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Camera (With Terminal Cover) CB-2LW/CB-2LWE Memory Card Interface Cable AV Cable (32MB) IFC-400PCU AVC-DC300 Neck Strap Canon Digital Camera NS-DC6 Solution Disk Warranty Card IYO_o_Y_rCtbe ab'e t oach'eve'he _"pe'ormance o'thi_ oamera with the 'nduded I . You can use SD memory cards, SDHC memory cards,...
Table of Contents Table of Contents Items marked with a "_ are lists or charts that summarize camera functions or procedures. Please Read ........Preparations ......... Shooting Still Images ([] Auto Mode) .... Viewing Still Images ......Shooting Movies (I-_] Standard Mode) ....
Table of Contents Formatting Memory Cards ......Commonly Used Shooting Functions [] E(13 Using the Optical Zoom ..... Using the Digital Zoom/Digital Tete-Converter .._, Using the Flash ....... Shooting Close-ups (Macro) ..... Using the Self-Timer ......Changing the Recording Pixels and Compression (Still Images) .......
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Table of Contents Locking the Exposure Setting (AE Lock) ..... Shooting with FE Lock ......Auto Exposure Bracketing (AEB Mode) ....Using the ND Filter ......Reducing the Effects of Camera Shake (Auto ISO Shift). 1$_1 A djusting the Exposure Compensation ....
Table of Contents Attaching Sound Memos to Images ....Sound-Only Recording (Sound Recorder) .... Protecting Images ......Erasing Images ........ Print Settings/Transfer Settings Setting the DPOF Print Setting ....Setting the DPOF Transfer Settings ....Connecting a TV set Viewing Images on a TV set ...... Customizing the Camera (My Camera...
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• Symbol Conventions in this Guide operation. This mark denotes additional topics that complement the basic - This mark denotes issues that may affect the camera's operating procedures. guide are settings Explanations in this based the camera's default at time of purchase.
Please note that Canon Inc., its subsidiaries and affiliates, and its distributors are not liable for any consequential damages arising from...
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I Please Read Camera Body Temperature If your camera is used for prolonged periods, the camera body may become warm. Please be aware of this and take care when operating the camera for an extended period. About the LCD Monitor The LCD monitor is produced with extremely high-precision manufacturing techniques.
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Getting Started @Shooting Still Images @Viewing Still Images @Shooting Movies @Viewing Movies @Downloading Images to a Computer @System...
10 I Preparations _Charging Battery i. Insert the battery into the battery charger. 2m 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.
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Preparations I 11 B Installing Battery 1 • Slide the cover (_) and open it (_). Push the battery lock in the direction of the arrow (_)) and insert the battery until it locks. Close the cover ((_)) and slide it until clicks (_)).
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12 I Preparations I Inserting Memory Card 1. Slide the cover ((_)) and open it ((_)). Insert the memory card until it clicks into place. Write Protect Back (For SD memory card) write protect tab Confirm that the is unlocked (only cards).
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Preparations I 13 • To Remove Memory Card Push the memory card with your finger until the memory card clicks and then release it. • Attaching Neck Strap Pull the strap tight in the buckle so that it does not slip.
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I Preparations jSetting Date Time 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. Power Button Bu_on _Bu_on MENU "1.
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Preparations I 15 e A rechargeabie such settings as the date/time. This battery charges when iithium battery is built into the camera to save 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)
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16 [ Shooting Images Still Button Power Button Button Mode Dial Indicators 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.
I 17 Shooting Still Images 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.
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I Shooting Still Images _ Reviewing an Image Right After Shooting (Rec. Review) Recorded images are displayed on the LCD monitor for approximately 2 seconds immediately after shooting. Button You can also use the following methods to continue displaying the image immediately after shooting so that you can check it.
I 19 Viewing Still Images []Bu_on _Bu_ons Dial Press the [] (Playback) button. The last recorded image will display. Use the ÷ or 4' 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.
I Shooting Movies Microphone Power Button indicators Mode Dial t = Press the power button. 2m Select a shooting mode. 1. Set the mode dial to _ (Movie). 2. Turn the control dial to select [] (Standard), Aim the camera at the subject. e Do nottouchthe microphone while recording.
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I 21 Shooting Movies 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. Press the shutter button fully (all the way) to shoot.
22 I Viewing Movies Button Press the [] (Playback) button. Use the 4" or 4, button to display a movie and press the 0 button. • Images with a _ icon are movies. • You can also select images by turning the control dial.
I 23 Erasing ..Button Buttons _ Button Dial Button 1 • Press the [] (Playback) button. Use the 4. or .b button to select an image to erase press the/_ button. You can also select images by turning the control dial. Confirm that [Erase] is selected...
Interface Cable Camera PIXMA Series Bubble Jet Printers "1 Since this camera uses a standard protocol (PictSridge), 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. _iill...
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Printing I 25 2, Turn on the printer. Press the [] (Playback) button to turn on the camera. • The _N 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 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.
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Preparing to Download Images 1 • Installing the software. • Windows 1. Place the Canon Digital Camera Solution Disk in the computer's CD-ROM drive. 2. Click [Easy Installation] ..o_,_,_mE_ Follow the onscreen messages to proceed with the installation.
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28 I Downloading Images to a Computer Connecting 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. Port DIGITAL Terminal...
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Select [Canon CameraWindow] click [OK]. _; ... _ , ..:_.÷d o ] i_ h If the window above does not appear, click the [Start] menu and select [All Programs] or ]Programs], followed by [Canon Utilities], [CameraWindow], [CameraWindow] [CameraWindow]. CameraWindow appears.
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I Downloading Images to a Computer • Macintosh The following window will appear when you establish a connection between the camera and computer, tf it fails to appear, click the [CameraWindow] icon on the Dock (the bar which appears at the bottom of the desktop).
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I 31 Downloading Images to a Computer ownloading Images Using the Camera (Direct Transfer) Use this method to download images using camera operations (except Windows 2000). Button lBu_on Bu_on M_NU Transfers and saves all images to the computer. All Images Transfers and saves to the computer only the images that have not been previously transferred.
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32 I Downloading Images to a Computer 1. Confirm that the Direct Transfer menu is displayed the camera's LCD monitor. • The [_¢v button will light blue. • Press the MENU button if the Direct Transfer menu fails to appear. Direct Transfer Menu •...
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I 33 Downloading Images to a Computer i_ h Only JPEG images can be downloaded as wallpaper for a computer. when the camera's power is turned off. The previous setting will The option selected with the [_¢_ button is retained even be in effect the next time the Direct Transfer menu is displayed.
580EX 11-6 Transmitter Flash HF-DCl ST-E2 Camera ..Interface Cable Neck Strap IFC-400PCU NS-DC6 Battery Pack NB-2LH .1 Battery Charger Canon Digital Camera CB_2LW/CB_2LWE.1.5 Solution Disk Soft Case AC Adapter Kit ACK-DC20 SC-DC55 series Waterproof Case Compact Power DC Coupler...
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I 35 System Tele-converter Ring Accessory Wide Converter TC-DC58C RAK-DC1 WC-DC58B Adapter LA-DC58H Direct Interface Cable .3 Direct Print Compatible Bubble Jet Printers .3 (PIXMA series) PCMClA Adapter USB Card Compact Photo (PC Card Adapter) Reader printers .3.4 (SELPHY series) SD Memory Card .7 •...
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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 I1" *The Speedlite 580EX can also be used.
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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-4OOPCU Use this cable to connect the camera to a computer, Compact Photo Printer (SELPHY series), or to a Bubble Jet printer*.
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Direct Print Compatible Printers Canon offers the following separately sold printers for use with the camera. You can produce photo quality prints quickly and easily by connecting them to the camera with a single cable and operating the camera's controls.
I 43 Components Guide Using Control Dial Turning the control dial counterclockwise is equivalent to pressing the ÷ button, while turning the control dial clockwise is equivalent to pressing the "l, button (it is equivalent to pressing the 41"or _1, button with some functions).
I Components G uide l Indicators The camera indicators wiIl Iight or btink 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) •...
I 45 Components Guide B Power Saving Function 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. Shooting Mode Powers down approximately 3 minutes after the last control is accessed on the camera.
Operations Basic _Menus Settings Settings for the shooting or playback modes or such camera settings as the print settings, date/time and sounds are set using the FUNC. menu or the Rec., Play, Print, Set up or My Camera menu. • 0Button (FUNC.
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I 47 Basic Operations • Button (Rec., Play, Print, Set up and My Camera Menus) Convenient settings for shooting, playback or printing can be set with these menus. (Set up) Menu (My Camera) Menu MENU MENU You can switch between menus with the ÷...
48 I Operations Basic l Menus Default Settings See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode. FUNC. Menu The icons shown below are the default settings. Reference Reference Menu Item Page Menu Item Page White Balance p. 137 ND Filter p. 132 Compression My Colors p.
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I 49 Basic Operations (Stilllmage) /Standard*/Off/l.5x/2.O x p. 71 (Movies) Standard*/Off (In standard movie mode only) On*/Off Red-Eye p. 113 Sel_timer Delay: O- 10", 15, 20, 30 sec. Shots: 1 - 10" p. 76 (Default setting is 3 shots.) Center*/AF Point Spot AE Point p.
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I Basic Operations []/Q/[] LCD/Viewfinder Custom Display Off.2/On .3 Shooting info. Off*2/On*3 Grid Lines p. 57 3:2 Guide Off .2.3/On Off .2/On Histogram Set Shortcut button []*r_ m _J [] _['_ [] p. 153 save Settings CI / C2 p. 109 "1 They are classified according to the following categories.
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I 51 Basic Operations up Menu * Defaultsetting 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.
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52 I Operations Basic Auto Power IOn*/Off ISets whether or not the camera Down automatically powers down after a set period of time elapses without the camera being opera!ed: Display Off 10 sec./20 sec./30 Sets the length of time before the sec./1 min.*/2 min./ LCD monitor turns oft when no 3 min.
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[] (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...
54 I Basic Operations Switching between Shooting Mode Playback Mode [_]Bu_on Power Button _oSSn thhetf_au_er _ [-_'] Button Press the shutter button h.l_.y. If lens retracts camera behaves as shown in PowerBu_on upper right. * You can change the lens retraction timing in [Lens Retract] in the _] menu (p.
Basic Operations I 55 t Using Monitor display changes press. _- The mod_e follows with each Shooting Mode (IPl) Playback Mode ([]) LCD Monitor 1"1 No Information (NO Inf°rmati°n) Standard Display I LCD MonitOr 2.1.2 I (Information View) I Deta"ed Display %t ,,,CUSgCe"...
Operations Basic Using Clock You can display the current date and time for a 5-second* interval using the following two methods. * Default setting. Hold the FMNC./SET button down while turning on the power. In a shooting/playback mode, hold the FUNC./SET button down for more than one second.
Basic Operations I 57 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...
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I Basic Operations 1. Press the O button. 2. Use the 41.M_oUr 41. button to select [Custom Display] in the _ menu. 3. Press the @ button....... Usethe ÷, 41., ÷ or ,_ buttonto Display1 Display2 I select _, or [_.
Basic Operations I 59 B Information Displayed on the LCD Monitor Shooting Information (Shooting Mode) E ]SpotAE Point Frame/ ] Face Frame/ [_AF Frame •AV bar/TV p. 137 White Balance D I_"IID [] m _L'_ _r_ [] _ p. 140 My Colors _J[]_J _ _ _ _J [] m _J] _...
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Basic Operations I 61 f the indicator blinks orange and the camera shake warning icon (_J) displays, this indicates that a slow shutter speed may have been selected due to insufficient illumination. Use the following methods to shoot: - Set the tS mode to any setting other than [Off] (p. 82) - Raise the ISO speed (p.
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62 I Operations Basic • Detailed Histogram (p. 64) []_N_NNN ). 167 Auto Category/My Category m[]_[][][][][]m Shooting Mode Hmm[]m[]_mm ). 88 ® ). 136 Metering Mode ). 84 ISO Speed 15-1/2500 pp. 94, Shutter Speed ). 107 Time Lapse (movie) ®...
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I 63 Basic Operations Focus 1241PP 123, Macro p. 75 (_) File size p. 261 Compression (Still Images) p. 260 Movles_Vlovle Length p. 260 "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...
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Operations Basic • Information for images shot on other cameras may not display correctly. • 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...
Basic Operations I 65 B Setting World Clock [_[] When traveling abroad, you can record images with local dates and times simply by switching the time zone setting if you pre-register the destination time zones. You can enjoy the convenience of not having to switch the Date/Time settings.
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_ 67 Basic Operations Switching to the Destination Time Zone If you do not select a home time zone befo[ehand, you cannot configure the destination time. is selected, the home time zone date and time will also change f you change the date and time when the destination time zone automatically.
Operations Basic _ Resetting Settings to Their Default [][] Values When returning the (::1/(::2 registration contents to the default setting, turn the mode dial to (:1 or (::2 to operate. Settings cannot be reset when the camera is connected to a computer or to a printer.
I 69 Basic Operations B Formatting Memory Cards [_[] You should always format a new memory card or one from which you wish to erase all images and other data. memory note erases Please that formatting (initializing) a card all dat a , including protected images and other fi!e types..
Commonly Used Shooting Functions I I_E€3 Using Optical Zoom 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.
J 71 Commonly Used Shooting Functions _ Using Digital Zoom/Digital Tele- Converter See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 270). * SCN : Cannot be set in _1_, [] and [] modes. * D_: [Digital Tele-converter] cannot be set. You can combine digital zoom with optical zoom when shooting.
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Commonly Used Shooting Functions ¸¸ 1. Use the ÷ or ,_ button to select [Standard]. 2. Press the O button. MENU ¸¸ • The combined digital and optical zoom setting will display in the LCD monitor. • The image appear coarse depending upon the selected...
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Commonly Used Shooting Functions I 73 About Safety Zoom Depending on the number of recording pixels set, you can shift from optical zoom to digital zoom without pausing up to a factor where the image quality does not deteriorate (Safety Zoom). [] displays when reaching the maximum zoom factor without image deterioration (not available in []).
Commonly Used Shooting Functions l _ Using Flash See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 270). ,,PTvAvM * Cannot be set in _"_, or [] mode. 1. Use the 4- or 4, button to select the flash settings. [Auto] IPI: [On] H: [oft] 4,1_...
I 75 Commonly Used Shooting Functions B _ Shooting Close-ups (Macro) 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 x 20 mm (1.1 x 0.79 in.)
Commonly Used Shooting Functions l _) Using Self-Timer See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 270). SCN _ ,, PTvAvM "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.
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Commonly Used Shooting Functions i 77 To Cancel the Self-Timer: Select ii. Changing Delay Time Number of Shots ([U)
78 I Commonly Used Shooting Functions f 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.
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I 79 Commonly Used Shooting Functions • Approximate Values for Recording Pixels Recording Pixels Purpose* High Printing to about A2 size (Approx. IMLarge 4000 x 3000 1420 × 594 mm (16.5 × 23.4 in.)) I Printing to about A3 size (Approx. IIMedium 3264 _ 2446 1297 ×...
_ Commonly Used Shooting Functions l Changing Image Type See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 270). This camera records images as either JPEG images or RAW images. JPEG image (IRIIImlI_I_IIL'411_--']) 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.
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Commonly Used Shooting Functions I 81 Simultaneously Recording JPEG Images Two images, a RAW image [] and a JPEG image (d L (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.
82 I Commonly Used Shooting Functions 1. Use the ÷ or ,t, button to select [On] or [Off]. 2. Press the O button. M_NU _Setting Image Stabilizer Function See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 270). _ingMQ_ ..........SCr_ _i_'\ ........P * Can only be set to [Continuous].
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Commonly Used Shooting Functions I 83 Select [IS Mode]. 1. Press the O button. MENU 2. Use the _ or 4, button to select [IS Mode] in the [] menu. Make settings. 1. Use the ÷ or .1. button to select [Continuous], [Shoot Only] or [Panning].
Commonly Used Shooting Functions l Adjusting Speed See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 270). * Only available in _l]. 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.
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Commonly Used Shooting Functions I 85 ..7 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.
86 _ Commonly Used Shooting Functions Checking Focus Peoples' Expressions (Focus Check) 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, tt is recommended...
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I 87 Commonly Used Shooting Functions TO Cancel Checking the Focus: Press the shutter button halfway....'You can delete an image by pressing ihe _ buiion whiie ihe image is displayed (p. 23). • You can also check the focus in playback mode (p. 162).
I Shooting Using the Mode Dial J Mode Dial Creative Zone • 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.
Shooting Using the Mode Dial _ 89 B Shooting Modes for Specific Scenes See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 270). When a shooting mode appropriate for the shooting conditions selected, the camera automatically adjusts settings for optimal shooting. (Special Scene) You can shoot with the most appropriate settings for the scene.
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I Shooting Using the Mode Dial 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.
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_ 91 Shooting Using the Mode Dial 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.
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92 _ Shooting Using the Mode Dial m 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.
_ 93 Shooting Using the Mode Dial B P Program 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.
94 _ Shooting Using the Mode Dial Setting Shutter Speed 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.
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Shooting Using the Mode Dial I 95 The nature of CCDs is such that noise in the recorded imag e 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-quaUty images (Nevertheless, a certain amount...
96 _ Shooting Using the Mode Dial I 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.
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_ 97 Shooting Using the Mode Dial " 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 ....
I Shooting Using the Mode Dial i M Manually Setting the Shutter Speed and Aperture [] See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 270). You can manually set the shutter speed and aperture to shoot images.
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Shooting Using the Mode Dial I 99 aperture value or the shutter speed may change in accordance with the zoom position (p. 95). • 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.
100_ Shooting Using the Mode Dial Shooting Panoramic Images (Stitch Assist) [] 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. The overlapping seams of several...
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Shooting Using the Mode Dial _ 101 shooting ................... __._ direction. __l_. 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 •...
1021 S hooting Using the Mode Dial ou cannot display the images on a _when ShOOting in Stitch Assist mode. • The settings for the first image are applied to the second image onward....• program, to merge the images on a computer.
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Shooting Using the Mode Dial 1103 "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.
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104J Shooting Using the Mode Dial • 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 [O Rec] appear on the LCD monitor.
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Shooting Using the Mode Dial _ 105 The foiiowing operations are available before movie recording: - AF lock: Pressing the MF 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.
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1061 S hooting Using the Mode Dial 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). Select a recording pixels, 1.
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Shooting Using the Mode Dial 1107 Changing Shooting Interval (Time Lapse)) 1. Use the control dial to select _. 2, _ Select a shooting interval. Pressthe ® huron. _ 2. Use the 4,- or ÷ button to select and use the ÷ or ,_ button to select a shooting interval (1 sec./2 I sec.).
108_ Shooting Using the Mode Dial l Setting Recording Functions [_[] See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 270). The microphone level (sound recording level) and wind filter settings can be changed.
Shooting Using the Mode Dial 1109 • When [Mic Level] is set to [Auto], the recording volume is automatically adjusted to avoid sound distortion. • Wind filter suppresses noise when the wind is strong. l C Saving Custom Settings See Functions Available in Each Shooting...
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1101 Shooting Using the Mode Dial ISO speed setting cannot be saved. When shooting with Cl/C2, set the ISO speed with the ISO speed dial. • The setting contents do not influence other shooting modes. • Saved settings can be reset (p. 68).
- 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. Shootingspeed Focuswhile Displayonthe (Image/sec.)
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112 i Advanced Shooting Functions 1. Use the ÷ or _1, button to select [] • When [] and manual focus modes, you can select []. ¸¸ • The camera will continue to record successive images while the shutter button is held down. Recording will cease when the shutter button is released.
1113 Advanced Shooting Functions B Setting the Red-Eye Reduction Function See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 270). "1 Cannot be set in _"_, 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...
114 J Advanced Shooting Functions l Setting Slow Synchro 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.
1115 Advanced Shooting Functions B Switching between Focus Settings See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 270). _ mode is available. * In only [Continuous] modes is available. * In only [Single] You can set the AF mode. The camera is continually focusing on whatever it is aimed Continuous even when the shutter button is not pressed, allowing you to shoot without missing opportunities.
1161 Advanced Shooting Functions l Selecting an AF Frame Mode 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.
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1117 Advanced Shooting Functions Make settings, 1. Use the ÷ or '_ button to select __.)_ [Face Detect].,,_ 2. Press the _ button. • Up to threeMENUframes 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.
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1181 Advanced Shooting Functions • [Face Detect] cannot be used when the LCD monitor is turned off. • 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.
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1119 Advanced Shooting Functions Selecting a Subject 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. When a face is detected,...
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1201 Advanced Shooting Functions • Selecting [AiAF], [Center] or [FlexiZone] 1. Press the O button. MENU 2. Use the ÷ or _, button to select [AF Frame] in the [] menu. 1. Use the ÷ or ._ button to select [AiAF], [Center] or [FlexiZone].
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1121 Advanced Shooting Functions Changing 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.
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122 _ Advanced Shooting Functions Moving 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....• _ou ca_ _ove i _e ¸_ _a_e _eni_i_i is¸seiecied ¸a_ ¸...
1123 Advanced Shooting Functions Shooting Hard-to-Focus Subjects (Focus Lock, AF Lock, Manual Focus, Safety See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 270). Cannotbe used [] mode. It may be difficult to focus on the following types of subjects. • Subjects with extremely low contrast to the surroundings •...
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1241 Advanced Shooting Functions To Release the AF Lock: Press the MF button. modes. However, if you register the AF lock in [Set Shortcut button], you can use the AF lock in the _ mode (p. 153). • _ or _ mode does not display the AF frame.
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1125 Advanced Shooting Functions 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.
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126 _ Advanced Shooting Functions modes. he manual focus cannot be used in the _, Using Manual Focus in Combination with 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.
1127 Advanced Shooting Functions This cannot be used in the _), r4_ and _ modes. i Focus Bracketing (Focus-BKT Mode) 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.
1281 Advanced Shooting Functions 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. To Cancel the Focus-BKT Mode: Select m (BKT-Off) in Step 1.
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Advanced Shooting Functions 1129 To Release the AE Lock: Operate a button other than the ._ button, the control dial and the tSO Speed dial. exposure fixed. fter locking the AE, you can change the ISO speed with Changing Shutter Speed Aperture Value...
1301 Advanced Shooting Functions l_Shooting with FE Lock 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. • tf you are using an externally mounted flash, please refer to its...
1131 Advanced Shooting Functions B Auto Exposure Bracketing (AEB Mode) 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.
132 _ Advanced Shooting Functions The AEB mode cannot be used for flash photography, on!y one standard exposure image gets recorded. IUsing ND Filter 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.
1133 Advanced Shooting Functions _ Reducing Effects of Camera Shake (Auto ISO Shift) 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.
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134 _ Advanced Shooting Functions • When button] is Selected halfway, • The [] appears and the _N button will light blue. still pressing 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 tSO speed returns to its original setting.
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1135 Advanced Shooting Functions B I_lAdjusting the Exposure Compensation 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 backIit or shot against a bright background.
1361 Advanced Shooting Functions i Switching between Metering Modes See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 270). Appropriate for standard shooting conditions, including backlit scenes. The camera divides images into several zones for metering. It Evaluative evaluates complex lighting conditions, such as the _osition of the subject, the brightness, the direct light, and the backlighting, and adjusts the settings to the correct exposure for the main subject.
1137 Advanced Shooting Functions Moving Spot AE Point to the AF Frame/ Centering Spot AE Point Select [Spot AE Point], 1. Press the (j,, button. 2. Use the 41" or _I, button to select [Spot AE Point] in the [] menu.
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1381 Advanced Shooting Functions For recording under overcast, shady or twilight Cloudy skies. For recording under tungsten and bulb-type 3- Tungsten wavelength fluorescent lighting. For recording under warm-white, cool-white or Fluorescent warm-white (3-wavelength) fluorescent lighting. For recording under daylight fluorescent, or Fluorescent H daylight fluorescent-type 3-wavelength fluorescent lighting.
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1139 Advanced Shooting Functions Using 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.
1401 Advanced Shooting Functions • You are recommended to set the shooting mode to P and the exposure compensation setting to [+0] before setting a custom white balance. The correct white balance may not be obtained when the exposure setting is incorrect (image appears completely black or white).
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114 1 Advanced Shooting Functions 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 Positive Fil_ colors like those obtained with positive film. Use this option to make skin tones lighter.
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1421 Advanced Shooting Functions Setting My Colors Mode Mode) Select Press the _ button. 2. Use the 4. or 4" button to select and use the ÷ or ._ button to select Adjust. 1. Press the O button. DISPLAY 2. Use the 4- or '4. button to setect [Contrast], [Sharpness], [Saturation], [Red], [Green], [Blue] or [Skin Tone].
1143 Advanced Shooting Functions B Changing Colors Shooting 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.
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1145 Advanced Shooting Functions ....• The default Color Accent is green. [_]e You may not obtain the expected results after color input mode if you use the flash. • The specified Color Accent is retained even if the camera's power is turned off.
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1461 Advanced Shooting Functions ¸¸ _I_LAy • 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). ¸¸ appears at the center of the monitor press ÷...
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1147 Advanced Shooting Functions 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). Select [Save Original],...
148 _ Advanced Shooting Functions l Switching between Flash Adjustment Settings See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 270). [Manual]can be selected when mountedflashhas beenattached. only an externally Although the built-in flash and an externally mounted flash (Speedlite 220EX/430EX/580EX tl/ST-E2 Speedlite Transmitter) will fire with automatic flash adjustments, it is also possible to set them so that it...
1149 Advanced Shooting Functions B Compensating Flash Adjustment 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...
1 501 Advanced Shooting Functions l Setting Flash Output 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"...
1151 Advanced Shooting Functions B Switching the Timing at which the Flash Fires [] See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 270). _r'_:__,_ _ ,, ..The flash fires right after the shutter opens, regardless of the 1st-curtain shutter speed. Usually, the 1st-curtain is used when shooting.
1521 A dvanced Shooting Functions You can also set in [Flash Control] in the [_ menu. Adjusting Exposure for Built-in Flash Shooting (Safety 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.
1153 Advanced Shooting Functions Registering Settings to the Shortcut Button 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. Menu Item Page Menu Item Page Not Assigned...
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1541 A dvanced Shooting Functions ¸¸ 1. Use the _, _1,, ÷ 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.
1155 Advanced Shooting Functions B Setting Auto Rotate Function [_[_ 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.
1561 A dvanced Shooting Functions 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.
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1157 Advanced Shooting Functions 1. Use the ÷ or "l' 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. Setting or Time for Automatic...
1581 Advanced Shooting Functions will automatically be created when you record more than that p to 2000 images can be saved into one folder. A new folder number even if you are not creating new folders. i Resetting File Number See Functions Available in Each...
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1159 Advanced Shooting Functions File Folder Numbers Recorded images are assigned consecutive file numbers starting with 0001 and ranging up to 9999, while folders are assigned numbers starting with 100 and ranging up to 999. Up to 2000 images can be saved into a single folder. Memory Card Exchanged New Folder Created for Another...
1601 Playback/Erasing j O, Viewing Magnified Images 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 _.
1161 PlaybacldErasing ?._Viewing Images in Sets of Nine (Index Playback) To Return to Single Image Playback: Press the zoom lever toward O,. 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.
1621 P layback/Erasing Checking Focus Peoples' Expressions (Focus Check Display) 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...
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1163 Playback/Erasing Changing Display Magnification toward • The bottom right of the screen is magnified. Switching between Frames • When multiple in-focus frames are displayed, or when multiple faces are detected, the position of the orange colored frame will change each time the FUNC./SET button is pressed.
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1641 P layback/Erasing Changing Display Position PrewSSrth_zoom lever • The bottom right of the screen is magnified. button move display position. • When you press the FUNC./SET button, the orange frame returns to its original position When there are multiple frames displayed, the FUNCJ SET button switches between the different positions of the To Cancel Changing the Display Position:...
1165 Playback/Erasing B _ Jumping to Images When you have many images recorded onto a memory card, it is handy to use the search keys below to jump over images to find the object of your search. Jumps to the first image of each shooting date. IShot Date Displays the first image in each category.
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1661 Playback/Erasing • []/_/N: 1. Press the ÷ or ÷ button. Press the MENU button to return to single image playback. • 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.
1167 Playback/Erasing I Organizing Images by Category (My Category) 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.
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1681 Playback/Erasing 1. Use the ÷ or ._ button to select an image to classify. 2. Use the ÷ or 41, button to select a category. 3. Press the _ button. 4. Press the O button. • You can put the same image into more than one category. •...
1701 Playback/Erasing Make settings• 1. Use the 4_ or 4, button to select [Select]. 2. Press the _sE_ button. 3. Press the O button twice. • Selecting [Deselect] cancels categorization of the selected range. convenient to categorize images in the [To Do] category. When erasing, printing or compiling a slide show, it is Viewing Movies...
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1171 Playback/Erasing 1. Use the ÷ or 't, 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 Time stops at the last frame displayed.
1721 P layback/Erasing J Editing Movies You can delete portions of recorded movies. he actual position of the edited movie may differ slightly from editing the results viewed on the LCD monitor. • Movies 1 second or longer before editing can be edited in 1- second increments, but those that are protected or less than 1 second long ([] 15 seconds .1 or 30 seconds .2) cannot be...
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1173 Playback/Erasing save an edited movie. If the batteries run out partway through, epending on the movie's file size, it may take some time to 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.
1741 P layback/Erasing l Rotating Images in the Display Images can be rotated clockwise 90 ° or 270 ° in the display. Original 90 ° 270 ° When images are downloaded to a computer, the orientation images rotated by the camera will depend upon the software used to download the images.
1175 Playback/Erasing I Playback with Transition Effects You can select the transition effect displayed when switching between images. No transition effect. IThe displayed image darkens and the next image gradually brightens until it is displayed. I Press the ÷ button to have the previous image display from the left Iand the ._ button to have the next image display from the right.
1761 Playback/Erasing l Automated Playback (Slide Shows) Automated Playback of Memory Card Images. * Image settings for slide shows are based on the Digital Print Order Format (DPOF) standard (p. 198). All Images Plays all images on a memory card in order. Date Plays images bearing a specified date in order.
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1177 Playback/Erasing 1. Use the ÷, _1,, ÷ or '_ button to select [Start]. 2. Press the @ button. _- The following functions are available L_.)_ during slide shows. "- " - Pausing/resuming the slide show: press the FUNC./SET button. - Fast forwarding/rewinding the slide show: press the ÷...
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1781 P layback/Erasing Select a Date/Category/Folder to Playback Select or [], 1. Use the 4_, _, 4- or 4, button to select. 2. Press the (_ button. Select a date/category/ folder to play back, 1. Use the 4_ or _ button to select. 2.
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1179 Playback/Erasing Selecting Images Playback - _J) Select only the images that you wish to play back and save them as a slide show (Custom 1, 2 or 3). Up to 998 images can be selected. They will be played back in their order of selection. Select WL [] or []•...
1801 Playback/Erasing Adjusting Play Time Repeat Settings Play Time Sets the duration that each image dispIays. 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.
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1181 Playback]Erasing 1. Press the 0 button. 2. Use the ,iFMor * button to select [] inthe_7 menu. ! 3" Press the Q button _° 1. Use the ÷ or "k button to select an image you wish to perform red-eye correction on.
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1821 P layback/Erasing _1_ • Red-eye correction cannot beperformed onmovies and RAW images. When shooting in [Record i_+_L], red,eye correction can be performed on the JPEG image, but the origina! image cannot be overwritten Overwriting cannot be performed on protected images, eye correction cannot be performed.
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1183 Playback/Erasing Adding Correction Frames Select [Add Frame], 1. Use the ÷ or 4. button to select [Add Frame]. 2. Press the _ button. The green frame is displayed. Move frame position. 1. Use the 4_, ,I,, 4" or 4. button to move the frame •...
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1841 P layback/Erasing Removing Correction Frames Select [Remove Frame]• 1. Use the ÷ or "I, button to select [Remove Frame]. 2. Press the _=_ button. Select a frame wish remove• 1. Use the ÷ or "I_ button to select a frame you wish to remove.
1185 Playback/Erasing I Adding My Colors Effects 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. Vivid Lighter Skin Tone Neutral Darker Skin Tone _L_ sepia Vivid Blue...
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1861 Playback/Erasing i_You cannot add effects to _w images using the MY Colors function.
1187 Playback/Erasing space on the memory card. • 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. • 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.
Playback/Erasing 1189 B Attaching Sound Memos to Images In playback mode, you can attach sound memos (up to 1 minute) to an image. Press _1 button while playing back images, The sound memo control panel will display. Record. 1. Use the ÷ or "I_ button to select El. 2.
1901 PlaybacldErasJng • You cannot attach sound memos to movies. • Sound memos for protected images cannot be erased. j Sound-Only Recording (Sound Recorder) You can record sound only, without images, for up to two hours at one time. 1. Press the O button.
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1191 Playback/Erasing Sound Recorder Panel Use the _. or ._ button to select and press the FUNC./SET button. Exit Record Pause Play (Use the ÷ or 4, button to select a sound and press the FUNC.ISET button.) Rewind (Hold the FUNC.ISET 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...
1921 P layback/Erasing J Protecting Images You can protect important images and movies from accidental erasure. You can configure the protection settings for each Select image singly while viewing them. You can select a range of sequential images and Select Range _rotect all the images in that range.
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1193 Playback/Erasing • [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 ProtectionIcon cancels the setting. • Repeat the steps above to continue protecting other images. •...
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1941 Playback/Erasing • [Select by Date] [Select by Category] [Select by Folder] 1. Use the ÷ or 41, button to select a date, category or folder. 2. Press the _SET_ b utton. 3. Press the 0 button. MENU • If a portion of the images are already protected, appears gray.
1195 Playback/Erasing I Erasing Images You can erase images from a memory card. Note that erased images cannot be recovered. Exercise adequate caution before erasing an image. • Protected images cannot be erased with this function. Select Erases images after selecting them one at a time. You can select a range of sequential images and Select Range erase all the images in that range.
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1961 P layback/Erasing them• • [Select] 1. Use the ÷ or + button to select an image you wish to erase. 2. Press the _ button. 3. Press the O, button to complete the setting. 4. Use the _. or .l, button to select [OK]. 5.
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1197 Playback/Erasing • [Select by Date] [Select by Category] [Select by Folder] 1. Use the 41, or _1, button to select a date, category or folder. 2. Press the _"_ button. 3. Press the O button. MENU • Pressing the FUNC.ISET button again cancels the setting.
1981 Print Settings/Transfer Settings J Setting DPOF Print Setting 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.
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1199 Print Settings/Transfer Settings • 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.
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2001 P rint Settings/Transfer Settings 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.
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1201 Print Settings/Transfer Settings Select image make print settings, • [Select Images & Qty.] Selection methods differ for the Print Type settings (p. 198). Standard (_])/Both ([][]) (p. 198) Number of Print Copies 1. Use the ÷ or 4, button to select an image.
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202 i Print Settings/Transfer Settings [Select by Date] [Select by Category] [Select by Folder] Use the ÷ or 41, button to select a date, category or folder. Press the @ button. Press the O button. ME{_U • Pressing the FMNC./SET button again cancels the setting. •...
1203 Print Settings/Transfer Settings I Setting DPOF Transfer Settings You can use the camera to specify settings for images before downloading to a computer. Refer to the Sofware 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.
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2041 Print Settings/Transfer Settings All the Images on a Memory Card ....i_a_ ¸_gi_a_g_gd ¸ ; _o_d_ ¸ a_o_di_g ioih_ _ie ¸_b_r: • A maximum of 998 images can be selected.
1205 Connecting a TV set I Viewing Images on a TV [_[_ You can shoot or play back images on a television with the supplied AV cable.
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206_ Connecting a TV set 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 propedy.
1207 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.
2081 C ustomizing the Camera (My Camera Settings) l Registering My Camera Settings Images recorded onto the memory card and newly recorded sounds can be added as My Camera settings to the _ menu items. You can also use the supplied software to upload your computer's images and sounds to the camera.
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1209 Customizing the Camera (My Camera Settings) • Start-up, Operation, Self-timer and Shutter Sounds 1. Use the ÷ or '_ button to select rJ (Record). 2. Press the _ button. 3. After recording, use the ÷ or 4, button to select [] (Register).
2101 T roubleshooting • 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) •...
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1211 Troubleshooting FAvJ ,'_ _ ,'E'_ I_I.l','L_Jlt-_ [t_.l [.]il The SD memory card's or ® When recording to, erasing from or SDHC memory card's formatting the memory card, slide the write protect tab is set to write protect tab upward (p. 232). "Write protect".
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2121 T roubleshooting ® This isanormal occurrence indevices The image inthe LCD monitor will d arken in containing CCDs and does n ot strong sunlight orbright constitute amalfunction (this image light. will n ot b erecorded when s hooting still i mages, but i twill b erecorded when s hooting movies).
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Memory card is not ® Format the memory card (p. 69). formatted correctly. ® tf reformatting does not work, the memory card logic circuits may be damaged. Consult the nearest Canon Customer Support Help Desk.
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2141 T roubleshooting SD memory card o rSDHC ®Slide t he write p rotect tab upward memory card iswrite (p. 2 32). protected. Usually the recorded ®Confirm the actual image size with the LCD monitor. Use the LCD monitor image contains more o f the scene than isseen i n when t aking close-up...
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1215 Troubleshooting Subject is too far away for ® Shoot within correct flash range of the flash to reach, subject when using the built-in flash (p. 253). ® Raise the tSO speed and then shoot (p. 84). Subject is too close, ®...
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2161 Troubleshooting ® This is a phenomenon that occurs Light from the flash has reflected off dust particles with digital cameras and does not or insects in the air. This is constitute a malfunction. particularly noticeable when shooting using the wide angle or when you increase the aperture value in the aperture-...
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1217 Troubleshooting f-']._j l ii[.,,Jt_ The following types of ® Although the recording time may not memory cards are used. display propedy during shooting, the movie will be recorded correctly on - Stow recording cards. - Cards formatted on a the memory card.
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2181 T roubleshooting You attempted toplay ®Computer images that c annot be back i mages shot with played back m ay p lay b ack i fthey are another camera orimagesadded tothe camera using t he edited with acomputer, supplied software program ZoomBrowser...
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1219 Troubleshooting Battery is not being used ÷ See Battery Handling Precautions to its full capacity. (p. 230). Battery life exceeded if ÷ Replace the battery with a new one battery loses its charge (p. 11 ). quickly at normal temperature (23°C/73°F).
(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.
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1221 List of Messages 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, tn the Set up menu, set [File Numbering] to [Auto Reset];...
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2221 L ist of Messages 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. You attempted to register an image recorded in a different camera, a Raw image or a movie as a startup image.
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Try turning the power back on, and resume shooting or playback. If this message continues to display, contact your Canon Customer Support Help Desk as there may be a problem with the tens.
2241 A ppendix • Before using t he camera, please ensure that y ou read t he safety precautions described below. Always ensure that t he camera is operated correctly. • The safety precautions noted onthe following pages are intended instruct you inthe safe a nd correct operation ofthe camera and its accessories...
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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. • Do not use substances containing...
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• 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. • When using the optional Canon Wide Converter, Tele Converter or Conversion Lens Adapter, be sure to attach them firmly.
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228 i Appendix • 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. • Do not use the camera in such a way that would cause it to exceed the rating of the power outlet or wiring.
1229 Appendix • 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. • When moving the equipment rapidly between hot and cold temperatures, you can avoid condensation by placing...
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i Appendix • 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. • At low temperatures, battery performance may be reduced...
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1231 Appendix • Since this is a lithium-ion battery, you need not completely discharge it before recharging. • It takes approximately 1 hours 45 minutes to fully charge the battery from a depleted state (based on Carton's testing standards). • Charging it within a temperature range of 5 - 40 °C (41 - 104 °F) is recommended.
2321 A ppendix Write Protect (you can protect the Slide the switc images and other data on the card). Writing/Erasing Possible Writing/Erasing ImpOssible c.+++o.+m+o.++++m++a!++..+++ +: ++: ++:+: • Memory cards are high-precision electronic devices. Do not bend them, apply force to them, or subject them to shocks or vibration.
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• 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.
234[ Appendix l Using Power Kits (Sold Separately) Using AC Adapter 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. Turn the camera POWer off before connecting Or disconnecting the AC adapter.
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Appendix 1235 Coupler cable cover using cable, then close memory card slot/battery cover, • Always disconnect PC Coupler compact power adapter from Cable Cover the power supply after use. Using 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.
2361 Appendix into battery charger shown• Align the arrow on the battery pack and the arrow on the Charge battery charger to correctly insert Indicator the battery pack in the charger. • The charge indicator will light red while the battery pack is charging, tt will change to green when the charge is complete.
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1237 Appendix o If the built-in flash is used with the lens hood attached outer edges of shot images (especially the lower right) may be darkened. • 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.
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1239 Appendix o Completely remove all dust and dirt from conversion lenses with a lens blower brush before use. The camera may locus on any dirt that remains. • Be careful when handling the lenses since it is easy to get finger prints on them.
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Appendix 1241 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. return hen you remove the converter _em the _mera! converter setting to [Off].
The camera's auto exposure function wilI operate with a Canon Speedlite 220EX, 430EX or 580EX tt (except with the M mode or when [Flash Mode] is set to [Manual]). Other flashes may fire manuatly or not fire at all.
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1243 Appendix • 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.
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[E-TTL] will display on the flash, but the flash will fire manually. • Other Canon Flashes • Since other flashes fire at full strength, set the shutter speed and aperture accordingly. • The flash is charged when its pilot lamp lights up.
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1245 Appendix Setting Externally Mounted Flash Display Flash Settings screen. 1. Hold the _ button down for more than one second. Make settings. 1. Use the ÷ or _1, button to select the items you wish to set. 2. Use the ÷ or "!, button to set the item. 3.
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2461 Appendix Speedlite 580EX II Settings * Default setting. Shooting mode Item Options Tv Av Auto Flash Mode Manual Flash Exp. Comp I) -3 to +3 1/128 to 1/1 (in 1/3 steps) O 5: Flash Output 1st-curtain 2nd-curtain Shutter Sync. Hi-speed Slow Synchro Wireless...
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1247 Appendix e Flash Control] will not display when the flash is turned off. Before making flash settings, turn the flash on. • When an external flash is mounted, you cannot make built-in flash settings. • When adjusting flash exposure compensation with the camera, set the external flash's exposure compensation [+01...
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2481 A ppendix 430EX or580EX t t*. -Auto E xposure (Use t he E-TTL mode with a430EX or 580EX II) - FE Lock (Not available M mode or when [Flash Mode] is [Manual]) - Shutter Sync. (lst-curtain/2nd-curtain) (2nd-curtain priority with Speedlite 430EX) - Slow Synchro - Flash Exp.
Appendix 1249 _ Using an Externally Mounted Flash (Sold Separately) High-Power Flash HF-DC1 This flash is used to supplement the camera's built-in flash when the subject is too far away for proper illumination. Use the following procedures to affix the camera and High-Power Flash to the supporting bracket.
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2501 A ppendix • The flash may fire if another flash is being used in close proximity. • The High-Power Flash may not fire outdoors in daylight or when there are no reflective items. • For continuous shooting, although the flash fires for the first shot, it does not fire for subsequent shots.
Never organic body or lens. If remains, contact the closest Canon Customer Support Help Desk as listed on the separate customer support list supplied with your camera. Viewfinder 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.
2521 A ppendix l Specifications All data is based on Canon's standard testing methods. Subject to change without notice. PowerShot (W): Max. wide angle (T): Max. telephoto Camera Effective Pixels : Approx. 12.1 million Image Sensor : 1/1.7-inch type CCD (Total number of pixels: Approx.
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1253 Appendix 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...
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2541 A ppendix Terminals for E xternal : Hot shoe flash-sync contacts Flash Use o fthe following external flashes recommended: Canon Speedlite 220EX, 430EX, 580EX 580EX IL : Auto Shooting Modes Creative zone: p Program, Tv Shutter-speed priority, AV Aperture priority, _V_Manual, C1 Custom 1, C2...
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1255 Appendix 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").
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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...
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1257 Appendix Power Source Battery Pack NB-2LH (Rechargeable lithiumion battery) AC Adapter Kit ACK-DC20 Operating 0 - 40 °C (32 - 104 °F) Temperatures Operating Humidity 10 - 90 % Dimensions 106.4 × 71.9 × 42.5 mm (4.19 x 2.83 × 1.67 in.) (excluding protrusions) Weight...
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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 memorycard is used. • Untilthe returnsto normal...
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4000 x 3000 pixels : Capable of smooth continuous shooting (p. 111) (When card has been formatted with a low bevel format). This reflects standard shooting criteria established by Canon. Actual results may vary according to the subject and shooting conditions.
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26oI Appendix Movie [_1: Card included with the camera Recording Pixels/ 32 MB SDC-128M SDC-512MSH Frame Rate 1 min. 3 min. 640 × 480 pixels 14 sec. 1 sec. 57 sec. Standard 30 frames/sec. 640 × 480 pixels 1 min. 7 min.
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2621 A ppendix SD Memory Card Interface Compatible with SD memory card standards Dimensions 32.0 x 24.0 × 2.1 mm (1.3 x 6.9 × 6.1 in.) Weight Approx. 2 g (9.97 oz.) Battery Pack NB-2LH Type Rechargeable lithium-ion battery 7.4 V DC Nominal Voltage 726 mAh Typical Capacity...
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1263 Appendix Battery Charger CBC-NB2 (Sold Separately) 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 -4O°C (32 - 1D4°F) Dimensions 91.0 x 29.5 × 56.6 mm (3.58 x 1.16 x 2.20 in.) Weight Approx.
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266J I NDEX Optional Accessories ....Slow Synchro ......114 Overexposure Warning ..... Sound Memos ......189 Sound Recorder ..... 190 Spot AE Point Frame ....59 Still Image Panorama ....... 100 Shooting ....... 16 Play Menu ......... 50 Viewing ......... 19 Power Saving ......
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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 Canadian Radio Interference Regulations This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
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2681 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.
2701 F unctions Available in Each Shooting Mode Only functions with settings that change with the shooting mode are listed here. M AvTv P c_i_ _'a_lX_"_'_ _xposure Compensation (p 135) ..A_.o Speed (p 84 High ISO A_ .... "o]{:o ...
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1271 Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode Reference Pages OOOOOOOOOOOOO p135 OOOOOOOOOOOOO-O ........p 84 OOOOOOOOOOOOOOO p 137 OO-OOOOOOOOOOO- O :i{i_i![! O O m,11,76 OO-OOOOOOOOOOOO OO-OOOOOOOOOOO- ........p 140 p 127 ........p 149 ........pp 245,246 OOOOOOOOOOOOOOO ....................
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2721 Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode M_,vTvP c;am_ _'=_' _,_._tX_.. Face Detect ..AiAF (9 point) _F F_a_e/P 1_01 Center ..O_O_ ..FEexiZeoe _0._,Toom s,anda.d 1; ; ..Digilal Tel..rter pT0) ..FEashMoOel Au'° ..<p 1 40) IManua' ...
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1273 Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode Reference Pages :o o_ 0 _o p 116 o _o o :0 ® o p 148 p 150 p 149 p 151 0 6 _ 0 6 _ 0 6) p 114 p 152 p 113 p 136 pp 96, 97...