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    Camera User Guide • Make sure you read this guide, including the "Safety Precautions" section, before using the camera. • Reading this guide will help you learn to use the camera properly. • Store this guide safely so that you can use it in the future. ENGLISH
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    . Camera AA Alkaline Batteries (x2) Interface Cable IFC-400PCU Wrist Strap WS-800 DIGITAL CAMERA Solution Disk* (CD-ROM) Getting Started * Contains software and PDF manuals (=25). • A memory card is not included (see below). Warranty Card Compatible Memory Cards The following memory cards
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    and review some test shots initially to make sure the images were recorded correctly. Please note that Canon Inc., its subsidiaries and affiliates, and its distributors are not liable for any consequential damages arising from any malfunction of a camera or accessory, including memory cards, that
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    in This Guide Microphone Lamp Lens Zoom lever Shooting: / Playback: / Strap mount Shutter button Power button Mode dial Flash Speaker Date/time battery holder Tripod socket Memory card/battery cover Lock release switch DC coupler
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    , and perform other operations. Most of these operations are also possible with the buttons. • For convenience, all supported memory cards are simply referred to as "the memory card". • The tabs shown above titles indicate whether the function is used for still images, movies, or both
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    14 Trying the Camera Out 20 Included Software, PDF Manuals 25 Accessories 32 Advanced Guide 33 1 Camera Basics 33 On/Off 34 Shutter Button 35 Shooting Modes 36 Shooting Display Options 36 FUNC. Menu 37 MENU Menu 38 Indicator Display 40 Clock 40 2 Smart Auto Mode 41 Shooting (Smart Auto
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    139 7 Setting Menu 141 Adjusting Basic Camera Functions 142 8 Accessories 155 Replacing the Date/Time Battery 156 Optional Accessories 157 Using Optional Accessories........159 Printing Images 166 Using an Eye-Fi Card 179 9 Appendix 181 Troubleshooting 182 On-Screen Messages 186 On-Screen
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    Effect (= 72) Miniature Effect (= 72) Toy Camera Effect (= 74) Monochrome (= 75) zzWhere sound and flash are not allowed (Discreet Mode 76 zzWhile adjusting image settings (Live View Control 66 zzFocus on faces 42, 67, 93 zzWith myself in the shot (Self-Timer 50, 69 zzAdd date stamps 52 8
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    (Playback Mode 110 zzAutomatic playback (Slideshow 118 zzOn a TV 159 zzOn a computer 26 zzBrowse through images quickly 114 zzErase images 124 E Shoot/View Movies zzShoot movies 42, 77 zzView movies (Playback Mode 110 c Print zzPrint pictures 166 Save zzSave images to a computer 26 9
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    the guides included with any separately sold accessories you result in asphyxiation. Date/time battery: Dangerous if camera interior, immediately turn the camera off and remove the batteries. • Use only the recommended batteries. • Do not place the batteries near or in direct flame. The batteries
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    camera in places where use of electronic devices is restricted, such as inside airplanes and medical facilities. • Do not play the supplied CD-ROM(s) in any CD player that does not support on the lens. This could lead to injury or damage the camera. • explosion of the batteries, resulting in
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    or explosions. • Do not charge batteries of different types at the same time, or use older batteries together with newer batteries. • Do not insert the batteries with the + and - terminals reversed. This may cause the product to malfunction. • When putting the camera in your bag, ensure that hard
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    Basic Guide Gives basic instructions, from initial preparations to shooting, playback, and saving on a computer 13
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    the threaded end ( ). zzThe strap can also be attached to the left side of the camera. Holding the Camera zzPlace the strap around your wrist. zzWhen shooting, keep your arms close to your body and hold the camera securely to prevent it from moving. If you have raised the flash, do not rest your
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    Inserting the Batteries and Memory Card Insert the included batteries and a memory card (sold separately). Note that before using a new memory card (or a memory card formatted in another device), you should format the memory card with this camera (= 146). 1 Check the card's write-protect
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    in cameras than alkaline batteries do, especially in cold weather. • For guidelines on how many shots or hours of recording are possible with various batteries, see "Specifications" (=203). Removing the Memory Card zzOpen the cover and push the memory card in until it clicks, and then slowly release
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    is used when you manage images by shooting date or print images showing the date. You can also add a date stamp to shots, if you wish (=52). 1 Turn the camera on. zzPress the power button. XXThe [Date/Time] screen is displayed. 2 Set the date and time. zzPress the buttons to choose an option
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    the date/time battery is depleted, the [Date/Time] screen will be displayed when you turn the camera on. Follow the steps on = 17 to set the date and time. • If the [Date/Time] screen is displayed each time you turn the camera on, even after you have set the date and time correctly, replace the date
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    is displayed if you wait too long in step 2 after pressing the button before you press the button. In this case, press the button to dismiss the time display and repeat step 2. • You can also change the display language by pressing the button and choosing [Language ] on the [3] tab
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    Follow these instructions to turn the camera on, shoot still images or movies, and then view them. Shooting (Smart Auto) For fully automatic selection of the optimal settings for specific scenes, simply let the camera determine the subject and shooting conditions. 1 Turn the camera on. zzPress
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    , press the button to raise the flash. It will fire when shooting. If you prefer not to use the flash, push it down with your finger, into the camera. Shoot. zzPress the shutter button all the way down. XXAs the camera shoots, a shutter sound is played, and in low-light conditions, the flash
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    Trying the Camera Out Elapsed Time Shooting Movies Start shooting. zzPress the movie button. The camera beeps once as recording begins, and [ Rec] is displayed with the elapsed time. XXBlack bars displayed on the top and bottom edges of the screen indicate image areas not recorded. XXFrames
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    Trying the Camera Out Viewing After shooting images or movies, you can view them on the screen as clockwise. zzPress and hold the buttons to browse through images quickly. Images appear grainy at this time. zzTo access Scroll Display mode, turn the dial rapidly. In this mode, turn the
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    Trying the Camera Out Volume 3 Play movies. zzPress the button to access the movie control [ ] is displayed. zzTo adjust the volume, press the buttons. • To switch to Shooting mode from Playback mode, press the shutter button halfway. Erasing the Images You can choose and erase
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    Included Software, PDF Manuals The software and PDF manuals on the included DIGITAL CAMERA Solution Disk (CD-ROM) (=2) are introduced below, with instructions for installation, and saving images to a computer. Software After installing the software on the CD-ROM, you can do the following things on
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    the following computers. Adobe Reader is required to view the PDF manuals. Operating System Windows Windows 7 SP1 Windows Vista SP2 may take some time, depending on computer performance. • Check the Canon website for the latest system requirements, including supported OS versions. 26
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    Included Software, PDF Manuals Installing the Software Windows 7 and Mac OS X 10.6 are used here for the sake of illustration. Using the software auto update function, you can update to the latest version and download new functions via the Internet (some software excluded), so be sure to install the
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    the computer, refer to the computer user manual. 4 Install the files. zzTurn the camera on, and follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation process. XXThe software will connect to the Internet to update to the latest version and download new functions. Installation may take some
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    , PDF Manuals • When not connected to the Internet, there are the following limitations. - The screen in step 3 will not be displayed. - Some functions may not be installed. • The first time you connect the camera to the computer, drivers will be installed, so it may take a few minutes until camera
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    , PDF Manuals zzChoose [Downloads Images From Canon Camera using Canon CameraWindow] and then click [OK]. CameraWindow zzDouble click [ ]. 3 Save the images to the computer. zzClick [Import Images from Camera], and then click [Import Untransferred Images]. XXImages are now saved to the Pictures
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    Included Software, PDF Manuals • In Windows 7, if the screen in step 2 is not displayed, click the [ ] icon in the taskbar. • To start CameraWindow in Windows Vista or XP, click [Downloads Images From Canon Camera using Canon CameraWindow] on the screen displayed when you turn the camera on in step
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    Accessories Wrist Strap WS-800 AA Alkaline Batteries (x2) DIGITAL CAMERA Solution Disk Interface Cable IFC-400PCU*1 Flash Unit Memory Card Card Reader Cable Windows/ Macintosh Computer High-Power Flash HF-DC2*2 Power HDMI Cable HTC-100 Stereo AV Cable AVC-DC400ST TV/ Video System Canon
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    1 Advanced Guide Camera Basics Practical guide that introduces other camera basics and describes shooting and playback options 33
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    screen and prepare for shooting when the screen is off but the lens is still out, press the shutter button halfway (=35). Power Saving in Playback Mode The camera turns itself off automatically after about five minutes of inactivity. • Adjust the timing of automatic camera and screen deactivation as
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    be out of focus if you shoot without initially pressing the shutter button halfway. • Length of shutter sound playback varies depending on the time required for the shot. It may take longer in some shooting scenes, and images will be blurry if you move the camera (or the subject moves) before the
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    , Av, and M Modes Take a variety of shots using your preferred settings (=79, 103). Auto Mode Fully automatic shooting, with camera-determined settings (=20, 42). Special Scene Mode Shoot with optimal settings for specific scenes (=67). Creative Filters Mode Add a variety of effects to images when
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    used functions through the FUNC. menu as follows. Note that menu items and options vary depending on the shooting mode (=194 - 195). 1 Access the FUNC. menu. zzPress the button. 2 Choose a menu . • To undo any accidental setting changes, you can restore the camera's default settings (=152). 37
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    [4], playback [1], and so on. Note that available settings vary depending on the selected shooting or playback mode (=196 - 200). 1 Access the menu. zzPress the button. 2 Choose a tab. zzMove the zoom lever to choose a tab. zzAfter you have pressed the buttons to choose a tab initially
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    the button to return to the screen displayed before you pressed the button in step 1. • To undo any accidental setting changes, you can restore the camera's default settings (=152). 39
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    never turn the camera off, open the memory card/battery cover, or shake or jolt the camera, which may corrupt images or damage the camera or memory card. Clock You can check the current time. zzPress and hold the button. XXThe current time appears. zzIf you hold the camera vertically while using
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    2 Smart Auto Mode Convenient mode for easy shots with greater control over shooting 41
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    Movies For fully automatic selection at optimal settings for specific scenes, simply let the camera determine the subject and shooting conditions. 1 Turn the camera on. zzPress the power button. XXThe startup screen is displayed. Zoom Bar 2 Enter mode. zzSet the mode dial to . zzAim the
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    screen, press the button to raise the flash. It will fire when shooting. If you prefer not to use the flash, push it down with your finger, into the camera. Shoot. zzPress the shutter button all the way down. XXAs the camera shoots, a shutter sound is played, and in low-light conditions when you
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    sound of camera operations will be recorded, and movies shot at zoom factors shown in shooting. zzPress the movie button again to stop shooting. The camera beeps twice as recording stops. zzRecording will stop automatically when the memory card becomes full. Still Images/Movies • To restore camera
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    camera only beeps once when you press the shutter button halfway. For details on the focusing range (shooting range), see "Specifications" (=203). • To reduce red wait, or release it and press it again. Movies Microphone • Keep your fingers away from the microphone while shooting movies. Blocking
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    *1 Not displayed for movies. *2 Displayed in dark scenes when the camera is held still, as when mounted on a tripod. • Try shooting in mode (=79) if the scene icon does not match actual shooting conditions, or if it is not possible to shoot with your expected effect, color, or brightness. 46
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    reducing strong camera shake, as when shooting while camera shake, and horizontal stabilization stops. Similarly, when you follow subjects moving vertically, image stabilization only counteracts horizontal camera shake. • To cancel image stabilization, set [IS Mode] to [Off] (=101). In this case
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    on the screen. • When you are pressing the shutter button halfway and the camera detects subject movement, a blue frame is displayed, and the focus and image brightness are constantly adjusted (Servo AF). • Try shooting in mode (=79) if no frames are displayed, if frames are not displayed
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    (=55) and zoom factors. In this case, the zoom factor is shown in blue. • Focal length when optical and digital zoom are combined is as follows (35mm film equivalent). 28 - 1792 mm (28 - 448 mm with optical zoom alone) • To deactivate digital zoom, press the button, choose [Digital Zoom] on the
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    , you can include yourself in group photos or other timed shots. The camera will shoot about 10 seconds after you press the camera will play a selftimer sound. XXTwo seconds before the shot, the blinking and sound will speed up. (The lamp will remain lit in case the flash fires.) zzTo cancel shooting
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    Common, Convenient Features Still Images Movies Using the Self-Timer to Avoid Camera Shake This option delays shutter release until about two seconds after you have pressed the shutter button. If the camera is unsteady while you are pressing the shutter button, it will not affect your shot.
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    when the memory card becomes full. • When a delay longer than two seconds is specified, two seconds before the shot, the lamp blinking and self-timer sound will speed up. (The lamp will remain lit in case the flash fires.) Adding a Date Stamp Still Images The camera can add the shooting date to
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    with one as follows. However, adding a date stamp this way to images that already have one may cause it to be printed twice. - Use the included software to print For details, refer to the Software Guide (=25). - Print using printer functions (=166) - Use camera DPOF print settings (=173) to print
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    37). XXOnce the setting is complete, the screen aspect ratio will be updated. zzTo restore the original setting, repeat this process but choose [ 5 x 7-inch or postcard sizes. Native aspect ratio of the camera screen, also used for display on standarddefinition televisions or similar display devices
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    , as follows. For guidelines on how many shots at each resolution setting can fit on a memory card, see "Specifications" (=203). Configure the setting. zzPress the button, choose [ ] in Based on Paper Size (for 4:3 Images) A2 (16.5 x 23.4 in.) zz[ ]: For e-mailing images. A3 - A5 (11
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    and then press the button (=38). 2 Configure the setting. zzChoose [Red-Eye Corr.], and then choose [On] (=38). XXOnce the setting is complete, choose [Off]. • Red-eye correction may be applied to image areas other than eyes (if the camera misinterprets red eye makeup as red pupils, for example
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    length at each level of image quality that will fit on a memory card, see "Specifications" (=203). Quality Resolution Frame Rate 1280 x 720 25 fps* 640 x 480 30 fps * [ ] movies are played back at 30 fps. Details For shooting in HD For shooting in standard definition • In [ ] mode, black
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    Image Customization Features Movies Using the Wind Filter Distorted audio caused by recording when the wind is strong can be reduced. However, the recording may sound unnatural when this option is used when there is no wind. Configure the setting. zzPress the button, choose [Wind Filter] on the
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    Features Displaying Grid Lines Still Images Movies Grid lines can be displayed on the screen for vertical and horizontal reference while shooting. Configure the setting. zzPress the button, choose [Grid Lines] on the [4] tab, and then choose [On] (=38). XXOnce the setting is complete
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    magnified when you press the shutter button halfway if a face was not detected, if the person is too close to the camera and their face is too large for the screen, or if the camera detects subject movement. • The display will not magnify when using the digital zoom (=49) or Tracking AF (=94). 60
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    Configure the setting. zzPress the button, choose [Blink Detection] on the [4] tab, and then choose [On] (=38). 2 Shoot. XXA frame, accompanied by [ ], is displayed when the camera detects a person whose eyes are closed. zzTo restore the original setting, choose [Off] in step 1. • When you have
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    Customizing Camera Operation Customize shooting functions on the [4] tab of the menu as follows. For instructions on menu repeat this process but choose [On]. Still Images Deactivating the Red-Eye Reduction Lamp You can deactivate the red-eye reduction lamp that lights up to reduce redeye when the
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    button, choose [Review] on the [4] tab, and then choose the desired option (=38). zzTo restore the original setting, repeat this process but choose [2 sec.]. Quick 2 - 10 sec. Hold Off Displays images only until you can shoot again. Displays images for the specified time. Displays images until
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    Focus Check Displays only the image. Displays shooting details (=190). Shows the area in the AF frame magnified, enabling you to check the focus. Follow the steps in "Checking the Focus" (=113). • This setting is set to [Off] and cannot be changed when [Review] (=63) is set to [Quick] or [Off
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    3 Other Shooting Modes Shoot more effectively in various scenes, and take shots enhanced with unique image effects or captured using special functions 65
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    to choose a setting item, and then press the buttons or turn the dial to adjust the value as you watch the screen. zzPress the button. 3 Shoot. For brighter images, adjust the level to the right, and for darker images, adjust it to the left. For more vivid images, adjust the level
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    button, choose [I] in the menu, and then choose a shooting mode (= 37). 3 Shoot. Still Images Movies I Shoot portraits (Portrait) zzTake shots of people with a softening effect. Still Images Shoot under low light (Low Light) zzShoot with minimal camera shake and subject blur even in low-light
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    snowy backgrounds. Still Images Movies tShoot fireworks (Fireworks) zzVivid shots of fireworks. • In [t] mode, mount the camera on a tripod or take other measures to keep it still and prevent camera shake. Additionally, you should set [IS Mode] to [Off] when using a tripod or other means to
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    the Face Self-Timer Still Images The camera will shoot about two seconds after detecting that the face of another person (such as the photographer) has entered the shooting area (= 93). This is useful when including yourself in group photos or similar shots. 1 Choose [ ]. zzFollow steps 1 - 2 on
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    Special Modes for Other Purposes • Even if your face is not detected after you join the others in the shooting area, the camera will shoot about 15 seconds later. • To change the number of shots, after choosing [ ] in steps 1 - 2 on =69, press the button, and then either press the buttons
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    Filters) Add a variety of effects to images when shooting. 1 Enter < > mode. zzSet the mode dial to < >. 2 Choose a shooting mode. zzPress the button, choose [ ] in the menu, and then choose a shooting mode (=37). 3 Shoot. Still Images Shoot in vivid colors (Super Vivid) zzShots in rich
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    Image Effects (Creative Filters) Still Images Shooting with a Fish-Eye Lens Effect (Fish-eye Effect) Shoot with the distorting effect of a fish-eye lens. 1 Choose [ ]. zzFollow steps 1 - 2 on =71 and choose [ ]. 2 Choose an effect level. zzPress the button, choose an effect level (either press
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    to return to the shooting screen, and then shoot. Playback Speed and Estimated Playback Time (for OneMinute Clips) Speed Playback Time Approx. 12 sec. Approx. 6 sec. Approx. 3 sec. • The zoom is not available when shooting movies. Be sure to set the zoom before shooting. • Try taking some
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    dial), and then press the button again. XXA preview is shown of how your shot will look with the effect applied. 3 Shoot. Standard Shots resemble toy camera images. Warm Images have a warmer tone than with [Standard]. Cool Images have a cooler tone than with [Standard]. • Try taking some
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    Image Effects (Creative Filters) Still Images Shooting in Monochrome Shoot images in black and white, sepia, or blue and white. Movies B/W Sepia Blue 1 Choose [ ]. zzFollow steps 1 shot will look with the effect applied. 3 Shoot. Black and white shots. Sepia tone shots. Blue and white shots. 75
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    Discreet Mode Still Images Movies Shoot without activating camera sounds, the flash, or lamp as follows. Use this mode where camera sounds, the flash, and lights are prohibited. 1 Enter < > mode. zzSet the mode dial to < >. 2 Shoot. • In < > mode, even playback sounds are muted. Sounds of
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    the movie button again. Movies Locking or Changing Image Brightness Before Shooting Before shooting, you can lock the exposure or change it in 1/3-stop increments within a range of -2 to +2. 1 Lock the exposure. zzAfter releasing the shutter button, press the button to lock the exposure. The
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    Various Movies Movies Shooting iFrame Movies Shoot movies that can be edited with iFrame-compatible software displayed on the top and bottom edges of the screen indicate image areas not recorded. 2 Shoot (=77). • The resolution is [ ] (=57) and cannot be changed. • iFrame is a video format
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    4 P Mode More discerning shots, in your preferred shooting style • Instructions in this chapter apply to the camera with the mode dial set to mode. • : Program AE; AE: Auto Exposure • Before using a function introduced in this chapter in modes other than , make sure
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    style. 1 Enter mode. zzSet the mode dial to . 2 Customize the settings as desired (=81 - 101), and then shoot. • If adequate exposure cannot be obtained when you press the shutter button halfway, shutter speeds and aperture values are displayed in orange. To obtain adequate
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    the exposure. zzAim the camera at the subject to shoot with the exposure locked. With the shutter button pressed halfway, press the button. XX[ ] is displayed, and the exposure is locked. zzTo unlock AE, release the shutter button and press the button again. In this case, [ ] is no longer
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    exposure to match the shooting conditions. Center Weighted Avg. Determines the average brightness of light across the entire image area, calculated by treating brightness in the central area as more important. Spot Metering restricted to within the [ ] (Spot AE Point frame), displayed in the
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    adjusts the ISO speed to suit the shooting mode and conditions. Low For shooting outdoors in fair weather. For shooting in cloudy conditions, or at twilight. High For shooting night scenes, or in dark rooms. • To view the automatically set ISO speed when the camera is set to [ ], press the shutter
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    colored fluorescent lighting. Fluorescent For shooting under warm-white (or similarly colored) or coolwhite fluorescent lighting. Fluorescent H For shooting under daylight fluorescent lighting. fluorescent and similarly colored Custom For manually setting a custom white balance (=85
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    shot, adjust white balance to suit the light source where you are shooting. Set the white balance under the same light source that will illuminate your shot. zzFollow the steps on =84 to choose [ ]. zzAim the camera at a plain white subject, so that the entire screen is white. Press the
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    sepia tone images. Creates black and white images. Combines the effects of Vivid Blue, Vivid Green, and Vivid Red to produce intense yet subjects more vivid. Emphasizes reds in images. Makes red subjects more vivid. Adjust contrast, sharpness, color saturation, and other qualities as desired (=87).
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    Color and Continuous Shooting • White balance (=84) cannot be set in [ ] or [ ] modes. • With [ skin tones. Still Images Movies Custom Color Choose the desired level of image contrast, sharpness, color saturation, red, green, blue, and skin tones in a range of 1 - 5. 1 Access the setting screen
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    you press the shutter button halfway. Continuous Continuous shooting and focusing. Shooting AF [AF Frame] is set to [Center] and cannot be changed. Continuous Shooting LV* Continuous shooting, with the focus fixed at the position determined in manual focusing. In [t] mode, focus is determined by
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    self-timer (=50) or [Blink Detection] (= 61). • Shooting may stop momentarily or continuous shooting may slow down depending on shooting conditions, camera settings, and the zoom position. • As more shots are taken, shooting may slow down. • Shooting may slow down if the flash fires. • Continuous
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    • In the yellow bar display area below the zoom bar, [e] will turn gray and the camera will not focus. • To prevent camera shake, try mounting the camera on a tripod and shooting with the camera set to [[] (=51). Still Images Shooting in Manual Focus Mode Movies When focusing is not possible in
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    Shooting Range and Focusing camera fine-tune the focal position (Safety MF). • AF frame mode or size cannot be changed while focusing manually (=92). If you want to change the AF frame mode or size, cancel manual focus mode first. • Focusing is possible when using the digital zoom (=49) or digital
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    Shooting Range and Focusing Still Images Movies Digital Tele-Converter The focal length of the lens can be increased by approximately 1.6x or 2.0x. This can reduce camera shake because the shutter speed is faster than it would be if you zoomed (including using digital zoom) in to the same zoom
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    zoom (=49) or digital tele-converter (=92), and in manual focus mode (=90). • To compose shots so that subjects are positioned at the edge or in a corner, first aim the camera to capture the subject in an AF frame, and then hold the shutter button halfway down. As you continue to hold the shutter
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    may misinterpret non-human subjects as faces. • No AF frames are displayed if the camera cannot focus when you press the shutter button halfway. Still Images Choosing Subjects to Focus On (Tracking AF) Shoot after choosing a subject to focus on as follows. 1 Choose [Tracking AF]. zzFollow the steps
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    ). zzPress the shutter button all the way down to shoot. XXEven after your shot, [ ] is still displayed and the camera continues to track the subject. • [Servo AF] too closely. • [AF-Point Zoom] on the [4] tab is not available. • [e] is not available. • The camera can detect subjects even if
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    this case, the Release the shutter button, and then press it halfway again. • AF lock shooting is not available. • [AF-Point Zoom photo On opportunities, because the camera constantly focuses on subjects until you press the shutter button halfway. Off Conserves battery power, because the camera
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    Range and Focusing Still Images Movies Shooting with the AF Lock The focus can be locked. After you lock the focus, the focal position will not change even when you release your finger from the shutter button. 1 Lock the focus. zzWith the shutter button pressed halfway, press the button
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    Press the button to raise the flash, then configure the setting. Shooting with Slow Synchro Still Images With this option, the flash fires to the brightness of the main subject (such as people) while the camera shoots at a slow shutter speed to increase the brightness of the background
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    Flash 3 Shoot. zzEven after the flash fires, ensure that the main subject does not move until the shutter sound is finished playing. • Mount the camera on a tripod or take other measures to keep it still and prevent camera shake. Additionally, you should set [IS Mode] to [Off] when using a tripod or
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    [h] (= 98). 2 Lock the flash exposure. zzAim the camera at the subject to shoot with the exposure locked. With the shutter button pressed halfway, unlock FE, release the shutter button and press the button again. In this case, [ ] is no longer displayed. 3 Compose the shot and shoot. zzAfter one
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    Settings Still Images Changing the Compression Ratio (Image Quality) Choose from two compression ratios, as follows: [ ] (Super Fine), [ ] (Fine). For guidelines on how many shots at each compression ratio can fit on a memory card, see "Specifications" (=203). Configure the setting. zzPress the
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    5 Tv, Av, and M Mode Take smarter, more sophisticated shots • Instructions in this chapter apply to the camera as set to the respective mode. 103
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    [Off] (=101). • Maximum shutter speed with the flash is 1/2000 second. If you specify a faster speed, the camera will automatically reset the speed to 1/2000 second before shooting. • Orange display of aperture values when you press the shutter button halfway indicates that the settings deviate from
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    ( Mode) Set your preferred aperture value before shooting as follows. The camera automatically adjusts the shutter speed to suit your aperture made by the iris in the lens) • To avoid exposure problems in and modes, you can have the camera automatically adjust the shutter speed or
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    and Aperture Values ( Mode) Follow these steps before shooting to set your preferred shutter speed and aperture value to shutter speed or aperture value, the exposure level may change if you adjust the zoom or recompose the shot. • Screen brightness may change depending on your specified shutter
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    can set the flash level in or mode by accessing (=38), choosing [Flash Settings] on the [4] tab, and then setting [Flash Mode] to [Manual]. • You can also access the [Flash Settings] screen as follows. - When the flash is up, press the button and immediately press the button
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    6 Playback Mode Have fun reviewing your shots, and browse or edit them in many ways • To prepare the camera for these operations, press the button to enter Playback mode. • It may not be possible to play back or edit images that were renamed or
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    buttons to browse through images quickly. Images appear grainy at this time. zzTo access Scroll Display mode, turn the dial rapidly. In -image display, press the button. zzTo browse images grouped by shooting date, press the buttons in Scroll Display mode. zzMovies are identified
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    Pause playback. zzTo pause or resume playback, press the button. XXAfter the movie is finished, [ ] is displayed. • To switch to Shooting mode from Playback mode, press the shutter button halfway. • To deactivate Scroll Display, press the button, choose [Scroll Display] on the [1] tab
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    display modes by pressing the button is also possible immediately after you shoot, while your shot is displayed. However, simple information display is not change the initial display mode, press the button and choose [Review Info] on the [4] tab (=64). Still Images Movies Overexposure
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    magnify the area of the image that was in the AF frame at the time of shooting. 1 Access Focus Check. zzPress the button (=112). XXA white frame the image in the orange frame is magnified. 2 Switch frames. zzMove the zoom lever toward once. XXThe screen at left is displayed. zzTo switch to
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    images you are looking for. 1 Display images in an index. zzMove the zoom lever toward to display images in an index. Moving the lever again will of images shown. zzTo display fewer images, move the zoom lever toward . Fewer images are shown each time you move the lever. 2 Choose an image.
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    on a memory card full of images by filtering image display according to your specified conditions. You can also protect (=120) or delete (=124) these images all at once. Favorites Displays images tagged as favorites (=129). Shot Date Displays the images shot on a specific date
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    dial. zzTo exit filtered image display, press the button, and after [Image search canceled] is displayed, press the button. • When the camera has found no corresponding images for some conditions, those conditions will not be available. • To show or hide information, press the button in
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    in and magnify the image. You can magnify images up to about 10x by continuing to hold the zoom lever. zzTo zoom out, move the zoom lever toward . You can return to singleimage display by continuing to hold it. Approximate Position of Displayed Area 2 Move the display position and switch images
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    Viewing Slideshows Automatically play back images from a memory card as follows. 1 Access the setting screen. zzPress the button to stop the slideshow. • The camera's power-saving functions (=34) are deactivated during slideshows. Time] cannot be modified when [Bubble] is chosen in [Effect]. 118
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    to restore single-image display. • Only still images shot with this camera are played back using Smart Shuffle. • Smart Shuffle is not available in the following cases: - There are less than 50 shots taken with this camera - An unsupported image is currently displayed - Images are shown in filtered
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    and a setting as desired (=38). zzTo return to the menu screen, press the button. • Protected images on a memory card will be erased if you format the card (=146, 147). • Protected images cannot be erased using the camera's erasure function. To erase them this way, first cancel protection. 120
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    displayed. zzPress the buttons or turn the dial to choose [OK], and then press the button. • Images will not be protected if you switch to Shooting mode or turn the camera off before finishing the setup process in step 3. 121
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    Protecting Images Selecting a Range 1 Choose [Select Range]. zzFollowing step 2 on =120, choose [Select Range] and press the button. 2 Choose a starting image. zzPress the button. zzPress the buttons or turn the dial to choose an image, and then press the button. 3 Choose an
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    Protecting Images 4 Protect the images. zzPress the button to choose [Protect], and then press the button. • You can also choose the first or last image by turning the dial when the top screen in steps 2 and 3 is displayed. Specifying All Images at Once 1 Choose [Select All Images].
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    Erasing Images Still Images Movies You can choose and erase unneeded images one by one. Be careful when erasing images, because they cannot be recovered. However, protected images (=120) cannot be erased. 1 Choose an image to erase. zzPress the buttons or turn the dial to choose an
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    Erasing Images 2 Choose a selection method. zzChoose a menu item and a setting as desired (=38). zzTo return to the menu screen, press the button. Choosing Images Individually 1 Choose [Select]. zzFollowing step 2 above, choose [Select] and press the button. 2 Choose an image. zzOnce you
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    Erasing Images 2 Choose images. zzFollow steps 2 - 3 on =122 to specify images. 3 Erase the images. zzPress the button to choose [Erase], and then press the button. Specifying All Images at Once 1 Choose [Select All Images]. zzFollowing step 2 in "Choosing a Selection Method" (=125),
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    the buttons or turn the dial to choose an image. zzThe image is rotated 90° each time you press the button. zzTo return to the menu screen, press the button. • Movies with an image quality of [ ] cannot be rotated. • Rotation is not possible when [Auto Rotate] is set to [Off
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    Rotating Images Deactivating Auto Rotation Follow these steps to deactivate automatic rotation by the camera, which rotates images shot in vertical orientation so they are displayed vertically on the camera. zzPress the button, choose [Auto Rotate] on the [1] tab, and then choose [Off] (=38). •
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    the buttons or turn the dial to choose [OK], and then press the button. • Images will not be tagged as favorites if you switch to Shooting mode or turn the camera off before finishing the setup process in step 3. 129
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    by Category (My Category) You can organize images into categories. Note that images are automatically categorized at the time of shooting, according to shooting conditions. : Images with detected faces, or images shot in [I] mode. : Images detected as [ ], [ ], or [ ] in mode. : Images shot
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    the buttons or turn the dial to choose [OK], and then press the button. • Images will not be assigned to a category if you switch to Shooting mode or turn the camera off before finishing the setup process in step 4. 131
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    Image Categories Selecting a Range 1 Choose [Select Range]. zzFollowing step 2 on =130, choose [Select Range] and press the button. 2 Choose images. zzFollow steps 2 - 3 on =122 to specify images. 3 Choose a category. zzPress the button to choose the type of image, and then press the
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    Editing Still Images Still Images Movies • Image editing (=133 - 138) is only available when the memory card has sufficient free space. Resizing Images Save a copy of images at a lower resolution. Still Images 1 Choose [Resize]. zzPress the button and choose [Resize] on the [1]
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    Editing Still Images 5 Review the new image. zzPress the button. [Display new image?] is displayed. zzPress the buttons or turn the dial to choose [Yes], and then press the
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    in the lower right. zzTo resize the frame, move the zoom lever. Preview of Image After Cropping Resolution After Cropping zzTo move switch to the other frame. zzPress the button. 4 Save as a new image and review. zzFollow steps 4 - 5 on =133 - 134. • Editing is not possible for images
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    dial to choose an option, and then press the button. 4 Save as a new image and review. zzFollow steps 4 - 5 on =133 - 134. • Image quality of pictures you repeatedly edit this way will be a little lower each time, and you may not be able to obtain the desired color. • The color of images edited
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    3 Choose an option. zzPress the buttons or turn the dial to choose an option, and then press the button. 4 Save as a new image and review. zzFollow steps 4 - 5 on =133 - 134. • For some images, correction may be inaccurate or may cause images to appear grainy. • Images may look grainy
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    image. zzPress the button. XXRed-eye detected by the camera is now corrected, and frames are displayed around corrected image areas. zzEnlarge or reduce images as needed. Follow the steps in =117. 4 Save as a new image and review. zzPress the buttons or turn the dial to choose
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    ] will only cut the portion from the nearest [ ] to the left, and choosing [ ] will cut the portion from the nearest [ ] to the right. 3 Review the edited movie. zzPress the buttons to choose [ ], and then press the button. The edited movie is now played. zzTo edit the movie again, repeat
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    movie with the cut one, choose [Overwrite] in step 4. In this case, the original movie will be erased. • [Overwrite] is only available when memory cards lack sufficient free space. • Movies may not be saved if the batteries run out while saving is in progress. • When editing movies, you should
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    7 Setting Menu Customize or adjust basic camera functions for greater convenience 141
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    volume with the buttons, as needed. • Sound settings cannot be changed in [ ] mode (=76). Adjusting the Volume Adjust the volume of individual camera sounds as follows. zzChoose [Volume], and then press the button. zzChoose an item, and then press the buttons to adjust the volume
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    Functions Customizing Sounds Customize camera operating sounds as follows. zzChoose [Sound Options], and then press the button. zzChoose an item, and then press the buttons to choose an option. 1 Preset
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    least one second when the shooting screen is displayed or when in single-image display. (This will override the [LCD Brightness] setting on the [3] tab.) To restore the original brightness, press and hold the button again for at least one second or restart the camera. Start-up Screen Customize
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    Adjusting Basic Camera Functions Customizing the Start-up Screen 1 Access the [Start-up Image] screen in Playback mode. zzPress the start-up image. • You can assign the operating sounds and start-up image for your camera from the included software. Refer to the Software Guide (=25) for details. 145
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    Adjusting Basic Camera Functions Formatting Memory Cards Before using a new memory card or a card formatted in another device, you should format the card with this camera. Formatting erases all data on a memory card. Before formatting, copy images on the memory card to a computer, or take other
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    the advertised capacity. Low-Level Formatting Perform low-level formatting in these cases: [Memory card error] is displayed, the camera is not working correctly, card image reading/writing is slower, continuous shooting is slower, or movie recording suddenly stops. Low-level formatting erases all
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    empty (or formatted (=146)) memory card. • Refer to the Software Guide (=25) for information on the card folder structure and image formats. Date-Based Image Storage Instead of saving images in folders created each month, you can have the camera create folders each day you shoot to store shots taken
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    Camera Functions Lens Retraction Timing The lens is normally retracted for safety about one minute after you press the button in Shooting mode (=34). To have the lens retracted immediately after you press the button, set the retraction timing to [0 sec.]. zzChoose [Lens conserve battery power
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    time zone. zzPress the buttons or turn the dial to choose [ World], and then press the button. XX[ ] is now shown on the shooting screen ("On-Screen Information" (=188)). • Adjusting the date or time while in [ ] mode (=17) will automatically update your [ Home] time and date
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    Adjusting Basic Camera Functions Changing the Date and Time Adjust the date and time as follows. 1 Access the [Date/Time] screen. zzChoose [Date/Time], and then press the button. 2 Configure the setting. zzPress the buttons to choose an item, and then adjust the setting, either by
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    ] (=163) • [Ctrl via HDMI] (=161) • [Eye-Fi Settings] (=179) Restoring Defaults If you accidentally change a setting, you can restore default camera settings. 1 Access the [Reset All] screen. zzChoose [Reset All], and then press the button. 2 Restore default settings. zzPress the buttons
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    Basic Camera Functions • The following functions are not restored to default settings. - [3] tab settings [Date/Time] (=17), [Language ] (=19), [Time Zone] (=150), [Video System] (=163), and the image assigned to [Start-up Image] (=144) - Custom white balance data you have recorded (=85) - Shooting
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    8 Accessories Use included accessories effectively and enjoy the camera in more ways with optional Canon accessories and other compatible accessories sold separately 155
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    Replacing the Date/Time Battery The date/time battery (back-up battery) will last about three years. If the Date/Time screen is displayed every time you turn the camera on, replace the date/time battery with a new one (CR1220). 1 Make sure the camera is off. 2 Remove the date/time battery holder. 3
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    and some accessories may no longer be available. Power Supplies AC Adapter Kit ACK800 zzFor powering the camera using household power. Recommended when using the camera over extended periods, or when connecting the camera to a printer or computer. Cannot be used to charge the camera batteries. DC
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    DC1 can also be used. Other Accessories Stereo AV Cable AVC-DC400ST zzConnect the camera to a TV to enjoy playback on camera to an HDMI input of a high-definition TV. Printers Canon PictBridge-Compatible Printers zzPrinting images without a computer is possible by connecting the camera to a Canon
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    Still Images Using Optional Accessories Movies Still Images Movies Playback on a TV By connecting the camera to a TV, you can view your shots on the larger screen of the TV. For details on connection or how to switch inputs, refer to the TV manual. • Some information may not be displayed on
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    Accessories 3 Turn the TV on and switch to video input. zzSwitch the TV input to the video input you connected the cable to in step 2. 4 Turn the camera on. zzPress the button to turn the camera on. XXImages from the camera are now displayed on the TV. (Nothing is displayed on the camera
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    Accessories Still Images Movies Controlling the Camera with a TV Remote Connecting the camera to an HDMI CEC-compatible TV enables playback (including slideshow playback) using the TV remote control. In this case, you will need to adjust some TV settings. For details, refer to the TV user manual
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    Accessories Camera zoom lever on the camera will switch control to the camera itself, which will prevent remote control until you return to single-image display. • The camera as you control the camera. Yellow Yellow White Red 1 Make sure the camera and TV are off. 2 Connect the camera to the TV.
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    and choose [Video System] on the [3] tab. • When the camera and TV are connected, you can also shoot while previewing shots on the larger screen of the TV. To shoot, follow the same steps as when using the camera screen. However, AF-Point Zoom (=60) and MF-Point Zoom (=90) are not available. 163
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    and DC Coupler DRDC10 (both sold separately) eliminates the need to monitor the remaining battery level. 1 Make sure the camera is off. 2 Open the cover. zzFollow step 2 on =15 to open the memory card/battery cover. zzOpen the coupler cable port as shown. Coupler Cable Port 3 Insert the coupler
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    Optional Accessories 5 Connect the power cord. zzInsert the adapter plug into the end of the coupler cable. zzInsert one end of the power cord into the compact power adapter, and then plug the other end into a power outlet. zzTurn the camera on and use it as desired. zzWhen finished, turn the camera
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    can easily be printed by connecting the camera to a printer. On the camera, you can specify images to set up batch printing, prepare orders for photo development services, and prepare orders or print images for photobooks. A Canon SELPHY CP series compact photo printer is used here for the sake
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    then press the button. XXPrinting now begins. zzTo print other images, repeat steps 5 - 6 after printing is finished. zzWhen you are finished printing, turn the camera and printer off and disconnect the interface cable. • For Canon PictBridge-compatible printers (sold separately), see =158. 167
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    added. Prints images with the file number added. Prints images with both the date and file number added. - Matches current printer settings. - Uses information from the time of shooting to print under optimal settings. Corrects red-eye. No. of Copies Choose the number of copies to print. Cropping
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    print. 2 Adjust the cropping frame as needed. zzTo resize the frame, move the zoom lever or turn the dial. zzTo move the frame, press the buttons. image sizes, or at some aspect ratios. • Dates may not be printed correctly if you crop images shot with [Date Stamp] selected. 169
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    Printing Images Still Images Choosing Paper Size and Layout Before Printing 1 Choose [Paper Settings]. zzAfter following step 1 on =168 to access the printing screen, choose [Paper Settings] and press the button. 2 Choose a paper size. zzPress the buttons or turn the dial to choose an
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    Prints with blank space around the image. Borderless Borderless, edge-to-edge printing. N-up Choose how many images to print per sheet. ID Photo Prints images for identification purposes. Only available for images with a resolution of L and an aspect ratio of 4:3. Fixed Size Choose the print
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    . You can also print the folder number, file number, and elapsed time for the frame by setting [Caption] to [On]. • To cancel printing in progress, press the button. • [ID Photo] and [Sequence] cannot be chosen on Canon PictBridgecompatible printers from CP720/CP730 and earlier models. 172
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    photo development service can be set up on the camera. Choose up to 998 images on a memory card and configure relevant settings, such as the number of copies, as follows. The printing information you prepare this way will conform DPOF (Digital with the shooting date. - Images are printed with the
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    by the printer or photo development service, in some cases. • [ ] may be displayed on the camera to warn you that the memory card has print settings that were configured on another camera. Changing the print settings using this camera may overwrite all previous settings. • Setting [Date] to [On] may
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    Printing Images 3 Specify the number of prints. zzPress the buttons or turn the dial to specify the number of prints (up to 99). zzTo set up printing for other images and specify the number of prints, repeat steps 2 - 3. zzPrinting quantity cannot be specified for index prints. You can
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    the Print List (DPOF) zzWhen images have been added to the print list (=173 - 176), the screen at left is displayed after you connect the camera to a PictBridge-compatible printer. Press the buttons to choose [Print now], and then simply press the button to print the images in the print
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    warn you that the memory card has print settings that were configured on another camera. Changing the print settings using this camera may overwrite all previous settings. • After importing images to your computer, also refer to the Software Guide (=25) and the printer manual for further information
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    Printing Images 2 Choose an image. zzPress the buttons or turn the dial to choose an image, and then press the button. XX[ ] is displayed. zzTo remove the image from the photobook, press the button again. [ ] is no longer displayed. zzRepeat this process to specify other images.
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    to a photo-sharing website. Images are transferred by the Eye-Fi card. Refer to the card's user manual or contact the manufacturer for instructions on preparing and using cards or resolving transfer problems. • When using an Eye-Fi card, keep the following points in mind. - Cards may continue
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    Using an Eye-Fi Card Checking Connection Information Check the access point SSID used by the Eye-Fi card or the connection status, as needed. Disable]. • [Eye-Fi Settings] is not shown unless an Eye-Fi card is in the camera with its write-protect tab in the unlocked position. For this reason, you cannot
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    9 Appendix Helpful information when using the camera 181
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    metal objects. The lens is not retracted. • Do not open the memory card/battery cover while the camera is on. Close the cover, turn the camera on, and then turn it off again (=16). Display on a TV Camera images look distorted or not displayed on a TV (=163). Shooting Cannot shoot. • In Playback mode
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    Troubleshooting [Charging the flash] is displayed when the shutter button is pressed, and shooting is not possible (=45). [ ] (=98). • Increase the ISO speed (=82). • Mount the camera on a tripod or take other measures to keep it still. In this case, you should set [IS Mode] to [Off] (=101). Shots
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    Refer to "Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode", "FUNC. Menu", and "Shooting Menu" (=192 - 196). Shooting Movies The elapsed time shown is incorrect, or recording is interrupted. • Use the camera to format the memory card, or switch to a card that supports high- speed recording. Note that even
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    Guide (=25) for details on folder structure and file names. Playback stops, or audio skips. • Switch to a memory card that you have performed low-level formatting on with the camera the and buttons at the same time. On the next screen, press the buttons to choose [B], and then press the
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    attempted without a memory card in the camera. To shoot, insert a memory card facing the correct way (=15). Memory card error (=147) • If the same error message is displayed even when you have inserted a formatted memory card facing the correct way, contact a Canon Customer Support Help Desk (= 15
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    the memory card (=146). Lens Error • This error may occur if the lens is held while it is moving, or when the camera is used in dusty or sandy locations. • Frequent display of this error message may indicate camera damage. In this case, contact a Canon Customer Support Help Desk. A camera error was
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    time (=204) Digital zoom magnification (=49), Digital tele-converter (= 92) Focusing range (= 90) Shooting mode (=192), Scene icon (=46) Flash mode (= 98) 188 Red-eye correction (= 56) Flash exposure compensation / Flash output level (=99, 107) Spot AE point frame (= 82) AF frame (=92) Date stamp
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    when the camera is pointed straight up or down. Battery Level An on-screen icon or message warns you when there is little battery power left. No icon or message is shown unless the batteries are running out of power. Display Details Nearly depleted-prepare replacement batteries Change the
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    ), Image quality (movies) (=57) i-Contrast (=83, 137) Flash (=98), Flash exposure compensation (= 99) Focusing range (= 90) File size Still images: Resolution (=204) Movies: Playback time (=204) Protection (=120) Favorites (=129) My Colors (=86, 136) Red-eye correction (=56, 138) Shooting date/time
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    holding down the button.) Skip Forward* (To continue skipping forward, keep holding down the button.) * Edit (=139) c Shown when the camera is connected to a PictBridge-compatible printer (= 166). * Displays the frame approx. 4 sec. before or after the current frame. • To skip forward
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    Functions and Menu Tables Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode Shooting Mode D BM G Function Exposure Compensation (=81) ISO Speed (=82) - OOO - OOO A *1 - O O OOOO - - Self-Timer (= Not available, but switches to [Z] in some cases. *5 FE lock not available in [!] flash mode. 192
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    Functions and Menu Tables K E I Pt E OOOOOOOOOO - O - - OOOOOOOOOOOOOO OOOOOOOOOOOOOO O - OOOOOOOOO - OO O - OOOOOOOOO - OO O - OOOOOOOOO - - - OOOO - OOOOOO - - - OO - O - OOOOOO O OOO OO OOOOOOOOOOOOOO O - OO - OOOOOOOOO O - OO - - - - OOOO - - O - OOO - - - - OOOOO O Available or
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    Functions and Menu Tables FUNC. Menu Shooting Mode D BM G Function White Balance (=84) - Compression (=101) OOOO - O OOOO - - Movie Quality (=57) OOOO O O OOOO O O OOOO - O in a range of 1 - 5: contrast, sharpness, color saturation, red, green, blue, and skin tone. *3 [ ] is set with
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    Functions and Menu Tables K I Pt E E OOOOOOOOOOOOOO - OO OOO OOOOOOOOOOOOOO - O OOO OOOOOOOOOOOOOO O - OOOOOOOOOO OOOOOOOOOOOOOO O O - O O - *4 - O O O O - - OO - OOOOOOOOOOO OO - OO OOO - -O OO - OO OOO OOOOOOOOOOOOOO O O O O O O *5 O O O O O O O O O O O O O *5 O O O O O O - O
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    Functions and Menu Tables 4 Shooting Menu Shooting Mode D BM G Function AF Frame (=92) Center OOOO Face AiAF*1 OOOO Tracking AF OOOO AF Frame Size*3 Normal OOOO Small OOOO Digital Zoom (=49) Standard OOOO Off OOOO Digital Tele-converter (1.6x/2.0x) AF-Point Zoom (=60) OOOO On
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    Functions and Menu Tables K I Pt E E O - OOOO - OOOOOOO OOOO - - - OOOOOOO O - OO - - - - OOOO - - O - OOOO - OOOOOOO O - OO - - - OOOOOOO OO - OO OOO OOOOOOOOOOOOOO OOOO - - - - OOOO - - OOOOOOOOOOOOOO O - OO - - - - OOOO - - OOOOOOOOOOOOOO OO - O - OOOOOOOOO O - OOOOOOOOOO - - OOOO -
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    Off Wind Filter (=58) On/Off Review (=63) Off/Quick/2 - 10 sec./Hold Review Info (=64) Off/Detailed/Focus Check Blink Detection (=61) On Off Grid Lines (=59) On/Off IS Mode (=101) Off/Continuous Shoot Only Date Stamp (=52) Off Date / Date & Time - OOO OOO - - OOO OOO - OOOO OOOO
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    Functions and Menu Tables K I Pt E E OOOO - OOOOOO OOOO OOOO - OOOOOO - - - OOOO - OOOOOO - - - OOOO - OOOOOO - -O OO - OOOOOOOOOOO OOOOOOOOOOOOOO OOOOOO - OOOOOOO OOOOOOOOOOOO - - OOOOOOOOOOOO - - OOOO - - - - - OOO - - OOOOOOOOOOOOOO OOOOOOOOOOOOOO OOOOOOOOOOOOOO OOOOOOOOOOOO - -
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    Date/Time Time Zone LCD Brightness Start-up Image Format File Numbering Ref. Page = 142 = 142 = 143 = 143 = 17 = 150 = 144 =144, 145 =146, 147 = 148 Item Create Folder Lens 127 = 129 = 130 = 177 = 137 200 Item Red-Eye Correction Cropping Resize My Colors Scroll Display Auto Rotate Resume
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    2 Print Menu Item Print Select Images & Qty. Select Range Ref. Page - = 174 = 175 Functions and Menu Tables Item Select All Images Clear All Selections Print Settings Ref. Page = 176 = 176 = 173 201
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    adjust to the temperature before removing it from the bag. • If condensation does form on the camera, stop using it immediately. Continuing to use the camera in this state may damage it. Remove the batteries and memory card, and wait until the moisture has evaporated before resuming use. 202
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    batteries (AA NiMH batteries (Canon NB-3AH)) x2 AC Adapter Kit ACK800 • However, connection requires DC Coupler DR-DC10, sold separately 111.0 x 72.5 x 44.1 mm (4.37 x 2.85 x 1.74 in.) Approx. 291 g (approx. 10.3 oz.; including batteries and memory card) Approx. 243 g (approx. 8.57 oz.; camera
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    measured according to Canon standards and may change depending on the subject, memory card and camera settings. • Recording will automatically stop when the clip file size reaches 4 GB, or when the recording time reaches approximately 29 minutes and 59 seconds when shooting in [ ], and approximately
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    cm (2.0 ft.) - infinity 60 cm (2.0 ft.) - infinity - 60 cm (2.0 ft.) - infinity * Not available in some shooting modes. Continuous Shooting Speed Shooting Mode Continuous Shooting Mode Speed W Approx. 0.8 shots/sec. G Approx. 0.5 shots/sec. Approx. 0.6 shots/sec. - Approx. 2.8 shots/sec
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    mode available values* f/3.5 - f/8.0 (W), f/5.9 - f/8.0 (T) f/3.5, f/4.0, f/4.5, f/5.0, f/5.6, f/5.9, f/6.3, f/7.1, f/8.0 * Depending on the zoom position, some aperture values may not be available. • All data is based on tests by Canon. • Camera specifications or appearance are subject to
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    134 Custom white balance 85 D Date/time Adding date stamps 52 Changing 18 Date/time battery 156 Setting 17 World clock 150 DC coupler 157 Defaults " Reset all DIGITAL CAMERA Solution Disk 2 Digital tele-converter 92 Digital zoom 49 Discreet mode (shooting mode 76 Display language 19
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    mode 90 Magnified display 117 Manual focus (focus mode 90 Memory cards 2 Recording time 204 Menu Basic operations 38 Table 192 Metering method 82 Miniature effect (shooting mode).......... 72 Monochrome (shooting mode 75 Movies Editing 139 Image quality (resolution/frame rate 57 Recording
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    . menu, Menu SD/SDHC/SDXC memory cards " Memory cards Searching 115 Self-timer 50 2-second self-timer 51 Customizing the self-timer 51 Face self-timer (shooting mode).... 69 Sepia tone images 86 Servo AF 95 Shooting Shooting date/time " Date/time Shooting information 188 Slideshow 118 Smart
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    210
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    MEMO 211
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    battery is recyclable. Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY for information on how to recycle this battery. FCC Notice (Digital Camera with the instructions, may cause 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
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    B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. For CA, USA only Included lithium battery contains guide without the permission of Canon is prohibited. • Canon reserves the right to change the contents of this guide at any time without prior notice. • Illustrations and screenshots in this guide
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