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*1 Default setting is 3 shots.
*2 They are classified according to the following categories.

(People):

or images with faces detected when [Face

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(Scenery):

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*3 Default setting for

*4 Default setting for

MF-Point Zoom

On*/Off

p. 65

AF Mode

Continuous*/Single

p. 60

AF-assist Beam

On*/Off

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Review

Off/2*–10 sec./Hold

Basic Guide

p. 11

Save Original

On/Off*

p. 81

Auto Category

On*/Off

Sets whether on not
images are
automatically
classified into
categories during
shooting.*

IS Mode

Continuous*/Shoot Only/
Panning/Off

p. 35

Converter

None*/WC-DC58B/
TC-DC58C

Set up when shooting
using the [IS Mode]
by attaching the
teleconverter or wide
converter, sold
separately (p. 140).

Custom Display
Settings

LCD/
Viewfinder

pp. 15, 18

Off*

/On*

Shooting Info

Off*

/On*

Grid Lines

Off*

/On*

3:2 Guide

Off*

/On

Histogram

Off*

/On*

Set Shortcut
button

p. 82

Save Settings

p. 59

Menu Item

Options

Reference Page

Summary of Contents for PowerShot G7 User Guide Advanced

Page 1: ...k Erasing Print Transfer Settings Customizing the Camera Troubleshooting Advanced ENGLISH List of Messages Appendix DIGITAL CAMERA Advanced Camera User Guide CDI E251 010 XXXXXXX 2006 CANON INC PRINTED IN JAPAN Camera User Guide This guide explains camera features and procedures in detail ...

Page 2: ...verter or an externally mounted flash for EOS cameras when shooting Playback zOrganizes Images by category zAuto plays slideshows Editing zAdds effects to still images with My Colors zRecords sound memos for still images zEdits movies zRecords sound only sound recorder Printing zMakes printing easy with the Print Share button zAlso supports non Canon brand PictBridge compliant printers Uses of Rec...

Page 3: ...ards with this camera These cards are collectively called memory cards in this guide Use of genuine Canon accessories is recommended This product is designed to achieve excellent performance when used with genuine Canon accessories Canon shall not be liable for any damage to this product and or accidents such as fire etc caused by the malfunction of non genuine Canon accessories e g a leakage and ...

Page 4: ...ault Values 32 Formatting Memory Cards 33 Changing the Recording Pixels and Compression Still Images 34 Setting the Image Stabilizer Function 35 Using the Digital Zoom Digital Tele converter 36 Adjusting the ISO Speed 38 Switching between Metering Modes 39 Adjusting the Exposure Compensation 41 Adjusting the Tone White Balance 42 Continuous Shooting 44 Checking for Focus Right After Shooting 46 Pr...

Page 5: ...ngs 72 Compensating the Flash Adjustment Flash Output 73 Switching the Timing at which the Flash Fires 74 Shooting in a My Colors Mode 75 Changing the Color 77 Registering Settings to the Shortcut Button 82 Setting the Auto Rotate Function 84 Creating an Image Destination Folder 85 Resetting the File Number 87 Magnifying Images 89 Viewing Images in Sets of Nine Index Playback 90 Organizing Images ...

Page 6: ...nitor output 128 Printing with a direct print compatible printer 128 Viewing Images on a TV set 133 Battery Handling 134 Handling the Memory Card 136 Using the Power Kits Sold Separately 138 Using the Lenses Sold Separately 140 Using an Externally Mounted Flash Sold Separately 144 Camera Care and Maintenance 149 Specifications 150 Print Settings Transfer Settings 111 Customizing the Camera My Came...

Page 7: ...l cameras are intended for personal use and should never be used in a manner that infringes upon or contravenes international or domestic copyright laws and regulations Please be advised that in certain cases the copying of images from performances exhibitions or commercial properties by means of a camera or other device may contravene copyright or other legal rights even if the image was shot for...

Page 8: ... its accessories to prevent injuries or damage to yourself other persons and equipment zEquipment refers to the camera battery charger sold separately and car battery charger sold separately zBattery refers to the battery pack 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 e...

Page 9: ...he equipment to come into contact with or become immersed in water or other liquids If the exterior comes into contact with liquids or salt air wipe it dry with a soft absorbent cloth Continued use of the equipment may result in fire or electrical shock Immediately turn the camera power off and remove the camera batteries or unplug the power code from the power outlet Please consult your camera di...

Page 10: ...ry charger and compact power adapter from both the camera and the power outlet after recharging or when not in use to avoid fire and other hazards z Do not place anything such as tablecloths carpets bedding or cushions on top of the battery charger while it is charging Continued use over a long period may cause the units to overheat and distort resulting in fire z When recharging the battery use o...

Page 11: ... to injury or damage the equipment when wearing or holding it by the strap z Do not store the equipment in humid or dusty areas z Do not allow metal objects such as pins or keys or dirt to contact the charger terminals or plug Such conditions could lead to fire electrical shock or other damage z Avoid using placing or storing the equipment in places subject to strong sunlight or high temperatures ...

Page 12: ...ansformers for foreign travel because it may lead to malfunctions excessive heat generation fire electric shock or injury Flash z Do not operate the flash with dirt dust or other items stuck to the surface of the flash z Be careful not to cover the flash with your fingers or clothing when shooting The flash may be damaged and emit smoke or noise The resulting heat build up could damage the flash z...

Page 13: ...avoid condensation by placing the equipment in an airtight resealable plastic bag and letting it adjust to temperature changes slowly before removing it from the bag Moving the equipment rapidly between hot and cold temperatures may cause condensation water droplets to form on its external and internal surfaces If Condensation Forms Inside the Camera z Stop using the camera immediately Continued u...

Page 14: ...The LCD monitor on or off setting is retained even after the camera power is turned off zThe LCD monitor does not shut off in the or mode zThe LCD monitor will not switch to the detailed display in the index playback mode p 90 Playback Mode No Information Standard Detailed Shooting Mode Standard 1 No Information Detailed 1 2 Information View Off 1 Displayed information can be changed p 15 2 Shooti...

Page 15: ...playback mode hold the FUNC SET button down for more than one second zIf you hold the camera horizontally it displays the time If you hold it vertically the time and date display zYou can change the display color by pressing the or button zThe clock display will cease when the display interval is over or when a button is operated zThe clock s display interval can be changed in the Set up menu p 29...

Page 16: ...ain The next time you turn on the camera the LCD monitor will be at the brightness setting selected in the Set up menu You cannot change the brightness of the LCD monitor with this function if you have already set it to its highest setting in the Set up menu Night Display When shooting in dark conditions the camera automatically brightens the LCD monitor to suit the brightness of the subject makin...

Page 17: ... three display modes on the LCD monitor Display 1 Display 2 Display Off The 3 display modes can be switched by pressing the DISPLAY button p 12 Shooting Info Displays shooting information p 18 Grid Lines Displays grid lines to divide the screen into 9 parts Helps confirm the vertical and horizontal positioning of the subject p 18 3 2 Guide Helps confirm the print area for a 3 2 print Areas outside...

Page 18: ...r icon 3 Shooting Info Grid Lines 3 2 Guide Histogram z Using the and buttons select the items you wish to display on the LCD monitor and press the FUNC SET button to place a 3 z Even though items that are grayed out can be set they will not display in the current shooting mode If you press the shutter button halfway and return to the shooting screen from the custom display settings screen the set...

Page 19: ... the brightness while shooting The greater the bias toward the left in the graph the darker the image The greater the bias toward the right the brighter the image If the image is too dark adjust the exposure compensation to a positive value Similarly adjust the exposure compensation to a negative value if the image is too bright p 41 Sample Histograms Balanced Image Dark Image Bright Image ...

Page 20: ...ry p 134 Image Stabilizer p 35 Normal Exposure Index Exposure Level Mark p 51 Create Folder p 85 MF Indicator p 65 Stills Recordable Shots Movies Remaining Time Elapsed Time Wind Filter Off p 58 Exposure Shift Bar p 57 AE Lock p 68 FE Lock p 69 Shutter Speed p 48 Aperture Value p 50 Exposure Compensation p 41 AF Lock p 64 Manual Focus p 65 White Balance p 42 My Colors p 75 Bracket pp 67 70 Flash E...

Page 21: ...insufficient illumination Use the following methods to shoot Set the IS mode to any setting other than Off p 35 Raise the ISO speed p 38 Select a setting other than flash off Attach the camera to a tripod or other device Shooting Date Time Displayed image number Total number of images Protection Status p 107 WAVE Format Sound p 101 Folder Number File Number Compression Still Images p 35 Recording ...

Page 22: ... Metering Mode p 39 White Balance p 42 ND Filter p 71 My Colors p 75 My Colors Playback p 98 Image with a My colors effect AF Lock p 64 Manual Focus p 65 Macro Basic Guide p 16 File size Recording Pixels Still Image p 34 Movie Length Movies p 54 Shooting Mode Basic Guide pp 12 13 p 52 p 54 pp 48 51 Shutter Speed p 48 Recording Pixels Frame Rate Movies p 57 Exposure Compensation p 41 Flash Exposure...

Page 23: ...iled display mode of the playback mode Power Saving Function Shooting Mode Powers down approximately 3 minutes after the last control is accessed on the camera The LCD monitor automatically turns off 1 minute after the last control is accessed even if Auto Power Down is set to Off Press any button other than the power button or change the camera orientation to turn the LCD monitor back on Playback...

Page 24: ...e convenience of not having to switch the Date Time settings Setting the Home World Time Zones Setting the World Clock 1 Set up Menu Time Zone See Menus and Settings p 25 2 Home 3 Use the or button to select a home time zone z You can also select an area with the control dial z To set the daylight saving option use the or button to display The time will advance by 1 hour 4 World ...

Page 25: ... button to select Home World and the or button to select 1 Set up Menu Time Zone See Menus and Settings p 25 2 Use the or button to select zTo change the destination time zone use the FUNC SET button zWhen you switch to the destination time zone will display on the monitor If you change the date and time when the destination time zone is selected the home time zone date and time will also change a...

Page 26: ...button cUse the or button to select a menu item Some items may not be selectable in some shooting modes dUse the or button to select an option for the menu item You can select further options with the MENU button for some options After selecting an option you can press the shutter button to shoot immediately After shooting this menu will appear again allowing you to adjust the settings easily You ...

Page 27: ... selectable in some shooting modes You can also use the control dial to select a menu item dUse the or button to select an option Menu items followed by an ellipsis can only be set after pressing the FUNC SET button to display the next menu Press the FUNC SET button again to confirm the setting ePress the MENU button This example shows the Rec menu when in mode In playback mode the Play Print Set ...

Page 28: ...Flash Flash Output p 73 Frame Rate Movie p 57 Metering Mode p 39 Recording Pixels Movie p 57 Menu Item Options Reference Page Digital Zoom On Off 1 4x 2 3x In standard movie mode On Off p 36 Flash Sync 1st curtain 2nd curtain p 74 Slow Synchro On Off Basic Guide p 15 Flash Adjust Auto Manual p 72 Red Eye On Off Basic Guide p 15 Safety FE On Off p 51 Self timer Delay 0 10 15 20 30 sec Shots 1 10 1 ...

Page 29: ... Basic Guide p 11 Save Original On Off p 81 Auto Category On Off Sets whether on not images are automatically classified into categories during shooting 2 IS Mode Continuous Shoot Only Panning Off p 35 Converter None WC DC58B TC DC58C Set up when shooting using the IS Mode by attaching the teleconverter or wide converter sold separately p 140 Custom Display Settings LCD Viewfinder pp 15 18 Off 3 O...

Page 30: ...tions Select by Category Print Settings Menu Item Options Reference Page Mute On Off Set to On to silence all operation sounds except for the warning sounds Basic Guide p 10 Volume Off 1 2 3 4 5 Adjusts the volume of the start up sound operation sound self timer sound shutter sound and playback sound The volume cannot be adjusted if Mute is set to On Start up Vol Adjusts the volume of the start up...

Page 31: ...ter On Off Reduces wind noise LCD Brightness 7 to 0 to 7 Use the or button to adjust the brightness You can check the brightness in the LCD monitor while you are adjusting the setting Power Saving p 21 Auto Power Down On Off Sets whether or not the camera automatically powers down after a set period of time elapses without the camera being operated Display Off 10 sec 20 sec 30 sec 1 min 2 min 3 mi...

Page 32: ... be changed while connected to a printer File Numbering Continuous Auto Reset p 87 Create Folder p 85 Create New Folder Check mark On No check mark Off Creates a folder during the next shooting session Auto Create Off Daily Monday Sunday Monthly You can also set an auto creation time Auto Rotate On Off p 84 Distance Units m cm ft in Sets the units for the MF indicator distance unit p 65 Lens Retra...

Page 33: ...era power is turned on Start up Sound Sets the sound played when the camera power is turned on Operation Sound Sets the sound played when any button other than the shutter button is pressed Selftimer Sound Sets the sound played 2 seconds before the shutter releases in self timer mode Shutter Sound Sets the sound played when the shutter button is pressed There is no shutter sound for movies My Came...

Page 34: ...o operate zSettings cannot be reset when the camera is connected to a computer or to a printer zThe following cannot be reset Shooting mode The Time Zone Date Time Language and Video System options in the Set up menu pp 29 30 ISO speed p 38 White balance data recorded with the custom white balance function p 43 Colors specified in the Color Accent p 78 or Color Swap p 79 modes Newly registered My ...

Page 35: ...d press zTo perform a low level format use the button to select Low Level Format and the or button to add a check mark zYou can stop formatting a card when Low Level Format is selected by pressing the FUNC SET button You can still use a card without problem when formatting is halted but its data will be erased zThis operation is not available in mode zLow Level Format We recommend you select Low L...

Page 36: ... about A2 size Approx 420 x 594 mm 16 5 x 23 4 in Medium 1 2816 x 2112 pixels Printing to about A3 size Approx 297 x 420 mm 11 7 x 16 5 in Medium 2 2272 x 1704 pixels Printing to about A4 size Approx 210 x 297 mm 8 3 x 11 7 in Medium 3 1600 x 1200 pixels Print postcard size prints 148 x 100 mm 6 x 4 in Print L size prints 119 x 89 mm 4 7 x 3 5 in Small 640 x 480 pixels Send images as e mail attach...

Page 37: ...can check the effect of the IS mode on image blur on the LCD monitor since the IS mode runs continually This makes it easier to compose images and focus on subjects Shoot Only IS mode is only activated when the shutter button is pressed When set to Continuous some blurring may occur depending on the subjects In Shoot Only mode subjects can be taken without concern for any unnatural movement that m...

Page 38: ...speeds such as with evening shots Use of a tripod is recommended zIf camera shake is too strong it may not be fully corrected zHold the camera horizontally while panning stabilization does not work when the camera is held vertically Using the Digital Zoom Digital Tele converter Shooting Mode Selection Focal Length Shooting Characteristics Standard 35 840 mm Enables shooting at zoom factors of up t...

Page 39: ...ever toward and shoot z The combined digital and optical zoom setting will display in the LCD monitor z Based on the number of recording pixels set the Safety Zoom feature calculates the maximum zoom factor beyond which images will begin to deteriorate The digital zoom pauses at this zoom factor for a moment and appears on the LCD monitor If you press the zoom lever toward again you can zoom in ev...

Page 40: ...n telephoto shooting Adjusting the ISO Speed Shooting Mode 1 Select an ISO speed using the ISO speed dial zWhen selecting a settable ISO speed the ISO speed lamp will blink orange zSelecting 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 t...

Page 41: ...aluates complex lighting conditions such as the position of the subject the brightness the direct light and the backlighting and adjusts the settings to the correct exposure for the main subject Center Weighted Average Averages the light metered from the entire frame but gives greater weight to the subject matter at the center Spot Meters the area within the spot AE point frame Can be set when the...

Page 42: ...nt to the center of the LCD monitor Move the spot AE point to the same position as the selected AF frame 1 Rec Menu Spot AE Point Center AF Point See Menus and Settings p 25 Default setting zWhen Spot AE Point is set to Center the spot AE point frame appears at the center of the LCD monitor zWhen Spot AE Point is set to AF Point it appears inside the selected AF frame ...

Page 43: ...tion Follow procedure 1 to restore the compensation value to 0 Adjusting the Exposure Compensation Shooting Mode 1 Press the button several times until the exposure compensation bar is displayed zUse the or buttons to adjust the exposure compensation and press the button zDepending on the shooting mode pressing the button will switch between the setting items as follows mode Exposure compensation ...

Page 44: ... For recording under overcast shady or twilight skies Tungsten For recording under tungsten and bulb type 3 wavelength fluorescent lighting Fluorescent For recording under warm white cool white or warm white 3 wavelength fluorescent lighting Fluorescent H For recording under daylight fluorescent or daylight fluorescent type 3 wavelength fluorescent lighting Flash When using the flash cannot be set...

Page 45: ...ations that are difficult for the Auto setting to detect correctly zShooting close ups Macro zShooting subjects of monotone color such as sky sea or forest zShooting with a particular source of light such as a mercury vapor lamp 1 FUNC Menu Auto Custom See Menus and Settings p 24 Default setting 2 Aim the camera at a piece of white paper or cloth and press zIf you are viewing it with the LCD monit...

Page 46: ...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 zShoot with the same settings as when reading the white balance data If the settings differ the optimal white balance may not be set In particular the following should not be changed ISO Speed F...

Page 47: ...t Continuous shooting is possible when the shutter button is held down and focus can be adjusted during the shooting not applicable when in manual focus mode 1 Press the button and use the or button to display or 2 Shoot zThe camera will continue to record successive images while the shutter button is held down Recording will cease when the shutter button is released zWhen in will be the default s...

Page 48: ...s z Displays as follows Camera is focused AF frame for the image that has been shot displays in white and an orange frame appears within the focused frame Camera is not focused image that has been shot displays and an orange frame displays at the center of the image z Contents of the orange frame can be confirmed at the bottom right Zoom can be used p 89 z You can switch between AF frames and chan...

Page 49: ...ted you can switch which AF frame to use for checking the focus each time you press the MENU button zMove the AF frame to the position you wish to check the focus of using the or button zPressing the MENU button restores the standard display position If you have an image with multiple AF frames selected each press of the MENU button will switch which AF frame to use for checking the focus ...

Page 50: ...camera automatically selects an aperture value to match the brightness of the subject 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 zWhen using the control dial the bar will be displayed and the shutter speed can be changed Program AE Shooting Mode Using the flash ...

Page 51: ... state as follows zThe fastest shutter speed for flash synchronization is 1 500 second The camera automatically resets the shutter speed to 1 500 second if a faster speed is selected Shutter Speed Display z The following shutter speeds can be set 1 160 indicates 1 160 second Also 0 3 indicates 0 3 second and 2 indicates 2 seconds z You can change the automatically selected combinations of shutter ...

Page 52: ...If the shutter speed is shown in red the image is underexposed insufficient light or overexposed too much light Adjust the aperture value using the control dial until the shutter speed display turns to white zSome aperture values may not be available with certain zoom positions p 49 In this mode the shutter speed range with synchronized flash is 1 60 second to 1 500 second The aperture value setti...

Page 53: ...ess 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 Safety FE If you set Safety FE to On in the Rec menu when shooting with the flash in the or shooting mode the camera automatically changes the shutter speed or aperture value when the flash fires...

Page 54: ... selected metering mode Stitch Assist can be used to shoot overlapping images that can later be merged stitched to create one panoramic image on a computer zIf the zoom is adjusted after these values are set the aperture value may change in accordance with the zoom position p 49 zThe LCD monitor s brightness matches the selected shutter speed and aperture value When you select a fast shutter speed...

Page 55: ...n press the or button to return to the previously recorded image to retake the shot z Minor discrepancies in the overlapping portions can be corrected when the images are stitched together 4 Repeat the procedure for additional images z A sequence may contain up to 26 images z Press the FUNC SET button after the last shot zYou cannot display the images on a TV when shooting in Stitch Assist mode zT...

Page 56: ...an be used while shooting in this mode p 36 Maximum Size 4 GB movie High Resolution Use this to display images at large sizes on computer monitors Maximum Size 4 GB movie Compact Since there are few recording pixels and also the data size is small this mode is convenient for sending movies as e mail attachments or when the memory card capacity is low Maximum Clip Length 3 minutes Color Accent Colo...

Page 57: ...ses When the built in memory or memory card becomes full zYou are recommended to use a memory card that has been formatted in your camera to shoot movies p 33 The memory card supplied with the camera may be used without further formatting zBe careful of the following while recording Do not touch the microphone Do not press any buttons other than the shutter button The sound that buttons make will ...

Page 58: ...cintosh platform this program is standard with Mac OS X or later Changing Recording Pixels and Frame Rates Movies You can change the recording pixels and frame rate when the movie mode is set to Standard Color Accent or Color Swap 1 FUNC Menu Frame Rate Recording Pixels See Menus and Settings p 24 Default setting zUse the or button to select a frame rate recording pixels and press the FUNC SET but...

Page 59: ...ta Sizes Estimated p 158 zSee Memory Cards and Estimated Capacities p 156 zThe following operations are available before movie recording AF lock Pressing the MF button activates AF lock with the current conditions appears on the LCD monitor You can cancel AF lock by pressing the MF button again Manual focus p 65 AE lock Exposure shift Press the button to enable AE lock The exposure shift bar appea...

Page 60: ...g z When in Manual mode press the button then set the sound recording level recording volume with the or button 3 Wind Filter On Off Default setting z Recommended for use when the wind is strong z When set to On displays in the LCD monitor in movie mode only zWhen in Auto mode if the recording volume becomes too loud it automatically prevents distortion of sound zWind filter suppresses noise when ...

Page 61: ...aving Custom Settings Shooting Mode 1 Switch to the shooting mode you wish to save and set the settings zFunctions which can be saved in or Shooting mode Items which can be set in and modes p 168 Rec menu settings Zoom location Manual focus location zTo change some of the settings saved in other than shooting mode select or 2 Rec Menu Save Setting Destination See Menus and Settings p 25 3 Press zT...

Page 62: ...atever it is aimed at even when the shutter button is not pressed allowing you to shoot without missing opportunities This is the default setting Single The camera only focuses when the shutter button is pressed halfway conserving battery power 1 Rec Menu AF Mode Continuous Single See Menus and Settings p 25 Default setting Settings can be made when the AF frame is set to FlexiZone When set to AiA...

Page 63: ...rding to the shooting conditions FlexiZone The camera focuses using the center AF frame This is convenient for making sure the focus is exactly where you want it Face Detect You can have the camera automatically detect the position of a face and use this data to set the focus and exposure while shooting If a face is not detected shooting will take place with AiAF Only in evaluative metering mode p...

Page 64: ...ames may appear If no white frame displays and all the frames appear in gray the camera will use AiAF instead of Face Detect when shooting The camera may mistakenly identify non human subjects as a face If this occurs switch to the AiAF or FlexiZone options In Face Detect mode faces may not be detected Examples If the faces appear small large dark or bright relative to the overall composition If t...

Page 65: ...s possible to reduce the chances of light reflecting back off the glass 4 Move the AF frame to the position you wish to set using the or button then press the button zThe AF frame will move back to its original position center if you hold down the button zWhen the Spot AE Point is selected as the metering mode you can use the selected Spot AE Point as the AF frame p 39 zSelection cannot be made wh...

Page 66: ...utton halfway to lock the focus 3 Keep the shutter button pressed while you recompose the image and press the shutter button all the way to shoot the image 1 Turn on the LCD monitor 2 Aim the camera so that an object at the same focal distance as the main subject is centered in the AF frame 3 Press and hold the shutter button halfway and press the button z The icon and the MF indicator will appear...

Page 67: ...ting easier since the camera focuses using the center AF frame only zBecause or mode does not display the AF frame aim the camera to focus on the subject zAF lock can be activated simply by pressing the button when has been assigned to it will appear on the monitor 1 Turn on the LCD monitor 2 Press the button to display zThe MF indicator is displayed zWhen the Rec menu s MF Point Zoom is set to On...

Page 68: ...oximate figures Use them as a shooting guideline only The manual focus cannot be used in the and modes 1 Focus the camera with the manual focus then press the button z The camera focuses automatically to a more accurate focusing point You cannot change the AF frame setting while focusing manually Cancel the manual focus mode then change the AF frame setting Not available in or mode Cannot be set i...

Page 69: ...nd small To Cancel the Focus BKT Mode Select BKT Off in Step 1 Focus Bracketing Focus BKT Mode Shooting Mode The Focus BKT mode is not available when shooting with the flash on Only one image at the manual focus position will be taken 1 FUNC Menu BKT Off Focus BKT See Menus and Settings p 24 Default setting 2 Set the amount of focus position offset with the or button zPress the button to broaden o...

Page 70: ... AE Lock Shooting Mode You must set the flash to The AE lock cannot be set if the flash fires 1 Turn on the LCD monitor 2 Focus on the part of the subject on which you wish to lock the exposure setting 3 Press the shutter button halfway 4 Press the button z Exposure is fixed 5 Re aim the camera to compose the shot as desired and press the shutter button fully zAfter locking the AE you can change t...

Page 71: ...d aperture values can be freely changed without altering the exposure Program Shift 1 Focus on the subject on which you wish to lock the exposure 2 Press the shutter button halfway 3 Press the button zExposure is fixed 4 Use the control dial to change shutter speed and aperture valve combinations 5 Recompose the image and shoot zThe setting will cancel after the shot is taken Locking the Flash Exp...

Page 72: ...to flash on z If you are using an externally mounted flash please refer to its manual for setting instructions 3 Focus the camera on the subject on which you wish to lock the exposure setting 4 Press the shutter button halfway 5 Press the button z The flash fires a pre flash and the exposure is fixed 6 Re aim the camera to compose the shot as desired and press the shutter button fully The FE lock ...

Page 73: ...ge can be adjusted in 1 3 increments from 2 to 2 with the exposure at the time of shooting at the center If exposure adjustment p 41 is already done setting can be done with the adjusted value as the center point The AEB mode cannot be used for flash photography Only one standard exposure image gets recorded Using the ND Filter Shooting Mode Always use a tripod to prevent camera shake in this mode...

Page 74: ... with automatic flash adjustments it is also possible to set them so that they fire without any adjustments Speedlite 220EX 430EX 580EX Switching between Flash Adjustment Settings Shooting Mode 1 Rec Menu Flash Adjust Auto Manual See Menus and Settings p 25 Default setting ...

Page 75: ...ompensation function to achieve creative effects which compensate for background exposure Flash Output z When Shooting mode is set to or when Flash Adjust is set to Manual in or mode p 72 the flash output can be controlled in three steps starting from FULL when shooting When an externally mounted flash is attached its flash output can be controlled From 1 1 full power to 1 64 in 1 3 steps 1 FUNC M...

Page 76: ...en shooting 2nd curtain The flash fires right before the shutter closes Compared with the 1stcurtain the flash fires later and allows you to shoot images in which for example a car s taillights seem to trail off behind 1 Rec Menu Flash Sync 1st curtain 2nd curtain See Menus and Settings p 25 Default setting Image shot with the 1st curtain setting Image shot with the 2nd curtain setting ...

Page 77: ... make red green or blue colors more intense like the Vivid Red Vivid Green or Vivid Blue effects It can produce intense natural appearing colors like those obtained with positive film Lighter Skin Tone Use this option to make skin tones lighter Darker Skin Tone Use this option to make skin tones darker Vivid Blue Emphasize blue tints Use to make blue subjects such as the sky or ocean more vivid Vi...

Page 78: ...Mode p 76 z Modes other than Press the FUNC SET button The display will return to the shooting screen and you can shoot Setting the Camera to a Custom Color Mode 1 Custom Color See Menus and Settings p 24 2 Use the or button to select Contrast Sharpness Saturation Red Green Blue or Skin Tone and the or button to adjust it zThe altered color will display Select an item Adjust ...

Page 79: ...l images the camera will record both the My Colors image as well as the original unaltered image when Save Original p 81 is set to On 3 zThis completes the setting If you press the MENU button at this point you will return to the screen where you can select a My Colors mode Changing the Color Shooting Mode Color Accent Use this option to have only the color specified in the LCD monitor remain and ...

Page 80: ...retain appears at the center of the LCD monitor and press the button zOnly one color can be specified zYou can use the or button or the control dial to specify the range of colors that are retained 4 Press to complete the setting then shoot zThe default color accent is green zYou may not obtain the expected results if you use the flash zThe specified color accent is retained even if the camera s p...

Page 81: ... Dial See Selecting a Shooting Mode in Basic Guide p 11 2 zThe 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 Original Color Before Swapping Desired Color After Swapping Still image Movie Still image ...

Page 82: ...olor appears at the center of the LCD monitor and press the button z Only one color can be specified 5 Press to complete the setting then shoot zThe default setting for color swap mode will change green into white zYou may not obtain the expected results if you use the flash zThe colors specified in the color swap mode are retained even if the camera s power is turned off 5 Only takes the color th...

Page 83: ...e shot with the color accent on color swap setting following the original When Save Original is Set to On Only the color accent or color swap altered image is shown in the LCD monitor during shooting The image that appears in the LCD monitor immediately after recording is the altered image shot with the color accent or color swap setting If you erase the image at this point the original image is e...

Page 84: ...ading has been taken 3 A custom photo effect can be used once a custom effect has been set Registering a Function Registering Settings to the Shortcut Button Shooting Mode Menu Item Page Menu Item Page Not Assigned 1 ND Filter p 71 Resolution pp 34 56 Digital Tele converter p 36 Compression p 34 IS Mode p 35 White Balance 2 p 42 AF Lock p 64 My Colors 3 p 75 Create Folder p 85 Light Metering p 39 ...

Page 85: ... pressing the shortcut button will not activate the function in the current shooting mode 1 Press the button zThe registered function is activated and its icon appears on the LCD monitor zEach press of the button cycles between setting values of the registered function zFunctions that are not available in the current shooting mode will not appear even if they are registered zWhen Digital Tele conv...

Page 86: ...ft end is down will appear in the display zThis function may not operate correctly when the camera is pointed straight up or down Check that the arrow is pointing in the right direction and if it is not then set the Auto Rotate function to Off zEven if the Auto Rotate function is set to On the orientation of images downloaded to a computer will depend upon the software used to download the images ...

Page 87: ...reates a new folder the next time you shoot images To create an additional folder insert the check mark again Auto Create You can also specify a date and time if you wish to create a new folder using a shooting time after the specified date and time 1 Set up Menu Create Folder See Menus and Settings p 25 2 Use the or button to check mark Create New Folder z displays in the LCD monitor The symbol w...

Page 88: ... a time in the Time option z displays when the specified time arrives The symbol will cease to display after the new folder is created Up to 2000 images can be saved into one folder A new folder will automatically be created when you record more than that number even if you are not creating new folders ...

Page 89: ...you avoid file name duplication when changing folders or memory cards When a blank memory card is used If a memory card with recorded data is used the 7 digit number for the last recorded folder and image is compared with the last one on the card and the larger of the two is utilized as the basis for new images Auto Reset The image and folder number are reset to the starting value 100 0001 This is...

Page 90: ... of images are always saved together into the same folder Images from continuous shooting Self timer images custom Stitch Assist mode images Focus Bracketing AEB shooting Color Accent and Color Swap still images When Save Original is set to On zImages cannot be played back when the folder numbers are duplicated or image numbers are duplicated within folders zPlease refer to the Software Starter Gu...

Page 91: ...ly by pressing the MENU button Magnifying Images 1 Press the zoom lever toward zA magnified portion of the image will display zImages can be magnified up to a factor of approximately 10x 2 Use the or button to move around the image zIf you use the control dial while in the magnified display mode the camera will switch to the previous or next image at the same level of magnification zYou can change...

Page 92: ... 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 zPressing the zoom lever toward also switches the display Use the or button to move to the previous or next set of 9 images zHold the FUNC SET button down and press the or button to jump to the first or last set To Cancel the Ju...

Page 93: ...tegory 1 Play Menu See Menus and Settings p 25 zIn playback mode you can press the button to display the screen in Step 2 directly 2 Use the or button to select an image to classify and the or button to select a category and press the button zYou can put the same image into more than one category zYou can cancel the classification by pressing the FUNC SET button a second time When erasing printing...

Page 94: ...e in each category Folder Displays the first image in each folder Movie Jumps to a movie By 10 Images Jumps over 10 images at a time By 100 Images Jumps over 100 images at a time 1 In single image playback mode press the button z The camera will switch to jump search mode 2 Use the or button to select a search key z The screen sample will vary slightly according to the search key z You can show hi...

Page 95: ...he camera will switch to defined playback mode and play back only images corresponding to the search key Press the button to cancel defined playback mode zDefined playback mode will be canceled under the following conditions When images or movies are placed in categories When images with My Colors effects or edited movies are saved as a new file When erasing an image with Erase in the on the Play ...

Page 96: ...n z When playback ends the movie stops at the last frame displayed Press the FUNC SET button to display the movie control panel z You can switch between showing hiding the playback progress bar by pressing the DISPLAY button while playing a movie z If playback was halted partway through in the prior viewing session playback will resume from the last frame displayed Movie Control Panel Volume Level...

Page 97: ...evious Frame Rewinds if the FUNC SET button is held down Next Frame Fast Forwards if the FUNC SET button is held down Displays the last frame Edit Switches to movie editing mode p 95 zUse the television s controls to adjust the volume when playing a movie on a TV set p 133 zThe sound cannot be played in slow motion playback Editing Movies Movies that are protected or less than 1 second long cannot...

Page 98: ...ame The pre edit data is left unchanged Note if you press the FUNC SET button while saving the movie saving is cancelled z Overwrite saves the edited movie with its original name The pre edit data is lost z When there is not enough space left on the memory card only Overwrite can be selected Depending on the movie s file size it may take some time to save an edited movie If the batteries run out p...

Page 99: ...or button to select an image to rotate and press to rotate it zCycle through the 90 270 original orientations with each press of the FUNC SET button zThis also can be set in the index playback mode When images are downloaded to a computer the orientation of images rotated by the camera will depend upon the software used to download the images Original 90 270 ...

Page 100: ... with Transition Effects No transition effect The displayed image darkens and the next image gradually brightens until it is displayed Press the button to have the previous image display from the left and the button to have the next image display from the right 1 Play Menu See Menus and Settings p 25 Default setting Adding My Colors Effects Vivid Lighter Skin Tone Neutral Darker Skin Tone Sepia Vi...

Page 101: ...rn the zoom lever toward to check the image at a higher magnification While the image is zoomed you can press the FUNC SET button to switch between the image transformed with the My Colors effect and the original non transformed image 4 Select OK and press zThe newly saved image transformed with the My Colors effect will be the last one in the list zTo continue adding effects to other images repea...

Page 102: ...not work if there is insufficient space on the memory card zAlthough 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 zColor in images taken using My Colors p 75 in shooting mode and images edited with the My Colors function in playback mode may differ slightly ...

Page 103: ...he sound memo control panel will display 2 Use the or button to select Record and press z The elapsed time and the remaining time display z Pressing the FUNC SET button pauses the recording Pressing it again resumes recording z Up to 1 minute of recordings can be added to any one image z The sound mode can be changed p 58 Exit Record Pause Play Erase Select Erase in the confirmation screen and pre...

Page 104: ...of 11 025kHz 22 050kHz 44 100kHz but the recorded file size will also increase respectively Default setting z When pressing the FUNC SET button recording will pause Pressing the button once again will resume recording zThe maximum recording time depends on the space available on the memory card and the sound mode p 157 zWhen the memory cards fills recording will automatically stop zIn the playback...

Page 105: ... Folder Plays images in a specified folder in order Movies Plays movie files only in order Stills Plays still images only in order Custom 1 3 Plays the images selected for each slide show Custom 1 Custom 2 or Custom 3 in order p 105 1 Play Menu See Menus and Settings p 25 2 Use the or button to select or z select a date category or folder to play back p 104 z For or select the images to be played ...

Page 106: ...transition effect The new image gradually brightens as it moves upward from the bottom The new image first appears in a cross shape and gradually expands to display the full image Portions of the new image move horizontally then the image expands to display the full image In single image playback mode you can start a slide show from the current image displayed by holding the FUNC SET button while ...

Page 107: ...back in their order of selection 1 Select or and press zOnly the icon will display at first When you set the icon will change to and will display and will change in the same way when they are set 2 Use the or button to move between images for playback and the button to select or deselect them zYou can also select images in the index playback mode zPressing the MENU button cancels the setting Date ...

Page 108: ...when all the slides have been displayed or continues until stopped 1 Select Set up and press 2 Select Play Time or Repeat and then the desired option zPressing the MENU button cancels the setting zSelecting All Images 1 After selecting in step 1 p 105 use the button to select Mark all and press the FUNC SET button 2 Use the button to select Mark all press the FUNC SET button 3 Use the button to se...

Page 109: ...le viewing them Select by Date You can protect the images from a specified date Select by Category You can protect all images in a specified category Select by Folder You can protect all images in a specified folder All Images You can protect all images on a memory card 1 Play Menu See Menus and Settings p 25 2 Select a method and press zIf you select All Images proceed to Step 5 ...

Page 110: ...category or folder and press the FUNC SET button You can select multiple dates categories or folders Pressing the FUNC SET button again cancels the setting Use the or button to confirm each date category or folder image 4 For the All Images Select by Date Select by Category and Select by Folder options press 5 Select Protect and press z Selecting Unlock cancels protection of the selected image and...

Page 111: ...ory Erases all images in the selected category Select by Folder Erases all images in the selected folder All Images Erases all images on a memory card zNote that erased images cannot be recovered Exercise adequate caution before erasing an image zProtected images cannot be erased with this function 1 Play Menu See Menus and Settings p 25 2 Select an option and press zProceed to Step 5 if you selec...

Page 112: ...folder and press the FUNC SET button Pressing the FUNC SET button again cancels the setting You can select multiple dates categories or folders Use the or button to confirm each date category or folder image 4 Press 5 Select OK and press z Selecting Stop or Cancel cancels selection of the image you are about to erase and returns you to Step 2 z Pressing the FUNC SET button while erasing is in prog...

Page 113: ...ifferent DPOF compliant camera These settings will be overwritten by those set by your camera Select Images Qty Configures print settings for single images as you view them Select by Date Configures print settings for images corresponding to the selected date Select by Category Configures print settings for images in the selected category Select by Folder Configures print settings for images in th...

Page 114: ...for the Print Type settings p 114 Standard Both Use the or button to select an image press the FUNC SET button and use the or button to select the number of print copies up to 99 Index Use the or button to select an image and the press FUNC SET button to select or deselect it You can also select images in the index playback mode Pressing the MENU button will end the setting Number of Print Copies ...

Page 115: ...y and Select by Folder options press 4 Select OK and press zSelecting Cancel cancels print settings of the selected image and returns you to Step 1 zThe output of some printers or photo developing services may not reflect the specified print settings zPrint settings cannot be set for movies zImages are printed in order according to the file number zA maximum of 998 images can be selected zIf you a...

Page 116: ...f Adds the file number to the print Clear DPOF data On Off Clears all print settings after the images print 1 Print Menu Print Settings See Menus and Settings p 25 2 Select Print Type Date File No or Clear DPOF data and then specify the settings zThe 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 ...

Page 117: ...Images Setting the DPOF Transfer Settings The icon may display for a memory card with transfer settings set by a different DPOF compliant camera These settings will be overwritten by those set by your camera 1 Play Menu See Menus and Settings p 25 2 Select Order and press zSelecting Reset cancels all transfer order settings 3 Use the or button to select an image to transfer and press zPressing the...

Page 118: ...n a Memory Card 2 Select Mark all and press z Selecting Reset cancels all transfer order settings 3 Select OK and press zImages are transferred in order according to the file number zA maximum of 998 images can be selected ...

Page 119: ... up image and startup operation self timer and shutter sounds You can change and register these settings enabling you to customize the camera to suit your own tastes Changing My Camera Settings 1 My Camera Menu Menu Item See Menus and Settings p 25 2 Select the contents you wish to set zSelect Theme to set all to the same settings ...

Page 120: ...ftware to upload your computer s images and sounds to the camera Registering My Camera Settings A computer is required to restore the My Camera settings to the defaults Use the supplied software ZoomBrowser EX ImageBrowser to restore the default settings to the camera 1 My Camera Menu Menu Item to register See Menus and Settings p 25 2 Select and press ...

Page 121: ... the FUNC SET button Recording will automatically stop when the recording time elapses To play it select Play To exit instead of registering press Exit 4 Select OK and press zTo cancel registering select Cancel zThe following cannot be registered as My Camera settings Movies Sounds recorded with the sound memo function p 101 and sound recorder p 102 zThe prior setting is erased when a new My Camer...

Page 122: ...n camera and battery terminals zPolish the terminals with a soft cotton swab before charging or using the battery p 134 Sounds come from the camera interior The camera s horizontal vertical orientation was changed zThe camera s orientation mechanism is operating There is no malfunction When the power is turned on Card locked message appears The SD memory card s or SDHC memory card s write protect ...

Page 123: ...ices containing CCDs and does not constitute a malfunction This image will not be recorded when shooting still photos but it will be recorded when shooting movies Display flickers Display flickers when shot under fluorescent lighting zThis is not a camera malfunction flickering recorded in movies but not in still images A bar of light red purple appears on the LCD monitor Sometimes appears when sh...

Page 124: ...r transfer settings set by other DPOF compliant cameras zThese settings will be overwritten by those set by your camera p 111 Noise displays Subject s movements are irregular Camera automatically lightened the image displayed on the LCD monitor to make it easier to see when shooting in a dark area p 14 zThere is no effect on the recorded image Shooting Camera will not record Camera is in playback ...

Page 125: ...mage size with the LCD monitor Use the LCD monitor when taking close up shots p 12 Image is blurred or out of focus AF assist Beam is set to Off zIn dark places where it is difficult for the camera to focus the AF assist Beam will emit to assist focusing As the AF assist Beam will not function when turned off set it On to activate it p 27 Take care not to obstruct the AF assist Beam with your hand...

Page 126: ...t is too far away for flash to reach zShoot within correct shooting distance of the subject when using the built in flash p 151 zRaise the ISO speed and then shoot p 38 Subject in recorded image is too bright or image flashes white Subject is too close making the flash too strong zAdjust the flash output with the flash exposure compensation function p 73 zSet the safety FE to On p 51 The subject i...

Page 127: ...phenomenon that occurs with digital cameras and does not constitute a malfunction Eyes appear red Light is reflected back from the eyes when the flash is used in dark areas zSet Red Eye to On in the shooting menu Basic Guide p 15 For this mode to be effective the subject must be looking right at the red eye reduction lamp Try asking them to look directly at the lamp zEven better results can be obt...

Page 128: ... Cards formatted on a different camera or a computer Cards which have had images recorded and erased repeatedly zAlthough the recording time may not display properly during shooting the movie will be recorded correctly on the memory card Recording time will display properly if you format the memory card in this camera excluding slow recording memory cards p 33 displayed on the LCD monitor in red a...

Page 129: ...ser EX ImageBrowser Software User Guide PDF File name was changed with a computer or file location was changed zSet the file name or location on the file format structure of the camera Refer to the Software Starter Guide for details Movies cannot be edited Some movies shot with another camera cannot be edited Movies do not play back correctly Movies recorded with high recording pixels and frame ra...

Page 130: ...system setting zSet the video system to the appropriate setting NTSC or PAL for your TV p 30 Shooting in Stitch Assist mode zThe output will not appear on a TV in Stitch Assist mode Shoot in a different shooting mode Basic Guide p 11 Printing with a direct print compatible printer Cannot print The camera and printer are not properly connected zSecurely connect the camera and printer with the speci...

Page 131: ...emory card is write protected Cannot record You attempted to shoot an image without a memory card installed with a memory card installed in the wrong orientation or attempted to attach a sound memo to a movie Memory card error There may be something wrong with the memory card By formatting the malfunctioning memory card with the camera you may be able to continue using it However if this error mes...

Page 132: ...d one or recharge the battery No image No images recorded on memory card Image too large You attempted to play back an image larger than 4992 x 3328 pixels or with a large data size Incompatible JPEG format You attempted to play back an incompatible JPEG image edited with a computer etc RAW You attempted to play back a RAW image Unidentified Image You attempted to play back an image with corrupted...

Page 133: ...omputer using the Direct Transfer menu you attempted to select an image with corrupted data or an image taken with another camera You may have also attempted to select a movie when Wallpaper was selected in the Direct Transfer menu Protected You attempted to erase or edit a protected image movie or sound memo Too many marks Too many images have been marked with print settings transfer settings or ...

Page 134: ...ck on and resume shooting or playback If this message continues to display contact your Canon Customer Support Help Desk as there may be a problem with the lens Exx xx number Camera detected error Turn the power off and then back on then shoot or play back A problem exists if the error code reappears Note the number and contact your Canon Customer Support Help Desk If an error code displays direct...

Page 135: ... in all the way 3 Plug the other ends of the AV cable to the VIDEO IN and AUDIO IN jacks on the TV 4 Turn on the TV and switch it to Video mode 5 Turn on the camera The video output signal can be switched NTSC or PAL to accommodate different regional standards p 30 The default setting varies between regions If the video system is set incorrectly the camera output may not display properly VIDEO AUD...

Page 136: ...t that could cause a short circuit such as a key ring etc The battery may short circuit z Do not allow any metal objects such as key rings to touch the and terminals Fig A To carry the battery or store it during periods of disuse always replace the terminal cover Fig B These conditions can damage the battery You may be able to check the charge state depending upon how the terminal cover is attache...

Page 137: ...um ion battery you need not completely discharge it before recharging z It takes approximately 1 hours 30 minutes to fully charge the battery from a depleted state based on Canon s testing standards Charging it within a temperature range of 5 40 C 41 104 F is recommended Charge times may vary according to the ambient temperature and the battery s charge state z You are advised to charge the batter...

Page 138: ...e memory card or cover it with another label or sticker z When writing on the memory card do not use a pencil or ball point pen Only use a soft point pen e g felt tip pen z Do not use or store memory cards in the following locations Locations subject to dust or sand Locations subject to high humidity and high temperatures z Since some or all of the data recorded on the memory card may be corrupted...

Page 139: ...the problem Memory cards formatted in other cameras computers or peripheral devices may not operate correctly in this camera When that happens reformat the memory card with this camera z If formatting in the camera does not work properly turn the camera off and re insert the memory card Then turn the camera back on and format again z Be careful when transferring or disposing of a memory card Forma...

Page 140: ...ely Turn the camera power off before connecting or disconnecting the AC adapter 1 Attach the power cord to the compact power adapter and plug it into a power outlet 2 Connect the DC plug of the compact power adapter cable to the DC Coupler DR 20 terminal 3 Open the memory card slot battery cover then insert the DC Coupler until it is locked Compact Power Adapter CA PS700 Connect to Power Supply DC...

Page 141: ...using the cable then close the memory card slot battery cover zAlways disconnect the compact power adapter from the power supply after use zThe battery will stop charging whenever you turn the engine off so be sure to unplug the car battery cable from the cigarette lighter socket zWait until the engine is running again to plug the car battery cable into the cigarette lighter socket zThe car batter...

Page 142: ... The charge indicator will light red while the battery pack is charging It will change to green when the charge is complete z After charging remove the battery pack and unplug the car battery cable from the cigarette lighter socket Using the Lenses Sold Separately zWhen attaching the wide converter or tele converter be sure to screw it on securely If they come loose they may fall from the lens ada...

Page 143: ...ng the wide converter or tele converter zIf you use the built in flash when shooting with these attachments the outer area of the recorded image especially lower right corner will come out relatively dark zWhen using the tele converter please set the focal length to the telephoto end At other zoom settings the image will appear as if its corners have been cut off zWhen using the wide converter ple...

Page 144: ... mark on the camera and the z mark on the ring are aligned lift off the ring 4 Align the z mark on the conversion lens adapter with the mark on the camera and turn the adapter in the direction of the arrows until locked z To remove the conversion lens adapter turn the adapter in the opposite direction with holding down the ring release button Ring Release Button Ring ...

Page 145: ...anydirt thatremains zBe careful when handling the lenses since it is easy to get finger prints on them zBe careful not to drop the camera or adapter when removing the ring zWhen using these lens attachments you should not shoot images in mode It will not be possible to use the PhotoStitch software from your computer to accurately stitch the images together 1 Rec Menu Converter Off WC DC58B TC DC58...

Page 146: ...is set to Manual Other flashes may fire manually or not fire at all Please check the manual for your flash Certain functions noted in the manuals for the Canon Speedlite 220EX 430EX and 580EX cannot be performed when mounted on this camera Please read this guide before using one of these flashes on the camera Using an Externally Mounted Flash Sold Separately Shooting Mode 1 Attach the flash to the...

Page 147: ...ly mounted flash can be adjusted in the flash output adjustment screen p 73 When a Speedlite 430EX or 580EX is mounted on the camera you can adjust the flash output from either the flash or the camera The flash setting overrides the camera setting when both are set To set it from the flash you are recommended to use the flash s manual mode When using Speed Light 220 EX adjustment can be made on th...

Page 148: ...tions or cause a camera malfunction zThe following functions can be used with a Speedlite 220EX 430EX or 580EX Auto Exposure Use the E TTL mode with a 430EX or 580EX FE Lock Not available in mode or when Flash Adjust is Manual Flash Sync 1st curtain 2nd curtain 2nd curtain priority with Speedlite 430EX or 580EX Slow Synchro Flash Exposure Compensation When Speedlite 430EX or 580EX is used if flash...

Page 149: ...er the following circumstances When shooting in mode When Flash Sync is on 2nd curtain When Flash Adjust is on Manual zThe flash charge time will lengthen as the battery charge gets weaker Always set the power mode switch to OFF when you finish using the flash zBe careful not to touch the flash window or sensor windows with your fingers while the flash is in use zThe flash may fire if another flas...

Page 150: ...llow the battery fluid to leak damaging the product Remove the batteries from the High Power Flash and store them in a cool dry place zFor continuous shooting although the flash fires for the first shot it does not fire for subsequent shots zFasten the attachment screws securely so that they do not loosen Failure to do so may lead to the dropping of the camera and flash resulting in damage to both...

Page 151: ...ass lens wiper to remove stubborn dirt Soft Case SC DC50 Sold Separately Handle with care Leather material may discolor Camera Care and Maintenance Never use thinners benzine synthetic cleansers or water to clean the camera These substances may distort or damage the equipment Never use synthetic cleansers on the camera body or lens If dirt remains contact the closest Canon Customer Support Help De...

Page 152: ...age zoom viewfinder Picture coverage approx 80 representative value Eyepoint 15 mm 0 59 in Dioptric adjustment 3 0 to 1 0 1 m dpt LCD Monitor 2 5 inch type low temperature polycrystalline silicon TFT color LCD approx 207 000 pixels Picture coverage 100 AF System TTL autofocus AF lock and Manual focus are available AiAF Face Detect 9 point AF 1 point Fixed to center or FlexiZone Shooting Distance F...

Page 153: ...sity reduction 3 stops Intensity becomes 1 8 of actual level White Balance Auto Day Light Cloudy Tungsten Fluorescent Fluorescent H Flash Underwater or Custom Built in Flash Auto on off Flash output compensation 2 0 stops in 1 3 stop increments flash output settings 3 steps FE Lock Slow Synchro 2nd curtain Synchro Safety FE and Red Eye Reduction are available Built in Flash Range Normal 50 cm 4 0 ...

Page 154: ... when connected to a comuter using supplied software Recording Media SD memory card SDHC memory card MultiMediaCard File Format Design rule for camera file system and DPOF compliant Data Type Still images Exif 2 2 JPEG Movies AVI Image data Motion JPEG Audio data WAVE monaural This digital camera supports Exif 2 2 also called Exif Print Exif Print is a standard for enhancing the communication betw...

Page 155: ...1 hour Depending on the volume and data writing speed of the memory card recording will stop after one hour of continuous recording even if the recorded data volume has not reached 4GB Audio Quantization Bit Rate 16 bit Sampling Rate Sound Memos Movies Compact 11 025 kHz Movies except Compact 44 100 kHz Sound Recorder 11 025 kHz 22 050 kHz 44 100 kHz Playback Modes Single histogram displayable Ind...

Page 156: ...Interface USB 2 0 Hi Speed mini B PTP Picture Transfer Protocol Audio Video output NTSC or PAL selectable monaural audio Power Source Battery Pack NB 2LH Rechargeable lithium ion battery AC Adapter Kit ACK DC20 Operating Temperatures 0 40 C 32 104 F Operating Humidity 10 90 Dimensions excluding protrusions 106 4 x 71 9 x 42 5 mm 4 19 x 2 83 x1 67 in Weight camera body only Approx 320 g 11 3 oz ...

Page 157: ...Monitor Off Approx 220 images Approx 500 images Approx 5 hours Shooting Normal temperature 23 C 2 C 73 F 3 6 F normal relative humidity 50 20 alternating wide angle end and telephoto end shots at 30 second intervals with the flash fired once every two shots and the camera power turned off after every tenth shot Power is left off for a sufficient amount of time then the power is turned back on and ...

Page 158: ...ary according to the subject and shooting conditions Recording Pixels Compres sion 32MB SDC 128M SDC 512MSH Large 3648 x 2736 pixels 6 29 116 11 50 194 24 103 402 Medium 1 2816 x 2112 pixels 10 45 176 17 75 292 36 156 603 Medium 2 2272 x 1704 pixels 14 61 237 25 109 425 51 217 839 Medium 3 1600 x 1200 pixels 28 121 471 51 217 839 97 411 1590 Small 640 x 480 pixels 109 460 1777 168 711 2747 265 111...

Page 159: ... min 57 sec 27 sec 1 min 56 sec 7 min 30 sec Color Accent Color Swap 320 x 240 pixels 38 sec 2 min 42 sec 10 min 29 sec 1 min 6 sec 4 min 39 sec 17 min 58 sec High Resolution 1024 x 768 pixels 14 sec 1 min 1 sec 3 min 57 sec Compact 160 x 120 pixels 3 min 5 sec 13 min 2 sec 50 min 21 sec Sound Size 32MB SDC 128M SDC 512M 11 025 kHz 22 KB sec 23 min 4 sec 1 hr 36 min 59 sec 6 hrs 14 min 16 sec 22 0...

Page 160: ...KB 1116 KB 556 KB 1600 x 1200 pixels 1002 KB 558 KB 278 KB 640 x 480 pixels 249 KB 150 KB 84 KB 3648 x 2048 pixels 3040 KB 1847 KB 874 KB Recording Pixels Frame Rate File size Standard 640 x 480 pixels 2006 KB sec 1046 KB sec Color Accent Color Swap 320 x 240 pixels 746 KB sec 416 KB sec High Resolution 1024 x 768 pixels 2066 KB sec Compact 160 x 120 pixels 142 KB sec ...

Page 161: ... Type Rechargeable lithium ion battery Nominal Voltage 7 4 V DC Typical Capacity 720 mAh Cycle Life Approx 300 times Operating Temperatures 0 40 C 32 104 F Dimensions 33 3 x 45 2 x 16 2 mm 1 31 x 1 78 x 0 64 in Weight Approx 43 g 1 52 oz Rated Input 100 240 V AC 50 60 Hz 0 12 A 100 V 0 065 A 240 V Rated Output 8 4 V DC 0 55 A Charging Time Approx 1 hr 30 min when charging NB 2LH Operating Temperat...

Page 162: ...Weight Approx 185 g 6 53 oz excluding power cord Rated Input 12 V 24 V DC Rated Output 8 4 V DC 0 55 A Charging Time Approx 1 hr 30 min when charging NB 2LH Operating temperatures 0 40 C 32 104 F Dimensions 91 0 x 29 5 x 56 0 mm 3 58 x 1 16 x 2 20 in Weight Approx 145 g 5 11 oz excluding power cord Magnification 0 75x Focal Length 1 26 3 mm 35mm film equivalent Focusing Range 1 Approx 30 cm 12 in ...

Page 163: ... Max telephoto Conversion Lens Adapter LA DC58H Sold Separately W Max wide angle T Max telephoto Magnification 2x Focal Length 4 420 mm 35mm film equivalent Focusing Range 4 Approx 1 8 m 5 9 ft infinity T 2 Thread Diameter 58 mm standard filter thread 3 Dimensions Diameter 80 0 mm 3 15 in Length 81 3 mm 3 20 in Weight Approx 335 g 11 8 oz Thread Diameter 58 mm standard filter thread Dimensions Dia...

Page 164: ...r Accent Mode 78 Color Swap Mode 79 Compression 35 Continuous Shooting 44 Control Dial Basic 4 Create Folder 85 Creative Zone Basic 13 Custom Settings 59 D Date Time Basic 8 Digital Tele converter 36 DIGITAL Terminal Basic 27 Digital Zoom 36 Direct Transfer Basic 30 Distance Units 30 Downloading Images to a Computer Basic 24 DPOF Print Settings 111 Transfer Order 115 E Erasing 109 Basic 19 Exposur...

Page 165: ... Handling 136 Inserting Basic 7 Menu FUNC Menu 24 26 Menus and Settings 24 25 My Camera Menu 25 31 Play Menu 25 28 Print Menu 25 28 Rec Menu 25 26 Set up Menu 25 28 MENU Button 25 Basic 3 Messages 129 Metering Modes 39 MF Point Zoom 27 65 Mic Level 58 Movie Editing 95 Playback 94 Shooting 54 Mute 28 My Camera Settings Changing 117 Registering 118 My Category 92 My Colors 75 My Colors Effects 98 N ...

Page 166: ...Basic 12 Tv Basic 13 Shortcut Button 82 Shutter Button Fully Basic 11 Halfway Basic 10 Shutter Speed 48 50 Slide Show 103 Slow Synchro Basic 15 Smooth Continuous Shooting 44 Soft Case 149 Sound Memo 101 Sound Recorder 102 Speedlite 144 Spot AE Point Frame 39 Stitch Assist 52 System Requirements Basic 25 T Telephoto Basic 14 Time Zone 22 Transition 98 V Video Output System 133 W White Balance 42 Wi...

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Page 168: ...ored in a retrieval system or translated into any language in any form by any means without the prior written permission of Canon Canon makes no warranties for damages resulting from corrupted or lost data due to a mistaken operation or malfunction of the camera the software memory cards personal computers peripheral devices or use of non Canon memory cards IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SAVE THESE...

Page 169: ...uctions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures Reo...

Page 170: ...ame Rate p 57 2 Flash Basic p 14 Auto z 3 On U Off z z z z S z z z z Red Eye Reduction Basic p 15 U AF assist Beam p 27 U Slow Synchro Basic p 15 4 U Flash Adjust p 72 Flash p 73 U Flash Output p 73 Flash Sync p 74 1st curtain z S z z z z 2nd curtain Drive Mode p 44 Basic p 17 Single Shot z z z z z S z z z z z Continuous Shooting 6 Continuous Shooting AF z 6 10 sec 2 sec Self Timer U Custom 6 AF F...

Page 171: ...ital Zoom Digital Teleconverter Exposure Compensation 7 Selectable only in manual focus 8 Operation is possible during shooting only during standard 9 Can be set after AE lock is set 10 Automatically set by the camera 11 Settings cannot be made when My Colors is set to or mode 12 Flash cannot be set 13 Settings cannot be set in the modes 14 3 2 Guide cannot be set 15 Shoot Only and Panning cannot ...

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