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DIGITAL CAMERA ENGLISH Camera User Guide Camera User Guide CDI-E134-010 XXXXXXX © 2004 CANON INC. PRINTED IN JAPAN z Please read the Read This First section (p. 4). z Please also see the Software Starter Guide and the Direct Print User Guide. - Canon PowerShot S60 | PowerShot S60 Camera User Guide - Page 2
due to a mistaken operation or malfunction of the camera, the software, the CompactFlash™ cards (CF cards), personal computers, peripheral devices, or use of non-Canon CF cards. 0 Trademark Acknowledgements z Canon and PowerShot are trademarks of Canon Inc. z CompactFlash is a trademark of SanDisk - Canon PowerShot S60 | PowerShot S60 Camera User Guide - Page 3
Guides This Guide Shooting with the Camera Software Starter Guide Installing the Software This Guide Connecting the Camera to a Computer Software Starter Guide Downloading Images to a Computer Direct Print User Guide Printer User Guide Using the Printer and Printing About this Camera User Guide - Canon PowerShot S60 | PowerShot S60 Camera User Guide - Page 4
Camera Components Guide 10 Controls 12 Installing the Battery Pack/CF Card 14 Turning the Power On/Off 21 Setting the Date/Time 24 Setting the Language 26 Using the LCD Monitor 27 Chapter 2. Shooting-The Basics Auto Mode 30 Reviewing Self-timer 53 Digital Zoom 54 63 Resetting the - Canon PowerShot S60 | PowerShot S60 Camera User Guide - Page 5
of Messages 136 Troubleshooting 138 Using the Wireless Controller (Sold Separately) . 143 Using Conversion Lenses (Sold Separately). . . . 145 Using the Power Kits (Sold Separately 147 Using a Car Battery Charger (Sold Separately) . 149 Camera Care and Maintenance 150 Specifications 151 Photo - Canon PowerShot S60 | PowerShot S60 Camera User Guide - Page 6
from any malfunction of a camera or accessory, including CompactFlash™ cards, that results in the failure of an image to be recorded or to be recorded in a format that is machine readable. Warning Against Copyright Infringement Please note that Canon digital cameras are intended for personal use - Canon PowerShot S60 | PowerShot S60 Camera User Guide - Page 7
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 In the next few pages, the term "equipment" refers primarily to the camera, its battery, separately sold battery charger and separately - Canon PowerShot S60 | PowerShot S60 Camera User Guide - Page 8
is not expressly described in this guide. Disassembly or alteration may result in high-voltage electrical shock. Internal inspections, alterations and repairs should be conducted by qualified service personnel authorized by your camera distributor or a Canon Customer Support Help Desk. zTo avoid the - Canon PowerShot S60 | PowerShot S60 Camera User Guide - Page 9
use the designated battery pack and battery charger. Use of another charger may cause the battery to rupture or leak, posing a risk of fire, injury, and damage to the surroundings. zDisconnect the battery charger or the compact power adapter from both the camera and power outlet after recharging - Canon PowerShot S60 | PowerShot S60 Camera User Guide - Page 10
its lens. The resulting heat build-up could damage the flash. zEnsure that the battery charger or compact power adapter is plugged into a power outlet charger terminals or plug. zIf your camera is used for prolonged periods, the camera body may become warm. Please take care when operating the camera - Canon PowerShot S60 | PowerShot S60 Camera User Guide - Page 11
. Remove the CF card, battery or compact power adapter from the camera and wait until the moisture evaporates completely before resuming use. Extended Storage When not using the camera for extended periods of time, remove the battery from the camera or battery charger and store the equipment - Canon PowerShot S60 | PowerShot S60 Camera User Guide - Page 12
-eye Reduction Lamp p. 39 Flash p. 38 Wrist Strap Mount DC Coupler Cable Cover p. 148 CF Card Slot / Battery Cover p. 14 * Avoid waving the camera about or catching it on other items when suspending it from the strap. 10 1. Preparing the Camera Microphone Tripod Socket Lens Remote Sensor - Canon PowerShot S60 | PowerShot S60 Camera User Guide - Page 13
the (Print/Share) button (p. 12). z Printing: See the Direct Print User Guide (separate from this guide) z Downloading images (Windows only): See p. 117 of this guide and the Software Starter Guide (separate from this guide) The indicator blinks or lights during a printer or computer connection - Canon PowerShot S60 | PowerShot S60 Camera User Guide - Page 14
FUNC. (Function) Button p. 63 Viewfinder p. 32 MF (Manual Focus)/ (Single Image Erase) Button p. 46, 98 A/V out) p. 43 Terminal Cover DIGITAL Terminal p. 119 LCD Monitor p. 27 (Light Metering) / (Microphone) Button p. 78, 103 12 1. Preparing the Camera (Playback) Button p. 22 ( - Canon PowerShot S60 | PowerShot S60 Camera User Guide - Page 15
Blinking Green:Recording to CF card / Reading CF card / Erasing from CF card / Transmitting data (during a computer connection) Orange: Ready to record (flash on) Blinking Orange:Ready to record (camera shake warning) z Lower Indicator Yellow: Macro mode / Manual focus mode Blinking Yellow:Focusing - Canon PowerShot S60 | PowerShot S60 Camera User Guide - Page 16
Installing the Battery Pack/CF Card Install the supplied Battery Pack NB-2LH and CF card in the camera to get ready for shooting. When your camera is first used or the "Change the battery pack" message is displayed, charge the battery pack. zWhen the upper indicator blinks green, the camera is - Canon PowerShot S60 | PowerShot S60 Camera User Guide - Page 17
to a steady green when the charge is complete. z After charging, unplug the battery charger and remove the battery pack from it. b Battery Lock a aBe sure that the camera power is off (p. 21). Slide the CF card slot / battery cover in the direction of the arrow and open the cover. bHold back the - Canon PowerShot S60 | PowerShot S60 Camera User Guide - Page 18
close the CF card slot / battery cover. z Push the card in until the CF card eject button fully extends. To remove the CF card, push the CF card eject button and pull the card out. 16 1. Preparing the Camera zPlease note that CF cards formatted with other manufacturers' cameras or a computer, or - Canon PowerShot S60 | PowerShot S60 Camera User Guide - Page 19
. z Do not charge Battery other than Battery Pack NB- 2LH/NB-2L (sold separately) with the supplied battery charger. z The battery pack continues to discharge a small amount when left in the camera (even with the power turned off) or battery charger. This shortens the battery life. Remove the - Canon PowerShot S60 | PowerShot S60 Camera User Guide - Page 20
before it is required for an extended period. Change the battery pack Battery charge is insufficient to operate the camera. Replace the battery pack immediately. See Battery Performance (p. 155). CF Card Handling Precautions z CF cards are high-precision electronic devices. Do not bend, force - Canon PowerShot S60 | PowerShot S60 Camera User Guide - Page 21
not work properly, the inserted CF card may be malfunctioning. Reformatting the CF card may solve the problem. Š When a non-Canon brand CF card is malfunctioning, reformatting it may solve the problem. Š CF cards formatted in another camera, computer or peripheral device may not operate correctly - Canon PowerShot S60 | PowerShot S60 Camera User Guide - Page 22
b c Indicator a b aTurn the power on (p. 21). bPress the MENU button, and then the X arrow on the omni selector. The [ (Set up)] menu appears. cSelect [Format] off. z To cancel instead of formatting, select [Cancel] and press the SET button. bPress the MENU button. 20 1. Preparing the Camera - Canon PowerShot S60 | PowerShot S60 Camera User Guide - Page 23
: Playback mode/Printer connection mode* Yellow: Computer connection mode* Off: The power of the camera is off. * For printer connection mode, see the Direct Print User Guide. For computer connection mode, see the Software Starter Guide. Š You will hear a start-up sound and see the startup image - Canon PowerShot S60 | PowerShot S60 Camera User Guide - Page 24
Mode Playback Mode Press the (Playback) button (p. 42). z The camera switches to Playback mode, but the lens does not retract (the lens will retract if you close the lens cover). Playback Mode Shooting Mode Open the lens cover. When the lens cover is already open, press the shutter button halfway - Canon PowerShot S60 | PowerShot S60 Camera User Guide - Page 25
Switching between Shooting Mode and Playback Mode Power Off Open/Close the lens cover. Shooting Mode Press the (Playback) button. Open the lens cover. Press the (Playback) button. Press the shutter button halfway. Playback Mode Close the lens cover. 1. Preparing the Camera 23 - Canon PowerShot S60 | PowerShot S60 Camera User Guide - Page 26
to the Direct Print User Guide or Software Starter Guide. Charging the Date/Time Battery Š The camera has a built-in rechargeable lithium battery that maintains the date, time and other camera settings. This battery recharges when the main battery pack is inserted into the camera. When you first - Canon PowerShot S60 | PowerShot S60 Camera User Guide - Page 27
value using the S or T arrow on the omni selector. z The date can be set up to the year 2030. bPress the MENU button. 1. Preparing the Camera 25 - Canon PowerShot S60 | PowerShot S60 Camera User Guide - Page 28
Setting the Language b a a b c b aTurn the power on (p. 21). bPress the MENU button, and then the X arrow on the omni selector. The [ (Set up)] menu appears. z In using the S, T, W or X arrow on the omni selector, then press the SET button. cPress the MENU button. 26 1. Preparing the Camera - Canon PowerShot S60 | PowerShot S60 Camera User Guide - Page 29
Mode On (No Information) On (Information View) Off The combined optical zoom and digital zoom factor displays. Shutter Speed MF Indicator AF Frame Spot Metering Frame Playback Mode Aperture Single Image Playback (p. 42) Index Playback (p. 44) Histogram (p. 160) 1. Preparing the Camera 27 - Canon PowerShot S60 | PowerShot S60 Camera User Guide - Page 30
Resolution { - { { p. 35 Resolution (Movies) { - { - p. 35 RAW { - { { p. 57 Digital Zoom*5 3.6x 4.6x 5.8x 7.3x 9.1x 11x 15x { { - - p. 54 Zoom Indicator { { - - p. 30 Low Battery { { { { p. 18 Macro { - { - p. 52 Auto Rotate { - - - p. 111 Camera Shake Warning { { - - p. 29 Manual - Canon PowerShot S60 | PowerShot S60 Camera User Guide - Page 31
Zoom powers reflect the combined optical and digital zoom cameras and image information recorded by other cameras may not display correctly on this camera. Š Overexposure Warning Overexposed portions of the image blink. The overexposure warning appears at the following times. - When reviewing - Canon PowerShot S60 | PowerShot S60 Camera User Guide - Page 32
2. Shooting-The Basics Auto Mode a a Zoom Indicator c b aOpen the lens cover. bSet the shooting mode dial to . The power/mode indicator lights orange. z When the lens cover has been opened and the power/mode indicator is lit green, the camera is in the Playback mode. Press the button or press the - Canon PowerShot S60 | PowerShot S60 Camera User Guide - Page 33
zoom cannot be used with some shooting modes (p. 170). Images become coarser the more they are digitally zoomed. a b aLightly press the shutter button halfway to focus. Two beeps will sound when the camera has finished focusing, and the AF frame on the monitor appears green. z The AF frame will - Canon PowerShot S60 | PowerShot S60 Camera User Guide - Page 34
camera's internal memory before being recorded onto the CF card, allowing the next images to be taken immediately as long as sufficient space is available in the internal memory (p. 27) and using the optical viewfinder can help conserve power while shooting. z The viewfinder has a field of vision of - Canon PowerShot S60 | PowerShot S60 Camera User Guide - Page 35
and is more noticeable the closer the subject is to the lens. In some cases, portions of images shot up close shoot an image, please use the LCD monitor (See Selecting an AF Frame p. 76). Reviewing an Image Right after Shooting Shooting Mode Dial After a photo is taken, the image displays for - Canon PowerShot S60 | PowerShot S60 Camera User Guide - Page 36
the power on (p. 21), and press the MENU button. The [ (Rec.)] menu appears. bSelect [Review] using instructions, you can save images shot in the JPEG format in the RAW format (p. 159) right after shooting. You can easily process images saved in the RAW format using a computer to edit the resolution - Canon PowerShot S60 | PowerShot S60 Camera User Guide - Page 37
you press the shutter button halfway, the camera returns to the shooting screen. The above operations cannot be performed if the image was shot with the digital zoom or when RAW is already selected as the recording format. You can change the resolution, and compression (still images). To record the - Canon PowerShot S60 | PowerShot S60 Camera User Guide - Page 38
120 pixels b c a Number of shots remaining* (Only displayed when the resolution or compression is selected.) * In the case of a movie clip, the arrow on the omni selector. * The current setting is displayed. cSelect the resolution you wish to set using the W or X arrow on the omni selector, then - Canon PowerShot S60 | PowerShot S60 Camera User Guide - Page 39
settings by pressing the shutter button. This screen will appear again, once the image is shot. z See Image File Sizes (Estimated) (p. 157). z Types of CF cards and number of shots remaining (p. 156). 2. Shooting-The Basics 37 - Canon PowerShot S60 | PowerShot S60 Camera User Guide - Page 40
Using the Flash Shooting Mode Dial a Use the flash according to the guidelines below. Auto with redeye reduction The flash fires automatically as required by the lighting level, and the red-eye reduction lamp fires each time the main flash fires. Auto The flash fires automatically as required - Canon PowerShot S60 | PowerShot S60 Camera User Guide - Page 41
at the lamp. Even better results can be obtained by shooting with the lens set to a wide angle, increasing the lighting in indoor settings or approaching closer to the subject. Setting the Slow Synchro Shooting Mode Dial aTurn the camera on in Shooting mode (p. 21) and press the MENU button. The [ - Canon PowerShot S60 | PowerShot S60 Camera User Guide - Page 42
that the main flash can be set to the optimal intensity for the shot. Š The fastest shutter speed for flash synchronization is 1/250 second. The camera automatically resets the shutter speed to 1/250 second if a faster speed is selected. Š Shots cannot be taken while the flash is charging. - Canon PowerShot S60 | PowerShot S60 Camera User Guide - Page 43
to charge in some cases. Actual times will vary according to usage and the battery charge. Š The flash exposure and the flash output can be changed (p. 92). Š When shooting with [Slow Synchro] set to [On], camera shake may become a factor. We recommend the use of a tripod. Š The flash setting is - Canon PowerShot S60 | PowerShot S60 Camera User Guide - Page 44
-The Basics Displaying Images Individually You may not be able to play back images that a have been shot with another camera or edited b on a computer with other software applications. aPress the button. The last recorded image appears on the LCD monitor. bMove between images using the W or - Canon PowerShot S60 | PowerShot S60 Camera User Guide - Page 45
Magnifying Images b a Magnified approximately 5 times Magnified approximately 10 times Each time this is pressed, the magnification will change as follows: approx. 2.5x J approx. 5x J approx. 10x. z You can move around the magnified image using the W, X, S or T arrow on the omni selector. z Movie - Canon PowerShot S60 | PowerShot S60 Camera User Guide - Page 46
Viewing Images in Sets of Nine (Index Playback) b a b a Movie Frame aPress the button. bPress the button. z Nine images appear at once (index playback). z You can switch to index playback by pressing the button. 44 3. Playback-The Basics Pressing the S arrow in this row displays the previous set - Canon PowerShot S60 | PowerShot S60 Camera User Guide - Page 47
Jumping Between Images ac z Index Playback: The previous or next 9 images are displayed. b cPress the JUMP button. The jump bar disappears and the camera reverts to single image playback or index playback. Jump Bar aPress the JUMP button while in single image playback (p. 42) or index playback - Canon PowerShot S60 | PowerShot S60 Camera User Guide - Page 48
4. Erasing Erasing Images Individually Please note that erased images cannot be recovered. Exercise caution before erasing a file. a b b c cSelect [Erase] using the W or X arrow on the omni selector and press the SET button. z To cancel instead of erasing, select [Cancel]. z Protected images - Canon PowerShot S60 | PowerShot S60 Camera User Guide - Page 49
Exercise caution before erasing a file. a b c a aPress the button to set the camera to Playback mode, then press the MENU button. The [ (Play)] menu appears. erases all the image data recorded on the CF card. You should format the CF card when you want to erase not only image data but also - Canon PowerShot S60 | PowerShot S60 Camera User Guide - Page 50
sharp and the background to blur. Fast Shutter Use this mode to capture human subjects against the backdrop of an evening sky or night scene. The subject is illuminated with light from the flash while the backdrop is captured at a slow shutter speed. Use this mode to shoot fast moving objects - Canon PowerShot S60 | PowerShot S60 Camera User Guide - Page 51
subject fills the entire LCD monitor or viewfinder. You can enhance the blurring effect of the background even more by setting the lens to its telephoto end setting. The camera shake warning icon may appear on the LCD monitor since slower shutter speeds are frequently used in this mode. If this - Canon PowerShot S60 | PowerShot S60 Camera User Guide - Page 52
brightness in each image consistent. The final image will appear unnatural if the difference in brightness is too great. Š For good results, pan (swivel) the camera to take successive shots. - Canon PowerShot S60 | PowerShot S60 Camera User Guide - Page 53
Š To shoot close-ups, slide the camera over the subject, keeping it parallel as you move. Shooting Images can be shot in the following 5 sequences in Stitch Assist mode. Horizontally, left to - Canon PowerShot S60 | PowerShot S60 Camera User Guide - Page 54
it overlaps the first. z Minor discrepancies in the overlap can be corrected with the software. z An image can be retaken. Press the W, X, S or T arrow composed with the optical viewfinder to be off-center (p. 32). Š When the lens is zoomed out to the wide angle end, the recordable area is 64 x - Canon PowerShot S60 | PowerShot S60 Camera User Guide - Page 55
Using the Self-timer b Shooting Mode Dial a b c aPress the DISPLAY button to turn the c LCD monitor on. a bPress the button. z The icon appears on the LCD monitor. z Press the button again to cancel the macro mode. aPress the FUNC. button. bSelect * (Drive mode) using the S or T arrow on - Canon PowerShot S60 | PowerShot S60 Camera User Guide - Page 56
Sound] in the [ (My Camera)] menu (p. 70). Digital Zoom Shooting Mode Dial With the combined optical and digital zoom functions, images can be zoomed as follows: 4.6x, 5.8x, 7.3x, 9.1x, 11x and 15x. Š Images become coarser the more they are digitally zoomed. Š The lens will zoom to the maximum - Canon PowerShot S60 | PowerShot S60 Camera User Guide - Page 57
the image. d b aTurn the shooting mode dial to any Shooting mode except for or . bPress the MENU button to display the [ (Rec.)] menu. cSelect [Digital Zoom] using the S or T arrow, select [On] using the W or X arrow on the omni selector and press the MENU button. 5. Useful Shooting Functions 55 - Canon PowerShot S60 | PowerShot S60 Camera User Guide - Page 58
a short shutter interval. You Continuous Shooting cannot check images while shooting continuously. Š The interval between shots may lengthen somewhat when the internal memory becomes full. Š The flash can be used, but the interval between shots will lengthen to accommodate the flash recharge time - Canon PowerShot S60 | PowerShot S60 Camera User Guide - Page 59
be fixed at 2592 x 1944. Š See RAW Format (p. 159). Š It is possible to select the resolution of the JPEG image contained in the RAW image. This is useful when displaying enlarged RAWformat images with the camera, or when checking either the focus or for camera shake (p. 67). Š Images shot in the - Canon PowerShot S60 | PowerShot S60 Camera User Guide - Page 60
or T arrow on the omni selector. * The current setting is displayed. cSelect RAW using the W or X arrow on the omni selector. z You can shoot image right after selecting settings by pressing the shutter button. The resolution screen will appear again, once the image is shot. dPress card becomes full. - Canon PowerShot S60 | PowerShot S60 Camera User Guide - Page 61
card. You cannot shoot again until it stops blinking. Š See page 170 for settings that can be changed in this mode. Š See page 35 for resolution information on the supplied Digital Camera Solution Disk. On the Macintosh platform, QuickTime 3.0 or later is generally bundled with Mac OS 8.5 or later - Canon PowerShot S60 | PowerShot S60 Camera User Guide - Page 62
pack runs out of charge partway through, edited movie clips cannot be saved. When editing movies, use a fully charged battery pack or the AC Adapter Kit ACK700 (sold separately). a b This mark appears on movie files aPress the button. bSelect a movie using the W or X arrow on - Canon PowerShot S60 | PowerShot S60 Camera User Guide - Page 63
a Movie Playback Panel aSelect a button from the movie playback panel using the W or X arrow on the omni selector, then press the SET button. Movie Playback Panel (Exit): Returns to the screen in Step (Play): Plays back the movie images and sounds (First Frame): Shows the first frame ( - Canon PowerShot S60 | PowerShot S60 Camera User Guide - Page 64
of 1 second or more can be edited in 1-frame units. 62 5. Useful Shooting Functions bSelect the range you wish When is selected, the edited movie is not saved and the camera reverts to the screen in Step . eSelect [Overwrite] or [New the CF card, only the overwrite function is available. If this happens, - Canon PowerShot S60 | PowerShot S60 Camera User Guide - Page 65
Press the FUNC. button. Shoot the image. Flash Output p. 92 White Balance ( ) p. 81 Resolution (L) p. 35 Drive mode ( ) p. 53 Compression ( ) p. 35 ISO Speed ( ) p. 84 Resolution for Movie ( ) p. 35 Photo Effect ( ) p. 85 ( ) items in parentheses show default settings. Shoot - Canon PowerShot S60 | PowerShot S60 Camera User Guide - Page 66
a selection.) Press the MENU button. Rec. Menu Play Menu Set up Menu My Camera Menu In Shooting mode, the menu can be closed by pressing the shutter button halfway. (If, in the Playback mode, you press the shutter button halfway while the lens cover is open, the menu will close and the - Canon PowerShot S60 | PowerShot S60 Camera User Guide - Page 67
Rec. Menu Play Menu Set up Menu My Camera Menu (p. 113) 6. Shooting-Advanced Functions 65 - Canon PowerShot S60 | PowerShot S60 Camera User Guide - Page 68
the My Camera menu. For details, see Registering the My Camera Settings (p. 114) or the Software Starter Guide. Š Camera settings can be reset to the */Off Sets the duration before the self-timer releases the shutter once the remote control shutter button is pressed. 0 sec./2 sec.*/10 sec. p. 143 - Canon PowerShot S60 | PowerShot S60 Camera User Guide - Page 69
Page It is possible to select the resolution of the JPEG image contained in the RAW image. This is useful when displaying enlarged RAW-format images with the camera, or when checking either the focus or for p. 57 camera shake. Setting the camera to L enables the focus to be checked - Canon PowerShot S60 | PowerShot S60 Camera User Guide - Page 70
a CF card (excluding protected images). p. 47 Plays images in an automated slide show. p. 104 Sets the images that will be printed on a direct print compatible printer or at a photo lab service, the number of copies and other parameters. p. 128 Specifies images before downloading to a computer - Canon PowerShot S60 | PowerShot S60 Camera User Guide - Page 71
period of time elapses without camera operation. Auto Power Down On*/Off Display Off 10 sec./20 sec./30sec./1 min.*/2 min./3 min. p. 109 Date/Time Sets the date, time and date format. p. 24 Format Formats (initializes) a CF card. p. 19 File No. Reset Sets how file numbers are assigned - Canon PowerShot S60 | PowerShot S60 Camera User Guide - Page 72
options for each item with images from the CF card and newly recorded sounds or by using the supplied software. See the Software Starter Guide for details. Menu Item Setting content Reference Page Theme Selects a common theme for each my Camera settings item. p. 113 Start-up Image Sets the - Canon PowerShot S60 | PowerShot S60 Camera User Guide - Page 73
menu and button operation settings to default. 1 3 3 2 1 Open the lens cover or press the button to power up the camera. 2 Press the MENU button for longer than 5 seconds. The message "Reset settings to default?" appears on the LCD monitor. 3 Select [OK] using the W or X arrow on the omni selector - Canon PowerShot S60 | PowerShot S60 Camera User Guide - Page 74
sets the shutter speed and aperture value. The user selects a shutter speed using the W or X arrow. The user selects an aperture value using the W or X arrow. 1 Check that the camera is in Shooting mode. The power/mode indicator lights orange. The user selects the shutter speed using the W or - Canon PowerShot S60 | PowerShot S60 Camera User Guide - Page 75
camera automatically set the shutter speed and aperture value to match the brightness of the scene. z If a correct exposure cannot be obtained, use the following methods to solve the problem · File Format Settings · Light Metering Mode · Manual Focus · Intervalometer · AF Frame · AE Lock - Canon PowerShot S60 | PowerShot S60 Camera User Guide - Page 76
z The nature of CCD image sensors is such that noise in the recorded image increases at slow shutter speeds. This camera, however, applies special fastest shutter speed for flash synchronization is 1/250 second. The camera automatically resets the shutter speed to 1/250 second if a faster speed is - Canon PowerShot S60 | PowerShot S60 Camera User Guide - Page 77
. Aperture Setting Display The larger the aperture value, the smaller the lens aperture. f/2.8 f/3.2 f/3.5 f/4.0 f/4.5 f/5.0 f/5.3 f/5.6 f/6.3 f/7.1 exposure with a shutter speed and aperture value that have been set manually. In such a case, the settings will automatically be adjusted so - Canon PowerShot S60 | PowerShot S60 Camera User Guide - Page 78
Auto Selection (AiAF) or to center-point. When Auto Selection (AiAF) is selected, the camera automatically selects an AF frame from 9 points to focus according to the shooting conditions. With the digital zoom, the center-point AF-frame is always selected. 76 6. Shooting-Advanced Functions 2 1, 3 - Canon PowerShot S60 | PowerShot S60 Camera User Guide - Page 79
pressing the button. Shooting Mode Dial You can move the AF frame manually to the desired position. This is convenient for focusing accurately on your is shot using the viewfinder with the LCD monitor off or when using the digital zoom, even if you previously set the AF frame to the position you - Canon PowerShot S60 | PowerShot S60 Camera User Guide - Page 80
shooting. Š The AF frame is locked to center-point when using the digital zoom. Š When the Spot AE Point is selected as the light metering mode mode. Evaluative Light Metering The camera divides images into several zones for light metering. The camera evaluates the complex lighting conditions, - Canon PowerShot S60 | PowerShot S60 Camera User Guide - Page 81
3 1 2, 3 1 Press the button to select a metering mode. z Each press of the button changes the metering mode as follows. (Evaluative) (Center-Weighted Averaging) (Spot AE Point) z The icon of the currently selected light metering mode appears on the LCD monitor. If you have selected (Spot AE - Canon PowerShot S60 | PowerShot S60 Camera User Guide - Page 82
Adjusting the Exposure Shooting Mode Dial When, due to the shooting conditions, the image displayed appears lighter or darker than the actual photographic subject, adjust the exposure compensation setting. 1, 3 2 z The settings can be adjusted in 1/3-stops in the range of -2 stops to +2 stops. z - Canon PowerShot S60 | PowerShot S60 Camera User Guide - Page 83
reproduces colors more accurately. Combinations of setting contents and light source are as follows. Auto Settings are automatically set by the camera Daylight For recording outdoors on a bright day Cloudy For recording under overcast, shady or twilight skies Tungsten For recording under - Canon PowerShot S60 | PowerShot S60 Camera User Guide - Page 84
the W or X arrow. * The current setting is displayed. 3 Aim the camera at a white paper or cloth, or gray card and press the SET button. The white balance data is recorded. z Aim the camera so that the white paper or cloth, or gray card, completely fills the center of the frame. z You can shoot the - Canon PowerShot S60 | PowerShot S60 Camera User Guide - Page 85
image is completely black or white). - The zoom is positioned to the telephoto end setting. Set the digital zoom to [Off]. - A mode other than is selected. In mode, white balance data cannot not be canceled even if you reset camera settings to default (p. 71). 6. Shooting-Advanced Functions 83 - Canon PowerShot S60 | PowerShot S60 Camera User Guide - Page 86
Dial By raising the ISO speed, you can shoot bright images even in poor lighting conditions. This function is convenient when you want to prevent camera shake, shoot without the flash or shoot with a faster shutter speed in dark conditions. You can choose from the following speeds: Auto, 50, 100 - Canon PowerShot S60 | PowerShot S60 Camera User Guide - Page 87
Changing the Photo Effect Shooting Mode Dial You can shoot with different saturation and contrast color effects. Photo Effect Off Vivid Neutral Low Sharpening Sepia Records with no effect. Emphasizes the contrast and color saturation to record in bold color. Tones down the contrast and color - Canon PowerShot S60 | PowerShot S60 Camera User Guide - Page 88
when (Sepia) or (B/W) mode is selected. 86 6. Shooting-Advanced Functions Auto Exposure Bracketing (AEB Mode) Shooting Mode Dial In this mode, the camera automatically changes the exposure within a set range to take three shots after you press the shutter button once. You can adjust AEB settings in - Canon PowerShot S60 | PowerShot S60 Camera User Guide - Page 89
mode. Focus Bracketing (Focus-BKT Mode) Shooting Mode Dial You can shoot three images while the focus changes automatically when shooting with the manual focus. Three ranges -small, medium or large- can be selected. Images are shot with the focus position changing in the following order; current - Canon PowerShot S60 | PowerShot S60 Camera User Guide - Page 90
button. The menu displays again after the shot, allowing you to change the settings easily. 4 Press the FUNC. button and shoot the image with the manual focus (p. 98). z Select (BKT-Off) in Step 2 to cancel the Focus-BKT mode. The Focus-BKT mode is not available when shooting with the flash - Canon PowerShot S60 | PowerShot S60 Camera User Guide - Page 91
appears on the LCD monitor. AE lock z Using any button other than the omni selector cancels the AE lock. 3 Recompose the image and shoot. 2 The camera focuses on the subject in the AF frame. 1 Focus the AF frame or the spot metering frame on the subject on which you wish to - Canon PowerShot S60 | PowerShot S60 Camera User Guide - Page 92
3. Press the button. The exposure setting will lock and the icon will appear in the LCD monitor. 4. Press the W or X arrow until the desired shutter speed or aperture value is reached. 5. Recompose the image and shoot. The setting will cancel after the shot is taken. Locking the Flash Exposure - Canon PowerShot S60 | PowerShot S60 Camera User Guide - Page 93
selector cancels the FE lock. 4 Recompose the image and shoot. The FE lock function is not available when [Flash Adjust] is set to [Manual]. Switching between Flash Adjustment Settings Shooting Mode Dial The flash fires with automatic flash adjustments (except in the M mode), but it is possible to - Canon PowerShot S60 | PowerShot S60 Camera User Guide - Page 94
+2 stops. zYou can enjoy flash photography with exposure adjustments with the combined use of the camera's exposure compensation function. zIn M mode or when [Flash Adjust] is set to [Manual], the flash output can be controlled in three steps, starting from FULL, when shooting. 1, 4 2, 3 2 Select - Canon PowerShot S60 | PowerShot S60 Camera User Guide - Page 95
Switching the Timing at which the Flash Fires Shooting Mode Dial The flash fires right after the shutter opens, 1st-curtain regardless of the shutter speed. Usually, the 1st- curtain is used when shooting. 2nd-curtain The flash fires right before the shutter closes, regardless of the shutter - Canon PowerShot S60 | PowerShot S60 Camera User Guide - Page 96
from 1 to 60 minutes and 2 to 100 images can be shot. Since the camera may shoot continuously for an extended period of time, the use of the AC number of shots changes in units of 5 shots at a time. z The maximum number of shots* is determined according to the CF card's remaining capacity. 94 6. - Canon PowerShot S60 | PowerShot S60 Camera User Guide - Page 97
shutter button halfway while the camera is waiting to shoot the next image - Opening the CF card slot / battery cover - Switching to Playback mode - Turning off the power zOnce the interval shooting session is started, all operation buttons become inactive. zThe lens stays extended until the next - Canon PowerShot S60 | PowerShot S60 Camera User Guide - Page 98
Shooting Problem Subjects for the Autofocus The autofocus may not work well on the stripes To shoot these subjects, first aim the camera at an object at a similar distance, lock the focus and recompose the image with the desired subject, or use manual focus or AF lock. Shooting with Focus Lock - Canon PowerShot S60 | PowerShot S60 Camera User Guide - Page 99
LCD monitor. z The focus will stay locked even if you release the shutter button and MF button. z Pressing the MF button a second time cancels the manual focus mode. 3 Recompose the image and press the shutter button all the way to shoot the image. AF lock is convenient because you can let - Canon PowerShot S60 | PowerShot S60 Camera User Guide - Page 100
the [ (Rec.)] menu's [MF-Point Zoom] is set to [On], if a particular AF frame has been manually selected (p. 76), the portion of the image in that frame will appear magnified.*1 * Except in the , when the digital zoom is activated or a TV is used as the display. *1Can also be set so that - Canon PowerShot S60 | PowerShot S60 Camera User Guide - Page 101
mode, then change the AF frame setting. You can change the MF indicator displayed distance units (p. 69). 1 Focus the camera with the manual focus. 2 Press the SET button. z The camera focuses automatically to a more accurate focusing point near the current focusing point. 6. Shooting-Advanced - Canon PowerShot S60 | PowerShot S60 Camera User Guide - Page 102
dial to . Settings that are usually forgotten when the shooting mode is changed or when the power is turned off (such as Continuous Shooting and Self-timer mode) are also remembered. 100 that can be set in , , modes (p. 170) z Shooting menu settings z Zoom location z Manual focus location mode and - Canon PowerShot S60 | PowerShot S60 Camera User Guide - Page 103
(p. 64). 4 Select [OK] and press the SET button. 5 Press the MENU button. Š The setting contents do not influence other shooting modes. Š Saved settings can be reset (p. 71). 6. Shooting-Advanced Functions 101 - Canon PowerShot S60 | PowerShot S60 Camera User Guide - Page 104
Selecting Menus and Settings (p. 64). 1, 2 1, 3 zMovies cannot be rotated. zWhen images are downloaded to a computer, the orientation of images rotated by the camera will depend upon the software used to download the images. Š Images can be magnified when rotated (p. 43). Š Images taken vertically - Canon PowerShot S60 | PowerShot S60 Camera User Guide - Page 105
image playback, index playback, magnified playback and the review immediately after shooting in Shooting mode) you can attach and the elapsed time Sound Memo Panel is displayed. Speak towards the microphone of the camera. z To stop recording, press the SET button. To restart recording, press the - Canon PowerShot S60 | PowerShot S60 Camera User Guide - Page 106
" message will display. Incompatible sound files can be deleted with this camera. zSound memos for protected images cannot be erased (p. 108). The one in an automated slide show. All Images Plays all the images on the CF card in order Slide Show 1 - 3 Plays the images selected for each show in - Canon PowerShot S60 | PowerShot S60 Camera User Guide - Page 107
pause the show. Press it again to resume. Fast Forward/Rewinding a Slide Show z User the W or X arrow to move to the previous or next image. Stopping a in the slide show settings. Š The power saving function is disabled while a slide show plays on the camera (p. 109). Selecting Images for Slide Shows - Canon PowerShot S60 | PowerShot S60 Camera User Guide - Page 108
1 Display the slide show menu (p. 104). 2 Select [Program] using the S or T arrow and select [Show 1], [Show 2] or [Show 3] using the W or X arrow. z A checkmark (3) will appear beside a show already containing images. 3 Choose [Select] using the S, T, W or X arrow and press the SET button. 4 Mark - Canon PowerShot S60 | PowerShot S60 Camera User Guide - Page 109
show is displayed. The options are any one of 3-10 seconds, 15 seconds, 30 seconds and Manual. Sets whether the slide show stops when all the slides have been displayed or continues to display a computer with the supplied software (ZoomBrowser EX or ImageBrowser). 7. Playback-Advanced Functions 107 - Canon PowerShot S60 | PowerShot S60 Camera User Guide - Page 110
between single image playback and index playback with the zoom button. 3 Press the MENU button. The protect window closes. Please note that formatting (initializing) a CF card erases all data, including protected images (p. 19) and other file types. Please check the contents of a CF - Canon PowerShot S60 | PowerShot S60 Camera User Guide - Page 111
period of time elapses and no camera control is accessed. The following time settings can be selected: 10 sec./20 sec./ 30 sec./1 min.*2/2 min./3 min. *2 Default setting When the Auto Power Down Function Activates Turn the power on again. Shooting mode: Close the lens cover, then open it again - Canon PowerShot S60 | PowerShot S60 Camera User Guide - Page 112
up)] menu and press the SET button. z See Selecting Menus and Settings (p. 64). 2 Select [Auto Power Down] using the S or T arrow and select [On] or [Off] using the W or X arrow. 110 8. Camera Settings 1, 2, 3 1 1, 4 3 Select [Display Off] using the S or T arrow and select a time using the W or - Canon PowerShot S60 | PowerShot S60 Camera User Guide - Page 113
the correct camera orientation icon (e.g. ) is displayed 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. 8. Camera Settings 111 - Canon PowerShot S60 | PowerShot S60 Camera User Guide - Page 114
the next available number. The file number of the last image to be shot is memorized Off so that images recorded to a new CF card start from the next number. 1, 2 1 In the [ (Set up)] menu, select [File No. Reset]. z See Selecting Menus and Settings (p. 64). 1, 2 112 8. Camera Settings - Canon PowerShot S60 | PowerShot S60 Camera User Guide - Page 115
and press the MENU button. Š Setting the [File No. Reset] to [Off] is useful for avoiding file name duplication when images are downloaded to a computer. Š See Managing Image Files (p. 160). Customizing the Camera (My Camera Settings) My Camera allows you to customize the startup image and sound - Canon PowerShot S60 | PowerShot S60 Camera User Guide - Page 116
Settings This function registers new contents to the and options. Images recorded onto the CF card and newly recorded sounds can be added to the camera. You can also use the supplied software to upload your computer's images and sounds to the camera. The following menu items can be saved to the - Canon PowerShot S60 | PowerShot S60 Camera User Guide - Page 117
2, 3, 5 5 2 4 1 Press the button to switch to the Playback mode (p. 22). 2 Press the MENU button and press the X arrow twice. The [ (My Camera)] menu appears. 3 Select the menu item you wish to register using the S or T arrow and select or using the W or X arrow. appears. 4 Press the DISPLAY - Canon PowerShot S60 | PowerShot S60 Camera User Guide - Page 118
to bring out the natural smiles of your subjects, or so they can strike a pose fitting the music. In these ways, you can customize your camera by creating and adding new My Camera settings. See the supplied Software Starter Guide for more information on creating and adding My - Canon PowerShot S60 | PowerShot S60 Camera User Guide - Page 119
Windows Windows Windows Mac Mac 98 Me 2000 XP OS 9 OS X z With this method, you download images using computer commands after you have installed the appropriate software. See Connecting the Camera to a Computer (p. 117) on the right and the separate Software Starter Guide. Windows Windows - Canon PowerShot S60 | PowerShot S60 Camera User Guide - Page 120
on the supplied Canon Digital Camera Solution Disk onto your computer before connecting the camera to a computer. The camera will not operate correctly if you connect it to your computer before installing the driver and software. If this happens, please refer to the Troubleshooting section of the - Canon PowerShot S60 | PowerShot S60 Camera User Guide - Page 121
Install the driver and the software applications bundled on the Canon Digital Camera Solution Disk. z Please see the Software Starter Guide for the from the camera's DIGITAL terminal. Windows J Proceed to steps 3 and 4 below. Macintosh J Refer to the Software Starter Guide and download images. - Canon PowerShot S60 | PowerShot S60 Camera User Guide - Page 122
[CameraWindow- Set Auto-Launch] window (first time only). If the events dialog fails to appear, click the [Start] menu, followed by [Programs] or [All Programs], [Canon Utilities], [CameraWindow] and [CameraWindow Set Auto-Launch]. 120 9. Additional Features - Canon PowerShot S60 | PowerShot S60 Camera User Guide - Page 123
the software and computer to download images: JSee the Software Starter Guide. z Using the Camera to Download Images (Direct Transfer Function): JSee Downloading Images by Direct Transfer (p. 121). Downloading Images by Direct Transfer Use this method to download images using camera operations - Canon PowerShot S60 | PowerShot S60 Camera User Guide - Page 124
the Direct Transfer menu is displayed on the camera's LCD monitor. z The button will light or and press the button. z To cancel the transfer, press the SET button. z The images will download and the Direct Transfer menu will reappear. Select & Transfer/Wallpaper 2 Use S or T to select or - Canon PowerShot S60 | PowerShot S60 Camera User Guide - Page 125
the Canon Digital Camera Solution Disk. This is useful for downloading images to a computer in which the software is not installed. However, please note that there are certain limitations to downloading images with this method. For more details, please refer to the For Windows® XP and Mac OS X Users - Canon PowerShot S60 | PowerShot S60 Camera User Guide - Page 126
card into a folder of your choice on the hard disk. z The images are stored in the [xxx CANON] folders located in the [DCIM] folder (where xxx is a three-digit back them. 1 Turn off the camera (p. 21) and the TV. 2 Attach the AV cable to the A/V OUT terminal on the camera. 3 Plug the other ends - Canon PowerShot S60 | PowerShot S60 Camera User Guide - Page 127
Power the camera into Shooting mode or Playback mode (p. 21). z The image will appear on the TV. Shoot or play back images as usual. Š No image will appear on the LCD monitor when the camera refer to the TV's manual for details. Š A TV set cannot be used in the (Stitch Assist) mode. 9. - Canon PowerShot S60 | PowerShot S60 Camera User Guide - Page 128
therefore, you can connect the camera to non- Canon PictBridge compliant printers and print images. *2 Digital Print Order Format This manual explains the DPOF print settings. For information on how to print images, refer to the Direct Print User Guide supplied with the camera. Also, refer to your - Canon PowerShot S60 | PowerShot S60 Camera User Guide - Page 129
(DPOF Transfer Order) (p. 133) Direct Print Compatible Printing - For details, see the Direct Print user Guide. - Also, refer to your printer's manual. „Printers that Can Be Used with this Camera Canon Direct Print Compatible CP Printers - See the System Map Direct Print Compatible Bubble Jet - Canon PowerShot S60 | PowerShot S60 Camera User Guide - Page 130
Direct Print User Guide for instructions on how to select print settings from the printer. zThe mark may appear on images that have had print marks set by another DPOF compliant camera. These settings will be overwritten by any print marks set by your camera. zThe output of some digital printers or - Canon PowerShot S60 | PowerShot S60 Camera User Guide - Page 131
single image playback and index playback. All the Images on the CF Card z Press the zoom button's to switch to index playback (3 images). z [Index] is selected, the print settings can be deleted. For the instructions on changing settings, please reread Step 3 from the beginning. z You can - Canon PowerShot S60 | PowerShot S60 Camera User Guide - Page 132
newest by the shooting date. Š A maximum of 998 images can be marked per CF card. Š When [Print Type] is set to [Both], the number of copies can ). Š Print settings can also be assigned to images with the supplied software programs (ZoomBrowser EX or ImageBrowser) on a computer. Setting the Print - Canon PowerShot S60 | PowerShot S60 Camera User Guide - Page 133
1 In the [ (Play)] menu, select [Print Order] and press the SET button. z See Selecting Menus and Settings (p. 64). 2 Select [Set up] using the W or X arrow and press the SET button. 1, 2, 3 1, 2 1, 4 3 Select [Print Type], [Date] or [File No.] using the S or T arrow and select settings using the - Canon PowerShot S60 | PowerShot S60 Camera User Guide - Page 134
prints as the date and time in the format specified in the Set Date/Time menu (p. 24). Resetting the Print Settings The print settings can all be removed at once. The print type is reset to [Standard] and the date and file number options are set to [Off]. 1 In the [ (Play)] menu - Canon PowerShot S60 | PowerShot S60 Camera User Guide - Page 135
for images before downloading to a computer. Refer to the Software Starter Guide for instructions on how to transfer images to your computer. You cannot use this function to transfer several images at once on Mac OS X computers. The settings used on the camera comply with the Digital Print Order - Canon PowerShot S60 | PowerShot S60 Camera User Guide - Page 136
press the SET button. z To cancel the image transfer settings, select [Reset] instead. 3 Select images for transferring. Single Images z Select an images between single image playback to index playback. All the Images on a CF Card z Press the zoom button's to switch to index playback (3 images). z - Canon PowerShot S60 | PowerShot S60 Camera User Guide - Page 137
menu will reappear. Š Images are transferred in order from oldest to newest by the shooting date. Š A maximum of 998 images can be marked per CF card. 9. Additional Features 135 - Canon PowerShot S60 | PowerShot S60 Camera User Guide - Page 138
Print User Guide. Busy... No memory card Cannot record! Memory card error! Memory card full Naming error! Change the battery pack. No image Image too large Incompatible JPEG format Corrupted data RAW Cannot magnify! Image is being recorded to, or read from, CF card. Resetting all the camera and - Canon PowerShot S60 | PowerShot S60 Camera User Guide - Page 139
attempted to rotate a movie or an image that was photographed with another camera, recorded in a different format, or edited on a computer. You another camera or shot in the RAW format as a start-up image. You attempted to change to the RAW format an image that was shot with the digital zoom or - Canon PowerShot S60 | PowerShot S60 Camera User Guide - Page 140
Troubleshooting Problem Camera will not operate Camera will not record Cause Power is not turned on. CF card slot / battery cover opened. Insufficient battery voltage. Poor contact between camera and battery terminals. Camera is in Playback or computer/printer connection mode. Flash is charging ( - Canon PowerShot S60 | PowerShot S60 Camera User Guide - Page 141
Software User Guide (PDF). File name was changed with a computer or file Set the file name or location to the file format/structure of the location was changed. camera. See About File and Folder Numbers (p. 160) Lens will not retract CF card slot / battery cover opened with camera - Canon PowerShot S60 | PowerShot S60 Camera User Guide - Page 142
between the camera lens and subject . zUse the (Macro) mode to shoot close-ups between 4 and 44 cm (1.6 in. and 1.4 ft.) at maximum wide angle and 30 and 44 cm (1.0 ft. and 1.4 ft.) at maximum telephoto. Use the focus lock or the manual focus to shoot the image. See Shooting Problem - Canon PowerShot S60 | PowerShot S60 Camera User Guide - Page 143
Problem monitor/in the viewfinder This is a normal occurrence in devices containing CCDs and does not constitute a malfunction. (This red bar of light aperture-priority AE mode. This is a phenomenon that occurs with digital cameras and does not constitute a malfunction. Flash will not fire Flash - Canon PowerShot S60 | PowerShot S60 Camera User Guide - Page 144
Problem CF card image reading is slow Recording images on the CF card takes too long Cause Solution Currently used CF card has been formatted in a Use a CF card formatted with this camera. different device. See Formatting a CF Card (p. 19). 142 Appendix - Canon PowerShot S60 | PowerShot S60 Camera User Guide - Page 145
terminal (-) fac- ing up. Then replace the battery holder into the wireless controller. If you ever dispose of your camera, first remove the date battery for recycling according to the recycling of up to 5 m (16.4 ft.) from the front remote sensor. Remote Sensor Transmitter Appendix 143 - Canon PowerShot S60 | PowerShot S60 Camera User Guide - Page 146
or X arrows, select (remote control). Press the FUNC. button, then shoot the image. * The current setting is displayed. zPress the shutter button. The camera will shoot the image after circumstances. - When strong light strikes the camera. - When the battery is weak. The movie editing and printing - Canon PowerShot S60 | PowerShot S60 Camera User Guide - Page 147
corners have been cut off. Filters cannot be attached to the tele-converter lens. Attaching a Lens 1 Open the lens cover to power up the camera. 2 Align the conversion lens adapter with the front of the camera, then attach the conversion lens adapter to the tripod screw hole. a b c Appendix 145 - Canon PowerShot S60 | PowerShot S60 Camera User Guide - Page 148
it is possible to select this mode on the camera, the PhotoStitch software will not be able to stitch the images together at the computer. zCompletely remove all dust and dirt from conversion lenses with a lens blower brush before use. The camera may focus on any dirt that remains. zBe careful - Canon PowerShot S60 | PowerShot S60 Camera User Guide - Page 149
a short time such as between shooting sessions, leave the conversion lens attached and lightly press the lens cover. If you will not be using the camera for a long time, remove the conversion lens and close the lens cover. Using the Power Kits (Sold Separately) AC Adapter Kit You are advised to - Canon PowerShot S60 | PowerShot S60 Camera User Guide - Page 150
cover. DC Coupler DR-700 3 Open the CF card slot/battery cover, then insert the DC Coupler until it is locked. Battery lock DC Coupler Cable Cover z Always disconnect the power cord from the power supply after use. zAlways turn the camera's power off before connecting or disconnecting the compact - Canon PowerShot S60 | PowerShot S60 Camera User Guide - Page 151
lighter socket and the battery charger. To the cigarette lighter socket 2 Insert the battery pack all the way into the battery charger as shown. z Align the arrow on the battery pack and the arrow on the battery charger to correctly insert the battery pack in the charger. z The charge indicator - Canon PowerShot S60 | PowerShot S60 Camera User Guide - Page 152
with a soft cloth. zNever use synthetic cleansers on the camera body or lens. If dirt remains, contact the nearest Canon Customer Support Help Desk as listed on the separate Canon Customer Support leaflet. : Use a lens blower brush to remove dust and dirt. If necessary, gently wipe the viewfinder - Canon PowerShot S60 | PowerShot S60 Camera User Guide - Page 153
Specifications All data is based on Canon's testing standard. Subject to change without notice. PowerShot S60 Camera Effective Pixels Image Sensor Lens Digital Zoom Optical Viewfinder LCD Monitor AF System Shooting Distance (from the front of the lens -priority mode or Manual mode. Slow shutter - Canon PowerShot S60 | PowerShot S60 Camera User Guide - Page 154
Program, Shutter-speed priority, Aperture priority, Manual, Custom Image zone: Portrait, Landscape, captured instantly/approx. 2-sec./approx. 10-sec. after shutter button is pressed. Available (USB connection only. Exclusive software program is included in the camera kit.) CompactFlash™ (CF) card - Canon PowerShot S60 | PowerShot S60 Camera User Guide - Page 155
/playback up to 60 sec.) or Slide show Direct Print Canon Direct Print and Bubble Jet Direct compatible, and PictBridge compliant Display Power Source 1. Rechargeable Lithium-ion battery (type: NB-2LH) (included in the camera kit) 2. AC Adapter Kit ACK 700 (sold separately) 3. Car Battery Charger - Canon PowerShot S60 | PowerShot S60 Camera User Guide - Page 156
Dimensions Weight 114.0 x 56.5 x 38.8 mm (4.5 x 2.2 x 1.5 in.) (excluding protrusions) Approx. 230 g (8.1 oz.) (camera body only) (W): Wide angle end (T): Telephoto *1 This digital camera supports Exif 2.2 (also called "Exif Print"). Exif Print is a standard for enhancing the communication - Canon PowerShot S60 | PowerShot S60 Camera User Guide - Page 157
Battery Performance (Battery Pack NB-2LH at full charge) PowerShot S60 Number of Images Shot LCD Monitor on LCD Monitor off Approx. 240 Approx. 550 Playback Time Approx. 3 hours 30 min. * The data above reflects standard Canon testing conditions. The actual figures will vary according to the - Canon PowerShot S60 | PowerShot S60 Camera User Guide - Page 158
card included with the camera x 480 pixels 196 393 788 1563 3122 337 676 1355 2720 5203 RAW 2592 x 1944 pixels 5 12 25 51 102 640 x 480 pixels , , indicate the resolution. z (Superfine), (Fine) and (Normal) indicate the relative compression ratio. zSome CF cards are not sold in - Canon PowerShot S60 | PowerShot S60 Camera User Guide - Page 159
Resolution Compression L 2592 x 1944 pixels M1 2048 x 1536 pixels M2 1600 x 1200 pixels S 640 x 480 pixels RAW Card Card slot type : Type I Dimensions : 36.4 x 42.8 x 3.3 mm (1.4 x 1.7 x 0.1 in.) Weight : Approx. 10 g (0.4 oz.) Battery Pack NB-2LH Type : Rechargeable lithium ion battery - Canon PowerShot S60 | PowerShot S60 Camera User Guide - Page 160
Power only) : Approx. 186 g (6.6 oz.) Car Battery Charger CBC-NB2 (sold separately) Rated Input Rated Output Operating lens) : 1.2 m - infinity (3.9 ft. - infinity) : 37 mm standard filter thread Thread diameter Conversion Lens Adapter LA-DC10 is required to attach this lens to the PowerShot S60 - Canon PowerShot S60 | PowerShot S60 Camera User Guide - Page 161
can be stored on a single CF card. However, the compression is irreversible, meaning that the original image data cannot be recovered after processing. In contrast, the RAW format records the image data as captured by the camera's CCD without further processing. RAW images are compressed, but the - Canon PowerShot S60 | PowerShot S60 Camera User Guide - Page 162
. * As measured by Canon's testing standard. ** The bundled software can be used to open or adjust the parameters of images recorded in the RAW file format. Please consult the Software Starter Guide for details. Tip for Using the Self-timer (p. 53) Normally, the camera shakes a little when you - Canon PowerShot S60 | PowerShot S60 Camera User Guide - Page 163
80) This camera automatically adjusts the exposure to shoot images with the optimal brightness. However, recorded images may sometimes be brighter or darker than the actual image depending on the shooting conditions. If this happens, adjust the exposure compensation manually (p. 80). Underexposure - Canon PowerShot S60 | PowerShot S60 Camera User Guide - Page 164
85 Battery Charge Battery 14 Handling 17 Status 18 C CF Card Formatting 19 Handling 18 Color Effect 85 Compression 35 Continuous Shooting 56 Contrast color 85 Creative Zone 72 D Date/Time 24, 69 Detailed Display 27 Digital Zoom 54, 67 DISPLAY 12, 27 Display Off 69, 109 Distance Units - Canon PowerShot S60 | PowerShot S60 Camera User Guide - Page 165
FE Lock 90 File No. Reset 69 File Numbers 112 Flash 10, 38, 66 Adjustment Settings 69 LCD Monitor 12, 27 Light Metering Modes 66, 78 M Magnifying Images 43 Manual Exposure 75 Manual Focus Mode 98 Menu 12, 64 My Camera Menu 70 Play Menu 67 Rec. Menu 66 Selecting Menus and Settings 63 Set - Canon PowerShot S60 | PowerShot S60 Camera User Guide - Page 166
Function 69, 109 Power/Mode Indicator 13 Print Order 128 Print/Share button 121 Printing 126 Protect 108 R RAW 57, 159 Red-Eye Reduction 10, 38, 39, 66 Remote Sensor 10 Resetting the File Numbers 112 Resetting the Settings to Default 71 Resolution 35 Review 67 Rotate 67 Rotating - Canon PowerShot S60 | PowerShot S60 Camera User Guide - Page 167
Pressing 31 Sound 31, 68, 113, 114 Speed 72 Volume 68 Slide Show 68, 104 Play Time 107 Repeat 107 Selecting Images 105 Starting 105 Slow Shutter 48 Slow Synchro 39, 66 Sound Memos 103 Speaker 12 Standard Display 27 Start-up Image 21, 70, 113, 114 Start-up Sound 21, 70, 113, 114 Start - Canon PowerShot S60 | PowerShot S60 Camera User Guide - Page 168
with the instructions, may off and on, the user is encouraged to try the ferrite core provided with the digital camera must be used with this equipment in manual. If such changes or modifications should be made, you could be required to stop operation of the equipment. Canon U.S.A. Inc. One Canon - Canon PowerShot S60 | PowerShot S60 Camera User Guide - Page 169
MEMO 167 - Canon PowerShot S60 | PowerShot S60 Camera User Guide - Page 170
MEMO 168 - Canon PowerShot S60 | PowerShot S60 Camera User Guide - Page 171
MEMO 169 - Canon PowerShot S60 | PowerShot S60 Camera User Guide - Page 172
shoot with the settings saved in the mode (p. 100). Large Resolution Medium 1 (Stills) Medium 2 Small 640 x 480 pixels Resolution (Movies) 320 x 240 pixels 160 x 120 pixels Superfine Compression Fine Normal JPEG File Format RAW Auto Flash On Off Red-eye Reduction Slow Synchro Ref - Canon PowerShot S60 | PowerShot S60 Camera User Guide - Page 173
mode Self-Timer (10 sec.) - {{{{ p. 56 - {{{{ { { { { { { U{ { { { { Self-Timer (2 sec.) { { { { { { U { { { { { p. 53 Remote Control { { { { { { U{ { { { { Intervalometer p. 94 Auto AF Frame Center Point p. 76 Manual AF Lock p. 97 Manual Focus p. 98 171 - Canon PowerShot S60 | PowerShot S60 Camera User Guide - Page 174
Ref. Page Macro Mode p. 52 Digital Zoom On Off - {{{{ p. 54 Exposure Compensation - { { { { { U { { { { - p. 80 Evaluative Metering Light Metering System Center-Weighted Averaging Spot Metering Center - - - - - - - - { { { { p. 78 AF Point AE Lock/FE Lock - Canon PowerShot S60 | PowerShot S60 Camera User Guide - Page 175
be carried out. (2) Selectable only in manual focus. (3) Cannot be adjusted when the photo effect is set to [Sepia] or [B/W]. (4) The white balance is set to [AUTO]. (5) The white balance [Flash] cannot be set. (6) The ISO speed is automatically set by the camera. (7) ISO [AUTO] cannot be selected
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© 2004 CANON INC.
PRINTED IN JAPAN
Please read the
Read This First
section (p. 4).
Please also see the
Software Starter Guide
and the
Direct Print User Guide
.
Camera User Guide
ENGLISH
DIGITAL CAMERA
Camera User Guide