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  • Page 1 __.Sh_ A590/S Camera User Guide C&IlOll p. 9 CDI-E354-010 © CANON INC. 2008 PRINTED IN MALAYSIA...
  • Page 2 • "Canon Customer Support" Leaflet See the PDF manuals available on the Canon website. http:l/web.canon.jp/Imaging/information-e.html ZoomBrowser EX/ImageBrowser Software User Guide You may not be able to achieve the full performance of this camera with the included memory card.
  • Page 3 Let's Get Started! Let's Get Started! This guide is divided into the following two sections. p. 9 This section explains how to prepare the camera for use and the basics of shooting, viewing and printing images. Start out by familiarizing yourself with the camera and mastering the basics.
  • Page 4 Table of Contents Table of Contents Items marked with a _,, are lists or charts that summarize camera functions or procedures. Please Read ........Preparations ......... Shooting Still Images (l!_ Mode) ....Viewing Still Images ......Erasing ........Printing ........Embedding the Date in the Image Data ...
  • Page 5 TableofContents Changing the Compression (Still Images) ..... Setting the Image Stabilizer Function ....Adjusting the ISO Speed ......Shooting Using the Mode Dial Mode Dial ........Shooting Modes for Specific Scenes ....Program AE ......... Tv Setting the Shutter Speed ...... Av Setting the Aperture ......
  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Viewing Movies ........ Rotating Images in the Display ....Playback with Transition Effects ....Automated Playback (Slide Shows) ....Red-Eye Correction Function ...... Changing the Recording Pixel (Resize) ....Attaching Sound Memos to Images ....Protecting Image ....... Erasing All Images ......
  • Page 7 TableofContents Index "_Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode Symbol Conventions in this Guide Some functions may not be available in certain shooting modes. If there is no notation to that effect, the function may be used in all modes. operation. This mark denotes additional topics that complement the basic - This mark denotes issues that may affect the camera's operating procedures.
  • Page 8 Warning Against Copyright Infringement Please note that Canon digital cameras are intended for personal use and should never be used in a manner that infringes upon or contravenes international or domestic copyright laws and regulations. Please be advised that in certain cases the copying of images from...
  • Page 9 Please Read Camera Body Temperature If your camera is used for prolonged periods, the camera body may become warm. Please be aware of this and take care when operating the camera for an extended period. About the LCD Monitor The LCD monitor is produced with extremely high-precision manufacturing techniques.
  • Page 11: Images To A Computer

    Getting Started @Shooting Still Images @Viewing Still Images @Embedding the Date in the Image Data @Shooting Movies @Viewing Movies @Downloading Images to a Computer @System...
  • Page 12 I Preparations l Installing batteries 1 • Slide the battery cover lock (_)) and hold it open while sliding the cover ((_)) and opening it (®). Battery Cover Lock Open the cover (_). ® ® Slide the cover (_). 2. Install two batteries. Positive end...
  • Page 13 I 11 Preparations Insert the memory card until it clicks into place. Front Write Protect (Only SD and SDHC memory cards) Confirm that the write protect tab is unlocked (only SD and SDHC memory cards). . CrheCtk:ihoecard for the correct Close the cover ((_), and press downward as you slide...
  • Page 14 I Preparations TO Remove Batteries Open the cover and remove the batteries. Remove Memory Card Use a finger to push the memory card in until you hear a click, then release it. Use the wrist strap to avoid dropping the camera during use.
  • Page 15 I 13 Preparations j Setting Date and Time The Date/Time settings menu will appear the first time the power is turned on..@0°tto° Power Button .tton .tto. MENU 1. Press the power button. 2_ Select the month, day, year and time, and the display order.
  • Page 16 14 I Preparations the lithium date/time battery is depleted (p. 184). he date/time setting screen will appear when the capacity of i Setting Display Language You can change the language displayed in the LCD monitor menus and messages. Bu_on Bu_on MENU 1.
  • Page 17 Shooting Still Images I 15 PowerBuffon .Indicators Mode Dial Button DISP. 1 _ Press the power button. • The start-up sound will play and the start-up image will display in the LCD monitor. • Pressing the power button again turns the power off. Select a shooting mode.
  • Page 18 16 I Shooting Still Images Press the shutter button fully (all the way) to shoot. • The shutter sound will play once and the image will record. • Recorded images are displayed on the LCD monitor for approximately 2 seconds immediately after shooting (Rec. Review).
  • Page 19 Shooting Still Images I 17 [_Shooting in Easy Mode This camera features a shooting mode, Easy mode, that automatically selects all camera settings except the flash. This mode is ideal for first time camera users, or users who do not make many settings.
  • Page 20 Viewing Still Images PowerButton ÷I÷ Buttons Press the power button. 2. Set the mode switch to [] (playback). Use the ÷ or ÷ button to display the image you wish to view. • Use the ÷ button to move to the previous image and the ÷...
  • Page 22 • See the printer's user guide for connection instructions. • Since this camera uses a standard protocol (PictBridge), you can use it with other PictBridge-compliant printers in addition to Canon-brand printers. For detail, see the Direct Print User Guide. Turn on the printer.
  • Page 23 4- or 4- button to select [Remove] and press the FUNC./SET button. Printing Images in a Print List This explanation is based on the use of a Canon SELPHY ES series or SELPHY CP series printer. Connect the camera to the printer. Print the image.
  • Page 24 Embedding the Date in the Image Data This section explains how to embed date information on images as they are recorded (Date Stamp). • The date stamp cannot be deleted from the image data once it has been embedded. Ensure that the camera's date/time is set correctly beforehand (p.
  • Page 25: Functions

    I 23 Embedding the Date in the Image Data Select (Date Stamp). 1. Press the _ button. 2. Use the "IF or 41, button to select 3. Use the ÷ or ._ to select []. • The area that will not print displays in gray.
  • Page 26 24 I Shooting Movies .o°o..,, ,..,c.,o_ L ÷,÷.oo°.; Indicators 4-/,_ Butt_ t _ Press the power button. Select a shooting mode. 1. Set the mode switch to (shooting). 2. Set the mode dial to Dm (Movie). 3. Use the 4- or 4. button to select (Standard).
  • Page 27 I 25 Shooting Movies Press the shutter button halfway to focus. • When the camera focuses, it beeps twice and the indicator lights green. • The exposure, focus and white balance are automatically set. Press the shutter button fully shoot. •...
  • Page 28 26I Viewing Movies Power Button Mode Switch )'_0 Button _ _ Press the power button. Set the mode switch to [] (playback). 3_ Use the ÷ or 4. button to display a movie and press the 0 button. • Images with a _ icon are movies.
  • Page 29 We recommend to use the supplied software. items to Prepare • Camera and computer • Canon Digital Camera Solution Disk supplied with the camera • Interface cable supplied with the camera System Requirements Please install the software on a computer meeting the following minimum requirements.
  • Page 30 Preparing to Download Images '1 + 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. 3. Click [Restart] or [Finish] once the installation is complete.
  • Page 31 _ 29 Downloading Images to a Computer Connecting the camera to a computer. 1. Connect the supplied interface cable to the computer's USB port and to the camera's DIGITAL terminal. Open the camera's terminal cover and insert the interface cable all the way into the connector.
  • Page 32 I Downloading Images to a Computer Open the CameraWindow. • Windows Select [Canon CameraWindow] click [OK]. lithe window above does not appear, click the [Start] menu and select [All Programsl or [Programsl, followed by [Canon Utilitiesl [CameraWindowl [CameraWindow] [CameraWindow]. Camera I1// •...
  • Page 33 I 31 Downloading Images to a Computer ownloading Images Using Camera (Direct Transfer) Use this method to download images using camera operations (except Windows 2000). _Bu_on Bu_on _Bu_on MENU 1 • Confirm that the Direct Transfer menu is displayed the camera's LCD monitor.
  • Page 34 Downloading Images to a Computer You can also use the following options in the Direct Transfer menu to set the method for downloading images. Transfers and saves all images to the computer. All Images Transfers and saves to the computer only the images that have not been previously transferred.
  • Page 35 I 33 Downloading Images to a Computer Use the ÷ or ._ button to select images to download and press the _,%,_ button. • The images will download. The r[_¢_ button will blink blue while downloading is in progress. Press the 2 button after...
  • Page 36 34I System Supplied with Camera IFC-40OPCU .1 Wrist Strap WS-80O Solution Disk Canon Digital Camera AA-s _.e Alkaline Memory Card (_2 MB) Batteries (x2) AV Cable AVC-DC300 Battery and Charger AC Adapter Kit CBK4-300 .4 ACKSO0 Battery Charger CB-5AH/CB- 5AHE •...
  • Page 37 Map I 35 Tele-converter Wide Converter TC-DC52A WC-DC52 CIc_e-up Lens Conversion Lens 250D (52mm) Adapter LA-DC52G High-Power Flash HF-DCl Canon brand Direct Direct Interface Cable .2 Print Compatible Printers Compact Photo PCMCIA Adapter USB Card Printers .2.3 (PC Card Adapter) Reader...
  • Page 38 36 I System Map _ Optional Accessories The following camera accessories are sold separately. Some accessories are not sold in some regions, or may no longer be available. Lenses, Lens Adapter • Conversion Lens Adapter LA-DC52G This adapter is required for mounting the wide converter and teleconverter to the camera.
  • Page 39 Use this cable to connect the camera to a TV set. 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 I Use of genuine Canon accessories is recommended.
  • Page 40 _ Direct Print Compatible Printers Canon offers the following separately sold printers for use with the camera. You can produce photo quality prints quickly and easily by connecting them to the camera with a single cable and operating the camera's controls.
  • Page 41 'iiii!iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii Learning More...
  • Page 42 • Front View (_) Microphone (pp. 24, 129) (_ AF-assist Beam (p. 50) (_ Red-Eye Reduction Lamp (p. 86) (_ Self-Timer Lamp (p. 62) (_ Viewfinder Window (p. 41 ) (_ Flash (p. 60) (_ Terminal Cover (_ Ring (p. 179) (_ Lens Ring Release Button (p.
  • Page 43 • Back View (_ LCD Monitor (p. 54) (_) Viewfinder (_ Speaker (_ Wrist Strap Mount (p. 12) (_ Memory Card Slot / Battery Cover Lock (p. 10) (_ Memory Card Slot / Battery Cover (p. 10) (_ Tripod Socket Using Viewfinder The viewfinder...
  • Page 44 • Controls (_ Indicators (p. 43) _) Power Button (p. 15) (_ Mode Dial (pp. 15, 69) (_ Zoom Lever (pp. 56, 110) Shooting: (Wide Angle)/E_3 (Telephoto) Playback: (Index)/Q. (Magnify) (_ Shutter Button (p. 15) (_ Mode Switch (p. 18) (_ [] (Exposure)/_ (Single Image Erase) Button (pp.
  • Page 45 Indicators ¢) The camera indicators will light or blink under the following conditions. • Upper Indicator Green : Ready to shoot (camera beeps twice)/when connected to a computer/when display off Blinking Green : Camera starting up/Image recording/reading/ erasing/transferring (when connected to a computer or printer) Orange : Ready to shoot (flash on)
  • Page 46 i Menus and Settings Settings for the shooting or playback modes or such camera settings as the print settings, date/time and sounds are set using the FUNC. menu or the Rec., Play, Print or Set up menu. Button) FUNC. Menu This menu sets many of the common shooting functions.
  • Page 47 Rec.,Play,Print andSet up Menu(2 Button) Convenient settings for shooting, playback or printing can be set with these menus. (Rec.) Menu (Set up) Menu MENU MENU You can switch between menus with 4. or 4. button. - This example shows the Rec. menu in _ mode.
  • Page 48 46 I _ nformation Monitor Displayed Menus on the :V'_llRl,"lF'-1$.'l,'l_3tnl'tllLv_r_F'-Ll _, p. 206 Shooting Mode E ] Spot AE Point Frame/ " " [_AF Frame ,osure Levellndicator (p. 78) Camera Shake (p. 152) ShufferSpeed, Recordable Shots (Stills)/ Ape_ureValue Remaining Time/Elapsed Time (Movies) Setting Method...
  • Page 49 About Battery Charge indicator When the battery charge is low, [] will blink in red in the LCD monitor. Change the battery as soon as possible if you intend to use the camera for an extended period of time. Playback Mode (Detailed) Low Battery...
  • Page 50 correctly. nformation for images shot on other cameras may not display Histogram Function The histogram is a graph that allows you to check the brightness of an image. The greater the bias toward the left in the graph, the darker the image.
  • Page 51 FUNC. Menu Reference Menu Item Options Page ). 68 ISO Speed ooommm White Balance ). 101 mmMmM pp. 84,62 Drive Mode My Colors p. 104 Flash Exposure ). 86 Compensation/Flash Output ). 100 Metering Mode BE]El ).65 Compression ). 64 ['_ _'_ I_.
  • Page 52 Reference Menu Item Options Page Flash Mode Auto*/Manual Flash Settings -2 to 0* to +2 Flash Exp. Comp Minimum*/ Flash Output Medium/Maximum p. 86 OnlO_ Red-Eye Corr. On*lOft Red-Eye Lamp On*lOft Safety FE On*/Off MF-Point Zoom p. 97 On*/Off Safety MF p.
  • Page 53 Play Menu Reference Menu Item Page Slide Show p. 121 My Category p. 116 ¢) Red-Eye Correction p. 122 Resize p. 127 Sound Memo p. 129 Protect p. 131 Rotate p. 119 Erase all p. 132 Transfer Order p. 137 Resume p.
  • Page 54 Menu setting * Default Menu Item Options Summary/Reference Page Mute On/Off* Set to [On] to silence all operation sounds. (Except for when the memory card slot/ battery cover is opened during recording.) Volume Off/1 / 2"/3 / 4 / 5 Adjusts the volume of the start-up sound, operation sound, selftimer sound, shutter sound and playback...
  • Page 55 [] when bordedess printing image shot in [] (Widescreen) mode on wide size paper using Canon compact photo printer SELPHY CP750/CP740/CP73O/CP72O/CP71O/CP510. As this setting will be stored to memory even when the power...
  • Page 56 _Using Monitor Switching Monitor Display Modes Each press of the DISP. button, changes the display mode of the LCD monitor. See Information Displayed on the L CD Monitor and Menus for details (p. 46). The following are the screens that display when shooting in mode.
  • Page 57 ....monitor will not switch to ihe deiaiied display or ..focus check display in magnified display (p. 110), or index playback mode (p. 111). • Overexposure Warning In the following cases, overexposed portions of the image blink. - When reviewing an image right after shooting in the LCD "_ monitor (detailed display) - When using the detailed display mode of the playback...
  • Page 58 I I_lE@_Using the Optical Zoom The zoom can be adjusted from 35 x 140 mm (focal length) in 35mm film equivalent terms. The zoom bar appears when you press the zoom lever. Press zoom lever toward E_ or li_, __._ •...
  • Page 59 About Safety Zoom Depending on the number of recording pixels set, you can shift from optical zoom to digital zoom without pausing up to a factor where the image quality does not deteriorate (Safety Zoom). [] displays when reaching the maximum zoom factor without image deterioration. Pressing the zoom lever toward E_3again allows you to zoom even further (not available in []).
  • Page 60 Shooting with Digital Zoom Select [Digital Zoom], 1. Press the C ) button. MENU 2. In the [] menu, use the 4" or 41- button to select [Digital Zoom]. Make settings, 1. Use the 4- or 4- button to select [Standard].
  • Page 61: Tete-Converter

    Shooting with Digital Tele-Converter The digital tete-converter feature uses digital zoom to achieve the effects of a tele-converter (a lens used in telephoto shooting). 6" with zoom lever shoot. • [] and the zoom factor appear on the LCD monitor. •...
  • Page 62 Using Flash _'r_EnF:l,'lEll_l,'t_T_tr_'_ll=V_rzr;t'_Ll >> p. 206 i_You are recommended to shoot with the camera attached to a tripod or other device if the camera shake warning icon ([]) appears.
  • Page 63 Shooting Close-ups (Macro) _ll_,-'lt-_l$.-t,-l_1tl',l-_=v_r_l-_L-! >> p. 206 Use this mode to shoot close-ups of flowers or small items. The image area at the minimum shooting distance from the end of the lens to the subject (5 cm) (2.0 in.) is 59 x 44 mm (2.3 x 1.7 in.). To Cancel the Macro Mode: Press the _ button and use the ÷...
  • Page 64 62 I _ Using Self-Timer _llm,"lF'-I[,."],'_1tnlTll=,_r_F'-Ll >> p. 206 You can set the time delay and the numbers of shots you wish to take in advance. 10 sec. Self-Timer: The shutter releases 10 seconds after the shutter button is pressed. 2 seconds before the shutter releases, the self-timer sound beeps quickly and the lamp will speed up.
  • Page 65 Select 1. Press the _ button. 2. Use the ,IF or 41, button to select [] (Drive Mode) and the 4" or "k button to select []. 3. Press the (_ button. Make settings. 1. Use the ÷ or 4, button to select [Delay] or [Shots] and the 4- or 4, button to change the settings.
  • Page 66 64 I _ Changing Recording Pixels (Still Images) :V'_llRl,"lF'-1$.'l,'l_3tnl'tllLv_r_F'-Ll _, p. 206 1. Press the _._ button. 2. Use the ,IF or 41, button to select and the ÷ or "l, button to change the recording pixels. 3. Press the Q button.
  • Page 67 ....See M e_o_ ¸ C a_¸an_ _aie_Ca_a_i,es ipl ¸¸ i _i ....[_]o See Image Data Sizes (Estimated) (p. 193) i Changing the Compression (Still Images)[] _>_ p. 206 I _) I±ir_ll_,3r_ll_1_il_1_11_,_ivr_r_L1 .._'_ Select a com"ression ..setting.
  • Page 68 66 I _Setting Image Stabilizer Function _llm,"lF'-I[,."],'_1tnlTll=,_r_F'-Ll >> p. 206 The lens-shift type image stabilizer function allows you to minimize the camera shake effect (blurred images) when you shoot distant subjects that have been magnified or when you shoot in dark conditions without a flash.
  • Page 69 icons on the Monitor Reference [Converter]setting [Off] [Continuous] [Shoot Only] [Panning] in Rec.menu Page None WC-DC52, p. 181 TC-DC52A, 250D • Camera shake may not be fully corrected when shooting with slow shutter speeds, such as with evening shots. Use of a tripod is recommended •...
  • Page 70 68 I _Adjusting Speed _llm,"lF'-I[,."],'_1tnlTll=,_r_F'-Ll >> p. 206 Raise the tSO speed to use a fast shutter speed when you wish to reduce the effects of camera shake or avoid blurry subjects, or to turn the flash offwhen shooting in a dark area. 1.
  • Page 71: Mode Dial

    J Mode Dial Creative Zone rnage Zone The camera automatically selects settings. : Auto (p. 15) - Easy(p. • Image Zone When a shooting mode appropriate for the shooting conditions is selected, the camera automatically adjusts settings for optimal shooting. tl'_l : Portrait _.&...
  • Page 72 70 I _Shooting Modes for Specific Scenes :lr_mlm,-'lF-i[_-],-t_3a'n_=v_r_r:_L-tl >> p. 206 When a shooting mode appropriate for the shooting conditions selected, the camera automatically adjusts settings for optimal shooting. tit, _&, J_, =_, ;_ or S(_N (Special Scene) Portrait Produces a soft effect when photographing people. Landscape Optimized for shooting landscape scenes which contain both near and far subjects.
  • Page 73 Foliage Shoots trees and leaves - such as new growth, autumn leaves or blossoms - in vivid colors.
  • Page 74 Snow Shoots without a blue tinge and without making people appear dark against a snowy background. Beach Shoots without making people appear dark near water or sand where reflected sunlight is strong. Fireworks Captures fireworks in the sky sharply and at optimal exposure.
  • Page 75 Program _llm,"lF'-I[,."],'_1tnlTll=,_r_F'-Ll >> p. 206 The camera automatically sets the shutter speed and aperture value to match the brightness of the scene. You can set the tSO speed, exposure compensation and white balance..dia, t oP. 2 ° ............. °...
  • Page 76 74 I Setting Shutter Speed _llm,"lF'-I[,."],'_1tnlTI=,_r_F'-Ll >> p. 206 When you set the shutter speed, the camera automatically selects an aperture value to match the brightness. Faster shutter speeds allow you to catch an instantaneous image of a moving subject, while slower speeds create a flowing effect and allow you to shoot without a flash in dark areas.
  • Page 77 ....j Theape_eVaiUean_ _huiier spee_ change according io ..the zoom state as follows. Aperture Value Shutter Speed (seconds) Maximum Wide Angle f/2.6 - 3.5 15 to 1/1250 f/4.0 - 8.0 15 to 1/2000 f/5.5 - 7.1 15 to 1/1250 Maximum Telephoto f/8.0 15 to 1/2000...
  • Page 78 76 I Setting Aperture _llm,"lF'-I[,."],'_1tnlTll=,_r_F'-Ll >> p. 206 The aperture adjusts the amount of light entering through the lens. When you set the aperture, the camera automatically selects a shutter speed to match the brightness. Selecting a lower aperture value (opening the aperture) allows you to blur the background and create a beautiful portrait.
  • Page 79 ....• The fasiesi shuiter speedfor built-in flash synchronization ]/500 second. Even if an aperture value was previously set, the camera may automatically change that value to match the synchronized flash shutter speed. Aperture Value Display • The larger the aperture value, the smaller the lens aperture, F2.6 F2.8 F3.2 F3.5 F4.0 F4.5 F5.0 F5.5 F5.6 F6.3 F7.1 F8.0...
  • Page 80: M Manually Setting The Shutter Speed And Aperture

    78 I M Manually Setting Shutter Speed and Aperture :v'_llm;'lr_l_.'l=_;_tnl'nlLv_r_r_Ll _ p. 206 You can manually set the shutter speed and aperture to shoot images.
  • Page 81 • Ifthe zoom isadjustedafter these v alues are set, t he aperture value o rthe shutter speed may c hange in accordance with the zoom position (p.75). • The brightness ofthe LCD monitor matches the selected shutter speed and aperture value.
  • Page 82 80 I Movie Shooting _llm,"lF'-I[,."],'_1tnlTll=,_r_F'-Ll >> p. 206 The following movie modes are available. The recording time will differ according to the memory card used (p. 193). "1 When a super high-speed memory card is used, such as the recommended SDC- 512MSH.
  • Page 83 3 _ Shoot. Pressing the shutter button halfway automatically sets the exposure, focus and white balance settings. Pressing the shutter button fully starts recording video and sound simultaneously. During shooting, the recording time and [ORec] appear on the LCD monitor. Pressing the shutter button fully again stops recording, Recording will stop automatically under the following...
  • Page 84 ....• Adiusi ihe zoom seiiing before shooting. The combined digital and optical zoom factor will display on the LCD monitor. When the zoom factor displays in blue, the image will deteriorate. • You can use digital zoom during the movie shooting in [] mode only.
  • Page 85 Changing Movie Recording Pixels/Frame Rates You can change the recording pixels and frame rate when the movie mode is set to [] (Standard). The frame rate can be set depending on the recording pixels. Select recording pixels. 1. Press the _ button.
  • Page 86: Continuous Shooting

    (p. 141) is conducted immediately before shooting. - Except (Large/Super Fine) mode. - This reflects standard shooting criteda established by Canon. Actual results vary according to the subject and shooting conditions. - Even if continuous shooting suddenly stops,...
  • Page 87 - he camera will c ontinue torecord successive images while t he shutter button isheld d own. Recording will c ease when t he shutter button isreleased. To Cancel Continuous Shooting: Follow Step 1 to select i'l. memory of the camera fills. •...
  • Page 88 86 I _Setting Flash _ll_,-'lr_l$.-t,-l_1trff_=,_r_r_L-! >> p. 206 You can make detailed flash settings to fit the shooting conditions. Flash Settings Flash Mode In the Tv or shooting modes, you can control the flash output. and AV Flash Exp. Flash exposure compensation Comp can be adjusted in the range of shooting modes, set...
  • Page 89 About Red-Eye Correction • When [Red-Eye Corr.] is set to [On], only the corrected image is recorded to the memory card. • If the area around the eyes is red, for example from using red eye shadow, that area may also be corrected. If this happens, set [Red-Eye Corr.] to [Off].
  • Page 90 88 I hecking Focus Peoples' Expressions _w_ll_,'lr_l_'t;_1awalLv_r_t;r_Ll p. 206 You can zoom the display of the AF frame to check focus when shooting or right after taking a shot. Zooming AF Frame Shooting When [AF Frame] is set to [Face Detect] or [Center], the AF frame area can be zoomed to check focus while shooting.
  • Page 91 Press shutter button halfway. • Pressing the shutter button halfway zooms a section of the display according to the following AF Frame mode settings (p. 92). - [Face Detect] : the face detected as the main subject will appear zoomed. - [Center] : the center of the image will appear zoomed in the LCD m0n tor...
  • Page 92 Checking Focus Right After Shooting (Focus Check) Allows you to check the focus of an image taken. It is also easy to check peoples' expressions and look for closed eyes when shooting because a frame the size of the face displays when AF frame mode is set to [Face Detect] (p.
  • Page 93 ¢) "13 To Cancel the Focus Check: Press the shutter button halfway. erase the image (p. 19). • Pressing the ,'_ button while the image is displayed will • You can check the focus even during playback mode (p. 112).
  • Page 94 92 I _Selecting an AF Frame Mode _m,"lF'-I_"],'_'_il'ff;ll=,_r_F'-Ll >> p. 206 The AF frame indicates the area of the composition on which the camera focuses. The camera detects a face and sets the focus, exposure .1 and white balance .2. In addition, the camera meters the subject...
  • Page 95 ; iFace Detect] cannot be used when ihe LCD monitor is turned off. • The AF frame appears as follows when the shutter button is pressed halfway. - Green : tn focus - Yellow : Focusing difficulty ([Center] option) - No AF frame : Focusing difficulty ([Face Detect] or [AiAF] option) <...
  • Page 96 94 I _ Selecting a Subject to Focus On (Face Select and Track) :V_IIm,"IF'-II,.'I,'_Itl'IT_Lv_r_F'-LI _ p. 206 Once the focus is fixed to a subject's face, the frame can be set to follow the subject within a certain range. i_To use the Face Select and Track function, first configure the following settings.
  • Page 97 3. Press the i_¢v button again. • The camera exits face designation mode, and the face frame (_ _) of the main subject will change to white (the frame will continue to follow the subject within a certain range). < ¢) i_ln the following cases, the face select mode will be cancele d.
  • Page 98 hooting Hard-to-Focus Subjects (Focu_ Lock, Manual Focus, Safety :v'_llm,"lt'_l_.'l=_'_tnl'nlLv_r_r_Ll _ p. 206 It may be difficult to focus on the following types of subjects. • Subjects with extremely low contrast to the surroundings • Scenes with a mixture of near and far subjects •...
  • Page 99 Shooting in Manual Focus Mode The focus can be manually set. "11 To Cancel the Manual Focus: Press the MF button and use the ,IF or _ button to select [] (Normal).
  • Page 100 Using Manual Focus in Combination with Auto Focus (Safety First, manual focus is used to roughly focus, then from that focus position the camera automatically focuses more accurately.
  • Page 101 I_lAdjusting the Exposure Compensation _II_,"IF'-II,."I,'_tl'I1TII=,_r_F'-LI >> p. 206 Adjust the exposure compensation to a positive value to avoid making the subject too dark when it is backlit or shot against a bright background. Adjust the exposure compensation to a negative value to avoid making the subject too bright in night shots or when shot against a dark background.
  • Page 102 _Switching between Metering Modes _llm,"lF'-I[,."],'_1tnlTll=,_r_F'-Ll >> p. 206 Appropriate for standard shooting conditions, including backlit scenes. The camera divides images into several zones for metering. It evaluates complex lighting conditions, such as Evaluative the position of the subject, the brightness, the direct light, and the backlighting, and adjusts the settings to the correct exposure for the main subject.
  • Page 103 Adjusting Tone (White Balance) _ll_,"lF'-I[_."],'_1tnlTll=v_r_F'-Ll >> p. 206 Normally, the [] (Auto) white balance setting selects an optimal white balance. When the [] setting cannot produce natural looking colors, change the white balance using a setting appropriate for the light source.
  • Page 104 102[ Using Custom White Balance Take a custom white balance _ (Custom) reading for the following situations that are difficult for the [] (Auto) setting to detect correctly. • Shooting subjects of monotone color (such as sky, sea or forest) •...
  • Page 105: Setting The Flash

    ....e You are recommended to set the shooting mode to P and the exposure compensation setting to [+0] before setting a custom white balance. The correct white balance may not be obtained when the exposure setting is incorrect (image appears completely black or white).
  • Page 106 104 I _Shooting in a My Colors Mode _llm,"lF'-I[,."],'_1tnlTll=,_r_F'-Ll >> p. 206 You can change the look of an image when it is shot. My Colors Off Records normally with this setting. Vivid Emphasizes the contrast and color saturation to record bold colors.
  • Page 107 (Setting the Custom Color Mode) ¢e ££.
  • Page 108 106J _Setting Display Overlays _llm,"lF'-I[,."],'_1tnlTll=,_r_F'-Ll >> p. 206 can display vertical and horizontal grid lines, a 3:2 print area guide, or both on the LCD monitor while shooting to help check position of your subject. Grid Lines Displays grid lines to divide the screen into 9 parts. Helps confirm the vertical and horizontal...
  • Page 109 II07 _ Categorizing Images Automatically (Auto Category) _V'_II_,"IEI[..."I,'t_3il'n'nlL,_r_F'-L"tl _ p. 206 If you set Auto Category to [On], images are automatically sorted into preset categories as they recorded. &,,_l IFor images shot in [], or [] mode, or images with '1 P e°ple Ifaces detected when [AF Frame]...
  • Page 110 108J _Registering Settings to the _N Button _ll_,-'lr_l$.-t,-l_3tr_ll=v_r_r_Ll >> p. 206 You can register a function that you often use when shooting with the _¢v button. Menu Item Page Menu Item Page Not Assigned Red-Eye Corr. p. 86 Face Select and Tele-converter Track p.
  • Page 111 I109 Using the _N Button • For _"_, [] and L_-J,each time that the r_cV button is pressed, the settings of the registered functions are switched. For m, [] and li_, the corresponding setup screen is displayed. For PJ3, each press of the l_¢v button records the white balance data.
  • Page 112 110] Please also see Viewing Still Images (p. 18). _ O.Viewing Magnified Images Press zoom lever toward • I_% will display at the upper right and a magnified portion of the image will display. • Images can be magnified up to a factor of approximately 10x.
  • Page 113 J111 Viewing Images in Sets of Nine (Index Playback) To Return to Single Image Playback: Press the zoom lever toward 0,. 5" Switching between Sets of Nine Images The jump bar will display if you press the zoom lever toward ==-"while in index playback and you can switch the display between sets of nine images.
  • Page 114 1121 _ Check Focus and Facial Expressions of Subjects (Focus Check Display) Focus Check display allows you to check the focus of images taken. Moreover, as you can change the display size and switch images, you can easily check facial expressions and whether a subject's eyes are closed.
  • Page 115 Changing the Display Size and Switching Frames To Cancel Changing the Display Position: Press the MENU button. Switching Frames • When multiple in-focus frames are displayed, or when multiple faces are detected, the position of the orange colored frame will change each time the FUNC./SET button is pressed.
  • Page 116 1141 _Jumping to Images When you have many images recorded onto a memory card, it is handy to use the search keys below to jump over images to find the object of your search. Jump Shot Date Jumps to the first image of each shooting date.
  • Page 117 To Return to Single Image Playback: o" Press the MENU button. ¢)
  • Page 118 1161 _ Organizing Images by Category Category) You can organize images into prepared categories. Once organized into categories, you can jump to and display the image you want (p. 114). People _J_J My Category1-3 _L_ Scenery To Do Events...
  • Page 119: Viewing Movies

    _ Viewing Movies "U D" ¢)
  • Page 120 118] Operating Movie Control Panel Exit Ends playback and returns to single image playback. An icon will display when a printer is connected. See Print the Direct Print User Guide for details. Play Play. You can use the ÷ button to slow down or the ")' Slow Motion button to speed up playback.
  • Page 121: Rotating Images In The Display

    i Rotating Images in the Display Images can be rotated clockwise 90 ° or 270 ° in the display. Original 90 ° 270 ° "U When images are downloaded to a computer, the orientation of images rotated by the camera will depend upon the software used to download the images.
  • Page 122 120 I _PlaybackwithTransition Effects You can select the transition effect displayed when switching between images. No transition effect. The displayed image darkens and the next image gradually brightens until it is displayed. Press the ÷ button to have the previous image display from the left and the ,_ button to have the next image display from the right.
  • Page 123 _Automated Playback (Slide Shows) Use this feature to automatically play back all of the images in the memory card. The LCD monitor displays each image for approximately 3 seconds. No transition effect. The new image gradually brightens as it moves upward from the bottom.
  • Page 124 1221 1. Press the @ button. • The following functions are available during slide shows. - Pausing/resuming the slide show: press the FUNC./SET button. - Fast forwarding/rewinding the slide show: press the ÷ or ,_ button (continue to hold the button to switch between images more rapidly).
  • Page 125 "U...
  • Page 126 1241 • Red-eye correction cannot be performed on movies. • Overwriting cannot be performed on protected images. • When there is not enough space left on the memory card, red-eye correction cannot be performed. • Although you can apply red-eye correction any number of times to an image, the image quality will gradually deteriorate with each application.
  • Page 127 Correction Frame 1. Use the 4,, 41,, 4" or 4, button to select [Add Frame]. 2. Press the _:_ej button. • A green frame will display. correction frame, 1. Use the ÷, _1,, 4" or 4, button to move the frame. •...
  • Page 128 1261 Removing Correction Frames Delete the frame. 1. Press the Q button. • The selected frame will disappear. • To continue deleting frames, repeat operations from step 2..... w,ey !!n!S d e'et!n !r a mes pres ! "" E. bu_o n..
  • Page 129: Changing The Recording Pixel (Resize)

    Changing Recording Pixel (Resize)[] You can resave images that were recorded at high recording pixel settings at lower settings. 1606 × 1200 pixels 646 × 486 pixels 326 × 246 pixels "U...
  • Page 130 and images shot in [] mode cannot be resized,...
  • Page 132 1301 Sound Memo Panel Use the <. or .1, button to select an option and press FUNC./SET button. Exit Returns to the playback screen. Record Starts recording. Pause Pauses recording or playback. Play Begins playback. Erase Erases sound memos. (Select [Erase] and in the confirmat on screen press the FUNC./SET button.) •...
  • Page 133 _ Protecting Image You can protect important images and movies from accidental erasure. Select [Protect]. 1. Press the _ button. MENU 2. In the [] menu, use the 4, or ,I, button to select []. 3. Press the Q button. Protect an image.
  • Page 134 132 i _ Erasing Images You can erase images from a memory card. ote that erased images cannot be recovered. Exercise adequate caution befo[e erasing an image. • Protected images cannot be erased with this function. only image data but also all the data contained on the memory lease format the memory card when you want to erase not card (p.
  • Page 135 J Setting DPOF Print Settings You can select images on a memory card for printing and specify the number of print copies in advance using the camera. The settings used on the camera comply with the Digital Print Order Format (DPOF) standards.
  • Page 136 134J Select [Print Settings]. 1. Press the _, button. 2. Use the 4" or ,). button to select the W_-'_ menu. 3. Use the ÷ or 4, button to select [Print Settings]. 4. Press the _ button. Make settings, 1. Use the I- or 4- button to select an option.
  • Page 137 J135 Single Images When [Print Type] (p. 133) is set to [Standard] or [Both], the number of copies can be set. "0 • Selection methods differ for the Print Type settings (p. 133). Standard ([_)/Both (_][]): Number of Print Copies 1.
  • Page 138 1361 Images on a Memory Card One copy of every image will be set to print. Select [Select Images], 1. Press the _ button. 2. Use the ÷ or 't, button to select the []menu. 3. Use the 4, or ,k button to select [Select All Images].
  • Page 139 _Setting DPOF Transfer Settings You can use the camera to specify settings for images before downloading to a computer. Refer to the Software Starter Guide for instructions on how to transfer images to your computer. The settings used on the camera comply with the DPOF standards. The _, icon may display for a memory card with transfer settings set by a different DPOF.compliant camera.
  • Page 140 138J Single Images 1. Use the ÷ or ,_ button to select an image to transfer. 2. Press the @ button. • Pressing the FUNC./SET button again desetects the setting. • You can also select images in the index playback mode. 3.
  • Page 141: Power Saving Function

    I Power Saving Function [_[] This camera is equipped with a power saving function, which can automatically turn off the power or LCD monitor. Auto Power Down When set to [On], the power will shut off in the following circumstances. Press the power button again to restore power.
  • Page 142 1401 The power saving function will not activate during a slide show or while the camera is connected to a computer.
  • Page 143 i Formatting Memory Cards [][] You should always format a new memory card or one from which you wish to erase all images and other data. Please note that formatting (initializing) a memory card erases all dat a, including protected images and other file types. ¢) Low Level Format We recommend you select [Low Level Format] when you think...
  • Page 144 1421 Resetting File Number [][] The images you shoot are automatically assigned file numbers. You can select how the file number is assigned. A number one higher than the last one recorded is assigned to the next image. This is convenient for managing all your images...
  • Page 145 File Folder Numbers Recorded images are assigned consecutive file numbers starting with 0001 and ranging up to 9999, while folders are assigned numbers starting with 100 and ranging up to 999. Up to 2000 images can be saved into a single folder. New Folder Created Memory Card Exchanged for Another Memory Card 1...
  • Page 146 1441 Creating an Image Destination (Folder) [_[_ You can create a new folder at any time and the recorded images will be automatically saved to that folder. Create New Creates a new folder the next time you shoot images. To Folder create an additional folder, insert the check mark again.
  • Page 147 Setting or Time for Automatic Folder Creation will automatically be created when you record more than that Up to 2000 images can be saved into one folder. A new folder number even if you are not creating new folders.
  • Page 148 1461 _Setting Auto Rotate Function [_[] Your camera is equipped with an Intelligent Orientation sensor that detects the orientation of an image shot with the camera held vertically and automatically rotates it to the correct orientation when viewing it in the LCD monitor. his function may not operate correctly when the camera iS pointed straight up or down.
  • Page 149 Orientation sensor judges the upper end tobe"up" and the hen the camera isheld v ertically toshoot, the Intelligent lower end tobe"down". Itthen regulates the optimal white balance, exposure and focus forvertical photography. This function operates regardless ofthe on/off status ofthe Auto Rotate function.
  • Page 150: Shooting/Playback Using A Tv

    1481 i Shooting/Playback Using a TV [][] You can use the supplied AV cable to shoot or playback images using a TV.
  • Page 151 • The video o utput signal can beswitched (NTSC orPAL) to accommodate different regional standards (p.53). The default setting varies between regions. - NTSC: Japan, U.S.A., Canada, Taiwan and others - PAL: Europe, Asia (excluding Taiwan), Oceania and others • Ifthe video s ystem i sset i ncorrectly, the camera output may not d isplay properly.
  • Page 152 ..directio n (p. !0)..Batteries are not the right ® Use only unused AA-size alkaline type. batteries or Canon AA-size NiMH batteries (p. 10). Battery charge is low and ® Replace the camera batteries with two the camera will not unused or fully charged batteries operate.
  • Page 153 The camera's horizontal/ ® The camera's orentat onmechan vertical orientation isoperating. There isnomalfunction. changed. The SD memory card's or ®When recording to, e rasing from or SDHC m emory card's formatting the memory card, slide t he write protect tab isset t o write protect tab upward (p.172).
  • Page 154 1521 Display flickers when shot ® Th s is not a camera malfunction under fluorescent lighting. (flickering recorded in movies, but not in still images). Sometimes appears when ® This is a normal occurrence in devices shooting a bright subject, containing CCDs and does not such as the sun or other constitute a malfunction.
  • Page 155 ® 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 156 1541 The camera moves when ® Confirm the procedures in the shutter button is "[] appears" (p. 152). pressed. AF-assist Beam is set to ® n dark places where it is difficult for [Off]. the camera to focus, the AF-assist Beam will emit to assist focusing.
  • Page 157 Subject istoo close, ® Shoot within c orrect flash r ange ofthe making the flash too subject when u sing t he built-in flash strong. (p.188). ® Adjust the flash o utput with the flash exposure compensation function (p.86). ® Set t he safety FE to[On] (p.86). The subject is ®...
  • Page 158 1561 Light from the flash has ',® This is a phenomenon that occurs reflected off dust particles with digital cameras and does not or insects in the air. This is constitute a malfunction. particularly noticeable when shooting using the wide angle or when you increase the aperture value in the aperture priority AV mode.
  • Page 159 Memory card was ®Use amemory card formatted inyour formatted inanother camera (p.141). device. Memory card slot/battery ®After closing the memory card slot/ cover was o pened with battery cover, turn the power onthen power on. back o ff. [-'] ,i ,l,Jt 1 ®...
  • Page 160 1581 Zoom lever was pressed ® Operate the zoom before shooting in while shooting in movie movie mode (p. 56). Note the digital mode. zoom is available while shooting (only in Standard movie mode). You attempted to play ® Computer images that cannot be back images shot with played back may play back if they are another camera or images...
  • Page 161 Batteries are not the right ® Use only unused AA-size alkaline type. batteries or Canon AA-size NiMH batteries (p. 171). Battery capacity drops ® If shooting in a cold location, warm the due to low ambient...
  • Page 162 1601 The camera and printer ® Securely connect the camera and are not properly printer with the specified cable. connected. The printer power is not ® Turn on the printer power. turned on. The print connection ® Se ect [Pr nt Method] and se ect [Auto] method is not correct.
  • Page 163 (p. 141). 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.
  • Page 164 Battery charge is insufficient to operate the camera. Replace both batteries immediately with unused AA-size alkaline batteries or fully charged Canon AA-size NiMH batteries. Also refer to Battery (p. 171 ). No images recorded on memory card.
  • Page 165 Asound memo cannot be added tothis image since t he data t ype o f the existing sound memo isincorrect, tnaddition, sound cannot be played back. You attempted toresize orperform red eye correction onamovie or animage recorded with another camera. Oryou attem_oted toresize animage already resized to[] oranimage shot in Iw-].
  • Page 166 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 tens.
  • Page 167 • Before using t he camera, please ensure that you read the safety precautions described below a nd inthe "Safety Precautions" section. Always ensure that the camera isoperated correctly. • Before using t he camera, please ensure that you read the safety precautions described below a nd inthe "Safety Precautions"...
  • Page 168 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. • Do not use substances containing...
  • Page 169 "a"e'_ • Do not place the batteries near a heat source or expose it to direct flame or heat. • The batteries should not be immersed in water or sea water. • Do not attempt to disassemble, alter or apply heat to the batteries.
  • Page 170 Leaving the units plugged in for a long period of time may cause them to overheat and distort, resulting in fire. • 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.
  • Page 171 Equipment • Be careful not to bang the camera or subject it to strong impacts or shocks that could lead to injury or damage the equipment when wearing or holding it by the strap. • Be careful not to bump or strongly push the end of the lens. The above-mentioned could lead to injury or damage the equipment.
  • Page 172 1701 Flash • Do not operate the flash with dirt, dust or other items stuck to the surface of the flash. • Be careful not to cover the flash with your fingers or clothing when shooting. The flash may be damaged and emit smoke or noise. The resulting heat build-up could damage the flash.
  • Page 173 • When using the camera under low temperature conditions over long periods, you are recommend to use of Canon AAsize NiMH batteries (sold separately). Camera operating time may shorten at low temperatures when alkaline batteries are used.
  • Page 174 1721 • Never mix unused and partially used batteries. The partially used batteries may leak. • Do not install the batteries with their terminals and O ) reversed. • Do not mix batteries of different types or from different manufacturers. •...
  • Page 175 • 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 176 1741 • Be careful when transferring or disposing of a memory card. Formatting or erasing the data on a memory card merely changes the file management information on the memory card and does not ensure that its contents are completely deleted.
  • Page 177 The CB-5AH/CB-5AHE battery charger can only be used to charge Canon AA-size NiMH batteries NB-3AH. • Do not mix batteries with different purchase dates or different charge states. When recharging batteries, always recharge both of them at the same time.
  • Page 178 Replace them with new batteries. If you are purchasing 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 179 Using AC Adapter ACK800 It is best to power the camera with AC Adapter Kit ACK800 (sold separately) when you are using it for long periods of time or connecting it to a computer. Turn the camera Power off before connecting or disconnecting the AC adapter.
  • Page 180 1781 Using Lenses (Sold Separately) The camera supports use of the separately sold Wide Converter WC- DC52, Tete-converter TC-DC52A and Close-up Lens 250D (52mm). tn order to attach these lenses, you also need to use the separately sold Conversion Lens Adapter LA-DC52G. hen attaching the wide converter, tele-converter or close_ Up lens be sure to screw it on securely.
  • Page 181 converter ortele-converter. [_] t isnot p ossible toattach alens h ood o rfilter tothe wide • Close-up Lens 250D (52mm) This lens makes taking macro shots easy. tn the normal mode, close- up shots can be taken when the distance from the front of the lens to the subject is 17 to 25 cm (6.7 to 9.8 in.) at maximum telephoto.
  • Page 182 18ol...
  • Page 183 • Completely remove all dust and dirt from conversion lenses with a lens blower brush before use. The camera may focus on any dirt that remains. • Be careful when handling the lenses since it is easy to get fingerprints on them.
  • Page 184 1821 sing an Externally Mounted Flash (Sold Separately) High-Power Flash HF-DC1 This flash is used to supplement the camera's built-in flash when the subject is too far away for proper illumination. Use the following procedures to affix the camera and High-Power Flash to the supporting bracket.
  • Page 185 • The High-Power Flash may not fire outdoors in daylight or when there are no reflective items. • For continuous shooting, although the flash fires for the first shot, it does not fire for subsequent shots. • Fasten the attachment screws securely so that they do not loosen.
  • Page 186 184 I _ Replacing Date Battery if the Date/Time in the Set up menu appears when the camera power is turned on, the date battery charge is low and the date and time settings have been lost. Please purchase a lithium coin battery (CR1220) and replace it as follows.
  • Page 187 After purchasing the camera and turning on the power for the first time, although the DateFI-ime menu will appear, you do not need to replace the date battery.
  • Page 188 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 separate custome[ support !ist supplied with your camera.
  • Page 189 Specifications All data is based on Canon's standard testing methods. Subject to change without notice. PowerShot A590 (w): Max. wide angle (T): Max. telephoto Camera Effective Pixels : Approx. 8 million Image Sensor : 1/2.5-inch type CCD (Total number of pixels: Approx.
  • Page 190 1881 Image Stabilization Lens-shift type Continuous/Shoot Only/Panning/Off Metering System Evaluative*l/Center-weighted average or Spot .2 "1 Facial brightness is also evaluated in Face Detect AF. *2 Fixed to center Exposure Compensation : +2 stops in 1/3-stop increments Auto .1, High ISO Auto .2, ISO 80/100/200/400/ ISO Speed 800/1600 (Standard Output...
  • Page 191 Recording Media SD memory card!SDHC memory card/ MultiMediaCard/MMCplus card/HC MMCplus card FiFe Format Design rule for camera file system and DPOF compliant Data Type Still images: Exif 2.2 (JPEG)* Movies: AVI (image data: Motion JPEG; Audio data: WAVE (monaural)) Sound Memo: WAVE (monaural) * This digital camera supports Exif 2.2 (also called "Exif...
  • Page 192 Rotate, Slide Show, Red-Eye Correction, Resize, Sound memos (it is possible to record and playback up to 1 min.), Protect Direct Print PictBridge compliant, and Canon Direct Print and Bubble Jet Direct compatible Interface Hi-Speed USB (mini-B) Audio/Video output (NTSC or PAL selectable,...
  • Page 193 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-brandmemorycard is used. • Untilthe returnsto normal battery temperature Playback: Normal temperature (23 °C +2 °C/73 °F +3.6 °F), normal...
  • Page 194 640 × 480 pixels 1118 4317 (Date Stamp) 1600 × 1200 pixels 53 I (Widescreen) 411119 1684779 642307183 3264 × 1832 pixels This reflects standard shooting criteria established by Canon. Actual results may vary according to the subject and shooting conditions.
  • Page 195 Movie card included w ith thecamera [_1: Memory Recording Pixels/ 32 MB SDC-128M SDC-512MSH Frame Rate 640 x 480 pixels 23 sec. 1 min. 6 min. 20 frames/sec. 36 sec. 12 sec. 640 x 480 pixels 3 min. 12 min. 20 frames/sec.
  • Page 196 1941 MultiMediaCard Interface Compatible with MultiMediaCard standards Dimensions 32.0 × 24.0 × 1.4 mm (1.3 × 0.9 × 0.06 in.) Weight Approx. 1.5 g (0.05 oz.) SD Memory Card Interface Compatible with SD memory card standards Dimensions 32.0 × 24.0 × 2.1 mm (1.3 × 0.9 × 0.1 in.) Weight Approx.
  • Page 197 Battery Charger CB-5AH/CB-5AHE (Supplied with the separately sold Battery and Charger Kit CBK4-300) Rated Input 100 - 240 V AC (50/60 Hz) Rated Output 565 mA.1x4, 1275 mA*2x2 Rated Output Approx. 4 hours 40 min. .1, Approx. 2 hours .2 Operating Temperatures 0 - 35 °C (32 - 95 °F) Dimensions...
  • Page 198 1961 Tele-converter TC-DC52A (Sold Separately) Magnification. IApprox. 1.75x Focal Length 4 1245 mm (35mm film equivalent) Focusing Range.4 IApprox. 1.4 m (4.6 ft.) - infinity (T) .2 Thread Diameter 152 mm standard filter thread 3 Dimensions Diameter× Length 55.2 × 46.7 mm (2.17 x 1.84 in.) We ght Approx.
  • Page 199 Index 1197 Numerics 3:2 Guide ........ 106 Date and Time ......13 Date Battery ......184 Date Stamp ....... 22 Digital Tele- Converter ....56 AC Adapter Kit ACK800 ..177 Digital Zoom ......56 Accessory ......... 36 Direct Print Compatible Printers AF Frame ......
  • Page 200: List Of Messages

    1981 I ndex Focus Check Display ....112 Play Menu ......51 Focus Lock ........ 96 Print Menu ......51 Frame Rates ......83 Rec. Menu ......49 Set up Menu ......52 Settings ......... 44 Metering Mode ......100 Grid Lines ........
  • Page 201 1199 index Red-Eye Correction (Shooting) Wrist Strap ........ 12 Red-Eye Reduction ....Registering Settings ....Reset All ........Resize ........Resume ........Resume Playback ..... Review ........Review Info ....... Rotate ........Safety FE ........86 Safety M F ........98 Safety Zoom ......
  • Page 202 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 203 Apple tnc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. • The SDHC logo is a trademark. For CA, USA only Included lithium battery contains Perchlorate Material - special handling may apply. See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate/for details. Copyright © Canon Inc. 2008 All rights reserved.
  • Page 204 I Functions AvailabJe in Each Shooting Mode Only functions with settings that change with the shooting mode are listed here. Shooting Mode MAv Tv P _ _ t131 _, Aut°l) ISO Speed (p 68) High ISO Auto isos0 1600 ..Single Shot Continue/is...
  • Page 205 Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode _o__o:_ 000000000000 000000000000 0000000000_ 000000000000 0000000000_ _o_o, ......0000000000_ ................000000000000 0000_000 _o_o 00000000_0- 0000000000_ 000000000000 000000000000...
  • Page 206 I Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode IVl AvTv tl'11 _, AF Point Zoom (p 88) Auto Flash Mode ..Manual ..Flash Exposure Compensation ..Flash Settings (p 86) Flash Output Correction 0 _ 0 Red Eye Lamp Safety Safely MF (p 98) Review (Ree review) (p 50)
  • Page 207 Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode 0000000000- __o:_ 00000000-0- 00000000-0- 00000000-0- 00000000-000 0000000000- 000000000000 __o:_ 000000000000 0000000000- _o__o:_ 000000000000...

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