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ENGLISH Camera User Guide Getting Started p. 9 Ensure that you read the Safety Precautions (pp. 205 - 213). - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 2
5L Battery Charger (With Terminal Cover) CB-2LX/CB-2LXE d Memory Card (32 MB) e Interface Cable IFC-400PCU f AV Cable AVC-DC400 g Wrist Strap WS-DC2 h Canon Digital Camera Solution Disk i Warranty Card j User Guides • Camera User Guide (this guide) • Direct Print User Guide (Connecting - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 3
for use and the basics of shooting, viewing and printing images. Start out by familiarizing yourself with the camera and mastering the basics. Next... Learning More p. 39 Once you have mastered the basics, use the camera's many features to shoot more challenging photos. Details on using each - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 4
that summarize camera functions or procedures. Please Read 7 Getting Started 9 Preparations 10 Shooting Still Images ( Mode 16 Viewing Still Images 18 Erasing 19 Printing 20 Embedding the Date in the Image Data 22 Shooting Movies ( Standard Mode 24 Viewing Movies 26 Downloading Images to - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 5
75 Shooting in Manual Mode 78 Continuous Shooting 78 Setting the Flash 80 Movie Shooting 82 Shooting Panoramic Images (Stitch Assist Shooting in a My Colors Mode 107 Changing the Colors and Shooting 109 Setting the Display Overlays 114 Categorizing Images Automatically (Auto Category) - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 6
Print Settings 165 Setting the DPOF Transfer Settings 172 Configuring the Camera 174 Power Saving Function 174 Setting the World Clock 175 Formatting Memory Cards 178 Resetting the File Number 179 Creating an Image Destination (Folder 181 Setting the Auto Rotate Function 183 Resetting - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 7
Messages 201 Appendix 205 Safety Precautions 205 Preventing Malfunctions 210 Using the AC Adapter (Sold Separately 214 Using an Externally Mounted Flash (Sold Separately) . . 215 Camera Care and Maintenance 217 Specifications 218 Index 228 Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode 238 - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 8
, the illustrations and screenshots used in this guide may differ from the actual camera. You can use SD memory cards, SDHC (SD High Capacity) memory cards, MultiMediaCards, MMCplus cards and HC MMCplus cards in this camera. These memory cards are collectively referred to as memory cards in this - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 9
arising from any malfunction of a camera or accessory, including memory cards, that results in the failure of an image to be recorded or to be recorded in a way that is machine readable. Warning Against Copyright Infringement Please note that Canon digital cameras are intended for personal use and - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 10
of the pixels may occasionally misfire or appear as red or black dots. This has no effect on the recorded image and does not constitute a malfunction. Video Format Please set the camera's video signal format to the one used in your region before using it with a TV monitor (p. 186). Language Setting - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 11
9 Getting Started zPreparations zShooting Still Images zViewing Still Images zErasing zPrinting zEmbedding the Date in the Image Data zShooting Movies zViewing Movies zDownloading Images to a Computer zSystem Map - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 12
Started 10 Preparations Preparations Charging the Battery 1. Insert the battery into the battery charger. Align the S symbols. 2. Plug the battery charger (CB-2LX) into a power outlet, or attach the power cord to the battery charger (CB-2LXE) and plug it into a power outlet. Battery charger model - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 13
Preparations 11 Installing the Battery and Memory Card 1. Slide the cover (a) and open it (b). a b 2. Insert the battery. It will lock into place with a click. 3. Insert the memory card until it clicks into place. Front Write Protect Tab (only SD and SDHC memory cards) • Confirm that the write - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 14
4. Close the cover (c, d). c To Remove the Battery Press the battery lock in the direction of the arrow (a) and pull the battery out (b). d b a To Remove the Memory Card Push the memory card with your finger or the toggle on the wrist strap until the memory card clicks and then release it. - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 15
the Wrist Strap Use the wrist strap to avoid dropping the camera during use. Toggle The toggle's position on the strap can be changed. The toggle can be used to open the terminal cover and when inserting or removing a memory card. Opening the Terminal Cover Hook your fingernail or the wrist strap - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 16
Getting Started 14 Preparations Setting the Date and Time The Date/Time settings menu will appear the first time the power is turned on. Power Button Buttons Button Button 1. Press the power button. 2. Select the month, day, year and time, and the display order. 1. Use the or an option. 2. - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 17
to save such settings as the date/time. Insert a charged battery into the camera. Or if you use the separately sold AC Adapter Kit ACK-DC30, the battery will charge in about four hours. It will charge even if the camera is turned off. z The date/time settings may be lost after approximately three - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 18
the power button. • The start-up sound will play and the start-up image will display in the LCD monitor. • Pressing the power button again turns the (Auto). 3. Aim the camera at the subject. Avoiding Camera Shake Keep your arms tight against your body while holding the camera firmly by the sides. - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 19
Rec. Review). You can shoot by pressing the shutter button even when an image is being displayed. • If you hold the shutter button down after a shot, the image will continue to display. • The indicator will blink green and the file will record to the memory card. To Shoot Images in Focus The camera - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 20
(* Default setting). If you select [Last seen], the last image viewed will display (Resume Playback). z The following actions will display the most recent image regardless of the [Resume] settings. Shooting an image, changing the memory card, or editing an image on the memory card using a computer. - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 21
Erasing Erasing 19 Button Button Buttons Button Control Dial 1. Press the button. 2. Use the or button to select an image to erase and press the button. You can also select images by using the control dial. 3. Confirm that [Erase] is selected and press the button. To exit instead of erasing - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 22
for connection instructions. • Since this camera uses a standard protocol (PictBridge), you can use it with other PictBridge-compliant printers in addition to Canon-brand printers. For detail, see the Direct Print User Guide. 2. Turn on the printer. 3. Press the camera's button to turn on the - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 23
to select [Remove] and press the FUNC./SET button. Printing Images in a Print List This explanation is based on the use of a Canon SELPHY ES series or SELPHY CP series printer. 1. Connect the camera to the printer. 2. Print the image. 1. Use the or [Print now]. button to select Number of - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 24
as they are recorded (Date Stamp). • The date stamp cannot be deleted from the image data once it has been embedded. Ensure that the camera's date/time is set correctly beforehand (p. 14). • The image size is fixed to the 2M (1600 × 1200) setting and the compression to Fine (appropriate for printing - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 25
date on images lacking imprinted date stamps. • Set with the camera's Digital Print Order Format (DPOF) function. Set [Date] option to [On] in [Print Settings] in the (Print) menu. • Connect the camera to a printer and imprint the date. See the Direct Print User Guide. • Insert a memory card into - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 26
Power Button Control Dial Mode Dial 1. Press the power button. 2. Select a shooting mode. 1. Set the mode dial to (Movie). 2. Use the control dial to select (Standard). 3. Aim the camera at the subject. z Do not touch the microphone while recording. z Do not press any buttons other than the - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 27
camera focuses, it beeps twice and the indicator lights green. • The exposure, focus and white balance are automatically set. 5. Press the shutter button fully to shoot. • Recording starts. Shooting Movies data will be recorded onto the memory card. • Recording will stop automatically Recording: Blinks - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 28
Button 1. Press the button. 2. Use the or button to display a movie and press the button. • Images with a icon are movies. • You can also select images by using the control dial. 3. Use the or button to select button. • The movie will start playing. • If you press the FUNC./SET button during - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 29
Getting Started Downloading Images to a Computer 27 Downloading Images to a Computer We recommend to use the supplied software. Items to Prepare • Camera and computer • Canon Digital Camera Solution Disk supplied with the camera • Interface cable supplied with the camera System Requirements - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 30
Downloading Images to a Computer Preparing to Download Images With Windows 2000, ensure that you install the software first before connecting the camera to the computer. 1. Installing the software. Windows 1. Place the Canon Digital Camera [Install]. Follow the onscreen instructions to proceed. - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 31
into the connector. USB Port A/V OUT and DIGITAL Terminal Interface Cable 3. Preparing to download images to the computer. 1. Press the button to turn the camera on. Button If the Digital Signature Not Found window appears, click [Yes]. The USB driver will automatically finish installing onto the - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 32
at the bottom of the desktop). Preparations for downloading images are now finished. Please proceed to the Downloading Images Using the Camera section (p. 31) (except Windows 2000). z Refer to the Software Starter Guide for details on downloading images using the computer. z With Windows 2000, you - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 33
Getting Started Downloading Images to a Computer 31 Downloading Images Using the Camera (Direct Transfer) Use this method to download images using camera operations (except Windows 2000). Install the software before downloading images via the direct transfer method for the first time (p. 28). - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 34
following options in the Direct Transfer menu to set the method for downloading images. All Images New Images DPOF Trans. Images Transfers and saves all images to the computer. Transfers and saves to the computer only the images that have not been previously transferred. Transfers and saves to the - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 35
finishes. • You will return to the Direct Transfer menu. Only JPEG images can be downloaded as wallpaper for a computer. The option selected with the button is retained even when the camera's power is turned off. The previous setting will be in effect the next time the Direct Transfer - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 36
Getting Started 34 System Map System Map Supplied with Camera Interface Cable IFC-400PCU*1 Wrist Strap WS-DC2 Battery Pack NB-5L*1 (with Terminal Cover) Battery Charger CB-2LX/CB-2LXE*1 Memory Card (32 MB) AV Cable AVC-DC400*1 Canon Digital Camera Solution Disk AC Adapter Kit ACK-DC30 DC - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 37
TV/Video *1 Also available for purchase separately. *2 See the user guide supplied with the printer for more information on the printer. *3 This camera can also be connected to the Card Photo Printer CP-10/CP-100/ CP-200/CP-300. *4 See the user guide supplied with the Bubble Jet printer for more - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 38
to charge the camera battery.) • Battery Charger CB-2LX/CB-2LXE An adapter for charging Battery Pack NB-5L. • Battery Pack NB-5L Rechargeable lithium-ion battery. Other Accessories • SD Memory Card SD memory cards are used to store images recorded by the camera. Canon brand cards are available in - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 39
/or accidents such as fire, etc., caused by the malfunction of non-genuine Canon accessories (e.g., a leakage and/or explosion of a battery pack). Please note that this warranty does not apply to repairs arising out of the malfunction of non-genuine Canon accessories, although you may request such - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 40
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39 Learning More - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 42
40 Components Guide Front View a Speaker b Viewfinder Window (p. 41) c AF-assist Beam (p. 55) d Red-Eye Reduction Lamp (p. 80) e Self-Timer Lamp (p. 68) f Flash (p. 66) g Lens h Wrist Strap Mount (p. 13) - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 43
Components Guide 41 Back View a LCD Monitor (p. 60) b Viewfinder c A/V OUT (Audio/Video output) and DIGITAL Terminal (pp. 20, 29, 186) d Terminal Cover (p. 13) e Memory Card Slot / Battery Cover (p. 11) f DC against scratches during shipment. If so, remove the film before using the camera. - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 44
) Button (p. 48) j DISP. (Display) Button (p. 60) k MENU Button (p. 49) l (Macro)/ (Infinity)/ Button (p. 67) m / (Jump)/ Button (pp. 74, 122) n (Flash)/ Button (p. 66) o (Continuous)/ (Self-timer)/ (Single Image Erase)/ Button (pp. 19, 68, 78) p Control Dial (p. 43) - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 45
Components Guide Using exposure (p. 101) The Playback Functions • Selecting an image (pp. 18, 118, 119, 122) • Operating when viewing/editing movies (pp. 26, 129, 131) • Operating the sound a time zone (p. 175) • Changing the clock display color (p. 47) • Registering My Camera contents (p. 188) - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 46
the button (p. 163). Shutter Button Power Button Button Turning the Camera Off Press the power button Shooting Mode Press the Press the Press the shutter button halfway Press the Playback Mode button Lens retracted* Lens extended • May operate differently than above when functions are - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 47
Mode Dial Turn the mode dial to the mode you wish to use. Components Guide Auto Mode Manual Mode Special Scene Mode Movie Mode : Auto Mode (p. 16) Manual Mode : Manual (p. 78) : Color Accent (p. 109) : Stitch Assist (p. 88) Special Scene Mode : Portrait (p. 75) : Kids&Pets (p. 76) : Sunset (p. 76 - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 48
(camera beeps twice)/when display off Blinking Green : Time Lapse (movie) recording/Image camera beeps once) Never do the following while the indicator blinks green. These actions may corrupt image data. - Shake or jolt the camera. - Shut off the power, or open the memory card slot/battery - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 49
use method a to display the date and time, the time will be initially displayed in the same way as when the camera is held horizontally. • You can change the display color by pressing the or button, or using the control dial. • The clock display will disappear when the display interval is over - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 50
as the print settings, date/time and sounds are set using the FUNC. menu or the Rec., Play, Print, Set up or My Camera menu. FUNC. Menu ( Button) This menu sets many of the common shooting functions. 1 2 5 34 • This example shows the FUNC. menu in (Auto) mode. 1 Set the - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 51
49 Rec., Play, Print, Set up and My Camera Menus ( Button) Convenient settings for shooting, playback or printing can be set with these menus. Shooting Mode (Auto) 1 5 Basic Operations Playback Mode 2 You can switch - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 52
Monitor and Menus Shooting Mode c egi d fhj a b Camera Shake ( ) (pp. 51, 193) Shutter Speed, o Aperture Value, p k Battery Charge l Indicator m n Spot AE Point Frame/ AF Frame Recordable Shots (Stills)/ Remaining Time/Elapsed Time (Movies) Information Displayed a Time Zone (Home/World - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 53
Basic Operations Information Displayed m AF Lock ( ) n Create Folder ( ) o Camera Shake ( ) p Exposure Shift Bar (Movies) 51 Setting Method / button MENU button (Set up menu) MENU button (Rec. menu) button About the Battery Charge Indicator • The following icon and message will display. - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 54
) MENU button (Rec. menu/Play menu) s Compression (Still Images)/Recording Pixels (Still Images), Movie ( ) FUNC./SET button (FUNC. menu) Red-Eye Correction Function/ Resized image/Trimmed image/ t My Colors (Playback) ( ) Image with Sound Memo ( ) MENU button (Play menu) Protection Status - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 55
Basic Operations 53 z Information for images shot on other cameras may not display correctly. z Overexposure Warning In the following cases, overexposed portions of the image blink. - When reviewing an image right after shooting in the LCD monitor (detailed display) - When using the detailed - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 56
Long Shutter Mode White Balance My Colors Metering Mode Compression Shooting Interval (Movie) Recording Pixels (Still Image) ... ... ( selected) Reference Point Zoom On/Off* Digital Zoom (Still Image) Standard*/Off/1.4x/2.3x (Movies) Standard*/Off (In standard movie mode only) Flash Settings - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 57
Review Off/ 2* sec. to 10 sec./Hold You can set the length of time images display after being shot (p. 17). Review Info Off*/Detailed/Focus Check p. 96 Save Original On/Off* p. 113 Auto Category On*/Off p. 115 Disp. Overlay (Still image) Off*/Grid Lines/3:2 Guide/ Both p. 114 (Movie - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 58
Correction Trimming Resize p. 142 p. 127 p. 149 My Colors p. 147 Menu Item Sound Memo Sound Recorder Rotate Transfer images in the selected category. p. 165 Select by Folder Configures print settings for images in the selected folder. Select All Images Configures print settings for all images - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 59
the memory card slot/ battery cover the camera is movie sounds or sound memos. 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 Auto Power Down Display Off On*/Off p. 174 10 - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 60
14 Clock Display 0 - 5* - 10 sec./ 20 sec./30 sec./ 1 p. 183 Lens Retract 1 minute*/0 seconds Sets the lens retraction timing image shot in (Widescreen) mode on wide size paper using Canon compact photo printer SELPHY CP750/CP740/CP730/CP720/CP710/CP510. As this setting will be stored to memory - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 61
theme for each My Camera settings item. Start-up Image Sets the image displayed when the camera power is turned on. Start-up Sound Sets the sound played when the camera power is turned on. shutter button is pressed. (There is no shutter sound for movies.) My Camera Menu Contents (Off)/ */ / - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 62
details (p. 50). (The following are the screens that display when shooting in (Auto) mode.) Shooting Mode No Information Information View Off Playback Mode or Rec. Review (Right After Shooting) No Information Standard Display*1 Focus Check*2 Detailed Display *1 Playback mode only *2 Still - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 63
LCD monitor on or off setting is retained even after the camera power is turned off. z The LCD monitor does not shut off in the , , , , or Movie mode. z The LCD monitor is set to the Information the recorded image. The brightness of the image displayed in the monitor, and the brightness of the actual - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 64
zoom combined. Off 37 - 185 mm Enables shooting without digital zoom. Digital zoom is fixed at the selected zoom 1.4x 51.8 - 259 mm factor, and the focal length shifts to maximum telephoto. This enables a faster shutter speed and less chance of camera shake than a shot 2.3x 85.1 - 425.5 mm - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 65
Used Shooting Functions 63 About the Safety Zoom Depending on the number of recording pixels set, you can shift from optical zoom to digital zoom without pausing up to a factor where the image quality does not deteriorate (Safety Zoom). displays when reaching the maximum zoom factor without - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 66
or button to select [Standard]. 2. Press the button. 3 Press the zoom lever toward and shoot. • The combined digital and optical zoom factor will display in the LCD monitor. • The image may appear coarse depending upon the selected recording pixels. The zoom factor appears in blue. • Press the zoom - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 67
Commonly Used Shooting Functions 65 Shooting with the Digital Tele-Converter The digital tele-converter feature uses digital zoom to achieve the effects of a tele-converter (a lens used in telephoto shooting). 1 Select [Digital Zoom]. 1. Press the button. 2. In the menu, use the or button to select - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 68
Shooting Modes p. 238 You can shoot a subject 2 - 10 cm (0.79 - 3.9 in.) from the end of the lens at the maximum wide angle setting. With the digital zoom, the image area is 7 × 5 mm (0.28 × 0.20 in.) at maximum zoom (approximately 4.0x). 1 Select Digital Macro. 1. Set the mode dial to . 2. Use the - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 69
device if the camera shake warning icon ( ) appears. Shooting Close-Ups/Infinity Available Shooting Modes p. 238 You can shoot close-ups or infinity shots. Use this mode to shoot close-ups of flowers or small items. Macro Infinity Area at Minimum Focusing Distance from End of Lens to Subject - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 70
the numbers of shots you wish to take in advance. 10 sec. Self-Timer: The shutter releases 10 seconds after the shutter button is pressed. • 2 seconds will play for the first shot only. * This may differ depending on your My Camera settings (p. 188). 1 Press the button. 1. Use the or button to change - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 71
selected for the first shot. - If the flash is used, the interval between shots lengthens. - The interval between shots may lengthen when the built-in memory of the camera fills. - Shooting will automatically cease if the memory card becomes full. - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 72
89 mm (4.7 × 3.5 in.) Small 0.3M 640 × 480 Sending images as e-mail Low attachments or shoot more images. Date Stamp Printing date-stamped images (p. 22), in 2M 1600 × 1200 L-size or postcard-size ( pixel numbers are shown. (M is short for megapixels.) * Paper sizes vary according to region. - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 73
. p. 238 Approximate Values for Compression Settings Compression Purpose Superfine High Quality Shoot higher quality images. Fine Shoot normal quality images. Normal Normal Shoot more images. z See Memory Cards and Estimated Capacities (p. 223) z See Image Data Sizes (Estimated) (p. 225) - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 74
Stabilizer Function Available Shooting Modes p. 238 The lens-shift type image stabilizer function allows you to minimize the camera shake effect (blurred images) when you shoot distant subjects that have been magnified or when you shoot in dark conditions without a flash. Off - You can check - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 75
shake is too strong, it may not be fully corrected. z Hold the camera horizontally while [Panning] (stabilization does not work when the camera is held vertically). z If you shoot a movie after setting [IS Mode] to [Shoot Only] or [Panning], the setting will change to [Continuous]. Commonly Used - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 76
the ISO speed will automatically be raised in dark places, shutter speed will increase, reducing camera shake and subject blurring. • Select to put priority on image quality. • When you select , the camera also detects motion and sets the optimum ISO speed. As the shutter speed becomes even faster - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 77
). Shooting Modes for Specific Scenes Available Shooting Modes p. 238 When a shooting mode appropriate for the shooting conditions is selected, the camera automatically adjusts settings for optimal shooting. 1 Select a shooting mode. 1. Set the mode dial to . 2. Use the control dial to select - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 78
, such as children and pets, without missing photo opportunities. Indoor Prevents camera shake and maintains the subject's true color when shooting under fluorescent or tungsten lighting. Sunset Allows you to shoot sunsets in vivid colors. Foliage Shoots trees and leaves - such as new growth, autumn - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 79
at optimal exposure. Aquarium Selects the optimal ISO speed, white balance and color balance to capture fish and other items in an indoor aquarium. ISO 3200 is required. Avoids blurring of the subject and the effects of camera shake. Recording pixels are fixed at (1600 × 1200). z The shutter speed is - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 80
balance or My Colors. 1 Select manual mode. 1. Set the mode dial to . 2. Use the control dial to select . Continuous Shooting Available Shooting Modes p. 238 In this mode, the camera shoots continuously while the shutter button is held down. If you use the recommended memory card*, you can shoot - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 81
will continue to record successive images while the shutter button is held down. Recording will cease when the shutter button is released. To Cancel Continuous Shooting: Follow Step 1 to select . z The interval between shots lengthens when the built-in memory of the camera fills. z If the flash is - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 82
memory card. z If the area around the eyes is red, for example from using red eye shadow, that area may also be corrected. If this happens, set [Red-Eye Corr.] to [Off]. z Red eyes may not be automatically detected or may not be fully corrected on some images. In either case, you can correct images - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 83
81 2 Make settings. 1. Use the or to select the option. 2. Use the or button to make the setting. 3. Press the button. Advanced Shooting Functions • [Flash Settings] can also be displayed by pressing the button, followed by the MENU button. 3 Press the button. - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 84
until the memory card is full*1. The digital zoom can be used while shooting in this mode (p. 62). • Maximum Size: 4 GB/movie*2 Compact movies as e-mail attachments or when the memory card capacity is low. • Maximum Clip Length: 3 minutes Color Accent, Color Swap You can have only the specified color - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 85
mode. 1. Set the mode dial to . 2. Use the control dial to select a movie mode. • See Changing Colors (p. 109) for the procedures for using and . 2 Shoot. • Pressing the shutter button recording time or maximum recording capacity is reached - When the built-in memory or memory card becomes full - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 86
84 z You are recommended to use a memory card that has been formatted in your camera to shoot movies (p. 178). The card supplied with the camera may be used without further formatting. z Be careful of the following while recording. - Try not to touch the microphone (p. 42). - Do not press any - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 87
zoom factor displays in blue, the image will deteriorate. z You can use digital zoom during the movie shooting in mode only. z Before recording white balance, My Colors or shooting mode settings. z If you register the function to the button, you can start shooting a movie simply by pressing - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 88
rate when the movie mode is set to (Standard), (Color Accent) or (Color Swap). (The frame movie length rather than image quality, select . You can shoot for twice as long in this mode compared to a file of the same size shot in the other modes. *3 Frame rate when playing back. z See Memory Cards - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 89
to change the option. 3. Press the button. • The indicator will blink green while the camera is recording. (Time Lapse) Recordable Duration Advanced Shooting Functions z You are recommended to use a fully charged battery or an AC adapter since the recording period may be lengthy. z The power - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 90
p. 238 Stitch Assist can be used to shoot overlapping images that can later be merged (stitched) to create one panoramic image on a computer. The overlapping seams of several adjacent images can be joined into a single panoramic image. 1 Select the shooting direction. 1. Set the mode dial to - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 91
up to 26 images. 5 Press the button after the last shot. Advanced Shooting Functions z You cannot display the images on a TV when shooting in Stitch Assist mode. z The settings for the first image are applied to the second image onward. Use PhotoStitch, a supplied software program, to merge - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 92
90 Checking the Focus and Peoples' Expressions Available Shooting Modes p. 238 You can zoom the display of the AF frame to check focus when shooting or right after taking a shot. Zooming the AF Frame and Shooting When [AF Frame] is set to [Face Detect] or [Center], the AF frame area can be zoomed to - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 93
. - When the camera cannot focus. - When the digital zoom is in use image taken. It is also easy to check peoples' expressions and look for closed eyes when shooting because a frame the size of the face displays when AF frame mode is set to [Face Detect] (p. 93). You are recommended to set [Review - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 94
image will be displayed. • Frames are displayed as follows. Orange frame contents Frame color Content Orange Displays the area of the image image is displayed will erase the image (p. 19). However, when the bottom right of the image is enlarged, pressing the button will not delete the image - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 95
Modes p. 238 The AF frame indicates the area of the composition on which the camera focuses. Face Detect AiAF The camera detects a face and sets the focus, exposure*1 and white balance*2. In addition, the camera meters the subject so that the face is correctly illuminated when the flash fires. If - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 96
Feature z Maximum of three AF frames will be displayed at the positions of faces the camera recognizes. At this point, the frame the camera judges if a face is not detected. z The camera may mistakenly identify non-human subjects as a face. z In certain cases, faces may not be detected. Examples: - - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 97
[AF Frame Size]. 2 Make settings. 1. Use the or button to select [Normal] or [Small]. 2. Press the button. The setting is configured to [Normal] when the digital zoom or digital tele-converter is used. - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 98
the (Face Detect) function to the button (p. 116). 1 Select a face you wish to focus on. 1. When a face is detected, press the button. • The camera enters face designation mode, and the face frame ( ) of the main subject displays in green. Even if the subject moves, the frame will follow the - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 99
Functions 97 3. Press the button again. • The camera exits face designation mode, and the face frame 2. Press the shutter button fully. In the following cases, the face select mode will be canceled. - When turning the power back on - Using the digital zoom - When the MENU button is pressed to - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 100
on the LCD monitor. 2 Keep the shutter button pressed halfway while you recompose the image. 3 Press the shutter button fully to shoot the image. Shooting with the AF Lock 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 - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 101
is taken, allowing you to capture a second image with the same focus. z AF frames do not display in movie mode. z Try to shoot as close to the on the LCD monitor. 2 Press the button and select (flash off). 3 Aim the camera at the subject on which you wish to lock the exposure. 4 Press and hold the - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 102
100 z In movie mode, AE lock can also be set/canceled (p. 85). z You can use the of your subject. 1 Turn on the LCD monitor. 2 Press the button and select (flash on). 3 Aim the camera at the subject on which you wish to lock the exposure. 4 Press and hold the shutter button halfway and press the - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 103
select and use the or button to adjust the exposure compensation. 3. Press the button. To Cancel the Exposure Compensation: Restore the compensation value to [0]. In movie mode, the exposure shift can be set/canceled (p. 85). - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 104
Available Shooting Modes p. 238 Evaluative Center Weighted Avg. Spot Appropriate for standard shooting conditions, including backlit scenes. The camera divides images into several zones for metering. It evaluates complex lighting conditions, such as the position of the subject, the brightness - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 105
appearing on the LCD monitor and the recorded image may differ. z The nature of CCDs is such that noise in the recorded image increases at long shutter speeds. This camera, however, applies special processing to images shot at shutter speeds of 1.3 seconds or slower to eliminate the noise, thereby - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 106
image was recorded at the desired brightness. z Please note that camera shake becomes a factor at low shutter speeds. Shoot with the camera attached to a tripod. z Use of the flash may result in an over-exposed image balance data memorized in the camera from a white-colored object, such as white - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 107
detect correctly. • Shooting subjects of monotone color (such as sky, sea or forest) camera at a piece of white paper or cloth and press the button. • Ensure that the LCD monitor is completely filled with the white image. Please note, however, that the center frame will not display when the digital - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 108
white balance. The correct white balance may not be obtained when the exposure setting is incorrect (image appears completely black or white). z Shoot with the same settings as when reading the white balance beforehand. z The white balance data is retained even after the camera power is turned off. - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 109
, green, blue and skin tones*. It can be used to make subtle adjustments, such as making blue colors more vivid or face colors brighter. * If the image contains colors that are the same as human skin, those colors will also be changed. You may not obtain the expected results depending on the skin - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 110
setting. 1. Press the button. 2. Use the or and the or the option. button to select button to change 3. Press the button. (Setting the Custom Color Mode) 1 Select . 1. Press the button. 2. Use the or button to select and the or button to select . 2 Adjust the setting. 1. Press the button - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 111
Colors and Shooting Available Shooting Modes p. 238 You can easily change the colors in an image when it is shot both stills and movies also record both the altered image and the original, unaltered image. Color Accent Color Swap Use this option to have only the color specified in the LCD monitor - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 112
110 Movie: 1. Set the mode dial to . 2. Use the control dial to select . 2 Press the button. • The camera will switch to color input mode, and the display will alternate between the original image and the Color Accent image (using the previously set color). 3 Aim the camera so that the color - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 113
111 Shooting with Color Swap Mode Advanced Shooting Functions Original Color (Before Swapping) Desired Color (After Swapping) 1 Select the Color Swap mode. Still image: 1. Set the mode dial to . 2. Use the control dial to select . Movie: 1. Set the mode dial to . 2. Use the control dial to - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 114
mode, and the display will alternate between the original image and the color swap image (using the previously set color). 3 Aim the camera so that the original color appears at the center of the LCD monitor and press the button. • Only one color can be specified. • You can use the or button - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 115
in the Color Accent or Color Swap mode. - The transformed image is reviewed in the LCD monitor after shooting in the Color Accent or Color Swap mode. If you erase the image at this point, the original image is erased along with the transformed image. Exercise adequate caution before deleting a file - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 116
lines to divide the screen into 9 parts. Helps confirm the vertical and horizontal positioning of the subject. Helps confirm the print area for L-size or postcard size in 3:2 3:2 Guide aspect ratio*. Areas outside the printable area are grayed out. * Images are still recorded at the standard aspect - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 117
[Face Detect]. For images shot in or mode. For images shot in , , , or mode. 1 Select [Auto Category]. 1. Press the button. 2. In the menu, use the or button to select [Auto Category]. 2 Make settings. 1. Use the or button to select [On] or [Off]. 2. Press the button. Movies are not automatically - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 118
Balance p. 104 Custom White Balance p. 105 Menu Item Red-Eye Corr. Digital Tele-converter DISP. Overlay Movies Display Off Play Sound Effect* Page p. 80 p. 65 p. 114 p. 82 p. 117 p. 117 * Sets the sound registered to Camera menu. 1 Select [Set , found in the [Shutter Sound] section of the - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 119
using this function once, the white balance setting changes to . • For , the movie recording starts with the recording pixels and frame rate settings selected in the (Standard) your subject's attention to the camera right before taking a shot because it plays a sound when you press the button. - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 120
, the camera will switch to the previous or next image at the same level of magnification. • You can change the magnification level with the zoom lever. To Cancel the Magnified Display: Press the zoom lever toward . (You can also cancel it immediately by pressing the MENU button.) Movie frames and - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 121
in index playback. • Use the , , or button or control dial to change the image selection. Selected Image Playback/Erasing To Return to Single Image Playback: Press the zoom lever toward . Movie Switching between Sets of Nine Images The jump bar will display if you press the zoom lever toward - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 122
closed. Displaying the Focus Check 1 Press the button several times until the Focus Check displays. • Frames are displayed on the image as follows. Frame color Content Orange Displays the range of the image displayed at bottom right. White The frame is displayed at a position at which the - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 123
. Switching Frames 2 Press the button. • When multiple in-focus frames are displayed, or when multiple faces are detected, the position of the orange colored frame will change each time the FUNC./SET button is pressed. After you change the display size, the orange frame will adjust to the - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 124
. Jump to Folder Displays the first image in each folder. Jump to Movie Jumps to a movie. Jump 10 images Jumps over 10 images at a time. Jump 100 images Jumps over 100 images at a time. 1 In single image playback mode, press the button. • The camera will switch to jump search mode. 2 Use - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 125
The camera will switch to defined playback mode and display a blue frame. You can limit playback to the images images). - When selecting images in a range - When displaying images not supported in defined playback - When newly saving images that have effects added or edited - When images are deleted - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 126
(p. 165) People Scenery Events My Category 1 - 3 To Do Category Selection Methods Select For viewing and selecting images singly. Select Range For picking a first and last image and selecting all the images in the range. 1 Select [My Category]. 1. Press the button. 2. In the menu, use the or - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 127
the setting. • This also can be set in the index playback mode. • Press the MENU button to complete the setting. [Select Range] 3 Select the first image. • You can use the control dial to select the first or last image. 1. Press the button. 2. Use the or button to select the first - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 128
. 2. Press the button. 3. Use the or button to select the last image in the range to categorize. 4. Press the button. • An image with a lower number than the first image cannot be selected as the last image. • Up to 500 images can be selected. 5 Select a category. 1. Press the button. 2. Use the or - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 129
the button. 2. In the menu, use the or button to select . 3. Press the button. Playback/Erasing 2 Select an image. Trimming Frame 1. Use the or button to select an image for trimming. 2. Press the button. • The trimming frame (the area of the image which can be trimmed) is displayed in green - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 130
Pixels After Trimming trimming frame using the zoom lever. However, the number of the recording pixels of the saved image will differ according to the size of the trimmed image. • You can change the position of the trimming frame using the , , or button. • Press the DISP. button to change - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 131
129 z Movies, or images, and images recorded in cannot be trimmed. z Some images shot with another camera cannot be trimmed. z The aspect ratio for images which can be trimmed will be fixed to 4:3 (or 3:4 if the image is vertically oriented). z The recording pixels of a trimmed image will be less - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 132
130 Operating the Movie Control Panel Use the or button to select a control and press the FUNC./SET button. Exit Ends playback and returns to single image playback. Print An icon will display when a printer is connected. See the Direct Print User Guide for details. Play Starts playback. Slow - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 133
131 Editing Movies You can delete portions of recorded movies. Movies 1 second or longer before editing can be edited in 1second Time]: 2 seconds 1 Select [Edit]. 1. Use the or button to select . 2. Press the button. • The movie editing panel and the movie editing bar will display. Playback/Erasing - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 134
• Even if you specify the cut point at a position other than , selecting will delete the beginning portion of the movie up to the point just before your specified cut point, and selecting will delete the latter portion of the movie from the point just after your specified cut point. The edited - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 135
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 battery runs out of charge partway through, edited movie clips cannot be saved. When editing movies, it is recommended to use a fully - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 136
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. As the orientation of an image is recorded, the image will be shown in its rotated orientation the next time - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 137
Effects You can select the transition effect displayed when switching between images. No transition effect. The displayed image darkens and the next image gradually brightens until it is displayed. Press the button to have the previous image display from the left and the button to have the next - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 138
Shows) Automated playback of memory card images. Image settings for slide shows are based on the Digital Print Order Format (DPOF) standard (p. 165). All Images Date My Category Folder Movies Stills - Custom 1 - 3 Plays all images on a memory card in order. Plays images bearing a specified date - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 139
a date, category or folder to be played back (p. 139). • - : Press the FUNC./SET button to select the images to be played back (p. 140). • If you want to add a transition effect to play back images, use the button to select [Effect] and choose the type of effect with the or button (p. 138). 3 Start - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 140
a cross shape and gradually expands to display the full image. Portions of the new image move horizontally, then the image expands to display the full image. In single image playback mode, you can start a slide show from the current image displayed by holding the FUNC./SET button while you press - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 141
/category/folder to play back ( , , ) 1 Select a playback method. 1. Use the or button to select , or . 2. Press the button. Playback/Erasing 2 Select images to play back. 1. Use the or button to select a date/category/folder to playback. 2. Press the button. • A 3 will appear on selected - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 142
and save them as a slide show (Custom 1, 2 or 3). Up to 998 images can be selected. They will be played back in their order of selection. 1 same way when they are set. 2 Select images to play Check mark indicating back. selection 1. Use the or button to choose Number indicating - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 143
Reset]. Adjusting the Play Time and Repeat Settings • Play Time Sets the duration that each image displays. Choose between 3 - 10 seconds, 15 seconds and 30 seconds. Displaying time can vary slightly depending on the image. • Repeat Sets whether the slide show stops when all the slides have been - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 144
[Red-Eye Correction]. 1. Press the button. 2. In the menu, use the or button to select . 3. Press the button. 2 Select an image. 1. Use the or button to select the image you wish to correct red eyes. 2. Press the button. • A frame will automatically display where red-eye is detected. • If red-eye is - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 145
image is stored. The new image is stored as the last file. • [Overwrite]: Saved with the same file name as the uncorrected image. The uncorrected image 5. • If you wish to continue correcting another image, repeat operations from Step 2. 5 Display the saved image. 1. Press the button. 2. Use the or - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 146
144 z When there is not enough space left on the memory card, red-eye correction cannot be performed. z Although you can apply red-eye correction any number of times to an image, the image quality will gradually deteriorate with each application. z Since the correction frame will not appear - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 147
frames. 1. Press the button. • A correction frame is added and the frame color changes to white. • If you wish to add additional frames, adjust the correctly perform red-eye correction, take note of the following (refer to the image in Step 2): - Adjust the correction frame size so that it only - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 148
]. 2. Press the button. 2 Select a frame you wish to remove. 1. Use the or button to select a frame to remove. • The selected frame will appear in green. 3 Delete the frame. 1. Press the button. • The selected frame will disappear. • To continue - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 149
147 Adding Effects with the My Colors Function You can add effects to recorded images (stills only) using the My Colors function. The following selection of My Colors effects is available. For details, see p. 107. Vivid Neutral Sepia B/W Positive Film Lighter Skin Tone Darker Skin Tone Vivid - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 150
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 nontransformed image. 2. Press the button. 4 Save the image. 1. Use the or button to select - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 151
on the memory card, the My Colors effects cannot be added. z Although My Colors effects can be added any number of times to an image, the image quality will gradually deteriorate with each application and the intended colors may not be achieved. z Color in images taken using My Colors (p. 107) in - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 152
If a resolution cannot be selected due to a lack of free space on the memory card, will display. 4 Save the image. 1. Use the or button to select [OK]. 2. Press the button. • The resized image will be saved in a new file. The original image will remain. • If you wish to continue resizing of another - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 153
• Pressing the FUNC./SET button pauses the recording. Pressing it again resumes recording. • Up to 1 minute of recordings can be added to any one image. • Press the MENU button several times to complete the setting. Sound Memo Panel Elapsed Time/ Remaining Time Volume (Adjust it with the or button) - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 154
confirmation screen press the FUNC./SET button.) z You cannot attach sound memos to movies. z Sound memos for protected images cannot be erased. Sound-Only Recording (Sound Recorder) You can record sound only, without images, for up to two hours at one time. 1 Select [Sound Recorder]. 1. Press the - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 155
153 2 Record a sound. 1. Use the or to select . 2. Press the button. Sampling Rate • The elapsed recording time displays. • You can use the or button to change the sampling rate. The recording quality rises progressively Sound Recorder Panel as you select [11.025 kHz], [22.050 kHz] or [44.100 - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 156
154 z See Sound Recorder Data Rates and Recording Durations (Estimated) (p. 224). z Recording will automatically stop when the memory card is full. Protecting Images You can protect important images and movies from accidental erasure. Select You can configure the protection settings for each - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 157
2. Press the button. • Pressing the FUNC./SET button again cancels the setting. Protection Icon • To continue protecting other images, repeat the procedure. • You can also protect images in the index playback mode. • Press the MENU button to complete the setting. [Select Range] 3 Select the - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 158
button. 3. Use the or button to select the last image in the range. 4. Press the button. • An image with a lower number than the first image cannot be selected as the last image. • Up to 500 images can be selected. 5 Protect the images. 1. Press the button to select [Protect]. 2. Press the button - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 159
• You can select multiple dates, categories or folders. • Use the or button to confirm each date, category or folder image. 3. Press the button. 4 Protect the images. 1. Use the or button to select [Protect]. 2. Press the button. • Returns to the selection method screen. • Selecting [Unlock] removes - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 160
for the current selection. Erasing Images You can erase images from a memory card. Select Erase images after selecting them one at a time. Select Range For picking a first and last image and erasing all the images in the range. Select by Date Erases images corresponding to the selected date - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 161
to select an erasure method. • Pressing the MENU button returns to the prior screen. 2. Press the button. [Select] 3 Select the image. 1. Use the or button to select an image to erase. 2. Press the button. • Pressing the FUNC./SET button again deselects the setting. • This also can be set in the - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 162
the control dial to select the first or last image. 1. Press the button. 2. Use the or button to select the first image in the range to erase. 3. Press the button. 4 Select the last image. 1. Use the button to switch to selecting the last image. 2. Press the button. 3. Use the or button to select - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 163
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. 3. Press the button. 4 Erase the images. 1. Use the or button to select [OK]. 2. Press the button. • Selecting [Stop] cancels selection of the - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 164
button. • Selecting [Cancel] cancels selection of the image you are about to erase and returns to Step 2. z Pressing the FUNC./SET button while erasing is in progress cancels the procedure. z Please format the memory card when you want to erase not only image data but also all the data contained on - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 165
Playback/Erasing 163 Registering Functions to the Button You can register a function that you often use to the following functions can be registered. button. The Function Standard*1 Slide Show*2 Sound Recorder Reference Page - p. 136 p. 152 *1 Default setting (It can be used to switch between - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 166
1 In playback mode, press the • This will call up the registered function. button. z When you press the button in shooting mode, it switches the camera to playback mode. Then when it is pressed a second time, the registered function is called up. z Registering a function other than to the button - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 167
/Transfer Settings Setting the DPOF Print Settings You can select images on a memory card for printing and specify the number of print copies in advance using the camera. The settings used on the camera comply with the Digital Print Order Format (DPOF) standards. This is extremely convenient for - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 168
- [Standard] or [Both]: [Date] and [File No.] can be set to [On] at the same time, however, the printable information may vary between printers. z Images dated using (Date Stamp) (p. 22) are always printed with the date, regardless of the [Date] setting. As a result, some printers may print the date - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 169
in the selected category. Configures print settings for images in the selected folder. Configures print settings for all images. Removes all print settings from images. Only one copy will be printed for each selected image.With the [Select Images & Qty.] option, you can only set the number of - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 170
(p. 165). Standard ( )/Both ( ) 1. Use the or button to select the images. 2. Press the button. 3. Use the or button to select the number of print Copies Index ( ) 1. Use the or button to select the images. 2. Select and deselect with button. 3. Press the button. Index Print Selection • This - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 171
use the control dial to select the first or last image. 1. Press the button. 2. Use the or button to select the first image in the print range. 3. Press the button. 3 Select the last image. 1. Use the button to switch to selecting the last image. 2. Press the button. 3. Use the or button to select - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 172
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. 3. Press the button. 3 Configure the print settings. 1. Use the or button to select [OK]. 2. Press the button. • The screen will return to the - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 173
screen will return to the selection method screen. • Selecting [Cancel] cancels the operation. z Images are printed in order according to the file number. z A maximum of 998 images can be selected. z When the camera is connected to a printer, the button will light blue. At this time, printing - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 174
to specify settings for images before downloading to a computer. Refer to the Software Starter Guide for instructions on how to transfer images to your computer. The settings used on the camera comply with the DPOF standards. The icon may display for a memory card with transfer settings set by - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 175
the FUNC./SET button again deselects the setting. • You can also select images in the index playback mode. • Press the MENU button to end the setting. Print Settings/Transfer Settings Mark all 3 Execute the transfering images. 1. Use the or button to select [OK]. 2. Press the button. • Press the - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 176
selected time if no control is accessed, regardless of the [Auto Power Down] setting. Press any button other than the power button or change the camera orientation to turn the LCD monitor back on. 1 Select [Power Saving]. 1. Press the button. 2. Use the or button to select the menu. 3. Use the or - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 177
the button. The power saving function will not activate during a slide show or while the camera is connected to a computer. Configuring the Camera Setting the World Clock When traveling abroad, you can record images with local dates and times simply by switching the time zone setting if you pre - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 178
176 3 Select an area as home. 1. Use the or button to select a home time zone. 2. Press the button. • To set the daylight saving option, use the or button to display . The time will advance by 1 hour. 4 Select (World). 1. Use the button to select . 2. Press the button. 5 Select a destination area. - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 179
monitor. If you change the date and time when the World option is selected, the Home date and time will also change automatically. Configuring the Camera - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 180
, use the button to select [Low Level Format] and the or button to add a check mark. • You can stop formatting a memory card when [Low Level Format] is selected by pressing the FUNC./SET button. You can still use a memory card without problem when formatting is halted, but its data will be erased. - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 181
avoid file name Continuous 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 memory card, and the larger of the two is - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 182
Assist mode images - Still images shot in Color Accent/Color Swap mode with the [Save Original] category set to [On]. • Images cannot be played back when the folder numbers are duplicated or image numbers are duplicated within folders. • Please refer to the Software Starter Guide for information - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 183
Configuring the Camera 181 Creating an Image Destination (Folder) You can create a new folder at any time and the recorded images will be automatically saved to that folder. Create New Creates a new folder the next time you shoot images. To Folder create an additional folder, insert the check mark - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 184
3. Press the button twice. • 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 - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 185
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]. z Even if the Auto Rotate function is set to [On], the orientation of images downloaded to a computer will depend upon the software used - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 186
184 When the camera is held vertically to shoot, the Intelligent Orientation sensor judges the upper end to be "up" and the lower end to be "down". It then - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 187
Time Zone], [Date/Time], [Language] and [Video System] options in the menu (p. 58) - White balance data recorded with the custom white balance function (p. 105) - Colors specified in the [Color Accent] (p. 109) or [Color Swap] (p. 111) modes - Newly added My Camera settings (p. 189) Configuring the - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 188
to a TV Shooting/Playback Using a TV You can use the supplied AV cable to shoot or playback images using a TV. 1 Turn off the camera and the TV. 2 Connect the AV cable to the camera's A/V OUT and DIGITAL terminal. • Slip your fingernail or the toggle on the wrist strap under the left edge of the - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 189
varies between regions. - NTSC: Japan, U.S.A., Canada, Taiwan and others - PAL: Europe, Asia (excluding Taiwan), Oceania and others z If the video system is set incorrectly, the camera output may not display properly. Connecting to a TV - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 190
also use the control dial to select images and perform various operations. See p. 43. My Camera allows you to customize the start-up image and start-up, operation, self-timer and shutter sounds. You can change and register these settings, enabling you to customize the camera to suit your own tastes - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 191
the Camera (My Camera Settings) 189 Registering My Camera Settings Images recorded onto the memory card and newly recorded sounds can be added as My Camera settings to the and menu items. You can also use the supplied software to upload your computer's images and sounds to the camera. A computer - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 192
cannot be registered as My Camera settings. - Movies - Sounds recorded with the sound memo function (p. 151) - Sounds recorded with the Sound Recorder (p. 152) z The prior setting is erased when a new My Camera setting is added. See the supplied Software Starter Guide for more information on - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 193
movies (p. 198) • Playback (p. 199) • Battery/Battery Charger (p. 199) • TV monitor output (p. 200) • Printing with a direct print compatible printer (p. 200) Camera Troubleshooting Camera will not operate. Power is not turned on. z Press the power button (p. 42). Memory card slot/battery - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 194
image has been selected as the startup image in the My Camera settings. z Change the start-up image in the My Camera settings (p. 188) or use the supplied software program ZoomBrowser EX or ImageBrowser to restore the default settings. See ZoomBrowser EX/ ImageBrowser Software User Guide (PDF - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 195
photos, but it will be recorded when shooting movies.) appears. A slow shutter speed has likely been camera to something, such as a tripod. appears. This displays when using a memory card that has print settings, transfer settings or slide show image settings set by other DPOF-compliant cameras - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 196
images to a computer and erase them from the memory card to make space. Memory card is not formatted correctly. z Format the memory card (p. 178). z If reformatting does not work, the memory card logic circuits may be damaged. Consult the nearest Canon Customer Support Help Desk. SD memory card - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 197
Troubleshooting Image Seen in Viewfinder vs. Recorded Image. Usually the recorded image contains more of the scene than is seen in the viewfinder. z Confirm the actual image size with the LCD monitor. Use the LCD monitor when taking close-up shots (p. 60). Image 218). z The camera may be set to - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 198
, and mode, the ISO speed increases and noise can appear. White dots appear on the image. Light from the flash has z This is a phenomenon that occurs reflected off dust particles with digital cameras and does not or insects in the air. This is constitute a malfunction. particularly noticeable when - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 199
197 Troubleshooting Eyes appear red. Light is reflected back from the memory card in the camera after you save all its images to your computer (p. 178). Recording images to memory card takes a long time. Memory card was formatted in another device. z Use a memory card formatted in your camera - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 200
was opened with battery cover, turn the power on then power on. back off. Shooting movies The recording time may not display properly or shooting may stop unexpectedly. The following types of memory cards are used. - Slow recording cards. - Cards formatted on a different camera or a computer - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 201
resources. Movies shot with this camera may not play back correctly on another camera. Reading images from memory card is slow. Memory card was formatted in another device. z Use a memory card formatted in your camera (p. 178). Battery Troubleshooting Battery consumed quickly. Battery is not - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 202
73 °F). Battery will not charge. Battery life exceeded. z Replace the battery with a new one (p. 11). TV monitor output Image is distorted (p. 45). Printing with a direct print compatible printer Cannot print The camera and printer are not properly connected. The printer power is not turned - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 203
may be able to continue using it (p. 178). However, if this error message appears even when using the supplied memory card, contact your Canon Customer Support Help Desk as there may be a problem with the camera. Memory card full Memory card is full of images and no more can be recorded or saved. In - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 204
will erase all the existing images and other data. Change the battery pack. Battery charge is insufficient to operate the camera. Replace it at once with a charged one or recharge the battery. Also refer to Battery (p. 210). No image. No images recorded on memory card. Image too large. You attempted - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 205
be played back. Cannot register this image! You attempted to register an image recorded in a different camera or a movie as a start-up image. Cannot modify image You attempted to resize or perform red eye correction on a movie or an image recorded with another camera. Or you attempted to resize an - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 206
than 500 images. Communication error The computer was unable to download the image due to the large amount of images (approx. 1000) stored on the memory card. Use a USB card reader or a PCMCIA card adapter to download the images. Lens error, restart camera An error was detected while the lens was in - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 207
noted on the following pages are intended to instruct you in the safe and correct operation of the camera and its accessories to prevent injuries or damage to yourself, other persons and equipment. z Equipment refers to the camera, battery charger or compact power adapter (sold separately - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 208
in fire or electrical shock. Immediately turn the camera power off and remove the camera battery or unplug the battery charger or compact power adapter from the power outlet. Please consult your camera distributor or the closest Canon Customer Support Help Desk. z Do not use substances containing - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 209
the battery. z Avoid dropping or subjecting the battery to severe impacts that could damage the casing. z Use only recommended battery and water and seek medical assistance. z Disconnect the battery charger and compact power adapter from both the camera and the power outlet after recharging or when - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 210
as credit cards) away from the speaker of the camera. Such items may lose data or stop working. Cautions Equipment z Do not sit with the camera in your end of the lens. The above-mentioned could lead to injury or damage the equipment. z Be careful not to allow dust or sand into the camera when using - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 211
High temperatures may also cause deformation of the casing. z When not using the camera for extended periods of time, remove the battery from the camera or battery charger and store the equipment in a safe place. If the battery is are left inside the camera, damage caused by leakage may occur. z Do - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 212
it from the bag. If condensation forms on the camera, remove the memory card and battery, and set the camera aside in room temperature to allow the condensation to naturally evaporate before using the camera again. Battery z Keep the battery terminals clean at all times. Dirty terminals may cause - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 213
camera about once a year before returning it to storage. z Since this is a lithium-ion battery, you need not deplete it before recharging. z You are advised to charge the battery 5 minutes to fully charge the battery from a depleted state (based on Canon's testing standards). • Charging it - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 214
the data recorded on the memory card may be corrupted or erased by electrical noise, static electricity, camera or memory card malfunction, making a backup copy of important data is recommended. z Please note that formatting (initializing) an memory card erases all data, including protected images. - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 215
cards that have been formatted in your camera. • The memory card supplied with the camera may be used without further formatting. • When the camera is malfunctioning, a corrupted memory card might be the cause. Reformatting the memory card may solve the problem. • When a non-Canon brand memory card - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 216
. Turn the camera power off before connecting or disconnecting the AC adapter. 1 Connect the power cord to the compact power adapter first and then plug the other end into the power outlet. Compact Power Adapter CA-DC10 2 Open the memory card slot/ battery cover, push the battery lock in the - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 217
the camera and High-Power Flash to the supporting bracket. Please read the instructions accompanying the flash along with this explanation. Tripod Sockets Bracket (Comes with the flash) z The flash charge time will lengthen as the battery - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 218
that they do not loosen. Failure to do so may lead to the dropping of the camera and flash resulting in damage to both. z Before attaching the bracket to the flash, check that the lithium battery (CR123A or DL123) is installed. z To illuminate the subjects properly, install the flash so that it - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 219
soft cloth. Never use organic solvents on the camera body or lens. If dirt remains, contact the closest Canon Customer Support Help Desk as listed on the separate customer support list supplied with your camera. Viewfinder and LCD Monitor Use a lens blower brush to remove dust and dirt. If necessary - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 220
Specifications All data is based on Canon's standard testing methods. Subject to change without notice. PowerShot SD890 IS DIGITAL ELPH/DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS (W): Max. wide angle (T): Max. telephoto Camera Effective Pixels : Approx. 10.0 million Image Sensor : 1/2.3-inch type CCD (Total number - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 221
- 11 ft.) (W)/ 30 cm - 2.0 m (12 in. - 6.6 ft.) (T) • Brightness of image periphery may reduce depending on shooting distance. Shooting Modes : Auto, Manual, Digital macro, Color Accent, Color Swap, Stitch Assist, SCN*1, Movie*2 *1 Portrait, Night Snapshot, Kids&Pets, Indoor, Sunset, Foliage, Snow - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 222
1600 × 1200 pixels Widescreen : 3648 × 2048 pixels (Movies) : Standard, Color Accent, Color Swap : 640 × 480 pixels (30 frames/sec.) 640 × 480 pixels (30 frames/sec. LP) : 320 × 240 pixels (30 frames/sec.) Recording can continue until the memory card is full*1 (can record up to a maximum of 4 GB - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 223
Print : PictBridge compliant, and Canon Direct Print and Bubble Jet Direct compatible My Camera Settings : Start-up image, start-up sound, operation sound, self-timer sound, and shutter sound. Interface : Hi-Speed USB (Dedicated connector with integrated type of digital, audio and video*) * mini - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 224
once every two shots and the camera power turned off after every tenth shot. Power is left off for a sufficient amount of time*, then the power is turned back on and the testing procedure is repeated. • A Canon-brand memory card is used. * Until the battery returns to normal temperature Playback - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 225
Widescreen) 3648 × 2048 pixels : Memory card included with the camera 32 MB SDC-128M SDC-512MSH 6 28 110 11 47 186 23 99 386 10 45 176 17 75 292 37 (When card has been formatted with a low level format). This reflects standard shooting criteria established by Canon. Actual - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 226
224 Movie Standard Color Accent Color Swap Compact Time Lapse : Memory card included with the camera Recording Pixels/ Frame Rate 32 MB SDC-128M SDC512MSH 640 × 480 pixels 30 frames/sec. 14 sec. 1 min. 1 sec. 3 min. 57 sec. 640 × 480 pixels - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 227
Image Data Sizes KB 556 KB 278 KB 84 KB - 918 KB Appendix Standard Color Accent Color Swap Compact Time Lapse Recording Pixels/Frame Rate 640 × 480 pixels /sec. 64 KB/sec. 32 KB/sec. SD Memory Card Interface Dimensions Weight Compatible with SD memory card standards 32.0 × 24.0 × 2.1 mm (1.26 - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 228
Approx. 25 g (0.88 oz.) USA and Canada only: The Lithium ion/polymer battery that powers the product is recyclable. Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY for information on how to recycle this battery. Battery Charger CB-2LX/CB-2LXE Rated Input Rated Output Charging Time Operating Temperatures Dimensions - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 229
227 Compact Power Adapter CA-DC10 (Included with the separately sold AC Adapter Kit ACK-DC30) Rated Input 100 - 240 V AC (50/ 60 Hz) Rated Output 4.3 V DC, 1.5 A Operating Temperatures 0 - 40 °C (32 - 104 °F) Dimensions 42.6 × 104.4 × 31.4 mm (1.68 × 4.11 × 1.24 in.) Weight Approx. 180 g - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 230
51 Capacity 222 Charging 10 Installing 11 C Camera Shake Warning .... 51, 193 Card Estimated Capacities ..........223 Formatting 178 Installing 11 Checking Focus 90, 120 Clock Display 47 Components Guide 40 Compression 71 Computer Connecting 29 Downloading Images 27 System Requirements - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 231
74 J Jump (Searching the Images) . 122 L LCD Monitor 41, 60 Display 50 Quick-bright LCD Function ... 61 Lens Retract 58 List of Messages 201 Long Shutter Mode 103 M Macro 67 Manual Mode 78 Memory Cards Estimated Capacities ..........223 Menu FUNC. Menu 54 My Camera Menu 59 Index 229 Play - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 232
Functions Set Play Button 163 Registering Settings 116 Reset All 184 Resize 149 Review 55 Review Info 55 Rotate 134 S Safety Zoom 63 Self-Timer 68 Shooting Mode 75 Color Accent 109 Color Swap 111 Digital Macro 66 Functions Available 238 Special Scene 75 Stitch Assist 88 Shutter - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 233
231 MEMO - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 234
232 MEMO - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 235
233 MEMO - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 236
234 MEMO - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 237
an experienced radio/TV technician for help. The cable with the ferrite core provided with the digital camera must be used with this equipment in order to comply with Class B limits in Subpart B of Part 15 of the FCC rules. Do not make any changes or modifications to the equipment unless otherwise - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 238
THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, CAREFULLY FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS. For connection to a supply not in the U.S.A., use an attachment plug adapter of the proper configuration for the power outlet. This battery charger is for exclusive use with Battery Pack NB-5L (1.12 Ah). There is a danger of - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 239
errors or omissions. • Canon reserves the right to change the specifications of the hardware and software described herein at anytime without prior notice. • No part of this guide camera, the software, SD memory cards (SD cards), personal computers, peripheral devices, or use of non-Canon SD cards. - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 240
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Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode 239 2 4 5 - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 242
{ {{ Disp. Overlay (p. 114) Grid Lines 3:2 Guide / Both Registering settings to the Print/Share button (p. 116) { { { { {{ { : Setting available or optimum value is automatically set by the camera. As a rule, with , only the first image is available. - : Not available. 1) Set to optimum - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 243
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