Page 1 ENGLISH Camera User Guide Getting Started Learning More Components Guide Basic Operations Commonly Used Shooting Functions Various Shooting Methods Playback/Erasing Print Settings/Transfer Settings Connecting to a TV Customizing the Camera Troubleshooting List of Messages Appendix Ensure that you read the Safety Precautions (pp.
Page 2 Workflow and Reference Guides The following guides are available. Refer to them as necessary according to the flowchart below. : Contents of This Guide Check the package contents Getting Started (p. 7) Explains how to complete tasks ranging from charging batteries and installing memory cards to setting the date and time, shooting, playing and erasing images, and performing simple printing tasks.
Page 3: Checking The Package Contents
User Guides European Warranty System Booklet • Getting Started Guide • “Use of Genuine Canon Accessories Recommended” Leaflet • Canon Digital Camera Manuals Disk You may not be able to achieve the full performance of this camera with the included memory card.
Page 4: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Table of Contents Items marked with a are lists or charts that summarize camera functions or procedures. Please Read Getting Started ......7 Preparations .
Page 5 Table of Contents Commonly Used Shooting Functions Shooting with the Optical Zoom....66 Using the Digital Zoom/Digital Tele-Converter ..67 Magnified Close-Up Shooting (Digital Macro) .
Page 6 Table of Contents Setting the Auto Rotate Function ....125 Creating an Image Destination (Folder)....126 Resetting the File Number .
Page 7: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Appendix Safety Precautions....... 201 Preventing Malfunctions ......205 Battery Handling .
Page 8: Please Read
Please note that Canon Inc., its subsidiaries and affiliates, and its distributors are not liable for any consequential damages arising from any malfunction of a camera or accessory, including memory cards, that results in the failure of an image to be recorded or to be recorded in a way that is machine readable.
Page 9: Getting Started
Getting Started Preparations Shooting Still Images Viewing Still Images Shooting Movies Viewing Movies Erasing Printing Downloading Images to a Computer System Map...
Page 10: Preparations
Preparations Preparations Charging the Battery Insert the battery into the battery charger. Align these symbols Plug the battery charger (CB-2LX) into a power outlet, or attach the power cord to the battery charger (CB- 2LXE) and plug it into a power outlet. Battery charger model names and types vary by region.
Page 11: Installing The Battery And Memory Card
Preparations Installing the Battery and Memory Card Slide the cover and open it out (a, b). Insert the battery. It will lock into place with a click. Insert the memory card until it clicks into place. Front Write Protect Tab (Only SD memory cards) •...
Page 12: To Remove The Battery
Preparations Close the cover (c, d). To Remove the Battery Press the battery lock in the direction of the arrow (a) and pull the battery out (b). To Remove the Memory Card Use a finger to push the memory card in until you hear a click, then release it.
Page 13: Attaching The Wrist Strap
Preparations Attaching the Wrist Strap It is recommended to use the Wrist Strap to avoid dropping during camera use.
Page 14: Setting The Date And Time
Preparations Setting the Date and Time The Date/Time settings menu will appear the first time the power is turned on. Set the date and time as shown in step 3 and 4 in the explanation below. Power Button Button Buttons Button Press the power button.
Page 15: Setting The Display Language
Preparations A rechargeable lithium battery is built into the camera to save such settings as the date/time. Insert a charged battery into the camera. Or if you use the separately sold AC Adapter Kit ACK-DC30, the battery will charge in about four hours.
Page 16: Shooting Still Images ( Auto Mode)
Shooting Still Images Shooting Still Images Auto Mode) Indicators Power Button Shutter Button Mode Dial Button 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. Set the mode dial to (Auto).
Page 17 Shooting Still Images Press the shutter button lightly (press halfway) to set the focus. • When the camera focuses, it beeps twice and the indicator lights green (orange when the flash fires). Shooting Preparations Complete: lights green • AF frames will display in green on the LCD monitor at the points of focus.
Page 18 Shooting Still Images Reviewing an Image Right After Shooting (Rec. Review) Recorded images are displayed on the LCD monitor for approximately 2 seconds immediately after shooting. Shutter Button Button You can also use the following methods to continue displaying the image immediately after shooting so that you can check it.
Page 19: Viewing Still Images
Viewing Still Images Viewing Still Images Button Buttons Press the button. The last recorded image will display. Use the button to display the image you wish to view. • Use the button to move to the previous image and the button to move to the next image.
Page 20: Shooting Movies ( Standard Mode)
Shooting Movies Shooting Movies Standard Mode) Power Button Shutter Button Mode Dial Button Buttons Press the power button. Select a shooting mode. 1. Set the mode dial to (Movie). 2. Press the button. 3. Use the button to select (Standard). 4.
Page 21 Shooting Movies Press the shutter button lightly (press halfway) to set the focus. • An electronic beep will sound twice and the indicator will light green when the camera focuses. • The exposure, focus and white balance are automatically set when you press the button halfway.
Page 22: Viewing Movies
Viewing Movies Viewing Movies Button Button Buttons Press the button. Use the button to display a movie and press the button. Images with a icon are movies. Use the button to select (Playback) and press the button. • The movie will start playing. •...
Page 23: Erasing
Erasing Erasing Button Button Buttons Button Press the button. Use the button to select an image to erase and press the button. Confirm that [Erase] is selected and press the button. To exit instead of erasing, select [Cancel]. Please note that erased images cannot be recovered. Exercise adequate caution before erasing an image.
Page 24: Printing
DIGITAL Terminal SELPHY Series Compact Photo Printers* Interface Cable Inkjet Printers *1 Since this camera uses a standard protocol (PictBridge), you can use it with other PictBridge-compliant printers in addition to Canon-brand printers. *2 You can also use the CP-10/CP-100/CP-200/CP-300.
Page 25 Printing Turn on the printer. Press the camera’s button and turn on the power. • The button will light blue. • A icon will appear in the LCD monitor if the connection is correct (the displayed icons differ according to the connected printer). •...
Page 26: Downloading Images To A Computer
Downloading Images to a Computer Items to Prepare • Camera and computer • Canon Digital Camera Solution Disk supplied with the camera • Interface cable supplied with the camera System Requirements Please install the software on a computer meeting the following minimum requirements.
Page 27: Installing The Software
Ensure that you install the software first before connecting the camera to the computer. Installing the software. Windows 1. Place the Canon Digital Camera Solution Disk in the computer's CD-ROM drive. 2. Click [Easy Installation]. Follow the onscreen messages to proceed with the installation.
Page 28: Connecting The Camera To A Computer
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. • Slip a fingernail under the bottom edge of the terminal cover to open it and insert the interface cable all the way into the connector.
Page 29 Windows Select [Canon CameraWindow] and click [OK]. If this Events dialog not appear, click the [Start] menu and select [All Programs] or [Programs], followed by [Canon Utilities], [CameraWindow], [CameraWindow] and [CameraWindow]. CameraWindow will display. Preparations for downloading images are now finished. Please proceed to the Downloading Images Using the Camera section (p.
Page 30 Downloading Images to a Computer Macintosh CameraWindow will appear when you establish a connection between the camera and computer. If it fails to appear, click the [CameraWindow] icon on the Dock (the bar which appears at the bottom of the desktop). Preparations for downloading images are now finished.
Page 31: Direct Transfer
Downloading Images to a Computer Downloading Images Using the Camera (Direct Transfer) Install the software before downloading images via the Direct Transfer method for the first time 25). Use this method to download images using camera operations (except Windows 2000). Button Button Buttons...
Page 32: The Button
Downloading Images to a Computer Confirm that the Direct Transfer menu is displayed on the camera's LCD monitor. • The button will light blue. • Press the MENU button if the Direct Transfer menu fails to appear. Direct Transfer Menu All Images/New Images/DPOF Trans.
Page 33 Downloading Images to a Computer Press the button after downloading finishes. You will return to the Direct Transfer menu. Only JPEG images can be downloaded as wallpaper for a computer. The option selected with the button is retained even when the camera's power is turned off.
Page 34: System Map
Interface Cable IFC-400PCU* Wrist Strap WS-700 Battery Pack NB-5L* (with Terminal Cover) Memory Card (32MB) AV Cable AVC-DC300* Battery Charger Canon Digital Camera CB-2LX/CB-2LXE* Solution Disk AC Adapter Kit ACK-DC30 Waterproof Case DC Coupler WP-DC19 Power Cord DR-30 High-Power Flash...
Page 35 System Map Compact Photo Printers* Direct Interface Cable* (SELPHY Series) USB Card Reader Direct Print Compatible Inkjet Printers* PCMCIA Adapter USB Port PC Card Slot SD Memory Card* • SDC-128M Video IN Terminal • SDC-512MSH Audio IN Terminal TV/Video *1 Also available for purchase separately. *2 See the user guide supplied with the printer for more information on the printer.
Page 36: Optional Accessories
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. Flash • High-Power Flash HF-DC1 This attachable supplementary flash can be used to capture photographic subjects that are too distant for the built-in flash to illuminate.
Page 37: Other Accessories
• SD Memory Card SD Memory Cards are used to store images recorded by the camera. Canon brand cards are available in 128 MB and 512 MB capacities. • Interface Cable IFC-400PCU Use this cable to connect the camera to a computer, Compact Photo Printer (SELPHY series), or to a inkjet printer (refer to your inkjet printer user guide).
Page 39: Learning More
Learning More...
Page 40: Components Guide
Components Guide Components Guide Front View Wrist Strap Mount (p. 11) Microphone AF-assist Beam (p. 49) Red-Eye Reduction Lamp (p. 86) Self-Timer Lamp (p. 73) Viewfinder Window Flash (p. 71) Lens...
Page 41: Back View
Components Guide Back View LCD Monitor (pp. Viewfinder DIGITAL Terminal (p. 22) A/V OUT (Audio/Video output) Terminal (p. 183) Terminal Cover Tripod Socket DC Coupler Terminal Cover (p. 210) Memory Card Slot / Battery Cover (p. 9) The LCD monitor may be covered with a thin plastic film for protection against scratches during shipment.
Page 42 Components Guide Controls Indicators (p. 45) Speaker Power Lamp Power Button (p. 12) Zoom Lever (pp. 130) Shooting: (Wide Angle)/ (Telephoto) Playback: (Index)/ (Magnify) Shutter Button (p. 14) Mode Dial (pp. (Print/Share) Button (pp. 122) (Playback) Button (p. 43) FUNC./SET Button (p.
Page 43: Using The Touch Control Dial
Components Guide Using the Touch Control Dial Touching the Dial An enlarged icon of the touch control dial will display on the LCD monitor when you place a finger on the touch control dial and the icon of the currently selected item will be enlarged. By holding down the touch control dial in the position of the enlarged icon, you can determine the item to set.
Page 44 Components Guide The following functions can be operated using the touch control dial. Please note that some of the options for some functions cannot be operated with it. Operable Functions Reference Page Shooting Selecting a shooting mode p. 44 71, 72, 73, 85, Selecting options in Selecting options in the FUNC.
Page 45: Using The Button
Components Guide Using the Button button can turn the camera on/off and switch between the shooting/playback modes. In addition, you can register slideshow or sound recorder functions to the button 172). Power Button Shutter Button Button Turning the Camera Off Shooting Mode Press the power button...
Page 46: How To Use The Mode Dial
Components Guide How to Use the Mode Dial Turn the dial to the mode you wish to use. Auto Mode Manual Mode Special Scene Mode Movie Mode Auto Mode : Auto (p. 14) Manual Mode : Manual (p. 84) : Digital Macro (p.
Page 47: Indicators
Components Guide Indicators The indicators on the back of the camera light or blink under the following conditions. Right Indicator Green: Ready to shoot (camera beeps twice) Blinking Green: Time Lapse (movie) recording/Image recording/ reading/erasing/transferring (when connected to a computer/printer) Orange: Ready to shoot (flash on) Blinking Orange: Ready to shoot (camera shake warning)
Page 48: Using The Clock
Components Guide Using the Clock You can display the current date and time for a 5-second* interval using the following two methods. * Default setting Method 1 Hold the FUNC./SET button down while turning on the power. Method 2 In a shooting/playback mode, press the FUNC./SET button for more than one second.
Page 49: Basic Operations
Basic Operations Basic Operations 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, Set up or My Camera menu. FUNC.
Page 50 Basic Operations Rec., Play, Print, Set up and My Camera Menus Convenient settings for shooting, playback or printing can be set with these menus. Shooting Mode (Auto) Playback Mode You can switch between menus with the button. Press the button. Use the button to switch between menus.
Page 51: Menus And Default Settings
Basic Operations Menus and Default Settings See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode 228). FUNC. Menu The icons shown here indicate the default settings (factory settings). Menu Item Page Menu Item Page Manual Mode p. 84 p. 114 My Colors Special Scene Mode p.
Page 52: Play Menu
Basic Operations Menu Item Options Page/Topic Review Info Off*/Detailed/Focus Check p. 95 Save Original On/Off* p. 120 Auto Category On*/Off p. 121 Disp. Overlay (Still image) Off*/Grid Lines/3 : 2 Guide/Both p. 124 (Movie) Off*/Grid Lines IS Mode (Still image) Continuous*/Shoot Only/ p.
Page 53: Set Up Menu
Basic Operations Set up Menu *Default setting Menu Item Options Page/Topic Mute On/Off* Set to [On] to silence all operation sounds except for the warning sounds. Volume Off/1/2*/3/4/5 Adjusts the volume of the start-up sound, operation sound, self-timer sound, shutter sound and playback sound.
Page 54 (Widescreen) mode at the full page setting for wide paper using a Canon SELPHY CP750/CP740/CP730/CP720/CP710/ CP510 Compact Photo Printer. Since this setting is saved even when the power is turned off, ensure that you return the setting to [Auto] to print other image sizes.
Page 55: My Camera Menu
Basic Operations My Camera Menu *Default setting Menu Item Available Settings Page Theme Selects a common theme for each My Camera settings item. Start-up Image Sets the image displayed when the camera power is turned on. Start-up Sound Sets the sound played when the camera power is turned on.
Page 56: Using The Lcd Monitor
Basic Operations Using the LCD Monitor Press the button. • The display mode changes as follows with each press. Shooting Mode Playback Mode Standard No Information (No Information) Standard Detailed (Information View) Detailed Focus Check (still images only) • The shooting information displays for approximately 6 sec. when a setting is changed, regardless of the selected display mode.
Page 57: Information Displayed On The Lcd Monitor
Basic Operations Information Displayed on the LCD Monitor Shooting Mode Grid Lines 3:2 Guide Spot AE Point Frame/ AF Frame Face Frame/ 14, 70, Shooting Mode 81, 84, Exposure Compensation ••• p. 107 Long Shutter Mode ••• p. 109 White Balance p.
Page 58 Basic Operations Flash p. 71 Drive Mode Auto Rotate p. 125 Rec.] Movie Recording p. 89 Low Battery p. 206 102, AE Lock/FE Lock AF Lock p. 101 Time Zone p. 61 Create Folder p. 126 Stills: Recordable Shots p. 219 p.
Page 59 Basic Operations Playback Mode (Standard) Defined Playback p. 134 Remaining battery charge will p. 206 display. Displayed image number/Total number of images – Folder Number-File Number p. 126 Compression (Still Images) Recording Pixels (Still Images) Movie Red-Eye Correction/ 151, My Colors/Resize 155, WAVE Format Sound p.
Page 60 Basic Operations Playback Mode (Detailed) Histogram (p. 59) Auto Category/My Category 121, 14, 70, Shooting Mode 81, 84, Metering Mode p. 108 ISO Speed ••• p. 104 Shutter Speed – Aperture Value – selected) Shooting Interval (Movie) p. 92 Recording Pixels/ p.
Page 61: Focus Check
Basic Operations Focus Check Displayed image number/Total number of images Compression (Still Images) p. 76 Recording Pixels (Still Images) p. 75 The following information may also be displayed with some images. A sound file in a format other than the WAVE format is attached or the file format is not recognized.
Page 62: Lcd Monitor Brightness
Basic Operations LCD Monitor Brightness LCD Monitor Brightness Settings The brightness of the LCD monitor can be changed in the following two ways. • Changing Settings Using the Set up Menu (p. 51) • Changing Settings Using the DISP. Button (Quick-bright LCD Function) You can set the LCD monitor to the brightest setting regardless of the option selected in the Set up menu by pressing the DISP.
Page 63: Setting The World Clock
Basic Operations Setting the World Clock When traveling abroad, you can record images with local dates and times simply by switching the time zone setting if you pre-register the destination time zones. You can enjoy the convenience of not having to switch the Date/Time settings.
Page 64 Basic Operations Select (World). 1. Use the button to select 2. Press the button. Select a destination area. Time Difference from the Home Time Zone 1. Use the button to select a destination time zone. 2. Press the button. • As in Step 3, you can set daylight saving time.
Page 65 Basic Operations Switching to the Destination Time Zone Select [Time Zone]. 1. Press the button. 2. Use the button to select ] Menu. 3. Use the button to select [Time Zone]. 4. Press the button. Select (World). 1. Use the butto to select 2.
Page 66: Resetting Settings To Their Default Values
Basic Operations Resetting Settings to Their Default Values Select [Reset All]. 1. Press the button. 2. Use the button to select ] Menu. 3. Use the button to select [Reset All]. 4. Press the button. Accept the setting. 1. Use the button to select [OK].
Page 67: Formatting Memory Cards
Basic Operations 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 data, including protected images and other file types. When the icon is displayed, sound data recorded with the sound recorder exists.
Page 68: Commonly Used Shooting Functions
Commonly Used Shooting Functions Commonly Used Shooting Functions You can also use the touch control dial to select shooting modes or FUNC. menu options. See Shooting with the Optical Zoom See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode 228). The zoom can be adjusted from 36 mm – 133 mm (focal length) in 35mm film equivalent terms.
Page 69: Using The Digital Zoom/Digital Tele-Converter
Commonly Used Shooting Functions Using the Digital Zoom/Digital Tele-Converter See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode 228). You can combine digital zoom with optical zoom when shooting. The available shooting characteristics and focal lengths (35mm film equivalent) are as follows: Selection Focal Length Shooting Characteristics...
Page 70 Commonly Used Shooting Functions Accept the setting. 1. Use the button to select [Standard]. 2. Press the button. Press the zoom lever toward and shoot. • The combined digital and optical zoom setting will display in the LCD monitor. • The image may appear coarse depending upon the selected recording pixels (the zoom factor appear in blue).
Page 71 Commonly Used Shooting Functions Shooting with the Digital Tele-Converter The digital tele-converter feature uses digital zoom to achieve the effects of a tele-converter (a lens used in telephoto shooting). Select [Digital Zoom]. 1. Press the button. 2. In the [ ] menu, use the button to select [Digital Zoom].
Page 72: Magnified Close-Up Shooting (Digital Macro)
Commonly Used Shooting Functions Magnified Close-Up Shooting (Digital Macro) See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode 228). You can shoot a subject 5 – 50 cm (2.0 in. – 1.6 ft.) from the end of the lens at the maximum wide angle setting. With the digital zoom, the image area is 14 x 11 mm (0.6 x 0.4 in.) at maximum zoom (approximately 4.0x).
Page 73: Using The Flash
Commonly Used Shooting Functions Using the Flash See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode 228). Press the button. 1. Use the button to change the flash mode. • : [Auto] • : [On] • : [Off] You are recommended to shoot with the camera attached to a tripod or other device if the camera shake warning icon appears.
Page 74: Shooting Close-Ups/Infinity Shot
Commonly Used Shooting Functions Shooting Close-Ups/Infinity Shot See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode 228). You can shoot close-ups or infinity shots. Use this mode to shoot close-ups of flowers or small items. Image Area at Minimum Focusing Distance from End of Lens to Subject Macro •...
Page 75: Using The Self-Timer
Commonly Used Shooting Functions Using the Self-Timer See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode 228). You can set the time delay and the numbers of shots you wish to take in advance. 10 sec. Self-Timer: shoots 10 seconds after you press the shutter button.
Page 76: Changing The Delay Time And Number Of Shots
Commonly Used Shooting Functions Changing the Delay Time and Number of Shots ( Select [Self-timer]. 1. Press the button. 2. In the [ ] menu, use the button to select [Self-timer]. 3. Press the button. Accept the setting. 1. Use the button to select [Delay] or [Shots] and change the settings with the...
Page 77: Changing The Recording Pixels/Compression (Still Images)
Commonly Used Shooting Functions Changing the Recording Pixels/ Compression (Still Images) See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode 228). Select a resolution setting. 1. Press the button. 2. Use the button to select and the button to change the option. 3.
Page 78 Commonly Used Shooting Functions Printing on wide size paper (you can check the composition at a 16:9 4000 x 2248 aspect ratio. Areas that will not be pixels (Widescreen) recorded appear on the LCD monitor as a black border.) Approximate number of recording pixels. (M is short for megapixels.) *1 Paper sizes vary according to region.
Page 79: Configuring The Postcard Mode
Commonly Used Shooting Functions Configuring the Postcard Mode See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode 228). You can shoot images with the optimal settings for postcards by composing them inside the print area (width-to-height ratio of approximately 3:2) shown in the LCD monitor. Select the Postcard Mode.
Page 80: Embedding The Date In The Image Data
Commonly Used Shooting Functions Embedding the Date in the Image Data See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode 228). You can embed the date in the image data when (Postcard) is selected. Select the Postcard Mode. 1. Press the button. 2.
Page 81: Setting The Image Stabilizer Function
Commonly Used Shooting Functions To imprint the date on images for all but postcard size images, use the supplied software (ZoomBrowser EX or ImageBrowser) or printer settings. For details, please see the user guide for each product. Setting the Image Stabilizer Function See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode 228).
Page 82 Commonly Used Shooting Functions Accept the setting. 1. Use the button to select an image stabilizer option. 2. Press the button. Camera shake may not be fully corrected when shooting with slow shutter speeds, such as with evening shots. Set Auto ISO Shift (p.
Page 83: Various Shooting Methods
Various Shooting Methods Various Shooting Methods You can also use the touch control dial to select shooting modes or FUNC. menu options. See Shooting in Modes for Special Conditions See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode 228). You can shoot with the most appropriate settings for the scene. Select a shooting mode.
Page 84 Various Shooting Methods Kids&Pets Allows you to capture subjects that move around, such as children and pets, without missing photo opportunities. Indoor Prevents camera shake and maintains the subject’s true color when shooting under fluorescent or tungsten lighting. Foliage Shoots trees and leaves—such as new growth, autumn leaves or blossoms—in vivid colors.
Page 85 Various Shooting Methods Aquarium Selects the optimal ISO speed, white balance and color balance to capture fish and other items in an indoor aquarium. Underwater Appropriate for shooting images with Waterproof Case WP-DC19 (sold separately). This mode uses an optimal white balance setting to reduce bluish tones and record images with a natural hue.
Page 86: Shooting In Manual Mode
Various Shooting Methods Shooting in Manual Mode See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode 228). Allows you to select settings yourself, such as the exposure compensation, white balance or my colors. Select manual mode. 1. Set the mode dial to 2.
Page 87: Continuous Shooting
(p. 65) is conducted immediately before shooting. • This reflects standard shooting criteria established by Canon. Actual results may vary according to the subject and shooting conditions. • Even if continuous shooting suddenly stops, the memory card may not be full.
Page 88: Setting The Red-Eye Reduction Function
Various Shooting Methods Setting the Red-Eye Reduction Function See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode 228). This function reduces the red appearance of eyes when the flash fires and light is reflected back. Select [Red-Eye]. 1. Press the button. 2. In the [ ] menu, use the button to select [Red-Eye].
Page 89: Setting The Slow Synchro Function
Various Shooting Methods Setting the Slow Synchro Function See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode 228). You can shoot with the flash at slow shutter speeds. You can limit the extent to which only the background darkens with flash photography while shooting night scenes or under indoor lighting.
Page 90: Movie Shooting
Various Shooting Methods Movie Shooting See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode 228). The following movie modes are available. For information on the recording pixels and frame rate in each mode, refer to Changing Recording Pixels 91). * The recording time will vary according to the capacity of the memory card you use 220).
Page 91: Select A Shooting Mode
Various Shooting Methods *1 When a super high-speed memory card is used: SDC-512MSH is recommended. *2 Even if the clip size has not reached 4 GB, recording will stop at the moment the clip length reaches 1 hour. Depending on the volume and data writing speed of the memory card, recording may stop before reaching 1 hour or before the recorded data volume has reached 4 GB.
Page 92 Various Shooting Methods Be careful of the following while recording. - Do not touch the microphone 38). - If you press a button, the sound of the button being pressed will also be recorded. - The camera will automatically adjust the exposure and white balance to suit the shooting conditions during recording.
Page 93 Various Shooting Methods Changing Recording Pixels You can change the recording pixels when the movie mode is set to (Standard), (Color Accent) or (Color Swap). Select the number of recording pixels. 1. Press the button. 2. Use the button to select and the button to change the option.
Page 94: Time Lapse
Various Shooting Methods Changing the Shooting Interval ( Time Lapse) Select a shooting interval. 1. Press the button. 2. Use the button to select and the button to change the option. 3. Press the button. Recordable Duration • The indicator will blink green while the camera is recording.
Page 95: Shooting Panoramic Images (Stitch Assist)
Various Shooting Methods Shooting Panoramic Images (Stitch Assist) See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode 228). Stitch Assist can be used to shoot overlapping images that can later be merged (stitched) to create one panoramic image on a computer. The overlapping seams of several adjacent images can be joined into a single panoramic image.
Page 96 Various Shooting Methods Compose the second image so that it overlaps a portion of the first and shoot. • You can press the button to return to the previously recorded image to retake the shot. • Minor discrepancies in the overlapping portions can be corrected when the images are stitched together.
Page 97: Checking The Focus And Peoples' Expressions (Focus Check)
Various Shooting Methods Checking the Focus and Peoples’ Expressions (Focus Check) See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode 228). You can check the focus in recorded images. It is also easy to check peoples’ expressions and look for closed eyes because a frame the size of the face displays when the AF frame mode is set to [Face Detect] and a photo is taken.
Page 98 Various Shooting Methods Shoot. • The recorded image displays. Recorded Image Orange frame contents • The frame displays as follows. Frame Color Content Displays the area of the image shown at the Orange bottom right White Displays at the focal point (AF frame) •...
Page 99: Switching Between Focusing Modes
Various Shooting Methods Switching between Focusing Modes See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode 228). The AF frame indicates the area of the composition on which the camera focuses. You can set the AF frame in the following ways. You can have the camera automatically detect the Face position of a face and use this data to set the focus Detect...
Page 100 Various Shooting Methods [Face Detect] cannot be used when the LCD monitor is turned off. The AF frame appears as follows when the shutter button is pressed halfway. - Green : Focus is achieved - Yellow : Focusing difficulty (AF frame set to [Center]) - No AF frame : Focusing Difficulty (AF frame set to [Face Detect] or [AiAF]) Face Detect Feature...
Page 101 Various Shooting Methods Changing the AF Frame Size When the [AF Frame] is set to [Center], the AF frame can be resized to correspond to the subject. Select [Small] to constrict the focal frame to suit a small subject or to focus on a particular area of a subject.
Page 102: Shooting Hard-To-Focus Subjects (Focus Lock, Af Lock)
Various Shooting Methods Shooting Hard-to-Focus Subjects (Focus Lock, AF Lock) See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode 228). 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 103: Shooting With The Af Lock
Various Shooting Methods Shooting with the AF Lock The AF lock can be used in the mode. Turn on the LCD monitor. Aim the camera so that an object at the same focal distance as the main subject is centered in the AF frame.
Page 104: Locking The Exposure Setting (Ae Lock)
Various Shooting Methods Locking the Exposure Setting (AE Lock) See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode 228). You can set the exposure and focus separately. This is effective when the contrast is too strong between the subject and background or when a subject is backlit.
Page 105: Locking The Flash Exposure Setting (Fe Lock)
Various Shooting Methods Locking the Flash Exposure Setting (FE Lock) See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode 228). You can lock the flash exposure so that the exposure settings are correctly set regardless of the composition of your subject. Turn on the LCD monitor. Press the button and select (flash on).
Page 106: Adjusting The Iso Speed
Various Shooting Methods Adjusting the ISO Speed See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode 228). Raise the ISO 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 off when shooting in a dark area.
Page 107: Reducing The Effects Of Camera Shake (Auto Iso Shift)
Various Shooting Methods Reducing the Effects of Camera Shake (Auto ISO Shift) See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode 228). If the camera shake warning icon ( ) displays while shooting, you can raise the ISO speed and record at a shutter speed that compensates for camera shake.
Page 108 Various Shooting Methods Shoot with [ button] Selected Press the shutter button halfway. • If appears, the button will light blue. Press the button while holding the shutter button down halfway. • The post-change ISO Speed will display. • With the shutter button pressed half- way, pressing the button again returns the ISO speed to the original...
Page 109: Adjusting The Exposure Compensation
Various Shooting Methods Adjusting the Exposure Compensation See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode 228). 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 110: Switching Between Metering Modes
Various Shooting Methods Switching between Metering Modes See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode 228). 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...
Page 111: Setting The Shutter Speed (Long Shutter Mode)
Various Shooting Methods Setting the Shutter Speed (Long Shutter Mode) See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode 228). You can set the shutter speed to a slow setting to make dark subjects appear brighter. Select the Long Shutter Mode. 1. Press the button.
Page 112 Various Shooting Methods Use the LCD monitor to confirm that the image was recorded at the desired brightness. Please note that camera shake becomes a factor at low shutter speeds. Shoot with the camera attached to a tripod. Use of the flash may result in an over-exposed image. If this occurs, shoot with the flash set to The following are unavailable: - Exposure Compensation...
Page 113: Adjusting The Tone (White Balance)
Various Shooting Methods Adjusting the Tone (White Balance) See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode 228). 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 114: Using The Custom White Balance
Various Shooting Methods Using the Custom White Balance You can set a custom white balance to obtain the optimal setting for the shooting conditions by having the camera evaluate an object, such as a piece of white paper or cloth, or a photo-quality gray card that you wish to establish as the standard white color.
Page 115 Various Shooting Methods You are recommended to set the shooting mode to 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 116: Shooting In A My Colors Mode
Various Shooting Methods Shooting in a My Colors Mode See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode 228). You can change the look of an image when it is shot. My Colors Off Records normally with this setting. Emphasizes the contrast and color saturation to Vivid record bold colors.
Page 117 Various Shooting Methods Configuring My Colors Settings (Except Select a My Colors setting. 1. Press the button. 2. Use the button to select and the button to change the option. 3. Press the button. Setting the Camera to a Custom Color Mode ( Select 1.
Page 118: Changing Colors
Various Shooting Methods Changing Colors See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode 228). You can shoot images with the original colors transformed. This can be performed on movies as well as still images, allowing you to enjoy photographing with image or movie effects.However, depending on the shooting conditions, the images may appear rough or you may not get the expected color.
Page 119 Various Shooting Methods Movies: 1. Set the mode dial to 2. Press the button. 3. Use the button to select and choose with the button. 4. Press the button. Press the button. • The camera will switch to color input mode and the display will alternate between the original image and the color accent image (using the...
Page 120: Still Images
Various Shooting Methods Shooting in the Color Swap Mode Original Color Desired Color (Before Swapping) (After Swapping) Select the color swap mode. Still Images: 1. Set the mode dial to 2. Press the button. 3. Use the button to select and choose with the button.
Page 121 Various Shooting Methods Press the button. • The camera will switch to color input mode and the display will alternate between the original image and the color swap image (using the previously set color). Aim the camera so that the original color appears at the center of the LCD monitor and press the button.
Page 122: Changing The Save Method For The Original Image
Various Shooting Methods Changing the Save Method for the Original Image When shooting still images in the Color Accent or Color Swap mode, you can set whether or not to save the original image as well as the transformed one. Select [Save Original].
Page 123: Categorizing Images Automatically (Auto Category)
Various Shooting Methods Categorizing Images Automatically (Auto Category) See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode 228). If you set Auto Category to [On], images are automatically sorted into preset categories as they are recorded. For images shot in mode, or images with People faces detected when [AF Frame] is set to [Face Detect].
Page 124: Registering Settings To The Print/Share Button
Various Shooting Methods Registering Settings to the Print/Share Button See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode 228). You can register a function that you often use when shooting with the button. The following functions can be registered. Menu Item Page Menu Item Page Not Assigned...
Page 125 Various Shooting Methods To Cancel the shortcut button Select in Step 2. Using the Button Press the button. • Each time that the button is pressed, the settings are switched. • For , the corresponding setup screen is displayed. • Each press of the button records the white balance data with the option.
Page 126: Setting The Display Overlays
Various Shooting Methods Setting the Display Overlays See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode 228). You can display vertical and horizontal grid lines, a 3:2 print area guide, or both on the LCD monitor while shooting to help check the position of your subject.
Page 127: Setting The Auto Rotate Function
Various Shooting Methods Setting the Auto Rotate Function See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode 228). 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.
Page 128: Creating An Image Destination (Folder)
Various Shooting Methods When the camera is held vertically to shoot, the Intelligent Orientation sensor judges the upper end to be “up” and the lower end to be “down”. It then regulates the optimal white balance, exposure and focus for vertical photography. This function operates regardless of the on/off status of the Auto Rotate function.
Page 129 Various Shooting Methods Setting the Day or Time for Automatic Folder Creation. Select [Create Folder]. 1. Press the button. 2. Use the button to select the ] menu. 3. Use the button to select [Create Folder]. 4. Press the button. Accept the setting.
Page 130: Resetting The File Number
Various Shooting Methods Resetting the File Number See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode 228). 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.
Page 131 Various Shooting Methods File and 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 2,000 images can be saved into a single folder.
Page 132: Playback/Erasing
Playback/Erasing Playback/Erasing You can also use the touch control dial to select images and perform various operations. See Magnifying Images Press the zoom lever toward • will display and a magnified portion of the image will display. • Images can be magnified up to a factor of approximately 10x.
Page 133: Viewing Images In Sets Of Nine (Index Playback)
Playback/Erasing Viewing Images in Sets of Nine (Index Playback) Press the zoom lever toward • Up to nine images can be viewed at Selected Image once in index playback. • Use the button to change the image selection. Movie To Return to Single Image Playback Press the zoom lever toward Switching between Sets of Nine Images The jump bar will display if you press the zoom lever toward...
Page 134: Checking The Focus And Peoples' Expressions (Focus Check Display)
Playback/Erasing Checking the Focus and Peoples’ Expressions (Focus Check display) You can check the focus and peoples’ expressions by using the focus check display. Since you can also change the magnification level and switch between images, it is easy to check peoples’ expressions and look for closed eyes.
Page 135: Changing The Display Magnification
Playback/Erasing Changing the Display Magnification Press the zoom lever toward • The bottom right of the screen is magnified. Changing between Frames Press • When multiple frames display around focal points or multiple faces are detected, pressing the FUNC./ SET button switches the position of the orange frame.
Page 136: Jumping To Images
Playback/Erasing Use the button to change the display posi- tion. • Pressing the FUNC./SET button returns the orange frame to the prior position. If multiple frames are displayed, the position of the orange frame changes. To cancel the Focus Check display Press the MENU button.
Page 137 Playback/Erasing Use the button to Image Information select a search key • The screen sample will vary slightly according to the search key. • You can show/hide image information using the DISP. button. Display the Images. Selected Select the search key 1.
Page 138: Organizing Images By Category (My Category)
Playback/Erasing The defined playback mode will be canceled under the following circumstances. - Changing categories (while using My Category to define images). - When selecting images in a range - When displaying images not supported in defined playback - When newly saving images that have effects added or edited - When images are deleted using [Erase] from the [ ] menu Organizing Images by Category...
Page 139 Playback/Erasing Choose a selection method. 1. Use the button to choose a selection method. 2. Press the button. [Select] Categorize the images. 1. Use the button to select images to categorize. 2. Use the button to select a category. 3. Press the button.
Page 140 Playback/Erasing [Select Range] Select the first image. • You can circle your finger on the Touch Control Dial to select the first and last image. 1. Press the button. 2. Use the button to select the first image to categorize. 3.
Page 141 Playback/Erasing Select a category. 1. Press the button. 2. Use the button to select a category. Accept the setting. 1. Press and choose [Select]. 2. Press the button. • The screen will return to the selection method screen. • Selecting [Deselect] cancels categorization of the selected range.
Page 142: Viewing Movies (Operating The Movie Control Panel)
Playback/Erasing Viewing Movies (Operating the Movie Control Panel) Movies cannot be played in the index playback mode. Display the movie file. 1. Use the button to select a movie. 2. Press the button. • Images with a icon are movies. Play the movie.
Page 143: Operating The Movie Control Panel
Playback/Erasing Operating the Movie Control Panel Use the button to select a control and press the FUNC./SET button. Ends playback and returns to single image Exit playback An icon will display when a printer is connected. Print See the Direct Print User Guide for details. Play Play You can use the...
Page 144: Editing Movies
Playback/Erasing Editing Movies You can delete portions of recorded movies. The actual position of the edited movie may differ slightly from editing the results viewed on the LCD monitor. Movies 1 second or longer before editing can be edited in 1- second increments, but those that are protected or less than 1 second long ( of 15 sec.* or 30 sec.**) cannot be edited.
Page 145 Playback/Erasing Select [Save]. 1. Use the button to select 2. Press the button. Save the file. 1. Use the button to select [New File] or [Overwrite] 2. Press the button. • [New File] saves the edited movie under a new file name. The pre-edit data is left unchanged.
Page 146: Rotating Images In The Display
Playback/Erasing Rotating Images in the Display Images can be rotated clockwise 90° or 270° in the display. Original 90° 270° Select [Rotate]. 1. Press the button. 2. In the [ ] menu, use the button to select 3. Press the button.
Page 147: Playback With Transition Effects
Playback/Erasing Playback with Transition 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 148: Automated Playback (Slide Shows)
Playback/Erasing Automated Playback (Slide Shows) Automated playback of memory card images. Image settings for slide shows are based on the Digital Print Order Format (DPOF) standard. All Images Plays all images on a memory card in order. Date Plays images bearing a specified date in order. Plays the images in the selected category in My Category order.
Page 149: Start The Slide Show
Playback/Erasing Start the slide show. 1. Press the button. 2. Use the button to select [Start]. 3. Press the button. • The following functions are available during slide shows. - Pausing/resuming: Press the FUNC./SET button - Fast forwarding/rewinding: press the button (continue to hold the button to switch between images more rapidly)
Page 150 Playback/Erasing Select a date/category/folder to play back Select a playback method. 1. Use the button to select 2. Press the button. Select images to play back. 1. Use the button to select a date/category/folder to playback. 2. Press the button. •...
Page 151: Selecting Images For Playback
Playback/Erasing Selecting Images for Playback ( – Select only the images that you wish to play back and save them as a slide show (Custom 1, 2 or 3). Up to 998 images can be selected. They will be played back in their order of selection. Select a playback method.
Page 152: Adjusting The Play Time And Repeat Settings
Playback/Erasing Adjusting the Play Time and Repeat Settings • Play Time Sets the duration that each image displays. Choose between 3–10 seconds, 15 seconds and 30 seconds. Displaying time can vary slightly depending on the image. • Repeat Sets whether the slide show stops when all the slides have been displayed or continues until stopped.
Page 153: Red-Eye Correction Function
Playback/Erasing Red-Eye Correction Function You can correct red eyes in recorded images. Red eyes may not be automatically detected in some images or the results may not turn out as you intended. Examples: - Faces near the screen edges or faces that appear extremely small, large, dark or bright in relation to the overall image.
Page 154 Playback/Erasing Correct the image. 1. Use the button to select [Start]. 2. Press the button. Save the image. 1. Use the button to select [New File] or [Overwrite]. 2. Press the button. • [New File]: Saved as new file with a new name.
Page 155 Playback/Erasing 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. Since the correction frame will not appear automatically on images that have already been corrected once with the Red- Eye Correction function, use the [Add Frame] option to...
Page 156 Playback/Erasing To correctly perform red-eye correction, take note of the following (refer to the image in step 2 on page 153): - Adjust the correction frame size so that it only surrounds the red-eye portion to be corrected. - When there are several subjects with red-eye, be sure to add one correction frame per subject.
Page 157: Adding Effects With The My Colors Function
Playback/Erasing Adding Effects with the My Colors Function You can add effects to recorded images (stills only) using the My Colors function. The following selection of My Colors effects is available. For details, see 114. Vivid Lighter Skin Tone Neutral Darker Skin Tone Sepia Vivid Blue...
Page 158 Playback/Erasing Select a My Colors type. 1. Use the button to select the My Colors type 2. Press the button. • The displayed image will reflect the My Colors effect. • You can press the zoom lever toward to check the image at a higher magnification. While the image is zoomed, you can press the FUNC./SET button to switch between the image transformed with the My Colors effect and the original non-transformed image.
Page 159 Playback/Erasing When there is not enough space left on the memory card, the My Colors effects cannot be added. Although My Colors effects can be added any number of times to an image, the image quality will gradually deteriorate with each application and the intended colors may not be achieved.
Page 160: Resizing Images
Playback/Erasing Resizing Images You can resave images that were recorded at high recording pixel settings at lower settings. 1600 x 1200 pixels 640 x 480 pixels 320 x 240 pixels Select [Resize]. 1. Press the button. 2. In the [ ] menu, use the button to select 3.
Page 161 Playback/Erasing Save the image. 1. Use the button to select [OK]. 2. Press the button. • The resized image will be saved in a new file. • To continue resizing other images, repeat the procedures from Step 2. Display the saved image. 1.
Page 162: Attaching Sound Memos To Images
Playback/Erasing Attaching Sound Memos to Images In playback mode, you can attach sound memos (up to 1 min.) to an image. The sound data is saved in the WAVE format. Select [Sound Memo]. 1. Press the button. 2. In the [ ] menu, use the button to select 3.
Page 163 Playback/Erasing Sound Memo Panel Use the button to select an option and press FUNC./SET. Exit Ends the operation. Record Starts recording. Pause Stops recording, playback. Play Plays back. Erase Erases. You cannot attach sound memos to movies. Sound memos for protected images cannot be erased.
Page 164: Sound-Only Recording (Sound Recorder)
Playback/Erasing Sound-Only Recording (Sound Recorder) You can record a continuous sound memo for up to approximately 2 hours without taking a picture. Select [Sound Recorder]. 1. Press the button. 2. In the [ ] menu, use the button to select 3.
Page 165 Playback/Erasing Sound Recorder Panel Use the button to select an option and press FUNC./SET. Exit Returns to the menu screen. Record Starts recording. Pause Stops recording, playback. Use the button to select a sound to play and Play FUNC./SET press the button.
Page 166: Protecting Images
Playback/Erasing Protecting Images You can protect important images and movies from accidental erasure. You can configure the protection settings for each Select image singly while viewing them. You can select a first and last image and protect all Select Range the images in the range.
Page 167 Playback/Erasing [Select] Protect the image. 1. Use the button to select an image to protect. 2. Press the button. • Pressing the FUNC./SET button again cancels the setting. • To continue protecting other images, repeat the procedure. Protection Icon • Press the MENU button to complete the setting.
Page 168 Playback/Erasing Select the last image. 1. Use the button to select [Last Image]. 2. Press the button. 3. Use the button to select the last image in the range. 4. Press the button. • An image with a lower number than the first image cannot be selected as the last image •...
Page 169 Playback/Erasing [Select by Date]/[Select by Category]/[Select by Folder] Select the images. 1. Use the button to select a date/category/folder to protect. 2. Press the button. • A will appear on selected images. • Pressing the FUNC./SET button again cancels the setting. •...
Page 170: Erasing Images
Playback/Erasing [All Images] Protect the images. 1. Use the button to select [Protect]. 2. Press the button. • Returns to the selection method screen. • Selecting [Unlock] removes protection for all the images. • Selecting [Stop] cancels protection settings for the current selection. This also can be set in the index playback mode.
Page 171 Playback/Erasing Select [Erase]. 1. Press the button. 2. In the [ ] menu, use the button to select 3. Press the button. Select an erasure method. 1. Use the button to select an erasure method. • Pressing the MENU button returns to the prior screen.
Page 172 Playback/Erasing [Select Range] Select the first image. • You can circle your finger on the Touch Control Dial to select the first and last image. 1. Press the button. 2. Use the button to select the first image for the range to erase. 3.
Page 173 Playback/Erasing Erase the images. 1. Press and choose [Erase]. 2. Press the button. • Pressing the MENU button cancels selection of the image you are about to erase and returns to Step 2. [Select by Date]/[Select by Category]/[Select by Folder] Select the images.
Page 174: Registering Functions To The Playback Button
Playback/Erasing [All Images] Erase the images. 1. Use the button to select [OK]. 2. Press the button. • Selecting [Cancel] cancels selection of the image you are about to erase and returns to Step 2. • Pressing the FUNC./SET button while erasing is in progress cancels the procedure.
Page 175 Playback/Erasing Accept the setting. 1. Use the button to select a function you wish to register. 2. Press the button. To cancel: select in Step 2. Using the Button In playback mode, press the button. • This will call up the registered function. When you press the button in shooting mode, it switches the camera to playback mode.
Page 176: Print Settings/Transfer Settings
Print Settings/Transfer Settings Print Settings/Transfer Settings You can also use the touch control dial to select images and perform various operations. See Setting the 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.
Page 177 Print Settings/Transfer Settings Select [Print Settings]. 1. Press the button. 2. Press the button. 3. Use the button to select the ] menu. 4. Use the button to select [Print Settings]. 5. Press the button. Accept the setting. 1. Use the button to select a menu item.
Page 178: Select A Print Settings Method
Print Settings/Transfer Settings Select a print settings method Configures print settings for single images as you Select Images & Qty. view them. For picking a first and last image and printing all the Select Range images in the range. Configures print settings for images corresponding Select by Date to the selected date.
Page 179 Print Settings/Transfer Settings [Select Images & Qty.] Select the images. • Selection methods differ for the Print Type settings 174). - Standard ( )/Both ( Number of Print Copies 1. Use the button to select the images. 2. Press the button.
Page 180 Print Settings/Transfer Settings [Select Range] Select the first image. • You can circle your finger on the Touch Control Dial to select the first and last image. 1. Press the button. 2. Use the button to select the first image in the print range. 3.
Page 181 Print Settings/Transfer Settings Configure the print settings. 1. Press and choose [Order]. 2. Press the button. • The screen will return to the selection method screen. • Pressing the MENU button cancels the print settings for the selected range of images. [Select by Date]/[Select by Category]/[Select by Folder] Select the images.
Page 182 Print Settings/Transfer Settings [Select All Images] Configure the print settings. 1. Use the button to select [OK]. 2. Press the button. • The screen will return to the selection method screen. • Selecting [Cancel] cancels print settings of the selected image. [Clear All Selections] Deselect the images.
Page 183: Setting The Dpof Transfer Settings
Print Settings/Transfer Settings Setting the 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. icon may display for a memory card with transfer settings set by a different DPOF-compliant camera.
Page 184 Print Settings/Transfer Settings [Order] Select the images. Transfer Selection 1. Use the button to select images to transfer. 2. Press the button. • Pressing the FUNC./SET button again deselects the setting. • This also can be set in the index playback mode.
Page 185: Connecting To A Tv
Connecting to a TV Connecting to a TV Shooting/Playback Using a TV You can use the supplied AV cable to shoot or playback images using a TV. Turn off the camera and the TV. Connect the AV cable to the camera’s A/V OUT ter- minal.
Page 186: Customizing The Camera (My Camera Settings)
Customizing the Camera (My Camera Settings) Customizing the Camera (My Camera Settings) You can also use the touch control dial to select images and perform various operations. See My Camera allows you to customize the start-up image and start-up, operation, self-timer and shutter sounds. You can change and register these settings, enabling you to customize the camera to suit your own tastes.
Page 187: Registering My Camera Settings
Customizing the Camera (My Camera Settings) Registering My Camera Settings Images recorded onto the memory card and newly recorded sounds can be added as My Camera settings to the menu items. You can also use the supplied software to upload your computer’s images and sounds to the camera.
Page 188 Customizing the Camera (My Camera Settings) - [Start-up]/[Operation]/[Self-timer]/[Shutter Sounds] 1. Use the button to select (Record). 2. Press the button. 3. After recording, use the button to select (Register) 4. Press the button. • Recording will automatically stop when the recording time elapses. •...
Page 189: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Troubleshooting • Camera (p. 187) • When the power is turned on (p. 188) • LCD monitor (p. 188) • Shooting (p. 190) • Shooting movies (p. 194) • Playback (p. 195) • Battery/Battery Charger (p. 196) • TV monitor output (p.
Page 190 Troubleshooting When the power is turned on “Card locked!” message appears. The SD memory card’s or When recording to, erasing from or SDHC memory card’s write formatting the memory card, slide the protect tab is set to “Write write protect tab upward 208).
Page 191 Troubleshooting Display flickers. Display flickers when shot This is not a camera malfunction under fluorescent lighting. (flickering recorded in movies, but not in still images). A bar of light (purplish red) appears on the LCD monitor. Sometimes appears when This is a normal occurrence in shooting a bright subject, devices containing CCDs and does such as the sun or other...
Page 192: Camera Will Not Record
Format the memory card 65). formatted correctly. If reformatting does not work, the memory card logic circuits may be damaged. Consult the nearest Canon Customer Support Help Desk. SD memory card or SDHC Slide the write protect tab upward memory card is write 208).
Page 193: Image Is Blurred Or Out Of Focus
Troubleshooting Image is blurred or out of focus. The camera moves when Confirm the procedures in the shutter button is “ appears” 189). pressed. AF-assist Beam is set to In dark places where it is difficult for [Off]. the camera to focus, the AF-assist Beam will emit to assist focusing.
Page 194 Troubleshooting Subject in recorded image is too bright, or image flashes white. Subject is too close, making Shoot with the subject within the the flash too strong. correct flash range when using the built-in flash 215). The subject is overexposed Set the exposure compensation to a because the surroundings negative (–) setting...
Page 195 Troubleshooting Eyes appear red. Light is reflected back from Turn [On] the Red-Eye setting in the the eyes when the flash is Rec. menu 86). For this mode to used in dark areas. be effective, the subject must be looking right at the red-eye reduction lamp.
Page 196 Troubleshooting Shooting movies The recording time may not display properly or shooting may stop unexpectedly. The following types of Although the recording time may not memory cards are used. display properly during shooting, the movie will be recorded correctly on - Slow recording cards.
Page 197 Troubleshooting Playback Cannot play back. You attempted to play back Computer images that cannot be images shot with another played back may play back if they are camera or images edited added to the camera using the with a computer. supplied software program ZoomBrowser EX or ImageBrowser.
Page 198 Troubleshooting Battery/Battery Charger Battery consumed quickly. Battery is not being used to See Battery Handling Precautions its full capacity. 206). Battery life exceeded if Replace the battery with a new one battery loses its charge quickly at normal temperature (23 °C/73 °F). Battery will not charge.
Page 199: List Of Messages
65). However, if this error message appears even when using the supplied memory card, contact your Canon Customer Support Help Desk as there may be a problem with the camera. Memory card full Memory card is full of images and no more can be recorded or saved.
Page 200 List of Messages Naming error! The file name could not be created because there is an image with the same name as the folder that the camera is attempting to create, or the highest possible file number has already been reached. In the Set up menu, set [File Numbering] to [Auto Reset];...
Page 201 List of Messages Incompatible WAVE A sound memo cannot be added to this image since the data type of the existing sound memo is incorrect. In addition, sound cannot be played back. Cannot register this image! You attempted to register an image recorded in a different camera or a movie as a start-up image.
Page 202 Try turning the power back on, and resume shooting or playback. If this message continues to display, contact your Canon Customer Support Help Desk as there may be a problem with the lens.
Page 203: Appendix
Appendix Appendix Safety Precautions Before using the camera, please ensure that you read the safety precautions described below and in the “Safety Precautions” section. Always ensure that the camera is operated correctly. The safety precautions noted on the following pages are intended to instruct you in the safe and correct operation of the camera and its accessories to prevent injuries or damage to yourself, other persons and equipment.
Page 204 Please consult your camera distributor or the closest Canon Customer Support Help Desk. Do not use substances containing alcohol, benzine, thinners or other flammable substances to clean or maintain the equipment.
Page 205 Appendix Battery Do not place the battery near a heat source or expose it to direct flame or heat. The battery should not be immersed in water or sea water. Do not attempt to disassemble, alter or apply heat to the battery.
Page 206 Appendix Others Do not trigger the flash in close proximity to human or animal eyes. Exposure to the intense light produced by the flash may damage eyesight. In particular, remain at least one meter (39 inches) away from infants when using the flash. Keep objects that are sensitive to magnetic fields (such as credit cards) away from the speaker of the camera.
Page 207: Preventing Malfunctions
Appendix Equipment Do not connect compact power adapters or battery chargers to devices such as electrical transformers for foreign travel because it may lead to malfunctions, excessive heat generation, fire, electric shock or injury. Flash Do not operate the flash with dirt, dust or other items stuck to the surface of the flash.
Page 208: Battery Handling
Appendix Battery Handling Battery Charge The following icon and message will display. Icons Message Sufficient battery charge. Recharge the battery soon for extended use. (blinking red) Low battery charge. Recharge the battery. Change the Battery is fully depleted and the camera can no batteries longer operate.
Page 209: Charging The Battery
Since this is a lithium-ion battery, you need not discharge it before recharging. It takes approximately 2 hours 5 minutes to fully charge the battery from a depleted state (based on Canon’s testing standards). • Charging it within a temperature range of 5 – 40 °C (41 – 104 °F) is recommended.
Page 210: Handling The Memory Card
Appendix Handling the Memory Card SD memory card or SDHC memory card Write Protect Tab Write Protect Tab Slide the switch down (you can protect the Slide the switch up. images and other data on the card) Writing/Erasing Possible Writing/Erasing Impossible Cautions When Handling Memory cards are high-precision electronic devices.
Page 211 • 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 212: Using An Ac Adapter Kit (Sold Separately)
Appendix Using an AC Adapter Kit (Sold Separately) It is best to power the camera with AC Adapter Kit ACK-DC30 (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 213: Using An Externally Mounted Flash (Sold Separately)
Appendix Using 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 214 Appendix Before attaching the bracket to the flash, check that the lithium battery (CR123A or DL123) is installed. To illuminate the subjects properly, install the flash so that it is up against the side of the camera and parallel with the camera’s front panel.
Page 215: Camera Care And Maintenance
Never use organic solvents on the camera body or lens. If dirt remains, contact the closest Canon Customer Support Help Desk as listed on the European Warranty System (EWS) Booklet.
Page 216: Specifications
Appendix Specifications All data is based on Canon’s standard testing methods. Subject to change without notice. DIGITAL IXUS 960 IS (W): Max. wide angle (T): Max. telephoto Camera Effective Pixels : Approx. 12.1 million Image Sensor : 1/1.7-inch type CCD (Total number of pixels: Approx.
Page 217 Appendix Metering System : Evaluative* , Center-weighted average or Spot* *1 When [AF Frame] is set to [Face Detect], the brightness of the face is also evaluated *2 Fixed to center Exposure Compensation : ±2 stops in 1/3-stop increments ISO speed : Auto*, High ISO Auto*, ISO 80/100/200/400/ (Standard Output 800/1600...
Page 218 Appendix Data Type (Still images) : Exif 2.2 (JPEG)* Sound memos: WAVE (monaural) (Movies) : AVI (Image data: Motion JPEG; Audio data: WAVE (monaural)) * This digital camera supports Exif 2.2 (also called “Exif Print”). Exif Print is a standard for enhancing the communication between digital cameras and printers.
Page 219 Movie (edit/slow motion play back possible), Sound Recorder (up to 2 hours sound-only recording/playback possible) or Resize. Direct Print : PictBridge compliant, and Canon Direct Print and Bubble Jet Direct compatible My Camera Settings : Start-up image, start-up sound, operation sound, self-timer sound, and shutter sound.
Page 220 Power is left off for a sufficient amount of time*, then the power is turned back on and the testing procedure is repeated. • A Canon-brand memory card is used. * Until the battery returns to normal temperature Playback: Normal temperature (23°C ±2°C/73°F ±3.6°F), normal relative humidity (50% ±20%), continuous playback at 3...
Page 221 4000 x 2248 pixels • Capable of smooth continuous shooting (p. 85) when card has been formatted with a low level format. • This reflects standard shooting criteria established by Canon. Actual results may vary according to the subject and shooting conditions.
Page 222 Appendix Movie :Card included with the camera Recording Pixels SDC- 32MB SDC-128M /Frame Rate 512MSH 640 x 480 pixels 3 min. 14 sec. 1 min. 1 sec. 30 frames/sec. 57 sec. Standard 640 x 480 pixels 1 min. 7 min. 28 sec.
Page 223 Appendix Image Data Sizes (Estimated) Compression Recording Pixels 4000 x 3000 pixels 5208 KB 3084 KB 1474 KB 3264 x 2448 pixels 3436 KB 2060 KB 980 KB 2592 x 1944 pixels 2503 KB 1395 KB 695 KB 1600 x 1200 pixels 1002 KB 558 KB 278 KB...
Page 224 Appendix SD Memory Card Interface Compatible with SD memory card standards Dimensions 32.0 x 24.0 x 2.1 mm (1.26 x 0.94 x 0.08 in.) Weight Approx. 2 g (0.07 oz.) MultiMediaCard Interface Compatible with MultiMediaCard standards Dimensions 32.0 x 24.0 x 1.4 mm (1.26 x 0.94 x 0.06 in.) Weight Approx.
Page 225 Appendix Compact Power Adapter CA-DC10 (Included with the separately sold AC Adapter Kit ACK-DC30) Rated Input 100 – 240 V AC (50/60 Hz) Rated Output 4.3 V DC, 1.5 A Operating 0 – 40 °C (32 – 104 °F) Temperatures Dimensions 42.6 x 104.4 x 31.4 mm (1.68 x 4.11 x 1.24 in.) Weight...
Page 226: Index
Index Index Numerics Digital Zoom ......Direct Transfer......3:2 Guide ........ Downloading Images to a Computer....... DPOF Print Order Print Style ......AC Adapter Kit ACK-DC30 ..Selecting Images ....AE Lock ........DPOF Transfer Order ..... AF Frame ......55, AF Lock........
Page 227 Index Histogram........Print Menu ......Rec. Menu ......Set up Menu ....51, Metering Modes ...... Image Data Sizes (Estimated) Mode Dial ......14, Image Stabilizer Function ..Movie ........Index Playback......Editing......... Indicator ........Playback ......Infinity........Shooting ....... Interface Cable......
Page 228 Index Manual ........Movie ........Scene Mode......Stitch Assist ......Shutter Button ......Fully ........Halfway ......... Slide Show ......Slow Synchro Function ..... Smooth Continuous Shooting ... Sound Memo ......Sound Recorder...... Spot AE Point Frame ..55, Stitch Assist ......System Requirements....
Page 229: Trademark Acknowledgments
• While every effort has been made to ensure that the information contained in this guide is accurate and complete, no liability can be accepted for any errors or omissions. • Canon reserves the right to change the specifications of the hardware and software described herein at anytime without prior notice.
Page 230: Functions Available In Each Shooting Mode
Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode Function Long Shutter – – – Exposure Compensation (p. 107) – – – – – – – Long Shutter Mode (p. 109) – Auto – – – – –...
Page 231 Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode Set each function according to the shooting conditions and then shoot. Only functions with settings that change with the shooting mode are listed here. Reference Pages – – – – – – p 107 –...
Page 232 Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode Function Long Shutter – Face Detect – AF Frame (p. 97) AiAF (9 point) Center – – – – – – AF Frame Size (p. 99) – – (p. 67) Digital Zoom * – –...
Page 233 Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode Reference Pages – – – – – – – p 97 – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – p 99 – – –...

Canon Digital IXUS 960 IS User Manual

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Playback/Erasing

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Connecting to a TV

Customizing the Camera (My Camera Settings)

Troubleshooting

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Appendix

Index

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