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CDI-E364-010
© 2007 CANON INC.
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ENGLISH
Camera User Guide
PRINTED IN CHINA
Getting Started
Learning More
Components Guide
Basic Operations
Commonly Used Shooting Functions
Shooting Using the Mode Dial
Various Shooting Methods
Playback/Erasing
Print Settings/Transfer Settings
Connecting to a TV
Troubleshooting
List of Messages
Appendix
Ensure that you read the Safety Precautions (p. 172-p. 181).

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  • Page 1 Shooting Using the Mode Dial Various Shooting Methods Playback/Erasing Print Settings/Transfer Settings Connecting to a TV Troubleshooting List of Messages Appendix Ensure that you read the Safety Precautions (p. 172-p. 181). CDI-E364-010 © 2007 CANON INC. PRINTED IN CHINA Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals...
  • Page 2: Check The Package Contents

    • Connecting to a printer • Connecting to a TV set • Connecting to a computer Software Starter Guide ZoomBrowser EX/ ImageBrowser Software User Guide • PDF manuals available on the Canon website. http://web.canon.jp/ Imaging/information- Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals e.html...
  • Page 3: Checking The Package Contents

    • Camera User Guide • Direct Print User Guide • Software Starter Guide • “Canon Customer Support” Leaflet You may not be able to achieve the full performance of this camera with the included memory card. You can use SD* memory cards, SDHC (SD High Capacity) memory cards, MultiMediaCards, MMCplus cards and HC MMCplus cards in this camera.
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Using the Flash ......62 Shooting Close-ups (Macro) ....63 Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals...
  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Setting the Flash Output ......118 Switching the Timing at which the Flash Fires..119 Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals...
  • Page 6 Cautions........176 Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals...
  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    This mark denotes issues that may affect the camera’s operation. This mark denotes additional topics that complement the basic operating procedures. Explanations in this guide are based on the camera's default settings at time of purchase. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals...
  • Page 8: Please Read

    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 9: Getting Started

    Getting Started Preparations Shooting Still Images Viewing Still Images Shooting Movies Viewing Movies Erasing Printing Downloading Images to a Computer System Map Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals...
  • Page 10: Preparations

    Preparations Installing the Batteries Slide the battery cover lock (a) and hold it open while sliding the cover (b) and opening it (c). Battery Cover Lock Install four batteries. Negative end (–) Positive end (+) Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals...
  • Page 11: Removing The Batteries

    Remove the batteries by opening the Memory Card Slot / Battery Cover and tilting the camera at an angle. Attaching the Wrist Strap In order to avoid dropping the camera, we recommend attaching the wrist strap before using the camera. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals...
  • Page 12: Inserting The Memory Card

    Insert the memory card until it clicks into place. Back Write Protect Tab (Only SD memory cards) • Confirm that the Write Protect Tab is unlocked Example: (only SD memory cards). SD memory card • Check the memory card for the correct orientation. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals...
  • Page 13: To Remove The Memory Card

    Inserting it backward may cause the camera to fail to recognize the memory card or to malfunction. To Remove the Memory Card Push the memory card with your finger until the memory card clicks and then release it. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals...
  • Page 14: Opening The Lcd Monitor

    When not using the camera, close the LCD monitor with the monitor facing in to protect it. The LCD monitor will automatically turn off when it clicks shut against the camera body. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals...
  • Page 15: Setting The Date And Time

    4. Press the button. Select the month, day, year and time, and the display order. 1. Use the button to select a category. 2. Use the button to set the value. Press the button. Press the button. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals...
  • Page 16: Setting The Display Language

    You can change the language displayed in the LCD monitor menus and messages. Mode Switch Button Buttons Button Set the mode switch to (Playback). Hold down the button and press the button. Use the button to select a language. Press the button. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals...
  • Page 17: Shooting Still Images ( Mode)

    LCD monitor. • Pressing the power button again turns the power off. Select a shooting mode. 1. Set the mode switch to (Shooting). 2. Set the mode dial to Aim the camera at the subject. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals...
  • Page 18 Pressing the DISP. button while turning the camera power on will set the mute setting to [On] to silence all camera sounds except for warning sounds. The setting can be changed with the [Mute] option in the Set up Menu. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals...
  • Page 19 You can shoot by pressing the shutter button even when an image is being displayed. Change the image display time from [Review] in the Rec. Menu. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals...
  • Page 20: Viewing Still Images

    If you have replayed images, the last image viewed will display (Resume Playback). If the memory card has been switched, or the images on the memory card have been edited with a computer, the newest image on the memory card appears. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals...
  • Page 21: Shooting Movies ( Standard Mode)

    Aim the camera at the subject. Remaining Time Do not touch the microphone while recording. Do not press any buttons other than the shutter button. The sound that buttons make will be recorded in the movie. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals...
  • Page 22: To Stop Recording

    • The indicator will blink green Recording: blinks green and the data will be recorded onto the memory card. • Recording will stop automatically when the maximum recording time elapses, or the built-in memory Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals or memory card become full.
  • Page 23: Viewing Movies

    (Play) and press the button. • The movie will start playing. • If you press the FUNC./SET button during playback, you can pause and restart the movie. • You can adjust the playback volume with the button. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals...
  • Page 24: Erasing

    Select [Erase] and press the button. • To exit instead of erasing, select [Cancel]. Please note that erased images cannot be recovered. Exercise adequate caution before erasing an image. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals...
  • Page 25: Printing

    Bubble Jet Printers *1 Since this camera uses a standard protocol (PictBridge), you can use it with other PictBridge-compliant printers in addition to Canon-brand printers. *2 You can also use the CP-10/CP-100/CP-200/CP-300 card photo printers. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals...
  • Page 26 • The button will blink blue and printing will start. After you finish printing, turn off the camera and the printer and disconnect the interface cable. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals...
  • Page 27: Downloading Images To A Computer

    Downloading Images to a Computer Downloading Images to a Computer Items to Prepare • Camera and computer • Canon Digital Camera Solution Disk supplied with the camera • Interface cable supplied with the camera (be sure to use only the supplied cable) System Requirements Please install the software on a computer meeting the following minimum requirements.
  • Page 28: Installing The Software

    Ensure that you install the software first before connecting the camera to the computer. Installing the software. Windows 1. Place the Canon Digital Camera Solution Disk in the computer's CD-ROM drive. 2. Click [Easy Installation]. Follow the onscreen messages to proceed with the installation.
  • Page 29: Connecting The Camera To A Computer

    DIGITAL terminal. If the Digital Signature Not Found window appears, click [Yes]. The USB driver will automatically finish installing onto the computer when you attach the camera and open a connection. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals...
  • Page 30 [OK]. If the window to the right does not appear, click the [Start] menu and select [All Programs] or [Programs], followed by [Canon Utilities], [CameraWindow], [CameraWindow] and [CameraWindow]. CameraWindow will display. Preparations for downloading images are now finished. Please proceed to the Downloading Images Using the Camera (Direct Transfer) section (p.
  • Page 31: Direct Transfer

    (Direct Transfer) Install the software before downloading images via the Direct Transfer method for the first time (p. 26). Use this method to download images using camera operations. (Except Windows 2000) Button Button Buttons Button Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals...
  • Page 32 All Images/New Images/DPOF Trans. Images Use the button to select press the button. • The images will download. The button will blink blue while downloading is in progress. • To cancel the download, press the FUNC./SET button. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals...
  • Page 33 Click [X] at the bottom right of the window to close the CameraWindow and the downloaded images will display on the computer. Windows Macintosh ZoomBrowser EX ImageBrowser By default, images are saved on the computer in folders according to Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals the shooting date.
  • Page 34: System Map

    CBK4-300* Waterproof Case WP-DC18 Battery Charger CB-5AH/ CB-5AHE AA-size NiMH batteries NB- Compact Power 3AH (x4) Waterproof Case Adapter • NiMH Battery NB4-300 (set of 4 Weight WW-DC1 CA-PS500 AA-size) also available separately Power Cord Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals...
  • Page 35 *4 See the user guide supplied with the Bubble Jet printer for more information on the printer and interface cables. *5 Battery and Charger Kit CBK4-200 can also be used. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals *6 Not sold in some regions.
  • Page 36: Optional Accessories

    This dedicated battery charger kit includes both a charger unit and four rechargeable AA-size NiMH (nickel metal hydride) batteries. Convenient when taking or playing back large numbers of images. • NiMH Battery NB4-300 A set of four rechargeable AA-size NiMH batteries. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals...
  • Page 37: Other Accessories

    • SD Memory Card SD memory cards and SDHC memory cards are used to store images recorded by the camera. Canon brand memory cards are available in 128 MB and 512 MB capacities. • Interface Cable IFC-400PCU Use this cable to connect the camera to a computer, Compact Photo Printer (SELPHY series), or to a Bubble Jet printer (refer to your Bubble Jet printer user guide).
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  • Page 39: Learning More

    Learning More Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals...
  • Page 40: Components Guide

    Front View Speaker AF-assist Beam (p. 45) Red-Eye Reduction Lamp (p. 89) Self-Timer Lamp (p. 64) Viewfinder Window (p. 39) Flash (p. 62) Ring (p. 186) Ring Release Button (p. 186) Lens Microphone (p. 147) Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals...
  • Page 41: Back View

    Memory Card Slot / Battery Cover (p. 8) Memory Card Slot / Battery Cover Lock (p. 8) Tripod Socket Using the Viewfinder The viewfinder can be used to conserve power by turning the LCD monitor off (p. 49) while shooting. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals...
  • Page 42 (Jump) Button (pp. 105, 134) MENU Button (p. 43) FUNC./SET Button (pp. 42, 44) DISP. Button (p. 49) (Exposure)/ (Single Image Erase) Button (pp. 108, 22) (Flash)/ Button (p. 62) Button (Macro)/ (Manual Focus)/ Button (pp. 63, 99) Button Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals...
  • Page 43: Indicators

    * This time can be changed. The power saving function will not activate during an Auto Play or while the camera is connected to a computer. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals The power saving function settings can be changed (p. 47).
  • Page 44: Basic Operations

    DISP. Button. • After selecting an option, you can press the shutter button to shoot immediately. After shooting, this menu will appear again, allowing you to adjust the settings easily. Press the button. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals...
  • Page 45 • Menu items followed by an ellipsis (...) can only be set after pressing the FUNC./SET button to display the next menu. Press the FUNC./SET button again to confirm the setting, then press the MENU button to return to the menu screen. Press the button. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals...
  • Page 46: Menus And Default Settings

    95 Digital Zoom (Still image) Standard*/Off/1.5x/2.0x p. 58 (Movie) Standard*/Off (In standard movie mode only) Flash Sync 1st-curtain*/2nd-curtain p. 119 Slow Synchro On/Off* p. 90 Flash Adjust Auto*/Manual p. 116 Red-Eye On*/Off p. 89 Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals...
  • Page 47 Off*/Grid Lines/3:2 Guide/Both p. 122 (Movie) Off*/Grid Lines IS Mode (Still image) Continuous*/Shoot Only/ p. 70 Panning/Off (Movie) Continuous*/Off Converter None*/WC-DC58B/TC-DC58C p. 185 Date Stamp Off*/Date/Date & Time p. 69 button p. 121 Save Settings p. 123 Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals...
  • Page 48: Play Menu

    Adjusts the volume of the self-timer sound played 2 sec. before the shutter is released. Shutter Adjusts the volume of the sound Volume played when the shutter releases. The shutter sound does not play when a movie is recording. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals...
  • Page 49 Sets the units for the MF indicator distance unit (p. 99). Lens Retract 1 minute* / Sets the lens retraction timing when 0 seconds switching from shooting mode to playback mode. Language p. 14 Video System NTSC/PAL p. 157 Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals...
  • Page 50 (Widescreen) mode on wide size paper using Canon compact photo printer SELPHY CP750/CP740/CP730/CP720/CP710/ CP510. As this setting will be stored to memory even when the power is turned off, to print using an image size other than...
  • Page 51: Using The Lcd Monitor

    * Although noise may appear and the movement of the subject shown on the LCD monitor may appear somewhat jagged, there is no effect on the recorded image. The brightness of the image displayed in the monitor, and the brightness of the actual image recorded will be different. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals...
  • Page 52: Information Displayed On The Lcd Monitor

    Digital Tele-Converter/Zoom /1.5x/2.0x p. 58 Magnification Flash p. 62 Auto Rotate p. 125 Shooting Mode p. 72 Movie Recording Rec.] (Red) p. 19 Low Battery (Red) p. 178 Zoom Bar p. 57 Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals MF Indicator p. 99...
  • Page 53 - Raise the ISO speed (p. 104) - Set the Auto ISO Shift to any setting other than [Off]. - Select a setting other than (flash off) (p. 62) - Attach the camera to a tripod or other device Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals...
  • Page 54 21 p. 147 WAVE Format Sound pp. 140, Red-Eye Corrected/Resized Protection Status p. 148 Shooting Date/Time p. 13 Detailed Histogram (p. 54) Shooting Mode p. 72 Metering Mode p. 109 Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals ISO Speed p. 104...
  • Page 55 197, Movies: Movie Length Focus Check Display Displayed Image Number/Total Number of Images – Compression (Still Images) p. 67 Recording Pixels (Still Images) p. 66 The Focus Check display cannot be selected for movies. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals...
  • Page 56: Histogram Function

    If the image is too dark, adjust the exposure compensation to a positive value. Similarly, adjust the exposure compensation to a negative value if the image is too bright (p. 108). Sample Histograms Dark Image Balanced Image Bright Image Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals...
  • Page 57: Resetting Settings To Their Default Values

    The following cannot be reset. - Shooting mode - The [Date/Time], [Language] and [Video System] options in the menu (pp. 46, 47) - White balance data recorded with the custom white balance function (p. 112) Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals...
  • Page 58: Formatting Memory Cards

    Low Level Format We recommend you select [Low Level Format] when you think that the recording/reading speed of a memory card has dropped. A low level format may require 2 to 3 minutes with some memory cards. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals...
  • Page 59: Commonly Used Shooting Functions

    35mm film equivalent terms. The zoom bar will display while you adjust the zoom. Press the zoom lever toward • Wide Angle: Zooms out from the Zoom Bar subject. • Telephoto: Zooms in on the subject. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals...
  • Page 60: Using The Digital Zoom/Digital Tele-Converter

    The digital zoom cannot be used in (Postcard), or (Widescreen) modes. Shooting with the Digital Zoom Select [Digital Zoom]. 1. Press the button. 2. In the menu, use the button to select [Digital Zoom]. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals...
  • Page 61 • The image may appear coarse depending upon the selected recording pixels (the zoom factor appear in blue). Optical Zoom Zone (White) Combined optical and digital zoom factor Digital Zoom Zone (Blue) Approx. 2 seconds Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals...
  • Page 62 Optical Zoom Digital Zoom (4000×3000) 6.0x (3264×2448) 7.4x (2592×1944) 9.3x (1600×1200) (640×480) • White : Optical Zoom (Zone without deterioration) • Yellow: Digital Zoom (Zone without deterioration) • Blue : Digital Zoom (Zone with deterioration) Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals...
  • Page 63 (the icon and the zoom factor appear in blue). Digital Tele-Converter The digital tele-converter feature uses digital zoom to achieve the effects of a tele-converter (a lens used in telephoto shooting). Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals...
  • Page 64: Using The Flash

    • : [Off] • : [On] • : [Auto] You are recommended to shoot with the camera attached to a tripod or other device if the camera shake warning icon appears. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals...
  • Page 65: Downloaded From Camera-Usermanual.com Canon Manuals Shooting Close-Ups (Macro)

    (Normal). Use the LCD monitor to compose close-ups in macro mode since images composed with the viewfinder may be off- center. Using the flash in macro mode may cause image edges to darken. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals...
  • Page 66: Using The Self-Timer

    (when using red-eye reduction, it will stay lit for the last 2 seconds). To Cancel the Self-Timer Follow Step 1 to display * Default setting is 3 shots. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals...
  • Page 67 - If the flash is used, the interval between shots lengthens because the flash must charge. - The interval between shots may lengthen when the built-in memory of the camera fills. - Shooting will automatically cease if the memory card becomes full. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals...
  • Page 68: Changing The Recording Pixels (Still Images)

    Areas that will not be recorded appear on (Widescreen) the LCD monitor as a black border.) *1 Paper sizes vary according to region. *2 Cannot be set in mode. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals : Approximate recording pixels. (M is short for megapixels.)
  • Page 69: Changing The Compression (Still Images)

    Approximate Values for Compression Settings Compression Purpose High Quality Shoot higher quality images Superfine Shoot normal quality images Fine Normal Shoot more images Normal See Image Data Sizes (Estimated) (p. 198). See Memory Cards and Estimated Capacities (p. 197). Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals...
  • Page 70: Configuring The Postcard Mode

    1600 x 1200, • The area that will not print displays in gray. The digital zoom or the digital tele-converter cannot be used in this mode. For printing instructions, refer to the Direct Print User Guide. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals...
  • Page 71: Embedding The Date In The Image Data

    [Date Stamp]. Set the date and time. 1. Use the button to select [Date] or [Date & Time]. 2. Press the button. • LCD Monitor Display : [Off] : [Date]/[Date & Time] Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals...
  • Page 72: Setting The Image Stabilizer Function

    LCD monitor are not smooth. This option only stabilizes the effect of up and down Panning camera motions on the image. This option is recommended for shooting objects moving horizontally. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals...
  • Page 73: Lcd Monitor Icons

    If you select [Shoot Only] or [Panning] in shooting mode (still images) and then switch to mode, the setting will change to [Continuous]. (If you further switch to a different shooting mode from , the settings will change back to the original condition.) Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals...
  • Page 74: Shooting Using The Mode Dial

    : Night Snapshot : Kids & Pets : Special Scene : Night Scene : Indoor : Foliage : Snow : Beach : Fireworks : Aquarium : Underwater : ISO 3200 : Stitch Assist Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals : Movie (Standard/Compact)
  • Page 75: Shooting Modes For Specific Scenes

    When a shooting mode appropriate for specific scenes is selected, the camera automatically adjusts settings for optimal shooting. Set the mode dial to Portrait Produces a soft effect when photographing people. Landscape Optimized for shooting landscape scenes which contain both near and far subjects. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals...
  • Page 76 Allows you to capture people against the backdrop of an evening sky or night scene. The flash is directed at the person and the shutter speed is slow, so both the person and the background can be beautifully shot. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals...
  • Page 77 Fireworks Captures fireworks in the sky sharply and at optimal exposure. Aquarium Selects the optimal ISO speed, white balance and color balance to capture sea life and other items in an indoor aquarium. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals...
  • Page 78 To shoot underwater, install the camera in Waterproof Case WP-DC18 (sold separately). We recommend you use the separately sold Waterproof Case WP-DC18 for shooting in rain, at ski resorts, and at beaches. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals...
  • Page 79: Movie Shooting

    1 hour or before the recorded data volume has reached 4 GB. Set the mode dial to Select a shooting mode. 1. Use the button to select a shooting mode. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals...
  • Page 80 The focus and optical zoom settings remain fixed for subsequent frames at the values selected for the first frame. QuickTime is required to play back movies (Data type: AVI/ Compression method: Motion JPEG) on a computer (Only Windows 2000). Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals...
  • Page 81 * To give priority to recording length over quality, select the option displaying (Long Play). For the same file size, you can record approximately twice the length. See Image Data Sizes (Estimated) (p. 198). See Memory Cards and Estimated Capacities (p. 197). Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals...
  • Page 82: Shooting Panoramic Images (Stitch Assist)

    Set the mode dial to Select a shooting direction. 1. Use the button to select a shooting direction. Left to right horizontally  Right to left horizontally Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals...
  • Page 83 (except for Macro setting). Use PhotoStitch, a supplied software program, to merge the images on a computer. When the button is pressed, you can switch between the items which you can set. - Exposure compensation/Shooting direction selection Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals...
  • Page 84: Program Ae

    Use the following shooting methods to obtain the correct exposure and make them show in white. - Using the flash - Changing the ISO speed - Changing the metering method Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals...
  • Page 85: Setting The Shutter Speed

    1.3 seconds to eliminate the noise, thereby producing high-quality images. (However, a certain amount of processing time may be required before the next image can be shot.) Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals...
  • Page 86 15" 13" 10" 8" 6" 5" 4" 3"2 2"5 2" 1"6 1"3 1" 0"8 0"6 0"5 0"4 0"3 1/4 1/5 1/6 1/8 1/10 1/13 1/15 1/20 1/25 1/30 1/40 1/50 1/60 1/80 1/100 1/125 1/160 1/200 1/250 1/320 1/400 1/500 1/640 1/800 1/1000 1/1250 1/1600 1/2000 Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals...
  • Page 87: Setting The Aperture

    (insufficient light) or overexposed (too much light). Adjust the aperture value using the button until the shutter speed display turns to white. Some aperture values may not be available with certain zoom positions (p. 87). Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals...
  • Page 88: Safety Shift

    [Safety Shift] is turned [On] in the Rec. menu, the shutter speed or aperture value is automatically adjusted for the correct exposure when it cannot be otherwise obtained. Safety Shift is disabled when the flash is enabled. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals...
  • Page 89: Manually Setting The Shutter Speed And Aperture

    The LCD monitor’s brightness matches the selected shutter speed and aperture value. When you select a fast shutter speed or shoot a subject in a dark place, the image will always be bright if the flash is set (Flash on). Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals...
  • Page 90: Various Shooting Methods

    (p. 56) is conducted immediately before shooting. • This reflects standard shooting criteria established by Canon. Actual results may vary according to the subject and shooting conditions. • Even if continuous shooting suddenly stops, the memory card may not be full.
  • Page 91: Setting The Red-Eye Reduction Function

    [Red-Eye]. Accept the setting. 1. Use the button to select [On] or [Off]. 2. Press the button. When [On] is selected, the Red-Eye Reduction Lamp lights orange before the flash fires. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals...
  • Page 92: Setting The Slow Synchro Function

    Slow Synchro is set to [On]. Please note that camera shake becomes a factor when [Slow Synchro] is set to [On]. If this occurs, you are recommended to fix the camera to a tripod to shoot in this mode. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals...
  • Page 93: Checking The Focus And Peoples' Expressions (Focus Check)

    Select [Review Info]. 1. Press the button. 2. In the menu, use the button to select [Review Info]. Accept the setting. 1. Use the button to select [Focus Check]. 2. Press the button. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals...
  • Page 94 To Cancel the Focus Check Press the shutter button halfway. Pressing the button while the image is displayed will erase the image (p. 22). You can check the focus even during playback mode (p. 132). Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals...
  • Page 95: Selecting An Af Frame Mode

    The camera sets the focus from an AF frame FlexiZone you select. This is convenient for ensuring that the intended subject is in focus. Select [AF Frame]. 1. Press the button. 2. In the menu, use the button to select [AF Frame]. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals...
  • Page 96 - If faces are at the edge of the screen, or appear extremely small, large, dark or bright, relative to the overall composition. - Faces turned to the side or at a diagonal, or faces with a portion hidden. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals...
  • Page 97 [AF Frame Size]. Accept the setting. 1. Use the button to select [Normal] or [Small]. 2. Press the button. The setting changes to [Normal] when the digital zoom, digital tele-converter or (p. 99) is used. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals...
  • Page 98 AF frame and spot metering frame correspond (p. 110). This option cannot be selected in manual focusing mode (p. 97). The AF frame returns to the center position when the power is switched off. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals...
  • Page 99: Shooting Hard-To-Focus Subjects (Focus Lock, Af Lock, Manual Focus)

    LCD monitor. Press the shutter button halfway to lock the focus. Keep the shutter button pressed halfway while you recompose the image and press the shut- ter button all the way to shoot the image. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals...
  • Page 100: Shooting With The Af Lock

    The AF lock is convenient because you can let go of the shutter button to compose the image. Moreover, the AF lock is still effective after the picture is taken, allowing you to capture a second image with the same focus. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals...
  • Page 101: Shooting In Manual Focus Mode

    Exposure compensation/ mode/Exposure compensation/ mode/ Shutter speed/Exposure compensation/ Aperture value/Exposure compensation/ Shutter speed/Aperture value/ Press the button and adjust the focus. • The MF indicator shows approximate figures. Use them as a shooting guideline only. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals...
  • Page 102 First focus manually and then press the shut- ter button halfway. • The focus will be fine-tuned at the optimal point of focus. To shoot, press the shutter button all the way down (press fully). Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals...
  • Page 103: Locking The Exposure Setting (Ae Lock)

    Re-aim the camera to compose the shot as desired and press the shutter button fully. To Release the AE Lock Operate a button other than the button. You can use the FE lock when using the flash (p. 103). Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals...
  • Page 104 • The exposure setting will lock and will display. Change the shutter speed and aperture value combination with the buttons. Recompose the image and shoot. • The setting will cancel after the shot is taken. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals...
  • Page 105: Locking The Flash Exposure Setting (Fe Lock)

    Re-aim the camera to compose the shot as desired and press the shutter button fully. To Release the FE Lock Operate a button other than the button. The FE lock cannot be used when the auto flash feature is set to [Off]. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals...
  • Page 106: Adjusting The Iso Speed

    – ISO 200 – – ISO 400 – – ISO 800 – – ISO 1600 – – ISO 3200 – – – – – : Available *: Default See ISO 3200 setting method (p. 76) Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals...
  • Page 107 ISO speed. If the camera is set at , the ISO speed automatically set by the camera will be displayed when pressing the shutter button halfway or in playback information. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals...
  • Page 108: Reducing Camera Shake When Shooting (Auto Iso Shift)

    Select [Auto ISO Shift]. 1. Press the button. 2. In the menu, use the button to select [Auto ISO Shift]. Accept the setting. 1. Use the button to select button] or [On]. 2. Press the button. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals...
  • Page 109 Press the shutter button all the way down (press fully). Auto Press the shutter button halfway. • The ISO speed is automatically set to an optimal setting which minimizes camera shake. Press the shutter button all the way down (press fully). Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals...
  • Page 110: Adjusting The Exposure Compensation

    Shutter speed/Exposure compensation/AF Frame* or Aperture value/Exposure compensation/AF Frame* or * Only with the [FlexiZone] selection for the AF frame type (p. 96). To Cancel the Exposure Compensation Follow Step 3 to restore the compensation value to [0]. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals...
  • Page 111: Switching Between Metering Modes

    Causes the position of the spot metering frame AF Point to correspond to the AF frame. Change the metering method. 1. Press the button. 2. Use the button to select and the button to change the option. 3. Press the button. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals...
  • Page 112 - [Center]: spot AE point frame appears at the center - [AF Point]: spot AE point frame appears inside the selected AF frame You can only select [AF Point] when the AF frame is set to [FlexiZone] (p. 96). Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals...
  • Page 113: Adjusting The Tone (White Balance)

    1. Press the button. 2. Use the button to select and the button to change the option. 3. Press the button. The white balance setting cannot be adjusted when is selected for My Colors. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals...
  • Page 114 If you are using the optical viewfinder, ensure that the entire field is filled. Please note, however, that the center frame will not display when the digital zoom is used or when is displayed. Press the button. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals...
  • Page 115 Since the white balance data cannot be read in Stitch Assist mode, preset the white balance in another shooting mode beforehand. Recorded white balance data will be retained even when the camera's power is turned off. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals...
  • Page 116: Shooting In A My Colors Mode

    Configuring My Colors Settings ( Select a My Colors setting. 1. Press the button. 2. Use the button to select and the button to change the option. 3. Press the button. Shoot. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals...
  • Page 117 • The adjustment results show in the LCD monitor. • If you press the DISP. button, you will return to the screen where you can select a My Colors mode. Press the button. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals...
  • Page 118: Switching Between Flash Adjustment Settings

    Accept the setting. 1. Use the button to select [Auto] or [Manual]. 2. Press the button. • Flash compensation can be set to [Manual] (p. 117). • Flash output can be set to [Auto] (p. 117). Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals...
  • Page 119: Adjusting Flash Compensation Settings

    In shooting modes, please set [Flash Adjust] to [Auto]. Adjust the flash compensation setting. 1. Press the button. 2. Use the button to select and the button to change the option. 3. Press the button. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals...
  • Page 120: Setting The Flash Output

    FULL. In shooting modes, please set [Flash Adjust] to [Manual]. Configure the flash output setting. 1. Press the button. 2. Use the button to select and the button to change the option. 3. Press the button. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals...
  • Page 121: Downloaded From Camera-Usermanual.com Canon Manuals

    [Flash Sync]. Accept the setting. 1. Use the button to select [1st-curtain] or [2nd-curtain]. 2. Press the button. Image shot with the 1st-curtain Image shot with the 2nd-curtain setting setting Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals...
  • Page 122: Adjusting Exposure For Built-In Flash Shooting (Safety Fe)

    [Auto] in advance (p. 116). Select [Safety FE]. 1. Press the button. 2. In the menu, use the button to select [Safety FE]. Accept the setting. 1. Use the button to select [On] or [Off]. 2. Press the button. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals...
  • Page 123: Registering Settings To The Print/Share Button

    • If displays to the icon’s lower right, you can register the function, but you may not be able to use it with some shooting modes or settings even if you press the button. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals...
  • Page 124: Setting The Display Overlays

    Helps confirm the print area for a 3:2 print.* 3:2 Guide Areas outside the printable area are grayed out. Displays both the grid lines and the 3:2 guide Both simultaneously. *2 Images are still recorded at the standard aspect ratio of 4:3. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals...
  • Page 125: Saving Custom Settings

    . Settings that are not retained when the shooting mode is changed or when the power is turned off (such as continuous shooting or self-timer) are instead retained. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals...
  • Page 126 [OK]. 2. Press the button. 3. Press the button. Adjust the mode dial to and shoot. The setting contents do not influence other shooting modes. Saved settings can be reset (p. 55). Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals...
  • Page 127: Setting The Auto Rotate Function

    Auto Rotate function to [Off]. Even if the Auto Rotate function is set to [On], the orientation of images downloaded to a computer will depend upon the software used to download the images. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals...
  • Page 128: Creating An Image Destination (Folder)

    Creating a Folder the Next Time You Shoot. Select [Create Folder]. 1. Press the button. 2. Use the button to select the menu. 3. Use the button to select [Create Folder]. 4. Press the button. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals...
  • Page 129 Up to 2000 images can be saved into one folder. A new folder will automatically be created when you record more than that number even if you are not creating new folders. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals...
  • Page 130: Resetting The File Number

    1. Press the button. 2. Use the button to select the menu. 3. Use the button to select [File Numbering]. Accept the setting. 1. Use the button to select [Continuous] or [Auto Reset]. 2. Press the button. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals...
  • Page 131 • Images cannot be played back when the folder numbers are duplicated or image numbers are duplicated within folders. • Please refer to the Software Starter Guide for information regarding folder structures or image types. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals...
  • Page 132: Playback/Erasing

    • You can change the magnification level with the zoom lever. To Cancel the Magnified Display Press the zoom lever toward . (You can also cancel it immediately by pressing the MENU button.) Movie frames and index playback images cannot be magnified. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals...
  • Page 133: Viewing Images In Sets Of Nine (Index Playback)

    9 images. • Hold the FUNC./SET button down and press the button to jump to the first or last set. To Return to Single Image Playback Jump Bar • Press the zoom lever toward Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals...
  • Page 134: Checking The Focus And Peoples' Expressions (Focus Check Display)

    • The orange frames allow you to change the display magnification, move the display position, and switch between display frames (p. 133). Changing the Display Magnification Press the zoom lever toward • The bottom right of the screen is magnified. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals...
  • Page 135 If multiple frames are displayed for an image, the position of the orange colored frame will change. To Return to Single Image Playback Press the button. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals...
  • Page 136: Jumping To Images

    • The screen sample will vary slightly according to the search key. Location of image currently being displayed Use the button to select a search key and press the button. To Return to Single Image Playback Press the button. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals...
  • Page 137: Viewing Movies (Movie Replay Control Panel)

    • You can switch between showing/ hiding the playback progress bar by pressing the DISP. button while playing a movie. • If playback was halted partway through in the prior viewing session, playback will resume from the last frame displayed. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals...
  • Page 138 Last Frame Displays the last frame Use the television’s controls to adjust the volume when playing a movie on a TV set (p. 157). The sound cannot be played in slow motion playback. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals...
  • Page 139: Rotating Images In The Display

    As the orientation of an image is recorded, the image will be shown in its rotated orientation the next time it is displayed. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals...
  • Page 140: Playback With Transition Effects

    Select [Transition]. 1. Press the button. 2. In the menu, use the button to select [ Transition]. Accept the setting. 1. Use the button to select a transition effect. 2. Press the button. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals...
  • Page 141: Automated Playback (Auto Play)

    - Fast forward/Rewind: Press the button (holding down the button will increase the speed of the Fast Forward) - Stop: Press the MENU button If Transition is selected (p. 138), the selected transition effects appear between images. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals...
  • Page 142: Red-Eye Correction Function

    • If red-eye is not automatically detected, select [Add Frame] with button and press the FUNC./SET button (p. 143). • To cancel the correction frame, select [Remove Frame] and press the FUNC./SET button (p. 144). Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals...
  • Page 143 1. Press the button. 2. Use the button to select [Yes]. 3. Press the button. • Selecting [No] returns to the Play menu. Red-eye correction cannot be performed on movies. Overwriting cannot be performed on protected images. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals...
  • Page 144 Since the correction frame will not appear automatically on images that have already been corrected once with the (Red-Eye Correction) function, use the [Add Frame] option to correct them. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals...
  • Page 145 (refer to the image in Step 2): - Adjust the correction frame size so that it only surrounds the red-eye portion to be corrected. - When there are several subjects with red-eye, be sure to add one correction frame per subject. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals...
  • Page 146 • The selected frame will appear in green. Delete the frame. 1. Press the button. • The selected frame will disappear. • To continue deleting frames, return to Step 2. • When you finish deleting frames, press the MENU button. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals...
  • Page 147: Resizing Images

    Select a resolution. 1. Use the button to select 2. Press the button. • Some recording pixel settings cannot be selected depending on the available space of the memory card. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals...
  • Page 148 Display the saved image. 1. Press the button. 2. Use the button to select [Yes]. 3. Press the button. • Selecting [No] returns to the Play menu. Movies and images shot in Widescreen mode cannot be resized. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals...
  • Page 149: Attaching Sound Memos To Images

    Remaining Time • Up to 1 minute of recordings can be Volume added to any one image. (Adjust it with the button) • Press the MENU button several times to complete the setting. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals...
  • Page 150: Protecting Images

    2. Press the button. • Pressing the FUNC./SET button again cancels the setting. • You can also protect images in the Protection Icon index playback mode. • Press the MENU button several times to complete the setting. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals...
  • Page 151: Erasing All Images

    • To exit instead of erasing, select [Cancel]. Please format the memory card when you want to erase not only image data but also all the data contained on the memory card (p. 56). Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals...
  • Page 152: Print Settings/Transfer Settings

    Prints the images in both the standard and Both index formats. Date (On/Off*) Adds the date to the print. File No. (On/Off*) Adds the file number to the print. Clears all print settings after the images Clear DPOF data (On*/Off) print. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals...
  • Page 153 (p. 69) are always printed with the date, regardless of the [Date] setting. As a result, some printers may print the date twice on these images if [Date] is also set to [On]. Dates print in the style specified in the [Date/Time] menu (p. 13). Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals...
  • Page 154 • If the camera is connected to a printer, the button will light in blue while images are being selected. At this time, press the button, confirm that [Print] is selected, and when the button is pressed, printing will begin. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals...
  • Page 155 • When the camera is connected to a printer, the button will light blue. At this time, press the button, confirm that [Print] is selected, and when the FUNC./SET button is pressed, printing will begin. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals...
  • Page 156 A maximum of 998 images can be selected. When [Print Type] is set to [Both], the number of copies can be set. When it is set to [Index], the number of copies cannot be set (only one copy will be printed). Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals...
  • Page 157: Setting The Dpof Transfer Settings

    1. Use the button to select images to transfer. 2. Press the button. • Pressing the FUNC./SET button again deselects the setting. • You can also select images in the index playback mode. 3. Press the button. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals...
  • Page 158 [OK]. 2. Press the button. 3. Press the button several times to complete the setting. Images are transferred in order according to the file number. A maximum of 998 images can be selected. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals...
  • Page 159: Connecting To A Tv

    - NTSC: Japan, U.S.A., Canada, Taiwan and others - PAL: Europe, Asia (excluding Taiwan), Oceania and others If the video system is set incorrectly, the camera output may not display properly. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals...
  • Page 160: Troubleshooting

    (p. 8). Batteries are not the right Use only unused AA-size alkaline type. batteries or Canon AA-size NiMH batteries (p. 178). Battery charge is low and Replace the camera batteries with 4 the camera will not operate.
  • Page 161 Display flickers. Display flickers when shot This is not a camera malfunction under fluorescent lighting. (flickering recorded in movies, but not in still images). Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals...
  • Page 162 Noise displays./Subject’s movements are irregular. Camera automatically There is no effect on the recorded lightened the image image. displayed on the LCD monitor to make it easier to see when shooting in a dark area (p. 49). Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals...
  • Page 163 Format the memory card (p. 56). formatted correctly. If reformatting does not work, the memory card logic circuits may be damaged. Consult the nearest Canon Customer Support Help Desk. SD memory card or SDHC Slide the write protect tab upward memory card is write (p.
  • Page 164 Turn [On] the Safety FE (p. 120). The subject is overexposed Set the exposure compensation to a because the surroundings negative (–) setting (p. 108). are too dark. Use the AE Lock or spot metering functions (pp. 101, 109). Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals...
  • Page 165 Even better results can be obtained by increasing the lighting in indoor settings or approaching closer to the subject. You can correct red eyes in images using the Red-Eye Correction Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals function (p. 140).
  • Page 166 - Memory cards formatted memory card in this camera on a different camera or a (excluding slow recording memory computer. cards) (p. 56). - Memory cards which have had images recorded and erased repeatedly. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals...
  • Page 167 Movies recorded with high recording pixels may momentarily stop playing if played on slow reading memory cards. You may experience frame dropping and audio breakup when playing back a movie on a computer with insufficient system resources. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals...
  • Page 168 Battery terminals are dirty. Wipe the terminals well with a dry cloth before use. Reload the batteries several times. If using Canon AA-size NiMH batteries As the batteries have not Their charging performance should been used for over a year,...
  • Page 169 The printer power is not Turn on the printer power. turned on. The print connection method In the menu, select [Print Method] is not correct. and select [Auto] (p. 48). Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals...
  • Page 170: List Of Messages

    However, if this error message appears even when using the supplied memory card, contact your Canon Customer Support Help Desk as there may be a problem with the camera. Memory card full...
  • Page 171 Change the batteries Battery charge is insufficient to operate the camera. Replace batteries immediately with unused AA-size alkaline batteries or fully charged Canon AA-size NiMH batteries. Also refer to Battery Handling Precautions (p. 178). No image. No images recorded on memory card.
  • Page 172 The computer was unable to download the image due to the large amount of images (approx. 1000) stored on the memory card. Use a USB card reader or a memory card adapter to download images. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals...
  • Page 173 Try turning the power back on, and resume shooting or playback. If this message continues to display, contact your Canon Customer Support Help Desk as there may be a problem with the lens.
  • Page 174: Appendix

    Equipment refers to the camera, battery, battery charger (sold separately) and compact power adapter (sold separately). Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals...
  • Page 175: Warnings

    Immediately turn the camera power off and remove the camera batteries or unplug the battery charger or compact power adapter from the power outlet. Please consult your camera distributor or the closest Canon Customer Support Help Desk. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals...
  • Page 176 Do not place anything, such as tablecloths, carpets, bedding or cushions, on top of the battery charger while it is charging. Leaving the units plugged in for a long period of time may cause them to overheat and distort, resulting in fire. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals...
  • Page 177 Appendix Battery When recharging the Canon AA-size NiMH batteries, use only a specified battery charger. The compact power adapter is designed for exclusive use with this equipment. Do not use it with other products. There is a risk of overheating and distortion which could result in fire or electrical shock.
  • Page 178: Cautions

    Do not connect compact power adapters or battery chargers to devices such as electrical transformers for foreign travel because it may lead to malfunctions, excessive heat generation, fire, electric shock or injury. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals...
  • Page 179: Preventing Malfunctions

    If Condensation Forms Inside the Camera Stop using the camera immediately. Continued use may damage the equipment. Remove the memory card and batteries or compact power adapter from the camera and wait until the moisture evaporates completely before resuming use. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals...
  • Page 180: Battery Handling

    When using the camera under low temperature conditions or over long periods, you are recommend to use of Canon AA- size NiMH batteries (sold separately). Camera operating time may shorten at low temperatures when alkaline batteries are used.
  • Page 181 The positive electrode (plus terminal) is flat. The negative terminal is correctly formed (protruding from the metal base), but the seal does not extend up over the edge of the metal base. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals...
  • Page 182: Handling The Memory Card

    Since some or all of the data recorded on the memory card may be corrupted or erased by electrical noise, static electricity, camera or memory card malfunction, making a backup copy of important data is recommended. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals...
  • Page 183 • When the camera is malfunctioning, a corrupted memory card might be the cause. Reformatting the memory card may solve the problem. • When a non-Canon brand memory card is malfunctioning, reformatting it may solve the problem. • Memory cards formatted in other cameras, computers, or peripheral devices may not operate correctly in this camera.
  • Page 184: Using The Power Kits (Sold Separately)

    The CB-5AH/CB-5AHE battery charger can only be used to charge Canon AA-size NiMH batteries NB-3AH and NB- 2AH. Please do not attempt to charge other type of battery. Do not mix batteries with different purchase dates or different charge states.
  • Page 185 Replace them with new batteries. If you are purchasing new batteries, look for Canon AA-size NiMH batteries. Leaving batteries in the camera or charger may result in damage from battery leakage. When not in use, remove the batteries from the camera or charger and store them in a cool, dry location.
  • Page 186 When two batteries are placed on each side of the charger, recharging will take approximately two hours (as determined by testing at Canon facilities). Charge batteries in an environment where the temperature is in the range of 0 to 35°C (32 to 95°F).
  • Page 187: Using The Lenses (Sold Separately)

    It is not possible to attach a lens hood or filter to the wide converter or tele-converter. Conversion Lens Adapter LA-DC58J This is the lens adapter for attaching the wide converter and tele- converter to the camera (the thread diameter is 58 mm). Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals...
  • Page 188: Attaching A Lens

    Press the ring release button and hold it down (a), and turn the ring in the direction of the arrow (b). Ring Ring Release Button When the mark on the camera and the mark on the ring are aligned, lift off the ring. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals...
  • Page 189 Be careful not to drop the camera or adapter when removing the ring. When using these lens attachments, you should not shoot images in mode. It will not be possible to use the PhotoStitch software from your computer to accurately stitch the images together. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals...
  • Page 190 Accept the setting. 1. Use the button to select [WC-DC58B] or [TC-DC58C]. 2. Press the button. • Select the attached converter. When you remove the converter from the camera, return the converter setting to [Off]. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals...
  • Page 191: Using An Externally Mounted Flash (Sold Separately)

    The flash may fire if another flash is being used in close proximity. The High-Power Flash may not fire outdoors in daylight or when there are no reflective items. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals...
  • Page 192 Non-Use over Extended Periods Leaving batteries in the High-Power Flash could allow the battery fluid to leak, damaging the product. Remove the batteries from the High- Power Flash and store them in a cool, dry place. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals...
  • Page 193: Camera Care And Maintenance

    Never use organic solvents on the camera body or lens. If dirt remains, contact the closest Canon Customer Support Help Desk as listed on the customer support list supplied with your camera.
  • Page 194: Specifications

    Appendix Specifications All data is based on Canon’s standard testing methods. Subject to change without notice. PowerShot A650 IS (W): Max. wide angle (T): Max. telephoto Camera Effective Pixels : Approx. 12.1 million Image Sensor : 1/1.7-inch type CCD (Total number of pixels: Approx.
  • Page 195 *1 Night Scene, Indoor, Foliage, Snow, Beach, Fireworks, Aquarium, Underwater and ISO 3200. *2 Standard and Compact. Continuous Shooting : Approx. 1.2 shots/sec. (Large/Fine mode) Self-timer : Activates shutter after an approx. 10-sec./ approx. 2-sec. delay, Custom Timer Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals...
  • Page 196 1 hour. Depending on the volume and data writing speed of the memory card, recording may stop before reaching 1 hour or before the recorded data volume has reached 4 GB. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals...
  • Page 197 9 images at once.), Auto Play, Sound memos (up to 1 min.) or Movie (slow motion play back possible). Direct Print : PictBridge compliant, and Canon Direct Print and Bubble Jet Direct compatible Interface : USB 2.0 Hi-Speed (mini-B) Audio/Video output...
  • Page 198: Battery Capacity

    Power is left off for a sufficient amount of time*, then the power is turned back on and the testing procedure is repeated. • A Canon-brand memory card is used. * Until the battery returns to normal temperature Playback: Normal temperature (23°C ±2°C/73°F ±3.6°F), normal relative humidity (50% ±20%), continuous playback at 3...
  • Page 199 Capable of smooth continuous shooting (p. 88) when memory card has been formatted with a low level format. • This reflects standard shooting criteria established by Canon. Actual results may vary according to the subject and shooting conditions. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals...
  • Page 200 640 x 480 pixels, 30 frames/sec. 1920 KB/sec. Standard 640 x 480 pixels, 30 frames/sec., LP 960 KB/sec. 320 x 240 pixels, 30 frames/sec. 660 KB/sec. 160 x 120 pixels, 15 frames/sec. 120 KB/sec. Compact Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals...
  • Page 201: Sd Memory Card

    2500 mAh (min.: 2300 mAh) Cycle Life Approx. 300 times Operating 0 – 35 °C (32 – 95 °F) Temperatures Diameter: 14.5 mm (0.57 in.) Dimensions Length: 50.0 mm (1.97 in.) Weight Approx. 30 g (1.06 oz.) Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals...
  • Page 202 26.3 mm (35mm film equivalent) Focusing Range* Approx. 30 cm (12 in.) – infinity (W)* Thread Diameter 58 mm standard filter thread* Dimensions Diameter: 97 mm (3.82 in.) Length: 49.5 mm (1.95 in.) Weight Approx. 365 g (12.9 oz.) Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals...
  • Page 203 Weight Approx. 32 g (1.13 oz.) (W): Max. wide angle (T): Max. telephoto *1 When mounted on PowerShot A650 IS (Max. wide angle) *2 From front of the mounted tele-converter. *3 Conversion Lens Adapter LA-DC58J is required when mounted on PowerShot A650 IS *4 When mounted on PowerShot A650 IS (Max.
  • Page 204: Index

    Compact Power Adapter 184 Compression ......67 Continuous Shooting ....88 Correction Frames Face Detect ......93 Add ........143 FE Lock ........103 Removing ......144 File Number ..... 52 Create Folder ......126 Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals...
  • Page 205 Print Menu ......43 Rec. Menu ..... 43 Set up Menu ....43 Messages ....... 168 Kids & Pets .......74 Metering Modes ..... 109 MF-Point Zoom ....45 Microphone ......38 Mode Dial ....15 Landscape ........73 Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals...
  • Page 206 Print/Share Button 24 Night Snapshot ....74 Printing ......23 Portrait ......73 Program AE ......82 Special Scene ....74 Protecting ....... 148 Aquarium ...... 75 Beach ......75 Fireworks ..... 75 Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals Foliage ......75...
  • Page 207 Start-up Vol.......46 Stitch Assist ......80 System Requirements ....25 Telephoto ........57 Transition Effects ....138 Troubleshooting ......158 Video Output System ....47 Volume ........46 White Balance ......111 Wide Angle .......57 Wide Converter .......185 Wrist Strap ......1 Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals...
  • Page 208 Index NOTE Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals...
  • Page 209 Index NOTE Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals...
  • Page 210 Index NOTE Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals...
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  • Page 214 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.
  • Page 215: Trademark Acknowledgments

    • While every effort has been made to ensure that the information contained in this guide is accurate and complete, no liability can be accepted for any errors or omissions. • Canon reserves the right to change the specifications of the hardware and software described herein at anytime without prior notice.
  • Page 216: Functions Available In Each Shooting Mode

    No Information Status Information View – – – – – – – – Switch Direction Selection (right-left) Face Detect – – – AiAF (9-point) – AF Frame Center – – Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals – – – – FlexiZone...
  • Page 217 62 p. 49 – – – – – – – – – – – – – p. 80 – – p. 93 Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals – – – – – – – – – – – – –...
  • Page 218 (1600 x 1200). (3) Configured only in (Aperture Priority) mode. (4) Configured only in (Shutter-speed Priority) mode. (5) Always set to [On]. (6) Always set to [Off]. (7) Only available when is set to [On] Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals...
  • Page 219 45 p. 17 p. 91 pp. 12, 45 p. 122 p. 70 p. 188 – p. 69 p. 121 – – – – – – – – – – – – – p. 123 Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Canon Manuals...

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