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Basic Operations

Advanced Guide

Camera Basics
Smart Auto

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Other Shooting

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Setting Menu

Accessories

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Index

Basic Guide

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Smart Auto Mode

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Summary of Contents for PowerShot A2500

Page 1: ...opics by clicking their titles Make sure you read this guide including the Safety Precautions section before using the camera Reading this guide will help you learn to use the camera properly Store this guide safely so that you can use it in the future 1 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Cover Preliminary Notes and Legal Information Contents Basic Operations Advanced Guide Camera Basics Smart Auto Mode Other Shooti...

Page 2: ...patible Memory Cards The following memory cards sold separately can be used regardless of capacity SD memory cards SDHC memory cards SDXC memory cards Eye Fi cards Cards conforming to SD standards However not all memory cards have been verified to work with the camera About Eye Fi Cards This product is not guaranteed to support Eye Fi card functions including wireless transfer In case of an issue ...

Page 3: ...authorized recording that infringes on copyright law and note that even for personal use photography may contravene copyright or other legal rights at some performances or exhibitions or in some commercial settings The camera warranty is valid only in the area of purchase In case of camera problems while abroad return to the area of purchase before contacting a Canon Customer Support Help Desk Alt...

Page 4: ...Up button on back q Left button on back r Right button on back p Down button on back Shooting modes and on screen icons and text are indicated in brackets Screen LCD monitor Movie button A Auto a Single image erase Up button Left button Indicator 1 Playback button Help button FUNC SET button h Flash Right button l Display Down button n button Important information you should know Notes and tips fo...

Page 5: ... Features 32 Image Customization Features 36 Helpful Shooting Features 37 Customizing Camera Operation 38 3 Other Shooting Modes 39 Specific Scenes 40 Applying Special Effects 42 Special Modes for Other Purposes 45 4 P Mode 47 Shooting in Program AE P Mode 48 Image Brightness Exposure Compensation 48 Color and Continuous Shooting 51 Shooting Range and Focusing 52 Flash 56 Using Eco Mode 57 Other S...

Page 6: ...pecial effects Vivid Colors 42 Poster Effect 42 Fish Eye Effect 42 Miniature Effect 43 Toy Camera Effect 44 Monochrome 44 z z While adjusting image settings Live View Control 41 z z Focus on faces 29 40 53 z z Without using the flash Flash Off 34 z z Include yourself in the shot Self Timer 33 45 z z Add a date stamp 35 1 View z z View images Playback Mode 61 z z Automatic playback Slideshow 64 z z...

Page 7: ...places where camera use is prohibited The electromagnetic waves emitted by the camera may interfere with the operation of electronic instruments and other devices Exercise adequate caution when using the camera in places where use of electronic devices is restricted such as inside airplanes and medical facilities Safety Precautions Before using the product please ensure that you read the safety pr...

Page 8: ... contact with the screen Do not attach any hard objects to the camera Doing so may cause malfunctions or damage the screen Caution Denotes the possibility of injury When holding the camera by the strap be careful not to bang it subject it to strong impacts or shocks or let it get caught on other objects Be careful not to bump or push strongly on the lens This could lead to injury or damage the cam...

Page 9: ... Basics Smart Auto Mode Other Shooting Modes P Mode Setting Menu Accessories Appendix Index Basic Guide Playback Mode Basic Guide Initial Preparations 10 Trying the Camera Out 14 Using the Software 17 System Map 21 Gives basic instructions from initial preparations to shooting playback and saving on a computer 4 ...

Page 10: ...plug the charger into a power outlet z z CB 2LFE Plug the power cord into the charger then plug the other end into a power outlet X X The charging lamp turns orange and charging begins X X When charging is finished the lamp turns green 3 Remove the battery z z After unplugging the battery charger remove the battery by pushing it in and up CB 2LF CB 2LFE Initial Preparations Prepare for shooting as...

Page 11: ...y and keep it in optimal condition do not charge it continuously for more than 24 hours For battery chargers that use a power cord do not attach the charger or cord to other objects Doing so could result in malfunction or damage to the product For details on charging time and the number of shots and recording time possible with a fully charged battery see Number of Shots Recording Time Playback Ti...

Page 12: ... to shots if you wish 35 1 Turn the camera on z z Press the power button X X The Date Time screen is displayed 2 Set the date and time z z Press the q r buttons to choose an option z z Press the o p buttons to specify the date and time z z When finished press the m button 3 Set the home time zone z z Press the q r buttons to choose your home time zone For guidelines on how many shots or hours of r...

Page 13: ... once you insert a charged battery or connect the camera to an AC adapter kit sold separately 80 even if the camera is left off Once the date time battery is depleted the Date Time screen will be displayed when you turn the camera on Follow the steps in Setting the Date and Time 12 to set the date and time 4 Finish the setup process z z Press the m button to complete the setting The setting screen...

Page 14: ...displayed 2 Enter mode z z Press the o button repeatedly until is displayed z z Aim the camera at the subject The camera will make a slight clicking noise as it determines the scene X X A scene icon is displayed in the upper right of the screen X X Frames displayed around any detected subjects indicate that they are in focus Display Language Change the display language as needed 1 Enter Playback m...

Page 15: ...n to stop shooting The camera beeps twice as recording stops Viewing After shooting images or movies you can view them on the screen as follows 1 Enter Playback mode z z Press the 1 button X X Your last shot is displayed Elapsed Time 3 Compose the shot z z To zoom in and enlarge the subject move the zoom lever toward i telephoto and to zoom away from the subject move it toward j wide angle 4 Shoot...

Page 16: ...he m button X X The current image is now erased z z To cancel erasure press the q r buttons to choose Cancel and then press the m button You can also erase all images at once 67 2 Browse through your images z z To view the previous image press the q button To view the next image press the r button z z Press and hold the q r buttons to browse through images quickly Images appear grainy at this time...

Page 17: ...using the software The guide can be accessed from the help system of software some software excluded Still Images Movies Accessing the Help Menu Access on screen descriptions of scenes detected by the camera shooting advice and playback instructions as follows z z Press the button to access the Help menu z z Press the button again to return to the original display z z In Shooting mode a descriptio...

Page 18: ...software can be used on the following computers Operating System Windows Macintosh Windows 8 Windows 7 SP1 Windows Vista SP2 Windows XP SP3 Mac OS X 10 6 Mac OS X 10 7 Mac OS X 10 8 1 Computer Computers running one of the above operating systems preinstalled with an included USB port and Internet connection Processor Still images 1 6 GHz or higher Movies Core 2 Duo 1 66 GHz or higher Mac OS X 10 7...

Page 19: ...ges From Canon Camera using Canon CameraWindow and then click OK z z Insert the larger plug of the USB cable in the computer s USB port For details about USB connections on the computer refer to the computer user manual 4 Install the files z z Turn the camera on and follow the on screen instructions to complete the installation process X X The software will connect to the Internet to update to the...

Page 20: ...te folders named by date z z After images are saved close CameraWindow press the 1 button to turn the camera off and unplug the cable z z For instructions on viewing images on a computer refer to the Software Guide 17 In Windows 7 if the screen in step 2 is not displayed click the icon in the taskbar To start CameraWindow in Windows Vista or XP click Downloads Images From Canon Camera using Canon ...

Page 21: ...ttery 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 Note that availability varies by area and some accessories may no longer be available System Map Wrist Strap WS 800 Battery Pack NB 11L 1 Battery Charger CB 2LF CB 2LFE 1 USB Cable camera end Mini B 2 High Po...

Page 22: ... Mode Other Shooting Modes P Mode Setting Menu Accessories Appendix Index Basic Guide Playback Mode Advanced Guide Camera Basics Practical guide that introduces other camera basics and describes shooting and playback options On Off 23 Shutter Button 24 Shooting Display Options 24 FUNC Menu 25 MENU Menu 26 Indicator Display 27 1 4 ...

Page 23: ...out press the shutter button halfway 24 Power Saving in Playback Mode The camera turns itself off automatically after about five minutes of inactivity You can deactivate Auto Power Down and adjust the timing of Display Off if you prefer 76 Power saving is not active while the camera is connected to a computer 19 On Off Shooting Mode z z Press the power button to turn the camera on and prepare for ...

Page 24: ... For playback display options see Switching Display Modes 62 Shutter Button To ensure your shots are in focus always begin by holding the shutter button halfway down and once the subject is in focus press the button all the way down to shoot In this manual shutter button operations are described as pressing the button halfway or all the way down 1 Press halfway Press lightly to focus z z Press the...

Page 25: ...8 FUNC Menu Configure commonly used functions through the FUNC menu as follows Note that menu items and options vary depending on the shooting mode 100 or playback mode 102 1 Access the FUNC menu z z Press the m button 2 Choose a menu item z z Press the o p buttons to choose a menu item and then press the m or r button z z In some menu items functions can be specified simply by pressing the m or r...

Page 26: ... the q r buttons to choose an option 5 Finish the setup process z z Press the n button to return to the screen displayed before you pressed the n button in step 1 To undo any accidental setting changes you can restore the camera s default settings 78 MENU Menu Configure a variety of camera functions through other menus as follows Menu items are grouped by purpose on tabs such as shooting 4 playbac...

Page 27: ...ack of the camera 4 lights up or blinks depending on the camera status Color Indicator Status Camera Status Green On Connected to a computer 19 or display off 23 35 57 76 Blinking Starting up recording reading transmitting images or shooting long exposures 46 When the indicator blinks green never do any of the following things as they may corrupt images or damage the camera or memory card Turn the...

Page 28: ... Mode Other Shooting Modes P Mode Setting Menu Accessories Appendix Index Basic Guide Playback Mode 2 Smart Auto Mode Convenient mode for easy shots with greater control over shooting Shooting Smart Auto 29 Common Convenient Features 32 Image Customization Features 36 Helpful Shooting Features 37 Customizing Camera Operation 38 4 ...

Page 29: ...nd ends X X Your shot is only displayed until the camera is ready to shoot again Still Images Movies Shooting Smart Auto For fully automatic selection at optimal settings for specific scenes simply let the camera determine the subject and shooting conditions 1 Turn the camera on z z Press the power button X X The startup screen is displayed 2 Enter mode z z Press the o button repeatedly until is d...

Page 30: ...inking h icon displayed when you attempt to shoot indicates that shooting is not possible until the flash has finished recharging Shooting can resume as soon as the flash is ready so either press the shutter button all the way down and wait or release it and press it again You can change how long images are displayed after shots 59 Shooting Movies Start shooting z z Press the movie button The came...

Page 31: ...ht Blue Backlit Sunsets Orange Spotlights Dark Blue Dark Tripod Used 2 2 1Not displayed for movies 2Displayed in dark scenes when the camera is held still as when mounted on a tripod Try shooting in G mode 47 if the scene icon does not match actual shooting conditions or if it is not possible to shoot with your expected effect color or brightness Movies The camera may become warm when shooting mov...

Page 32: ...on the zoom range White range optical zoom range where the image will not appear grainy Yellow range digital zoom range where the image is not noticeably grainy ZoomPlus Blue range digital zoom range where the image will appear grainy Zoom Factor Still Images Movies On Screen Frames A variety of frames are displayed once the camera detects subjects you are aiming the camera at A white frame is dis...

Page 33: ... the shutter button it will not affect your shot Configure the setting z z Follow step 1 in Using the Self Timer 33 and choose X X Once the setting is complete is displayed z z Follow step 2 in Using the Self Timer 33 to shoot Because the blue range will not be available at some resolution settings 36 the maximum zoom factor can be achieved by following step 1 Focal length when optical and digital...

Page 34: ...imer You can specify the delay 0 30 seconds and number of shots 1 10 1 Choose z z Following step 1 in Using the Self Timer 33 choose and press the n button 2 Configure the setting z z Press the o p buttons to choose Delay or Shots z z Press the q r buttons to choose a value and then press the m button X X Once the setting is complete is displayed z z Follow step 2 in Using the Self Timer 33 to sho...

Page 35: ...ntil is displayed X X The screen darkens when the camera is not used for approximately two seconds approximately ten seconds after darkening the screen turns off The camera turns off after approximately three minutes of inactivity z z By pressing the q button again is displayed and Eco Mode is deactivated 2 Shoot z z To activate the screen and prepare for shooting when the screen is off but the le...

Page 36: ...han eyes if the camera misinterprets red eye makeup as red pupils for example You can also correct existing images 71 Image Customization Features Still Images Changing Image Resolution Size Choose from 5 levels of image resolution as follows For guidelines on how many shots at each resolution setting can fit on a memory card see Number of Shots per Memory Card 104 Configure the setting z z Press ...

Page 37: ...ailable for the final shot A frame is displayed around people whose eyes are closed when you have selected 2 sec 4 sec 8 sec or Hold in Display Time 59 The frame is not displayed when Display Time is set to Quick 59 Movies Changing Movie Image Quality 2 image quality settings are available For guidelines on the maximum movie length at each level of image quality that will fit on a memory card see ...

Page 38: ... the menu as follows For instructions on menu functions see MENU Menu 26 Still Images Deactivating the Lamp You can deactivate the lamp that normally lights up to help you focus in low light conditions when you press the shutter button halfway or that lights up to reduce red eye when you shoot in low light conditions with the flash Configure the setting z z Press the n button choose Lamp Setting o...

Page 39: ...Mode Other Shooting Modes P Mode Setting Menu Accessories Appendix Index Basic Guide Playback Mode 3 Other Shooting Modes Shoot more effectively in various scenes and take shots enhanced with unique image effects or captured using special functions Specific Scenes 40 Applying Special Effects 42 Special Modes for Other Purposes 45 4 ...

Page 40: ...camera on a tripod or take other measures to keep it still and prevent camera shake mode resolution is 2304 x 1728 and cannot be changed Specific Scenes Choose a mode matching the shooting scene and the camera will automatically configure the settings for optimal shots 1 Choose a shooting mode z z Press the o button repeatedly until is displayed z z Press the m button choose in the menu and choose...

Page 41: ...ed hold it steady while shooting In some scenes images may not look as expected The flash will not fire when is displayed even in low light conditions In scenes with people the camera will shoot continuously when you have set the flash to When using a tripod shoot in mode mode resolution is 2304 x 1728 and cannot be changed Still Images Movies Brightness Color Customization Live View Control Image...

Page 42: ...uttons to choose an effect level and then press the m button X X A preview is shown of how your shot will look with the effect applied 3 Shoot Try taking some test shots first to make sure you obtain the desired results Applying Special Effects Add a variety of effects to images when shooting 1 Choose a shooting mode z z Follow steps 1 2 in Specific Scenes 40 to choose a shooting mode 2 Shoot Stil...

Page 43: ...e resolution of is selected and when a still image resolution of is selected 44 These quality settings cannot be changed Still Images Movies Shots Resembling Miniature Models Miniature Effect Creates the effect of a miniature model by blurring image areas above and below your selected area You can also make movies that look like scenes in miniature models by choosing the playback speed before the ...

Page 44: ...ffect applied 3 Shoot B W Black and white shots Sepia Sepia tone shots Blue Blue and white shots Still Images Shooting with a Toy Camera Effect Toy Camera Effect This effect makes images resemble shots from a toy camera by vignetting darker blurred image corners and changing the overall color 1 Choose z z Follow step 1 in Specific Scenes 40 and choose 2 Choose a color tone z z Press the p button p...

Page 45: ... the number of shots press the p button press the q r buttons to choose the number of shots and then press the m button Blink Detection 37 is only available for the final shot Special Modes for Other Purposes Still Images Using the Face Self Timer The camera will shoot about two seconds after detecting that the face of another person such as the photographer has entered the shooting area 53 This i...

Page 46: ...z z Follow steps 1 2 in Specific Scenes 40 and choose N 2 Choose the shutter speed z z Press the m button choose in the menu and choose the desired shutter speed 25 3 Check the exposure z z Press the shutter button halfway to view the exposure for your selected shutter speed 4 Shoot On screen image brightness in step 3 when you pressed the shutter button halfway may not match the brightness of you...

Page 47: ...ng shots in your preferred shooting style Instructions in this chapter apply to the camera when set to G mode G Program AE AE Auto Exposure Before using a function introduced in this chapter in modes other than G make sure the function is available in that mode 99 101 Shooting in Program AE P Mode 48 Image Brightness Exposure Compensation 48 Color and Continuous Shooting 51 Shooting Range and Focu...

Page 48: ... display the set exposure compensation amount and then shoot You can also shoot still images with exposure compensation bar displayed While recording a movie is displayed and the exposure is locked Still Images Movies Shooting in Program AE P Mode You can customize many function settings to suit your preferred shooting style 1 Enter G mode z z Follow steps 1 2 in Specific Scenes 40 and choose G 2 ...

Page 49: ... shooting conditions Center Weighted Avg Determines the average brightness of light across the entire image area calculated by treating brightness in the central area as more important Spot Metering restricted to within the Spot AE Point frame displayed in the center of the screen Still Images Locking Image Brightness Exposure AE Lock Before shooting you can lock the exposure or you can specify fo...

Page 50: ... shooting conditions correction may be inaccurate or may cause images to appear grainy You can also correct existing images 70 Still Images Changing the ISO Speed z z Press the m button choose in the menu and choose the desired option 25 X X The option you configured is now displayed Automatically adjusts the ISO speed to suit the shooting mode and conditions Low High For shooting outdoors in fair...

Page 51: ... look unnatural if you change camera settings after recording white balance data Color and Continuous Shooting Still Images Movies Adjusting White Balance By adjusting white balance WB you can make image colors look more natural for the scene you are shooting z z Press the m button choose in the menu and choose the desired option 25 X X The option you configured is now displayed Auto Automatically...

Page 52: ...mounting the camera on a tripod and shooting with the camera set to 33 Still Images Continuous Shooting Hold the shutter button all the way down to shoot continuously For details on the continuous shooting speed see Continuous Shooting Speed 105 1 Configure the setting z z Press the m button choose in the menu and then choose W 25 X X Once the setting is complete W is displayed 2 Shoot X X Hold th...

Page 53: ...en frames are displayed in the areas in focus when you press the shutter button halfway If faces are not detected when Servo AF 54 is set to On the AF frame is displayed in the center of the screen when you press the shutter button halfway Examples of faces that cannot be detected Subjects that are distant or extremely close Subjects that are dark or light Faces in profile at an angle or partly hi...

Page 54: ...t the exposure as long as you press the shutter button halfway 1 Configure the setting z z Press the n button choose Servo AF on the 4 tab and then choose On 26 2 Focus z z The focus and exposure are maintained where the blue AF frame is displayed while you are pressing the shutter button halfway Still Images Choosing Subjects to Focus On Tracking AF Shoot after choosing a subject to focus on as f...

Page 55: ... AF frames may not turn blue when you press the shutter button halfway In this case the focus and exposure are set according to the specified AF frame mode If adequate exposure cannot be obtained shutter speeds and aperture values are displayed in orange Release the shutter button and then press it halfway again AF lock shooting is not available AF Point Zoom on the 4 tab is not available Not avai...

Page 56: ... z z To unlock FE release the shutter button and press the r button again In this case is no longer displayed 3 Compose the shot and shoot FE Flash Exposure Flash Still Images Changing the Flash Mode You can change the flash mode to match the shooting scene z z Press the r button press the q r buttons to choose a flash mode and then press the m button X X The option you configured is now displayed...

Page 57: ...g repeat this process but choose Off Grid lines are not recorded in your shots Using Eco Mode This function allows you to conserve battery power in Shooting mode When the camera is not in use the screen quickly darkens to reduce battery consumption 1 Configure the setting z z Press the q button and then press the q r buttons to choose X X is now shown on the shooting screen 97 X X The screen darke...

Page 58: ...2 Check the focus z z Press the shutter button halfway The face detected as the main subject is now magnified z z To restore the original setting choose Off in step 1 The area in focus will not be magnified when you press the shutter button halfway if a face was not detected if the person is too close to the camera and their face is too large for the screen or if the camera detects subject movemen...

Page 59: ...he m button you can do the following operations Note that the settings of Display Info on the 4 tab cannot be changed Protection 65 Still Images Changing the Image Display Style After Shots You can change how long images are displayed and what information is displayed immediately after shooting Changing the Image Display Period After Shots 1 Access the Review image after shooting screen z z Press ...

Page 60: ...k Mode Have fun reviewing your shots and browse or edit them in many ways To prepare the camera for these operations press the 1 button to enter Playback mode It may not be possible to play back or edit images that were renamed or already edited on a computer or images from other cameras Viewing 61 Browsing and Filtering Images 62 Image Viewing Options 64 Protecting Images 65 Erasing Images 67 Rot...

Page 61: ...ode from Playback mode press the shutter button halfway If you prefer to have the most recent shot displayed when you enter Playback mode press the n button and on the 1 tab choose Resume and then Last shot To change the transition shown between images press the n button choose Transition on the 1 tab and then press the q r buttons to choose the effect Volume Indicator Still Images Movies Viewing ...

Page 62: ... an image X X An orange frame is displayed around the selected image z z Press the m button to view the selected image in single image display Still Images Movies Switching Display Modes Press the p button to view other information on the screen or to hide the information For details on the information displayed see Playback Detailed Information Display 98 No Information Display Simple Information...

Page 63: ...wn Still Images Movies Finding Images Matching Specified Conditions Find desired images quickly on a memory card full of images by filtering image display according to your specified conditions You can also protect 65 or delete 67 these images all at once Shot Date Displays the images shot on a specific date Still image Movie Displays only still images or movies 1 Choose the first condition for im...

Page 64: ... to other images during playback by pressing the q r buttons For fast forward or fast rewind hold the q r buttons down In image search mode 63 only images matching search conditions are played Image Viewing Options Still Images Magnifying Images 1 Magnify an image z z Moving the zoom lever toward k will zoom in and magnify the image and is displayed You can magnify images up to about 10x by contin...

Page 65: ...sing the Menu 1 Access the setting screen z z Press the n button and choose Protect on the 1 tab 26 2 Choose a selection method z z Choose a menu item and a setting as desired 26 z z To return to the menu screen press the n button Changing Slideshow Settings You can set up slideshows to repeat and you can change the transitions between images and the display duration of each image 1 Access the set...

Page 66: ... be erased if you format the card 74 Protected images cannot be erased using the camera s erasure function To erase them this way first cancel protection Choosing Images Individually 1 Choose Select z z Following step 2 in Using the Menu 65 choose Select and press the m button 2 Choose an image z z Press the q r buttons to choose an image and then press the m button is displayed z z To cancel sele...

Page 67: ...oose an image following step 2 in Choosing Images Individually 66 is displayed z z To cancel selection press the m button again is no longer displayed z z Repeat this process to specify other images Still Images Movies Erasing Images You can choose and erase unneeded images one by one Be careful when erasing images because they cannot be recovered However protected images 65 cannot be erased 1 Cho...

Page 68: ... or r button depending on the desired direction Each time you press the button the image is rotated 90 Press the m button to complete the setting Using the Menu 1 Choose Rotate z z Press the n button and choose Rotate on the 1 tab 26 3 Erase the image z z Press the n button A confirmation message is displayed z z Press the q r buttons to choose OK and then press the m button Specifying All Images ...

Page 69: ...button X X Save new image is displayed 4 Save the new image z z Press the q r buttons to choose OK and then press the m button X X The image is now saved as a new file 2 Rotate the image z z Press the q r buttons to choose an image z z The image is rotated 90 each time you press the m button z z To return to the menu screen press the n button Movies with an image quality of cannot be rotated Rotat...

Page 70: ...view the new image z z Press the n button Display new image is displayed z z Press the q r buttons to choose Yes and then press the m button X X The saved image is now displayed Editing is not possible for images shot at a resolution of 36 or saved as in step 3 Images cannot be resized to a higher resolution Still Images Correcting Image Brightness i Contrast Excessively dark image areas such as f...

Page 71: ...matically corrects images affected by red eye You can save the corrected image as a separate file 1 Choose Red Eye Correction z z Press the n button and then choose Red Eye Correction on the 1 tab 26 2 Choose an image z z Press the q r buttons to choose an image 3 Correct the image z z Press the m button X X Red eye detected by the camera is now corrected and frames are displayed around corrected ...

Page 72: ...Basic Operations Advanced Guide Camera Basics Smart Auto Mode Other Shooting Modes P Mode Setting Menu Accessories Appendix Index Basic Guide Playback Mode 6 Setting Menu Customize or adjust basic camera functions for greater convenience Adjusting Basic Camera Functions 73 4 ...

Page 73: ...verride the LCD Brightness setting on the 3 tab To restore the original brightness press and hold the p button again for at least one second or restart the camera Adjusting Basic Camera Functions Functions can be configured on the 3 tab Customize commonly used functions as desired for greater convenience 26 Silencing Camera Operations Silence camera sounds and movies as follows z z Choose Mute and...

Page 74: ...e recording suddenly stops Low level formatting erases all data on a memory card Before low level formatting copy images on the memory card to a computer or take other steps to back them up z z On the screen in step 2 of Formatting Memory Cards 74 press the o p buttons to choose Low Level Format and then press the q r buttons to select this option A icon is displayed z z Follow step 3 in Formattin...

Page 75: ...r than Formatting Memory Cards 74 because data is erased from all storage regions of the memory card You can cancel low level formatting in progress by choosing Stop In this case all data will be erased but the memory card can be used normally File Numbering Your shots are automatically numbered in sequential order 0001 9999 and saved in folders that store up to 2 000 images each You can change ho...

Page 76: ... button z z Press the q r buttons to choose the destination z z To set daylight saving time 1 hour ahead press the o p buttons to choose z z Press the m button 2 Switch to the destination time zone z z Press the o p buttons to choose World and then press the n button X X is now shown on the shooting screen On Screen Information 97 Adjusting the date or time while in mode 12 will automatically upda...

Page 77: ... m button Adjusting Other Settings The following settings can also be adjusted on the 3 tab Video System 81 Eye Fi Settings 90 Date and Time Adjust the date and time as follows z z Choose Date Time and then press the m button z z Press the q r buttons to choose an item and then press the o p buttons to adjust the setting Checking Certification Logos Some logos for certification requirements met by...

Page 78: ...g Defaults If you accidentally change a setting you can restore default camera settings z z Choose Reset All and then press the m button z z Press the q r buttons to choose OK and then press the m button X X Default settings are now restored The following functions are not restored to default settings 3 tab settings Date Time 12 Time Zone 76 Language 14 and Video System 81 Custom white balance dat...

Page 79: ...ting Modes P Mode Setting Menu Accessories Appendix Index Basic Guide Playback Mode 7 Accessories Use included accessories effectively and enjoy the camera in more ways with optional Canon accessories and other compatible accessories sold separately Optional Accessories 80 Using Optional Accessories 81 Printing Images 83 Using an Eye Fi Card 90 4 ...

Page 80: ...ies The following camera accessories are sold separately Note that availability varies by area and some accessories may no longer be available Power Supplies Battery Pack NB 11L z z Rechargeable lithium ion battery Battery Charger CB 2LF CB 2LFE z z Charger for Battery Pack NB 11L The battery includes a convenient cover which you can attach to know the charging status at a glance Attach the cover ...

Page 81: ...possible unless the camera video output format NTSC or PAL matches the TV format To change the video output format press the n button and choose Video System on the 3 tab Still Images Movies Using Optional Accessories Still Images Movies Playback on a TV Connecting the camera to a TV with the AV Cable AVC DC400 sold separately enables you to view your shots on the larger screen of the TV as you co...

Page 82: ...ot disconnect the adapter or unplug the power cord while the camera is still on This may erase your shots or damage the camera Do not attach the adapter or adapter cord to other objects Doing so could result in malfunction or damage to the product Still Images Movies Powering the Camera with Household Power Powering the camera with AC Adapter Kit ACK DC90 sold separately eliminates the need to mon...

Page 83: ...ld separately see Printers 80 Still Images Movies Printing Images Your shots can easily be printed by connecting the camera to a printer On the camera you can specify images to set up batch printing prepare orders for photo development services and prepare orders or print images for photobooks A Canon SELPHY CP series compact photo printer is used here for the sake of illustration Screens displaye...

Page 84: ... choose OK and then press the m button 3 Print the image z z Follow step 7 in Easy Print 83 to print Cropping may not be possible at small image sizes or at some aspect ratios Dates may not be printed correctly if you crop images shot with Date Stamp selected Still Images Configuring Print Settings 1 Access the printing screen z z Follow steps 1 6 in Easy Print 83 to access the screen at left 2 Co...

Page 85: ...z Following steps 1 4 in Choosing Paper Size and Layout Before Printing 85 choose ID Photo and press the m button 2 Choose the long and short side length z z Press the o p buttons to choose an item Choose the length by pressing the q r buttons and then press the m button Still Images Choosing Paper Size and Layout Before Printing 1 Choose Paper Settings z z After following step 1 in Configuring Pr...

Page 86: ...service can be set up on the camera Choose up to 998 images on a memory card and configure relevant settings such as the number of copies as follows The printing information you prepare this way will conform to DPOF Digital Print Order Format standards Still Images Configuring Print Settings Specify the printing format whether to add the date or file number and other settings as follows These sett...

Page 87: ...se which images to print by following step 2 z z When finished press the n button to return to the menu screen Print Type Standard One image is printed per sheet Index Smaller versions of multiple images are printed per sheet Both Both standard and index formats are printed Date On Images are printed with the shooting date Off File No On Images are printed with the file number Off Clear DPOF data ...

Page 88: ...s camera may overwrite all previous settings After importing images to your computer also refer to the Software Guide 17 and the printer manual for further information Still Images Setting Up Printing for All Images z z Following step 1 in Setting Up Printing for Individual Images 87 choose Select All Images and press the m button z z Press the q r buttons to choose OK and then press the m button ...

Page 89: ... All Images from a Photobook z z Following the procedure in Choosing a Selection Method 89 choose Clear All Selections and press the m button z z Press the q r buttons to choose OK and then press the m button Still Images Adding Images Individually 1 Choose Select z z Following the procedure in Choosing a Selection Method 88 choose Select and press the m button 2 Choose an image z z Press the q r ...

Page 90: ...on info and then press the m button X X The connection information screen is displayed Still Images Movies Using an Eye Fi Card Before using an Eye Fi card always confirm that local use is permitted 2 Inserting a prepared Eye Fi card enables automatic wireless transfer of images to a computer or uploading to a photo sharing website Images are transferred by the Eye Fi card Refer to the card s user...

Page 91: ...ting as follows to disable Eye Fi transfer by the card if necessary Choose Disable in Eye Fi trans z z Press the n button choose Eye Fi Settings on the 3 tab and then press the m button z z Choose Eye Fi trans and then choose Disable Eye Fi Settings is not shown unless an Eye Fi card is in the camera with its write protect tab in the unlocked position For this reason you cannot change settings for...

Page 92: ...a Basics Smart Auto Mode Other Shooting Modes P Mode Setting Menu Accessories Appendix Index Basic Guide Playback Mode 8 Appendix Helpful information when using the camera Troubleshooting 93 On Screen Messages 95 On Screen Information 97 Functions and Menu Tables 99 Handling Precautions 103 Specifications 103 4 ...

Page 93: ...you press the shutter button halfway Otherwise try pressing the shutter button halfway repeatedly Subjects in shots look too dark Set the flash mode to h 56 Adjust brightness by using exposure compensation 48 Adjust contrast by using i Contrast 50 70 Troubleshooting If you think there is a problem with the camera first check the following If the items below do not solve your problem contact a Cano...

Page 94: ...mputer performance is inadequate Sound is not played during movies Adjust the volume 61 if you have activated Mute 73 or the sound in the movie is faint No sound is played for movies shot in mode 43 because audio is not recorded in this mode Use AE lock or spot metering 49 Subjects look too bright highlights are washed out Set the flash mode to 34 Adjust brightness by using exposure compensation 4...

Page 95: ...er Support Help Desk 11 Insufficient space on card There is not enough free space on the memory card to shoot 28 39 47 or edit images 69 71 Either erase unneeded images 67 or insert a memory card with enough free space 11 Charge the battery 10 No Image The memory card does not contain any images that can be displayed Protected 65 Unidentified Image Incompatible JPEG Image too large Cannot play bac...

Page 96: ... 86 or Photobook Set up 88 settings could not be saved correctly Reduce the number of selected images and try again Communication error An excessive amount of images approx 1 000 on the memory card prevented printing or image transfer to a computer To transfer the images use a commercially available USB card reader To print insert the memory card directly into the printer card slot Naming error Th...

Page 97: ... level Display Details Sufficient charge Slightly depleted but sufficient Blinking red Nearly depleted charge the battery soon Charge the battery Depleted charge the battery immediately On Screen Information Shooting Information Display Battery level 97 White balance 51 Drive mode 52 Eco mode 35 57 Self timer 33 Camera shake warning 30 Metering method 49 Eye Fi connection status 90 Resolution 36 R...

Page 98: ...o continue skipping forward keep holding down the m button c Shown when the camera is connected to a PictBridge compatible printer 83 Displays the frame approx 4 sec before or after the current frame To skip forward or back during movie playback press the q r buttons Playback Detailed Information Display Movies 29 61 Shooting mode 99 ISO speed 50 Playback speed 43 Exposure compensation level 48 Wh...

Page 99: ...oting Mode Shooting Mode Function G I P t N Flash 34 56 O O O O O O O O O O O O O O h O O O O O O O O O O O O Z 1 O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O AE Lock FE Lock 2 49 56 O AF Lock 55 O O O Eco Mode 35 57 On Off O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O Screen Display No Information Display O O O O O O O O O O Information Display O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O Available or set automatically Not availa...

Page 100: ...s Dark Light 2 Cannot be set to 0 seconds in modes without selection of the number of shots 3 One shot cannot be modified in modes without selection of the number of shots 4 Synchronizes with the resolution setting and is automatically set 43 FUNC Menu Shooting Mode Function G I P t N Exposure Compensation 48 O O 1 O O O O O O O O O O O O O ISO Speed 50 O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O White Bala...

Page 101: ...O O O Date Date Time O O O O O O O O O Available or set automatically Not available 1 Operation when no faces are detected varies by shooting mode 2 On when subject movement is detected in mode 4 Shooting Menu Shooting Mode Function G I P t N AF Frame 53 Face AiAF 1 O O O O O O O O O O O O O Tracking AF O O O O O O O O O O Center O O O O O O O O O O O O O Digital Zoom 32 On O O O O O O O O Off O O...

Page 102: ...Ref Page Item Ref Page Rotate 68 Play Movie 61 Protect 65 Image Search 63 Print 86 Slideshow 64 3 Set up Menu Item Ref Page Item Ref Page Mute 73 Format 74 Volume 73 File Numbering 75 Hints Tips 73 Create Folder 75 Date Time 12 Video System 81 Time Zone 76 Eye Fi Settings 90 Lens Retract 75 Certification Logo Display 77 Power Saving 23 76 Language 14 LCD Brightness 73 Reset All 78 Start up Image 7...

Page 103: ...cting it to strong impact Never bring the camera near magnets motors or other devices that generate strong electromagnetic fields which may cause malfunction or erase image data If water droplets or dirt adheres to the camera or screen wipe with a dry soft cloth such as an eyeglass cloth Do not rub hard or apply force Never use cleaners containing organic solvents to clean the camera or screen Use...

Page 104: ... infinity Other modes 5 cm 2 0 in infinity 1 2 m 3 9 ft infinity e 3 50 cm 1 2 in 1 6 ft u 3 m 9 8 ft infinity 3 m 9 8 ft infinity Not available in some shooting modes Number of Shots Recording Time Playback Time Number of Shots Approx 220 in Eco mode Approx 300 Movie Recording Time 1 Approx 50 minutes Continuous Shooting 2 Approx 1 hour 30 minutes Playback Time Approx 5 hours 1Time under default ...

Page 105: ...100 240 V AC 50 60 Hz 8 0 VA 0 07 A 100 V 0 04 A 240 V Rated Output 4 2 V 0 41 A Charging Time Approx 2 hr when using NB 11L Charge Indicator Charging orange Fully charged green two indicator system Operating Temperatures 5 40 C 41 104 F All data is based on tests by Canon Camera specifications or appearance are subject to change without notice USA and Canada only The Lithium ion polymer battery t...

Page 106: ... Face self timer shooting mode 45 FE lock 56 File numbering 75 Fireworks shooting mode 40 Fish eye effect shooting mode 42 Flash Deactivating flash 34 On 56 Focusing AF frames 53 AF lock 55 AF point zoom 58 59 Servo AF 54 Focusing range Infinity 53 Macro 52 Focus lock 54 FUNC menu Basic operations 25 Table 100 102 G Grid lines 57 58 I i Contrast 50 70 Image quality Compression ratio image quality ...

Page 107: ...Memory cards Searching 63 Self timer 33 2 second self timer 33 Customizing the self timer 34 Face self timer shooting mode 45 Servo AF 54 Shooting Shooting date time Date time Shooting information 97 Slideshow 64 Snow shooting mode 40 Sounds 73 Stereo AV cable 81 Strap 2 10 Super vivid shooting mode 42 T Terminal 81 83 Toy camera effect shooting mode 44 Tracking AF 54 Traveling with the camera 76 ...

Page 108: ...ules 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 reaso...

Page 109: ...deo and or decoding MPEG 4 compliant video that was encoded only 1 for a personal and non commercial purpose or 2 by a video provider licensed under the AT T patents to provide MPEG 4 compliant video No license is granted or implied for any other use for MPEG 4 standard Disclaimer Reprinting transmitting or storing in a retrieval system any part of this guide without the permission of Canon is pro...

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