Camera User Guide
Camera User Guide
CDI-E328-010 XX07NiXX © 2007 CANON INC. PRINTED IN JAPAN
ENGLISH
DIGITAL CAMERA
Ensure that you read the Safety Precautions (pp. 224–229).
Getting Started
Learning More
Components Guide
Basic Operations
Commonly Used Shooting Functions
Shooting Using the Mode Dial
Advanced Shooting Functions
Playback/Erasing
Print Settings/Transfer Settings
Connecting a TV set
Customizing the Camera
Troubleshooting
List of Messages
Appendix
Workflow and Reference Guides
The following guides are available. Refer to them as necessary
according to the flowchart below.
: This Guide
Camera User Guide
Camera User Guide
Learning More
Prepare the camera for use
• Connecting to a printer
• Connecting to a TV set
• Connecting to a computer
Direct Print User
Guide
Software Starter
Guide
ZoomBrowser EX/
ImageBrowser
Software User Guide
• PDF manuals available
on the Canon website.
Camera User Guide
Learn more about the camera
Getting Started
Using the camera
Confirming the package contents
Connect the camera
to other devices
http://web.canon.jp/Imaging/information-e.html
Confirming the Package Contents
1
Confirming the Package Contents
Your camera package includes all of the following items. If any of these
items are missing, please contact the dealer for assistance.
You may not be able to achieve the full performance of this camera with the included
memory card.
You can use SD memory cards, SDHC memory cards,
MultiMediaCards, MMCplus cards and HC MMCplus
cards with this camera. These cards are collectively called
memory cards in this guide.
a
b
def
ghi
Digital Camera
Battery Pack
NB-2LH
(With Terminal Cover)
Memory Card
(32MB)
Interface Cable
IFC-400PCU
AV Cable
AVC-DC300
Neck Strap
NS-DC6
Warranty Card
Canon Digital Camera
Solution Disk
• Camera User Guide
• Direct Print User Guide
• Software Starter Guide
• “Canon Customer Support” Leaflet
• “Use of Genuine Canon Accessories Recommended” Leaflet
User Guides
c
Battery Charger
CB-2LW/CB-2LWE
j
Table of Contents
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Table of Contents
Items marked with a are lists or charts that summarize camera
functions or procedures.
Please Read . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Components Guide 40
Using the Control Dial . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Power Saving Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Basic Operations 46
Menus and Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Menus and Default Settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Switching between Shooting Mode and Playback Mode . . 54
Using the LCD Monitor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
LCD Monitor Brightness. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Customizing Display Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Information Displayed on the LCD Monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
Setting the World Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
Resetting Settings to Their Default Values . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
Learning More
Preparations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Shooting Still Images ( Auto Mode) . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Viewing Still Images . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Shooting Movies ( Standard Mode) . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Viewing Movies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Erasing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Printing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Downloading Images to a Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
System Map. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Getting Started
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Formatting Memory Cards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69
Commonly Used Shooting Functions 70
Using the Optical Zoom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
Using the Digital Zoom/Digital Tele-Converter . . . . . . . . . 71
Using the Flash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
Shooting Close-ups (Macro) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75
Using the Self-Timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76
Changing the Recording Pixels and
Compression (Still Images) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78
Changing the Image Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80
Setting the Image Stabilizer Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82
Adjusting the ISO Speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84
Checking the Focus and Peoples’
Expressions (Focus Check) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86
Shooting Using the Mode Dial 88
Mode Dial. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88
Shooting Modes for Specific Scenes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89
Program AE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93
Setting the Shutter Speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94
Setting the Aperture . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96
Manually Setting the Shutter Speed and Aperture . . . 98
Shooting Panoramic Images (Stitch Assist) . . . . . . . 100
Movie Shooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102
Setting the Recording Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108
Saving Custom Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109
Advanced Shooting Functions 111
Continuous Shooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111
Setting the Red-Eye Reduction Function. . . . . . . . . . . . . 113
Setting the Slow Synchro. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114
Switching between Focus Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115
Selecting an AF Frame Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116
Shooting Hard-to-Focus Subjects (Focus Lock, AF Lock,
Manual Focus, Safety MF). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123
Focus Bracketing (Focus-BKT Mode) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127
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Locking the Exposure Setting (AE Lock) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128
Shooting with FE Lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130
Auto Exposure Bracketing (AEB Mode). . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131
Using the ND Filter. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132
Reducing the Effects of Camera Shake (Auto ISO Shift). 133
Adjusting the Exposure Compensation. . . . . . . . . . . . 135
Switching between Metering Modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136
Adjusting the Tone (White Balance) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137
Shooting in a My Colors Mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140
Changing the Colors and Shooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 143
Switching between Flash Adjustment Settings . . . . . . . . 148
Compensating the Flash Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149
Setting the Flash Output . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150
Switching the Timing at which the Flash Fires. . . . . . . . . 151
Adjusting Exposure for Built-in Flash
Shooting (Safety FE) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 152
Registering Settings to the Shortcut Button . . . . . . . . 153
Setting the Auto Rotate Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 155
Creating an Image Destination (Folder). . . . . . . . . . . . . . 156
Resetting the File Number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 158
Playback/Erasing 160
Viewing Magnified Images. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 160
Viewing Images in Sets of Nine (Index Playback) . . . 161
Checking the Focus and Peoples’ Expressions
(Focus Check Display) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 162
Jumping to Images . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 165
Organizing Images by Category (My Category). . . . . . . . 167
Viewing Movies (Operating the Movie Control Panel) . . . 170
Editing Movies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 172
Rotating Images in the Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 174
Playback with Transition Effects . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 175
Automated Playback (Slide Shows). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 176
Red-Eye Correction Function. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 180
Adding My Colors Effects. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 185
Resizing Images . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 187
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Attaching Sound Memos to Images. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 189
Sound-Only Recording (Sound Recorder). . . . . . . . . . . . 190
Protecting Images . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 192
Erasing Images . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 195
Print Settings/Transfer Settings 198
Setting the DPOF Print Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 198
Setting the DPOF Transfer Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 203
Connecting a TV set 205
Viewing Images on a TV set . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 205
Customizing the Camera (My Camera Settings) 207
Changing My Camera Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 207
Registering My Camera Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 208
Troubleshooting 210
List of Messages 220
Appendix 224
Safety Precautions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 224
Preventing Malfunctions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 229
Battery Handling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 229
Handling the Memory Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 232
Using the Power Kits (Sold Separately). . . . . . . . . . . . . . 234
Using the Lenses (Sold Separately) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 236
Using an Externally Mounted Flash (Sold Separately) . . 242
Using an Externally Mounted Flash (Sold Separately) . . 249
Camera Care and Maintenance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 251
Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 252
INDEX 264
Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode 270
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Symbol Conventions in this Guide
: This mark denotes issues that may affect the camera’s
operation.
: This mark denotes additional topics that complement the basic
operating procedures.
Explanations in this guide are based on the camera’s default settings
at time of purchase.
Advanced Shooting Functions
131
See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 286).
In this mode, the camera automatically changes the exposure within a
set range to take three shots as the same interval as continuous
shooting (p. 111). The images are shot in the following order: Standard
exposure, underexposure and overexposure.
Auto Exposure Bracketing (AEB Mode)
Shooting Mode
1
Select AEB.
1. Press the button.
2. Use the or button to select
and use the or button to select
.
3. Press the button.
2
Adjust the compensation
range.
1. Adjust the compensation range with
the or button.
2. Press the button.
Mode: Shooting ( )/
Playback ( )
Available shooting modes
These modes are available.
These modes are not available.
Please Read
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Please Read
Test Shots
Before you try to photograph important subjects, we highly recommend
that you shoot several trial images to confirm that the camera is
operating and being operated correctly.
Please note that Canon Inc., its subsidiaries and affiliates, and its
distributors are not liable for any consequential damages arising from
any malfunction of a camera or accessory, including memory cards,
that results in the failure of an image to be recorded or to be recorded
in a way that is machine readable.
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
performances, exhibitions, or commercial properties by means of a
camera or other device may contravene copyright or other legal rights
even if the image was shot for personal use.
Warranty Limitations
This camera’s warranty is only effective in the country of sale. If a
problem arises while the camera is in use abroad, please convey it
back to the country of sale before proceeding with a warranty claim to
a Canon Customer Support Help Desk.
For Canon Customer Support contacts, please see the customer
support list supplied with your camera.
Please Read
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Video Format
Please set the camera’s video signal format to the one used in your
region before using it with a TV monitor (p. 205).
Language Setting
Please see Setting the Display Language (p. 15) to change the
language setting.
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. More than 99.99% of the pixels
operate to specification. Less than 0.01% of the pixels may
occasionally misfire or appear as red or black dots. This has no
effect on the recorded image and does not constitute a
malfunction.
zPreparations
zShooting Still Images
zViewing Still Images
zShooting Movies
zViewing Movies
zErasing
zPrinting
zDownloading Images to a Computer
zSystem Map
Getting Started
Preparations
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Getting Started
Preparations
1. Insert the battery into the battery charger.
2. Plug the battery charger (CB-2LW) into a power outlet,
or attach the power cord to the battery charger (CB-
2LWE, not shown) and plug it into a power outlet.
3. Remove the battery after charging is complete.
Charging takes approximately 1 hour 45 minutes.
Charging the Battery
To protect the battery and prolong its life, do not charge it for
longer than 24 hours continuously.
Charge Indicator
Charging: lights orange
Charge Indicator
Charging Complete:
lights green
Preparations
11
Getting Started
1. Slide the cover (a) and open it (b).
2. Push the battery lock in the direction of the arrow (a)
and insert the battery until it locks.
3. Close the cover (a) and slide it until clicks (b).
To Remove the Battery
Push the battery lock in the direction of the
arrow and hold it while pulling the battery
out.
Installing the Battery
a
b
a
Battery Lock
b
a
b
Battery Lock
Preparations
12
Getting Started
1. Slide the cover (a) and open it (b).
2. Insert the memory card until it clicks into place.
3. Close the cover (a) and slide it until clicks (b).
Inserting the Memory Card
Ensure that the memory card is correctly oriented before
inserting it in the camera. Inserting it backward may cause the
camera to fail to recognize the memory card or to malfunction.
a
b
Back
Write Protect Tab
(For SD memory card)
• Confirm that the
write protect tab
is unlocked (only
SD memory
cards).
• Check the card for
the correct
orientation.
a
b
Preparations
13
Getting Started
To Remove the Memory Card
Push the memory card with your finger until the memory card clicks
and then release it.
Attaching the Neck Strap
a
b
c
Pull the strap tight in the
buckle so that it does not
slip. Perform the same
steps on the other side of
the camera.
In order to avoid dropping the camera, we recommend
attaching the neck strap before using the camera.
Preparations
14
Getting Started
The Date/Time settings menu will appear the first time the power is
turned on. Set the date and time as shown in Steps 3 and 4 in the
explanation below.
1. Press the power button.
2. Select [Date/Time].
1. Press the button.
2. Use the or button to select
the (Set up) menu.
3. Use the or button to select
[Date/Time].
4. Press the button.
3. Select the year, month, day and
time, and the display order.
1. Use the or button to select
an option.
2. Use the or button to set the
value.
4. Press the button.
5. Press the button.
Setting the Date and Time
Buttons
Power Button
Button
Button
Preparations
15
Getting Started
You can change the language displayed in the LCD monitor menus
and messages.
1. Press the (Playback) button.
2. Hold down the button and press the button.
3. Use the , , or button to select a language.
4. Press the button.
z A rechargeable lithium battery is built into the camera to save
such settings as the date/time. This battery charges when
the main battery is in the camera. When you purchase the
camera, place the main battery in it for approximately four
hours or use AC Adapter Kit ACK-DC20 (sold separately) to
charge the lithium battery. It will charge even if the camera is
turned off.
z The date/time settings may be lost after approximately three
weeks if you remove the main battery. Reset the date/time
settings if this occurs.
Setting the Display Language
Buttons
Button
Button
Button
Shooting Still Images
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Getting Started
Shooting Still Images
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.
2. Select a shooting mode.
1. Set the mode dial to .
3. Aim the camera at the subject.
( Mode)
Mode Dial
Shutter
Button
Power Button
Indicators
Microphone
Button
Shooting Still Images
17
Getting Started
4. Press the shutter button lightly
(halfway) to focus.
• When the camera focuses, it beeps
twice and the indicator lights green
(orange when the flash will fire).
• An AF frame will display in green on
the LCD monitor at the point of focus.
5. Press the shutter button fully (all
the way) to shoot.
• The shutter sound will play once and
the image will record.
• The indicator will blink green and the
file will record to the memory card.
Mute Setting
When you hold down the (Microphone) button while turning on the
camera, the mute setting will be set to [On]. All sounds except for
warning sounds will be disabled. You can change the setting in
[Mute] in the Set up menu (p. 51).
Shooting Preparations
Complete: lights green
AF Frame
Recording: blinks green
Shooting Still Images
18
Getting Started
Recorded images are displayed on the LCD monitor for approximately
2 seconds immediately after shooting.
You can also use the following methods to continue displaying the
image immediately after shooting so that you can check it.
z Keep the shutter button pressed fully.
z Press the button while the recorded image is
displayed.
Confirm that the camera beeps.
You can shoot by pressing the shutter button even when an image
is being displayed.
Reviewing an Image Right After
Shooting (Rec. Review)
You can change the interval for which images are displayed by
configuring the [Review] item in the (Rec.) menu.
Shutter Button
Button
Viewing Still Images
19
Getting Started
Viewing Still Images
1. Press the (Playback) button.
The last recorded image will display.
2. Use the or 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.
• The images advance more quickly if you keep the button
pressed, but they will appear coarse.
• You can also select images by turning
the control dial. Turning it
counterclockwise displays the
previous image while turning it
clockwise displays the next image.
If you have played back images, the last image viewed will
display (Resume Playback). If the memory card has been
switched, or the images on the memory card have been edited
with a computer, the newest image on the memory card
appears.
Button
Buttons
Control Dial
Shooting Movies
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Getting Started
Shooting Movies
1. Press the power button.
2. Select a shooting mode.
1. Set the mode dial to (Movie).
2. Turn the control dial to select
(Standard).
3. Aim the camera at the subject.
z Do not touch the microphone while recording.
z Do not press any buttons other than the shutter button. The
sound that buttons make will be recorded in the movie.
( Standard Mode)
Mode Dial
Control Dial
Shutter Button
Power Button
Indicators
Microphone
Shooting Movies
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Getting Started
4. Press the shutter button lightly
(halfway) to focus.
• When the camera focuses, it beeps
twice and the indicator lights green.
• The exposure, focus and white
balance are automatically set.
5. Press the shutter button fully (all
the way) to shoot.
• Recording starts.
• During the recording, the elapsed
recording time and [z Rec.] will
display in the LCD monitor.
6. Press the shutter button fully
again to stop recording.
• The indicator will blink green and the
data will be recorded onto the memory
card.
• Recording will stop automatically
when the maximum recording time
elapses, or the built-in memory or
memory card become full.
Shooting Preparations
Complete: lights green
Elapsed Time
Recording: blinks green
Viewing Movies
22
Getting Started
Viewing Movies
1. Press the (Playback) button.
2. Use the or button to display a movie and press
the button.
• Images with a icon are movies.
• You can also select images by turning
the control dial.
3. Use the or button to select
(Play) and press the button.
• The movie will start playing.
• If you press the FUNC./SET button
during playback, you can pause and
restart the movie.
• You can adjust the playback volume
with the or button.
Button
Control Dial
Button
Buttons
Erasing
23
Getting Started
Erasing
1. Press the (Playback) button.
2. Use the or button to select an image to erase and
press the button.
You can also select images by turning the control dial.
3. 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.
Buttons
Control Dial
Button
Button
Button
Printing
24
Getting Started
Printing
1. Connect the camera to the printer*
1
.
• Open the terminal cover and plug the interface cable in all the
way.
• See the printer’s user guide for connection instructions.
*1 Since this camera uses a standard protocol (PictBridge), you can use it with other
PictBridge-compliant printers in addition to Canon-brand printers.
*2 You can also use the CP-10/CP-100/CP-200/CP-300 card photo printers.
Button
Terminal Cover
Button
Buttons
Control Dial
SELPHY Series
Compact Photo Printers*
2
PIXMA Series Bubble Jet Printers
Canon Brand Printers
Camera
Interface Cable
Printing
25
Getting Started
2. Turn on the printer.
3. Press the (Playback) button
to turn on the camera.
• The button will light blue.
• A , or icon will appear in the
LCD monitor if the connection is
correct (the displayed icons differ
according to the connected printer).
• Images with a icon are movies.
4. Use the or button to select an image to print and
press the button.
• The button will blink blue and printing will start.
• You can also select images by turning the control dial.
After you finish printing, turn off the camera and the printer and
disconnect the interface cable.
Downloading Images to a Computer
26
Getting Started
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.
Windows
Macintosh
OS Windows Vista
Windows XP Service Pack 2
Windows 2000 Service Pack 4
Computer
Model
The above OS should be pre-installed on computers with
built-in USB ports.
CPU Windows Vista : Pentium 1.3 GHz or higher
Windows XP / Windows 2000 : Pentium 500 MHz or higher
RAM Windows Vista : 512 MB or more
Windows XP / Windows 2000 : 256 MB or more
Interface USB
Free Hard Disk
Space
• Canon Utilities
- ZoomBrowser EX : 200 MB or more
- PhotoStitch : 40 MB or more
• Canon Camera TWAIN Driver : 25 MB or more
Display 1,024×768 pixels/High Color (16 bit) or better
OS Mac OS X (v10.3 – v10.4)
Computer
Model
The above OS should be pre-installed on computers with
built-in USB ports.
CPU PowerPC G3/G4/G5 or Intel Processor
RAM 256 MB or more
Interface USB
Free Hard Disk
Space
• Canon Utilities
- ImageBrowser : 300 MB or more
- PhotoStitch : 50 MB or more
Display 1,024 × 768 pixels/ 32,000 Colors or better
Downloading Images to a Computer
27
Getting Started
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.
When the installation is finished,
[Restart] or [Finish] will display. Click
the button that appears.
4. Remove the CD-ROM from the drive when your normal
desktop screen appears.
Macintosh
Double-click the icon in the
CD-ROM window. When the installer
panel appears, click [Install]. Follow the
onscreen instructions to proceed.
Preparing to Download Images
Ensure that you install the software first before connecting the
camera to the computer.
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Getting Started
2. 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.
3. Preparing to download images to the computer.
1. Press the (Playback) button
to turn the camera on.
Always grasp the sides of the connector when disconnecting
the interface cable from the camera’s DIGITAL terminal.
If the Digital Signature Not Found window appears, click [Yes].
The USB driver will automatically finish installing onto the
computer when you attach the camera and open a connection.
DIGITAL TerminalUSB Port
Interface Cable
Downloading Images to a Computer
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Getting Started
Windows
Select [Canon CameraWindow] and
click [OK].
CameraWindow appears.
Preparations for downloading images are now finished. Please
proceed to the Downloading Images Using the Camera section
(p. 31) (except Windows 2000).
If the window above does not appear, click the [Start] menu
and select [All Programs] or [Programs], followed by [Canon
Utilities], [CameraWindow], [CameraWindow] and
[CameraWindow].
With Windows 2000, you can download images using the
computer. Please refer to the Software Starter Guide for details.
Downloading Images to a Computer
30
Getting Started
Macintosh
The following window 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. Please
proceed to the Downloading Images Using the Camera section
(p. 31).
Please refer to the Software Starter Guide regarding how to
download images using the computer.
Downloading Images to a Computer
31
Getting Started
Use this method to download images using camera operations (except
Windows 2000).
Downloading Images Using the Camera
(Direct Transfer)
Install the software before downloading images via the direct
transfer method for the first time (p. 27).
All Images Transfers and saves all images to the computer.
New Images
Transfers and saves to the computer only the
images that have not been previously
transferred.
DPOF Trans.
Images
Transfers and saves to the computer only the
images with DPOF Transfer Order settings.
Select & Transfer
Transfers and saves single images to the
computer as you view and select them.
Wallpaper
Transfers and saves single images to the
computer as you view and select them. The
transferred images display as the background on
the computer desktop.
Buttons
Button
Button
Button
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32
Getting Started
1. 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.
All Images/New Images/DPOF Trans. Images
2. Use the or button to select , or and press
the button.
• The images will download. The
button will blink blue while
downloading is in progress.
• The display will return to the Direct
Transfer menu when the download is
complete.
• Pressing the FUNC./SET button will
cancel a download in progress.
Select & Transfer/Wallpaper
2. Use the or button to select or and press the
button (or button).
3. Use the or button to select images to download
and press the button.
• The images will download. The
button will blink blue while
downloading is in progress.
4. Press the button after
downloading finishes.
• You will return to the Direct Transfer
menu.
Direct Transfer Menu
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Getting Started
Click [×] at the bottom right of the window to close CameraWindow, the
downloaded images will display on the computer.
By default, the downloaded images are saved into folders according to
their shooting dates.
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. The previous setting will
be in effect the next time the Direct Transfer menu is displayed.
The image selection screen will appear directly when the
[Select & Transfer] or the [Wallpaper] option was last selected.
Windows Macintosh
ZoomBrowser EX ImageBrowser
System Map
34
Getting Started
System Map
Neck Strap
NS-DC6
Battery Pack
NB-2LH*
1
(With Terminal Cover)
Waterproof Case Weight
WW-DC1
AC Adapter Kit ACK-DC20
Supplied with
Camera
Interface Cable
IFC-400PCU*
1
Memory Card (32 MB)
Canon Digital Camera
Solution Disk
AV Cable
AVC-DC300*
1
Waterproof Case
WP-DC21
Soft Case
SC-DC55
series
Compact Power
Adapter
CA-PS700
High-Power
Flash HF-DC1
Speedlite
220EX
Speedlite
430EX
Speedlite
580EX II*
6
Battery Charger
CB-2LW/CB-2LWE*
1
*
5
DC Coupler
DR-20
DC Coupler
DR-700*
2
Power Cord
Car Battery
Charger
CBC-NB2
Speedlite
Transmitter
ST-E2
System Map
35
Getting Started
USB Port
PC Card
Slot
Direct Interface Cable*
3
USB Card
Reader
PCMCIA Adapter
(PC Card Adapter)
SD Memory Card*
7
• SDC-128M
• SDC-512MSH
Compact Photo
Printers*
3
*
4
(SELPHY series)
Direct Print Compatible
Bubble Jet Printers*
3
(PIXMA series)
TV/Video
Video IN Terminal
Audio IN Terminal
*1 Also available for purchase separately.
*2 Cannot be used with the PowerShot G9.
*3 See the user guide supplied with the Bubble Jet
printer for more information on the printer and
interface cables.
*4 This camera can also be connected to the Card
Photo Printer CP-10/CP-100/CP-200/CP-300.
*5 Battery Charger CB-2LT/CB-2LTE may also be
used.
*6
Speedlite 580EX may also be used.
*7 Not sold in some regions.
Conversion Lens
Adapter LA-DC58H
Wide Converter
WC-DC58B
Tele-converter
TC-DC58C
Ring Accessory Kit
RAK-DC1
Windows/Macintosh
System Map
36
Getting Started
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-DC58H
This adapter is required for mounting the wide converter and tele-
converter to the camera.
• Wide Converter WC-DC58B
Converts the focal distance of the body lens by a factor of
approximately 0.75x when attached.
• Tele-converter TC-DC58C
Converts the focal distance of the body lens by a factor of
approximately 2x when attached.
Flash
• EX-Series Speedlites
Speedlites for Canon EOS models. Subjects are optimally illuminated
for crisp, natural images.
• Speedlite 220EX/430EX/580EX II*
*The Speedlite 580EX can also be used.
• Speedlite Transmitter ST-E2
This allows the wireless control of slave (remote) Speedlite flashes
(except the Speedlite 220EX).
• 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.
Power Supplies
• Battery Pack NB-2LH
Rechargeable lithium ion battery.
Optional Accessories
System Map
37
Getting Started
• Battery Charger CB-2LW/CB-2LWE
A battery charger for Battery Pack NB-2LH.
• AC Adapter Kit ACK-DC20
This is an adapter to supply power from household power outlets.
Recommended to power a camera for an extended period of time or
when connecting to a computer.
• Compact Power Adapter CA-PS700
• DC Coupler DR-20
• DC Coupler DR-700 (Cannot be used with the PowerShot G9)
• Power Cord
• Car Battery Charger CBC-NB2
Allows you to charge your camera’s battery from the cigarette lighter
socket of your car.
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 Bubble Jet printer*.
* Refer to your Bubble Jet printer user guide.
• AV Cable AVC-DC300
Use this cable to connect the camera to a TV set.
• Waterproof Case WP-DC21
You can use this case to take underwater shots at depths of up to 40
meters (130 feet), and of course it’s ideal for taking worry-free
pictures in the rain, at the beach, or on the ski slopes.
• Soft Case SC-DC55A/SC-DC55B/SC-DC55C
Protects the camera from scratching and dust. Handle with care.
Leather material may discolor.
• Ring Accessory Kit RAK-DC1
A set of lens rings in three different colors.
System Map
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Getting Started
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.
• Compact Photo Printers (SELPHY series)
• Bubble Jet Printers (PIXMA series)
For more information, visit your nearest Canon retailer.
Direct Print Compatible Printers
Use of genuine Canon accessories is recommended.
This product is designed to achieve excellent performance when used
with genuine Canon accessories. Canon shall not be liable for any
damage to this product and/or accidents such as fire, etc., caused by
the malfunction of non-genuine Canon accessories (e.g., a leakage
and/or explosion of a battery pack). Please note that this warranty
does not apply to repairs arising out of the malfunction of non-genuine
Canon accessories, although you may request such repairs on a
chargeable basis.
Learning More
Components Guide
40
Components Guide
Front View
a
AF-assist Beam (p. 49)
b Red-Eye Reduction Lamp (p. 113)
c Self-Timer Lamp (p. 76)
d Neck Strap Mounts (p. 13)
e Viewfinder Window (p. 41)
f Flash (p. 74)
g Speaker
h Ring Release Button (p. 237)
i Ring (p. 237)
j Lens
The LCD monitor may be covered with a thin plastic film for
protection against scratches during shipment. If so, remove the
film before using the camera.
Components Guide
41
Back View
a
LCD Monitor (p. 55)
b Viewfinder
c Terminal Cover
d DC Coupler Cable Cover (p. 235)
e Memory Card Slot / Battery Cover (pp. 11, 12)
f Tripod Socket
g A/V OUT (Audio/Video output) Terminal (p. 205)
h DIGITAL Terminal (p. 28)
Using the Optical Viewfinder to Shoot
Turning the LCD monitor off (p. 55) and using the optical viewfinder
can help conserve power while shooting.
• You can adjust the viewfinder with the diopter adjustment dial to
adapt to your vision so that the subject appears in sharp focus
(p. 42). Adjustments of –3.0 to +1.0
1
⁄
m
(dpt) can be made.
• You may be able to see part of the lens through the viewfinder
depending on the zoom setting.
• The viewfinder has a field of vision of approximately 80% of the
actual shooting image.
Components Guide
42
Controls
a
Indicators (p. 44)
b Diopter Adjustment Dial
(p. 41)
c (Shortcut)/ (Print/
Share) Button (pp. 24, 31,
153)
d ISO Speed Dial (p. 84)
e ISO Speed Lamp
f Hot Shoe (p. 242)
g Power Lamp
h Microphone (p. 189, 191)
i Mode Dial (pp. 16, 88)
j Shutter Button (p. 17)
k Zoom Lever (pp. 70, 160)
Shooting: (Wide Angle)/
(Telephoto)
Playback: (Index)/
(Magnify)
l Power Button (p. 16)
m (Playback) Button (p. 19)
n (AE Lock/FE Lock)/
(Microphone) Button
(pp. 128, 130, 189, 191)
o (Exposure)/ (Jump)/
Button (pp. 135, 165)
p FUNC./SET (Function/Set)
Button (p. 46)
q MENU Button (p. 47)
r DISPLAY Button (p. 55)
s (AF Frame Selector)/
(Single Image Erase)
Button (pp. 116, 23)
t (Macro)/ Button (p. 75)
u (Manual Focus)/
Button (p. 123)
v (Flash)/ Button (p. 74)
w (Continuous)/
(Selftimer)/ Button
(pp. 111, 76)
x Control Dial (p. 43)
Components Guide
43
Turning the control dial counterclockwise is equivalent to pressing the
button, while turning the control dial clockwise is equivalent to
pressing the button (it is equivalent to pressing the or button
with some functions).
You can perform the following operations when you turn the control dial.
The Shooting Functions
• Selecting Special Scene modes (p. 89)
• Selecting / / / (pp. 74, 75, 76, 111)
• Selecting the FUNC. menu item (p. 48)
• Selecting the movie mode (p. 102)
• Selecting the shooting direction in Stitch Assist mode (p. 100)
• Selecting a shutter speed in (p. 94)
• Selecting an aperture value in (p. 96)
• Selecting the shutter speed and the aperture value in (p. 98)
• Selecting the AF Frame (p. 116)
• Adjusting the focus in manual focus mode (p. 124)
• Program Shift (p. 129)
• Adjusting the exposure (p. 135)
The Playback Functions
• Selecting an image in playback mode (pp. 19, 160, 161, 165)
• Operating when viewing/editing movies (pp. 22, 170, 172)
• Operating the sound memos or sound recorder (pp. 189, 190)
• Operating DPOF print settings and transfer settings (pp. 198, 203)
The Shooting and Playback Functions
• Selecting a menu item (pp. 46, 47)
• Selecting a time zone (p. 65)
• Changing the clock display color (p. 56)
• Registering My Camera contents (p. 208)
Using the Control Dial
When this arrow is displayed,
operation is carried out using
control dial.
Components Guide
44
The camera indicators will light or blink under the following conditions.
• Upper Indicator
Green: Ready to shoot
Blinking Green: Time Lapse (movie) recording/image recording/
reading/erasing/transferring (when connected to a
computer)
Orange: Ready to shoot (flash on)
Blinking Orange: Ready to shoot (camera shake warning)
• Lower Indicator
Yellow: Macro mode/Manual focus mode/AF lock mode
Blinking Yellow: Focusing difficulty (camera beeps once)
Indicators
Never do the following while the indicator blinks green. These
actions may corrupt image data.
- Shake or jolt the camera
- Shut off the power, or open the memory card slot/battery cover
Components Guide
45
This camera is equipped with a power saving function. The power will
shut off in the following circumstances. Turn the camera on again to
restore power.
* This time can be changed.
Power Saving Function
Shooting Mode Powers down approximately 3 minutes after the
last control is accessed on the camera. The LCD
monitor automatically turns off 1 minute* after the
last control is accessed even if [Auto Power
Down] is set to [Off]. Press any button other than
the power button or change the camera
orientation to turn the LCD monitor back on.
Playback Mode
Connected to a Printer
Powers down approximately 5 minutes after the
last control is accessed on the camera.
z The power saving function will not activate during a slide
show or while the camera is connected to a computer.
z The power saving function settings can be changed (p. 52).
Basic Operations
46
Basic Operations
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.
Button (FUNC. Menu)
This menu sets many of the common shooting functions.
Menus and Settings
1
Set the mode dial to the shooting mode you
want to use.
2
Press the button.
3
Use the or button to select a menu item.
Some items may not be selectable in some shooting modes.
4
Use the or button to select an option for
the menu item.
• You can select further options with the DISPLAY button for
some options.
• After selecting an option, you can press the shutter button to
shoot immediately. After shooting, this menu will appear again,
allowing you to adjust the settings easily.
• You can also use the control dial to select an option for the
menu item.
5
Press the button.
• This example shows the FUNC.
menu in mode.
12
34
5
Basic Operations
47
Button
(Rec., Play, Print, Set up and My Camera Menus)
Convenient settings for shooting, playback or printing can be set with
these menus.
1
Press the button.
2
Use the or button to switch between
menus.
• You can also use the zoom lever to switch between menus.
• The following menus are displayed.
Shooting: Rec. / Set up / My Camera
Playback: Play / Print / Set up / My Camera
3
Use the or button to select a menu item.
• Some items may not be selectable in some shooting modes.
• You can also use the control dial to select a menu item.
4
Use the or button to select an option.
Menu items followed by an ellipsis (...) can only be set after
pressing the FUNC./SET button to display the next menu. Press
the FUNC./SET button again to confirm the setting and press the
MENU button to return the menu screen.
5
Press the button.
• This example shows the Rec. menu when in mode.
You can switch between
menus with the or
button.
(Set up) Menu
(Rec.) Menu
1
2
34
5
(My Camera) Menu
Basic Operations
48
See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode.
FUNC. Menu
The icons shown below are the default settings.
Rec. Menu
Menus and Default Settings
Menu Item
Reference
Page
Menu Item
Reference
Page
White Balance p. 137 ND Filter p. 132
My Colors p. 140
Compression
(Still Image)
p. 78
Bracket
pp. 127,
131
Shooting Interval
(Movie: Time Lapse)
p. 107
Flash Exposure
Compensation/
Flash Output
pp. 149,
150
Recording Pixels
(Still Image)
p. 78
Metering Mode p. 136
Recording Pixels
(Movie)
p. 106
Menu Item Options
Summary/
Reference Page
AF Frame
p. 116/ Face Detect*/AiAF/Center
/ / / FlexiZone*/Face Detect/AiAF
Flash Control Flash Mode Auto*/Manual p. 148
Flash Exp.
Comp
–2 to 0* to +2
p. 149
Flash Output Minimum*/
Medium/
Maximum
p. 150
Shutter Sync 1st-curtain*/
2nd-curtain
p. 151
Slow Synchro On/Off* p. 114
Safety FE On*/Off p. 152
* Default setting
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49
Digital Zoom
p. 71
(Still Image) Standard*/Off/1.5x/2.0x
(Movies) Standard*/Off (In standard movie
mode only)
Red-Eye On*/Off p. 113
Self-timer Delay: 0 – 10*, 15, 20, 30 sec.
Shots: 1 – 10*
(Default setting is 3 shots.)
p. 76
Spot AE Point Center*/AF Point p. 136
Safety Shift On/Off* pp. 96, 97
Auto ISO Shift Off*/ Button/On p. 133
MF-Point Zoom On*/Off p. 124
Safety MF On*/Off p. 126
AF Mode Continuous*/Single p. 115
AF-assist Beam On*/Off p. 40
Review Off/ 2 sec.* to 10 sec./Hold You can set the
length of time
images display after
being shot (p. 18).
Review Info Off*/Detailed/Focus Check p. 86
Record + On/Off* p. 81
Save Original On/Off* p. 147
Auto Category On*/Off Sets whether or not
images are
automatically
classified into
categories during
shooting.*
1
IS Mode
p. 82
(Still Image) Continuous*/Shoot Only/
Panning/Off
(Movies) On*/Off
Converter Off*/ WC-DC58B /TC-DC58C p. 241
Basic Operations
50
*1 They are classified according to the following categories.
(People): , , or images with faces detected when [Face Detect] has
been selected.
(Scenery): , ,
(Events): , , , , , ,
*2 Default setting for LCD monitor 1.
*3 Default setting for LCD monitor 2.
Play Menu Print Menu
Custom Display LCD/Viewfinder / /
p. 57
Shooting info. Off*
2
/On*
3
Grid Lines Off*
2
/On*
3
3:2 Guide Off*
2
*
3
/On
Histogram Off*
2
/On*
3
Set Shortcut
button
*p.153
Save Settings / p. 109
Menu Item
Reference
Page
Menu Item
Reference
Page
Slide Show p. 176 Print
p. 198
My Category p. 167 Select Image & Qty.
Erase p. 195 Select Range
Protect p. 192 Select by Date
Red-Eye
Correction
p. 180 Select by Category
Resize p. 187 Select by Folder
My Colors p. 185 Select All Images
Sound Recorder p. 190 Clear All Selections
Rotate p. 174 Print Settings
Transfer Order p. 203
Transition p. 175
Basic Operations
51
Set up Menu
Menu Item Options Summary/Reference Page
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. The volume
cannot be adjusted if [Mute] is set
to [On].
Start-up Vol. Adjusts the volume of the start-up
sound when the camera is turned
on.
Operation
Vol.
Adjusts the volume of the
operation sound that beeps
when any button other than the
shutter button is pressed.
Selftimer Vol. Adjusts the volume of the self-
timer sound played 2 sec. before
the shutter is released.
Shutter
Volume
Adjusts the volume of the sound
played when the shutter
releases. The shutter sound does
not play when a movie is
recording.
Playback Vol. Adjusts the volume of movie
sounds, sound memos or sound
recorder.
Audio p. 108
Mic level Auto*/Manual Sets method of adjustment for
the sound recording level.
Level –40 to 0 dB Sets the sound recording level.
Wind Filter On/Off* Reduces wind noise.
LCD Brightness –7 to 0* to +7 Use the or button to adjust
the brightness.
You can check the brightness in
the LCD monitor while you are
adjusting the setting.
* Default setting
Basic Operations
52
Power Saving p. 45
Auto Power
Down
On*/Off Sets whether or not the camera
automatically powers down after
a set period of time elapses
without the camera being
operated.
Display Off 10 sec./20 sec./30
sec./1 min.*/ 2 min./
3min.
Sets the length of time before the
LCD monitor turns off when no
camera operation is performed.
Time Zone Home*/World p. 65
Date/Time p. 14
Clock Display 0–5*–10 sec./20 sec./
30 sec./1 min./2 min./
3 min.
p. 56
Format Format You can also select a low
level format (p. 69).
File Numbering Continuous*/
Auto Reset
p. 158
Create Folder p. 156
Create New
Folder
Check mark (On)/
No check mark (Off)
Creates a folder during the next
shooting session.
Auto Create Off*/Daily/Monday-
Sunday/Monthly
You can also set an auto creation
time.
Auto Rotate On*/Off p. 155
Distance Units m/cm*/ ft/in Sets the units for the MF indicator
distance unit (p. 124).
Lens Retract 1 minute*/0 seconds Sets the lens retraction timing
when switching from shooting
mode to playback mode.
Language p. 15
Video System NTSC/PAL p. 205
Print Method Auto*/ See below*
1
.
Reset All p. 68
Basic Operations
53
*1 The connection method with the printer can be changed. Although it is normally not
necessary to change the setting, select when borderless printing an image shot
in (Widescreen) mode on wide size paper using Canon compact photo printer
SELPHY CP750/CP740/CP730/CP720/CP710/CP510. As this setting will be stored
to memory even when the power is turned off, to print using an image size other
than, return the mode to [Auto] (however, the connection method cannot be
changed while connected to a printer).
My Camera Menu
Menu Item Summary
Reference
Page
Theme Selects a common theme for each My
Camera settings item.
p. 207
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.
Operation Sound Sets the sound played when any
button other than the shutter button is
pressed.
Selftimer Sound Sets the sound played 2 seconds
before the shutter releases in self-timer
mode.
Shutter Sound Sets the sound played when the
shutter button is pressed. (There is no
shutter sound for movies.)
My Camera Menu
Contents
(Off) / */ /
* Default setting
Basic Operations
54
Switching between Shooting Mode and
Playback Mode
Press the shutter
button halfway.
Power Button
Button
Power Button
Press the shutter button
halfway.
Button
Playback mode
(lens retracted)
Power off
Shooting mode
Playback mode
(lens extended)
Power Button
If lens retracts,
camera
behaves as
shown in
upper right.
* You can change the lens retraction timing in [Lens Retract] in the menu (p. 52).
Basic Operations
55
Using the LCD Monitor
1
Press the button.
• The display mode changes as follows with each press.
• The shooting information displays for approximately 6 sec.
when a setting is changed, regardless of the selected display
mode.
z The LCD monitor on or off setting is retained even after the
camera power is turned off.
z The LCD monitor does not shut off in the ( , , ),
or mode.
z The LCD monitor will not switch to the detailed display or
focus check display in magnified display (p. 160), or index
playback mode (p. 161).
Playback Mode ( )
No Information
Standard Display
Detailed Display
Focus Check
(Still image only)
Shooting Mode ( )
LCD Monitor 1*
1
(No Information)
LCD Monitor 2*
1
*
2
(Information View)
Off
*1 Displayed information can be changed (p. 57).
*2 Shooting information, grid lines, and a histogram ( , ,
or only) are displayed with the default settings.
Basic Operations
56
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 DISPLAY 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 DISPLAY button
for more than one second*.
• To restore the previous brightness setting, press the DISPLAY
button for more than one second again.
• The next time you turn on the camera, the LCD monitor will be at
the brightness setting selected in the Set up menu.
* You cannot change the brightness of the LCD monitor with this function if you have
already set it to its highest setting in the Set up menu.
Using the Clock
You can display the current date and time
for a 5-second* interval using the following
two methods.
* Default setting.
a Hold the FUNC./SET button down while
turning on the power.
b In a shooting/playback mode, hold the FUNC./SET button down
for more than one second.
• If you hold the camera horizontally, it displays the time. If you hold it
vertically, the time and date display.
• You can change the display color by pressing the or button.
• The clock display will cease when the display interval is over or
when a button is operated.
• The clock’s display interval can be changed in the menu (p. 52).
• The clock cannot be displayed in the index playback (p. 161).
LCD Monitor Brightness
Basic Operations
57
See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 270).
*1 Only [Shooting Info] can be displayed.
*2 [3:2 Guide] cannot be displayed.
You can set the information displayed on the LCD monitor.
Each press of the DISPLAY button changes the screen as follows
(default setting):
•
• : No Information
• : Displays shooting information, grid lines and a histogram
• : Off
Night Display
When shooting in dark conditions, the camera automatically
brightens the LCD monitor to suit the brightness of the subject*,
making it easier to frame the subject.
* Although noise may appear and the movement of the subject shown on the LCD
monitor may appear somewhat jagged, there is no effect on the recorded image.
The brightness of the image displayed in the monitor, and the brightness of the
actual image recorded will be different.
Customizing Display Information
Shooting Mode
LCD/Viewfinder
(//)
It is possible to set one of three display modes on the
LCD monitor (Display 1/Display 2/Display Off). The 3
display modes can be switched by pressing the
DISPLAY button (p. 55).
Shooting Info Displays shooting information (p. 59).
Grid Lines Displays grid lines to divide the screen into 9 parts.
Helps confirm the vertical and horizontal positioning of
the subject (p. 59)
3:2 Guide Helps confirm the print area for a 3:2 print*. Areas
outside the printable area are grayed out (p. 59).
* Images are still recorded at the standard aspect ratio of 4:3.
Histogram Shooting Mode: , , and only
Displays histogram (p. 59).
*
1
*
2
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58
1
Select [Custom Display].
1. Press the button.
2. Use the or button to select
[Custom Display] in the menu.
3. Press the button.
2
Select [LCD/Viewfinder].
1. Use the , , or button to
select , or .
• Sets LCD monitor display mode after
the DISPLAY button is pressed.
• If you do not wish to change the
display mode, use the , , or
button and press the FUNC./SET
button to display ( / / ).
• You cannot add to the current active LCD/Viewfinder icon.
3
Make settings.
1. Use the , , or button to
select the items you wish to display
on the LCD monitor.
2. Press the button to place a
3 mark.
3. Press the button.
• Even though items that are grayed out
can be set, they will not display in the current shooting mode.
If you press the shutter button halfway and return to the
shooting screen from the custom display settings screen, the
settings will not be saved.
Display 1
Display Off
Display 2
Items with 3 are displayed.
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59
Shooting Information (Shooting Mode)
Information Displayed on the LCD Monitor
a
White Balance p. 137
My Colors
p. 140
Bracket pp. 131,
127
Flash Exposure
Compensation/Flash Output
pp. 149,
150
Metering Mode p. 136
ND Filter p. 132
Compression (Still image) p. 78
Shooting Interval (Movie) ( selected) p. 107
Recording Pixels (Still image) pp. 78,
80
Recording Pixels (Movies) p. 102
Camera Shake (Red) p. 61
b
Time Zone p. 65
Zoom/Digital Tele-Converter p. 71
Macro p. 75
ISO Speed*
1
(
…
, )
p. 84
Flash p. 74
Grid Lines
Histogram (p. 64)
3:2 Guide
Spot AE Point Frame/
Face Frame/
AF Frame
c
d
b
a
bar/ bar
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60
*1 Displays when the shutter button is pressed halfway. During flash photography,
however, the camera automatically readjusts the ISO speed, shutter speed or
aperture setting to an optimal setting, which may cause the playback information to
differ from the displayed information.
*2 Displays during movie or sound recording.
b
Drive Mode pp. 111,
76
Auto Rotate p. 155
Shooting Mode
p. 88
Low Battery (Red) p. 229
Movie Recording [z Rec.] (Red) pp. 20,
102
c
MF Indicator p. 125
Image Stabilizer p. 82
Standard Exposure Index/Exposure Level Mark p. 99
Wind Filter
*
2
pp. 108,
190
Mic Level (Manual)
*
2
Create Folder p. 156
Stills: Recordable Shots
Movies: Remaining Time/Elapsed Time
pp. 259,
260
d
Exposure Shift Bar p. 105
AE Lock/FE Lock pp. 128,
130
Shutter Speed
*
1
15 – 1/2500 pp. 94,
98
Aperture Value
*
1
f/2.8 – f/11 pp. 96,
98
Exposure Compensation
…
p. 135
AF Lock / p. 123
Manual Focus p. 124
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61
Playback Information (Playback Mode)
Standard
If the indicator blinks orange and the camera shake warning
icon ( ) displays, this indicates that a slow shutter speed may
have been selected due to insufficient illumination. Use the
following methods to shoot:
- Set the IS mode to any setting other than [Off] (p. 82)
- Raise the ISO speed (p. 84)
- Set the Auto ISO Shift to [On] (p. 133)
- Select a setting other than (flash off) (p. 74)
- Attach the camera to a tripod or other device
a
Defined Playback
p. 165
b
Remaining battery charge will
display.
(Red)
p. 229
Displayed image number/Total number of images –
Folder Number-File Number pp. 156,
158
c
Compression (Still Images) p. 78
Recording Pixels
(Still Images)
+
p. 78
Movie –
Red-Eye Correction Function/
Image with a My Colors effect/
Resized image
pp. 180,
185,
187
WAVE Format Sound p. 189
Protection Status p. 192
Shooting Date/Time –
b
c
a
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Detailed
a
Auto Category/My Category
p. 167
b
Shooting Mode
p. 88
Metering Mode p. 136
ISO Speed
•••
p. 84
c
Shutter Speed 15–1/2500 pp. 94,
98
Time Lapse (movie) p. 107
Recording Pixels/Frame Rate
(Movies)
p. 106
Aperture Value f/2.8–f/11 pp. 96,
98
d
Exposure Compensation
…
p. 135
Flash Exposure
Compensation
…
p. 150
Flash Output p. 151
e
White Balance
p. 137
ND Filter p. 132
My Colors/Color Accent/
Color Swap
pp. 140,
143
My Colors (Playback)
p. 185
Red-Eye Reduction Function p. 113
Histogram (p. 64)
b
c
d
f
e
g
a
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63
*1 When using Auto Exposure Bracketing (AEB) combined with exposure
compensation, the compensation values displayed range from –4 to +4.
*2 When using an externally mounted flash, the compensation values displayed range
from –3 to +3.
Focus Check Display
The following information may also be displayed with some images.
e
AF Lock/Manual Focus pp. 123,
124
Macro p. 75
f
File size
p. 261
g
Compression (Still Images) p. 260
Movies: Movie Length p. 260
a
Displayed image number/Total number of images
–
b
Compression (Still Images) p. 78
Recording Pixels
(Still Images)
+
p. 78
A sound file in a format other than the WAVE format is attached or
the file format is not recognized.
JPEG image not conforming to Design rule for Camera File
System Standards (p. 254).
Unrecognized data type
a
b
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64
z Information for images shot on other cameras may not
display correctly.
z Overexposure Warning
In the following cases, overexposed portions of the image
blink.
- When reviewing an image right after shooting in the LCD
monitor (information view)
- When using the detailed display mode of the playback
mode
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. The greater the bias toward the right, the brighter the
image. If the image is too dark, adjust the exposure compensation to
a positive value. Similarly, adjust the exposure compensation to a
negative value if the image is too bright (p. 135).
Sample Histograms
Balanced Image Dark Image Bright Image
Basic Operations
65
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.
Setting the Home/World Time Zones
Setting the World Clock
1
Select [Time Zone].
1. Press the button.
2. Use the or button to select the
menu.
3. Use the or button to select
[Time Zone].
4. Press the button.
2
Select (Home).
1. Use the or button to select
.
2. Press the button.
• When using for the first time, confirm
that the screen to the right appears,
then press the FUNC./SET button.
3
Select a home time zone.
1. Use the or button to select a
home time zone.
2. Press the button.
• To set the daylight saving option, use
the or button to display.
The time will advance by 1 hour.
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4
Select (World).
1. Use the or button to select
.
2. Press the button.
5
Select a destination time
zone.
1. Use the or button to select a
destination time zone.
2. Press the button.
• As in Step 3, you can set daylight
saving time.
6
Select (Home).
1. Use the button to select [Home/
World].
2. Use the or button to select .
3. Press the button.
Time difference
from home time zone
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Switching to the Destination Time Zone
1
Select [Time Zone].
1. Press the button.
2. Use the or button to select the
menu.
3. Use the or button to select
[Time Zone].
4. Press the button.
2
Select (World).
1. Use the or button to select .
2. Press the button.
• To change the destination time zone,
press the FUNC./SET button.
• When you switch to the destination
time zone, will display on the LCD monitor.
If you do not select a home time zone beforehand, you cannot
configure the destination time.
If you change the date and time when the destination time zone
is selected, the home time zone date and time will also change
automatically.
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68
Resetting Settings to Their Default
Values
1
Select [Reset All].
1. Press the button.
2. Use the or button to select the
menu.
3. Use the or button to select
[Reset All].
4. Press the button.
2
Make settings.
1. Use the or button to select
[OK].
2. Press the button.
z When returning the / registration contents to the
default setting, turn the mode dial to or to operate.
z Settings cannot be reset when the camera is connected to a
computer or to a printer.
z The following cannot be reset.
- Shooting mode
- The [Time Zone], [Date/Time], [Language] and [Video
System] options in the menu (p. 52)
- ISO speed (p. 84)
- White balance data recorded with the custom white
balance function (p. 139)
- Colors specified in the [Color Accent] (p. 144) or [Color
Swap] (p. 145) modes
- Newly registered My Camera settings (p. 208)
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69
You should always format a new memory card or one from which you
wish to erase all images and other data.
Formatting Memory Cards
Please note that formatting (initializing) a memory card erases
all data, including protected images and other file types.
1
Select [Format].
1. Press the button.
2. Use the or button to select the
menu.
3. Use the or button to select
[Format].
4. Press the button.
2
Make settings.
1. Use the or button to select
[OK].
2. Press the button.
• To perform a low level format, use the
button to select [Low Level
Format] and the or button to
add a check mark.
• You can stop formatting a card when
[Low Level Format] is selected by
pressing the FUNC./SET button. You can still use a card without
problem when formatting is halted, but its data will be erased.
Low Level Format
We recommend you select [Low Level Format] when you think
that the recording/reading speed of a memory card has
dropped. A low level format may require 2 to 3 minutes with
some memory cards.
Displays when sound data
recorded with the sound
recorder is present, exercise
caution before formatting
memory card. (p. 190).
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Commonly Used Shooting Functions
See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 270).
The zoom can be adjusted from 35 – 210 mm (focal length) in 35mm
film equivalent terms. The zoom bar appears when you press the zoom
lever.
Using the Optical Zoom
Shooting Mode
1
Press the zoom lever
toward or .
• Wide Angle: Zooms out from
the subject.
• Telephoto: Zooms in on the
subject.
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71
See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 270).
* : Cannot be set in , and modes.
* : [Digital Tele-converter] cannot be set.
You can combine digital zoom with optical zoom when shooting.
The available shooting characteristics and focal lengths (35mm film
equivalent) are as follows.
Shooting With the Digital Zoom
Using the Digital Zoom/Digital Tele-
Converter
Shooting Mode
Selection Focal Length Shooting Characteristics
Standard 35 – 840 mm
Enables shooting at zoom factors of up to 24x
with digital and optical zoom combined. The
movie can only be set in the standard mode.
Off 35 – 210 mm Enables shooting without digital zoom.
1.5x 52.5 – 315 mm Digital zoom is fixed at the selected zoom
factor, and the focal length shifts to maximum
telephoto.
This enables a faster shutter speed and less
chance of camera shake than a shot taken at
the same angle of view with [Standard] or
[Off].
2.0x 70 – 420 mm
z The digital zoom cannot be used when the LCD monitor is
turned off.
z The digital zoom cannot be used in (Widescreen) or
mode.
1
Select [Digital Zoom].
1. Press the button.
2. Use the or button to select
[Digital Zoom] in the menu.
**
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2
Make settings.
1. Use the or button to select
[Standard].
2. Press the button.
3
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).
• Press the zoom lever toward to zoom out.
Optical zoom (White)
Digital zoom (Blue)
Combined optical and
digital zoom
Approximately
2 seconds later
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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 for telephoto shooting).
About the 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 (not
available in ).
Zoom Bar Colors
• White: optical zoom (zone without deterioration)
• Yellow: digital zoom (zone without deterioration)
•
Blue: digital zoom (zone with deterioration)
1
Select [Digital Zoom].
1. Press the button.
2. Use the or button to select
[Digital Zoom] in the menu.
Safty Zoom Magnification
Recording Pixel Optical Zoom Digital Zoom
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74
See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 270).
* Cannot be set in , or mode.
2
Make settings.
1. Use the or button to select
[1.5x] or [2.0x].
2. Press the button.
3
Adjust the angle of view
with the zoom lever and
shoot.
• appears on the LCD monitor.
• Depending on the number of
recording pixels set, image quality
may deteriorate ( and the zoom
factor appear in blue).
Using the Flash
Shooting Mode
1
Press the button.
1. Use the or button to select the
flash settings.
: [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.
Digital Tele-Converter
*
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75
See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 270).
* Cannot be set in , , or mode.
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 this
subject is as follows:
Maximum wide angle setting: 28 × 20 mm (1.1 × 0.79 in.)
Minimum shooting distance: 1 cm (0.39 in.)
To Cancel the Macro Mode:
Press the button and use the or button to display
(Normal).
Shooting Close-ups (Macro)
Shooting Mode
1
Press the button.
1. Use the or button to select .
• The zoom bar will display while you
adjust the zoom. In macro mode the
bar will appear yellow when the zoom
range prohibits focusing. The icon
will gray out and the focusing range
becomes that of normal shooting
mode.
z Use the LCD monitor to compose close-ups in macro mode
since images composed with the viewfinder may be off-
center.
z Using the flash in macro mode may cause image edges to
darken.
*
Zoom Bar
Yellow bar
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See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 270).
*1 Cannot be set to in , or mode.
*2 Cannot be set to .
You can set the time delay and the numbers of shots you wish to take
in advance.
* May differ depending on My Camera settings.
Using the Self-Timer
Shooting Mode
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.
2 sec. Self-Timer: The shutter releases 2 seconds after the shutter
button is pressed.
• The self-timer sound beeps* quickly when the shutter button is
pressed and the shutter will release 2 seconds later.
Custom Timer: You can change the delay time (0 – 10, 15, 20, 30
sec.) and number of shots (1 – 10).
• When a delay time of over 2 seconds is set for the [Delay] option,
the self-timer sound beeps* quickly 2 seconds before the shutter
releases. If multiple shots have been specified for the [Shots]
option, the sound will play for the first shot only.
*
2
*
2
*
1
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To Cancel the Self-Timer:
Select .
Changing the Delay Time and Number of Shots ( )
1
Press the button.
1. Use the or button to change
the self-timer settings.
2
Shoot.
• When the shutter button is pressed fully, the self-timer lamp will
blink (when setting the red-eye reduction function, the self-timer
lamp will blink and then stay lit for the last 2 seconds).
1
Select [Self-timer].
1. Press the button.
2. Use the or button to select
[Self-timer] in the menu.
3. Press the button.
2
Make settings.
1. Use the or button to select
[Delay] or [Shots] and the or
button to change the setting.
2. Press the button.
3. Press the button.
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78
See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 270).
If the [Shots] option is set to 2 or more shots, the following
occurs.
- The exposure and white balance are locked at the settings
selected for the first shot.
- If the flash is used, the interval between shots lengthens.
- The interval between shots may lengthen when the built-in
memory of the camera fills.
- Shooting will automatically cease if the memory card
becomes full.
Changing the Recording Pixels and
Compression (Still Images)
Shooting Mode
1
Select the recording pixels.
1. Press the button.
2. Use the or button to select
and the or to change the
recording pixels.
3. Press the button.
2
Select the compression.
1. Press the button.
2. Use the or button to select
and the or to change the
compression.
3. Press the button.
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Approximate Values for Recording Pixels
: Approximate number of recording pixels. (M is short for megapixels.)
* Paper sizes vary according to region.
Approximate Values for Compression Settings
Recording Pixels Purpose*
Large
12M
4000 × 3000
High
Low
Printing to about A2 size (Approx.
420 × 594 mm (16.5 × 23.4 in.))
Medium 1 8M
3264 × 2448
Printing to about A3 size (Approx.
297 × 420 mm (11.7 × 16.5 in.))
Medium 2 5M
2592 × 1944
Printing to about A4 size (Approx.
210 × 297 mm (8.3 × 11.7 in.))
Printing to about Letter size prints
216 × 279 mm (8.5 × 11 in.)
Medium 3 2M
1600 × 1200
Printing postcard-size prints 148
× 100 mm (6 × 4 in.)
Printing L-size prints 119 × 89
mm (4.7 × 3.5 in.)
Small 0.3M
640 × 480
Sending images as e-mail
attachments or shooting more
images
Widescreen
4000 × 2248
Printing wide size prints (Images are
recorded with 16:9 aspect ratios. Areas
not recorded will display as black bars
on the LCD monitor.)
RAW 4000 × 3000 p. 80
Compression Purpose
Superfine
High Quality
Normal
Shoot higher quality images
Fine Shoot normal quality images
Normal Shoot more images
z
See Memory Cards and Estimated Capacities (p. 259).
z See Image Data Sizes (Estimated) (p. 261).
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See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 270).
This camera records images as either JPEG images or RAW images.
JPEG image ( / / / / / )
When pictures are taken as JPEG images, the images are processed
inside the camera for optimum image quality, and also compressed to
allow a larger number of images to be stored on the memory card.
However, the compression process is irreversible, meaning that the
original image data cannot be recovered once it has been compressed.
See Changing the Recording Pixels and Compression (Still Images)
(p. 78).
RAW image ( )
RAW data is the data output by the imaging element and converted to
digital data which is recorded as is.
This results in images with almost no deterioration in image quality and
a higher quality than JPEG images. To view RAW images on a
computer, you need to use the supplied software (ZoomBrowser EX/
ImageBrowser), which also lets you broadly adjust images without
deterioration in image quality. Using the software’s image processing
functions, you can take the adjusted image data and convert it a JPEG,
TIFF or other type of image in line with your intended use.
You cannot use direct print or make print (DPOF) settings with images
taken with , however.
Changing the Image Type
Shooting Mode
When downloading RAW images and simultaneously recorded
JPEG images on Windows XP, be sure to use the supplied
software.
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81
1
Select .
1. Press the button.
2. Use the or button to select
and the or to select .
3. Press the button.
Simultaneously Recording RAW and JPEG
Images
1
Select [Record + ].
1. Press the button.
2. Use the or button to select
[Record + ] in the menu.
On
Two images, a RAW image and a JPEG image
( (Large, Fine)), will be recorded with each shot.
Since a image is also recorded, you can print the
image, or view it on a computer, without using the
supplied software. Both images are saved with the
same file number to the same folder, and can be
distinguished by their file extension. images end
with “.CR2”, while images end with “.JPG”.
Off Only RAW images are recorded.
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82
See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 270).
* Can only be set to [Continuous].
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.
2
Make settings.
1. Use the or button to select
[On] or [Off].
2. Press the button.
Setting the Image Stabilizer Function
Shooting Mode
Continuous
You can check the effect of the IS mode on image blur on the
LCD monitor since the IS mode runs continually. This makes
it easier to compose images and focus on subjects.
Shoot Only
Shoot Only IS mode is only activated when the shutter button
is pressed. When set to [Continuous], some blurring may
occur depending on the subjects. In Shoot Only mode,
subjects can be taken without concern for any unnatural
movement that may appear on the LCD monitor.
Panning
This option only stabilizes the effect of up and down camera
motions on the image. This option is recommended for
shooting objects moving horizontally.
*
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83
The Icons on the LCD Monitor
1
Select [IS Mode].
1. Press the button.
2. Use the or button to select [IS
Mode] in the menu.
2
Make settings.
1. Use the or button to select
[Continuous], [Shoot Only] or
[Panning].
2. Press the button.
[Continuous] [Shoot Only] [Panning]
[Converter] setting
in Rec. menu
Reference
Page
None –
WC-DC58B
p. 241
TC-DC58C
z Camera shake may not be fully corrected when shooting
with slow shutter speeds, such as with evening shots. Use of
a tripod is recommended.
z If camera shake is too strong, it may not be fully corrected.
z Hold the camera horizontally while [Panning] (stabilization
does not work when the camera is held vertically).
z If you shoot a movie after setting [IS Mode] to [Shooting] or
[Panning] , the setting will change to [Continuous].
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84
See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 270).
* Only available in .
Raise the ISO speed when you wish to reduce the effects of shaking
hands and shoot with the flash off in a dark area or when you wish to
reduce the effects of a moving subject and raise the shutter speed.
{: Available
*1 The ISO speed is set to Auto.
*2 The ISO speed is set to 80.
*3 ISO 3200 setting method (p. 88)
Adjusting the ISO Speed
Shooting Mode
Shooting
mode
ISO speed
AUTO
{
–
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–*
2
HI
{
–
{
–*
1
–*
1
–*
2
ISO 80
–*
1
–
{{{{
ISO 100
–*
1
–
{{{{
ISO 200
–*
1
–
{{{{
ISO 400
–*
1
–
{{{{
ISO 800
–*
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–
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ISO 1600
–*
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–
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–
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85
1
Select an ISO speed using the ISO speed dial.
• When selecting a settable ISO speed, the ISO speed lamp will
blink orange.
• Selecting ISO AUTO sets the optimal ISO speed according to
the light level when shooting. Since the ISO speed setting will
automatically be raised in dark places, the camera will select a
faster shutter speed and reduce the chances of camera shake.
• Selecting ISO HI (High ISO Auto)* sets a higher sensitivity than
for ISO AUTO. As the shutter speed becomes even faster,
camera shake and blurred photos caused by subject movement
will be reduced even more than when shooting the same scene
in ISO AUTO.
* Noise may increase in the captured image compared to ISO AUTO.
z When (excluding ), or , the ISO speed
cannot be select ISO Auto.
z When the camera is set to ISO AUTO or ISO HI and you
press the shutter button halfway, the camera will set and
display the ISO speed. This ISO speed will also appear in the
playback information.
z The camera automatically applies noise reduction
processing when you shoot at a high ISO speed.
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86
See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 270).
Allows you to check the focus of an image taken.
Face Detect displays a frame adjusted to the size of a face in an
image, allowing you to easily check facial expressions or whether a
subject’s eyes are closed. It is recommended to set [Review] to [Hold]
in the menu.
Checking the Focus and Peoples’
Expressions (Focus Check)
Shooting Mode
1
Select [Review Info].
1. Press the button.
2. Use the or button to select
[Review Info] in the menu.
2
Make settings.
1. Use the or button to select
[Focus Check].
2. Press the button.
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87
To Cancel Checking the Focus:
Press the shutter button halfway.
3
Shoot.
• The recorded image displays.
• The frame displays as follows.
• The orange frame can be shown at a different magnification,
moved or switched to a different frame (p. 163).
z You can delete an image by pressing the button while the
image is displayed (p. 23).
z You can also check the focus in playback mode (p. 162).
Orange frame contents
Frame color Summary
Orange Displays the area of the image shown at the bottom
right.
White Displays at the focal point (AF frame).
Shooting Using the Mode Dial
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Auto
: The camera automatically selects settings (p. 16).
Image Zone
When a shooting mode appropriate for the shooting conditions is
selected, the camera automatically adjusts settings for optimal
shooting.
: Special Scene (p. 89)
: Portrait : Landscape
: Night Scene : Sports
: Night Snapshot : Kids&Pets
: Indoor : Foliage
: Snow : Beach
: Fireworks : Aquarium
: Underwater : ISO 3200
: Color Accent : Color Swap
: Stitch Assist (p. 100)
: Movie (pp. 20, 102)
Creative Zone
You can freely select camera settings such as the exposure and
aperture value to suit your shooting purposes.
: Program AE (p. 93)
: Setting the Shutter Speed (p. 94)
: Setting the Aperture (p. 96)
: Manually Setting the Shutter Speed and Aperture (p. 98)
, : Saving Custom Settings (p. 109)
Mode Dial
Creative Zone
Image Zone
Auto
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See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 270).
When a shooting mode appropriate for the shooting conditions is
selected, the camera automatically adjusts settings for optimal
shooting.
(Special Scene)
You can shoot with the most appropriate settings for the scene.
Shooting Modes for Specific Scenes
Shooting Mode
1
Set the mode dial to .
2
Select a shooting mode.
1. Use the control dial to select a
shooting mode.
Portrait
Produces a soft effect when photographing people.
Landscape
Optimized for shooting landscape scenes which
contain both near and far subjects.
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Night Scene
Allows you to capture people against the backdrop
of an evening sky or night scene. The flash is
directed at the person and the shutter speed is slow,
so both the person and the background can be
beautifully shot.
Sports
Shoots continuous images with autofocus. Well
suited for shooting moving subjects.
Night Snapshot
Allows you to take snapshots of people against
twilight or night backgrounds by reducing the effects
of camera shake even without using a tripod.
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.
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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.
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-DC21 (sold separately). This mode uses
an optimal white balance setting to reduce bluish
tones and record images with a natural hue.
ISO 3200
Shoots with the ISO speed set to 3200, twice as fast
as ISO 1600. Use when high speed is required.
Avoids blurring of the subject and the effects of
camera shake.
Recording pixels are fixed at (1600 × 1200).
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Color Accent
Use this option to have only the color specified in
the LCD monitor remain and to transform all others
to black and white (p. 144).
Color Swap
Use this option to transform a color specified in the
LCD monitor into another (p. 145).
z The shutter speed is slow in or mode. Always use a
tripod to avoid camera shake.
z In , , , , , , , or mode, the ISO
speed may increase and cause noise in the image
depending on the scene being shot.
To shoot underwater, install the camera in Waterproof Case
WP-DC21 (sold separately). We recommend you use it for rain,
shooting at ski resorts or beaches.
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See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 270).
The camera automatically sets set the shutter speed and aperture
value to match the brightness of the scene. You can set the ISO
speed, exposure compensation and white balance.
Program AE
Shooting Mode
1
Set the mode dial to .
2
Shoot.
z When a correct exposure cannot be obtained, the shutter
speed and aperture values are shown in red on the LCD
monitor when the button is pressed halfway. Use the
following shooting methods to obtain the correct exposure
and make them show in white.
- Use the flash (p. 74).
- Adjust the ISO Speed (p. 84).
- Change the metering method (p. 136).
- Set the ND filter on (p. 132).
z You can change the combinations of shutter speeds and
aperture values without altering the exposure (p. 129).
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See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 270).
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.
Setting the Shutter Speed
Shooting Mode
1
Set the mode dial to .
2
Set the shutter speed.
1. Use the control dial to change the
shutter speed.
• When using the control dial, the
bar will be displayed and the shutter
speed can be changed.
3
Shoot.
• If you press the shutter button halfway and the aperture value is
shown in red, the image is underexposed (insufficient light) or
overexposed (too much light). Use the control dial to adjust the
shutter speed until the aperture value shows in white.
bar
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The nature of CCDs is such that noise in the recorded image
increases at slow shutter speeds. This camera, however,
applies special processing to images shot at shutter speeds
slower than 1.3 seconds to eliminate the noise, thereby
producing high-quality images (Nevertheless, a certain amount
of processing time may be required before the next image can
be shot).
z The aperture value and shutter speed change according to
the zoom state as follows.
z The fastest shutter speed for built-in flash synchronization is
1/500 second. The camera automatically resets the shutter
speed to 1/500 second or slower, if a faster speed is
selected.
Shutter Speed Display
z The numbers in the table below indicate the shutter speed in
seconds. 1/160 indicates 1/160 second. Also, quote marks
indicate the decimal place, so that 0"3 indicates 0.3 second
and 2" indicates 2 seconds.
z You can change the combinations of shutter speeds and
aperture values without altering the exposure (p. 129).
* Depending on the shooting conditions, the aperture value can increase to
f/11 in .
Aperture Value
Shutter Speed (seconds)
Maximum Wide Angle
f/2.8 15 to 1/1600
f/3.2 – 3.5 15 to 1/2000
f/4.0 – 8.0* 15 to 1/2500
Maximum Telephoto
f/4.8 15 to 1/1600
f/5.6 – 6.3 15 to 1/2000
f/7.1 – 8.0* 15 to 1/2500
15" 13" 10" 8" 6" 5" 4" 3"2 2"5 2" 1"6 1"3 1" 0"8 0"6 0"5 0"4
0"3 1/4 1/5 1/6 1/8 1/10 1/13 1/15 1/20 1/25
1/30 1/40 1/50 1/60 1/80 1/100 1/125 1/160 1/200 1/250
1/320 1/400 1/500 1/640 1/800 1/1000 1/1250 1/1600 1/2000
1/2500
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See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 270).
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.
A higher aperture value (closing the aperture) brings the entire range
from foreground to background into focus. The larger the aperture
value, the greater the range of the image brought into clear focus.
About Safety Shift
If you set [Safety Shift] to [On] (p. 49) in the menu and press the
shutter button halfway, the camera automatically changes the shutter
speed or aperture value to obtain the correct exposure if necessary.
The safety shift function does not work when the flash is on.
Setting the Aperture
Shooting Mode
1
Set the mode dial to .
2
Set the aperture value.
1. Use the control dial to change the
aperture value.
• When using the control dial, the
bar will be displayed and the aperture
value can be changed.
bar
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3
Shoot.
• If you press the shutter button halfway and the shutter speed is
shown in red, the image is underexposed (insufficient light) or
overexposed (too much light). Use the control dial to adjust the
aperture value until the shutter speed shows in white.
Some aperture values cannot be selected depending on the
zoom position (p. 95).
z In this mode, the shutter speed range with synchronized
flash is 1/60 second to 1/500 second. The aperture value
setting may therefore be changed automatically to match the
synchronized flash speed even if its value was set
previously.
Aperture Value Display
z The larger the aperture value, the smaller the lens aperture.
z You can change the combinations of shutter speeds and
aperture values without altering the exposure (p. 129).
About Safety Shift
If you set [Safety Shift] to [On] (p. 49) in the menu and press the
shutter button halfway, the camera automatically changes the shutter
speed or aperture value to obtain the correct exposure if necessary.
The safety shift function does not work when the flash is on.
F2.8 F3.2 F3.5 F4.0 F4.5 F4.8 F5.0 F5.6 F6.3 F7.1 F8.0
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See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 270).
You can manually set the shutter speed and aperture to shoot images.
Manually Setting the Shutter Speed and Aperture
Shooting Mode
1
Set the mode dial to .
2
Set the shutter speed and aperture value.
1. Press the button to select the shutter speed or aperture
value.
2. Use the control dial to change the shutter speed or aperture
value.
• When using the control dial, the bar or bar will be
displayed and the aperture value can be changed.
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3
Shoot.
• The exposure level indicator
appears, and you can check the
difference between the selected
exposure and the correct exposure*.
If the difference is more than ±2
stops, the selected exposure
appears in red on the LCD monitor.
• When you press the shutter button
halfway, the difference between the
correct exposure* and the selected exposure appears on the
LCD monitor. If the difference is more than 2 stops, “–2” or “+2”
appears on the LCD monitor in red.
* The standard exposure is calculated by measuring the brightness according
to the selected metering method.
• When you press the button, the shutter speed or aperture
value will automatically shift to obtain the correct exposure
(except when the icon is selected). When the shutter speed
is selected, the aperture value will change. When the aperture is
selected, the shutter speed will change.
z If the zoom is adjusted after these values are set, the
aperture value or the shutter speed may change in
accordance with the zoom position (p. 95).
z The brightness of the LCD monitor matches the selected
shutter speed and aperture value. When you select a fast
shutter speed or shoot a subject in a dark place, set it to
(Flash on) or attach an externally mounted flash, the image
will always be bright.
Correct Exposure
Exposure Level Indicator
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See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 270).
Stitch Assist can be used to shoot overlapping images that can later be
merged (stitched) to create one panoramic image on a computer.
Shooting Panoramic Images (Stitch Assist)
Shooting Mode
1
Set the mode dial to .
The overlapping seams of several
adjacent images can be joined
into a single panoramic image.
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2
Select the shooting
direction.
1. Use the control dial to select a
shooting sequence.
You can select from the following five
shooting directions.
• Left to right horizontally
• Right to left horizontally
• Bottom to top vertically
• Top to bottom vertically
• Clockwise starting at the top left shooting 4 images.
3
Shoot the first frame of the
sequence.
• The exposure and white balance are
set and locked with the first image.
4
Compose the second image so that it overlaps
a portion of the first and shoot.
• You can press the , , or 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.
5
Repeat the procedure for additional images.
• A sequence may contain up to 26 images.
6
Press the button after the last shot.
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See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 270).
The following movie modes are available.
The recording time will differ according to the memory card used
(p. 260).
z You cannot display the images on a TV when shooting in
Stitch Assist mode.
z The settings for the first image are applied to the second
image onward.
z Use PhotoStitch, a supplied software program, to merge the
images on a computer.
z When the button is pressed, you can switch between the
items which you can set.
- Exposure compensation/Shooting direction selection
Movie Shooting
Shooting Mode
Standard
You can select the recording pixels and record until the memory card
is full*
1
.
The digital zoom can be used while shooting in this mode (p. 71).
• Maximum Size: 4 GB/movie*
2
High Resolution
Use this to display images at large sizes on computer monitors.
• Maximum Size: 4 GB/movie*
2
Compact
Since there are few recording pixels and also the data size is small,
this mode is convenient for sending movies as e-mail attachments or
when the memory card capacity is low.
• Maximum Clip Length: 3 minutes
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*1 When a super high-speed memory card is used, such as the recommended SDC-
512MSH.
*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 memory card capacity and data write speed,
recording may stop before the file size reaches 4 GB or the recording time reaches 1
hour.
Color Accent, Color Swap
You can have only the specified color remain and change all others
into black and white, or change a specified color into a different color.
(pp. 144, 145).
As with the Standard mode, you can select the recording pixels and
frame rate and record until the memory card is full*
1
.
• Maximum Size: 4 GB/movie *
2
Time Lapse
Select a shooting interval (1 or 2 sec.) to have a single frame shot at
that interval. When played back, two hours worth of recorded frames
is compressed to 8 minutes (1-sec. interval) or 4 minutes (2-sec.
interval). You can record events from a fixed perspective, such as the
spectacle of a flower budding over time, or view changing elements in
a short period. Sound cannot be recorded in this mode.
• Maximum recording session: 2 hours
1
Set the mode dial to .
2
Select a movie mode.
1. Select a movie mode using the
control dial.
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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 [z Rec] appear on the
LCD monitor. The indicator will blink green in mode.
• Pressing the shutter button fully again stops recording.
Recording will stop automatically under the following
circumstances.
- When the maximum recording time elapses
- When the built-in memory or memory card becomes full
• The elapsed time from the start of recording to the finish will
display on the LCD monitor when playing back a recording,
but the actual playback time will be shorter than the displayed
time.
z You are recommended to use a memory card that has been
formatted in your camera to shoot movies (p. 69). The card
supplied with the camera may be used without further
formatting.
z Be careful of the following while recording.
- Try not to touch the microphone (p. 42).
- 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 a
recording. Please note, however, that the sounds made by
the camera while automatically adjusting the exposure
may also be recorded.
z The focus and optical zoom settings remain fixed for
subsequent frames at the values selected for the first frame.
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z The following operations are available before movie
recording:
- AF lock: Pressing the button activates AF lock with the
current conditions. and the MF indicator display on the
LCD monitor, and you can check the distance to the
subject. You can cancel AF lock by pressing the button
again.
- Manual focus (p. 124)
- AE lock, Exposure shift: Press the button to enable AE
lock. The exposure shift bar appears on the LCD monitor,
and exposure can be changed using the control dial. You
can cancel AE lock by pressing the button again.
Pressing the MENU button or changing the white balance
settings, My Colors settings or the shooting mode, also
cancels AF lock.
z In mode, the selected power saving option (p. 45)
determines if the LCD monitor turns off or not. You can turn
the LCD monitor on by pressing any button other than the
power button or shutter button.
z QuickTime is required to play back movies (Data type: AVI/
Compression method: Motion JPEG) on a computer
(Windows 2000 only).
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Changing Movie Recording Pixels
You can change the recording pixels and frame rate when the movie
mode is set to (Standard), (Color Accent) or (Color Swap).
1
Select a recording pixels.
1. Press the button.
2. Use the or button to select
and use the or to change
the recording pixels.
3. Press the button.
Movie Recording Pixels and Frame Rates
Frame rates indicate the number of frames recorded or played back
each second. The higher the frame rate, the smoother the
appearance of motion.
*1 Default setting.
*2 When priority is on movie length rather than image quality, select [LP] (Long
Play). You can shoot for twice as long in this mode compared to a file of the same
size shot in the other modes.
*3 Frame rate during playback.
Standard
Color Accent
Color Swap
*
1
640 × 480 recording pixels, 30 frames/sec.
*
2
640 × 480 recording pixels, 30 frames/sec.,
LP (Long Play)
320 × 240 recording pixels, 30 frames/sec.
High Resolution
1024 × 768 recording pixels, 15 frames/sec.
Compact
160 × 120 recording pixels, 15 frames/sec.
Time Lapse
640 × 480 recording pixels, 15 frames/sec.*
3
z See Estimated Sound Recorder File Sizes and Recording
Times (p. 260).
z See Image Data Sizes (Estimated) (p. 261).
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Changing the Shooting Interval ( (Time Lapse))
1
Select .
1. Use the control dial to select .
2
Select a shooting interval.
1. Press the button.
2. Use the or button to select
and use the or button to
select a shooting interval (1 sec./2
sec.).
3. Press the button.
• The recordable duration will display.
Recordable Duration
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See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 270).
The microphone level (sound recording level) and wind filter settings
can be changed.
Setting the Recording Functions
Shooting Mode
1
Select [Audio].
1.Press the button.
2. Use the or button to select the
menu.
3. Use the or button to select
[Audio].
4. Press the button.
2
Set the microphone level.
1. Use the or button to select
[Mic Level].
2. Use the or button to select
[Auto] or [Manual].
• When in [Manual] mode, press the
button, then set the sound recording level (recording volume)
with the or button.
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See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 270).
You can save frequently used shooting modes and various shooting
settings to the (Custom) mode. When necessary, you can then
shoot images with previously saved settings by simply turning the
mode dial to or . Settings that are not memorized when the
shooting mode is changed or when the power is turned off (such as
continuous shooting or self-timer) are also remembered.
3
Set the wind filter.
1. Use the or button to select
[Wind Filter].
2. Use the or button to select [On]
or [Off].
3. Press the button.
• Recommended to set to [On] when
the wind is strong.
z When [Mic Level] is set to [Auto], the recording volume is
automatically adjusted to avoid sound distortion.
z Wind filter suppresses noise when the wind is strong.
Saving Custom Settings
Shooting Mode
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1
Switch to the shooting mode you wish to save
and set the settings.
• Functions which can be saved in or .
- Shooting mode ( , , , )
- Items which can be set in , , and modes
(pp. 93–99)
- Rec. menu settings
- Zoom location
- Manual focus location
• To change some of the settings saved in or (other than
shooting mode), select or .
2
Select [Save Settings].
1. Press the button.
2. Use the or button to select
[Save Settings] in the menu.
3. Press the button.
3
Register.
1. Use the or button to select
[] or [ ].
2. Press the button.
3. Press the button.
z The ISO speed setting cannot be saved. When shooting with
/ , set the ISO speed with the ISO speed dial.
z The setting contents do not influence other shooting modes.
z Saved settings can be reset (p. 68).
Advanced Shooting Functions
111
Advanced Shooting Functions
See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 270).
*1 Cannot be set in and modes.
In this mode, the camera shoots continuously while the shutter button
is held down.
If you use the recommended memory card*
2
, you can shoot
continuously (smooth continuous shooting) at a set shooting interval
until the memory card is full (p. 259).
*1 The focus position of first image is fixed.
• (Large/Fine) mode.
Continuous Shooting
Shooting Mode
*2 Recommended Memory Card:
Super high-speed SDC-512MSH memory card (sold separately) to
which low-level formatting (p. 69) 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.
Shooting speed
(Image/sec.)
Focus while
shooting
Display on the
LCD monitor
Continuous
You can shoot continuously
at a short shooting interval.
Approx. 1.5
images
Fixed*
Recorded
image
Continuous Shooting AF
You can shoot continuously
with auto focus.
Approx. 0.7
images
Auto focus
Subject
right before
shooting
Continuous Shooting LV
(Live View)
You can shoot continuously
with a manually set focus
position while confirming the
subject.
Approx. 0.8
images
Fixed*
Subject
right before
shooting
*
1
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112
To Cancel Continuous Shooting:
Follow Step 1 to select .
1
Press the button.
1. Use the or button to select
or .
• When and manual focus modes,
you can select .
2
Shoot.
• The camera will continue to record successive images while the
shutter button is held down.
Recording will cease when the shutter button is released.
z When in , will be the default setting. cannot be set.
z cannot be set in the and manual focus modes.
z Cannot be set while in the focus bracketing shooting mode or
AEB shooting mode.
z AF frame will be set to [Center] in mode.
z The interval between shots lengthens when the built-in
memory of the camera fills.
z If the flash is used, the interval between shots lengthens
because the flash must charge.
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113
See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 270).
*1 Cannot be set in , and modes.
You can set whether or not the red-eye reduction*
2
lamp automatically
fires with the flash.
*2 This feature reduces the effect of light reflecting back from the eyes and making
them appear red.
Setting the Red-Eye Reduction Function
Shooting Mode
1
Select [Red-Eye].
1. Press the button.
2. Use the or button to select
[Red-Eye] in the menu.
2
Make settings.
1. Use the or button to select [On]
or [Off].
2. Press the button.
*
1
Advanced Shooting Functions
114
See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 270).
The flash timing is adjusted to slow shutter speeds. This reduces the
chance that only the background will appear dark when a night scene
or an interior shot is taken.
Setting the Slow Synchro
Shooting Mode
1
Display the Flash Settings
screen.
1. Hold the button down for more
than one second.
2
Make settings.
1. Use the or button to select
[Slow Synchro] and use the or
button to select [On] or [Off].
2. Press the button.
z This will be fixed to [On] in the , and modes in the
mode.
z When [Slow Synchro] set to [On], camera shake may
become a factor. Use of a tripod is recommended.
z You can also set in [Flash Control] in the menu.
Advanced Shooting Functions
115
See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 270).
* In mode only [Continuous] is available.
* In and modes only [Single] is available.
You can set the AF mode.
Switching between Focus Settings
Shooting Mode
Continuous
The camera is continually focusing on whatever it is aimed
even when the shutter button is not pressed, allowing you to
shoot without missing opportunities.
Single
The camera only focuses when the shutter button is pressed
halfway, conserving battery power.
1
Select [AF Mode].
1. Press the button.
2. Use the or button to select
[AF Mode] in the menu.
2
Make settings.
1. Use the or button to select
[Continuous] or [Single].
2. Press the button.
This will be set when the AF frame mode is set to [Face Detect],
[FlexiZone] or [Center]. This will be fixed to [Single] when the
AF frame mode is set to [AiAF] (p. 116).
*
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116
See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 270).
* This will be fixed to [Center] in and modes.
The AF frame indicates the area of the composition on which the
camera focuses. You can set the AF frame in the following ways.
Selecting [Face Detect]
Selecting an AF Frame Mode
Shooting Mode
Face
Detect
You can have the camera automatically detect
the position of a face and use this data to set
the focus and exposure* while shooting. In
addition, the camera will meter the subject so
that the face is correctly illuminated when the
flash fires.
* Only in evaluative metering mode (p. 136).
AiAF
The camera automatically selects between 9
AF frames to focus on according to the
shooting conditions.
Center
Shooting Mode: /
The AF frame will be fixed to center. This is
convenient for making sure the focus is exactly
where you want it.
FlexiZone
Shooting Mode: // /
The AF frame can be moved manually to the
desired area (FlexiZone). This is convenient for
making sure the focus is exactly where you
want it.
1
Select [AF Frame].
1. Press the button.
2. Use the or button to select [AF
Frame] in the menu.
*
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117
2
Make settings.
1. Use the or button to select
[Face Detect].
2. Press the button.
• Up to three frames display where the
camera detects faces. The frame the
camera judges to be the main subject appears in white while the
others appear in gray.
• See Selecting a Subject to Focus (When [Face Detect] is
Selected) (p. 119).
3
Shoot.
• A maximum of 9 green AF frames will appear when the shutter
button is pressed halfway and the camera focuses. If the
camera cannot focus, the AF frames will not appear.
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118
z [Face Detect] cannot be used when the LCD monitor is
turned off.
z You can switch between the AF Frame modes, pressing the
button followed by pressing the MENU button or the
button. Pressing the button again completes the setting.
z If the white frame fails to appear and only gray frames
appear, or if a face is not detected, you can change the
focusing method (p. 115) as follows.
- [Single]: The camera selects automatically one frame out of
9 AF frames and focuses.
- [Continuous]: The camera focuses on the subject in the
center AF frame.
z The camera may mistakenly identify non-human subjects as
a face.
z In certain cases, faces may not be detected.
Examples:
- Faces near the screen edges or faces that appear
extremely small, large, dark or bright in relation to the
overall image.
- Faces turned to the side or at a diagonal, or faces with a
portion hidden.
Advanced Shooting Functions
119
Selecting a Subject to Focus (When [Face
Detect] is Selected)
Once the focus is fixed to a subject’s face, the frame can be set to
follow the subject (Face Select and Track). The camera displays up
to 35 frames of the faces detected.
1
When a face is detected,
press the button.
• The AF frame displays as a double
frame in green.
2
Select a subject using the or button.
• When pressing the DISPLAY button, you can confirm how
many faces the camera recognizes.
• Each time you press the MENU button (or the button), the
AF frame mode can be switched.
3
Press the button.
• A white double frame will display on the selected
subject’s face.
• When pressing the shutter button halfway, a green AF frame
displays. However, if the subject is hard to focus on, a yellow
frame displays.
• Continuously pressing the button releases the selection.
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Selecting [AiAF], [Center] or [FlexiZone]
1
Select [AF Frame].
1. Press the button.
2. Use the or button to select [AF
Frame] in the menu.
2
Make settings.
1. Use the or button to select
[AiAF], [Center] or [FlexiZone].
2. Press the button.
• See Changing the AF Frame Size
([AiAF] or [FlexiZone] Selected)
(p. 121).
• See Moving the AF Frame ([AiAF] or [FlexiZone] Selected)
(p. 122).
z After pressing the button, you can use the MENU button
(or button) to switch the AF frame mode. Pressing the
button again sets the AF frame mode.
z FlexiZone cannot be used with the LCD monitor is turned off.
If [AF Frame] is set to [FlexiZone], the AF frame mode will
change to [Center] when the monitor is turned off.
z The AF frame appears as follows when the shutter button is
pressed halfway.
- Green: Shooting preparations complete
- Yellow: Focusing difficulty (when the AF frame is set
to [Center] or [FlexiZone].)
- No AF frame: Focusing difficulty (when the AF frame is set
to [AiAF].)
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Changing the AF Frame Size ([AiAF] or [FlexiZone]
Selected)
You can change the size of the AF frame to match the size of the
subject. When the subject you are aiming at is small, or when you
want to focus on a particular area of the subject, you can restrict the
area that is focused on by making the AF frame smaller.
1
Press the button.
2
Press the button.
• Each time you press the DISPLAY
button, the AF frame settings will
switch between normal and small.
• When the camera has difficulty
focusing on the subject when you
press the shutter button halfway,
the AF frame will display in orange
(when AF frame is set to small).
• Pressing the button completes
the setting.
• When you set the AF frame to small
in AiAF mode, the LCD monitor
display will appear as shown right.
Normal
Examples: When [AiAF] is
selected
Small
The AF frame size is set to normal when the digital zoom,
digital tele-converter or manual focus is used.
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Moving the AF Frame ([AiAF] or [FlexiZone]
Selected)
The AF frame can be moved manually allowing you to focus
precisely on the desired area of your subject.
1
Press the button.
2
Move the AF frame using the control dial and
press the button.
• You can move the AF frame to the position you wish to set
using the , , or button.
• The AF frame will move back to its original position (center), if
you hold down the button.
z You can move the AF frame when [AiAF] is selected as the
metering mode and the AF frame is set to small.
z When the [Spot AE Point] is selected as the metering mode,
you can use the selected Spot AE Point as the AF frame
(p. 136).
z Selection cannot be made while in the manual focus mode
(p. 124).
z The position of the AF frame returns to the center once the
power is turned off.
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See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 270).
* Cannot be used in mode.
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
• Subjects with extremely bright objects at the center of the
composition
• Subjects that are moving quickly
• Subjects through glass: Try to shoot as close to the glass as possible
to reduce the chances of light reflecting back off the glass.
Shooting with the Focus Lock
Shooting with the AF Lock
Shooting Hard-to-Focus Subjects
(Focus Lock, AF Lock, Manual Focus,
Safety MF)
Shooting Mode
1
Aim the camera so that an object at the same
focal distance as the main subject is centered
in the viewfinder or in the AF frame displayed
on the LCD monitor.
2
Press the shutter button halfway to lock the
focus.
3
Keep the shutter button pressed while you
recompose the image and press the shutter
button all the way to shoot the image.
1
Turn on the LCD monitor.
*
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To Release the AF Lock:
Press the MF button.
Shooting in Manual Focus Mode
The focus can be manually set.
2
Aim the camera so that an object at the same
focal distance as the main subject is centered
in the AF frame.
3
Press the shutter button halfway and press the
MF button.
• and the MF indicator display allowing you to confirm the
distance to the subject.
4
Re-aim the camera to compose the shot as
desired and shoot.
z The AF lock cannot be used in the , and
modes. However, if you register the AF lock in [Set Shortcut
button], you can use the AF lock in the mode (p. 153).
z
or mode does not display the AF frame.
z When shooting with the focus lock or AF lock using the LCD
monitor, setting the [AF Frame] to [Center] (p. 116) makes
shooting easier since the camera focuses using the center
AF frame only.
z The AF lock is convenient because you can let go of the
shutter button to compose the image. Moreover, the AF lock
is still effective after the picture is taken, allowing you to
capture a second image with the same focus.
1
Turn on the LCD monitor.
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To Cancel the Manual Focus:
Press the MF button.
2
Press the MF button to
display .
• The MF indicator is displayed.
• When the menu’s [MF-Point
Zoom] is set to [On], the portion of
the image in the AF frame will appear
magnified*. When the AF mode
(p. 115) is set to [Continuous],
turning the Control Wheel will display the portion magnified. The
magnified position will differ depending on the AF Frame Mode
(p. 116) setting.
• When set to [Face Detect], [AiAF] or [Center], the center of
the LCD monitor is magnified.
• When set to [FlexiZone], the location of the AF frame
displayed immediately prior to setting the manual focus will
display magnified.
* When using , digital zoom, Digital Tele-Converter or while displaying the
image on a TV, the display magnification is not available.
* Can also be set so that the image displayed is not magnified (p. 49).
• Depending on the shooting mode, pressing the button will
switch between the setting items as follows:
3
Use the control dial and adjust the focus.
• The MF indicator shows approximate figures. Use them as a
shooting guideline only.
MF Indicator
* Cannot be set in , or mode.
mode/Exposure compensation*/
mode/Exposure shift/
Exposure compensation/
Shutter speed/Exposure compensation/
Aperture value/Exposure compensation/
Shutter speed/Aperture value/
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Using the Manual Focus in Combination with the
Auto Focus
First, manual focus is used to roughly focus, then from that focus
position the camera automatically focuses more accurately. You can
use two methods.
Setting by the Button
Setting the Safety MF
The manual focus cannot be used in the , and
modes.
1
Focus the camera with the manual focus, then
press the button.
• The camera focuses to a more accurate focusing point.
1
Select [Safety MF].
1. Press the button.
2. Use the or button to select
[Safety MF] in the menu.
2
Make settings.
1. Use the or button to select
[On].
2. Press the button.
3
Focus the camera with the manual focus, then
press the shutter button halfway.
• The camera focuses to a more accurate focusing point.
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See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 270).
The camera automatically takes three shots: one at the manual focus
position, and one each with focus positions preset farther and nearer.
The three shots are taken at the same interval as continuous shooting
(p. 111).
The farther and nearer focus positions can be set in three steps: large,
medium and small.
4
To shoot, press the shutter button all the way
down (press fully).
This cannot be used in the , and modes.
Focus Bracketing (Focus-BKT Mode)
Shooting Mode
The Focus-BKT mode is not available when shooting with the
flash on. Only one image at the manual focus position will be
taken.
1
Select the Focus-BKT.
1. Press the button.
2. Use the or button to select
and use the or button to select
.
3. Press the button.
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To Cancel the Focus-BKT Mode:
Select (BKT-Off) in Step 1.
See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 270).
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.
2
Make settings.
1. Set the amount of focus position
offset with the or button.
2. Press the button.
• Press the button to broaden or the
button to narrow the focusing
distance from the center.
3
Shoot the image with manual focus (p. 124).
Locking the Exposure Setting (AE Lock)
Shooting Mode
Be sure to set the flash to so that the flash does not fire.
When the flash fires, the FE lock will be used (p. 130).
1
Turn on the LCD monitor.
2
Focus on the part of the subject on which you
wish to lock the exposure setting.
3
Press the shutter button halfway.
4
Press the button.
• The exposure is fixed.
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To Release the AE Lock:
Operate a button other than the button, the control dial and the ISO
Speed dial.
5
Re-aim the camera to compose the shot as
desired.
After locking the AE, you can change the ISO speed with
exposure fixed.
Changing Shutter Speed and Aperture Value
Combinations
Automatically selected combinations of shutter speeds and aperture
values can be freely changed without altering the exposure
(Program Shift).
1
Focus on the subject on which you wish to
lock the exposure.
2
Press the shutter button halfway.
3
Press the button.
• Exposure is fixed.
4
Use the control dial to change shutter speed
and aperture value combinations.
5
Recompose the image and shoot.
• The setting will cancel after the shot is taken.
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See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 270).
You can lock the flash exposure so that the exposure settings are
correctly set regardless of the composition of your subject.
To Release the FE Lock:
Operate a button other than the button or the control dial.
Shooting with FE Lock
Shooting Mode
1
Turn on the LCD monitor.
2
Press the button and set it to (flash on).
• If you are using an externally mounted flash, please refer to its
manual for setting instructions.
3
Focus the camera on the subject on which you
wish to lock the exposure setting.
4
Press the shutter button halfway.
5
Press the button.
• The flash fires a pre-flash and the exposure is fixed.
6
Re-aim the camera to compose the shot as
desired and press the shutter button fully.
The FE lock function is not available when [Flash Mode] is set
to [Manual].
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See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 270).
In this mode, the camera automatically changes the exposure within a
set range to take three shots as the same interval as continuous
shooting (p. 111). The images are shot in the following order: Standard
exposure, underexposure and overexposure.
To Cancel the AEB Mode:
Select in Step 1.
Auto Exposure Bracketing (AEB Mode)
Shooting Mode
1
Select AEB.
1. Press the button.
2. Use the or button to select
and use the or button to select
.
3. Press the button.
2
Adjust the compensation
range.
1. Adjust the compensation range with
the or button.
2. Press the button.
• The compensation range can be
adjusted in 1/3 increments from –2 to +2 with the exposure at
the time of shooting at the center. If exposure adjustment
(p. 135) is already done, setting can be done with the adjusted
value as the center point.
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See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 270).
The ND filter reduces light intensity to 1/8 (3 stops) of the actual level,
allowing for slower shutter speeds and smaller aperture values.
To Cancel the ND Filter:
Select .
The AEB mode cannot be used for flash photography. Only
one standard exposure image gets recorded.
Using the ND Filter
Shooting Mode
Always use a tripod to prevent camera shake in this mode.
1
Select .
1. Press the button.
2. Use the or button to select
and use the or button to select
.
3. Press the button.
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See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 270).
When the camera shake warning icon ( )appears while shooting, you
can raise the ISO speed and shoot at a shutter speed that minimizes
camera shake.
Reducing the Effects of Camera Shake
(Auto ISO Shift)
Shooting Mode
Off Function is not available.
button Allows you to check the ISO speed setting in the LCD
monitor before and after the change.
On Automatically sets the optimal ISO speed to compensate
for camera shake.
z Does not function when the flash fires in , or
mode.
z Depending on the shooting conditions, the camera shake
warning icon ( ) may not disappear even after the ISO
speed is raised.
1
Select [Auto ISO Shift].
1. Press the button.
2. Use the or button to select
[Auto ISO Shift] in the menu.
2
Make settings.
1. Use the or button to select
[ button], [On] or [Off].
2. Press the button.
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When [ button] is Selected
When [On] is Selected
3
Press the shutter button
halfway.
• The appears and the
button will light blue.
4
Press the button while
still pressing the shutter
button halfway.
• The post-change ISO speed will
display.
• When you press the button
again while the shutter button is still
pressed halfway, the ISO speed returns to its original setting.
• If you set the AE Lock (p. 128) after raising the ISO speed, the
ISO speed will not return to the previous setting, even if you
release the shutter button. At this time, the button lights
blue.
5
Press the shutter button fully.
3
Press the shutter button
halfway.
• The camera selects the optimal speed
according to light levels to
compensate for camera shake.
4
Press the shutter button fully to shoot.
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See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 270).
* Cannot be set in , and modes.
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.
To Cancel the Exposure Compensation:
Follow Step 3 to restore the compensation value to [0].
Adjusting the Exposure Compensation
Shooting Mode
1
Turn on the LCD monitor.
2
Press the button several times until the
exposure compensation bar is displayed.
3
Adjust.
1. Use the control dial to adjust the
exposure compensation.
2. Press the button.
• Depending on the shooting mode, pressing the button will
switch between the setting items as follows:
*
mode/Exposure compensation
Shooting direction selection/Exposure compensation
Shutter speed/Exposure compensation
Aperture value/Exposure compensation
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See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 270).
Switching between Metering Modes
Shooting Mode
Evaluative
Appropriate for standard shooting conditions,
including backlit scenes. The camera divides
images into several zones for metering. It
evaluates complex lighting conditions, such as 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.
Center Weighted
Average
Averages the light metered from the entire frame,
but gives greater weight to the subject matter at
the center.
Spot AE Point Meters the area within the spot AE point frame.
Center
Locks the spot metering frame to the center of the
LCD monitor.
AF Point
Move the spot AE point to the same position as
the selected AF frame. Can be set only in
[FlexiZone] (p. 116).
1
Change a metering mode.
1. Press the button.
2. Use the or button to select
and use the or button to
change a metering mode.
3. Press the button.
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See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 270).
* Cannot be set in and modes.
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.
Moving the Spot AE Point to the AF Frame/
Centering the Spot AE Point
1
Select [Spot AE Point].
1. Press the button.
2. Use the or button to select
[Spot AE Point] in the menu.
2
Make settings.
1. Use the or button to select
[Center] or [AF Point].
2. Press the button.
• When [Spot AE Point] is set to
[Center], the spot AE point frame
appears at the center of the LCD monitor.
• When [AF Point] is set, it appears inside the selected AF
frame.
Adjusting the Tone (White Balance)
Shooting Mode
Auto Settings are automatically set by the camera.
Day Light For recording outdoors on a bright day.
*
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Cloudy
For recording under overcast, shady or twilight
skies.
Tungsten
For recording under tungsten and bulb-type 3-
wavelength fluorescent lighting.
Fluorescent
For recording under warm-white, cool-white or
warm-white (3-wavelength) fluorescent lighting.
Fluorescent H
For recording under daylight fluorescent, or
daylight fluorescent-type 3-wavelength
fluorescent lighting.
Flash When using the flash ( cannot be set in mode).
Underwater
Appropriate for shooting images with the
Waterproof Case WP-DC21 (sold separately).
This mode yields image data in the optimal white
balance to record images with natural hues by
reducing the bluish tone.
Custom
For recording with the optimal white balance data
retained in the camera from a white-colored
object, such as white paper or cloth.
1
Select a white balance
setting.
1. Press the button.
2. Use the or button to select
and use the or button to
change a white balance setting.
3. Press the button.
The white balance setting cannot be adjusted when or
is selected for My Colors.
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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.
In particular, take a (Custom 1) or (Custom 2) white balance
reading for the following situations that are difficult for the (Auto)
setting to detect correctly.
• Shooting close-ups (Macro)
• Shooting subjects of monotone color (such as sky, sea or forest)
• Shooting with a particular source of light (such as a mercury-vapor
lamp)
1
Select or .
1.Press the button.
2. Use the or button to select
and use the or button to
select or .
2
Aim the camera at a piece
of white paper or cloth and
press the button.
• If you are viewing it with the LCD
monitor, ensure that the center
frame is completely filled with the
white image. If you are using the
optical viewfinder, ensure that the entire field is filled.
However, the center frame will not appear when using the
digital zoom is 7.4x or higher or when is displayed.
3
Press the button.
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See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 270).
* Cannot be set in and modes.
You can change the look of an image when it is shot.
Shooting in a My Colors Mode
Shooting Mode
My Colors Off Records normally.
Vivid
Emphasizes the contrast and color saturation to
record bold colors.
Neutral
Tones down the contrast and color saturation to record
neutral hues.
Sepia Records in sepia tones.
B/W Records in black and white.
z 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).
z Shoot with the same settings as when reading the white
balance data. If the settings differ, the optimal white
balance may not be set. In particular, the following should
not be changed.
- ISO Speed
- Flash: Setting the flash to on or off is recommended. If
the flash fires when reading the white balance data with
the flash set to Auto, make sure that you also use the
flash when you shoot.
z Since the white balance data cannot be read in Stitch
Assist mode, preset the white balance in another shooting
mode beforehand.
z The white balance data is retained even after the camera
power is turned off.
*
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* If the image contains colors that are the same as human skin, those colors will also
be changed. You may not obtain the expected results depending on the skin color.
Setting the My Colors Mode (Modes other than )
Positive Film
Use this option to make blue, green or red colors more
intense like the Vivid Blue, Vivid Green or Vivid Red
effects. It can produce intense natural-appearing
colors like those obtained with positive film.
Lighter Skin* Use this option to make skin tones lighter.
Darker Skin* Use this option to make skin tones darker.
Vivid Blue
Emphasize blue tints. Use to make blue subjects,
such as the sky or ocean, more vivid.
Vivid Green
Emphasize green tints. Use to make green subjects,
such as mountains, new growth, flowers and lawns,
more vivid.
Vivid Red
Emphasize red tints. Use to make red subjects, such
as flowers or cars, more vivid.
Custom
Use this option to adjust the balance between
contrast, sharpness, saturation, reds, greens, blues
and skin tones*. It can be used to make subtle
adjustments, such as making blue colors more vivid or
face colors brighter.
1
Set the My Colors mode.
1. Press the button.
2. Use the or button to select
and use the or button to select
the My Colors mode.
3. Press the button.
• The display will return to the shooting
screen and you can shoot.
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Setting the My Colors Mode ( Mode)
1
Select .
1.Press the button.
2. Use the or button to select
and use the or button to select
.
2
Adjust.
1. Press the button.
2. Use the or button to select
[Contrast], [Sharpness], [Saturation],
[Red], [Green], [Blue] or [Skin Tone].
3. Use the or button to adjust it.
• The altered color will display.
• If you press the DISPLAY button at
this point, you will return to the screen where you can select a
My Colors mode.
4. Press the button.
• This completes the setting.
Select an item Adjust
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See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 270).
You can easily change the colors in an image when it is shot both stills
and movies, allowing you to enjoy producing various effects.
Depending on the shooting conditions, however, the images may
appear rough, or you may not get the expected color. Before
photographing important subjects, we recommend taking trial shots
and checking the results. By setting the [Save Original] function
(p. 147) to [On] when shooting stills, you can also record both the
altered image and the original, unaltered image.
Changing the Colors and Shooting
Shooting Mode
Color Accent
Use this option to have only the color specified
in the LCD monitor remain and to transform all
others to black and white.
Color Swap
Use this option to transform a color specified in
the LCD monitor into another. The specified
color can only be swapped into one other color,
and multiple colors cannot be chosen.
Depending on the scene being shot, the ISO speed may
increase, increasing the amount of noise in the image.
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Shooting with Color Accent Mode
1
Select or .
Still image:
1. Set the mode dial to .
2. Use the control dial to select .
Movie:
1. Set the mode dial to .
2. Use the control dial to select .
2
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
previously set color).
3
Aim the camera so that the color you wish to
retain appears at the center of the LCD
monitor and press the button.
• Only one color can be specified.
• You can use the or button or the control dial to specify
the range of the colors that are retained.
–5: Only takes the color that you want to retain.
+5: Also takes colors close to the one that you want to retain.
4
Press the button to complete the setting,
then shoot.
Still image:
Movie:
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Shooting with Color Swap Mode
z The default Color Accent is green.
z You may not obtain the expected results after color input
mode if you use the flash.
z The specified Color Accent is retained even if the camera’s
power is turned off.
1
Select or .
Still image:
1. Set the mode dial to .
2. Use the control dial to select .
Movie:
1. Set the mode dial to .
2. Use the control dial to select .
Original Color
(Before Swapping)
Desired Color
(After Swapping)
Still image:
Movie:
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2
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).
3
Aim the camera so that the original color
appears at the center of the LCD monitor and
press the button.
• Only one color can be specified.
• You can use the or button or the control dial to specify
the range of colors that are changed.
–5: Only takes the color that you want to swap.
+5: Also takes colors close to the one that you want to swap.
4
Aim the camera so that the desired color
appears at the center of the LCD monitor and
press the button.
• Only one color can be specified.
5
Press the button to complete the setting,
then shoot.
z The default setting for Color Swap changes green into white.
z You may not obtain the expected results after color input
mode if you use the flash.
z The colors specified in the Color Swap mode are retained
even if the camera’s power is turned off.
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Saving Original Images
Not only can you save images with altered colors when shooting still
images with the Color Accent or Color Swap modes, but you can
also choose to save the original images (before the color change).
1
Select [Save Original].
1. Press the button.
2. Use the or button to select
[Save Original] in the menu.
2
Make settings.
1. Use the or button to select
[On] or [Off].
2. Press the button.
• If [On] is selected, the images will
be saved as consecutive file
numbers. The original image will be the lower file number,
while the image shot in Color Accent or Color Swap mode will
be the higher file number.
If [Save Original] is set to [On]
- Only the image set with Color Accent or Color Swap is
displayed on the LCD monitor during shooting.
- The image displayed on the LCD monitor immediately after
shooting is the one shot with Color Accent or Color Swap.
As erasing the image at this time will cause the original
image to be erased at the same time, be careful.
- As two images are saved with each shot, the number of
recordable shots displayed on the LCD monitor will be half
the number that is displayed when [Save Original] is set to
[Off].
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See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 270).
* [Manual] can be selected only when an externally mounted flash has been attached.
Although the built-in flash and an externally mounted flash (Speedlite
220EX/430EX/580EX II/ST-E2 Speedlite Transmitter) will fire with
automatic flash adjustments, it is also possible to set them so that it
fires without any adjustments.
Switching between Flash Adjustment Settings
Shooting Mode
1
Display the Flash Settings
screen.
1. Hold the button down for more
than one second.
2
Make settings.
1. Use the or button to select
[Flash Mode] and use the or
button to select [Auto] or [Manual].
2. Press the button.
You can also set in [Flash Control] in the menu.
*
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See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 270).
Flash exposure compensation can be adjusted in the range of –2 to +2
stops in 1/3-stop increments*.
You can combine the flash exposure compensation with the camera’s
exposure compensation function for balanced exposure of the
background when shooting with a flash.
In and shooting modes, set [Flash Mode] to [Auto] (p. 148).
* Externally mounted flash: The range of -3 to +3
Compensating the Flash Adjustment
Shooting Mode
1
Adjust the flash exposure
compensation.
1. Press the button.
2. Use the or button to select
and use the or button to adjust
the flash exposure compensation.
3. Press the button.
• You can change the settings holding the button down for
more than one second. You can also set in [Flash Control]
[Flash Exp. Comp] in the menu (p. 48).
Be sure the external flash is turned on before making settings
for the flash.
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150
See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 270).
The flash output can be controlled in three steps, starting from FULL,
when shooting. When an externally mounted flash is attached, its flash
output can be controlled (From 1/1 (full power) to 1/64* in 1/3 steps). In
and shooting modes, please set [Flash Mode] to [Manual]
(p. 148).
* Speedlite 580EX II: 1/128
Setting the Flash Output
Shooting Mode
1
Set the flash output.
1. Press the button.
2. Use the or button to select
and use the or button to
change the flash output.
3. Press the button.
• You can change the settings holding the button down for
more than one second. You can also set in [Flash Control]
[Flash Output] in the menu (p. 48).
Be sure the external flash is turned on before making settings
for the flash.
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See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 270).
Switching the Timing at which the Flash Fires
Shooting Mode
1st-curtain
The flash fires right after the shutter opens, regardless of the
shutter speed. Usually, the 1st-curtain is used when
shooting.
2nd-curtain
The flash fires right before the shutter closes. Compared with
the 1st-curtain, the flash fires later and allows you to shoot
images in which, for example, a car’s taillights seem to trail
off behind.
1
Display the Flash Settings
screen.
1. Hold the button down for more
than one second.
2
Make settings.
1. Use the or button to select
[Shutter Sync.] and use the or
button to select [1st-curtain] or [2nd-
curtain].
2. Press the button.
Image shot with the 1st-curtain setting Image shot with the 2nd-curtain setting
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See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 270).
The camera automatically changes the shutter speed or aperture value
when the flash fires to avoid overexposing and blowing out the
highlights in the scene. In and shooting modes, ensure that
the flash adjustment setting is configured to [Auto] in advance (p. 148).
You can also set in [Flash Control] in the menu.
Adjusting Exposure for Built-in Flash
Shooting (Safety FE)
Shooting Mode
1
Display the Flash Settings
screen.
1. Hold the button down for more
than one second.
2
Make settings.
1. Use the or button to select
[Safety FE] and use the or
button to select [On] or [Off].
2. Press the button.
You can also set in [Flash Control] in the menu.
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See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 270).
One frequently used function can be registered to the (Shortcut)
button. You can register the following functions.
Registering Settings to the Shortcut
Button
Shooting Mode
Menu Item Page Menu Item Page
Not Assigned –
Digital Tele-
converter
p. 73
Light Metering p. 136 AF Lock p. 123
ND Filter p. 132 Display Off p. 52
White Balance p. 137
Manual WB1, WB2
(White Balance)
p. 139
1
Select [Set Shortcut
button].
1. Press the button.
2. Use the or button to select
[Set Shortcut button] in the
menu.
3. Press the button.
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To Cancel the Shortcut Button:
Select in Step 2.
Using the Shortcut Button
2
Make settings.
1. Use the , , or button to
select the function you wish to
register.
2. Press the button.
• If appears on the lower right of the icon, you can still register
this function but pressing the button will not activate the
function in the current shooting mode.
• Pressing the MENU button completes the setting.
1
Press the button.
• Each press of the button cycles between setting values of
the registered function.
- For , and , the setting screen appears.
- For and , a white balance reading is taken when you
press the button. A frame will not be displayed, so center
the piece of white paper or cloth in the LCD monitor before
pressing the button.
- For , pressing the button sets AE lock.
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See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 270).
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.
Setting the Auto Rotate Function
Shooting Mode
1
Select [Auto Rotate].
1. Press the button.
2. Use the or button to select the
menu.
3. Use the or button to select
[Auto Rotate].
2
Make settings.
1. Use the or button to select [on]
or [Off].
2. Press the button.
• When the Auto Rotate function is set
to [On] and the LCD monitor is set to
the detailed display mode during shooting, (normal),
(right end is down) or (left end is down) will appear in the
display.
z This function may not operate correctly when the camera is
pointed straight up or down. Check that the icon ( ) is
pointing in the right direction and if it is not, then set the Auto
Rotate function to [Off].
z Even if the Auto Rotate function is set to [On], the orientation
of images downloaded to a computer will depend upon the
software used to download the images.
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See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 270).
You can create a new folder at any time and the recorded images will
be automatically saved to that folder.
Creating a Folder the Next Time You Shoot
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.
Creating an Image Destination (Folder)
Shooting Mode
Create New
Folder
Creates a new folder the next time you shoot images. To
create an additional folder, insert the check mark again.
Auto Create
You can also specify a date and time if you wish to create a
new folder using a shooting time after the specified date
and time.
1
Select [Create Folder].
1. Press the button.
2. Use the or button to select the
menu.
3. Use the or button to select
[Create Folder].
4. Press the button.
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Setting the Day or Time for Automatic Folder
Creation
2
Make settings.
1. Use the or button to check
mark [Create New Folder].
2. Press the button.
• displays in the LCD monitor. The
symbol will cease to display after the
new folder is created.
1
Select [Create Folder].
1. Press the button.
2. Use the or button to select the
menu.
3. Use the or button to select
[Create Folder].
4. Press the button.
2
Make settings.
1. Use the or button to select
[Auto Create] option and use the
or button to select a day.
2. Use the or button to select
[Time] option and use the or
button to set a time.
3. Press the button.
• displays in the LCD monitor when the specified time arrives.
The symbol will cease to display after the new folder is created.
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See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 270).
The images you shoot are automatically assigned file numbers. You
can select how the file number is assigned.
Up to 2000 images can be saved into one folder. A new folder
will automatically be created when you record more than that
number even if you are not creating new folders.
Resetting the File Number
Shooting Mode
Continuous
A number one higher than the last one recorded is assigned
to the next image. This is convenient for managing all your
images together on a computer because you avoid file
name duplication when changing folders or memory cards*.
* When a blank memory card is used. If a memory card with
recorded data is used, the 7-digit number for the last recorded
folder and image is compared with the last one on the card, and the
larger of the two is utilized as the basis for new images.
Auto Reset
The image and folder number are reset to the starting value
(100-0001)*.
This is convenient for managing images on a folder-by-
folder basis.
* When a blank memory card is used. If a memory card with
recorded data is used, the number following the 7-digit number for
the last recorded folder and image on the card is utilized as the
basis for new images.
1
Select [File Numbering].
1. Press the button.
2. Use the or button to select the
menu.
3. Use the or button to select
[File Numbering].
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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 2000 images can be saved into a single folder.
• Images may be saved to a new folder when there is insufficient free space even if the
total number of images in a folder is less than 2000 because the following types of
images are always saved together into the same folder.
• Images from continuous shooting • Self-timer images (custom)
• Stitch Assist mode images • Focus Bracketing • AEB shooting
• Color Accent/Color Swap still images (when [Save Original] is set to [On])
• Images cannot be played back when the folder numbers are duplicated or image
numbers are duplicated within folders.
• Please refer to the Software Starter Guide for information regarding folder structures
or image types.
2
Make settings.
1. Use the or button to select
[Continuous] or [Auto Reset].
2. Press the button.
New Folder Created
Memory Card Exchanged
for Another
Continuous
Memory Card 1
Memory Card 1 Memory Card 2
Auto Reset
Memory Card 1 Memory Card 1 Memory Card 2
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In playback mode, you can select images with the control dial. Turning
it counterclockwise selects the previous image while turning it
clockwise selects the next image. Please also see Viewing Still Images
(p. 19).
To Cancel the Magnified Display:
Press the zoom lever toward . (You can also cancel it immediately
by pressing the MENU button.)
Viewing Magnified Images
1
Press the zoom lever
toward .
• A magnified portion of the image will
display.
• Images can be magnified up to a
factor of approximately 10x.
2
Use the , , or button to move around
the image.
• If you use the control dial while in the magnified display mode,
the camera will switch to the previous or next image at the same
level of magnification.
• You can change the magnification level with the zoom lever.
Movie frames and index playback images cannot be magnified.
Approximate location of
the displayed area
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To Return to Single Image Playback:
Press the zoom lever toward .
Viewing Images in Sets of Nine
(Index Playback)
1
Press the zoom lever
toward .
• Up to nine images can be viewed at
once in index playback.
• Use the , , or button to
change the image selection.
Switching between Sets of Nine Images
The jump bar will display if you press the button while in index
playback and you can switch the display between sets of nine
images.
• Pressing the zoom lever toward also
switches the display. Use the or
button to move to the previous or next
set of 9 images.
• Hold the FUNC./SET button down and
press the or button to jump to the
first or last set.
To Cancel the Jump Bar:
Press the button.
Selected Image
Movie
Jump Bar
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Focus Check display allows you to check the focus of images taken. At
this time, faces in the image are detected and frames matching the
size of these facial images are displayed. Moreover, as you can
change the display magnification and switch images, you can easily
check facial expressions and whether a subject’s eyes are closed.
Focus Check Display
Checking the Focus and Peoples’
Expressions (Focus Check Display)
1
Press the button.
2
Press the button
repeatedly until the focus
check display appears.
• Frames are displayed as follows.
• The orange frames allow you to change the display
magnification, move the display position, and switch between
display frames (p. 163).
Frame Color Summary
Orange Displays the range of the image displayed at bottom
right.
White The frame is displayed at a position at which the
image is in focus (AF Frame).
Gray Displays frames in positions where faces were
detected during playback (Face Frame).
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Changing the Display Magnification
Switching between the Frames
3
Press the zoom lever
toward .
• The bottom right of the screen is
magnified.
3
Press the button.
• 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.
After you change the display
magnification, the orange frame will adjust to the size of the face
when you switch the position of the frame.
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Changing the Display Position
To Cancel Changing the Display Position:
Press the MENU button.
3
Press the zoom lever
toward .
• The bottom right of the screen is
magnified.
4
Use the , , or
button to move the display
position.
• When you press the FUNC./SET
button, the orange frame returns to its
original position. When there are
multiple frames displayed, the FUNC./
SET button switches between the different positions of the
orange frames.
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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.
Jumping to Images
Shot Date Jumps to the first image of each shooting date.
My Category Displays the first image in each category.
Folder Displays the first image in each folder.
Movie Jumps to a movie.
By 10 images Jumps over 10 images at a time.
By 100 images Jumps over 100 images at a time.
1
In single image playback mode, press the
button.
• The camera will switch to jump search mode.
2
Use the or button to
select a search key.
• The screen sample will vary slightly
according to the search key.
• You can show/hide image
information using the DISPLAY
button.
Image Information
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3
Display the Images.
z //:
1. Press the or button.
• Press the MENU button to return to
single image playback.
z //:
1. Use the or button to select a
date, category, folder or movie for playback.
• When you turn the Control Wheel, you can view the defined
images.
• Press the MENU button to cancel the setting.
2. Press the button.
• The camera will switch to defined playback mode and play
back only images corresponding to the search key.
• Press the button to cancel defined playback mode.
z Defined playback mode will be canceled under the following
conditions:
- Changing categories (while using My Category to define
images).
- When selecting a range of images.
- When saving an image as a new file after processing or
editing it.
- When erasing an image with [Erase] in the menu.
Select the search key
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You can organize images into prepared categories (People, Scenery,
Events, Category 1 – 3, To Do). Category information recorded with
the [Auto Category] function (p. 49) can also be edited. At the category
level, you can perform the following.
• Image searches (p. 165) • Slide Show (p. 176)
• Protect (p. 192) • Erase (p. 195) • Configure print settings (p. 198)
Single Images
Organizing Images by Category (My Category)
1
Select [My Category].
1. Press the button.
2. Use the or button to select
in the menu.
3. Press the button.
• In playback mode, you can press the
button to display the screen in Step 3 directly.
2
Select [Select].
1. Use the or button to select
[Select].
2. Press the button.
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Selecting a Range of Images
You can select a range of sequential images and gather them together
in a category. The file number of the last image should be larger than
the number of the first image. Up to 500 images can be selected.
3
Make settings.
1. Use the or button to select an
image to classify.
2. Use the or button to select a
category.
3. Press the button.
4. Press the button.
• You can put the same image into more than one category.
• You can set in index playback.
• You can cancel the classification by pressing the FUNC./SET
button again.
1
Select [My Category].
1. Press the button.
2. Use the or button to select
in the menu.
3. Press the button.
2
Select [Select Range].
1. Use the or button to select
[Select Range].
2. Press the button.
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3
Select a category.
1. Press the or button.
2. Use thse or button to select a
category.
4
Select images.
1. Use the or button to select a
left image.
2. Press the button.
3. Use the or button to select a
first image.
4. Press the button.
5. Use the or button to select a
right image.
6. Press the button.
7. Use the or button to select a
last image.
8. Press the button.
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5
Make settings.
1. Use the or button to select
[Select].
2. Press the button.
3. Press the button twice.
• Selecting [Deselect] cancels
categorization of the selected range.
When erasing, printing or compiling a slide show, it is
convenient to categorize images in the [To Do] category.
Viewing Movies (Operating the Movie
Control Panel)
Movies cannot be played in the index playback mode.
1
Display a movie.
1. Use the or button to select a
movie.
2. Press the button.
• Images with a icon are movies.
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Operating the Movie Control Panel
2
Play.
1. Use the or button to select
.
2. Press the button.
• The movie will pause if you press
the FUNC./SET button during
playback. It will resume when you
press the button again.
• When playback ends, the movie
stops at the last frame displayed.
Press the FUNC./SET button to
display the movie control panel.
• You can switch between showing/hiding the playback progress
bar by pressing the DISPLAY button while playing a movie.
• If playback was halted partway through in the prior viewing
session, playback will resume from the last frame displayed.
Returns to single image playback
Print (An icon will display when a printer is connected. See the Direct
Print User Guide for details.)
Play
Slow motion (You can use the button to slow down or the
button to speed up playback.)
Displays the first frame
Previous frame (Rewinds if the FUNC./SET button is held down.)
Next frame (Fast Forwards if the FUNC./SET button is held down.)
Displays the last frame
Edit (Switches to movie editing mode.) (p. 172)
z Use the television’s controls to adjust the volume when
playing a movie on a TV set (p. 205).
z The sound cannot be played in slow motion playback.
Volume Level (Adjust it with
the or button)
Movie Control Panel
Playback Progress Bar
Time movie was shot
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You can delete portions of recorded movies.
Editing Movies
z The actual position of the edited movie may differ slightly
from editing the results viewed on the LCD monitor.
z 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 ( 15 seconds*
1
or 30 seconds*
2
) cannot be
edited.
*1 [Interval Time]: 1 second
*2 [Interval Time]: 2 seconds
1
Display a movie.
1. Use the or button to select a
movie.
2. Press the button.
• Images with a icon are movies.
2
Select (Edit).
1. Use the or button to select .
2. Press the button.
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3
Edit.
1. Use the or button to select
(Cut Beginning) or (Cut End).
2. Use the or button to specify the
cut point ( ).
• To check a temporarily edited movie,
select (Play) and press the
FUNC./SET button.
• Selecting (Exit) cancels the edit and restores the movie
control panel.
4
Save.
1. Use the or button to select
.
2. Press the button.
3. Use the or button to select
[New File] or [Overwrite].
4. Press the button.
• [New File] saves the edited movie under a new file name. The
pre-edit data is left unchanged. Note, if you press the SET
button while saving the movie, saving is cancelled.
• [Overwrite] saves the edited movie with its original name. The
pre-edit data is lost.
• When there is not enough space left on the memory card, only
[Overwrite] can be selected.
Depending on the movie’s file size, it may take some time to
save an edited movie. If the batteries run out partway through,
edited movie clips cannot be saved. When editing movies, it is
recommended to use fully charged batteries or the AC Adapter
Kit ACK-DC20 (sold separately) (p. 234).
Movie Editing Panel
Movie Editing Bar
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Images can be rotated clockwise 90° or 270° in the display.
Rotating Images in the Display
1
Select [Rotate].
1. Press the button.
2. Use the or button to select
in the menu.
3. Press the button.
2
Rotate.
1. Use the or button to select an
image to rotate.
2. Press the button.
• Cycle through the 90°/270°/original
orientations with each press of the
FUNC./SET button.
• This also can be set in the index playback mode.
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.
Original 90° 270°
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You can select the transition effect displayed when switching between
images.
Playback with Transition Effects
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.
1
Select [Transition].
1. Press the button.
2. Use the or button to select
in the menu.
2
Make settings.
1. Use the or button to select ,
or .
2. Press the button.
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Automated Playback of Memory Card Images.
* Image settings for slide shows are based on the Digital Print Order Format (DPOF)
standard (p. 198).
Automated Playback (Slide Shows)
All Images Plays all images on a memory card in order.
Date Plays images bearing a specified date in order.
My Category
Plays the images in the selected category in
order.
Folder Plays images in a specified folder in order.
Movies Plays movie files only, in order.
Stills Plays still images only, in order.
to Custom 1 – 3
Plays the images selected for each slide show,
Custom 1, Custom 2 or Custom 3, in order
(p. 179).
1
Select [Slide Shows].
1.Press the button.
2. Use the or button to select
in the menu.
3. Press the button.
2
Select an image selection
method.
1. Use the , , or button to
select , , , , , or
– .
• , , : select a date, category
or folder to play back (p. 178).
• For – : select the images to be played back (p. 179).
• If you want to add a transition effect to play back images, use
the button to select [Effect] and choose the type of effect
with the or button (p. 177).
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Transition Effects
You can select the transition effect used when one image is replaced
by another.
* Default setting.
3
Play.
1. Use the , , or button to
select [Start].
2. 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).
- Stopping the slide show: press the MENU button.
No transition effect.
*
The new image gradually brightens as it moves upward from the
bottom.
The new image first appears in a cross shape and gradually
expands to display the full image.
Portions of the new image move horizontally, then the image
expands to display the full image.
In single image playback mode, you can start a slide show from
the current image displayed by holding the FUNC./SET button
while you press the button. Please note that if you do
this while the last image shot is displayed, the slide show will
start from the first image using the same date.
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Select a Date/Category/Folder to Playback
(//)
1
Select , or .
1. Use the , , or button to
select.
2. Press the button.
2
Select a date/category/
folder to play back.
1. Use the or button to select.
2. Press the button.
• Pressing the FUNC./SET button
again cancels the setting.
• You can select multiple dates,
categories, or folders.
• They will play back in the order you select them.
• Use the or button to confirm each date, category or
folder image.
3. Press the button.
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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.
1
Select , or .
1. Use the or button to select
, or .
2. Press the button.
• Only the icon will display at first.
When you set , the icon will
change to and will display. and will change in
the same way when they are set.
2
Select images for
playback.
1. Use the or button to select
images for playback.
2. Press the button to select
them.
• Pressing the FUNC./SET button
again cancels the setting.
• You can also select images in
the index playback mode.
3. Press the button.
Check mark
indicating selection
Number indicating
the selection order
Selecting All Images:
1 After selecting – in Step 1, use the button to
select [All Images] and press the FUNC./SET button.
2 Use the button to select [Mark all], press the FUNC./
SET button.
3 Use the button to select [OK] and press the FUNC./
SET button.
To deselect all images, select [Reset].
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You can correct red eyes in recorded images.
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.)
* Default setting.
Repeat
Sets whether the slide show stops when all the slides have been
displayed or continues until stopped.
1
Select [Set up].
1. Use the , , or button to
select [Set up].
2. Press the button.
2
Make settings.
1. Use the or button to select
[Play Time] or [Repeat].
2. Use the or button to select
the desired option.
3. Press the button.
Red-Eye Correction Function
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.
- Faces turned to the side or at a diagonal, or faces with a
portion hidden.
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1
Select [Red-Eye Correction].
1. Press the button.
2. Use the or button to select
in the menu.
3. Press the button.
2
Select a image.
1. Use the or button to select an
image you wish to perform red-eye
correction on.
2. Press the button.
• A frame will be displayed
automatically at the position where red-eye is to be corrected.
• If red-eye is not automatically detected, select [Add Frame] with
the or button and press the FUNC./SET button (p. 183).
• If you want to delete the frame, select [Remove Frame] and
press the FUNC./SET button (p. 184).
3
Correct.
1. Use the or button to select
[Start].
2. Press the button.
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4
Save.
1. Use the or button to select
[New File] or [Overwrite].
2. Press the button.
• [New File]: saves the image under a
new file name. The original file
remains as is. The newly saved image file is saved as the last
image of the photographed images.
• [Overwrite]: saves the new image under the original file name.
The original image is overwritten.
• If you select [New File], proceed to Step 5.
5
Display the saved image.
1.Press the button.
2. Use the or button to select
[Yes].
3. Press the button.
• If you select [No], the display will
return to the Play menu.
z Red-eye correction cannot be performed on movies and
RAW images. When shooting in [Record + ], red-eye
correction can be performed on the JPEG image, but the
original image cannot be overwritten.
z Overwriting cannot be performed on protected images.
z When there is not enough space left on the memory card, red-
eye correction cannot be performed.
z Although you can apply red-eye correction any number of
times to an image, the image quality will gradually deteriorate
with each application.
z Since the correction frame will not appear automatically on
images that have already been corrected once with the [Red-
Eye Correction], use the [Add Frame] option to correct them.
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Adding Correction Frames
1
Select [Add Frame].
1. Use the or button to select
[Add Frame].
2. Press the button.
• The green frame is displayed.
2
Move the frame position.
1. Use the , , or button to
move the frame.
• You can change the size of the
frame with the zoom lever.
3
Add a frame.
1. Press the button.
• The correction frame will be added and the frame color will
change to white.
• Press the FUNC./SET button to add additional frames.
• You can add up to a maximum of 35 correction frames.
• Press the MENU button to cancel adding the frame.
To correctly perform red-eye correction, take note of the
following (refer to the image in Step 2):
- Adjust the correction frame size so that it only surrounds
the red-eye portion to be corrected.
- When there are several subjects with red-eye, be sure to
add one correction frame per subject.
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Removing Correction Frames
1
Select [Remove Frame].
1. Use the or button to select
[Remove Frame].
2. Press the button.
2
Select a frame you wish to
remove.
1. Use the or button to select a
frame you wish to remove.
• The selected frame will appear in
green.
3
Remove the frame.
1. Press the button.
• The selected frame will be removed.
• To continue removing other frames, repeat the procedures
from Step 2 onward.
• Press the MENU button to cancel removing the frame.
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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 p. 140.
Adding My Colors Effects
Vivid Lighter Skin Tone
Neutral Darker Skin Tone
Sepia Vivid Blue
B/W Vivid Green
Positive Film Vivid Red
1
Select [My Colors].
1. Press the button.
2. Use the or button to select
in the menu.
3. Press the button.
2
Select an image.
1. Use the or button to select an
image you wish to add effects.
2. Press the button.
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3
Make settings.
1. Use the or 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.
4
Save.
1. Use the or button to select
[OK].
2. Press the button.
• The newly saved image transformed
with the My Colors effect will be the
last one in the list.
• To continue adding effects to other images, repeat the
procedures from Step 2 onward.
5
Display the saved image.
1. Press the button.
2. Use the or button to select
[Yes].
3. Press the button.
• If you select [No], the display will
return to the Play menu.
You cannot add effects to RAW images using the My
Colors function.
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You can resave images that were recorded at high recording pixel
settings at lower settings.
z The My Colors function will not work if there is insufficient
space on the memory card.
z 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.
z Color in images taken using My Colors (p. 140) in shooting
mode and images edited with the My Colors function in
playback mode may differ slightly.
Resizing Images
1600 × 1200 pixels
640 × 480 pixels
320 × 240 pixels
1
Select [Resize].
1. Press the button.
2. Use the or button to select
in the menu.
3. Press the button.
2
Select an image.
1. Use the or button to select an
image you wish to resize.
2. Press the button.
•The FUNC./SET button is not
selectable for images that cannot be
resized.
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3
Select a recording pixels.
1. Use the or button to select ,
or .
2. Press the button.
4
Save.
1. Use the or button to select
[OK].
2. Press the button.
• The resized image will be saved in a
new file.
• Some recording pixel settings cannot be selected depending on
the available space of the memory card.
5
Display the saved image.
1. Press the button.
2. Use the or button to select
[Yes].
3. Press the button.
• If you select [No], the display will
return to the Play menu.
Images shot in or cannot be resized.
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In playback mode, you can attach sound memos (up to 1 minute) to an
image.
Sound Memo Panel
Use the or button to select and press the FUNC./SET button.
Attaching Sound Memos to Images
1
Press the button while playing back images.
• The sound memo control panel will display.
2
Record.
1. Use the or button to select .
2. Press the button.
• The elapsed time and the remaining
time display.
• Pressing the FUNC./SET button
pauses the recording. Pressing it
again resumes recording.
• Up to 1 minute of recordings can be
added to any one image.
• The sound mode can be changed
(p. 108).
• If you select using the or button and press the FUNC./
SET button, the display will return to the Play menu.
Exit
Record
Pause
Play
Erase (Select [Erase] and in the confirmation screen press the
FUNC./SET button.)
Press the or button to adjust the volume.
Volume (Adjust it with
the or button)
Elapsed Time/
Remaining Time
Sound Memo Panel
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You can record sound only, without images, for up to two hours at one
time.
z You cannot attach sound memos to movies.
z Sound memos for protected images cannot be erased.
Sound-Only Recording (Sound Recorder)
1
Select [Sound Recorder].
1. Press the button.
2. Use the or button to select
in the menu.
3. Press the button.
2
Record a sound.
1. Use the or button to select .
2. Press the button.
• Recording time will be displayed.
• Use the or button to change
the sample rate. Sound quality will
improve in the order of [11.025kHz],
[22.050kHz], [44.100kHz], but the
recorded file size will also increase
respectively.
• When pressing the FUNC./SET button, recording will pause.
Pressing the button once again will resume recording.
• Pressing the shutter button halfway or pressing the movie
button will stop sound recording and switch the camera to
shooting mode.
• The sound mode can be changed (p. 108).
Sound
Control
Panel
Available
Recording
Time
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Sound Recorder Panel
Use the or button to select and press the FUNC./SET button.
Exit
Record
Pause
Play (Use the or button to select a sound and press the
FUNC./SET button.)
Rewind (Hold the FUNC./SET button to rewind (no sound plays).)
Fast Forward (Hold the FUNC./SET button to fast forward (no sound
plays).)
Erase (Select [Erase] or [Erase All] and in the confirmation screen
press the FUNC./SET button.)
Protect (You can protect important sounds from accidental erasure.
Press the FUNC./SET button to set/remove protection.)
Press the or button to adjust the volume.
Make sure audio settings are correct (p. 108) before recording.
z See Estimated Sound Recorder File Sizes and Recording
Times (p. 260).
z When the memory cards fills, recording will automatically
stop.
z If you press and hold the button while recording, the
screen in Step 2 will display (briefly pressing the button will
bring up the sound memo panel (p. 189)).
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You can protect important images and movies from accidental erasure.
Protecting Images
Select
You can configure the protection settings for each
image singly while viewing them.
Select Range
You can select a range of sequential images and
protect all the images in that range.
Select by Date You can protect the images from a specified date.
Select by Category You can protect all images in a specified category.
Select by Folder You can protect all images in a specified folder.
All Images You can protect all images on a memory card.
1
Select [Protect].
1. Press the button.
2. Use the or button to select
in the menu.
3. Press the button.
2
Select an image selection
method.
1. Use the or button to select an
image selection method.
2. Press the button.
• If you select [All Images], proceed to
Sub-step 4 in Step 3 (p. 194).
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3
Select images and protect them.
z [Select]
1. Use the or button to select an
image you wish to protect.
2. Press the button.
3. Press the button.
• Pressing the FUNC./SET button again
cancels the setting.
• Repeat the steps above to continue protecting other images.
• You can also protect images in the index playback mode.
z [Select Range]
Refer to Step 4 of “Selecting a Range of
Images” in “Organizing Images by
Category (My Category)” (p. 169), for
details on how to select images.
After selecting images, proceed with
the following steps.
1. Use the or button to select [Protect].
2. Press the button.
3. Press the button.
Protection Icon
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z [Select by Date] [Select by
Category] [Select by Folder]
1. Use the or button to select a
date, category or folder.
2. Press the button.
3. Press the button.
• If a portion of the images are already protected, appears
gray.
• Pressing the FUNC./SET button again cancels the setting.
• You can select multiple dates, categories or folders.
• Use the or button to confirm each date, category or
folder image.
4. Use the or button to select
[Protect].
5. Press the button.
6. Press the button.
• Selecting [Unlock] cancels protection
of the selected image and returns you
to Step 2.
• Selecting [Stop] cancels selection of the protected image and
returns you to Step 2.
• You may cancel the operation by pressing the FUNC./SET
button during [Protect] mode.
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You can erase images from a memory card.
Erasing Images
z Note that erased images cannot be recovered. Exercise
adequate caution before erasing an image.
z Protected images cannot be erased with this function.
Select Erases images after selecting them one at a time.
Select Range
You can select a range of sequential images and
erase all the images in that range.
Select by Date Erases images corresponding to the selected date.
Select by Category Erases all images in the selected category.
Select by Folder Erases all images in the selected folder.
All Images Erases all images on a memory card.
1
Select [Erase].
1. Press the button.
2. Use the or button to select
in the menu.
3. Press the button.
2
Select an image selection
method.
1. Use the or button to select an
image selection method.
2. Press the button.
• Proceed to Sub-step 4 in Step 3
(p. 197) if you select [All Images].
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3
Select images and erase
them.
z [Select]
1. Use the or button to select an
image you wish to erase.
2. Press the button.
3. Press the button to complete the setting.
4. Use the or button to select [OK].
5. Press the button.
• Pressing the FUNC./SET button again cancels the setting.
• You can also protect images in the index playback mode.
z [Select Range]
Refer to Step 4 of “Selecting a Range of
Images” in “Organizing Images by
Category (My Category)” (p. 169), for
details on how to select images.
After selecting images, proceed with
the following steps.
1. Use the or button to select [Erase].
2. Press the button.
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z [Select by Date] [Select by
Category] [Select by Folder]
1. Use the or button to select a
date, category or folder.
2. Press the button.
3. Press the button.
• Pressing the FUNC./SET button again cancels the setting.
• You can select multiple dates, categories or folders.
• Use the or button to confirm each date, category or
folder image.
4. Use the or button to select
[OK].
5. Press the button.
• Selecting [Cancel] cancels selection
of the image you are about to erase.
• Pressing the FUNC./SET button while
erasing is in progress cancels the procedure.
Please format the memory card when you want to erase not
only image data but also all the data contained on the card
(p. 69).
Print Settings/Transfer Settings
198
Print Settings/Transfer 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. This is extremely convenient for printing on a direct print
compatible printer, or for sending the images to a photo developing
service that supports DPOF.
Setting the Print Style
After setting the print style, select the images for printing. The following
settings can be selected.
* Default setting.
Setting the DPOF Print Setting
The icon may display for a memory card with print settings
set by a different DPOF-compliant camera. These settings will
be overwritten by those set by your camera.
Print Type
Standard* Prints one image per page.
Index
Prints the selected images together at a
reduced size in an index format.
Both
Prints the images in both the standard and
index formats.
Date (On/Off*) Adds the date to the print.
File No. (On*) Adds the file number to the print.
Clear DPOF data (On*) Clears all print settings after the images print.
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199
1
Select [Print Settings].
1. Press the button.
2. Press the button.
3. Use the or button to select the
menu.
4. Use the or button to select
[Print Settings].
5. Press the button.
2
Make settings.
1. Use the or button to select
[Print Type], [Date], [File No.] or
[Clear DPOF data].
2. Use the or button to specify the
settings.
3. Press the button.
z The Date and File No. settings change according to the Print
Type as follows.
- [Index]:
[Date] and [File No.] cannot be set to [On] at the same time.
- [Standard] or [Both]:
[Date] and [File No.] can be set to [On] at the same time,
however, the printable information may vary between
printers.
z Dates print in the style specified in the [Date/Time] menu
(p. 52).
Print Settings/Transfer Settings
200
Image Selection Methods
Select Images & Qty. Configures print settings for single images as you
view them.
Select Range You can select a range of sequential images and
make print settings for all the images in that range.
Select by Date Configures print settings for images corresponding
to the selected date.
Select by Category Configures print settings for images in the selected
category.
Select by Folder Configures print settings for images in the selected
folder.
Select All Images Configures print settings for all images.
Clear All Selections Removes all print settings from images.
Print settings are configured for each image individually. With
the [Select Images & Qty.] option, you can only set the number
of copies to print when the [Print Type] option is set to
[Standard] or [Both] (p. 198).
1
Select an image selection
method.
1. Press the button.
2. Press the button.
3. Use the or button to select the
menu.
4. Use the or button to select an
image selection method.
5. Press the button.
• When selecting [Select All Images] go to Sub-step 4 in Step 2
(p. 202).
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2
Select an image and make print settings.
z [Select Images & Qty.]
Selection methods differ for the Print Type settings (p. 198).
Standard ( )/Both ( ) (p. 198)
1. Use the or button to select an
image.
2. Press the button.
3. Use the or button to select the
number of print copies (up to 99).
4. Press the button.
Index ( ) (p. 198)
1. Use the or button to select an
image.
2. Press the button to select or
deselect it.
3. Press the button.
• You can also select images in the
index playback mode.
• Pressing the MENU button will end the setting.
z [Select Range]
Refer to Step 4 of “Selecting a Range of Images” in “Organizing
Images by Category (My Category)” (p. 169), for details on how to
select images.
After selecting images, proceed with the following steps.
1. Use the or button to select [Order].
2. Press the button.
3. Press the button.
Number of Print Copies
Index Print Selection
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202
z [Select by Date] [Select by
Category] [Select by Folder]
1. Use the or button to select a
date, category or folder.
2. Press the button.
3. Press the button.
• Pressing the FUNC./SET button again cancels the setting.
• You can select multiple dates, categories or folders.
• Pressing the or button will allow you to check the
images by date, category or folder.
4. Use the or button to select
[OK].
5. Press the button.
• Selecting [Cancel] cancels print
settings of the selected image and
returns you to Step 1.
z The output of some printers or photo developing services
may not reflect the specified print settings.
z Print settings cannot be set for movies and .
z Images are printed in order according to the file number.
z A maximum of 998 images can be selected.
z If you are connected to a printer, the button will light
blue while you are selecting images. You can start printing at
this point by pressing the button, confirming that
[Print] is selected and pressing the FUNC./SET button.
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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 Digital Print Order Format (DPOF) standards.
Single Images
Setting the DPOF Transfer Settings
The icon may display for a memory card with transfer
settings set by a different DPOF-compliant camera. These
settings will be overwritten by those set by your camera.
1
Select [Transfer Order].
1. Press the button.
2. Press the button.
3. Use the or button to select
in the menu.
4. Press the button.
2
Select [Order].
1. Use the or button to select
[Order].
2. Press the button.
• Selecting [Reset] cancels all transfer
order settings.
3
Select an image.
1. Use the or button to select an
image to transfer.
2. Press the button.
• Pressing the FUNC./SET button
again deselects the setting.
• You can also select images in the
index playback mode.
3. Press the button several times to end the setting.
Transfer Selection
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204
All the Images on a Memory Card
1
Select [Transfer Order].
1. Press the button.
2. Use the or button to select
in the menu.
3. Press the button.
2
Select [Mark all].
1. Use the or button to select
[Mark all].
2. Press the button.
• Selecting [Reset] cancels all transfer
order settings.
3
Select [OK].
1. Use the or button to select
[OK].
2. Press the button.
3. Press the button.
z Images are transferred in order according to the file number.
z A maximum of 998 images can be selected.
Connecting a TV set
205
Connecting a TV set
You can shoot or play back images on a television with the supplied
AV cable.
Viewing Images on a TV set
1
Turn off the camera and the TV.
2
Connect the AV cable to the
camera’s A/V OUT terminal.
• Open the camera’s terminal cover and
plug the AV cable in all the way.
3
Plug the other ends of the
AV cable to the VIDEO IN
and AUDIO IN jacks on the
TV.
4
Turn on the TV and switch it to Video mode.
5
Turn on the camera.
VIDEO
Yellow
Black
AUDIO
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z The video output signal can be switched (NTSC or PAL) to
accommodate different regional standards (pp. 47, 52). The
default setting varies between regions.
- NTSC: Japan, U.S.A., Canada, Taiwan and others
- PAL: Europe, Asia (excluding Taiwan), Oceania and others
- If the video system is set incorrectly, the camera output
may not display properly.
z When the camera is set to shooting mode, you can take
pictures while displaying images on the television.
Customizing the Camera (My Camera Settings)
207
Customizing the Camera (My Camera Settings)
My Camera allows you to customize the start-up image and startup,
operation, self-timer and shutter sounds. You can change and register
these settings, enabling you to customize the camera to suit your own
tastes.
Changing My Camera Settings
1
Select the menu item.
1. Press the button.
2. Use the or button to select the
menu.
3. Use the or button to select the
menu item.
• Select [Theme] to set all to the same settings.
2
Make settings.
1. Use the or button to select the
contents you wish to set.
2. Press the button.
When [Shutter Sound] is set to or , a shutter sound
matching the shutter speed will play.
Customizing the Camera (My Camera Settings)
208
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.
Registering My Camera Settings
A computer is required to restore the My Camera settings to the
defaults. Use the supplied software (ZoomBrowser EX/
ImageBrowser) to restore the default settings to the camera.
1
Select the menu item.
1. Press the button.
2. Press the button.
3. Use the or button to select the
menu.
4. Use the or button to select the
menu item you wish to register.
• Select [Theme] to register all to the same settings.
2
Select .
1. Use the or button to select .
2. Press the button.
3
Select an image or record a sound you wish to
register.
z Start-up Image
1. Use the or button to select the
image you wish to register.
2. Press the button.
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209
z Start-up, Operation, Self-timer and
Shutter Sounds
1. Use the or button to select
(Record).
2. Press the button.
3. After recording, use the or
button to select (Register).
4. Press the button.
• Recording will automatically stop when the recording time
elapses.
• To play it, select (Play).
• To return the My Camera menu, press (Exit).
4
Register.
1. Use the or button to select
[OK].
2. Press the button.
z The following cannot be registered as My Camera settings.
-Movies
- Sounds recorded with the sound memo function (p. 189)
and sound recorder (p. 190)
z The prior setting is erased when a new My Camera setting is
added.
See the supplied Software Starter Guide for more information
on creating and adding to the My Camera data.
Troubleshooting
210
Troubleshooting
• Camera (p. 210)
• When the power is turned on (p. 211)
• LCD monitor (p. 211)
• Shooting (p. 213)
• Shooting movies (p. 217)
• Playback (p. 218)
• Battery/Battery Charger (p. 219)
• TV monitor output (p. 219)
• Printing with a direct print compatible printer (p. 219)
Camera
Camera will not operate.
Power is not turned on. z Press the power button (p. 42).
Memory card slot/battery
cover is open.
z Confirm that the cover is securely
closed (p. 11).
Battery charge is low and
the camera will not
operate.
(“Change the battery
pack” message displays).
z Insert a fully charged battery into the
camera (p. 10).
z Use the AC Adapter Kit ACK-DC20
(sold separately) (p. 234).
Poor contact between
camera and battery
terminals.
z Polish the terminals with a soft cotton
swab before charging or using the
battery (p. 230).
Sounds come from the camera interior.
The camera’s horizontal/
vertical orientation was
changed.
z The camera’s orientation mechanism
is operating. There is no malfunction.
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211
When the power is turned on
“Card locked!” message appears.
The SD memory card’s or
SDHC memory card’s
write protect tab is set to
“Write protect”.
z When recording to, erasing from or
formatting the memory card, slide the
write protect tab upward (p. 232).
The Date/Time menu appears.
The built-in rechargeable
lithium battery charge is
low.
z Recharge the built-in battery
immediately (p. 10).
LCD monitor
Nothing displays.
The LCD monitor is set
not to display.
z Press the DISPLAY button to turn on
the LCD monitor (p. 55).
The LCD monitor will shut off during shooting.
If [Power Saving] is set to [Display Off], the power saving function
will shut down the LCD monitor while shooting in mode. The
LCD monitor will turn on if a button other than the power switch or
shutter button is operated.
Camera screen is black at start-up
Incompatible image has
been selected as the
startup image in the My
Camera Settings.
z Change the start-up image in the My
Camera Settings (p. 207) or use the
supplied ZoomBrowser EX or
ImageBrowser program to restore the
default settings. See ZoomBrowser
EX/ImageBrowser Software User
Guide (PDF) for ZoomBrowser EX or
ImageBrowser.
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The display darkens.
The image in the LCD
monitor will darken in
strong sunlight or bright
light.
z This is a normal occurrence in devices
containing CCDs and does not
constitute a malfunction (this image
will not be recorded when shooting
still images, but it will be recorded
when shooting movies).
Display flickers.
Display flickers when shot
under fluorescent lighting.
z This is not a camera malfunction
(flickering recorded in movies, but not
in still images).
A bar of light (purplish red) appears on the LCD
Monitor
Sometimes appears when
shooting a bright subject,
such as the sun or other
light source.
z This is a normal occurrence in devices
containing CCDs and does not
constitute a malfunction (this bar of
light will not be recorded when
shooting still images, but it will be
recorded when shooting movies).
z Setting the ND Filter on may reduce
this bar of light (p. 132).
appears.
A slow shutter speed has
likely been selected
because of insufficient
lighting.
z Set the Image Stabilizer to other than
[Off] (p. 82).
z Raise the ISO speed (p. 84).
z Set the Auto ISO Shift (p. 133).
z Set the flash to any setting other than
(flash off) (p. 74).
z Set the self-timer and secure the
camera to something, such as a tripod
(p. 76).
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213
appears.
This displays when using
a memory card that has
print settings, transfer
settings or slide show
image settings set by
other DPOF-compliant
cameras.
z These settings will be overwritten by
those set by your camera (pp. 198,
203, 176).
Noise displays./Subject’s movements are
irregular.
Camera automatically
lightened the image
displayed on the LCD
monitor to make it easier
to see when shooting in a
dark area (p. 57).
z There is no effect on the recorded
image.
Shooting
Camera will not record.
Camera is in playback
mode.
z Switch to Shooting mode (p. 54).
Flash is charging. z When the flash is charged, the
indicator will light orange. Shooting is
now possible (p. 44).
Memory card is full. z Insert a new memory card (p. 12).
z If required, download the images to a
computer and erase them from the
memory card to make space.
Memory card is not
formatted correctly.
z Format the memory card (p. 69).
z If reformatting does not work, the
memory card logic circuits may be
damaged. Consult the nearest Canon
Customer Support Help Desk.
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SD memory card or SDHC
memory card is write
protected.
z Slide the write protect tab upward
(p. 232).
Image Seen in Viewfinder vs. Recorded Image.
Usually the recorded
image contains more of
the scene than is seen in
the viewfinder.
z Confirm the actual image size with the
LCD monitor. Use the LCD monitor
when taking close-up shots (p. 75).
Image is blurred or out of focus.
The camera moves when
the shutter button is
pressed.
z Confirm the procedures in
“ appears” (p. 212).
AF-assist Beam is set to
[Off].
z In dark places where it is difficult for
the camera to focus, the AF-assist
Beam will emit to assist focusing. As
the AF-assist Beam will not function
when turned off, set it [On] to activate
it (p. 49). Take care not to obstruct the
AF-assist Beam with your hand when
used.
Subject is out of focal
range.
z Shoot with the subject at the correct
focusing distance (p. 252).
z The camera may be set to an
unintended function (such as macro).
Cancel the setting.
The subject is hard to
focus on.
z Use the focus lock, AF lock or manual
focus to shoot (p. 123).
Subject in recorded image is too dark.
Insufficient light for
shooting.
z Set the built-in flash to (Flash on)
(p. 74).
z Use a high-output externally mounted
flash.
z Set [ND Filter] to [Off] (p. 132).
The subject is
underexposed because
the surroundings are too
bright.
z Set the exposure compensation to a
positive (+) setting (p. 135).
z Use the AE lock or spot metering
function (pp. 128, 136).
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Subject is too far away for
flash to reach.
z Shoot within correct flash range of the
subject when using the built-in flash
(p. 253).
z Raise the ISO speed and then shoot
(p. 84).
Subject in recorded image is too bright, or image
flashes white.
Subject is too close,
making the flash too
strong.
z Shoot within correct flash range of the
subject when using the built-in flash
(p. 253).
z Set the safety FE to [On] (p. 152).
The subject is
overexposed because the
surroundings are too dark.
z Set the exposure compensation to a
negative (–) setting (p. 135).
z Use the AE lock or spot metering
function (pp. 128, 136).
z Set [ND Filter] to [On] (p. 132).
Too much light is shining
directly into the camera, or
is being reflected off the
subject.
z Change the shooting angle.
Flash is set to (Flash
on).
z Set the flash to (Flash off) (p. 74).
Image contains noise.
ISO speed is too high. z Higher ISO speeds and (High ISO
Auto) setting may increase image
noise. For higher image quality, use
as low an ISO speed as possible
(p. 84).
z In , , , , , , ,
and modes in the mode, the
ISO speed increases and noise can
appear.
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White dots appear on the image.
Light from the flash has
reflected off dust particles
or insects in the air. This is
particularly noticeable
when shooting using the
wide angle or when you
increase the aperture
value in the aperture-
priority mode.
z This is a phenomenon that occurs
with digital cameras and does not
constitute a malfunction.
Eyes appear red.
Light is reflected back
from the eyes when the
flash is used in dark
areas.
z Shoot with [Red-Eye] set to [On]
(p. 113). For this mode to be effective,
the subject must be looking right at
the red-eye reduction lamp. Try
asking them to look directly at the
lamp. Even better results can be
obtained by increasing the lighting in
indoor settings or approaching closer
to the subject. The shutter will not
activate for approximately 1 second
after the red-eye reduction lamp fires
in order to improve the effect.
z You can correct red eyes in recorded
images using the [Red-Eye
Correction] (p. 180).
Continuous shooting slows down.
The memory card’s
performance has dropped.
z To enhance the continuous shooting
performance, you are recommended
to low level format the memory card in
the camera after you save all its
images to your computer (p. 69).
Recording images to memory card takes a long
time.
Memory card was
formatted in another
device.
z Use a memory card formatted in your
camera (p. 69).
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Lens will not retract.
Memory card slot/battery
cover was opened with
power on.
z After closing the memory card slot/
battery cover, turn the power on then
back off.
Shooting movies
The recording time may not display properly or
shooting may stop unexpectedly.
The following types of
memory cards are used.
- Slow recording cards.
- Cards formatted on a
different camera or a
computer.
- Cards which have had
images recorded and
erased repeatedly.
z Although the recording time may not
display properly during shooting, the
movie will be recorded correctly on
the memory card. Recording time will
display properly if you format the
memory card in this camera
(excluding slow recording memory
cards) (p. 69).
“!” displayed on the LCD monitor in red and
shooting automatically stopped.
There is insufficient free
space in the camera’s
built-in memory.
z Try the following procedures.
- Format the card with a low level
format before filming (p. 69).
- Lower the recording pixels or frame
rate (p. 106).
- Use a high-speed memory card
(SDC-512MSH, etc.).
Zoom does not operate.
Zoom lever was pressed
while shooting in movie
mode.
z Operate the zoom before shooting in
movie mode (p. 71). Note the digital
zoom is available while shooting (only
in Standard movie mode).
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Playback
Cannot play back.
You attempted to play
back images shot with
another camera or images
edited with a computer.
z Computer images that cannot be
played back may play back if they are
added to the camera using the
supplied software program
ZoomBrowser EX or ImageBrowser.
See ZoomBrowser EX/ImageBrowser
Software User Guide (PDF).
File name was changed
with a computer or file
location was changed.
z Set the file name or location on the file
format/structure of the camera. (Refer
to the Software Starter Guide for
details).
Images cannot be edited.
Some images shot with another camera cannot be edited.
Movies do not play back correctly.
Movies recorded with high recording pixels may momentarily stop
playing if played on slow reading memory cards.
You may experience frame dropping and audio breakup when
playing back a movie on a computer with insufficient system
resources.
Reading images from memory card is slow.
Memory card was
formatted in another
device.
z Use a memory card formatted in your
camera (p. 69).
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Battery/Battery Charger
Battery consumed quickly.
Battery is not being used
to its full capacity.
z See Battery Handling Precautions
(p. 230).
Battery life exceeded if
battery loses its charge
quickly at normal
temperature (23°C/73°F).
z Replace the battery with a new one
(p. 11).
Battery will not charge.
Battery life exceeded. z Replace the battery with a new one
(p. 11).
TV monitor output
Image is distorted or not showing on TV monitor.
Incorrect video system
setting.
z Set the video system to the
appropriate setting, NTSC or PAL, for
your TV (p. 52).
Shooting in Stitch Assist
mode.
z The output will not appear on a TV in
Stitch Assist mode. Shoot in a
different mode (p. 100).
Printing with a direct print compatible printer
Cannot print.
The camera and printer
are not properly
connected.
z Securely connect the camera and
printer with the specified cable.
The printer power is not
turned on.
z Turn on the printer power.
The print connection
method is not correct.
z In the (Set up) menu, select [Print
Method] and select [Auto] (p. 52).
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List of Messages
The following messages may appear on the LCD monitor during
shooting or playback.
Please refer to the Direct Print User Guide for the messages that
display during a printer connection.
Busy...
Image is being recorded to the memory card, or the playback mode
is starting up.
No memory card
You turned on the camera without a memory card installed, or with a
memory card installed in the wrong orientation (p. 12).
Card locked!
The SD memory card or SDHC memory card is write protected
(p. 232).
Cannot record!
You attempted to shoot an image without a memory card installed,
with a memory card installed in the wrong orientation, or attempted
to attach a sound memo to a movie.
Memory card error
The memory card may be malfunctioning. By formatting the
malfunctioning memory card with the camera, you may be able to
continue using it (p. 69). 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. In addition, no more image settings, or sounds or sound
memos can be recorded.
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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]; alternatively,
save all the images you wish to retain onto a computer, then
reformat the memory card. Please note that formatting will erase all
the existing images and other data.
Change the battery pack.
Battery charge is insufficient to operate the camera. Replace it at
once with a charged one or recharge the battery.
No image
No images recorded on memory card.
Image too large
You attempted to play back an image larger than 5616 × 3744 pixels
or with a large data size.
Incompatible JPEG
You attempted to play back an incompatible JPEG image (an image
that has been downloaded to a computer and altered., etc.).
RAW
You attempted to play back a different type of RAW image.
Unidentified Image
You attempted to play back a corrupted image, an incompatible
image (proprietary format used by another manufacturer’s camera,
etc.), an image edited on a computer or a movie clip recorded by
another camera.
Cannot magnify!
You attempted to magnify an image recorded in a different camera
or data type, an image edited with a computer, or a movie.
Cannot rotate
You attempted to rotate an image recorded in a different camera or
data type, an image edited with a computer.
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Incompatible WAVE
A sound memo cannot be added to this image since the data type of
the existing sound memo is incorrect, or the sound memo cannot be
played back.
Cannot register this image!
You attempted to register an image recorded in a different camera,
a Raw image or a movie as a startup image.
Cannot modify image
You attempted to resize or perform red eye correction on a movie,
RAW image or an image recorded with another camera; or you
attempted to resize an image recorded using , or already resized
to .
Cannot assign to category
You attempted to categorize an image recorded in a different
camera.
Cannot Modify
Cannot apply red-eye correction as no red-eye is detected.
Cannot transfer!
When transferring images to your computer using the Direct
Transfer menu, you attempted to select a RAW image, an image
with corrupted data, an image taken with a different camera or data
type. You may have also attempted to select a movie when
[Wallpaper] was selected in the Direct Transfer menu.
Protected!
You attempted to erase or edit a protected image, movie or sound
memo.
Too many marks
Too many images have been marked with print settings, transfer
settings or slide show image settings. Cannot process any more.
Cannot complete!
Could not save a part of the print, transfer or slide show settings.
Unselectable image
You attempted to set the print settings for a non-JPEG image.
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Cannot select
In selecting the image range for categorizing via the My Category
function, protecting images, erasing images or specifying print
settings, you selected a starting image with a file number higher
than the last image or a last image with a file number lower than the
starting image. Or, you specified more than 500 images.
Communication error
The computer was unable to download the image due to the large
amount of images (approx. 1000) stored on the memory card. Use a
USB card reader or a PCMCIA card adapter to download the
images.
Lens error, restart camera
An error was detected while the lens was in motion, and the power
has been automatically turned off. This error can occur if you hold
the lens while it is in motion or you operate it in a location with
excessive dust or sand in the air. 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.
Exx
(xx: number) Camera detected an error. Turn the power off and then
back on, then shoot or play back. A problem exists if the error code
reappears. Note the number and contact your Canon Customer
Support Help Desk. If an error code displays directly after taking a
picture, the shot may not have been recorded. Check image in
playback mode.
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Appendix
z Before using the camera, please ensure that you read the safety
precautions described below. Always ensure that the camera is
operated correctly.
z 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.
z Equipment refers to the camera, battery charger, compact power
adapter (sold separately) and car battery charger (sold separately).
z Battery refers to the battery pack.
Safety Precautions
Warnings
Equipment
z Do not point the camera directly at the sun or bright light
sources.
• Doing so could damage the cameras CCD.
• Doing so can damage your eyesight.
z Store this equipment out of the reach of children and infants.
• Neck strap: Placement of the strap around the child’s neck could
result in asphyxiation.
• Memory card: It may be swallowed accidentally. If this occurs,
contact a doctor immediately.
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z Do not attempt to disassemble or alter any part of the
equipment that is not expressly described in this guide.
z To avoid the risk of high-voltage electrical shock, do not touch
the flash portion of the camera if it has been damaged.
z Stop operating the equipment immediately if it emits smoke or
noxious fumes.
z Do not allow the equipment to come into contact with, or
become immersed in, water or other liquids. If the exterior
comes into contact with liquids or salt air, wipe it dry with a
soft, absorbent cloth.
Continued use of the equipment may result in fire or electrical shock.
Immediately turn the camera power off and remove the camera battery
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.
z Do not use substances containing alcohol, benzine, thinners or
other flammable substances to clean or maintain the
equipment.
z Do not cut, damage, alter or place heavy items on the power
cord.
z Use only recommended power accessories.
z Remove the power cord on a regular periodic basis and wipe
away the dust and dirt that collects on the plug, the exterior of
the power outlet and the surrounding area.
z Do not handle the power cord if your hands are wet.
Continued use of the equipment may result in fire or electrical shock.
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Battery
z Do not place the batteries near a heat source or expose it to
direct flame or heat.
z The batteries should not be immersed in water or sea water.
z Do not attempt to disassemble, alter or apply heat to the
batteries.
z Avoid dropping or subjecting the batteries to severe impacts
that could damage the casing.
z Use only recommended batteries and accessories.
Use of batteries not expressly recommended for this equipment may
cause explosions or leaks, resulting in fire, injury and damage to the
surroundings. In the event that a battery leaks and the eyes, mouth,
skin or clothing contact these substances, immediately flush with water
and seek medical assistance.
z Disconnect the battery charger and compact power adapter
from both the camera and the power outlet after recharging or
when not in use to avoid fire and other hazards.
z Do not place anything, such as tablecloths, carpets, bedding or
cushions, on top of the battery charger while it is charging.
Continued use over a long period may cause the units to overheat and
distort, resulting in fire.
z When recharging the battery, use only a specified battery
charger.
z The battery charger and compact power adapter are designed
for exclusive use with this equipment. Do not use it with other
products.
There is a risk of overheating and distortion which could result in fire or
electrical shock.
z Before you discard a battery, cover the terminals with tape or
other insulators to prevent direct contact with other objects.
Contact with the metallic components of other materials in waste
containers may lead to fire or explosions.
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Others
z 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.
z Keep objects that are sensitive to magnetic fields (such as
credit cards) away from the speaker of the camera.
Such items may lose data or stop working.
z When using the optional Canon Wide Converter, Tele
Converter or Conversion Lens Adapter, be sure to attach them
firmly.
If the lens becomes loose and falls off, it may crack, and the shards of
glass may lead to cuts.
Cautions
Equipment
z Do not get the camera caught on other objects or subject it to
strong impacts or shocks when wearing or holding it by the
neck strap.
z Be careful not to bump or strongly push the end of the lens.
The above-mentioned could lead to injury or damage the equipment.
z Do not store the equipment in humid or dusty areas.
z Do not allow metal objects (such as pins or keys) or dirt to
contact the charger terminals or plug.
Such conditions could lead to fire, electrical shock or other damage.
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z Avoid using, placing or storing the equipment in places subject
to strong sunlight or high temperatures, such as the dashboard
or trunk (boot) of a car.
z Do not use the camera in such a way that would cause it to
exceed the rating of the power outlet or wiring. Do not use if the
power cord or plug are damaged, or if not fully plugged into the
outlet.
z Do not use in locations with poor ventilation.
The above-mentioned can cause leakage, overheating or explosion,
resulting in fire, burns or other injuries. High temperatures may also
cause deformation of the casing.
z When not using the camera for extended periods of time,
remove the battery from the camera or battery charger and
store the equipment in a safe place.
If the batteries are left inside the camera, damage caused by leakage
may occur.
Flash
z Do not operate the flash with dirt, dust or other items stuck to
the surface of the flash.
z 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.
z Do not touch the surface of the flash after taking several
pictures in rapid succession.
Doing so could result in burns.
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Preventing Malfunctions
Avoid Strong Magnetic Fields
z Never place the camera in close proximity to electric motors or
other equipment generating strong electromagnetic fields.
Exposure to strong magnetic fields may cause malfunctions or corrupt
image data.
Avoid Condensation Related Problems
z When moving the equipment rapidly between hot and cold
temperatures, you can avoid condensation by placing the
equipment in an airtight, resealable plastic bag and letting it
adjust to temperature changes slowly before removing it from
the bag.
Moving the equipment rapidly between hot and cold temperatures may
cause condensation (water droplets) to form on its external and
internal surfaces.
If Condensation Forms Inside the Camera
z Stop using the camera immediately.
Continued use may damage the equipment. Remove the memory card
and battery or compact power adapter from the camera and wait until
the moisture evaporates completely before resuming use.
Battery Handling
Battery Charge
The following icon and message will display.
Display Summary
Sufficient battery charge.
If you are planning to use the camera for a long period
of time, you are recommended to use a fully charged
battery, or, to charge the battery in advance.
(Blinking Red)
Battery charge is low. Recharge the battery.
Change the
battery pack.
Battery charge is insufficient to operate the camera.
Replace the battery immediately.
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Battery Handling Precautions
z Keep the battery terminals clean at all times.
Dirty terminals may cause poor contact between the battery and
camera. Polish the terminals with a soft cotton swab before charging
or using the battery.
z At low temperatures, battery performance may be reduced and
the low battery icon ( ) may appear earlier than usual.
Under these conditions, revive the battery by warming it in a pocket
immediately before use.
z However, ensure that there are no metallic items in the pocket
that could cause a short circuit, such as a key ring, etc.
The battery may short circuit.
z Do not allow any metal objects such as key rings to touch the
( ) and ( ) terminals (Fig. A). To carry the battery or store it
during periods of disuse, always replace the terminal cover
(Fig.B).
These conditions can damage the battery. You may be able to check
the charge state depending upon how the terminal cover is attached
(Fig. C, D).
z You are recommended to use it in the camera until it is
completely discharged and to store it in an indoor location with
low relative humidity and between the temperatures of 0 –
30 °C (32 – 86 °F).
Storing a fully charged battery for long periods of time (about one
year) may shorten its life cycle or affect its performance. If you do not
use the battery for long periods of time, charge it fully and discharge it
fully in the camera about once a year before returning it to storage.
Fig. C
Fully Charged
Battery
Fig. D
Used Battery
Insert the battery pack so
the blue area is visible.
Attach in the opposite
way of Fig. C.
Fig. A Fig. B
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Charging the Battery
z Since this is a lithium-ion battery, you need not completely
discharge it before recharging.
z It takes approximately 1 hours 45 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.
• Charge times may vary according to the ambient temperature and
the battery’s charge state.
z You are advised to charge the battery on the day of use, or one
day before, to ensure a full charge.
Even charged batteries continue to discharge naturally.
z If the performance of the battery diminishes substantially even
when it is fully charged, its life has been exceeded and it
should be replaced.
U.S.A. and Canada only:
The Lithium ion/polymer battery that powers the product
is recyclable.
Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY for information on how to
recycle this battery.
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Handling the Memory Card
SD Memory Card or SDHC Memory Card
Write Protect Tab
Cautions When Handling
z Memory cards are high-precision electronic devices. Do not
bend them, apply force to them, or subject them to shocks or
vibration.
z Do not attempt to disassemble or alter the memory card.
z Do not allow dirt, water or foreign objects to contact the
terminals on the back of the card. Do not touch the terminals
with your hands or metal objects.
z Do not peel away the original label on the memory card or
cover it with another label or sticker.
z When writing on the memory card, do not use a pencil or ball-
point pen. Only use a soft point pen (e.g. felt-tip pen).
z Do not use or store memory cards in the following locations.
• Locations subject to dust or sand
• Locations subject to high humidity and high temperatures
z Since some or all of the data recorded on the memory card may
be corrupted or erased by electrical noise, static electricity or
card malfunction, making a backup copy of important data is
recommended.
Slide the switch up.
Slide the switch down
(you can protect the
images and other
data on the card).
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P
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Writing/Erasing Possible
Writing/Erasing Impossible
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Formatting
z Please note that formatting (initializing) an memory card erases
all data, including protected images.
z You are recommended to use memory cards that have been
formatted in your camera.
• The card supplied with the camera may be used without further
formatting.
• 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. When that
happens, reformat the memory card with this camera.
z If formatting in the camera does not work properly, turn the
camera off and re-insert the memory card. Then turn the
camera back on and format again.
z 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 card and does
not ensure that its contents are completely deleted. When
disposing of a memory card, take precautions, such as
physically destroying the card, to prevent personal information
leaks.
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Using the AC Adapter Kit ACK-DC20
It is best to power the camera with AC Adapter Kit ACK-DC20 (sold
separately) when you are using it for long periods of time or connecting
it to a computer.
Using the Power Kits (Sold Separately)
Turn the camera power off before connecting or disconnecting
the AC adapter.
1
Attach the power
cord to the compact
power adapter and
plug it into a power
outlet.
2
Connect the DC plug of
the compact power
adapter cable to the
DC Coupler DR-20
terminal.
3
Open the cover, then
insert the DC Coupler
until it is locked.
Compact Power
Adapter
CA-PS700
Connect to Power
Supply
DC Coupler
DR-20
Battery lock
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Using the Car Battery Charger CBC-NB2
Car Battery Charger CBC-NB2 (sold separately) can be used to charge
battery packs from an automobile’s cigarette lighter socket.
Always ensure that the automobile’s engine is running when you use
the car battery charger. Use of it with the engine off may flatten the
battery. Always unplug the car battery charger before turning off the
engine.
4
Press and hold the DC
Coupler cable cover
using the cable, then
close the memory
card slot/battery
cover.
• Always disconnect the
compact power adapter from
the power supply after use.
z The battery will stop charging whenever you turn the engine
off, so be sure to unplug the car battery cable from the
cigarette lighter socket.
z Wait until the engine is running again to plug the car battery
cable into the cigarette lighter socket.
z The car battery charger can only be used in a negative
ground car. It cannot be used in a positive ground car.
1
With the engine running, plug
the car battery cable into the
cigarette lighter socket.
DC Coupler
Cable Cover
To the cigarette
lighter socket
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When attaching the Wide Converter WC-DC58B and Tele-converter
TC-DC58C (each sold separately) you also need the Conversion Lens
Adapter LA-DC58H.
2
Insert the battery pack
all the way into the
battery charger as
shown.
• Align the arrow on the battery
pack and the arrow on the
battery charger to correctly insert
the battery pack in the charger.
• The charge indicator will light red while the battery pack is
charging. It will change to green when the charge is complete.
• After charging, remove the battery pack and unplug the car
battery cable from the cigarette lighter socket.
Using the Lenses (Sold Separately)
z When attaching the wide converter or tele-converter, be
sure to screw it on securely. If they come loose, they may
fall from the lens adapter, posing risk of injury from shattered
glass.
z Never look into the sun or into strong light through the wide
converter or tele-converter as this can result in blindness or
impairment of vision.
Charge
Indicator
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Wide Converter WC-DC58B
Use this converter for taking wide-angle shots. The wide converter
changes the focal length of the camera body’s lens by a factor of 0.75x
(the thread diameter is 58 mm).
Tele-converter TC-DC58C
This lens is used for taking telephoto shots. The lens changes the focal
length of the camera body’s lens by a factor of 2x. (the thread diameter
is 58 mm).
Conversion Lens Adapter LA-DC58H
This is a lens adapter required for attaching the wide converter or tele-
converter.
Attaching a Lens
z If the built-in flash is used with the lens hood attached, the
outer edges of shot images (especially the lower right) may
be darkened.
z When using the tele-converter, set the camera near the
maximum telephoto. At other zoom settings, the image will
appear as if its corners have been cut off.
z When using the wide converter, set the camera to the
maximum wide angle.
z If you use the viewfinder for shooting, a portion of the view
will be blocked by these attachments. Please use the LCD
monitor.
It is not possible to attach a lens hood or filter to the wide
converter or tele-converter.
1
Be sure that the camera is turned off.
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238
2
Press the ring release button (a) and hold it
down, and turn the ring in the direction of the
arrow (b).
3
When the { mark on the ring and the z mark
on the camera are aligned, lift off the ring.
4
Align the z mark on the conversion lens
adapter with the z mark on the camera, and
turn the adapter in the direction of the arrows
until locked.
• To remove the conversion lens adapter, turn the adapter in the
opposite direction with holding down the ring release button.
Ring
Ring Release Button
Appendix
239
Changing the Ring Color
You can change the color of the ring using the separately sold Ring
Accessory Kit RAK-DC1.
5
Set the lens on the adapter,
and turn it in the indicated
direction to attach it
securely.
z 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.
z Be careful when handling the lenses since it is easy to get
finger prints on them.
z Be careful not to drop the camera or adapter when removing
the ring.
z When using these lens attachments, you should not shoot
images in mode. It will not be possible to use the
PhotoStitch software from your computer to accurately stitch
the images together.
1
Be sure that the camera is turned off.
2
Press the ring release button (a) and hold it
down, and turn the ring in the direction of the
arrow (b).
Ring
Ring Release Button
Appendix
240
3
When the { mark on the ring and the z mark
on the camera are aligned, lift off the
ring.
4
Align the { mark on the ring with the z mark
on the camera, and then turn the ring in the
direction of the arrow.
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241
Converter Settings
Set up when shooting using the [IS Mode] (p. 82) by attaching the
Wide Converter WC-DC58B or Tele-converter TC-DC58C, sold
separately.
1
Select [Converter].
1. Press the button.
2. Use the or button to select
[Converter] in the menu.
2
Make settings.
1. Use the or button to select
[WC-DC58B] or [TC-DC58C].
2. Press the button.
• Select the attached converter.
When you remove the converter from the camera, return the
converter setting to [Off].
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242
See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 270).
* Cannot be set in , or mode.
You can make your flash photography even clearer and more natural
appearing with the use of a separately sold externally mounted flash.
The camera’s auto exposure function will operate with a Canon
Speedlite 220EX, 430EX or 580EX II (except with the mode or
when [Flash Mode] is set to [Manual]). Other flashes may fire manually
or not fire at all.
Please check the manual for your flash.
* Certain functions noted in the manuals for the Canon Speedlite 220EX, 430EX and
580EX II cannot be performed when mounted on this camera. Please read this guide
before using one of these flashes on the camera.
Attaching the Externally Mounted Flash
Using an Externally Mounted Flash (Sold
Separately)
Shooting Mode
Since the camera’s auto exposure function will trigger an
externally mounted flash when shooting in or mode,
settings cannot be changed.
1
Attach the flash to the
camera’s hot shoe.
*
Appendix
243
2
Turn the external flash on and turn the camera
on.
• (red) appears on the LCD monitor.
3
Turn the mode dial to the desired mode.
z Speedlite 220E or 430EX*
• The maximum flash synchro shutter speed is 1/250 second.
• The flash will automatically adjust its output when [Flash
Mode] is set to [Auto].
• When [Flash Mode] is set to [Auto] the flash exposure
compensation can be adjusted. When [Flash Mode] is set to
[Manual], the flash output can be adjusted (p. 149).
• When adjusting flash exposure compensation with both the
camera and the flash (E-TTL mode), the flash settings will
take priority and the camera settings will not function (430EX
only).
• In mode or when [Flash Mode] is set to [Manual], the
output of an externally mounted flash can be adjusted in the
flash output adjustment screen (p. 150). When a Speedlite
430EX is mounted on the camera, you can adjust the flash
output from either the flash or the camera (the flash setting
overrides the camera setting when both are set). To set it
from the flash, use the flash’s manual mode. When using
Speed Light 220 EX, adjustment can be made on the camera
only. You can also adjust the flash output even when the
camera is set to the E-TTL automatic flash exposure
compensation mode by changing the flash exposure
compensation setting.
* You can also use the 380EX, 420EX, 550EX and 580EX.
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244
z Speedlite 580EX II
• The maximum flash synchro shutter speed is 1/250 second.
• The flash will automatically adjust its output when [Flash
Mode] is set to [Auto].
• When [Flash Mode] is set to [Auto] the flash exposure
compensation can be adjusted. When [Flash Mode] is set to
[Manual], the flash output can be adjusted (pp. 149, 150).
• In mode or when [Flash Mode] is set to [Manual], the
output of an externally mounted flash can be adjusted in the
flash output adjustment screen (p. 150). You can also adjust
the flash output from the flash. For the optimum aperture
values and ISO speeds for the distance to the subject, refer to
the guide number listed in the flash’s user guide.
You can also adjust the flash output even when the camera is
set to the E-TTL automatic flash exposure compensation
mode by changing the flash exposure compensation setting.
• In mode, you can set the flash output with the camera
even if the flash unit is set to E-TTL automatic flash exposure
compensation. [E-TTL] will display on the flash, but the flash
will fire manually.
z Other Canon Flashes
• Since other flashes fire at full strength, set the shutter speed
and aperture accordingly.
4
Press the shutter button halfway.
• The flash is charged when its pilot lamp lights up.
5
Press the shutter button all the way to shoot
the image.
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245
Setting the Externally Mounted Flash
1
Display the Flash Settings
screen.
1. Hold the button down for
more than one second.
2
Make settings.
1. Use the or button to select the items you wish to set.
2. Use the or button to set the item.
3. Press the button.
• The available settings will vary depending on the flash in use.
For details on settings, refer to the user guide included with your
flash or Speedlite Transmitter.
Speedlite 220EX/430EX Settings
* Default setting.
: Settings are retained even when the camera power is turned off.
1) This can be set when [Flash Mode] is set to [Auto].
2) This can be set when [Flash Mode] is set to [Manual].
Item Options
Shooting mode
Flash Mode
Auto
{* {* {*
–
Manual
{ { {
{*
Flash Exp.Comp
1)
–3 to +3
{ { {
–
Flash Output
2)
1/64 to 1/1 (in 1/3 steps)
{ { { {
Shutter Sync.
1st-curtain
{* {* {* {*
2nd-curtain
{ { { {
Slow Synchro
On
{
{
*
{
{
*
Off
{*
–
{*
–
Safety FE
1)
On
{* {* {*
–
Off
{ { {
{
*
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246
Speedlite 580EX II Settings
* Default setting.
You can also set in [Flash Control] in the menu.
: Settings are retained even when the camera power is turned off.
1) This can be set when [Flash Mode] is set to [Auto].
2) This can be set when [Flash Mode] is set to [Manual].
3) Only [On] and [Off] can be set with the camera, and further settings are made
with the flash.
4) [Slow Synchro] and [Safety FE] can also be returned to their default values
using [Reset All] in the camera’s menu (p. 68).
5) When the flash unit is set to E-TTL automatic flash exposure compensation
mode, the setting will be retained even if the camera is turned off.
Item Options
Shooting mode
Flash Mode
Auto
{* {* {*
–
Manual
{{{
{
*
Flash Exp. Comp
1)
–3 to +3
{{{
–
Flash Output
2)
1/128 to 1/1 (in 1/3 steps)
{{{
{
5)
Shutter Sync.
1st-curtain
{* {* {* {*
2nd-curtain
{{{{
Hi-speed
{{{{
Slow Synchro
On
{
{
*
{
{
*
Off
{*
–
{*
–
Wireless Func.
3)
On
{{{{
Off
{* {* {* {*
Safety FE
1)
On
{* {*
{*
–
Off
{
{
{{*
Clear Flash
Settings
4)
Resets the settings to
their default values.
{{{{
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247
z [Flash Control] will not display when the flash is turned off.
Before making flash settings, turn the flash on.
z When an external flash is mounted, you cannot make built-in
flash settings.
z When adjusting flash exposure compensation with the
camera, set the external flash’s exposure compensation to
[+0].
z If the external flash has been set to stroboscopic flash, the
flash’s set up menu cannot be selected (580EX II only).
z When [Wireless Func.] is set to [On], [Shutter Sync.] cannot
be set to [2nd-curtain]. Even if you set [Shutter Sync.] to
[2nd-curtain] with the camera, it will change to [1st-curtain].
z For continuous shooting, the flash can be in quick flash
mode (pilot lamp lit green). In this case, light emission may
be smaller than with full flash (pilot lamp lit red).
z The focus bracketing mode and the AEB mode cannot be
used for flash photography. If the flash fires, only one image
gets recorded.
z Flashes (especially high-voltage flashes) or flash
accessories made by other manufacturers may override
certain camera functions or cause a camera malfunction.
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248
z The following functions can be used with a Speedlite 220EX,
430EX or 580EX II*.
- Auto Exposure (Use the E-TTL mode with a 430EX or
580EX II)
- FE Lock (Not available in mode or when [Flash Mode] is
[Manual])
- Shutter Sync. (1st-curtain/2nd-curtain) (2nd-curtain priority
with Speedlite 430EX)
-Slow Synchro
-Flash Exp. Comp
- Auto Zoom (Not available with the 220EX)
- Manual flash
- High-speed sync
* You can also use 380EX, 420EX, 550EX and 580EX.
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249
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.
Please read the instructions accompanying the flash along with this
explanation.
Using an Externally Mounted Flash (Sold
Separately)
z The High-Power Flash will not fire under the following
circumstances.
- When shooting in mode
- When [Shutter Sync.] is on [2nd-curtain]
- When [Flash Mode] is on [Manual]
z The flash charge time will lengthen as the battery charge
gets weaker. Always set the power/mode switch to off when
you finish using the flash.
z Be careful not to touch the flash window or sensor windows
with your fingers while the flash is in use.
Tripod
Sockets
Bracket
(Comes with the flash)
Appendix
250
Batteries
z Charge becomes Severely Limited
If the battery usage time has considerably diminished, wipe the battery
terminals well with a dry cloth. The terminals may be dirty from
fingerprints.
z Usage in Cold Temperatures
Get a spare generic lithium battery (CR123A or DL123). You are
recommended to place the spare battery in your pocket to warm it up
before switching it for the battery in the flash.
z Non-Use over Extended Periods
Leaving batteries in the High-Power Flash could allow the battery fluid
to leak, damaging the product. Remove the batteries from the High-
Power Flash and store them in a cool, dry place.
z The flash may fire if another flash is being used in close
proximity.
z The High-Power Flash may not fire outdoors in daylight or
when there are no reflective items.
z For continuous shooting, although the flash fires for the first
shot, it does not fire for subsequent shots.
z Fasten the attachment screws securely so that they do not
loosen. Failure to do so may lead to the dropping of the
camera and flash resulting in damage to both.
z Before attaching the bracket to the flash, check that the
lithium battery (CR123A or DL123) is installed.
z 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.
z A tripod can be used even when the flash is attached.
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251
Camera Body
Gently wipe dirt off the camera body with a soft cloth or eyeglass lens
wiper.
Lens
First use a lens blower brush to remove dust and dirt, then remove any
remaining dirt by wiping the lens lightly with a soft cloth.
Viewfinder and LCD Monitor
Use a lens blower brush to remove dust and dirt. If necessary, gently
wipe with a soft cloth or an eyeglass lens wiper to remove stubborn
dirt.
Camera Care and Maintenance
Never use thinners, benzine, detergents or water to clean the
camera. These substances may distort or damage the
equipment.
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 customer support list supplied
with your camera.
Never rub or press strongly on the LCD monitor. These actions
may damage it or lead to other problems.
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252
All data is based on Canon’s standard testing methods. Subject to
change without notice.
PowerShot G9 (W): Max. wide angle (T): Max. telephoto
Specifications
Camera Effective Pixels : Approx. 12.1 million
Image Sensor : 1/1.7-inch type CCD (Total number of pixels:
Approx. 12.4 million pixels)
Lens : 7.4 (W) – 44.4 (T) mm
(35mm film equivalent: 35 (W) – 210 (T) mm)
f/2.8 (W) – f/4.8 (T)
Digital Zoom : Approx. 4.0x (Up to approx. 24x in combination
with the optical zoom)
Optical Viewfinder : Real-image zoom viewfinder
Picture coverage approx. 80% (representative
value)
Eyepoint:15 mm (0.59 in.)
Dioptric adjustment: –3.0 to +1.0
1
⁄
m
(dpt)
LCD Monitor : 3.0-inch type, low-temperature polycrystalline
silicon TFT color LCD, approx. 230,000 pixels,
picture coverage rate 100%
AF System : TTL autofocus
AF lock and Manual focus are available
AF frame mode: Face Detect/AiAF (9-point)/
Center/FlexiZone
Focusing Range
(From the end of the
lens)
: 50 cm (1.6 ft.) – infinity
Macro: 1 – 50 cm (W) (0.39 in. – 1.6 ft. (W))
Manual focus: 1 cm (0.39 in.) – infinity (W)/
50 cm (1.6 ft.) – infinity (T)
Sports mode: 1 m (3.3 ft.) – infinity (W)/
3 m (9.8 ft.) – infinity (T)
Kids&Pets: 1 m (3.3 ft.) – infinity (W/T)
Shutter : Mechanical shutter and electronic shutter
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253
Shutter Speeds : 15 – 1/2500 sec.
• The shutter speed varies according to the
shooting mode.
• Slow shutter speeds of 15 to 1.3 sec. or slower
operate with noise reduction.
Image Stabilization : Lens-shift type
Continuous/Shoot Only*/Panning*/Off
* Still images only
Metering System : Evaluative*, Center-weighted average or Spot**
* When [Face Detect] is selected, the brightness of the
face is also evaluated.
** Center or AF-point
Exposure
Compensation
: ±2.0 stops in 1/3-stop increments
ISO Speed
(Standard Output
Sensitivity, Recommended
Exposure Index)
: Auto*, High ISO Auto*, ISO 80/100/200/400/
800/1600
* Camera automatically sets the optimal speed.
ND Filter (built-in) : Light intensity reduction: 3 stops (Intensity
becomes 1/8 of actual level)
White Balance : Auto, Day Light, Cloudy, Tungsten, Fluorescent,
Fluorescent H, Flash, Underwater, Custom 1 or
Custom 2
Built-in Flash : Auto, on, off
Flash output compensation (±2.0 stops in 1/3-
stop increments), Red-Eye Reduction, flash
output settings (3 steps), FE Lock, Slow
Synchro, 2nd-curtain Synchro and Safety FE
are available.
Built-in Flash Range : 30 cm – 4.0 m (12 in – 13 ft.) (W)/50 cm – 2.5 m
(1.6 – 8.2 ft.) (T)
(ISO speed: Auto)
External Flash :
Flash output compensation (±3.0 stops in 1/3-
stop increments), red-eye reduction, flash output
settings (19 levels*), FE Lock, Slow Synchro,
2nd-curtain Synchro, High-Speed Sync, Safety
FE and wireless flash (On/Off only) are available.
* 22 levels with 580EX II
Appendix
254
Terminals for External
Flash
: Hot shoe flash-sync contacts
Use of the following external flashes is
recommended:
Canon Speedlite 220EX, 430EX, 580EX and
580EX II.
Shooting Modes : Auto
Creative zone:
Program, Shutter-speed priority,
Aperture priority, Manual, Custom 1,
Custom 2
Image zone:
Special Scene*, Stitch Assist, Movie**
* Portrait, Landscape, Night Scene, Sports, Night
Snapshot, Kids&Pets, Indoor, Foliage, Snow, Beach,
Fireworks, Aquarium, Underwater, ISO 3200, Color
Accent and Color Swap.
** Standard, High Resolution, Compact, Color Accent,
Color Swap and Time Lapse.
Continuous Shooting : Approx. 1.5 shots/sec. (Large/Fine mode)
Approx. 0.7 shots/sec. (Continuous Shooting
AF, Large/Fine mode)
Approx. 0.8 shots/sec. (Continuous Shooting
LV, Large/Fine mode)
Self-timer : Activates shutter after an approx. 10-sec./
approx. 2-sec. delay, Custom Timer
Remote Shooting : Shooting possible when connected to a
computer using supplied software.
Recording Media : SD memory card/SDHC memory card/
MultiMediaCard/MMCplus card/HC MMCplus
card
File Format : Design rule for camera file system and DPOF
compliant
Appendix
255
Data Type : Still images: Exif 2.2 (JPEG)* or RAW (CR2)
:
:
Movies: AVI (Image data: Motion JPEG; Audio
data: WAVE (monaural))
Sound Memo and Sound Recorder: 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.
By connecting to an Exif Print-compliant printer, the
camera’s image data at the time of shooting is used
and optimized, yielding extremely high quality prints.
Compression : Superfine, Fine, Normal
Number of
Recording
Pixels
(Still images)
: Large : 4000 × 3000 pixels
Medium 1 : 3264 × 2448 pixels
Medium 2 : 2592 × 1944 pixels
Medium 3 : 1600 × 1200 pixels
Small : 640 × 480 pixels
Widescreen : 4000 × 2248 pixels
RAW : 4000 × 3000 pixels
(Movies) :
:
:
:
Standard, Color Accent and Color Swap
: 640 × 480 pixels (30 frames/sec.)
640 × 480 pixels (30 frames/sec. LP)
: 320 × 240 pixels (30 frames/sec.)
Recording can continue until the memory card is
full* (can record up to a maximum of 4 GB at
one time)**
High Resolution: 1024 × 768 pixels (15 frames/sec.)
Recording can continue until the memory card is
full* (can record up to a maximum of 4 GB at
one time)**
Compact: 160 × 120 (15 frames/sec.)
Maximum recording length per clip: 3 min.
Time Lapse
640 × 480 pixels (1 frame/sec. (shooting
interval: 1 sec.), 0.5 frames/sec. (shooting
interval: 2 sec.))
(15 frames/sec. during playback)
Can record for 2 hours.
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256
* Using super high-speed memory cards (SDC- 512
MSH recommended).
** 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 will stop after
one hour of continuous recording even if the
recorded data volume has not reached 4 GB.
Audio : Quantization Bit Rate: 16 bit
Sampling Rate
Sound Memos, Movie (Compact): 11.025 kHz
Movie (other than Compact): 44.100 kHz
Sound Recorder: 11.025 kHz, 22.050 kHz,
44.100 kHz
Playback Modes : Single (histogram displayable), Index (9
thumbnail images)/Magnified (approx. 10x max.
in LCD monitor, forward or reverse selection
through magnified images possible), Red-Eye
Correction, My Category, Jump (it is possible to
jump to every tenth or hundredth image, to the
first image of each shooting date, to movies or
to the first image in each category or folder. In
index playback mode, it displays 9 images at
once.), Slide Show, My Colors, Sound memos
(it is possible to record and playback up to 1
min.), Movie (editing/slowmotion playback
possible), Sound recorder (up to 2 hours. of
recording/playback of sound only), 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
Interface : USB 2.0 Hi-Speed (mini-B), PTP (Picture
Transfer Protocol)
Audio/Video output (NTSC or PAL selectable,
monaural audio)
Communication
Settings
:MTP, PTP
Appendix
257
Battery Capacity (Battery Pack NB-2LH (Fully
charged))
z The actual figures will vary according to the shooting conditions and
settings.
z Movie data is excluded.
z At low temperatures, the battery performance may diminish and the
low battery icon may appear very rapidly. In these circumstances,
the performance can be improved by warming the battery in a pocket
before use.
Power Source : Battery Pack NB-2LH (Rechargeable lithiumion
battery)
AC Adapter Kit ACK-DC20
Operating
Temperatures
: 0 – 40 °C (32 – 104 °F)
Operating Humidity : 10 – 90 %
Dimensions
(excluding protrusions)
: 106.4 × 71.9 × 42.5 mm (4.19 × 2.83 × 1.67 in.)
Weight
(camera body only)
: Approx. 320 g (11.29 oz.)
Number of Images Shot
Playback Time
LCD Monitor On
(Based on the CIPA
standard)
LCD Monitor Off
Approx. 240 images Approx. 600 images Approx. 7 hours
Appendix
258
Test Conditions
Shooting: Normal temperature (23°C ±2°C/73°F ±3.6°F), normal
relative humidity (50% ±20%), alternating wide angle end
and telephoto end shots at 30 second intervals with the flash
fired once every two shots and the camera power turned off
after every tenth shot. 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
seconds per image.
See Battery Handling (p. 229).
Appendix
259
Memory Cards and Estimated Capacities
: Card included with the camera
: Capable of smooth continuous shooting (p. 111) (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.
Recording Pixels
Compression
32 MB SDC-128M
SDC-512MSH
(Large)
4000 × 3000 pixels
523 91
939155
20 82 321
(Medium 1)
3264 × 2448 pixels
835139
14 59 231
30 123 479
(Medium 2)
2592 × 1944 pixels
11 49 190
21 87 339
42 173 671
(Medium 3)
1600 × 1200 pixels
30 121 471
53 217 839
102 411 1590
(Small)
640 × 480 pixels
114 460 1777
177 711 2747
278 1118 4317
(Widescreen)
4000 × 2248 pixels
731122
12 53 206
27 109 425
(RAW)
4000 × 3000 pixels
–1627
+
4000 × 3000 pixels
–1523
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260
Movie
: Card included with the camera
* 1 frame/sec. (shooting interval: 1 sec.)
** 0.5 frames/sec. (shooting interval: 2 sec.)
• Maximum movie clip length at : 3 min. The figures indicate the maximum
continuous recording time.
• As plays back at 15 frames/sec., the recording time and the playback time will
differ.
Estimated Sound Recorder File Sizes and
Recording Times
: Card included with the camera
Recording Pixels/
Frame Rate
32 MB SDC-128M
SDC-512MSH
Standard
Color
Accent
Color Swap
640 × 480 pixels
30 frames/sec.
14 sec.
1 min.
1 sec.
3 min.
57 sec.
640 × 480 pixels
30 frames/sec., LP
28 sec.
1 min.
56 sec.
7 min.
30 sec.
320 × 240 pixels
30 frames/sec.
40 sec.
2 min.
42 sec.
10 min.
29 sec.
High
Resolution
1024 × 768 pixels
15 frames/sec.
14 sec.
1 min.
1 sec.
3 min.
57 sec.
Compact
160 × 120 pixels
15 frames/sec.
3 min.
15 sec.
13 min.
2 sec.
50 min.
21 sec.
Time Lapse
*
640 × 480 pixels
7 min.
45 sec.
31 min.
45 sec.
2 hrs. 3 min.
30 sec.
**
15 min.
30 sec.
1 hr. 3 min.
30 sec.
4 hrs. 7 min.
Sound Size 32 MB SDC-128M SDC-512MSH
11.025 kHz 22 KB/sec.
24 min.
13 sec.
1 hr. 36 min.
59 sec.
6 hrs. 14 min.
16 sec.
22.050 kHz 44 KB/sec.
12 min.
6sec.
48 min. 30 sec.
3 hrs. 7 min.
8sec.
44.100 kHz 88 KB/sec. 6 min. 3 sec. 24 min. 15 sec.
1 hr. 33 min.
34 sec.
Appendix
261
Image Data Sizes (Estimated)
* Not available for RAW and RAW+ .
* 1 frame/sec. (shooting interval: 1 sec.)
** 0.5 frames/sec (shooting interval: 2 sec.)
MultiMediaCard
Recording Pixels
Compression*
4000 × 3000 pixels 5208 KB 3084 KB 1474 KB
3264 × 2448 pixels 3436 KB 2060 KB 980 KB
2592 × 1944 pixels 2503 KB 1395 KB 695 KB
1600 × 1200 pixels 1002 KB 558 KB 278 KB
640 × 480 pixels 249 KB 150 KB 84 KB
4000 × 2248 pixels 3903 KB 2311 KB 1105 KB
4000 × 3000 pixels 17076 KB
+
4000 × 3000 pixels
20160 KB
Recording Pixels/Frame Rate File Size
Standard
Color Accent
Color Swap
640 × 480 pixels
30 frames/sec.
1963 KB/sec.
640 × 480 pixels
30 frames/sec., LP
1003 KB/sec.
320 × 240 pixels
30 frames/sec.
703 KB/sec.
High Resolution
1024 × 768 pixels
15 frames/sec.
1963 KB/sec.
Compact
160 × 120 pixels
15 frames/sec.
131 KB/sec.
Time Lapse
*
640 × 480 pixels
64 KB/sec.
** 32 KB/sec.
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.)
Appendix
262
SD Memory Card
Battery Pack NB-2LH
Battery Charger CB-2LW/CB-2LWE
Compact Power Adapter CA-PS700
(Included with the separately sold AC Adapter Kit ACK-DC20)
Interface
Compatible with SD memory card standards
Dimensions 32.0 × 24.0 × 2.1 mm (1.3 × 0.9 × 0.1 in.)
Weight Approx. 2 g (0.07 oz.)
Type Rechargeable lithium-ion battery
Nominal Voltage 7.4 V DC
Typical Capacity 720 mAh
Cycle Life Approx. 300 times
Operating Temperatures 0 – 40°C (32 – 104°F)
Dimensions 33.3 × 45.2 × 16.2 mm (1.31 × 1.78 × 0.64 in.)
Weight Approx. 43 g (1.52 oz.)
Rated Input 100 – 240 V AC (50/60 Hz)
0.12 A (100 V) – 0.065 A (240 V)
Rated Output 8.4 V DC, 0.55 A
Charging Time Approx. 1 hr. 45 min. (when charging NB-2LH)
Operating Temperatures 0 – 40°C (32 – 104°F)
Dimensions 56.0 × 91.0 × 22.5 mm (2.2 × 3.6 × 0.9 in.)
Weight Approx. 68 g (2.4 oz.) (CB-2LW)
Approx. 61 g (2.2 oz.) (CB-2LWE) (excluding
power cord)
Rated Input 100 – 240 V AC (50/ 60 Hz)
Rated Output 7.4 V DC, 2.0 A
Operating Temperatures 0 – 40°C (32 – 104°F)
Dimensions 45.0 × 112.0 × 29.0 mm (1.77 × 4.41 × 1.14 in.)
(body only)
Weight Approx. 185 g (6.53 oz.) (excluding power cord)
Appendix
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Car Battery Charger CBC-NB2 (Sold Separately)
Wide Converter WC-DC58B (Sold Separately)
Tele-converter TC-DC58C (Sold Separately)
Conversion Lens Adapter LA-DC58H (Sold
Separately)
(W) : Max. wide angle (T) : Max. telephoto
*1 When mounted on PowerShot G9 (Max. wide angle)
*2 From front of the mounted conversion lens during normal shooting.
*3 Conversion Lens Adapter LA-DC58H is required when mounted on PowerShot G9
*4 When mounted on PowerShot G9 (Max. telephoto)
Rated Input 12 V/ 24 V DC
Rated Output 8.4 V DC, 0.55 A
Charging Time Approx. 1 hr. 30 min. (when charging NB-2LH)
Operating Temperatures 0 – 40°C (32 – 104°F)
Dimensions 91.0 × 29.5 × 56.0 mm (3.58 × 1.16 × 2.20 in.)
Weight Approx. 145 g (5.11 oz.) (excluding power cord)
Magnification 0.75x
Focal Length*
1
26.3 mm (35mm film equivalent)
Focusing Range*
1
30 cm (12 in.) – infinity*
2
Thread Diameter 58 mm standard filter thread*
3
Dimensions Diameter × Length
97.0 × 49.5 mm (3.82 × 1.95 in.)
Weight Approx. 365 g (12.9 oz.)
Magnification 2x
Focal Length*
4
420 mm (35mm film equivalent)
Focusing Range*
4
Approx. 1.8 m (5.9 ft.) – infinity*
2
Thread Diameter 58 mm standard filter thread*
3
Dimensions Diameter × Length
80.0 × 81.3 mm (3.15 × 3.20 in.)
Weight Approx. 335 g (11.8 oz.)
Thread Diameter 58 mm standard filter thread
Dimensions Diameter × Length
63.5 × 50.6 mm (2.50 × 1.99 in.)
Weight Approx. 25 g
INDEX
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INDEX
Numerics
1st-curtain ...............................151
2nd-curtain ..............................151
3:2 Guide ..................................57
A
AC Adapter Kit ................234, 262
ACK-DC20 ..............................234
Add Frame ..............................181
AE Lock ..................................128
AEB Mode ...............................131
AF Frame ..........................59, 116
AF Lock ...................................123
AF Mode .................................115
AF-assist Beam .........................40
Aperture Value ....................96, 98
Audio .......................................108
AUTO
Shooting ................................16
Auto ISO Shift .........................133
Auto Rotate .............................155
B
Battery
Charging ...............................10
Handling ..............................229
Installing ................................11
C
Car Battery Charger ................235
Category
My Category (Playback Mode)
............................................167
CBC-NB2 ................................235
Clock .........................................56
Color Accent Mode ................. 144
Color Swap Mode ................... 145
Components Guide ................... 40
Compression ............................ 78
Continuous Shooting .............. 111
Control Dial ............................... 43
Converter ................................ 241
Custom ................................... 109
Custom Display ........................ 58
D
Date and Time .......................... 14
Digital Tele-Converter ............... 71
Digital Zoom ............................. 71
Direct Transfer .......................... 31
Display Language ..................... 15
Distance Units .......................... 52
Downloading Images to a Computer
................................................... 26
E
Erasing ................................... 195
Single Image ......................... 23
Exposure Compensation ........ 135
Externally Mounted Flash
........................................ 242, 249
F
Face Detect .................... 116, 119
FE Lock .................................. 130
File Number ............................ 158
Flash ......................................... 74
Flash Adjustment .................... 149
Flash Adjustment Settings ...... 148
Flash Output ........................... 150
Focus ................................ 86, 116
INDEX
265
Focus Check .............................86
Focus Lock ..............................123
Focus Settings ........................115
Focus-BKT Mode ....................127
Folder ......................................156
Format .......................................69
Frame Rate .............................106
FUNC. Menu .............................48
G
Grid Lines ..................................57
H
HF-DC1 ...................................249
High-Power Flash ...................249
Histogram ..................................64
I
Image Data Sizes (Estimated) 261
Image Destination ...................156
Image Type ...............................80
Index Playback ........................161
Indicators ..................................44
Information Displayed on the LCD
Monitor ......................................59
IS Mode .....................................82
ISO Speed ................................84
L
LA-DC58H ...............................237
LCD Monitor
Brightness .............................56
Playback Information ............61
Shooting Information .............59
Using the LCD Monitor ..........55
LCD monitor
Night Display .........................57
Lens ........................................236
Conversion Lens Adapter
.................................... 237, 238
Tele-converter .................... 237
Wide Converter ................... 237
M
Macro ........................................ 75
Magnifying .............................. 160
Manual Focus ......................... 124
Memory Card
Estimated Capacities .......... 259
Handling ............................. 232
Inserting ................................ 12
Menu
FUNC. Menu ......................... 48
Play Menu ............................. 50
Print Menu ............................ 50
Rec. Menu ............................ 48
Set up Menu ......................... 51
Menu List .................................. 48
Messages ............................... 220
Metering Mode ........................ 136
MF-Point Zoom ................. 49, 124
Microphone ............................. 108
Mode Dial ................................. 88
Movie
Editing ................................. 172
Shooting ....................... 20, 102
Viewing ................................. 22
Mute .......................................... 51
My Camera Settings ............... 207
Registering ......................... 208
My Category ........................... 167
My Colors ................................ 140
My Colors Effects .................... 185
N
ND Filter .................................. 132
O
Optical Zoom ............................ 70
INDEX
266
Optional Accessories ................36
Overexposure Warning ............. 64
P
Panorama ...............................100
Play Menu .................................50
Power Saving ............................52
Power Saving Function .............45
Print Menu ................................50
Print Settings (DPOF) .............198
Print/Share Button ..............24, 31
Printing ......................................24
Program AE ..............................93
Program Shift ..........................129
Protect ....................................192
R
Rec. Menu ................................48
Recording Function .................108
Recording Pixels ...............78, 106
Red-Eye Correction ................180
Red-Eye Reduction .................113
Reset All ...................................68
Resize .....................................187
Review ...................................... 49
Reviewing .................................18
Rotate .....................................174
S
Safety FE ................................152
Safety MF ...............................126
Safety Shift .........................96, 97
Safety Zoom .............................73
Self-Timer ................................. 76
Set up Menu .............................51
Shooting Mode ..........................89
Functions Available .............270
Shortcut ..................................153
Shutter Speed .....................94, 98
Slide Shows ............................176
Slow Synchro .......................... 114
Sound Memos ........................ 189
Sound Recorder ..................... 190
Spot AE Point Frame ................ 59
Still Image
Shooting ............................... 16
Viewing ................................. 19
Stitch Assist ............................ 100
System Requirements .............. 26
T
TC-DC58C .............................. 237
Telephoto .................................. 70
Time Zone ................................ 65
Transfer Settings (DPOF) ....... 203
W
WC-DC58B ............................. 237
White Balance ........................ 137
Wide Angle ............................... 70
Wind Filter .............................. 108
World Clock .............................. 65
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Canadian Radio Interference Regulations
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Réglementation canadienne sur les interférences radio
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003
du Canada.
FCC Notice
(Digital Camera, Model PC1250 Systems)
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject
to the following two conditions;
(1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits
for Class B digital devices, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These
limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses
and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not
occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful
interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by
turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct
the interference by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to
which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
The cable with the ferrite core provided with the digital camera must be
used with this equipment in order to comply with Class B limits in Subpart
B of Part 15 of the FCC rules.
Do not make any changes or modifications to the equipment unless
otherwise specified in the manual. If such changes or modifications should
be made, you could be required to stop operation of the equipment.
Canon U.S.A., Inc.
One Canon Plaza, Lake Success, NY 11042, U.S.A.
Tel No. (516) 328-5600
268
For CA, USA only
Included lithium battery contains Perchlorate Material - special
handling may apply.
See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate/ for details.
Battery Charger CB-2LW
This product is not intended to be serviced. Should the product
cease to function in its intended manner, it should be returned to
the manufacturer or be discarded.
This power unit is intended to be correctly orientated in a vertical or
floor mount position.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS-SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS.
DANGER-TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC
SHOCK, CAREFULLY FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
For connection to a supply not in the U.S.A., use an attachment
plug adapter of the proper configuration for the power outlet.
This battery charger is for exclusive use with Battery Pack NB-2LH
(0.72 Ah). There is a danger of explosion if other battery packs are
used.
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Trademark Acknowledgments
• Microsoft, Windows Vista and the Windows Vista logo are
trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the
United States and/or other countries.
• Macintosh, the Mac logo, Quick Time and the QuickTime logo are
trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.
• The SDHC logo is a trademark.
Copyright © 2007 Canon Inc. All rights reserved.
Disclaimer
• 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.
• No part of this guide may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed,
stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any language in any
form, by any means, without the prior written permission of Canon.
• Canon makes no warranties for damages resulting from corrupted
or lost data due to a mistaken operation or malfunction of the
camera, the software, SD memory cards (SD cards), personal
computers, peripheral devices, or use of non-Canon SD cards.
Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode
270
Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode
Only functions with settings that change with the shooting mode are listed here.
Exposure Compensation (
p. 135
)
–
{ { { {
–
– – – – –
ISO Speed (
p. 84
)
Auto
–
{ { { { { { { { { {
High ISO Auto
–––
{
–
{
– – – – –
ISO 80/100/200/400/800/1600
{ { { {
– – – – – – –
White Balance
(
p. 137
)
Auto
{ { { { { { { { { {{
Flash
{ { { { {
– – – – – –
Day Light, Cloudy, Tungsten,
Fluorescent, Fluorescent H,
Under Water, Custom 1,
Custom 2
{ { { { {
–
{ { { {
–
Drive Mode
(
pp. 111, 76
)
Single Shot
{ { { { { { { { { { {
Continuous
{ { { {
–
––––– –
Continuous Shooting AF
2)
{ { { {
–
––––– –
Self-Timer (2 sec./10 sec.)
{ { { {{{{{{{ {
Self-Timer (Custom)
{ { { {
–
{
–––– –
My Colors (
p. 140
)
{ { { { {
–
{ { { {
–
Bracketing
(
p. 127
)
AE
–
{ { {
–
––––– –
Focusing
{ { { {
–
––––– –
Flash Exposure Compensation (
p. 149
)
–
{ { { {
––– – ––
Built-in Flash Output Control (
p. 150
)
{ { {
–
– – – – – – –
External Flash Output Control (p
p. 245, 246
)
{ { {
–
– – – – – – –
Metering System
(
p. 136
)
Evaluative
{ { { { { { { { { { {
Center-weighted Avg.
{ { { {
– – – – – – –
Spot
{ { { {
– – – – – – –
ND Filter (On) (
p. 132
)
{ { { {
– –
{ { { { {
Number of
Recording Pixels/
Compression
Selection (still
images) (p. 78)
L/M1/M2/M3/S/W
{ { { { {
3)
{
–––– –
RAW
{ { { {
– ––––– –
Program Shift (
p. 129
)
–
{ { {
– – – – – – –
AE/FE Lock (
pp. 128, 130
)
–
{ { {
– – – – – – –
AE Lock, Exposure Shift (
pp. 128, 105
)
––––––
{ { { {
–
Shooting Zone (Macro) (
p. 75
)
{ { { { { { { { { { {
Manual Focus (
p. 124
)
{ { { {
– –
{ { { { {
AF Frame Size (
p. 121
)
{ { { {
––––
– – –
Flash (
p. 74
)
Auto
– – –
{
–
{
–
– – ––
On
{ { { { {
––– – ––
Off
{ { { { { {
–
– – ––
External
{ { { {
–
{
–
– – ––
LCD Monitor
Setting (
p. 55
)
LCD Monitor (off)
{ { { {
–
{
–––– –
LCD Monitor (no information)
{ { { { { { { { { {
–
LCD Monitor (information view)
{ { { { { { { { { {{
Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode
271
Reference Pages
{{{ { { { { { { { { { {
– –
p. 135
{ { { { { { { { { { { { {
–
{
p. 84
– – – – – – – – – – – – – – –
– – – – – – – – – – – – – –
1)
–
{ { { { { { { { { { { { { { {
p. 137
– – – – – – – – – – – – – – –
– – – – – – – – – – – – – – –
{ { { { { { { { { { { { { { {
pp. 111, 76
{ {
–
{ { { { { { { { { { {
–
{ { { { { { { { { {
–
{ { {
–
{ {
–
{ { { { { { { { { { { {
{ {
–
{ { { { { { { { { { {
–
– – – – – – – – – – – – – – –
p. 140
– – – – – – – – – – – – – – –
p. 127
– – – – – – – – – – – – – – –
– – – – – – – – – – – – – – –
p. 149
– – – – – – – – – – – – – – –
p. 150
– – – – – – – – – – – – – – –
p
p. 245, 246
{ { { { { { { { { { { { { { {
p. 136
– – – – – – – – – – – – – – –
– – – – – – – – – – – – – – –
– – – – – – – – – – – – – – –
p. 132
{ { { { { { { { { { { { {
–
4)
{
p. 78
– – – – – – – – – – – – – – –
– – – – – – – – – – – – – – –
p. 129
– – – – – – – – – – – – – – –
pp. 128, 130
–––––––––––––– –
pp. 128, 105
{
––
{
–
{ { { { {
–
{ { { {
p. 75
{ {
–
{ { { { { { {
–
{ { { {
p. 124
–––––––––––––– –
p. 121
{ {
–
{ { { { { { {
––
{
–
{
p. 74
{ {
–
{ { { { { { {
–
{ {
–
{
{ { { { { { { { { { { { { { {
{ {
–
{ { { { { { {
–
{ {
–
{
{ { { { { { { { { { { { { {
–
p. 55
{ { { { { { { { { { { { { {
–
{ { { { { { { { { { { { { {{
Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode
272
{ : Setting available or optimum value is automatically set by the camera. As a rule,
with the , only the first image is available.
– : Not available.
: The settings are retained even when the camera power is turned off.
1) Fix to ISO 3200.
2) Set to Continuous Shooting LV when Manual Focus or Fireworks is selected.
3) Widescreen is not available.
4) Fix to M3 (1600 × 1200)
5) Changes settings to [Center] if the LCD monitor is turned off.
6) Always set to on.
7) Single is only available when AiAF (9-points) is selected.
AF Frame (
p. 116
)
Face Detect
{ { { {
–
{
––
– – –
AiAF (9-point)
{ { { {
–
{{{ { { {
Center
{ { { {{{
––
– – –
FlexiZone
{
5)
{
5)
{
5)
{
5)
––––– – –
Digital Zoom
(
p. 70
)
Standard
{ { { {
–
{ {
––– –
Digital Tele-converter
{ { { {
–
{
– – – – –
Flash Control
(Built-in)
Flash Mode
(
p. 148
)
Auto
–
{ { { { {
– – – – –
Manual
{ { {
– – – – – – – –
Flash Output (
p. 150
)
{ { {
– – – – – – – –
Flash Exp. Comp (
p. 149
)
–
{ { {{
– – – – – –
Shutter Sync. (2nd curtain)
(p. 151)
{ { { {
– – – – – – –
Slow Synchro (p. 114)
{
6)
{{
6)
{ {
– – – – – –
Safety FE (
p. 152
)
–
{ { {
– – – – – – –
Red-Eye (
p. 113
)
{ { { { { {
– ––– –
Spot AE Point
(
p. 136
)
Center
{ { { {
– – – – – – –
AF Point
{ { { {
– – – – – – –
Safety Shift (p
p. 96, 97
)
–
{ {
– – – – – – – –
Auto ISO Shift
(
p. 133
)
button / On
–
{
–
{
–
{
– – – – –
Manual
{ { { { { {{{ { { {
MF-Point Zoom (
p. 49
)
{ { { {
– – – – – – –
Safety MF (
p. 126
)
{ { { {
– –
{ { { { {
AF Mode
7)
(
p. 115
)
Continuous
{ { { { { {
– – – – –
Single
{ { { { { { { { { { {
AF-assist Beam (
p. 49
)
{ { { { { { { { { { {
Review (Rec. review) (
p. 18
)
{ { { { { {
– – – – –
Review Info
(
p. 49
)
Off
{ { { { { {
– – – – –
Detailed/Focus Check
{ { { {
–
{
– – – – –
Auto Category (
p. 49
)
{ { { { { { { { { { {
IS Mode (
p. 82
)
Continuous
{ { { { { { { { { { {
Shoot Only / Panning
{ { { { { {
– – – – –
Custom Settings (Saved in the C1/C2) (
p. 109
)
{ { { {
– – – – – – –
Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode
273
{ {
–
{ { { { { { {
–
{ { { {
p. 116
{ {
–
{ { { { { { {
–
{ { { {
{ {{{ { { { { { {{{ { { {
–––––––––––––– –
{ { { { { { { { { { { { {
–
–
p. 70
{ { { { { { { { { { { { {
–
–
{ {
–
{ { { { { { {
–
{ {
–
{
p. 148
– – – – – – – – – – – – – – –
– – – – – – – – – – – – – – –
p. 150
– – – – – – – – – – – – – – –
p. 149
– – – – – – – – – – – – – – –
p. 151
–
{
6)
–
{
6)
– –
{
6)
– – – – – – – –
p. 114
– – – – – – – – – – – – – – –
p. 152
{ {
–
{ { { { { { {
–
{ {
–
{
p. 113
– – – – – – – – – – – – – – –
p. 136
– – – – – – – – – – – – – – –
– – – – – – – – – – – – – – –
p
p. 96, 97
– – – – – – – – – – – – – – –
p. 133
{ { { { { { { { { { { { { { {
{ {
–
{ { { { { { {
–
{ { { {
p. 49
{ {
–
{ { { { { { {
–
{ { { {
p. 126
{ { { {
–
{ { { { {
–
{ { { {
p. 115
{ {
–
{ { { { { { { { { { { {
{ {
–
{ { { { { { {
–
{ { { {
p. 49
{ { { { { { { { { { { { { { {
p. 18
{ { { { { { { { { { { { { { {
p. 49
{ { { { { { { { { { { { { { {
{ { { { { { { { { { { { { { {
p. 49
{ { { { { { { { { { { { { { {
p. 82
{ { { { { { { { { { { { { { {
– – – – – – – – – – – – – – –
p. 109
Reference Pages
