Page 1 Camera User Guide • Make sure you read this guide, including the “Safety Precautions” section, before using the camera. • Reading this guide will help you learn to use the camera properly. • Store this guide safely so that you can use it in the future. ENGLISH...
Page 2: Components View
Read when you want to use the included software. • A memory card is not included (p. 16). • Adobe Reader is required to view the PDF manuals. Battery Pack NB-5L (with Terminal Cover) Wrist Strap WS-DC11 DIGITAL CAMERA Solution Disk Battery Charger CB-2LX/CB-2LXE Warranty Card...
Page 3: Read This First
• Take some initial test shots and play them back to make sure the images were recorded correctly. Please note that Canon Inc., its subsidiaries and affiliates, and its distributors are not liable for any consequential damages arising from any malfunction of a camera or accessory, including memory cards, that results in the failure of an image to be recorded or to be recorded in a way that is machine readable.
Page 4: What Do You Want To Do
What Do You Want to Do? Shoot Shoot, leaving it to the camera to make settings (Auto mode) ... 25 Take good people shots Portraits (p. 60) Shoot various other scenes Landscape (p. 60) Foliage (p. 61) Shoot with special effects Vivid Colors (p.
Page 5 View Look at my pictures ... 28 Automatically play back pictures (slideshow) ... 142 Look at my pictures on a TV ... 192 Look at my pictures on a computer ... 33 Quickly search pictures ... 138, 140 Erase pictures... 29, 152 Shoot/View Movies Shoot movies ...
Page 6: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Checking the Package Contents ...2 Read This First ...3 What Do You Want to Do? ...4 Table of Contents ...6 Conventions Used in This Guide ...9 Safety Precautions...10 Getting Started ...13 Charging the Battery...14 Compatible Memory Cards (Sold Separately)...16 Inserting the Battery and Memory Card...17...
Page 7 Choosing Settings Yourself...79 Shooting in Program AE ... 80 Adjusting the Brightness (Exposure Compensation) ... 81 Turning the Flash On ... 81 Adjusting the White Balance ... 82 Changing the ISO Speed ... 85 Correcting the Brightness and Shooting (i-Contrast)... 87 Changing the Noise Reduction Level (High ISO NR) ...
Page 8 Table of Contents Using Various Playback and Editing Functions...137 Quickly Searching Images ...138 Viewing Images in Filtered Playback ...140 Viewing Slideshows ...142 Magnifying Images...143 Changing Image Transitions...143 Viewing Each Image in a Group ...144 Checking the Focus ...146 Displaying Various Images (Smart Shuffle) ...147 Protecting Images...148 Erasing Images...152...
Page 9: Conventions Used In This Guide
Conventions Used in This Guide • Icons are used in the text to represent the camera buttons and dials. • Language that displays on the screen appears inside [ ] (square brackets). • The directional buttons, control dial, FUNC./SET button and control ring are represented by the following icons.
Page 10: Safety Precautions
If liquids or foreign objects come into contact with the camera interior, immediately turn the camera off and remove the battery. If the battery charger becomes wet, unplug it from the outlet and consult your camera distributor or a Canon Customer Support Help Desk. • Use only the recommended battery.
Page 11 The battery may explode or leak, resulting in electrical shock or fire. This could cause injury and damage the surroundings. In the event that a battery leaks and the battery electrolyte contacts eyes, mouth, skin or clothing, immediately flush with water. •...
Page 12 Safety Precautions Caution Denotes the possibility of damage to the equipment. • Do not aim the camera at bright light sources (such as the sun on a clear day). Doing so may damage the image sensor. • When using the camera on a beach or at a windy location, be careful not to allow dust or sand to enter the camera.
Page 13: Getting Started
This chapter explains preparations before shooting, how to shoot in A mode, and then how to view and erase 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: Charging The Battery
Charging the Battery Use the included charger to charge the battery. Be sure to charge the battery as it is not charged at the time of purchase. CB-2LX CB-2LXE To protect the battery and prolong its life, do not charge it for longer than 24 hours continuously.
Page 15 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 16: Compatible Memory Cards (Sold Separately)
Compatible Memory Cards (Sold Separately) Using the battery and charger effectively • Charge the battery on the day, or the day before, it will be used. Charged batteries continue to discharge naturally even if they are not used. Attach the cover to a charged battery so that the visible.
Page 17: Inserting The Battery And Memory Card
Inserting the Battery and Memory Card Insert the included battery and a memory card (sold separately). 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 18: Removing The Battery And Memory Card
Inserting the Battery and Memory Card What if [Memory card locked] appears on the screen? If the write-protect tab is in the locked position, [Memory card locked] will appear on the screen and you will not be able to take or erase images. Removing the Battery and Memory Card Number of Shots per Memory Card Memory Card...
Page 19: Setting The Date And Time
Can you check the number of shots that can be taken? 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.
Page 20: Changing The Date And Time
Setting the Date and Time Reappearing Date/Time screen Set the correct date and time. If you have not set the date and time and the home time zone, the Date/Time screen will appear each time you turn on the camera. Daylight saving time settings in Step 2 on p.
Page 21: Change The Date And Time
Date/Time battery • The camera has a built-in date/time battery (backup battery) that allows the date/time settings to be retained for about 3 weeks after the battery pack has been removed. • By inserting a charged battery or connecting an AC adapter kit (sold separately, p.
Page 22: Setting The Display Language
Setting the Display Language You can change the language that displays on the screen. What if the clock appears when the m button is pressed? The clock will appear if too much time passes between pressing the m button and the n button in Step 2. If the clock appears, press the m button to remove the clock and repeat Step 2.
Page 23: Formatting Memory Cards
Formatting Memory Cards Before you use a new memory card or one that has been formatted 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 24: Pressing The Shutter Button
Pressing the Shutter Button Formatting or erasing data on a memory card merely changes the file management information on the card and does not ensure its contents are completely erased. Be careful when transferring or disposing of a memory card. When disposing of a memory card, take precautions such as physically destroying the card to prevent personal information leaks.
Page 25: Taking Pictures (Smart Auto)
Taking Pictures (Smart Auto) 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. When the flash fires, the white balance of the main subject and background will be automatically adjusted to obtain the best color (Multi-area White Balance).
Page 26 Taking Pictures (Smart Auto) AF Frame What if... • What if the color and brightness of the images do not turn out as expected? The scene icon (p. 206) that appears on the screen may not match the actual scene, and you may not obtain the expected results. If this happens, try shooting in G mode (p.
Page 27 • What if white and gray frames appear when you point the camera toward a subject? A white frame appears on the face or subject that the camera detected as the main subject, while gray frames appear on other detected faces. The frames will follow the subjects within a certain range.
Page 28: Viewing Images
Viewing Images What if an icon appears on the screen? The icon for the determined scene, and the IS mode icon will appear on the screen. For details on the icons that appear, see “Scene Icons” (p. 206) and “IS Mode Icons”...
Page 29: Erasing Images
Switching to Shooting mode Pressing the shutter button halfway while in Playback mode switches the camera to Shooting mode. Erasing Images You can choose and erase images one at a time. Please note that erased images cannot be recovered. Exercise adequate caution before erasing an image. Enter Playback mode.
Page 30: Shooting Movies
Shooting Movies The camera will determine the subject and shooting conditions, and select the best settings for the scene. The audio will record in stereo. Remaining Time Elapsed Time Microphones Set the camera to A mode and compose the shot. Follow Steps 1 –...
Page 31: Shooting Time
Zooming while shooting Moving the zoom lever while shooting will zoom in on or out from the subject. However, operation sounds will be recorded. Also, you cannot use the y ring to zoom. When the mode dial is set to A, the icon for the determined scene will •...
Page 32: Viewing Movies
Viewing Movies You can view the movies you have shot on the screen. How can I play back movies on a computer? Install the included software (p. 34). • 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.
Page 33: Transferring Images To A Computer For Viewing
You can use the included software to transfer images you have shot with the camera to a computer for viewing. If you are already using software included with another Canon-brand compact digital camera, install the software from the included CD-ROM, overwriting your current installation.
Page 34: Installing The Software
Transferring Images to a Computer for Viewing Installing the Software Windows Vista and Mac OS X (v10.5) are used for these explanations. Place the CD-ROM in the computer’s CD-ROM drive. Place the supplied CD-ROM (DIGITAL CAMERA Solution Disk) (p. 2) into the computer’s CD-ROM drive.
Page 35 Turn on the camera to open CameraWindow. Press the 1 button to turn on the camera. For Windows, click [Downloads Images From Canon Camera using Canon CameraWindow] when it appears on the screen. CameraWindow will appear when a connection is established between the camera and computer.
Page 36 For Windows 7, use the following steps to display CameraWindow. Click on the task bar. In the screen that appears, click the Choose [Downloads Images From Canon Camera using Canon CameraWindow] and click [OK]. Double click • You can transfer images even without using the image transfer function in the included software by simply connecting your camera to a computer.
Page 37: Learning More
Learning More This chapter explains the parts of the camera and what appears on the screen, as well as the basic operating instructions.
Page 38: Components Guide
Components Guide Zoom Lever Shooting: i (Telephoto) / j (Wide Angle) (pp. 25, 50) Playback: k (Magnify) / g (Index) (pp. 138, 143) Microphones (p. 30) Lens Mode Dial Shutter Button (p. 24) Mode Dial Use the mode dial to change the Shooting mode. Auto Mode You can leave it to the camera to select settings...
Page 39 Strap Mount (p. 13) Screen (LCD Monitor) (pp. 40, 204, 208) Indicator (see below) (Ring Function Selector) (p. 121) / Call Up Registered Functions (p. 187) / a (Single Image Erase) Button (p. 29) Movie Button (pp. 30, 127) Speaker A/V OUT (Audio/Video Output) / DIGITAL Terminal (pp.
Page 40: Screen Display
Screen Display Switching the Display You can change the screen display using the p button. Refer to p. 204 for details on information that appears on the screen. Shooting Playback No Information Simple Information Display • When you shoot, you can change what appears on the screen in [Custom Display] (p.
Page 41 Histogram during Playback High Dark Bright RGB Histogram/GPS Information Display • When a signal is not correctly received from a GPS satellite, [---] will appear in place of numerical values for items where positioning data is incomplete. • UTC stands for “Coordinated Universal Time”, and is approximately equivalent to Greenwich Mean Time.
Page 42: Func. Menu - Basic Operations
FUNC. Menu – Basic Operations You can set commonly used shooting functions using the FUNC. menu. The menu items and options differ depending on the Shooting mode (pp. 212 – 215). Available Options Menu Items Display the FUNC. menu. Press the m button. Choose a menu item.
Page 43: Menu - Basic Operations
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 options differ depending on the Shooting mode and the Playback mode (pp. 216 – 221). Display the menu.
Page 44: Changing The Sound Settings
Changing the Sound Settings You can silence or adjust the volume of camera sounds. Muting Sounds You can also mute camera sounds by holding down the p button and • turning the camera on. • If you mute camera sounds, the sound will also be muted when playing back movies (p.
Page 45: Adjusting The Volume
Adjusting the Volume Changing the Sound Settings Display the menu. Press the n button. Choose [Volume]. Move the zoom lever to choose the 3 tab. Press the op buttons or turn the 7 dial to choose [Volume], then press the m button.
Page 46: Adjusting The Screen Brightness
Adjusting the Screen Brightness The screen brightness can be adjusted in 2 ways. Using the Menu Using the p Button • The next time you turn on the camera, the screen will be at the brightness setting chosen in the 3 tab. When you have [LCD Brightness] set to its highest setting in the 3 tab, •...
Page 47: Returning The Camera To Default
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. 20), [Language Zone] (p. 181) and the image registered in [Start-up Image] (p. 178) in the 3 tab.
Page 48: Power Saving Function
Power Saving Function (Auto Power Down) To save battery power, the screen turns off, and the camera turns off automatically when it is not operated for a certain time. Power Saving during Shooting The screen will turn off approximately 1 minute after you stop operating the camera.
Page 49: Shooting With Commonly Used Functions
Shooting with Commonly This chapter explains how to use common functions, such as the self- timer, and how to turn off the flash. This chapter assumes that the camera is set to A mode. When shooting • in another mode, check which functions are available in that mode (pp. 210 –...
Page 50: Turning The Flash Off
Turning the Flash Off You can shoot with the flash turned off. What if a flashing When you press the shutter button halfway in low light conditions where camera shake is likely, a flashing tripod to prevent it from moving. Zooming In More Closely on Subjects (Digital Zoom) You can use the digital zoom to zoom up to approximately 20x maximum, and...
Page 51: Shoot Using Preset Focal Lengths (Step Zoom)
Zoom Factor Turning off the digital zoom To turn off the digital zoom, press the n button to choose [Digital Zoom] in the 4 tab, then choose [Off]. • The focal lengths when using the optical zoom and digital zoom together are as follows (all focal lengths are 35mm film equivalent): 24 –...
Page 52: 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. 19). You can insert and print the shooting date in images which do not have an embedded date and time as follows.
Page 53: Using The Self-Timer
Using the Self-Timer The self-timer can be used to shoot a group photo that includes the photographer. The camera will shoot approximately 10 seconds after the shutter button is pressed. Choose After pressing the m button, press the op buttons to choose Choose ].
Page 54: Customizing The Self-Timer
Using the Self-Timer Using the Self-Timer to Prevent Camera Shake The camera will shoot approximately 2 seconds after the shutter button is pressed, preventing any camera shake that occurs when pressing the shutter button. Customizing the Self-Timer You can set the delay (0 – 30 seconds) and the number of shots (1 – 10 shots). Choose [.
Page 55: Changing The Aspect Ratio
• When 2 or more shots are set, the exposure and white balance settings are set with the first shot. If the flash fires or you set a high number of shots, the shooting interval may take longer than usual. Shooting will stop automatically if the memory card fills.
Page 56: Changing The Recording Pixel Setting (Image Size)
Changing the Recording Pixel Setting (Image Size) You can choose from 4 recording pixel settings. The digital zoom (p. 50) can only be used in an aspect ratio of Changing the Compression Ratio (Image Quality) You can choose from the following 2 compression ratios (image quality): (Fine), (Normal).
Page 57 (Small) 0.3M/640x480 • The values in the table are measured according to Canon standards and may change depending on the subject, memory card and camera settings. • The values in the table are based on 4:3 aspect ratio. If the aspect ratio is changed (p.
Page 58: Correcting The Green Tint From Mercury Lamps
Correcting the Green Tint from Mercury Lamps When shooting scenes lit by mercury lamps, such as night scenes, the subject and background in the recorded image may have a green tint. You can automatically correct the green tint when shooting (Multi-area White Balance).
Page 59: Adding Effects And Shooting In Various Conditions
Adding Effects and Shooting in Various Conditions This chapter explains how to add effects and how to shoot in various conditions.
Page 60: Shooting In Special Scenes
Shooting in Special Scenes The camera will select the necessary settings for the conditions in which you wish to shoot when you choose the matching mode. Enter K mode. Set the mode dial to K. Choose a Shooting mode. After pressing the m button, press the op buttons to choose Press the qr buttons or turn the 7 dial to choose a Shooting mode, then press the...
Page 61 Shooting in Special Scenes V Take shots of kids and pets (Kids&Pets) Lets you capture subjects that move around, such as children and pets, without missing photo opportunities. Move approximately 1 m (3.3 ft.) or more away from your subject and shoot. Take nightscapes without using a tripod (Handheld NightScene) Lets you take beautiful snapshots of city...
Page 62 Shooting in Special Scenes • mode, hold the camera firmly while shooting as multiple images are captured in succession. In t mode, attach the camera to a tripod to prevent the camera from • moving and blurring the image. Additionally, you should set [IS Mode] to [Off] when shooting with a tripod (p.
Page 63: Adding Effects And Shooting (Creative Filters)
Adding Effects and Shooting (Creative Filters) You can add various effects to images when shooting. Since you may not achieve the expected results with images shot in Enter mode. Set the mode dial to Choose a Shooting mode. After pressing the m button, press the op buttons to choose Press the qr buttons or turn the 7 dial to choose a Shooting mode, then press the...
Page 64: Secure The Camera
Adding Effects and Shooting (Creative Filters) Shooting High Contrast Scenes (High Dynamic Range) The camera takes 3 successive shots at different brightness settings, then selects and combines the areas with the best brightness into one image. This lets you reduce highlight blowout and loss of details in shadowed areas commonly found in high contrast scenes.
Page 65: Color Effects
Color Effects Effect Off — Sepia Lets you shoot sepia toned images. Lets you shoot black and white images. Super Vivid Lets you take shots with vivid, intense colors. Poster Effect Lets you take shots that look like an old poster or illustration. Shooting with Faded Colors (Nostalgic) This effect fades the colors and roughens the image so that it looks like an old photograph.
Page 66: Miniature Effect
Adding Effects and Shooting (Creative Filters) Shooting with the Effects of a Fish-Eye Lens (Fish-eye Effect) Lets you shoot with the distorting effect of a fish-eye lens. Taking Shots That Look Like a Miniature Model (Miniature Effect) Blurs chosen portions in the top and bottom of an image to produce the effect of a miniature model.
Page 67 If you press the qr buttons in Step 2, the frame will switch to vertical • orientation, and you can change the area to keep in focus by pressing the qr buttons again or turning the 7 dial. Press the op buttons to return the frame orientation to horizontal.
Page 68: Shooting In Monochrome
Adding Effects and Shooting (Creative Filters) Shooting in Monochrome You can shoot images in black and white, sepia or blue and white. Lets you shoot black and white images. Sepia Lets you shoot sepia toned images. Blue Lets you shoot blue and white images. Shooting with Color Accent You can choose to retain a single color and change the rest to black and white in a composition.
Page 69: Shooting With Color Swap
Recorded color • Using the flash may cause unexpected results in this mode. • Depending on shooting conditions, the image may become coarse, or the colors may not come out as expected. Shooting with Color Swap You can swap one color in an image for another when recording it. You can only swap one color.
Page 70 Adding Effects and Shooting (Creative Filters) • Using the flash may cause unexpected results in this mode. • Depending on shooting conditions, the image may become coarse, or the colors may not come out as expected. Specify the color to be swapped. Position the center frame so it is filled with the color you want and press the q button.
Page 71: Making Short Movies Automatically (Movie Digest)
Making Short Movies Automatically (Movie Digest) You can make a short movie of a day just by taking still images. Each time you take a picture, the scene just before taking your shot will be recorded as a movie. All the movies recorded that day will be saved as a single file.
Page 72: Detecting A Face And Shooting (Smart Shutter)
Detecting a Face and Shooting (Smart Shutter) Detecting a Smile and Shooting The camera will shoot, even without pressing the shutter button, when it detects a smile. What if a smile is not detected? Smiles are easier to detect if the subject faces the camera, and opens their mouth enough to show some teeth when smiling.
Page 73 Using the Wink Self-Timer Point the camera at a person and press the shutter button fully. The camera will shoot approximately 2 seconds after it detects a wink. What if a wink is not detected? • Wink a bit slowly. •...
Page 74: Using The Face Self-Timer
Detecting a Face and Shooting (Smart Shutter) Changing the number of shots in Step 1, press the op buttons. After choosing • Shutting both eyes will also be detected as a wink. • If a wink is not detected, the shutter will release approximately 15 seconds later.
Page 75 Changing the number of shots in Step 1, press the op buttons. After choosing Even if your face is not detected after joining the subjects, the shutter will release approximately 15 seconds later. Detecting a Face and Shooting (Smart Shutter) Join the subjects and look at the camera.
Page 76: High-Speed Continuous Shooting (High-Speed Burst Hq)
High-Speed Continuous Shooting (High- speed Burst HQ) While the shutter button is pressed down, you can shoot up to 8 continuous shots at a maximum speed of approx. 9.6 images per second. HQ stands for High Quality. • The focus, brightness and white balance will be set with the first shot. •...
Page 77 High-Speed Continuous Shooting (High-speed Burst HQ) • You can play back images individually (p. 144), and cancel grouping (p. 145). • Protecting (p. 148) a grouped image, will protect all of the images in the group. • If you play back grouped images using Filtered Playback (p. 140) or Smart Shuffle (p.
Page 78: Shooting Stitch Assist Images
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 a display (p. 193). To use AF lock, register % to the •...
Page 79: Choosing Settings Yourself
Choosing 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 you have set the mode dial to G mode. • G stands for Program AE. •...
Page 80: Shooting In Program Ae
Shooting in Program AE You can choose the settings for various functions to suit your preferences. AE stands for Auto Exposure. The focusing range is approximately 5 cm (2.0 in.) – infinity at maximum wide angle (j), and approximately 30 cm (12 in.) – infinity at maximum telephoto (i).
Page 81: Adjusting The Brightness (Exposure Compensation)
Adjusting the Brightness (Exposure Compensation) You can adjust the standard exposure set by the camera in 1/3-stop increments in the range of –3 to +3. You can also set the camera so that turning the y ring changes the compensation amount (p. 121). Turning the Flash On You can make the flash fire every time you shoot.
Page 82: Adjusting The White Balance
Adjusting the White Balance The white balance (WB) function sets the optimal white balance for natural looking colors to match the shooting conditions. Auto Day Light Cloudy Tungsten Fluorescent Fluorescent H Flash Underwater Custom Choose the white balance function. After pressing the m button, press the op buttons to choose Choose an option.
Page 83: Custom White Balance
Custom White Balance You can adjust the white balance to match the light source at the shooting location. Make sure that you set the white balance under the light source of the actual scene you will shoot. If you change camera settings after recording white balance data, the tone may not turn out properly.
Page 84: Correcting The White Balance
Adjusting the White Balance Correcting the White Balance You can correct the white balance. This adjustment will have the same effect as using a commercially-available color temperature conversion filter or color compensating filter. • B stands for blue, A for amber, M for magenta, and G for green. •...
Page 85: Changing The Iso Speed
Changing the ISO Speed Automatically adjusts the ISO speed to the Shooting mode and shooting conditions. High 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 86 Changing the ISO Speed Changing the Maximum ISO Speed for You can set a maximum ISO speed of You can also set the ISO speed by pressing the n button and choosing [ISO Auto Settings] in the 4 tab. Changing the Rate of Change for You can choose [Slow], [Standard] or [Fast] rates of change for Choose [ISO Auto Settings].
Page 87: Correcting The Brightness And Shooting (I-Contrast)
Correcting the Brightness and Shooting (i-Contrast) The camera can detect areas in the scene, such as faces or backgrounds, that are too bright or dark and automatically adjust them to the optimum brightness when shooting. To suppress highlight blowout, Dynamic Range Correction is used. To bring out shadow details, Shadow Correct is used.
Page 88: Changing The Noise Reduction Level (High Iso Nr)
Changing the Noise Reduction Level (High ISO NR) Shadow Correct Changing the Noise Reduction Level (High ISO NR) You can choose from 3 levels of noise reduction: [Standard], [High], [Low]. This function is especially effective when shooting at high ISO speeds. •...
Page 89: Shooting Raw Images
Shooting RAW Images A RAW image is raw data recorded with nearly no deterioration in image quality resulting from image processing inside the camera. You can use the supplied software to adjust the image in any way you like with minimal loss in image quality.
Page 90: Continuous Shooting
Continuous Shooting As long as you hold the shutter button down, the camera will shoot continuously. Maximum Mode (Approx. images/sec.) Continuous Continuous Shooting AF Continuous Shooting LV* * When in t mode (p. 62), AF lock (p. 99) or manual focus modes (p. 102), •...
Page 91: Changing The Tone Of An Image (My Colors)
Changing the Tone of an Image (My Colors) You can change the tone of an image, for example 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...
Page 92: Shooting Close-Ups (Macro)
Shooting Close-ups (Macro) Custom Color The contrast, sharpness, color saturation, red, green, blue, and skin tones in an image can be chosen and set at 5 different levels. Shooting Close-ups (Macro) If you set the camera to e, it focuses on close subjects only. The focusing range is approximately 3 –...
Page 93: Using The Digital Tele-Converter
Using the Digital Tele-Converter The focal length of the lens can be increased by 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 94: Changing The Af Frame Mode
Changing the AF Frame Mode You can change the AF (Auto Focus) frame mode to match the scene you want to shoot. Face AiAF • Detects people’s faces and sets the focus, exposure (evaluative metering only) and white balance ( •...
Page 95: Changing The Composition With The Focus Lock
Tracking AF You can choose the subject you want to focus on and shoot (p. 96). FlexiZone/Center A single AF frame will be used. This is effective for focusing on a specific point. In [FlexiZone], you can change the position and size of the AF frame (p.
Page 96: Choosing The Subject To Focus On (Tracking Af)
Choosing the Subject to Focus On (Tracking AF) You can choose the subject you want to focus on and shoot. Choose After pressing the m button, press the op buttons to choose Press the qr buttons or turn the 7 dial to , then press the m button.
Page 97: Changing The Af Frame Position And Size
• The camera will detect a subject even if you press the shutter button halfway without pressing the q button. When shooting completes, will appear in the center of the screen. • [Servo AF] (p. 99) is fixed to [On]. •...
Page 98: Magnifying The Focal Point
Magnifying the Focal Point • The spot AE point frame can be linked with the AF frame (p. 103). You can also set the AF frame size by pressing the n button and • choosing [AF Frame Size] in the 4 tab. •...
Page 99: Shooting With Servo Af
Shooting with Servo AF While the shutter button is pressed halfway, the focus and exposure will continue to adjust, allowing you to take pictures of moving subjects without missing a shot. • The camera may not be able to focus in some conditions. •...
Page 100: Focus Bracketing (Focus-Bkt Mode)
Focus Bracketing (Focus-BKT Mode) Focus Bracketing (Focus-BKT Mode) The camera automatically takes 3 continuous shots in the following order: one at the position set in manual focus (p. 102), and one each with focus positions preset farther and nearer. The focus adjustment can be set in 3 levels.
Page 101: Choosing The Person To Focus On (Face Select)
Choosing the Person to Focus On (Face Select) You can choose a specific person’s face to focus on and then shoot. Register 0 to the (p. 187). Enter Face Select mode. Point the camera toward the face of the subject and press the After [Face Select : On] appears, a face frame will appear around the face...
Page 102: Shooting In Manual Focus Mode
Shooting in Manual Focus Mode You can use manual focus when auto focus is not possible. If you press the shutter button halfway after roughly focusing manually, you can fine tune the focus. MF Indicator You can also adjust the focus by turning the y ring (p. 121). •...
Page 103: Changing The Metering Method
Changing the Metering Method You can change the metering method (brightness measuring function) to match the shooting conditions. 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 greater Weighted Avg.
Page 104: Shooting With The Ae Lock
Shooting with the AE Lock You can lock the exposure and shoot, or set the focus and exposure separately to shoot. AE stands for “Auto Exposure”. Program Shift If you lock the exposure and turn the 7 dial, you can change the shutter speed and aperture value combination.
Page 105: Auto Exposure Bracketing (Aeb Mode)
Auto Exposure Bracketing (AEB Mode) The camera takes 3 continuous shots while automatically adjusting the exposure to standard exposure, underexposure and overexposure, in that order. AEB is only available in ! (p. 50). • • Continuous shooting (p. 90) cannot be used in this mode. If you press the n button while in the exposure compensation •...
Page 106: Using The Nd Filter
Using the ND Filter The ND filter reduces light intensity to 1/8 (3 stops) of the actual level, allowing for slower shutter speeds and smaller aperture values. Attach the camera to a tripod to prevent camera shake. Additionally, you should set [IS Mode] to [Off] when shooting with a tripod (p. 186). 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 107: Adjusting The Flash Exposure Compensation
Adjusting the Flash Exposure Compensation You can adjust the flash output in 1/3-stop increments in the range of -2 to +2. Safety FE The camera automatically changes the shutter speed or aperture value when the flash fires to avoid overexposing and blowing out the highlights in the scene. However, if you press the n button to display the 4 tab and set [Safety FE] in [Flash Settings] to [Off], the shutter speed and aperture value will not automatically adjust.
Page 108: Checking For Shut Eyes
Checking for Shut Eyes Red-eye correction may be applied to areas other than red eyes. For example, when red make-up has been used around eyes. • You can also correct recorded images (p. 162). You can also display the screen in Step 2 by pressing the r button, then •...
Page 109: Using The Gps Function
Using the GPS Function This function uses signals received from multiple GPS satellites to record location information (latitude, longitude, elevation) in still images and movies. The location information data can also be recorded separately from images and movies. This function can also be used to automatically update the camera’s clock.
Page 110 Using the GPS Function Carrying the Camera when Using the GPS Logger Function When carrying the camera, make sure the GPS signal receiver is pointed toward the sky whenever possible. When keeping it in your bag, try to keep it in an outer pocket with the GPS signal receiver pointed toward the sky.
Page 111 Turning the GPS Function On Reception Status Display GPS satellite signal received. The camera’s positioning data or the (Displayed) shooting date can be recorded. (Flashing) Searching for GPS satellite. (Displayed) Cannot receive GPS satellite signal. Using the GPS Function Display the [GPS Settings] screen. Press the n button to choose [GPS Settings] in the 3 tab, then press the m button.
Page 112 Using the GPS Function What if appears on the screen and you cannot receive a GPS satellite signal? • If you are using the camera in an environment where the GPS satellite signal cannot be received, such as indoors, (p. 110), take the camera outside where the sky is clearly visible.
Page 113: Turn Off The Camera
Recording the Camera’s Location Information (Logger Function) When the camera is turned off, it will continue to receive a signal from GPS satellites for a certain interval of time, and record the route taken. Based on the received signals, the location information and shooting date for a single day will be recorded in a GPS log file, separate from images.
Page 114 Using the GPS Function How do I check if a GPS log file was created? will appear in the upper right of the screen in Step 2 when a GPS log file is created. If this icon appears, exercise caution when formatting the memory card (pp.
Page 115 Automatically Updating the Date and Time The date and time for the set time zones (pp. 19, 181) will be automatically updated when the camera receives a GPS satellite signal. How do I check if the time was automatically updated? [Update completed] will display in the Date/Time screen in Step 3 on p.
Page 117: Getting More Out Of Your Camera
Getting More Out of Your This chapter explains how to shoot in M, B and D modes. How to use mode is also explained. • This chapter assumes that the camera has been set to the corresponding mode. Camera...
Page 118: Setting The Shutter Speed
Setting the Shutter Speed You can set the shutter to the speed at which you want to shoot. The camera will set the appropriate aperture value for the shutter speed you set. M stands for “Time value”. Available Shutter Speeds 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...
Page 119: Setting The Aperture Value
Setting the Aperture Value You can set the aperture to a value at which you want to shoot. The camera will set the appropriate shutter speed for the aperture value you set. B stands for “Aperture value”, which refers to the size of the aperture opening inside the lens.
Page 120: Setting The Shutter Speed And Aperture Value
Setting the Shutter Speed and Aperture Value You can manually set the shutter speed and aperture to shoot images with the exposure you want. D stands for “Manual”. Aperture Value Shutter Speed Standard Exposure Level Exposure Level Exposure Level Indicator •...
Page 121: Making Settings Using The Control Ring
Making Settings using the Control Ring You can change the function assigned to the control ring. By performing operations with the control ring, you can enjoy the feeling of using a fully manual camera. Choose a function to assign to the y ring.
Page 122: Functions Assignable To The Control Ring
Making Settings using the Control Ring Functions Assignable to the Control Ring The functions you can assign to the control ring differ depending on the shooting mode. The functions assigned to the control dial also change. Shooting mode Assignable Function Tv, Av* You can use the manual focus (p.
Page 123: Adjusting The Flash Output
Registering Functions to the Control Ring You can register which functions will be assigned to the control ring for each Shooting mode. Adjusting the Flash Output In D mode, you can choose 3 levels of flash output. Adjusting the Flash Output Choose Follow Step 1 on p.
Page 124 Adjusting the Flash Output You can also set the flash output level with the following methods. Press the n button to choose [Flash Settings] (p. 107) in the 4 tab, then • choose [Flash Output] and press the qr buttons. Press the r button, then the n button, and the settings screen will appear.
Page 125: Saving Shooting Settings
Saving Shooting Settings You can save commonly used Shooting modes and settings to your preference. To switch to saved settings, simply turn the mode dial to Even if you switch Shooting modes or turn off the camera, settings that usually cancel (self timer, etc.) will be saved. Settings that Can be Saved Shooting modes (G, M, B and D) •...
Page 127: Using Various Functions For Shooting Movies
Using Various Functions for This chapter serves as a more advanced version of the “Shooting Movies” and “Viewing Movies” sections in Chapter 1, and explains how to use various functions for shooting and viewing movies. This chapter assumes that you have set the mode dial to E. However, •...
Page 128: Shooting Movies In E Mode
Shooting Movies in E Mode Changing the Movie Mode You can choose among 3 different Movie modes. E Standard iFrame Movie Super Slow Motion Movie *1 Video type advocated by Apple. *2 You can quickly edit and save iFrame movies if you use the included software. Even in E, the shutter button.
Page 129: Shooting Various Kinds Of Movies
Shooting Various Kinds of Movies Just as with still images, you can let the camera select the best settings for the scene or add various effects while shooting movies. I Portrait J Landscape Nostalgic Miniature Effect Monochrome Super Vivid Poster Effect •...
Page 130: Shoot Movies That Look Like A Miniature Model (Miniature Effect)
Shoot Movies That Look Like a Miniature Model (Miniature Effect) You can shoot movies that look like moving miniature models. You create the miniature model effect by choosing the upper and lower portions of the scene that will be blurred, and the playback speed, which makes people and objects in the scene move quickly during playback.
Page 131: Shoot Fast Moving Subjects And Play Them Back In Slow Motion
• The image quality will be fixed at chosen, and If you press the qr buttons in Step 2, the frame will switch to vertical • orientation, and you can change the area to keep in focus by pressing the qr buttons again or turning the 7 dial.
Page 132: Ae Lock/Exposure Shift
AE Lock/Exposure Shift Frame Rates and Playback Times (for 30 Sec. Clips) Frame Rate 240 fps 120 fps Viewing super slow motion movies • The movie will play back in slow motion when you follow Steps 1 – 3 on p. 32. •...
Page 133: Changing The Image Quality
*1 Approx. 13 min. 35 sec. for iFrame movies (p. 128). *2 Approx. 55 min. 38 sec. for iFrame movies (p. 128). • Based on Canon’s testing standards. • Recording will automatically stop when the clip file size reaches 4 GB, or when the...
Page 134: Using The Wind Filter
Using the Wind Filter Wind Filter suppresses noise when the wind is strong. However, unnatural sound may result when used to record in locations with no wind. Other Shooting Functions The following functions can be used in the same way as for still images. However, depending on the Shooting mode, settings may not be available or may not have any effect.
Page 135: Editing
Editing You can trim the beginnings and ends of recorded movies. Movie Editing Panel Movie Editing Bar Choose *. Follow Steps 1 – 3 on p. 32 to choose *, then press the m button. The movie editing panel and the movie editing bar will appear.
Page 136: Save The Edited Movie
Editing • When [Overwrite] is chosen in Step 4, the unedited movie is overwritten with the edited movie, erasing the original. • When there is not enough space left on the memory card, only [Overwrite] can be chosen. • If the battery is depleted partway through saving, the edited movie clips may not be saved.
Page 137: Using Various Playback And Editing Functions
Using Various Playback and This chapter explains various ways to play back and edit images. Press the 1 button to enter Playback mode before operating the camera. • • It may not be possible to play back or edit images that have been edited on a computer, have had their file names changed, or have been taken on a different camera.
Page 138: Quickly Searching Images
Quickly Searching Images Searching Images Using Index Display Displaying multiple images at the same time lets you quickly find the image you want. Searching Images by Scrolling Turning the 7 dial will display images in a line letting you quickly search them.
Page 139 Viewing Movies Made with Movie Digest You can select movies made in Quickly Searching Images mode (p. 71) by date for viewing. Choose [Movie Digest Playback]. Press the n button to choose [Movie Digest Playback] in the 1 tab, then press the m button.
Page 140: Viewing Images In Filtered Playback
Viewing Images in Filtered Playback When there are many images on the memory card, you can filter and display them by a specified filter. You can also protect (p. 148) or erase (p. 152) images at once while filtered. Jump to Favorites Jump Shot Date Jump to My Category Jump to Still/Movie...
Page 141: Using The Control Ring To Jump
What if you cannot choose a filter? Filters that do not have any corresponding images cannot be chosen. Filtered playback In filtered playback (Step 2), you can view filtered images with “Quickly Searching Images” (p. 138), “Viewing Slideshows” (p. 142), and “Magnifying Images” (p.
Page 142: Viewing Slideshows
Viewing Slideshows You can automatically play back images recorded to a memory card. If you press the qr buttons or turn the 7 dial during playback, the image • will switch. If you keep the qr buttons pressed, you can fast-forward through images.
Page 143: Magnifying Images
Magnifying Images Approximate Location of Displayed Area In magnified display, pressing the n button restores single image • playback. • Movies cannot be magnified. Changing Image Transitions You can choose from 3 transition effects when switching between images in single image playback. Move the zoom lever toward k.
Page 144: Viewing Each Image In A Group
Viewing Each Image in a Group Grouped images taken in Group playback In group playback (Step 3 above), you can use functions in “Quickly Searching Images” (p. 138) and “Magnifying Images” (p. 143). You can process all the images in a group at once while performing operations in “Protecting Images” (p.
Page 145: Ungrouping Images
Ungrouping Images Grouped images taken in individually. Grouping cannot be canceled while viewing images individually (p. 144). Viewing Each Image in a Group mode can be ungrouped and viewed Choose [Group Images]. Press the n button to choose [Group Images] in the 1 tab. Choose a setting.
Page 146: Checking The Focus
Checking the Focus You can magnify the area of a recorded image that was inside the AF Frame to check the focus. The focus check display is not available for movies. Press the p button to switch to the focus check display (p. 40). A white frame will appear where the AF frame was when the focus was set.
Page 147: Displaying Various Images (Smart Shuffle)
Displaying Various Images (Smart Shuffle) The camera will choose 4 images based on the displayed image. If you choose one of those images, the camera will select 4 more images letting you enjoy playing back images in an unexpected order. This will work best if you take many shots of various scenes.
Page 148: Protecting Images
Protecting Images You can protect important images so that they cannot be accidentally erased with the camera (pp. 29, 152). Choosing a Selection Method If you format the memory card (pp. 23, 177), protected images will also be erased. Protected images cannot be erased with the camera’s erase function. To erase an image, cancel protection settings first.
Page 149: Selecting A Range
If you switch to Shooting mode or turn off the camera before performing the operations in Step 3, images will not be protected. Selecting a Range Choose images. Press the qr buttons or turn the 7 dial to choose an image, then press the m button.
Page 150: Protect Images
Protecting Images Choosing images with the 7 dial You can also choose the first or last image by turning the 7 dial when the upper screen in Steps 2 and 3 is displayed. Press the qr buttons or turn the 7 dial to choose an image, then press the m button.
Page 151 Choosing All Images You can unlock groups of protected images if you choose [Unlock] in Step 4 in “Selecting a Range”, or Step 2 in “Choosing All Images”. Choose [All Images]. Follow Step 2 on p. 148 to choose [All Images], then press the m button.
Page 152: Erasing Images
Erasing Images You can choose images and then erase them in groups. Since erased images cannot be recovered, exercise adequate caution before erasing. Protected images (p. 148) cannot be erased. Choosing a Selection Method Choosing Images Individually Choose [Erase]. Press the n button to choose [Erase] in the 1 tab, then press the m button.
Page 153 Selecting a Range Choosing All Images Erase. If you press the n button, a confirmation screen will appear. Press the qr buttons or turn the 7 dial to choose [OK], then press the m button. Choose [Select Range]. Follow Step 2 on p. 152 to choose [Select Range], then press the m button.
Page 154: Tagging Images As Favorites
Tagging Images as Favorites When you tag images as favorites, you can easily categorize just those images. You can also filter out just those images for viewing, protecting or erasing (p. 140). If you switch to Shooting mode or turn off the camera before completing the setting in Step 3, images will not be tagged as favorites.
Page 155: Organizing Images By Category (My Category)
Organizing Images by Category (My Category) You can organize images into categories. You can display the images in a category in filtered playback (p. 140) and process all images at once by using the functions below. • “Viewing Slideshows” (p. 142), “Protecting Images” (p. 148), “Erasing Images”...
Page 156 Organizing Images by Category (My Category) If you switch to Shooting mode or turn off the camera before completing the setting in Step 4, images will not be tagged as My Category. Selecting a Range Choose an image. Press the qr buttons or turn the 7 dial to choose an image.
Page 157: Rotating Images
If you choose [Deselect] in Step 4, you can deselect all of the images in the [Select Range] category. Rotating Images You can change the orientation of an image and save it. • Movies with an image quality setting of •...
Page 158: 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. • Images saved as • Movies and RAW images cannot be edited. Choose [Resize].
Page 159: 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 Choose [Trimming]. Press the n button to choose [Trimming] in the 1 tab, then press the m button.
Page 160: Adding Effects With The My Colors Function
Adding Effects with the My Colors Function • Images recorded at a pixel setting of (p. 158) cannot be edited. • Images that can be trimmed will have the same width and height ratio after trimming. • The number of recorded pixels in a trimmed image will be smaller than before trimming.
Page 161: Correcting The Brightness (I-Contrast)
Correcting the Brightness (i-Contrast) The camera can detect areas in an image, such as faces or backgrounds, that are too dark and automatically adjust them to the optimum brightness. Also, when the overall image is lacking in contrast, the camera will automatically correct the image for a sharper impression.
Page 162: 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 corrected properly. • When [Overwrite] in Step 4 is chosen, the uncorrected image is overwritten with the corrected data, erasing the original image. •...
Page 163: Printing
Canon-brand PictBridge compliant printer (sold separately). Canon-Brand PictBridge Compliant Printers • This chapter uses Canon-brand SELPHY CP series printers in the explanations. The displayed screens and available functions will differ depending on the printer. Please also refer to the Printer User Guide.
Page 164: Printing Images
Printing Images Easy Print You can easily print the pictures you take by connecting the camera to a PictBridge compliant printer (sold separately) using the supplied interface cable (p. 2). Turn off the camera and printer. Connect the camera to the printer. Open the cover and insert the cable’s small plug firmly into the camera terminal in the direction shown.
Page 165: Print Images
• Refer to p. 228 for Canon-brand PictBridge compliant printers (sold separately). • Index printing is not available on certain Canon-brand PictBridge compliant printers (sold separately). • RAW images cannot be printed. Choose an image. Press the qr buttons or turn the 7 dial to choose an image, then press the m button.
Page 166: Making Print Settings
Printing Images Making Print Settings Default Date File No. Both Default Red-Eye1 No. of Copies Choose the number of copies. Trimming — Paper Settings — Connect the camera to the printer. Follow Steps 1 – 5 on p. 164 to display the screen on the left.
Page 167 Trimming and Printing (Trimming) You can cut out a portion of an image for printing. • You may not be able to trim images depending on the aspect ratio, or if they are too small. • Trimming photos with embedded dates may not show the dates properly. Choose [Trimming].
Page 168 Printing Images Choosing the Paper Size and Layout for Printing Choose [Paper Settings]. Follow Steps 1 – 2 on p. 166 to choose [Paper Settings], then press the m button. Choose a paper size. Press the op buttons or turn the 7 dial to choose an option, then press the m button.
Page 169: Available Layout Options
Available Layout Options Default Follows the printer’s settings. Bordered Prints with a border. Borderless Prints without a border. N-up Selects how many copies of an image are printed on a sheet. Prints ID photos. ID Photo Only images with a recording pixel setting of L and an aspect ratio of 4:3 can be chosen.
Page 170: Connect The Camera To The Printer
Pressing the m button during printing will cancel printing. • • [ID Photo] and [Sequence] cannot be chosen on Canon brand PictBridge compliant printers from CP720/CP730 and earlier models. Connect the camera to the printer. Follow Steps 1 – 5 on p. 164 to choose a movie.
Page 171: Choosing Images For Printing (Dpof)
Choosing Images for Printing (DPOF) You can choose up to 998 images on a memory card for printing and specify settings such as the number of copies so that they can be printed as a batch (p. 174) or processed at a photo developer service. These selection methods comply with the DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) standards.
Page 172: Choosing The Number Of Copies
Choosing Images for Printing (DPOF) • Some printers or photo developer services may not be able to reflect all of the settings in the prints. • may appear when using a memory card with print settings set by a different camera. If you change the settings using this camera, all the previous settings may be overwritten.
Page 173: Set All Images To Print Once
Select Range Set All Images to Print Once Choosing Images for Printing (DPOF) Set the number of prints. Press the op buttons or turn the 7 dial to set the number of prints (maximum 99). Repeat Steps 2 and 3 to choose other images and the number of prints for each.
Page 174 Choosing Images for Printing (DPOF) Clearing All Selections Printing chosen images (DPOF) Choose [Clear All Selections]. Follow Step 1 on p. 172 to choose [Clear All Selections], then press the m button. All selections will be cleared. Press the qr buttons or turn the 7 dial to choose [OK], then press the m button.
Page 175: Customizing Camera Settings
Customizing Camera Settings You can customize various settings 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 176: Changing Camera Settings
Changing Camera Settings You can customize convenient and commonly used functions in the 3 tab (p. 43). Changing Sounds You can change each of the camera’s operation sounds. Even if you change the [Shutter Sound], it will not be reflected in the shutter sound option in Turning Off Hints &...
Page 177: Low Level Memory Card Formatting
Low Level Memory Card Formatting Perform low level formatting when [Memory card error] appears, the camera does not operate properly, you think that the recording/reading speed of a memory card has dropped, the continuous shooting speed slows down, or recording suddenly stops while shooting a movie. As you cannot retrieve the erased data, exercise adequate caution before formatting the memory card.
Page 178 Changing Camera Settings Changing the Start-up Screen You can change the start-up screen that appears when you turn on the camera. Registering Recorded Images as the Start-up Screen Choose [Start-up Image], then press the m button. Press the qr buttons or turn the 7 dial to choose an option.
Page 179 Any previously registered start-up image will be overwritten when registering a new start-up image. Register the start-up image or sounds with the included software The dedicated operation sounds and start-up images on the included software can be registered to the camera. Refer to the Software Guide for details. Changing the File Number Assignment Images you shoot are automatically assigned file numbers in the order they were taken, from 0001 –...
Page 180: Creating Folders By Shooting Date
Changing Camera Settings Creating Folders by Shooting Date Images are saved into folders created each month, however, you can also create folders by shooting date. Changing the Lens Retract Time For safety reasons, the lens retracts about 1 minute after pressing the 1 button when in a Shooting mode (p.
Page 181: Setting The Screen Shut-Off Time
Setting the Screen Shut-Off Time You can adjust the time the screen takes to shut off automatically (p. 48). This also works when [Auto Power Down] is set to [Off]. Using the World Clock When traveling abroad, you can record images with local dates and times simply by switching the time zone setting.
Page 182 Changing Camera Settings If you change the date or time in the time and date will automatically change. Changing the Displayed Units You can change the units that display in the MF indicator (p. 102), zoom bar (p. 25), and the altitude recorded with the GPS function (p. 112), from m/cm to ft/in.
Page 183: Changing Shooting Function Settings
Changing Shooting Function Settings If you set the mode dial to G, you can change the settings in the 4 tab (p. 43). Before attempting to shoot using a function explained in this section in modes other than G, check if the function is available in those modes (pp.
Page 184 Changing Shooting Function Settings Turning Off the Red-Eye Reduction Function The red-eye reduction lamp lights in order to reduce the red-eye effect that occurs when shooting in dark conditions with the flash. You can turn off this function. Changing the Image Display Time Right After Shooting You can change the length of time the images display right after shooting.
Page 185: After Shooting
Changing the Way the Image Displays Right After Shooting You can change the way the image displays right after shooting. Customizing Display Information You can change which information is displayed by switching between custom displays with each press of the p button. If you press the shutter button halfway and return to the shooting screen from the custom display settings screen, the settings will not be saved.
Page 186 Changing Shooting Function Settings • Gray items can also be set, however, they may not appear depending on the Shooting mode. • Grid lines will not be recorded on the image. Changing the IS-Mode Settings If camera shake is too strong, attach the camera to a tripod. You should also set the IS Mode to [Off] when the camera is attached to a tripod.
Page 187: Registering Functions To The
Registering Functions to the • Choose if you want to return the button to default settings. • 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. •...
Page 188: Registering Commonly Used Shooting Menus (My Menu)
Registering Commonly Used Shooting Menus (My Menu) You can register up to 5 items from commonly used shooting menus to the tab, letting you quickly access these items from a single screen. Choose [My Menu settings]. Choose [My Menu settings] in the then press the m button.
Page 189: Changing Playback Function Settings
• Gray items in Step 2 can also be set, however, they may not be available depending on the Shooting mode. Choose [Set default view] and press the qr buttons to choose [Yes]. My • Menu can now be displayed by pressing the n button when in a Shooting mode.
Page 191: Useful Information
Useful Information This chapter introduces how to use the accessories (p. 227) and Eye-Fi cards (both sold separately), troubleshooting tips, and contains lists of functions and items that appear on the screen.
Page 192: Viewing Images On A Tv
Viewing Images on a TV Using the separately sold Stereo AV Cable AVC-DC400ST (p. 228), you can connect the camera to a TV to view images you have shot. White Yellow Yellow White What if the images don’t display correctly on the TV? Images will not display correctly if the camera’s video output setting (NTSC/PAL) does not match the TV system.
Page 193: Shooting Using A Tv As The Display
Some information may not display when viewing images on a TV (p. 208). Shooting Using a TV as the Display You can use a TV to display the camera screen content while shooting. • To connect the camera to a TV, follow the Steps in “Viewing Images on a TV”...
Page 194: Display Images
Viewing Images on a TV Operation sounds will not play when connected to an HD TV. Using a TV Remote to Control the Camera When you connect the camera to an HDMI CEC compatible TV, you can use the TV’s remote control to operate the camera and play back images or view slideshows.
Page 195 Summary of the Camera Control Panel Displayed on the TV Return Group playback Play movie Slideshow Index playback l Change display • If you operate the controls on the camera, you will not be able to control the camera with the TV’s remote control until you return to single image playback.
Page 196: Using Household Power
Using Household Power If you use AC Adapter Kit ACK-DC30 (sold separately), you can use the camera without worrying about how much charge is left in the battery. Terminals Do not unplug the plug or power cord with the camera turned on. This could erase images you have taken or damage the camera.
Page 197: Using An Eye-Fi Card
Using an Eye-Fi Card Before using an Eye-Fi card, be sure to check whether Eye-Fi card use is authorized in the country or territory of use (p. 16). When you put a prepared Eye-Fi card into the camera, you can automatically transfer your images wirelessly to a computer, or upload them to a web service.
Page 198: Checking Connection Information
Using an Eye-Fi Card Checking Connection Information You can check the Eye-Fi card’s access point SSID, or connection status. Disabling Eye-Fi Transfer You can set the card to disable Eye-Fi transfer. What if [Eye-Fi Settings] does not appear? [Eye-Fi Settings] will not appear when an Eye-Fi card is not inserted in the camera, and when an Eye-Fi card’s write-protect tab is in the locked position.
Page 199: 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. Power You pressed the power button, but nothing happened.
Page 200: Image Is Blurred
Troubleshooting Image is blurred. • Press the shutter button halfway to focus on the subject, then press fully to shoot (p. 24). • Shoot the subject within the focusing distance (p. 222). • Set the [AF-assist Beam] to [On] (p. 183). •...
Page 201 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. 177). Cannot make settings for shooting functions or FUNC. menu. • The items in which settings can be made differ depending on the shooting mode. Refer to “Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode”...
Page 202: List Of Messages That Appear On The Screen
Memory card error (p. 177) • If the same message appears even when a formatted memory card is inserted in the correct direction, contact a Canon Customer Support Help Desk (p. 17). Insufficient space on card, cannot select some images •...
Page 203 If an error code appears directly after taking a picture, the shot may not have been recorded. Check the image in Playback mode. • If this error code reappears, note the Error number (Exx) and contact a Canon Customer Support Help Desk as there may be a problem with the camera. File Error •...
Page 204: Information Displayed On The Screen
Information Displayed on the Screen Shooting (Information Display) Battery Charge Indicator (p. 15) Camera Orientation* White Balance Compensation (p. 84) My Colors (p. 91) AEB Shooting (p. 105) / Focus Bracketing (p. 100) Drive Mode (p. 90) Eye-Fi Connection Status (p. 197) Metering Method (p.
Page 205 Information Displayed on the Screen : Standard, : Held vertically When shooting, the camera detects if it is held vertically or horizontally, and adjusts settings accordingly for the best shot. It also detects orientation during playback, so you can hold the camera in either orientation and it will automatically rotate images for correct viewing.
Page 206: Scene Icons
Information Displayed on the Screen Scene Icons In A mode, the camera displays an icon for the scene it has determined and then automatically focuses and selects the optimum settings for subject brightness and color. Subject When Moving Background Bright Backlit Including Blue Skies...
Page 207 IS Mode Icons Automatically sets the optimal image stabilization for the scene (Intelligent IS) and displays the following icons when in A mode. Reduces camera shake when shooting still images. Reduces camera shake when panning while shooting*. Reduces camera shake for macro photography (Hybrid IS).
Page 208 Information Displayed on the Screen Playback (Detailed Information Display) Switch Display: GPS Information Display (p. 41), Histogram (p. 41) My Category (p. 155) White Balance (p. 82) Histogram (p. 41) ND Filter (p. 106) Exposure Compensation Amount (p. 81), Exposure Shift Amount (p.
Page 209 Summary of Movie Control Panel in “Viewing Movies” (p. 32) Exit Play Slow Motion (You can use the qr buttons or turn the 7 dial to adjust the speed. Sound will not play back.) Skip Backward* (Continues to skip backward if you hold down the m button.) Previous Frame (Rewind if you hold down the m button.) Next Frame (Fast forward if you hold down the m button.) Skip Forward* (Continues to skip forward if you hold down the m button.)
Page 210: Functions And Menu Lists
Functions and Menu Lists Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode Function Exposure Compensation (p. 81) Flash (pp. 50, 81, 106) Flash Exposure Compensation (p. 107) Flash Output Settings (p. 123) Av/Tv Settings (pp. 118, 119) Program Shift (p. 104) AE Lock/FE Lock (p. 104) AE Lock/Exposure Shift (Movies) (p.
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Page 212 Functions and Menu Lists FUNC. Menu Function DR Correction (p. 87) Shadow Correct (p. 88) ISO Speed (p. 85) White Balance (p. 82) White Balance Compensation (p. 84) Underwater White Balance Compensation (p. 82) My Colors (p. 91) Bracketing (pp. 100, 105) Drive Mode (p.
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Page 214 Functions and Menu Lists Function ND Filter (p. 106) Still Image Aspect Ratio (p. 55) Image Type (p. 89) Recording Pixels (p. 56) Compression Ratio (p. 56) Movie Quality (p. 133) *1 The available settings depend on the registered shooting modes. *2 Only Shooting Modes D B M G —...
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Page 216 Functions and Menu Lists 4 Shooting Menu Function Normal AF Frame Size (p. 97) Small Standard Digital Zoom (p. 50) Digital Tele-converter (1.5x/2.0x) AF-Point Zoom (p. 98) Servo AF (p. 99) AF-assist Beam (p. 183) MF-Point Zoom (p. 102) Safety MF (p. 102) Flash Mode Flash Exp.
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Page 218 Functions and Menu Lists Function Center Spot AE Point (p. 103) AF Point Safety Shift (p. 119) Wind Filter (p. 134) On/Off Review (p. 184) Off/2 – 10 sec./Hold Review Info (p. 185) Detailed/Focus Check Blink Detection (p. 108) Shooting Info/Grid Lines/ Custom Display (p.
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Page 220: Set Up Menu
Functions and Menu Lists 3 Set up Menu Item Mute On/Off* Volume Set all operation sounds (5 levels). Sound Options Set the sounds for each camera operation. Hints & Tips On*/Off LCD Brightness Sets screen brightness (5 levels). Start-up Image Add an image as a start-up image.
Page 221: Playback Menu
1 Playback Menu Item Movie Digest Playback Plays back movies made in Movie Digest mode. Smart Shuffle Starts Smart Shuffle. Slideshow Plays back images automatically. Erases images (Select, Select Range, All Erase Images). Protects images (Select, Select Range, All Protect Images).
Page 222: Specifications
Specifications Image Sensor Camera Effective Pixels... Approx. 12.1 million pixels Lens Focal Length ... 5x zoom: 5.2 (W) – 26.0 (T) mm Focusing Range... 3 cm (1.2 in.) – infinity (W), 30 cm (12 in.) – infinity (T) Image Stabilizer System ... Lens-shift type Imaging Processor ...
Page 223 Recording Media ...SD memory card, SDHC memory card, SDXC memory File Format ...Design rule for Camera File system, DPOF (Version 1.1) Data Type Still Images...Exif 2.3 (JPEG), RAW (CR2 (Canon Original)) Movies...MOV (Image data: H.264; Audio data: Linear PCM GPS Log File...NMEA 0183 message format compliant (1.6 –...
Page 224 Specifications Number of Recording Pixels Still Images ... 16:9 Movies... Super Slow Motion Movie: 640 x 480 (120 fps when Interface ... Hi-speed USB Direct Print Standard ... PictBridge Power Source... Battery Pack NB-5L Dimensions (CIPA compliant) ... 98.9 x 59.8 x 26.7 mm (3.90 x 2.34 x 1.05 in.) Weight (CIPA compliant) ...
Page 225 Dimensions...57.5 x 81.6 x 21.0 mm (2.26 x 3.21 x 0.83 in.) Weight ...Approx. 65 g (Approx. 2.29 oz.) (CB-2LX) • All data is based on tests by Canon. • Camera specifications or appearance are subject to change without notice.
Page 226: Accessories
DIGITAL CAMERA WS-DC11 Solution Disk Interface Cable IFC-400PCU* Stereo AV Cable AVC-DC400ST HDMI Cable HTC-100 Battery Pack NB-5L with Terminal Cover* * Also available for purchase separately. Memory Card USB Card Reader Canon-Brand PictBridge Compliant Printers Battery Charger CB-2LX/CB-2LXE* Windows/Macintosh...
Page 227: 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 Using accessories abroad The battery charger and the AC adapter kit can be used in regions that have 100 –...
Page 228: Other Accessories
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 229: Index
Date/Time Adding to Image...52 Changing ...20 Setting...19 World Clock ...181 Date and Time Date/Time Default Settings ...47 DIGITAL CAMERA Solution Disk ...2 Digital Tele-Converter...93 Digital Zoom ...50 Display Language...22 DPOF...171 Drive Mode ...90 Dynamic Range Correction ...87 Editing i-Contrast ...161 My Colors...160...
Page 230 Index Focus AF Frames... 26, 94 AF Lock ... 99 AF-Point Zoom ... 98 Face Select... 101 Servo AF... 99 Focus Bracketing... 100 Focus Check ... 146 Focusing Range Macro... 92 Manual Focus ... 102 Focus Lock ... 95 Foliage (Shooting Mode) ... 61 Format Memory Cards, Formatting Formatting (Memory Card) ...
Page 231 Slideshow ... 142 Smart Shuffle... 147 Smart Shutter (Shooting Mode)... 72 Smile (Shooting Mode) ... 72 Snow (Shooting Mode) ... 62 Software DIGITAL CAMERA Solution Disk ...2 Installation...34 Software Guide ...2 Transferring Images to a Computer for Viewing ...33 Sound Settings ...44 Stereo AV Cable...192...
Page 232: Handling Precautions
• Use a commercially available blower brush to remove dust from the lens. For stubborn dirt contact a Canon Customer Support Help Desk. • When you move the camera rapidly from cold to hot temperatures, condensation may form on the internal or external surfaces of the camera.
Page 233 Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. The cable with the ferrite core provided with the digital camera must be used with this equipment in order to comply with Class B limits in Subpart B of Part 15 of the FCC rules.
Page 234 This Category II radiocommunication device complies with Industry Canada Standard RSS-310. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device Battery Charger CB-2LX IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS- SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
Page 235: Trademark Acknowledgments
Trademark Acknowledgments • The SDXC logo is a trademark of SD-3C, LLC. • This device incorporates exFAT technology licensed from Microsoft. • HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC. • The iFrame logo and the iFrame symbol are trademarks of Apple Inc.
Page 236 • Reprinting, transmitting, or storing in a retrieval system any part of this guide without the permission of Canon is prohibited. • Canon reserves the right to change the contents of this guide at any time without prior notice. • Illustrations and screenshots in this guide may differ slightly from the actual equipment.

Canon Powershot S100 User Manual

1 Getting Started

2 Learning more

3 Shooting with Commonly Used Functions

4 Adding Effects and Shooting in Various Conditions

5 Choosing Settings Yourself

6 Getting more out of Your Camera

7 Using Various Functions for Shooting Movies

8 Using Various Playback and Editing Functions

9 Printing

10 Customizing Camera Settings

11 Useful Information

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