Canon PowerShot SX110 IS User Manual

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    ENGLISH Camera User Guide Getting Started p. 9 Ensure that you read the Safety Precautions (pp. 179 - 188).
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    WS-DC5 g Canon Digital Camera Solution Disk h Warranty Card i 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 See the PDF manuals
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    ! 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
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    a are lists or charts that summarize camera functions or procedures. Please Read 7 Getting Movies 26 Downloading Images to a Computer 27 System Map 34 Learning More 39 Components Guide 40 Using 60 Using the Optical Zoom 60 Using the Digital Zoom/Digital Tele-Converter 61 Using the Flash
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    Pixels (Still Images 70 Changing the Compression (Still Images 71 Setting the Image Stabilizer Function 72 Adjusting the ISO Speed 74 Reducing Camera Select and Track 104 Shooting Hard-to-Focus Subjects (Focus Lock, AF Lock, Manual Focus, Safety MF) . . . . 106 Locking the Exposure Setting (
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    154 Power Saving Function 154 Formatting Memory Cards 156 Resetting the File Number 157 Creating an Image Destination (Folder 159 Setting the Auto Rotate Function 161 Resetting Settings to Their Default Values 162 Connecting to a TV 163 Shooting/Playback Using a TV 163 Troubleshooting
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    Table of Contents 5 Preventing Malfunctions 185 Using the Power Kits (Sold Separately 189 Using an Externally Mounted Flash (Sold Separately) . . 192 Replacing the Date Battery 194 Camera Care and Maintenance 196 Specifications 197 Index 207 Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode 222
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    this Guide Symbol Conventions in this Guide 65 Using the Flash Available Shooting Modes 1 Raise the flash manually. p. guide may differ from the actual camera. You can use SD memory cards, SDHC (SD High Capacity) memory cards, MultiMediaCards, MMCplus cards and HC MMCplus cards in this camera
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    arising from any malfunction of a camera or accessory, including memory cards, that results in the failure of an image to be recorded or to be recorded in a way that is machine readable. Warning Against Copyright Infringement Please note that Canon digital cameras are intended for personal use and
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    . More than 99.99% of the pixels operate to specification. Less than 0.01% of the pixels may occasionally misfire or appear as red or black dots. This has no effect on the recorded image and does not constitute a malfunction. Video Format Please set the camera's video signal format to the one used
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    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
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    Getting Started 10 Preparations Preparations Installing the Batteries and Memory Card 1. Slide the memory card/battery cover lock a and hold it open while sliding the cover b and opening it (c). Memory Card/Battery Cover Lock a Open the cover (c) b Slide c the cover (b) 2. Install two
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    unlocked (only SD and SDHC memory cards). • Check the card for the correct orientation. 4. Close the cover (d), and press downward as you slide it until it clicks into place (e). d e Ensure that the memory card is correctly oriented before inserting it in the camera. Inserting it backward may cause
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    12 Preparations To Remove the Batteries Open the cover and remove the batteries. Take care that you do not drop the batteries. To Remove the Memory Card Push the memory card with your finger until you hear a click, then release it. Use the wrist strap to avoid dropping the camera during use.
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    Preparations 13 Setting the Date and Time The Date/Time settings menu will appear the first time the power is turned on. Power Button Buttons Button Control Dial MENU Button 1. Press the power button. 2. Select the month, day, year and time, and the display order. 1. Use the or button to select
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    Getting Started 14 Preparations The date/time setting screen will appear when the capacity of the lithium date/time battery is depleted (p. 194). Setting the Display Language You can change the language displayed in the LCD monitor menus and messages. Button Button Buttons MENU Button 1.
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    up sound will play and the start-up image will display in the LCD monitor. • Pressing the power button again turns the power off. 2. Select a shooting mode. 1. Set the mode dial to . 3. Aim the camera at the subject. Avoiding Camera Shake Keep your arms tight against your body while holding the
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    . Review). You can shoot by pressing the shutter button even when an image is being displayed. • If you hold the shutter button down after a shot, the image will continue to display. • The indicator will blink green and the file will record to the memory card. To Shoot Images in Focus The camera
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    Getting Started Shooting Still Images 17 Mute Setting Pressing the DISP. button while switching on the camera power will set the mute setting to [On] to silence all camera sounds. The setting can be changed with the [Mute] option in the Set up menu (p. 56). Easy Mode (Recommended for Beginners)
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    image viewed will display (Resume Playback). z The following actions will display the most recent image regardless of the [Resume] settings: shooting an image, changing the memory card, or editing an image on the
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    Getting Started Erasing Erasing 19 Button Button Buttons Control Dial Button 1. Press the (playback) 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
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    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 details, see the Direct Print User Guide. 2. Turn on the printer. 3. Press the camera's power
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    [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
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    deleted from the image data once it has been embedded. Ensure that the camera's date/time is set correctly beforehand (p. 13). • The image size is printing L-size or postcard-size prints.) Power Button Mode Dial Buttons Button DISP. Button 1. Press the power button. 2. Select a shooting mode.
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    (p. 148). Set [Date] option to [On] in [Print Settings] in the (Print) menu. • Connect the camera to a printer and print. See the Direct Print User Guide. • Insert a memory card into the printer and print. See your printer user guide. • Use the supplied software. See the Software Starter Guide.
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    24 Shooting Movies Shooting Movies ( Standard Mode) Shutter Button Power Button 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. Indicator Control Dial z Do not touch
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    4. Press the shutter button halfway to focus. • When the camera focuses, it beeps twice and the indicator lights green. • The indicator will blink green and the data will be recorded onto the memory card. • Recording will stop automatically when the maximum recording time Recording: Blinks green
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    26 Viewing Movies Viewing Movies Getting Started Button Buttons Button Control Dial 1. Press the (playback) button. 2. Use the or button to display a movie and press the button. • Images with a movies. icon are • You can also select images by using the control dial. 3. Use the or button
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    • Canon Digital Camera Solution Disk supplied with the camera • Interface cable supplied with the camera System Requirements Please install the software on a computer meeting the following minimum requirements. Windows OS Computer Model CPU RAM Interface Windows Vista (including Service Pack
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    Images to a Computer Preparing to Download Images 1. Installing the software. Windows 1. Place the Canon Digital Camera Solution Disk in the computer's CD-ROM drive. 2. click the icon in the CDROM window. When the installer panel appears, click [Install]. Follow the onscreen instructions to proceed.
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    computer's USB port and to the camera's A/V OUT and DIGITAL terminal. Slide the camera's terminal cover to the left to open and insert the interface cable all the way into the terminal. USB Port A/V OUT and DIGITAL Terminal Interface Cable 3. Preparing to download images to the computer. 1. Press
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    the Dock (the bar which appears at the bottom of the desktop). Preparations for downloading images are now finished. Please proceed to the Downloading Images Using the Camera (Direct Transfer) section (p. 31). Refer to the Software Starter Guide for details on downloading images using the computer.
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    Images to a Computer 31 Downloading Images Using the Camera (Direct Transfer) Use this method to download images using camera operations. Install the software before downloading images via the direct transfer method for the first time (p. 28). Button Buttons Button MENU Button 1. Confirm
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    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
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    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 window to close CameraWindow. The downloaded images will display on the computer. Windows Macintosh ZoomBrowser EX ImageBrowser By default, the downloaded
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    -400PCU*1 Wrist Strap WS-DC5 Memory Card (32 MB) AV Cable AVC-DC400*1 AA-size Alkaline Batteries (×2) Canon Digital Camera Solution Disk Battery and Charger Kit CBK4-300*5 AC Adapter Kit ACK800 „ Battery Charger CB-5AH/CB5AHE „ AA-size NiMH batteries NB-3AH (×4) • NiMH Battery NB4-300 (set of
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    -Power Flash HF-DC1 Canon brand Direct Print Compatible Printers Compact Photo Printers*2*3 (SELPHY series) Video IN Terminal Audio IN Terminal TV/Video Bubble Jet Printers*4 (PIXMA series) USB Port PC Card Slot Windows/Macintosh *1 Also available for purchase separately. *2 See the user guide
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    of four rechargeable AA-size NiMH batteries separately. Other Accessories • 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-DC400 Use this
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    and easily by connecting them to the 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 accessories is recommended. This product is
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    38
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    39 Learning More
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    40 Components Guide „ Front View a Microphone (pp. 24, 144) b Flash (p. 65) c Lamp (AF Assist Beam: p. 53, Red-Eye Reduction Lamp: p. 95, Self-Timer Lamp: p. 68) d Speaker e Date Battery Holder f Lens
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    Components Guide 41 „ Back View a Screen (LCD Monitor) (p. 58) b Terminal Cover c Strap Mount (p. 12) d Memory Card/Battery Cover Lock (p. 10) e Memory Card/Battery Cover (p. 10) f Tripod Socket g A/V OUT (Audio/Video output) and DIGITAL Terminal (pp. 20, 29, 163) h DC IN (Power Input) Terminal (p.
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    a (Print/Share) Button (pp. 20, 31, 122) b Mode Dial (pp. 15, 24, 77) c Zoom Lever (pp. 60, 124) Shooting: (Wide Angle)/ (Telephoto) Playback: (Index)/ (Magnify) d Shutter Button (p. 15) e Power Button (pp. 15, 24) f (Face Selector) Button (pp. 104, 126) g (Exposure)/ (Single Image Erase
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    Components Guide 43 Using the Control Dial Turning the control menu item (p. 46) • Selecting the shutter speed and the aperture value (pp. 83, 85) • Adjusting the focus in manual focus mode (p. 108) • Program Shift (p. 111) • Adjusting the exposure (p. 113) „ The Playback Functions • Selecting an
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    /playback modes. Shutter Button Power Button Button Turning the Camera Off Press the power button Shooting Mode Press the button Press the power button Press the shutter button halfway or Turn the mode dial Press the button Playback Mode Lens retracted* Lens extended * The amount of
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    45 Components Guide Indicator The indicator on the back of the camera will light or blink under the following conditions. Green : Ready to shoot (camera beeps twice*)/ when actions may corrupt image data. - Shake or jolt the camera - Shut off the power, or open the memory card/battery cover
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    46 Basic Operations Menus and Settings Settings for the shooting or playback modes or such camera settings as the print settings, date/time and sounds are set using the FUNC. menu or the Rec., Play, Print or Set up menu. FUNC.
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    3 4 • This example shows the Rec. menu in mode. 1 Press the MENU button. 2 Use the or button to switch between menus. • You can also use the zoom lever to switch between menus. • The following menus are displayed. Shooting: Rec./ Set up Playback: Play/ Print/ Set up 3 Use the or button to select
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    Modes fh eg p. 222 b a Camera Shake ( (p. 166) ) Shutter Speed Pixels, FUNC./SET button (FUNC. menu) b ISO ( Speed ) button ( in mode) c Display Overlays MENU button (Rec. menu) Digital Tele-Converter ( 1.3x/ d 2.2x)/Digital Zoom Factor/ Safety Zoom ( ) MENU button (Rec. menu), Zoom
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    Display on the LCD monitor Summary (blinking red) Battery charge is low. Prepare to replace with new batteries soon. "Change the batteries" The batteries are depleted. Replace with new batteries. If the indicator blinks orange and the camera shake warning icon ( ) displays, this indicates that
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    o r Battery Charge Indicator Displayed image number/ Total number of images Folder Number-File Number Shooting information Histogram qp File Size Recording Pixels (Stills)/ . JPEG image not conforming to Design rule for Camera File System Standards. RAW image MOV data type Unrecognized data type
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    Basic Operations 51 z Information for images shot on other cameras may not display correctly. z Overexposure Warning In the following cases, overexposed portions of the image blink. - When reviewing an image right after shooting in the LCD monitor (information view). - When using the detailed
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    MF, , or / button Menu Item Exposure Compensation Options ... Reference Page p. 113 Macro/Manual Focus ISO Speed Flash pp. 67, 108 p. 74 p. 65 Drive Mode ( will 95 Metering Mode p. 114 Compression p. 71 Recording Pixels (Still Image) ( when the date has not been set) p. 70 Recording
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    On/Off* p. 97 AF Mode Continuous*/Single p. 100 Digital Zoom (Still image) (Movie) Standard*/Off/1.3x/2.2x Standard*/Off (In standard movie mode only) p. 61 Flash Settings Flash Mode Auto*/Manual Flash Exp. Comp -2 to 0* to +2 Flash Output Slow Synchro Minimum*/Medium/Maximum p. 95
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    54 Menu Item Review (Rec. Review) Review Info Auto Category Disp. Overlay (Still image) (Movie) IS Mode (Still image) ( images display after being shot (p. 16). p. 98 p. 121 Off*/Grid Lines/3:2 Guide/Both p. 120 Off*/Grid Lines Continuous*/Shoot Only/ Panning/Off Continuous*/Off * p. 72 p. 122
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    Basic Operations 55 Play Menu Menu Item Slide Show Reference Page p. 136 My Category p. 131 Red-Eye Correction p. 137 Resize p. 142 Sound Memo Protect Rotate p. 144 p. 146 p. 134 Erase all Transfer Order Resume p. 147 p. 152 p. 18 Transition p. 135 Print Menu Menu Item Summary
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    Reference Page Set to [On] to silence all operation sounds (except for when the memory card/battery cover is opened during recording). Off/ 1 / 2*/ 3 / 4 / 5 up Image On*/Off Sets whether or not the Start-up Image appears when the camera is powered on. LCD Brightness 1 / 2 / 3 / 4*/ 5 Use the or
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    units for the zoom bar (p. 60)and MF indicator distance unit (p. 108). Lens Retract 1 minute*/0 seconds Sets the lens retraction timing when paper using Canon compact photo printer SELPHY CP750/CP740/CP730/CP720/CP710/CP510. As this setting will be stored to memory even when the power is turned
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    for details (p. 48). (The following are the screens that display when shooting in mode.) „ Shooting Mode No Information Information View „ Playback Mode or Rec. Review (Right After Shooting) No Information Standard Display* * Playback mode only Focus Check* * Still image only Detailed Display
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    (p. 56). Night Display When shooting at dusk or during the evening 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. This will allow you to compose a shot even in dark environments (this setting
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    select shooting modes or FUNC. menu options. See p. 43. Using the Optical Zoom The zoom can be adjusted from 36 - 360 mm (focal length) in 35mm film equivalent terms. 1 Press the zoom lever toward or . • Wide Angle: Zooms in from the subject. • Telephoto: Zooms out on the subject. Focus range (rough
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    up to 40x with digital and optical zoom combined. 36 - 360 mm Enables shooting without digital zoom. Digital zoom is fixed at the selected zoom 46.8 - 468 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 79
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    in ). Depending on the number of recording pixels set, the Safety Zoom zone (factor) varies as follows ( : the number is the zoom factor at which zooming pauses). Recording pixels Optical zoom Digital zoom The color of the zoom bar White ( ) Yellow ( ) Blue ( ) Zone without deterioration
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    . • The image may appear coarse depending upon the selected recording pixels. The zoom factor appears in blue. • Press the zoom lever toward to zoom out. Focus range (rough guide) Optical zoom (White) Digital zoom (Yellow/Blue) Combined optical and digital zoom Approximately 2 seconds later
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    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 MENU button. 2. In the menu, use the or button to select [Digital Zoom]. 2 Make settings
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    65 Using the Flash Available Shooting Modes 1 Raise the flash manually. p. 222 Commonly Used Shooting Functions 2 Press the button. 1. Use the or button to change the flash off) appears in the LCD monitor. You are recommended to shoot with the camera attached to a tripod or other device if the
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    monitor turns on. The time required for flash recharging will change depending on usage conditions and remaining battery power. z A flashing red in the LCD monitor indicates insufficient light level. In this case, raise the flash before shooting. However, when shooting with the , or mode there is no
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    the lens to the subject (1 cm) is 29 × 21 mm. 1 Press the button. 1. Use the or button to select . • A yellow bar appears below the zoom bar distances. The zoom bar disappears after approx. 2 seconds. Out of zoom range for Macro shooting (yellow bar) Focus range (rough guide) To Cancel the
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    68 Using the Self-Timer Available Shooting Modes p. 222 You can set the time delay and the numbers of shots you wish to take in advance. Shoots 10 seconds after you press the shutter button. 10 sec. • 2 seconds before the shutter releases, the self-timer lamp Self-Timer and sound speed up.
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    selected for the first shot. - If the flash is used, the interval between shots lengthens. - The interval between shots may lengthen when the built-in memory of the camera fills. - Shooting will automatically cease if the memory card becomes full.
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    on wide size paper (you can check the composition at a 16:9 aspect ratio. Areas that will not be recorded appear on the LCD monitor as a black border.) : Approximate recording pixel numbers are shown. (M is short for megapixels.) * Paper sizes vary according to region.
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    . Approximate Values for Compression Settings Compression Purpose Superfine High Quality Shoot higher quality images. Fine Normal Normal Shoot normal quality images. Shoot more images. z See Memory Cards and Estimated Capacities (p. 203). z See Image Data Sizes (Estimated) (p. 204).
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    72 Setting the Image Stabilizer Function Available Shooting Modes p. 222 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.
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    Commonly Used Shooting Functions 73 2 Make settings. 1. Use the or button to select the image stabilizer settings. 2. Press the MENU button. z Camera shake may not be fully corrected when shooting with slow shutter speeds, such as with evening shots. Use the Auto ISO Shift (p. 75), or fix
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    the ISO Speed Available Shooting Modes p. 222 Raise the ISO 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 a dark area. 1 Adjust the ISO Speed. 1. Press the button. 2. Use the or button
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    shake by pressing the button. z In , or mode, it will not function when the flash fires. z Depending on shooting conditions, the camera shake warning icon ( ) may continue to display even if the ISO speed is increased. 1 Select [Auto ISO Shift]. 1. Press the MENU button. 2. In the menu,
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    76 4 Press and hold the shutter button halfway, then press the button. • The ISO speed after adjustment is displayed. • While pressing the shutter button halfway, pressing the button again will return the ISO speed to its original condition. • When the AE lock (p. 110) is activated after
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    shooting mode appropriate for the shooting conditions is selected, the camera automatically adjusts settings for optimal shooting (p. 79). : : Movie (pp. 24, 89) „ Creative Zone You can freely select camera settings such as the shutter speed and aperture value to suit your shooting purposes
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    camera selects the best settings automatically, so you can shoot any kind of scene without confusion. • Shooting people When shooting people, the camera avoid inadvertent operation. „ Shooting (Shooting Mode) • Use the flash (a) • Zoom (c) • Switch to view mode (d) „ Viewing (Playback Mode) • Erase
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    Shooting Modes for Specific Scenes Available Shooting Modes p. 222 When a shooting mode appropriate for the shooting conditions is selected, the camera automatically adjusts settings for optimal shooting. , , , , or (Special Scene) 1 Set the mode dial to , or . ,, , : 1. Use the control dial to
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    80 Night Snapshot Allows you to take snapshots of people against twilight or night backgrounds by reducing the effects of camera shake when firmly holding the camera, even without using a tripod. Kids&Pets Allows you to capture subjects that move around, such as children and pets, without missing
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    highest possible ISO speed (3200, twice the ISO 1600 speed) and increases the shutter speed to minimize blurring of moving subjects and from camera shake, even in low light conditions. Recording pixels are fixed at (1600 × 1200). z The shutter speed is slow in or mode. Always use a tripod to avoid
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    82 Program AE Available Shooting Modes p. 222 The camera automatically sets the shutter speed and aperture value to match the brightness of the scene. You can set the ISO speed, exposure compensation and white
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    shows in white (Safety Shift (p. 84)). The nature of CCDs is such that noise in the recorded image increases at slow shutter speeds. This camera, however, applies special processing to images shot at shutter speeds slower than 1.3 seconds to eliminate the noise, thereby producing high-quality images
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    84 z The shutter speed, zoom and aperture value have the following relationship. Aperture Value Shutter Speed (seconds) f/2.8 - 3.5 15 - 1/1600 Maximum speed is preset to a speed higher than 1/500 second, the camera automatically resets the shutter speed to 1/500 second during shooting. Shutter
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    Modes p. 222 The aperture adjusts the amount of light entering through the lens. When you set the aperture value, the camera automatically selects a shutter speed to match the brightness. Selecting a lower Shift (p. 84)). Some aperture values may not be available with certain zoom positions (p. 84).
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    automatically be reset to match the synchronized flash speed. Aperture Value Display z The larger the aperture value, the smaller the lens opening, allowing less light to enter the camera. F2.8 F3.2 F3.5 F4.0 F4.3 F4.5 F5.0 F5.6 F6.3 F7.1 F8.0 z You can change the combinations of aperture values and
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    Setting the Shutter Speed and Aperture Available Shooting Modes p. 222 You can manually set the shutter speed and aperture to shoot images. 1 Set the mode dial to . Shooting Using the Mode Dial 2 Configure the shutter speed and aperture
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    is adjusted after these values are set, the aperture value or the shutter speed may change in accordance with the zoom position (p. 84). z The brightness of the LCD monitor matches the selected shutter speed and aperture value. When you select a fast shutter speed or shoot a subject
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    The following movie modes are available. The recording time will differ according to the memory card used (p. 204). Standard You can select the recording pixels and record until the memory card is full. The digital zoom can be used while shooting in this mode (p. 61). • Maximum Size: 4 GB* Compact
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    memory or memory card becomes full z You are recommended to use a memory card that has been formatted in your camera to shoot movies (p. 156). The card supplied with the camera by the camera while automatically adjusting the exposure may also be recorded. z The focus and optical zoom settings remain
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    Shooting Using the Mode Dial 91 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 movie shooting in mode only. z Before
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    of the same size shot in the other modes. 1 Select the recording pixels. 1. Press the button. 2. Use the or button to select and the or button to change the option. 3. Press the button. z See Memory Cards and Estimated Capacities (p. 204). z See Image Data Sizes (Estimated) (p. 204). z Frame
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    shoot continuously at a short shooting interval. Fixed* Recorded image The camera will continue Auto focus Subject to record successive right before images is held down (except in manual focus mode). You can shoot Fixed* continuously with a manually set focus position while confirming
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    1 to display . z In and manual focus modes, will not display ( can be selected). z AF frame will be set to [Center] in mode (p. 101). z Rec. Review (p. 16) will not be displayed in and modes. z The interval between shots lengthens when the built-in memory of the camera fills. z If the flash is used
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    to FULL, when shooting modes, please shooting. set [Flash Mode] to [Manual] in advance. Slow Synchro The flash timing is adjusted to slow Using Slow . This reduces the increases the chances chance that only the background for camera shake. Use will appear dark when a night of a tripod is
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    is set to [On], only the corrected image is recorded to the memory card. z If the area around the eyes is red, for example from 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 menu (p. 137).
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    settings. 1. Use the or button to select [On]. 2. Press the MENU button. 3 Press the shutter button halfway. • Pressing the shutter button halfway zooms a section of the display according to the following AF Frame mode settings (p. 101). [Face Detect] : The face detected as the main subject will
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    large in relation to the overall composition. - When the camera cannot focus. - When the digital zoom is in use. - When a TV is being used set [Review] to [Hold] in the menu in advance. 1 Select [Review Info]. 1. Press the MENU button. 2. In the menu, use the or button to select [Review Info].
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    Cancel the Focus Check: Press the shutter button halfway. z When [Review Info] is set to any setting other than [Focus Check] and you are viewing immediately after shooting (Rec. Review, p. 16) a scene in which a face was detected, pressing the FUNC
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    even when the shutter button is not pressed, allowing you to shoot without missing opportunities. Single The camera only focuses when the shutter button is pressed halfway, conserving battery power. 1 Select [AF Mode]. 1. Press the MENU button. 2. In the menu, use the or button to select [AF
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    meters the subject so that the face is Face Detect correctly illuminated when the flash fires. If no face is detected, the camera shoots using [Center]. *1 Only in evaluative metering mode (p. 114) *2 Only in (p. 115) Center The AF frame will be fixed to center. This is recommended when
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    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
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    Frame Size]. 2 Make settings. 1. Use the or button to select [Normal] or [Small]. 2. Press the MENU button. The setting is configured to [Normal] when the digital zoom, digital tele-converter or manual focus mode (p. 108) is used.
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    a subject's face, the frame can be set to follow the subject within a certain range. 1 Select a face you wish to focus on. 1. Press the button. • The camera enters face select mode, and the face frame ( ) of the main subject displays in white. Even if the subject moves, the frame will follow the
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    camera has difficulty focusing, the face frame will display in yellow. 3 Press the shutter button all the way to shoot. In the following cases, the face select mode will be canceled. - When turning the power back on - When switching to another shooting mode - When using the digital zoom or digital
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    Shooting Hard-to-Focus Subjects (Focus Lock, AF Lock, Manual Focus, Safety MF) Available Shooting Modes p. 222 It Subjects that are moving quickly • Subjects through glass Shooting with the Focus Lock 1 Aim the camera so that an object at the same focal distance as the main subject is centered in the
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    be displayed to confirm the distance from the subject. 3 Re-aim the camera to compose the shot as desired and shoot. To Release the AF Lock: setting [AF Frame] to [Center] (p. 101) makes shooting easier since the camera focuses using the center AF frame only. z The AF lock is convenient because you
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    set to [Continuous], turning the control dial zooms the display in. * The image will not appear magnified in mode, when the digital zoom or digital tele-converter is activated or when a TV only. MF indicator To Cancel the Manual Focus: Press the MF button and use the or button to select (Normal).
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    focus mode, then change the AF frame setting. Using the Manual Focus in Combination with the Auto Focus (Safety MF) First, manual focus is used to roughly focus, then from that focus position the camera automatically focuses more accurately. 1 Select [Safety MF]. 1. Press the MENU button. 2. In
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    wish to lock the exposure. 3 Press the shutter button halfway and press the button. • The exposure setting will lock and will display. 4 Re-aim the camera to compose the shot as desired and press the shutter button fully. To Release the AE Lock: Operate a button other than the control dial. z In
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    selected combinations of shutter speeds and aperture values can be freely changed without altering the exposure to shoot images (Program Shift). 1 Aim the camera at the subject on which you wish to lock the exposure. 2 Press the shutter button halfway and press the button. • The exposure setting
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    flash. 2 In mode, press the button and select (flash on). 3 Aim the camera at the subject on which you wish to lock the exposure. 4 Press the shutter button. • The flash will pre-fire and will display. 5 Re-aim the camera to compose the shot as desired and press the shutter button fully. To Release
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    113 Various Shooting Methods Adjusting the Exposure Compensation Available Shooting Modes p. 222 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 to
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    114 Switching between Metering Modes Available Shooting Modes p. 222 Evaluative 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
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    natural looking colors, change the white balance using a setting appropriate for the light source. Auto Settings are automatically set by the camera. Day Light For recording outdoors on a bright day. Cloudy For recording under overcast, shady or twilight skies. Tungsten For recording under
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    the or button to select . 2 Aim the camera at a piece of white paper or cloth and press the DISP. 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 3 Press the button
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    correct white balance may not be obtained when the exposure setting is incorrect (image appears completely black or white). z Shoot with the same settings as when reading the white balance data. The white balance data is retained even after the camera power is turned off. Various Shooting Methods
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    bold colors. Neutral Tones down the contrast and color saturation to record neutral hues. Sepia Records in sepia tones. B/W Records in black and white. Custom Color Use this option to adjust contrast, sharpness and saturation before shooting. //// 1 Select a My Colors setting. 1. Press
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    119 2 Adjust the setting. 1. Press the DISP. button. 2. Use the or button to select [Contrast], [Sharpness] or [Saturation]. 3. Use the or button to adjust the setting. • The adjustment results show in the LCD monitor. Select an item Adjust • If you press the DISP. button, you will return to
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    . Off - Grid Lines Displays grid lines to divide the screen into 9 parts. Helps confirm the vertical and horizontal positioning of the subject. Helps confirm the print area for L-size or postcard size in 3:2 3:2 Guide aspect ratio*. Areas outside the printable area are grayed out. * Images are
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    Various Shooting Methods 121 Categorizing Images Automatically (Auto Category) Available Shooting Modes p. 222 If you set Auto Category to [On], images are automatically sorted into preset categories as they are recorded. For images shot in , or mode, or images with People faces detected when in
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    use when shooting with the button. Menu Item Not Assigned White Balance Custom White Balance Page - p. 115 p. 116 Menu Item Red-Eye Corr. Digital Tele-converter DISP. Overlay Display Off Page p. 95 p. 64 p. 120 p. 123 1 Select [Set button]. 1. Press the MENU button. 2. In the menu, use the
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    123 Using the Button 1 Press the button. • , , : Each time that the button is pressed, the settings of the registered functions are switched. • : The corresponding setup screen is displayed. • : Each press of the button records the white balance data. Ensure that the white paper or cloth
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    image. Please also see Viewing Still Images (p. 18). Viewing Magnified Images 1 Press the zoom lever toward . • A magnified portion of the image will display. • Images can be magnified up to a factor of approximately 10x. Approximate location of the displayed area 2 Use the , , or button to move
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    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
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    126 Checking the Focus and People's 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
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    displayed prominently and the display size and display position can be changed. 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 only one face is detected, pressing the button will return the
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    128 Switching Frames 2 Press the button. • When multiple faces are detected, the position of the orange colored frame will change each time the button is pressed (when you change the display size, the orange frame will adjust to the size of the face). • When multiple in-focus frames are displayed,
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    to Images When you have many images recorded onto a memory card, it is handy to use the search keys below 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. • You can
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    130 3 Display the Images. 1. Press the or button. • Pressing the MENU button cancels the setting. • Press the FUNC./SET button to display the movie control panel (p. 133) when the is selected . Number of images matching search key To Return to Single Image Playback: Press the MENU button.
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    131 Organizing Images by Category (My Category) You can organize images into prepared categories. Once organized into categories, you can jump to and display the image you want (p. 129). You can also organize one image into multiple categories. Category information recorded with the [Auto Category
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    132 Viewing Movies 1 Display a movie. 1. Use the or button to select a movie. 2. Press the button. • Images with a icon are movies. 2 Play the movie. 1. Use the or button to select . 2. Press the button. Movie Control Panel • The movie will pause if you press the FUNC./SET button during
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    Control Panel Exit Print Ends playback and returns to single image playback. An icon will display when a printer is connected. See the Direct Print User Guide for details. Play Play. Slow Motion You can use the button to slow down or the button to speed up playback. First Frame Displays the
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    orientations with each press of 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. The orientation is recorded in the image.
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    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
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    136 Automated Playback (Slide Shows) Use this feature to automatically play back all of the images in the memory card. The LCD monitor displays each image for approximately 3 seconds. No transition effect. The new image gradually brightens as it moves upward from the bottom. The
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    137 In single image playback mode, you can start a slide show from the current image displayed by holding the FUNC./SET button while you press the button. Playback/Erasing Red-Eye Correction Function You can correct red eyes in recorded images. Red eyes may not be automatically detected in
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    138 2 Select an image. 1. Use the or button to select the image you wish to correct red eyes. 2. Press the button. • A frame will automatically display where red-eye is detected. • If red-eye is not automatically detected, select [Add Frame] with the , , or button and press FUNC./SET button (p. 140
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    . z Red-eye correction cannot be performed on . z Overwriting cannot be performed on protected images. 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
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    . 2 Adjust the position of the correction frame. 1. Use the , , or button to move the frame. • 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 add
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    141 Removing Correction Frames 1 Select [Remove Frame]. 1. Use the , , or button to select [Remove Frame]. 2. Press the button. Playback/Erasing 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
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    Images You can resave images that were recorded at high recording pixel settings at lower settings. 1600 × 1200 pixels 640 × 480 pixels 320 × 240 pixels 1 Select [Resize]. 1. Press the MENU button. 2. In a resolution cannot be selected due to a lack of free space on the memory card, will display.
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    Playback/Erasing 143 4 Save the image. 1. Use the or button to select [OK]. 2. Press the button. • The resized image will be saved in a new file. The original image will remain. • If you wish to continue resizing of another image, repeat operations from Step 2. 5 Display the saved image. 1. Press
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    144 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 MENU button. 2. In the menu, use the or button to select . 3. Press the button. 2 Select an image. 1. Use the
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    145 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
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    146 Protecting Images You can protect important images and movies from accidental erasure. 1 Select [Protect]. 1. Press the MENU button. 2. In the menu, use the or button to select . 3. Press the button. 2 Protect an image. 1. Use the or button to select an image to protect. 2. Press the button. •
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    /Erasing 147 Erasing All Images You can erase images from a memory card. z Note that erased images cannot be recovered. Exercise adequate • To exit instead of erasing, select [Cancel]. Please format the memory card when you want to erase not only image data but also all the data contained on the
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    p. 43. Setting the DPOF Print Settings You can select images on a memory card for printing and specify the number of print copies in advance using the camera. The settings used on the camera comply with the Digital Print Order Format (DPOF) standards. This is extremely convenient for printing on
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    Print Settings/Transfer Settings 149 1 Select [Print Settings]. 1. Press the button. 2. Press the MENU 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
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    150 Single Images When [Print Type] (p. 148) is set to [Standard] or [Both], the number of copies can be set. 1 Select [Select Images & Qty.]. 1. Press the button. 2. Press the MENU button. 3. Use the or button to select the menu. 4. Use the or button to select [Select Images & Qty.]. 5. Press the
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    151 All the Images on a Memory Card One copy of every image will be set to print. 1 Select [Select 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, press the button, confirm
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    to specify settings for images before downloading to a computer. Refer to the Software Starter Guide for instructions on how to transfer images to your computer. The settings used on the camera comply with the DPOF standards. The icon may display for a memory card with transfer settings set by
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    153 Single Images 3 Select an image to transfer. 1. Use the or button to select an image to transfer. 2. Press the button. • Pressing the FUNC./SET button again deselects the setting. • You can also select images in the index playback mode. 3. Press the MENU button several times. Transfer
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    after the 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 MENU button. 2. Use the or button to select the menu
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    155 3 Press the MENU button. The power saving function will not activate during a slide show or while the camera is connected to a computer. Configuring the Camera
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    Low Level Format] and the or button to add a check mark. • You can stop formatting a memory card when [Low Level Format] is selected by pressing the FUNC./SET button. You can still use a memory card without problem when formatting is halted, but its data will be erased. Low Level Format We recommend
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    the 7-digit number for the last recorded folder and image on the memory card is utilized as the basis for new images. 1 Select [File Numbering]. 1. Press the MENU button. 2. Use the or button to select the menu. 3. Use the or button to select [File Numbering]. Configuring the Camera 2 Make
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    folder. New Folder Created Memory Card Exchanged for Another Memory Card 1 Memory Card 1 Memory Card 2 Continuous Auto Reset Memory Card 1 Memory Card 1 Memory Card 2 • Images may be . • Please refer to the Software Starter Guide for information regarding folder structures or image types.
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    Configuring the Camera 159 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.
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    160 Setting the Day or Time for Automatic Folder Creation 1 Select [Create Folder]. 1. Press the MENU 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
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    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.
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    [Reset All]. 4. Press the button. 2 Make settings. 1. Use the or button to select [OK]. 2. Press the button. 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 [Date/Time], [Language] and [Video System
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    AV cable to the camera's A/V OUT and DIGITAL terminal. • Open the terminal cover by sliding to the left and plug the AV cable in all the way. 3 Plug the other ends of the AV cable to the VIDEO IN and AUDIO IN jacks on the TV. VIDEO Yellow AUDIO Black Connecting to a TV
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    ) • Printing with a direct print compatible printer (p. 174) Camera Camera will not operate. Power is not turned on. z Press the power button (p. 42). Memory card/battery cover is open. z Confirm that the memory card/battery cover is securely closed (p. 11). Batteries are loaded in the z Reload
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    165 Troubleshooting Sounds come from the camera interior. The camera's horizontal/ z The camera's orientation mechanism vertical orientation was is operating. There is no malfunction. changed. When the power is turned on "Card locked!" message appears. The SD memory card's or z When
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    than (flash off) (p. 65). z Set the self-timer and secure the camera to something, such as a tripod (p. 68). appears. This displays when using a memory card that has print settings or transfer settings set by other DPOF-compliant cameras. z These settings will be overwritten by those set by your
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    required, download the images to a computer and erase them from the memory card to make space. Memory card is not formatted correctly. z Format the memory card (p. 156). z If reformatting does not work, the memory card logic circuits may be damaged. Consult the nearest Canon Customer Support Help
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    Shoot with the subject at the correct focusing distance (p. 197). z The camera may be set to an unintended function (such as macro). Cancel the setting is hard to focus on. z Use the focus lock, AF lock or manual focus to shoot (p. 106). Subject in recorded image is too dark. Insufficient light
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    spot metering functions (pp. 110, 114). Too much light is shining z Change the shooting angle. directly into the camera, or is being reflected off the subject. Flash is set to on). (Flash z Push down the flash to Auto ISO Shift, the ISO speed increases and noise can appear. Troubleshooting
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    This is a phenomenon that occurs reflected off dust particles with digital cameras and does not or insects in the air. This is constitute memory card's z To enhance the continuous shooting performance has dropped. performance, you are recommended to low level format the memory card in the camera
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    171 Troubleshooting Recording images to memory card takes a long time. Memory card was formatted in another device. z Use a memory card formatted in your camera (p. 156). Lens will not retract. Memory card/battery cover was opened with power on. z After closing the memory card/battery cover,
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    EX/ImageBrowser Software User Guide (PDF). File name was changed z Set the file name or location on the file with a computer or file format/structure of the camera (refer location was changed. to the Software Starter Guide for details). MENU, DISP., and buttons and the zoom lever are
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    after fully recharging their recharging capacity and depleting them over several has decreased. times. Battery life has been exceeded. z Replace both batteries with new ones. TV monitor output Troubleshooting Image is distorted or not showing on TV monitor. Incorrect video system setting
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    with a direct print compatible printer Cannot print The camera and printer are not properly connected. The printer power is not turned on. The print connection method is not correct. z Securely connect the camera and printer with the specified cable. z Turn on the printer power. z Select [Print
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    you may be able to continue using it (p. 156). However, if this error message appears even when using the supplied memory card, contact your Canon Customer Support Help Desk as there may be a problem with the camera. Memory card full Memory card is full of images and no more can be recorded or saved
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    the camera. Replace both batteries immediately with unused AA-size alkaline batteries or fully charged Canon AA-size NiMH batteries. Also refer to Battery (p. 185). No image. No images recorded on memory card. Image too large. You attempted to play back an image larger than 5616 × 3744 pixels or
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    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 . Cannot process any more. Cannot complete! Could not save a part of the print or transfer settings. Unselectable image You attempted to set
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    . 1000) stored on the memory card. Use a USB card reader or a PCMCIA card adapter to download the images. Lens error, restart camera An error was detected while the lens was in motion, and the power has been automatically turned off. This error can occur if you hold the lens while it is in motion
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    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, battery charger (sold separately) and compact power adapter (sold separately
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    in fire or electrical shock. Immediately turn the camera power off and remove the camera batteries 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
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    water. z Do not attempt to disassemble, alter or apply heat to the batteries. z Avoid dropping or subjecting the batteries to severe impacts that could damage the casing. z Use only recommended batteries and accessories. Failure to follow these precautions may cause explosions or leaks, resulting in
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    182 z Disconnect the battery charger and compact power adapter from both the camera and the power outlet after recharging or when not in use to avoid fire and other hazards. z Do not place anything, such as tablecloths, carpets, bedding or cushions, on top of the battery charger while it is charging
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    of the casing. z When not using the camera for extended periods of time, remove the batteries from the camera or battery charger and store the equipment in a safe place. If the batteries are left inside the camera, damage caused by leakage may occur. z Do not connect compact power adapters or
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    184 Flash z Do not operate the flash with dirt, dust or other items stuck to the surface of the flash. z Be careful not to cover the flash with your fingers or clothing when shooting. The flash may be damaged and emit smoke or noise. The resulting heat build-up could damage the flash. z Do not touch
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    forms on the camera, remove the memory card and battery, and set the camera aside in room temperature to allow the condensation to naturally evaporate before using the camera again. Battery z This camera uses AA-size alkaline batteries or Canon AA-size NiMH batteries (sold separately). While
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    circuited. z When not using the camera for long periods, remove the batteries from the camera and store them separately. If the batteries are left inside the camera, the camera may become damaged from battery leakage. Memory Card z SD Memory Card or SDHC Memory Card Write Protect Tab Write Protect
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    cards that have been formatted in your camera. • The memory card supplied with the camera may be used without further formatting. • When the camera is malfunctioning, a corrupted memory card might be the cause. Reformatting the memory card may solve the problem. • When a non-Canon brand memory card
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    ensure that its contents are completely deleted. When disposing of a memory card, take precautions, such as physically destroying the memory card, to prevent personal information leaks. LCD Monitor z Do not sit in a chair with the camera in your pocket. Doing so may cause malfunction or damage the
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    ) This kit includes a battery charger and four rechargeable AA-size NiMH (nickel metal hydride) batteries. Charge batteries as shown below. To a power outlet To a power outlet Appendix Charge Indicator 4 batteries 2 batteries • After inserting the batteries, plug the charger (CB-5AH) into an
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    them until the battery charger indicator remains lit, this may indicate that the batteries have reached the end of their lifespan. Replace them with new batteries. If you are purchasing new batteries, look for Canon AA-size NiMH batteries. z Leaving batteries in the camera or charger may result in
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    charging time varies according to the ambient temperature and to the battery charge state. z The battery charger may emit noise while charging. This is not a malfunction. Using the AC Adapter Kit ACK800 It is best to power the camera with AC Adapter Kit ACK800 (sold separately) when you are using
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    procedures to affix the camera and High-Power Flash to the supporting bracket. Please read the instructions accompanying the flash along [Flash Mode] is on [Manual] (p. 95) z The flash charge time will lengthen as the battery charge gets weaker. Always set the power/mode switch to off when
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    camera and flash resulting in damage to both. z Before attaching the bracket to the flash, check that the lithium battery battery in the flash. z Non-Use over Extended Periods Leaving batteries in the High-Power Flash could allow the battery fluid to leak, damaging the product. Remove the batteries
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    Date/Time in the Set up menu appears when the camera power is turned on, the date battery charge is low and the date and time setting have been lost. Please purchase a lithium coin battery (CR1220) and replace it as follows. The date battery is preinstalled at the factory and may therefore expire
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    the direction indicated by the arrow. 5 Insert a new battery with the (-) side facing up. (-) side 6 Replace the battery holder. 7 When the Date/Time menu appears, set the date and time (p. 13). After purchasing the camera and turning on the power for the first time, although the Date/Time menu
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    with a 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. LCD Monitor Use a lens blower brush to remove dust and dirt. If necessary, gently
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    SX110 IS (W): Max. wide angle (T): Max. telephoto Camera Effective Pixels : Approx. 9.0 million Image Sensor : 1/2.3-inch type CCD (Total number of pixels: Approx. 10.3 million pixels) Lens : 6.0 (W) - 60 (T) mm (35mm film equivalent: 36 (W) - 360 (T) mm) f/2.8 (W) - f/4.3 (T) Digital Zoom
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    Index) White Balance Built-in Flash Built-in Flash Range : Lens-shift type Continuous/Shoot Only*/Panning*/Off * Still images only. 200/400/ 800/1600 *1 Camera automatically sets the optimal speed according to shooting mode and subject brightness. *2 Camera automatically sets the optimal speed
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    Manual memory card/SDHC memory card/ MultiMediaCard/MMCplus card/HC MMCplus card : Design rule for camera file system and DPOF compliant : Still images: Exif 2.2 (JPEG)* : Movies: AVI (Image data: Motion JPEG; Audio data: WAVE (monaural)) : Sound Memo: WAVE (monaural) * This digital camera supports
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    : 1600 × 1200 pixels Small : 640 × 480 pixels Date Stamp : 1600 × 1200 pixels Widescreen : 3456 × 1944 pixels (Movies) : Standard :640 × 480 pixels (30 frames/sec.) 640 × 480 pixels (30 frames/sec. LP) :320 × 240 pixels (30 frames/sec.) Recording can continue until the memory card is full (can
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    connector (female) with unified type of digital, audio and video*) * mini-B compatible. Audio/Video output: NTSC or PAL selectable, monaural audio Communication Settings : MTP, PTP Power Source : 2 AA-size alkaline batteries 2 AA-size NiMH batteries NB4-300 (sold separately), AC Adapter
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    the flash fired once every two shots and the camera power turned off after every tenth shot. Power is left off for a sufficient amount of time*, then the power is turned back on and the testing procedure is repeated. * Until the battery returns to normal temperature Playback:Normal temperature (23
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    and Estimated Capacities Still Image : Memory card included with the camera Recording Pixels Compression 32 MB 2 GB 8 GB (Large) 3456 × 2592 pixels 7 499 1996 12 841 3364 26 1707 6822 (Medium 1) 2816 × 2112 pixels 10 714 2855 17 1181 4723 37 2363 9446 (Medium 2) 2272 × 1704
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    204 Movie Standard Compact Recording Pixels/ Frame Rate 640 × 480 pixels 30 frames/sec. 640 × 480 pixels 30 frames/sec. LP 320 × 240 pixels 30 frames/sec. 160 × 120 pixels 15 frames/sec. : Memory card included with the camera 32 MB 2 GB 8 GB 15 sec. 16 min. 47 sec. 1 hr. 7 min. 6 sec. 30
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    Compatible with SD memory card standards 32.0 × 24.0 × 2.1 mm (1.3 × 0.9 × 0.1 in.) Approx. 2 g (0.07 oz.) NiMH Battery NB-3AH (Supplied with the separately sold NiMH Battery NB4-300 set or the Battery and Charger Kit CBK4-300) Type AA-size nickel metal hydride battery Nominal Voltage 1.2 V DC
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    four NB-3AH batteries *2 When charging two NB-3AH batteries loaded one on each side of the battery charger Compact Power Adapter CA-PS800 (Included with the separately sold AC Adapter Kit ACK800 Rated Input 100 - 240 V AC (50/60 Hz) Rated Output 3.15 V DC, 2.0 A Operating Temperatures 0 - 40
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    Guide 40 Compression 71 Computer Connecting the Camera ........29 Downloading 27 System Requirements .......... 27 Continuous Shooting 93 Control Dial 43 Create Folder 159 D Date Battery 194 Date Stamp 22 Date/Time 13 Default Value 162 Digital Tele-Converter 61 Digital Zoom 61
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    Monitor Display 58 Lens Retract 57 List of Messages 175 M M 87 Macro 67 Manual Focus Mode 108 Memory Card Estimated Capacities .......... 203 Formatting 156 Menu FUNC. Menu 52 Play Menu 55 Print Menu 55 Rec. Menu 53 Set up Menu 56 Setting 46 Metering Mode 114 MF-Point Zoom 53, 108
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    16 Recording Pixel 70, 92 Red-Eye Corr 95 Red-Eye Correction 137 Red-Eye Lamp 95 Reset All 162 Resize 142 Resume 18 Resume Playback 18 Review 54 Review Info 54 Rotate 134 S Safety FE 95 Safety MF 109 Safety Shift 84 Safety Zoom 62 Self-Timer 68 Shooting Mode 77 Functions Available
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    210 MEMO
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    211 MEMO
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    212 MEMO
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    213 MEMO
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    214 MEMO
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    215 MEMO
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    216 MEMO
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    217 MEMO
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    218 MEMO
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    219 MEMO
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    the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the digital camera must be used with this equipment in order to comply with Class B limits in Subpart B of Part 15 of the FCC rules. Do not make any changes or modifications to the equipment unless otherwise specified in the manual
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    errors or omissions. • Canon reserves the right to change the specifications of the hardware and software described herein at anytime without prior notice. • No part of this guide camera, the software, SD memory cards (SD cards), personal computers, peripheral devices, or use of non-Canon SD cards.
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    Metering System (p. 114) Center-weighted Average Spot Number of Recording Pixels (still images) (p. 70) Compression (still images) (p. 71) Shift (movies) (p. 91) Normal Shooting Zone (p. 67) Macro Normal + Macro Manual Focus (p. 108) Face Select and Track (p. 104) Flash (p. 65) Auto8)
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    Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode 223 4
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    Point Zoom (p. 108) Safety MF (p. 109) AF Mode (p. 100) Continuous Single AF-assist Beam (p. 53) Review (Rec. review) (p. 54) Review Info set by the camera. - :Not available. 1) Set to optimum value depending on each shooting mode. 2) Set to continuous shooting LV in manual focus or Fireworks
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    Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode 225 10) {10) - - {10) {10 12
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Camera User Guide
ENGLISH
Ensure that you read the Safety Precautions (pp. 179 – 188).
Getting Started
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