
Select Range Set All Images to Print Once Select by Category Selecting Images for Printing (DPOF) Select [Select Range]. ● Select [Select Range] in Step 1 on p. 126 and press the m button. ● Select images according to Steps 2 and 3 on p.
Page 128 Selecting Images for Printing (DPOF) Clearing All Selections Select [Clear All Selections]. ● Select [Clear All Selections] in Step 1 on p. 126, and press the m button. Press the qr buttons to select [OK], then ● press the m button. All selections will be cleared.
Page 129: Customizing The Camera
Customizing the Camera You can customize various functions to suit your shooting preferences. The first part of this chapter explains convenient and commonly used functions. The latter part explains how to change shooting and playback settings to suit your purposes.
Page 130: Changing Functions
Changing Functions You can customize convenient and commonly used functions from the 3 tab (p. 48). Turning off the Power Saving Function You can set the power saving function (p. 53) to [Off]. Setting it to [On] is recommended to save battery power. Setting the Screen Shut-Off Time You can adjust the time the screen takes to shut off automatically (p.
Page 131: Using The World Clock
Using the World Clock When traveling abroad, you can record images with local dates and times simply by switching the time zone setting if you pre-register the destination time zones. You can enjoy the convenience of not having to switch the Date/ Time settings.
Page 132: Creating A Folder
Changing Functions If you change the date or time in the date will automatically change. Changing the File Number Assignment Images you shoot are automatically assigned file numbers in the order they were taken, from 0001 – 9999, and saved to folders of up to 2,000 images. You can change the file number assignment.
Page 133 Creating Folders by Day and Time You can set a day and time for folder creation. Turning off Auto Rotate When you play back images on the camera, images shot in vertical orientation automatically rotate and display vertically. You can turn off this function.
Page 134: Changing Shooting Functions
Changing Shooting Functions If you set the shooting mode to G (p. 68), you can change the settings in the 4 tab (p. 48). Before attempting to shoot using a function explained in this chapter in modes other than G mode, check if the function is available in those modes (pp.
Page 135: Changing The Image Display Time
Changing the Image Display Time You can change the length of time the images display directly after shooting. Changing the Image Display Right After Shooting You can change the image display that appears after shooting. Displaying the Overlay You can display gridlines for vertical and horizontal guidance, or a 3:2 guide to confirm the printable area for L size or postcard size prints.
Page 136: Registering Functions To The C Button
Changing Shooting Functions • mode, you cannot set [3:2 Guide] or [Both]. • Grid Lines will not be recorded on the image. • The gray areas displayed with [3:2 Guide] are the areas that will not be printed. The actual image recorded will include the portion in the gray areas.
Page 137: Changing Playback Functions
• Press if you want to cancel a function. • When this symbol is shown on the bottom right of an icon, the function cannot be used in the current shooting mode or function setting. , each press of the c button records white balance data (p. 74), •...
Page 138 Changing the Start-up Image or Sound Changing the Start-up Screen Setting a Recorded Image as the Start-up Screen Image When you press the 1 button and set the camera to playback mode, you can register sounds and images. Any previously registered start-up image will be overwritten when registering a new start-up image.
Page 139: Useful Information
Useful Information This chapter introduces how to use the AC adapter kit (sold separately), troubleshooting tips and contains lists of functions. The index also appears at the end.
Page 140: Using Household Power
Using Household Power If you use AC Adapter Kit ACK-DC40 (sold separately), you can use the camera without worrying about how much charge is left in the battery. The DR-40 coupler included with the adapter kit cannot be used with this camera.
Page 141: Changing The Strap
Changing the Strap Using the Shoulder and Neck Strap Set STP-DC1 (Sold Separately) or Carabiner Strap STP-DC2 (Sold Separately), you can easily change straps to suit your location. Changing the Strap. ● Using the instructions on p. 13 remove the wrist strap from the camera and attach the desired strap.
Page 142 Changing the Strap Neck strap Shoulder strap Carabiner strap Do not use the neck, shoulder, or carabiner straps in water. While underwater, use the wrist strap included with this unit (p. 2).
Page 143: Changing The Front Cover
Changing the Front Cover You can change the front cover using the Front Cover Set FC-DC1 (Sold Separately). Removal tab Do not remove other screws besides the two on the front cover. Remove the screws. ● Using the tool included in the accessory set, remove the two screws.
Page 144: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting If you think there is a problem with the camera, first check the following. If the items below do not solve your problem, contact a Canon Customer Support Help Desk as listed on the included customer support list. Power You pressed the power button, but nothing happened.
Page 145: Image Is Blurred
Image is blurred. • Press the shutter button halfway to focus, then shoot (p. 25). • Shoot the subject within the focusing distance (p. 157). • Set the [AF-assist Beam] to [On] (p. 134). • Confirm that functions which you do not intend to use (macro, etc.) are not set. •...
Page 146: Shooting Movies
Troubleshooting Recording images to the memory card takes a long time, or continuous shooting slows down. • Perform a low-level format of the memory card in the camera (p. 52). When you can’t make settings for shooting functions or FUNC. menu.
Page 147: List Of Messages That Appear On The Screen
Install the memory card in the correct direction when shooting (p. 18). Memory card error (p. 52) • Contact your Canon Customer Support Help Desk as there may be a problem with the camera. Memory card full •...
Page 148 A lens error was detected. Press the power button to turn the camera off and back on (p. 42). If this error message continues to display, contact your Canon Customer Support Help Desk as there may be a problem with the lens.
Page 150: Functions Available In Each Shooting Mode
Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode Function Exposure Compensation (p. 72)/Exposure Shift (p. 97) Flash (pp. 60, 68, 86) Focusing Zone (p. 69, 83) Self-Timer (pp. 64, 65, 76, 77) AF Lock (p. 82) AE Lock / FE Lock (pp. 85, 86) TV Display (p.
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Page 152: Menus
Menus 4 Shooting Menu Function AF Frame (p. 80) AF Frame Size (p. 80) Servo AF (p. 82) Digital Zoom (p. 61) AF-Point Zoom (p. 81) AF-assist Beam (p. 134) MF-Point Zoom (p. 83) Flash Settings (pp. 88, 134) i-Contrast (p. 87) Review (p.
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Page 154: Set Up Menu
Menus 3 Set up Menu Item Mute On/Off* Volume Set all operation sounds (5 levels). Set the sounds played for each camera Sound Options operation. LCD Brightness Set within a range of ±2. Start-up Image Add an image as start-up image. Format Formats card, erasing all data.
Page 155: Playback Menu
1 Playback Menu Item Slideshow Plays back images and movies automatically. My Category Categorizes images and movies. Erase Erases images and movies. Protect Protects images and movies. i-Contrast Corrects dark portions of images. Red-Eye Correction Corrects red eyes in images. Trimming Trims portions of images.
Page 156: Handling Precautions
LCD monitor. • Use a commercially available blower brush to remove dust from the lens. For stubborn dirt contact the closest Canon Customer Support Help Desk as listed on the customer support leaflet supplied with your camera. • When you move the camera rapidly from cold to hot temperatures, condensation may form on the internal or external surfaces of the camera.
Page 157: Specifications
Dustproof Capability ... . . Meets JIS/ IEC protection class IP6X* Shock Resistant Capability ..Canon standard based on MIL Standard 810F Digital Zoom....Approx. 4.0x (Up to approx. 12x in combination LCD Monitor.
Page 158 Specifications Continuous Shooting ... . .Approx. 1.1 images/sec. Self-timer ..... .FaceSelf-Timer, Approx. 10 sec./Approx. 2-sec. i-Contrast .
Page 159 Weight ......Approx. 70 g (2.47 oz.) (CB-2LY) • All data is based on tests by Canon. •...
Page 160: Index
Index Numerics 3:2 Guide ... 135 AC Adapter Kit ... 40, 140 Accessories ... 38 AE Lock ... 85, 97 AF Assist Beam ... 134 AF Frame ... 27 Focus AF Lock ... 82 Aquarium (Scene Mode) ... 58 AV Cable ... 2, 109 Battery Battery Charger ...
Page 161 Format ... 24 Low Level Format ... 52 FUNC. Menu Basic Operations ... 47 List ... 150 Grid Lines ... 135 High ISO Speed ... 59, 73 High-Power Flash ... 40 Histogram ... 46 Household Power ... 140 i-Contrast ... 87, 122 Image Editing Editing...
Page 162 Index Scene Mode ... 56 Screen Display Language ... 23 Information Displayed ... 44 Menu Operations ... 47, 48 Switching the Display ... 44, 45 SD/SDHC Card Memory Card Self-Timer 10 second Self-Timer ... 64 Changing Delay and Number of Shots . 77 Face Self-Timer ...
Page 163 If such changes or modifications should be made, you could be required to stop operation of the equipment. Canon U.S.A., Inc. One Canon Plaza, Lake Success, NY 11042, U.S.A. Tel No. (516) 328-5600 Canadian Radio Interference Regulations...

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