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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
Card j User Guides • Camera User Guide (this guide) • Direct Print User Guide (Connecting the camera to a printer) • Software Starter Guide (Connecting the camera to a computer) • "Canon Customer Support" Leaflet • "Use of Genuine Canon Accessories Recommended" Leaflet See the PDF manuals - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 3
! 1 Let's Get Started! This guide is divided into the following two sections. First... Getting Started p. 9 This section explains how to prepare the camera for use and the basics of shooting, viewing and printing images. Start out by familiarizing yourself with the camera and mastering the basics - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 4
a are lists or charts that summarize camera functions or procedures. Please Read 7 24 Viewing Movies 26 Downloading Images to a Computer 27 System Map 34 Learning More 39 Components Guide 40 Using the Zoom 62 Using the Digital Zoom/ Digital Tele-Converter 62 Magnified Close-Up Shooting - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 5
the Image Stabilizer Function 72 Adjusting the ISO Speed 74 Advanced Shooting Functions 75 Shooting Modes for Specific Scenes 75 Shooting in Manual Mode 78 Continuous Shooting 78 Setting the Flash 80 Movie Shooting 82 Shooting Panoramic Images (Stitch Assist 88 Checking the Focus - 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 TV 186 Customizing the Camera (My Camera Settings) 188 Changing My Camera Settings 188 Registering My Camera Settings 189 Troubleshooting 191 - 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
About this Guide Symbol Conventions in this Guide Using the Flash Available Shooting Modes 1 Press the button. p. 238 Mode dial position: Auto ( )/Manual ( )/ a result, the illustrations and screenshots used in this guide may differ from the actual camera. You can use SD memory cards, SDHC (SD - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 9
in the country of sale. If a problem arises while the camera is in use abroad, please convey it back to the country of sale before proceeding with a warranty claim to a Canon Customer Support Help Desk. For Canon Customer Support contacts, please see the customer support list supplied with your - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 10
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 Please see Setting the Display Language - 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
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 names and types - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 13
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 card is correctly oriented before inserting it in the camera. Inserting it backward may cause the camera to fail to recognize the memory card or to malfunction. - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 14
Getting Started 12 Preparations 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 - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 15
Getting Started Preparations 13 Attaching 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 - 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
again turns the power off. 2. Select a shooting mode. 1. Set the mode dial to (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. Using a tripod is also effective. Wrist Strap Use the wrist strap to - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 19
on the LCD monitor for approximately 2 seconds immediately after shooting (Rec. Review). You can shoot by pressing the shutter button even when an image will record to the memory card. To Shoot Images in Focus The camera automatically sets the focus when you press the shutter button halfway*. * The - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 20
18 Viewing Still Images Viewing Still Images Getting Started Buttons Button Control Dial 1. Press the button. 2. Use the or button to display the image you wish to view. • Use the button to move to the previous image and the button to move to the next image. • The images advance more quickly if - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 21
Getting Started 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 - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 22
into the connector. • See the printer's user guide 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 - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 23
[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 copies to print - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 24
images 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 - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 25
] 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 the printer and imprint the date. See your printer user guide. • Use the supplied software. See the Software Starter Guide. - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 26
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 shutter button. The sound that - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 27
Getting Started 4. Press the shutter button halfway to focus. • When the 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. • - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 28
. 3. Use the or button to select button. • The movie will start playing. • If you press the FUNC./SET button during playback, you can pause and restart the movie. • You can adjust the playback volume with the or button. (Play) and press the - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 29
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 Please install the software on a computer - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 30
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 Solution Disk in the computer's CD-ROM drive. 2. Click [Easy - 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
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). Button Buttons Button - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 34
Images to a Computer You can also use the 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 - 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
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 Coupler DR-30 Power - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 37
Started Direct Interface Cable System Map 35 Canon brand Direct Print Compatible Printers Compact Photo *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 - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 38
recorded by the camera. Canon brand cards are available in 128 MB and 512 MB capacities. • Interface Cable IFC-400PCU Use this cable to connect the camera to a computer, Compact Photo Printer (SELPHY series), or to a Bubble Jet printer (refer to your Bubble Jet printer user guide). • AV Cable AVC - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 39
camera with a single cable and operating the camera's controls. • Compact Photo Printers (SELPHY series) • Bubble Jet Printers (PIXMA series) For more information, visit your nearest Canon retailer. Use of genuine Canon -genuine Canon accessories (e.g., a leakage and/or explosion of a battery pack). - 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
42 Controls a Microphone (pp. 24, 151) b Indicator (p. 46) c Zoom Lever (pp. 62, 118) Shooting: (Wide Angle)/ (Magnify) Playback: (Index)/ (Magnify) d Shutter Button (pp. 16, 24) e Power Button (p. 14) f Mode Dial (pp. 16, 24, 45) g ( - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 45
43 Components Guide Using the Control Dial Turning the control dial counterclockwise is equivalent to pressing the button, while Functions • Selecting a menu item (pp. 48, 49) • Selecting 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
Use the 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 - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 48
Green : Ready to shoot (camera beeps twice)/when display off Blinking Blinking Orange : Ready to shoot (camera shake warning) • Right Side Indicator camera beeps once) Never do the following while the indicator blinks green. These actions may corrupt image data. - Shake or jolt the camera - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 49
Components Guide 47 Using the Clock You can display the current date and time for a 5-second* 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 - 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 1 Press the button. 2 Use the or button to switch between menus. • You can also use the zoom lever to switch between menus. 3 Use the or button to select a menu item. • Some items may not - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 52
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) b Exposure Compensation Recording Pixels, etc. ( ... ) or c Display Overlays d Digital Digital Zoom Factor/ Tele - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 53
display. Icons/message Summary Sufficient battery charge. Recharge the battery soon for extended use. (blinking red) Low battery charge. Recharge the battery. Change the Battery is depleted and the camera can no longer battery operate. Charge the battery immediately. If the indicator blinks - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 54
52 Playback Mode (Detailed) q Battery Charge Indicator Displayed image number/ Total number of images r Folder Number-File Number Histogram other than the WAVE format is attached. JPEG image not conforming to Design rule for Camera File System Standards. RAW image Unrecognized data type - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 55
cameras may not display correctly. z Overexposure Warning In the following cases, overexposed portions of the image blink. - When reviewing (p. 101). Sample Histograms Dark Image Shooting Mode Menu Item Auto Mode Manual Mode Special Scene Mode Movie Mode Balanced Image Bright Image Reference Page - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 56
Recording Pixels (Movie) p. 86 Rec. Menu Menu Item Options AF Frame Face Detect*/AiAF/Center AF Frame Size On*/Off AF-Point Zoom On/Off* Digital Zoom (Still Image) Standard*/Off/1.4x/2.3x (Movies) Standard*/Off (In standard movie mode only) Flash Settings Slow Synchro On/Off* Red-Eye - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 57
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) Off*/Grid Lines IS Mode (Still image - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 58
56 Play Menu Menu Item Slide Show Reference Page p. 136 My Category Erase Protect p. 124 p. 158 p. 154 Red-Eye Correction Trimming Resize p. 142 p. 127 p. 149 My Colors p. 147 Menu Item Sound Memo Sound Recorder Rotate Transfer Order Set Play button Resume Transition Reference Page p. 151 - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 59
On] to silence all operation sounds*. * Except for when the memory card slot/ battery cover is opened during recording. Volume Off/ 1 / 2*/ 3 / 4 / Start-up Vol. Adjusts the volume of the start-up sound when the camera is turned on. Operation Vol. Adjusts the volume of the operation sound that - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 60
can be set) Auto Rotate On*/Off p. 183 Lens Retract 1 minute*/0 seconds Sets the lens retraction timing when switching from shooting mode to playback an image shot in (Widescreen) mode on wide size paper using Canon compact photo printer SELPHY CP750/CP740/CP730/CP720/CP710/CP510. As this - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 61
Menu Item Summary Reference Page Theme Selects a common 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. Operation Sound Selftimer Sound Sets the sound - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 62
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 image only - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 63
for more than one second again. - The next time you turn on the camera, the LCD monitor will be at the brightness setting selected in the Set up when the dark surroundings make it difficult to view the LCD monitor, the camera's "night view" option* displays the subject brightly in the LCD monitor. - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 64
. 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 taken - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 65
on the number of recording pixels set, the Safety Zoom zone varies as follows. Safety Zoom Factor Recording pixels Optical zoom Digital zoom 5.0x 5.0x 7.0x 11x 20x : Zone without deterioration : Zone with deterioration z The digital zoom cannot be used when the LCD monitor is turned off - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 66
the button. 2. In the menu, use the or button to select [Digital Zoom]. 2 Make settings. 1. Use the 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 - 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
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 control dial to select - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 69
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 end of the lens. 1 Press the - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 70
multiple shots have been specified for the [Shots] option, the sound 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 the self-timer mode. • Pressing the MENU button while this screen is displayed - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 71
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
70 Changing the Recording Pixels (Still Images) Available Shooting Modes 1 Select the recording pixels. 1. Press the button. 2. Use the or button to select and the or button to change the recording pixels. 3. Press the button. p. 238 Approximate Values for Recording Pixels Recording Pixels - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 73
71 z See Memory Cards and Estimated Capacities (p. 223) z See Image Data Sizes (Estimated) (p. 225) Commonly Used Shooting Functions Changing the Compression (Still Images) Available Shooting Modes 1 Select a compression setting. 1. Press the button. 2. Use the or and the or the option. - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 74
72 Setting the Image 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 - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 75
speeds, such as with evening shots. Use of a tripod is recommended. z If camera 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 - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 76
speed to use a fast shutter speed when you wish to reduce the effects of camera shake or avoid blurry subjects, or to turn the flash off when shooting in the button. • When you select (Auto) or (High ISO Auto), the camera sets the optimal ISO speed for the light level when shooting. As the ISO - 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
76 Kids&Pets Allows you to capture subjects that move around, 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. - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 79
set to 3200, twice as fast as ISO 1600. Use when a high ISO speed 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 slow in mode. Always use a tripod to avoid - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 80
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 shooting. • This reflects standard shooting criteria established by Canon. Actual results may vary according to the subject and shooting - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 81
button. 1. Use the or button to select . 2 Shoot. • The camera will continue to record successive images while the shutter button is held down. interval between shots lengthens when the built-in memory of the camera fills. z If the flash is used, the interval between shots lengthens because the flash must - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 82
interior shot is taken. Using Slow Synchro increases the chances for camera shake. Use of a tripod is recommended. Red-Eye Corr. not be automatically detected or may not be fully corrected on some images. In either case, you can correct images with [Red-Eye Correction] in the Play menu (p. 142). - 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
differ according to the memory card used (p. 224). Standard You can select the recording pixels and record 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 Since there are few recording pixels and also the data - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 85
Advanced Shooting Functions 83 1 Select a movie 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 halfway automatically sets the exposure, focus and white balance - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 86
balance to suit the shooting conditions during a recording. Please note, however, that the sounds made by the camera while automatically adjusting the exposure may also be recorded. z The focus and optical zoom settings remain fixed for subsequent frames at the values selected for the first frame. - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 87
85 Advanced Shooting Functions z Adjust the zoom setting before shooting. The combined digital and optical zoom factor will display on the LCD monitor. When the zoom factor displays in blue, the image will deteriorate. z You can use digital zoom during the movie shooting in mode only. z - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 88
86 Changing Movie Recording Pixels/Frame Rates You can change the recording pixels and frame rate when the movie mode is set to (Standard), (Color Accent) or (Color Swap). (The frame rate can be set depending on the recording pixels.) 1 Select the recording pixels. 1. Press the button. 2. Use - 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
88 Shooting Panoramic Images (Stitch Assist) Available Shooting Modes 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 - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 91
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 the images on a computer. - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 92
AF Frame and Shooting When [AF Frame] is set to [Face Detect] or [Center], the AF frame area can be zoomed to check focus while shooting. When you want to capture people's expressions, set [AF Frame] to [Face Detect]. When you want to check the focus - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 93
is extremely large in relation to the overall composition. - When the camera cannot focus. - When the digital zoom is in use. - When the LCD monitor is off. - ). You are recommended to set [Review] to [Hold] in the menu in advance. 1 Select [Review Info]. 1. Press the button. 2. In the menu, - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 94
92 2 Make settings. 1. Use the or button to select [Focus Check]. 2. Press the button. 3 Shoot. • The recorded image will be displayed. • Frames are displayed as follows. Orange frame contents Frame color Content Orange Displays the area of the image shown at the bottom right. White Displays - 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
function if a white frame fails to appear and only gray frames display, or 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: - If faces are at the edge of the screen, or appear extremely small, large - 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 ( 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
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 the AF frame. 3 Press and hold the shutter button - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 101
strong between the subject and background or when a subject is backlit. 1 Turn 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 shutter button halfway and press the button. • The icon will - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 102
settings are correctly set regardless of the composition 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 button. • The flash will - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 103
Advanced Shooting Functions 101 Adjusting the Exposure Compensation Available Shooting Modes p. 238 Adjust the exposure compensation to a positive value to avoid making the subject too dark when it is backlit or shot against a bright background. Adjust the exposure compensation to a negative value - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 104
Metering Modes 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 - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 105
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 producing high-quality images - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 106
104 z Use the LCD monitor to confirm that the 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. If this occurs, shoot with the flash - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 107
the or button to select . 2 Aim the 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 zoom is used or when is displayed. • You can - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 108
cannot be read in Stitch Assist mode, preset the white balance in another shooting mode 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
107 Advanced Shooting Functions Shooting in a My Colors Mode Available Shooting Modes p. 238 You can change the look of an image when it is shot. My Colors Off Vivid Neutral Sepia B/W Positive Film Lighter Skin* Darker Skin* Vivid Blue Vivid Green Vivid Red Custom Color Records normally with - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 110
108 ////////// 1 Select a My Colors 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 - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 111
109 3 Press the button. • Return to the shooting screen to shoot. Advanced Shooting Functions Changing the 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, allowing you to enjoy producing various effects. - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 112
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 you wish to retain appears at the center of the LCD monitor and press the button. • Only one color can be - 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
to color input 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 - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 115
to [On] - Only the transformed image displays in the LCD monitor while shooting 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 - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 116
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 ratio of 4:3. Both Displays - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 117
Advanced Shooting Functions 115 Categorizing Images Automatically (Auto Category) Available Shooting Modes p. 238 If you set Auto Category to [On], images are automatically sorted into preset categories as they are recorded. People Scenery Events For images shot in , or mode, or images with - 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. 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 My - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 119
. The next time a button is pressed, the LCD monitor will turn back on. • For , this function is useful for directing 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
control dial while in the magnified display mode, 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 - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 121
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 while in index playback and you can switch the display - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 122
120 Checking the Focus and Peoples' Expressions (Focus Check Display) Focus Check display allows you to check the focus of images taken. Moreover, as you can change the display size and switch images, you can easily check facial expressions and whether a subject's eyes are closed. Displaying the - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 123
and the display size and display position can be changed. Playback/Erasing 3 Change the setting. • You can change the display size by pressing the zoom lever. • You can change the display position by using the , , or button. • When you press the FUNC./SET button, the orange frame returns to - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 124
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 the or button to select a search key. • The screen sample will vary slightly according to the search key - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 125
as a search key. 2. Press the button. Select the search key • The camera will switch to defined playback mode and display a blue frame. You can limit playback When selecting images in a range - When displaying images not supported in defined playback - When newly saving images that have effects - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 126
124 Organizing Images by Category (My Category) You can organize images into prepared categories. The following operations can be performed if the images are sorted into categories. • Image searches (p. 122) •Slide Show (p. 136) • Protect (p. 154) • Erase (p. 158) •Configure print settings (p. - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 127
Playback/Erasing 125 [Select] 3 Categorize the images. 1. Use the or button to select images to categorize. 2. Use the or button to select a category. 3. Press the button. • Pressing the FUNC./SET button again cancels the setting. • This also can be set in the index playback mode. • Press the MENU - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 128
126 4 Select the last image. 1. Use the button to highlight the last image window. 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 - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 129
127 Trimming a Portion of an Image You can trim a required portion of a recorded image and save it as a new image file. 1 Select [Trimming]. 1. Press 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 - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 130
128 3 Adjust the trimming frame. • You can change the size of the Recording 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 - 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 - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 132
./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 Motion You can use the button to slow down or the button to speed up playback. First Frame - 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 increments, but those that are protected or less than 1 second long (15 seconds*1 or 30 seconds*2 in ) cannot be edited. *1 [Interval Time]: 1 second *2 [Interval Time]: 2 - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 134
132 2 Edit the movie. Movie Editing Panel 1. Use the or button to select (Cut Beginning) or (Cut End). 2. Use the or button to specify the cut point ( ). • While moving the cut point using the or button, is displayed at each 1 second interval (or every 15 second*1 or 30 second*2 interval in - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 135
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 charged - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 136
the FUNC./SET button. • This also can be set in the index playback mode. When images are downloaded to a computer, the orientation of images rotated by the camera will depend upon the software used to download the images. As the orientation of an image is recorded, the image will be shown in its - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 137
Playback/Erasing 135 Playback with Transition 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 - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 138
136 Automated Playback (Slide Shows) Automated playback of memory card images. Image settings for slide shows are based on the Digital Print Order Format (DPOF) standard (p. 165). All Images Date My Category Folder Movies Stills - Custom 1 - 3 Plays all images on a memory card in order. Plays - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 139
Playback/Erasing 137 2 Select a playback method. 1. Press the button. 2. Use the or button to select the slide show type. • , , : Press the FUNC./SET button to select 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. - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 140
138 Transition Effects You can select the transition effect used when one image is replaced by another. No transition effect. The new image gradually brightens as it moves upward from the bottom. The new image first appears in a cross shape and gradually expands to display the full image. Portions - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 141
139 Select a date/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 - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 142
140 Selecting Images for Playback ( - ) Select only the images that you wish to play back and save them as a slide show (Custom 1, 2 or 3). Up to 998 images can be selected. They will be played back in their order of selection. 1 Select a playback method. 1. Use the or button to select , or . • - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 143
Playback/Erasing 141 Selecting All Images 1 After selecting - in Step 1, use the button to select [Mark all] and press the FUNC./SET button. 2 Use the button to select [Mark all], press the FUNC./ SET button. 3 Use the button to select [OK] and press the FUNC./ SET button. To deselect all images, - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 144
142 Red-Eye Correction Function You can correct red eyes in recorded images. Red eyes may not be automatically detected in some images or the results may not turn out as you intended. We recommend that you use [New File] to save corrected images. Examples: - Faces near the screen edges or faces that - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 145
Playback/Erasing 143 3 Correct the image. 1. Use the , , or button to select [Start]. 2. Press the button. 4 Save the image. 1. Use the , , or button to select [New File] or [Overwrite]. 2. Press the button. • [New File]: Saved as new file with a new name. The uncorrected image is stored. The new - 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
position of the correction frame. 1. Use the , , or button to move the frame. Playback/Erasing • Size of the frame can be changed with the zoom lever. 3 Add additional correction frames. 1. Press the button. • A correction frame is added and the frame color changes to white. • If you wish to - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 148
146 Removing Correction Frames 1 Select [Remove Frame]. 1. Use the , , or button to select [Remove Frame]. 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 - 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
select the My Colors type. • The displayed image will reflect the My Colors effect. • You can press the zoom lever toward to check the image at a higher magnification. While the image is zoomed, you can press the FUNC./SET button to switch between the image transformed with the My Colors effect and - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 151
Playback/Erasing 149 z When there is not enough space left 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 - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 152
150 3 Select a resolution. 1. Use the or button to select a resolution. 2. Press the button. • 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 - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 153
151 Attaching Sound Memos to Images In playback mode, you can attach sound memos (up to 1 min.) to an image. The sound data is saved in the WAVE format. 1 Select [Sound Memo]. 1. Press the button. 2. In the menu, use the or button to select . 3. Press the button. Playback/Erasing 2 Select an - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 154
152 Sound Memo Panel Use the or button to select an option and press FUNC./SET button. Exit Returns to the playback screen. Record Starts recording. Pause Pauses recording or playback. Play Begins playback. Erase Erases sound memos. (Select [Erase] and in the confirmation screen 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
Playback/Erasing 155 [Select] 3 Protect the image. 1. Use the or button to select an image to protect. 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 - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 158
156 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 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 - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 159
Playback/Erasing 157 [Select by Date]/[Select by Category]/[Select by Folder] 3 Select the images. 1. Use the or button to select a date/category/folder to protect. 2. Press the button. • A 3 will appear on selected images. • Pressing the FUNC./SET button again cancels the setting. • You can select - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 160
158 [All Images] 3 Protect the images. 1. Use the or button to select [Protect]. 2. Press the button. • Returns to the selection method screen. • Selecting [Unlock] removes protection for all the images. • Selecting [Stop] cancels protection settings for the current selection. Erasing Images You - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 161
Playback/Erasing 159 1 Select [Erase]. 1. Press the button. 2. In the menu, use the or button to select . 3. Press the button. 2 Select an erasure method. 1. Use the or button to select an erasure method. • Pressing the MENU button returns to the prior screen. 2. Press the button. [Select] 3 Select - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 162
160 [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 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 - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 163
Playback/Erasing 161 5 Erase the images. 1. Press the button to select [Erase]. 2. Press the button. • Pressing the MENU button cancels selection of the image you are about to erase and returns to Step 2. [Select by Date]/[Select by Category]/[Select by Folder] 3 Select the images. 1. Use the or - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 164
162 [All Images] 3 Erase the images. 1. Use the or button to select [OK]. 2. Press the 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 - 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
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 printing on a direct print compatible printer, or for sending the images to a photo developing service that supports DPOF. z The specified print - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 168
166 1 Select [Print Settings]. 1. Press the button. 2. Press the button. 3. Use the or button to select the menu. 4. Use the or button to select [Print Settings]. 5. Press the button. 2 Make settings. 1. Use the or button to select an option. 2. Use the or button to specify the settings. 3. Press - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 169
167 Select a print settings method Select Images & Qty. Configures print settings for single images as you view them. Select Range For picking a first and last image and printing all the images in the range. Select by Date Configures print settings for images corresponding to the selected - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 170
168 [Select Images & Qty.] 2 Select the images. Selection methods differ depending on the Print Type settings (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 (up to 99). 4. Press the button. - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 171
Print Settings/Transfer Settings 169 [Select Range] 2 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 image in the print range. 3. Press the button. 3 Select the last image. 1. Use the button to - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 172
170 4 Configure the print settings. 1. Press the button to select [Order]. 2. Press the button. • The screen will return to the selection method screen. • Pressing the MENU button cancels the print settings for the selected range of images. [Select by Date]/[Select by Category]/[Select by Folder] 2 - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 173
[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 will begin after performing the following. 1 Press the button - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 174
172 Setting the DPOF Transfer Settings You can use the camera 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 - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 175
173 Single Images 3 Select an image to transfer. 1. Use the or button to select an image to transfer. 2. Press the button. Transfer Selection • Pressing 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 - 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
175 3 Press 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 - 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
. • 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
may require 2 to 3 minutes with some memory cards. Configuring the Camera Resetting the File Number The images you shoot are automatically assigned file 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 - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 182
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 regarding folder structures or image types. - 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. - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 184
182 Setting the Day or Time for Automatic Folder Creation 1 Select [Create Folder]. 1. Press the button. 2. Use the or button to select the menu. 3. Use the or button to select [Create Folder]. 4. Press the button. 2 Make settings. 1. Use the or button to select [Auto Create] and the or - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 185
is down) will appear in the display. z This function may not operate correctly when the camera is pointed straight up or down. Check that the arrow is pointing in the right direction [On], the orientation of images downloaded to a computer will depend upon the software used to download the images. - 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
185 z Settings cannot be reset when the camera is connected to a computer or to a printer. z The following cannot be reset. - The shooting mode. - The [Time - 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
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 Turn on the TV and switch it to video mode. 5 Turn on the camera. - 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
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. Changing My Camera Settings 1 Select a menu item. 1. Press the button. 2. Use the or button to select the menu. 3. Use the or button to - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 191
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 is required to restore the My Camera settings to the defaults. Use the supplied software (ZoomBrowser EX/ ImageBrowser) to restore the default settings to the - 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
• LCD monitor (p. 192) • Shooting (p. 194) • Shooting 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 - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 194
the built-in battery lithium battery charge is immediately 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
193 Troubleshooting The display darkens. The image in the LCD monitor will Set the flash to any setting other than (flash off) (p. 66). z Set the self-timer and secure the camera to something, such as a tripod. appears. This displays when using a memory card that has print settings, transfer - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 196
Camera will not record. Camera is in playback mode. z Switch to Shooting mode (p. 44). Camera a new memory card (p. 11). z If required, download the images to a computer and erase them from the circuits may be damaged. Consult the nearest Canon Customer Support Help Desk. SD memory card or - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 197
195 Troubleshooting Image Seen in Viewfinder vs. Recorded Image. Usually the . Use the LCD monitor when taking close-up shots (p. 60). Image is blurred or out of focus. The camera moves when z Confirm the procedures in the shutter button is " appears" (p. 193). pressed. AF-assist Beam - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 198
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 shooting using the wide angle. - 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 eyes when the flash improve the effect. z If you set the [Red Eye Corr.] in the [Flash Settings] to [On], the camera will automatically correct red eyes while shooting and record the image to the card (p. 80). z You can correct - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 200
or frame rate (p. 86). - Use a high-speed memory card (SDC-512MSH, etc.). Zoom does not operate. Zoom lever was pressed while shooting in movie mode. z Operate the zoom before shooting in movie mode (p. 62). Note the digital zoom is available while shooting (only in Standard movie mode) (p. 62). - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 201
with played back may play back if they are another camera or images added to the camera using the edited with a computer. supplied software program ZoomBrowser EX or ImageBrowser. See ZoomBrowser EX/ImageBrowser Software User Guide (PDF). File name was changed with a computer or file location - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 202
at normal temperature (23 °C/73 °F). Battery will not charge. Battery life exceeded. z Replace the battery with a new one (p. 11). TV (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
, you 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 - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 204
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 with a recording type specific to another manufacturer's camera, or an image that has been downloaded to a computer and altered. Cannot magnify! - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 205
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 or perform red eye correction on a movie or an image recorded with another camera. Or you attempted to resize an image already resized to or an image shot - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 206
air. Try turning the power back on, and resume shooting or playback. If this message continues to display, contact your Canon Customer Support Help Desk as there may be a problem with the lens. Exx (xx: number) Camera detected an error. Turn the power off and then back on, then shoot or play back - 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
by the strap. z Be careful not to bump or strongly push the 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 it at a beach or place with strong winds. Such conditions could lead - 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
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 poor contact between the battery and camera. Polish the terminals with a soft cotton swab before charging or using the - 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
212 z If the performance of the battery diminishes substantially even when it is fully charged, its 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 - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 215
a corrupted memory card might be the cause. Reformatting the memory card may solve the problem. • When a non-Canon brand memory card is malfunctioning, reformatting it may solve the problem. • Memory cards formatted in other cameras, computers, or peripheral devices may not operate correctly in this - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 216
214 Using the AC Adapter (Sold Separately) It is best to power the camera with AC Adapter Kit ACK-DC30 (sold separately) when you are using it for long periods of time or connecting it to a computer. Turn the camera power off before connecting or disconnecting the AC adapter. 1 Connect the power - 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
218 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 - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 221
System : Lens-shift type Camera automatically sets the optimal speed according to shooting mode and subject brightness. *2 Camera image periphery may reduce depending on shooting distance. Shooting Modes : Auto, Manual, Digital macro, Color Accent, Color Swap, Stitch Assist, SCN*1, Movie*2 - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 222
JPEG; Audio data: WAVE (monaural)) : Sound Memo or Sound Recorder: WAVE (monaural) * This digital camera supports Exif 2.2 (also called "Exif Print"). Exif Print is a standard for enhancing the communication between digital cameras and printers. By connecting to an Exif Print-compliant printer, the - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 223
and Canon Direct Print and Bubble Jet Direct compatible My Camera digital, audio and video*) * mini-B compatible. Audio/Video output (NTSC or PAL selectable, monaural audio) Communication Settings : MTP, PTP Power Source : Battery Pack NB-5L (Rechargeable lithium-ion battery) AC Adapter Kit - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 224
at 30 second intervals with the flash fired once every two shots and the camera power turned off after every tenth shot. Power is left off for a and the testing procedure is repeated. • A Canon-brand memory card is used. * Until the battery returns to normal temperature Playback: Normal temperature ( - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 225
Date Stamp) 1600 × 1200 pixels (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 shooting criteria established by Canon. Actual results may vary according to the subject and shooting conditions. - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 226
Color Swap Compact Time Lapse : Memory card included with the camera Recording Pixels/ Frame Rate 32 MB SDC-128M SDC512MSH 640 . Sound Recorder Data Rates and Recording Durations (Estimated) : Card included with the camera Sound Size 32 MB SDC-128M SDC-512MSH 11.025 kHz 22 KB/sec. 23 - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 227
Image Data Sizes (Estimated) Recording Pixels Compression 3648 × 2736 pixels 2816 × 2112 pixels 2272 × 1704 pixels 1600 × 1200 pixels 640 × 480 pixels 1600 × 1200 pixels 3648 × 2048 pixels 4332 KB 2720 KB 2002 KB 1002 KB 249 KB - 3243 KB 2565 KB 1620 KB 1116 KB 558 KB 150 KB 558 KB 1920 KB 225 - 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
68 × 4.11 × 1.24 in.) Weight Approx. 180 g (6.35 oz.) (excluding power cord) When connecting to and using a household power outlet, use only AC Adapter Kit ACK-DC30 (rated input: 100-240 V AC 50/60 Hz, rated output: 4.3 V DC). Using anything else can cause fire, overheating, or electrical shock - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 230
3:2 Guide 114 A AC Adapter Kit ACK-DC30 .....214 Accessory 36 AE Lock 99 AF Frame 50, 93 AF Lock 98 AF-assist Beam 40, 55 AF-Point Zoom 90 Auto Category 115 AUTO Mode 16 Auto Rotate 183 B Battery Battery Charge Indicator .......51 Capacity 222 Charging 10 Installing 11 C Camera Shake - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 231
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 Print/Share Button 42, 116 Printing 20 Protect 154 R Rec. Review 17 - 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
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 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
guide is accurate and complete, no liability can be accepted for any errors or omissions. • Canon reserves the right to change the specifications of the hardware and software of the 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
238 Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode Only functions with settings that change with the shooting mode are listed here. Shooting Mode Function Long Shutter Exposure Compensation (p. 101) Long Shutter Mode (p. 103) Auto1) ISO Speed (p. 74) - Canon PowerShot SD890 IS | PowerShot SD890 IS / DIGITAL IXUS 970 IS Camera User - Page 241
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
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