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ENGLISH CT0-D201-C Advanced User Guide Contents Camera Basics Shooting Playback Wireless Features Function Settings Accessories Appendix Index © CANON INC. 2019 - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 2
zz Take 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 - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 3
: Go back a page : Go forward a page zz Instructions in this guide apply to the camera under default settings. zz Tabs such as identify which modes are used in the shooting "xx" represents a page number) zz For convenience, all supported memory cards are simply referred to as the "memory card". 3 - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 4
and Legal Information 2 Introduction 3 Text Conventions 3 Common Camera Operations 12 Safety Instructions 15 Camera Basics 18 Getting Ready 19 Attaching the Strap 19 Charging the Battery Pack 20 Preparing a Memory Card 21 Inserting/Removing the Battery Pack and Memory Card 22 Setting the - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 5
Histograms 47 On-Screen Keyboard 48 Shooting 49 Shooting with Camera-Determined Settings (Auto Mode/Hybrid Auto Mode 50 Image Zooming In Closer on Subjects (Digital Zoom 76 Locking Image Brightness / Exposure (AE Lock 77 Easily Reacquiring Subjects after Manual Zooming (Framing Assist - Seek - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 6
Centered Subject Display 84 Shooting Close-Ups (Macro 85 Shooting in Manual Focus Mode 86 Easily Identifying the Focus Area (MF Peaking 87 Shooting with AF Lock 88 Changing Image Quality 89 Capturing in RAW Format 89 Changing the Aspect Ratio 91 Changing the Image Display Period - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 7
the Focus Setting 121 Configuring the AF-Assist Beam 122 Changing the IS Mode Settings 123 Correcting Severe Camera Shake 124 Using Auto Level 125 Using Digital Tele-Converter 126 Storing the Zoom or MF Position 127 Changing Movie Recording Size 128 Configuring Sound Recording Settings - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 8
Viewing Digest Movies 145 Finding Images in an Index 146 Editing Movies 147 Removing the Beginning/End of Movies 147 Extracting Frames of 4K Movies as Stills 149 Editing Digest Movies 150 Protecting Images 152 Protecting Multiple Images 153 Rotating Images 155 Erasing Images 156 Erasing - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 9
View a Live Image on the Smartphone 183 Controlling the Camera from a Smartphone 184 Geotagging Images as You Shoot 184 Images to Web Services 194 Registering Web Services 194 Uploading Images to Web Services 198 Reconnecting via Feature Guide 209 Using Eco Mode 210 Adjusting Power - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 10
Custom Functions 228 Customizing Buttons 229 Custom Shooting Modes (C1/C2 231 Restoring Default Camera Settings 233 Setting Copyright Information to Record in Images 234 Downloading Manuals/Software from a QR Code 235 Displaying Certification Logos 236 Saving Commonly Used Shooting Menu - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 11
242 Power Supplies 242 Others 242 Printers 243 Using Optional Accessories 244 Playback on a TV 244 Using a Lens Hood (Sold a Computer 251 Printing Images 252 Appendix 254 Handling Precautions 255 Troubleshooting 256 On-Screen Information 260 When Shooting 260 During Playback 262 - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 12
Operations Shoot zz Use camera-determined settings (Auto Mode, Hybrid Auto Mode) -- =50, =54 zz Shoot yourself under optimal settings (Self Portrait) -- =62 zz Shoot panoramas (Panoramic Shot) -- =55 Shooting - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 13
special effects Smooth Skin (= 58) Monochrome (= 63) Soft Focus (= 63) Fish-Eye Effect (= 63) Like Oil Paintings (= 63) Like Watercolor Paintings (= 63) Toy Camera Effect (= 63) zz Focus on faces -- =50, =58, =117 zz Without using the flash (Flash Off) -- =93 zz Include yourself in the shot - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 14
zz Browse through images quickly -- =146, =168, =169 zz Erase images -- =156 Record/View Movies zz Record movies -- =50, =67 zz View movies -- =142 Print zz Print pictures -- =159, =186, =252 Save zz Save images to a computer -- =251 Use Wi-Fi Features zz Send images to a smartphone -- =176, =183 zz - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 15
may result in strangulation. zzUse only power sources specified in this instruction manual for use with the product. zzDo not disassemble or modify the metal objects. -- Do not use leaking batteries/battery packs. -- When disposing of batteries/battery packs, insulate the terminals with tape or - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 16
zzObserve the following instructions when using a battery charger or AC adapter. -- Periodically remove equipment is recommended when using the product in hot places and for people with circulation problems or less sensitive skin. zzFollow any indications to turn off the product in places where - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 17
reversed. This may cause the product to malfunction. zzWhen card reading/writing is in progress, do not turn the camera off, open the memory card/battery cover, or shake or hit the camera. Doing so may corrupt images or damage the camera or memory card. zzDo not force the memory card into the - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 18
Camera Basics Basic information and instructions, from initial preparations to shooting and playback. 18 - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 19
Getting Ready zz Attaching the Strap (5) (4) (3) (2) 1 Attach the included strap to the strap mount. (1) (1) 2 Attach the lens cap to the strap. (2) (1) 19 - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 20
). For power outlets in a different format, use a commercially available adapter for the plug. Never use an electrical transformer designed for traveling, which may damage the battery pack. zz Charged battery packs gradually lose their charge, even when they are not used. Charge the - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 21
*1 zz SDHC memory cards*1*2 zz SDXC memory cards*1*2 *1 Cards conforming to SD standards. However, not all memory cards have been verified to work with the camera. *2 UHS-I memory cards are also supported. 21 - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 22
zz Inserting/Removing the Battery Pack and Memory Card (2) 1 Open the cover. (1) 2 Insert the battery pack. (2) (1) To remove: 22 - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 23
be locked into the correct position. Always confirm that the battery pack is facing the right way and locks when inserted. zz Before using a new memory card or a card formatted in another device, you should format the card with this camera. zz Recording is not possible on memory cards with a write - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 24
zz Setting the Date, Time, Time Zone, and Language 1 Turn the camera on. 2 Set the time zone. zz / buttons to choose a time zone → button zz button zz / buttons to choose a time zone → button → / buttons to choose [OK] → button 24 - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 25
3 Set the date and time. zz / buttons to choose the date or time → button → / buttons to adjust → button zz Choose [OK] → button 4 Set the display language. zz / buttons to choose [Language ] → button zz / / / buttons to choose a language → button 25 - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 26
zz Set the current date, time, and zone correctly if the [Date/Time/Zone] screen is displayed when you turn the camera on. Information you specify this way is recorded in image properties when you shoot, and it is used when you manage images by shooting date - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 27
Holding the Camera zz Place the strap around your neck. zz When shooting, keep your arms close to your body and hold the camera securely to prevent it from moving. zz If you have raised the flash, do not rest your fingers on it. 27 - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 28
turning it on, shooting some stills or movies, and then viewing them. zz Shooting 1 Remove the lens cap and turn the camera on. zz To turn the camera off, press the power button again. 2 Enter mode. 3 Zoom in or out, as needed. zz Move the zoom lever or press the zoom buttons - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 29
4 Focus (press halfway). zz The camera beeps after focusing. zz An AF point is displayed around positions in focus. 5 Shoot (press fully). When recording movies: zz [ REC] is displayed during recording. zz To stop movie recording, press the movie recording button again. 29 - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 30
zz Viewing 1 Press the button. 2 Choose images. zz Movies are labeled with [ ]. When playing movies: zz button (twice) zz Press the / buttons to adjust the volume. 30 - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 31
button (13) Lens (3) Strap mount (14) Lens hood/filter adapter mount (4) Main dial (15) Serial number (5) Mode dial (16) Tripod socket (6) Flash (17) Memory card/battery cover lock (7) Lamp (18) Memory card - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 32
(5) Power button (6) (Wi-Fi) button (7) Indicator (8) Remote switch terminal (9) DIGITAL terminal (10) HDMI™ terminal (11) Movie recording button Movies can also be recorded button Used to display menu screens. (20) (Playback) button (21) (Macro) / Left button (Manual focus) / 32 - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 33
the viewfinder, activate it by holding it near your eye. 2 Adjust the diopter. zz Adjust it with the screen open. zz The viewfinder display and camera screen cannot be activated at the same time. zz Some aspect ratio settings will cause black bars to be displayed on the top and bottom - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 34
swivels about (1) 180°. zz (3): Tilt the screen toward the front to (3) close it. zz To protect the screen, always keep it closed and facing the camera body when the camera is not in use. zz Do not force the screen open any wider, which may damage the - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 35
Indicator Display The indicator on top remains lit or blinks depending on camera status. Color Green Indicator Status On Slow blinking Blinking Camera Status zz Recording stills to the memory card, or reading stills from the card zz Display off zz Recording movies to the memory card, or - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 36
clip of the scene before each shot (=54). (5) Panorama Mode Create panoramas combining a series of shots (=55). (6) Sports Mode Shoot continuously as the camera focuses on moving subjects (= 57). (7) Av Mode Set the aperture value before shooting (=73). (8) M Mode Set the shutter speed and aperture - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 37
Configuring Camera Features zz Quick Control Screen 1 Press the button. zz (1) Setting items zz (2) Setting options 2 Choose a setting item. 3 Choose a setting option. zz Configure items labeled with a [ ] icon by pressing the button. 37 - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 38
4 Complete the setting. zz You can also choose options by turning the dial. zz You can also configure Quick Control features from the Menu screen. zz Menu Screen 1 Press the button. (1) 2 Choose a tab. (2) zz (1) Main tab zz (2) Sub-tab zz (3) Setting items zz (4) Setting options (3) - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 39
zz Use the / buttons or choose a sub-tab. dial to 3 Choose a setting item. zz Some items are selected with the / buttons on a different screen, after you press the button initially. 4 Choose a setting option. 5 Complete the setting. 6 Return to the shooting screen. 39 - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 40
Features Available on the Quick Control Screen Press the button on shooting or playback screens to access the Quick Control screen, where you can adjust settings. Choose a setting item on the right or left to display setting options for it on the bottom. (1) Setting items (2) Setting options The - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 41
configure a variety of camera features. To access menu mode zz Image quality zz Still img aspect ratio zz Image review zz Flash settings zz Drive mode zz Date stamp zz Expo.comp zz MF-point zoom zz IS settings zz Auto level zz Digital zoom zz Recall zoom/MF settings zz Digest type zz Display - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 42
zz Select folder zz File numbering zz Auto rotate zz Format card zz Feature guide zz Eco mode zz Power saving zz Disp. brightness zz Date/Time/Zone shooting mode (C1, C2) zz Reset camera zz Copyright information zz Manual/software URL zz Certification Logo Display zz Firmware zz Delete all items - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 43
Shooting Mode Screen (1) Shooting mode / Scene icon (2) Recordable shots (3) Maximum continuous shots (4) Movie recording time available (5) Battery level 43 - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 44
continues to focus on moving subjects. Displayed as long as you press the shutter button halfway. Yellow frame Displayed if the camera cannot focus when you press the shutter button halfway. zz Try shooting in mode if no frames are displayed, if frames are not displayed around - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 45
Shooting Display Options You can switch shooting screen display to view other information. 1 Press the button. 45 - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 46
Playback Display Options You can switch playback screen display to view other information. 1 Press the button. zz Overexposed highlights blink over the information display image when you access screens showing detailed information. zz A graph called a brightness histogram on the top of screens - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 47
zz Switching Histograms You can switch between displaying a brightness histogram (for checking the general exposure level and overall gradation) and an RGB histogram (for checking saturation and gradation of red, green, and blue). 1 [Histogram disp] zz When switched to the RGB display option, an RGB - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 48
On-Screen Keyboard Use the on-screen keyboard to enter information. Use the / / / buttons to choose a key, and then press the button. Moving the cursor zz [ ]/[ ] Switching input modes zz [ ]: Switch to uppercase zz [ ]: Switch to numbers or symbols Deleting characters zz [ ] Entering line - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 49
Shooting Easily shoot in simple modes, or take more sophisticated shots using a variety of features. 49 - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 50
Mode) Use Auto mode for fully automatic selection of the optimal settings for the scene, based on the subject and shooting conditions determined by the camera. 1 Enter mode. 2 Zoom in or out, as needed. zz Move the zoom lever or press the zoom buttons as you watch the screen. When using - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 51
recording, press the movie recording button again. Still Images zz A blinking [ ] icon warns that images are more likely to be blurred by camera shake. In this case, mount the camera on a tripod or take other measures to keep it still. zz If your shots are dark despite the flash firing, move closer - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 52
seconds. zz Although the camera may become warm when recording movies repeatedly over an extended period, this does not indicate a problem. zz Keep your fingers is not supported. Play each movie separately. Scene Icons zz In / modes, shooting scenes determined by the camera are indicated - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 53
icons are displayed. Image stabilization for still images (Normal) Image stabilization for still images when panning (Panning)* Image stabilization for angular camera shake and shift-shake in macro shots (Hybrid IS). For movies, [ ] is displayed and [ ] image stabilization is also applied. Image - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 54
day by combining the clips. 1 Enter mode. 2 Focus and shoot. zz For more impressive digest movies, aim the camera at subjects about four seconds before shooting still images. zz Battery life is shorter in this mode than in mode, because digest movies are recorded for each shot. zz A digest - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 55
a shooting direction. zz Use the button to choose the direction you will shoot. zz An arrow is displayed showing the direction to move the camera. 3 Press the shutter button halfway. zz Keeping the shutter button halfway down, focus on the subject. 4 Shoot. zz Holding the shutter button all the - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 56
not look as expected. zz Shooting may stop midway if you move the camera too slowly or quickly. However, the panorama created up to that point will by inserting a memory card in a Canon printer. If panoramas are not compatible with certain software or Web services, try resizing them on a computer. - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 57
. 2 Focus. zz While you are pressing the shutter button halfway, the camera will continue to adjust focus and image brightness where the blue frame is displayed may slow down depending on shooting conditions, camera settings, and the zoom position. zz Continuous shooting is not available in Auto mode - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 58
Shooting Specific Scenes (Special Scene Mode) Choose a mode matching the shooting scene, and the camera will automatically configure the settings for optimal shots. Try taking some test shots first to make sure you obtain the desired results. 1 Enter mode. 2 button - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 59
For self-portraits, customizable image processing includes skin smoothing as well as brightness and background adjustment to make yourself stand out. Self Portrait Capture subjects that stand out against a blurred background, with smooth skin tone and soft-looking hair. Portrait Process images - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 60
Scene zz Image noise is reduced by combining consecutive shots into a single image. zz Hold the camera steady as it shoots continuously. zz There will be a delay before you can shoot again, as the camera processes and combines the images. zz Shots may look grainy because the ISO speed is increased - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 61
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 secure the camera. zz Although no frames are displayed when you press the shutter button halfway, optimal focus is still determined - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 62
→ / buttons to set the level → button zz Use the button to set [Background blur]. 3 Open the screen. 4 Shoot. zz Hold the camera steady as you shoot, because the camera shoots twice and processes the images when you press the shutter button all the way down with background blur set to [Auto]. zz - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 63
Shooting with Image Effects (Creative Filters Mode) Add a variety of effects to images when shooting. Try taking some test shots first to make sure you obtain the desired results. 1 Enter mode. 2 button choose an option 3 Choose an effect level. zz Use the / buttons to set the level. 4 Shoot. 63 - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 64
Take black and white shots with a rough, gritty feeling. Grainy B/W Shoot with a simulated soft focus filter effect, for a gentle ambiance. Soft focus Shoot with the distorting effect of a fish-eye lens. Fish-eye effect Make subjects look more substantial, like subjects in oil paintings. Art - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 65
colors, for photos resembling watercolor paintings. Water painting effect Shoot images that resemble shots from a toy camera, with vignetting and different color overall. Toy camera effect Create the effect of a miniature model, by blurring image areas outside a selected area. Miniature effect - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 66
zz Shots Resembling Miniature Models (Miniature Effect) 1 Choose [ ]. 2 Set the area to keep in focus (scene frame). z z button → / buttons to move the frame → button 3 Set the position in focus (AF point). zz / / / buttons to move the AF point → button 4 Shoot. 66 - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 67
Recording a Variety of Movies (Movie Mode) Full-featured mode offers miniature effect movies (=133), video snapshots (=135), time-lapse movies (=137), and more. 1 Enter mode. 2 Start recording. zz [ REC] is displayed during recording. zz To stop movie recording, press the movie recording button - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 68
zz Recording Movies at Specific Shutter Speeds and Aperture Values (Movie Manual Exposure) Set the shutter speed, aperture value, and ISO speed before recording. 1 button choose [ ] zz Press the button. 2 Set the ISO speed. 3 Set the shutter - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 69
zz Some shutter speeds may cause flickering on the screen when recording under fluorescent or LED lighting, which may be recorded. zz With fixed ISO speeds, before recording a movie you can compare your specified value (where the exposure level indicator moves) to the standard exposure level by - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 70
Shooting in Program AE (P Mode) Shutter speed and aperture value are automatically adjusted to suit subject brightness. mode offers flexibility in setting AF operation, metering modes, and several other features. 1 Enter mode. 2 Configure each feature as needed. 3 Shoot. zz : Program AE; AE: Auto - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 71
Shooting at Specific Shutter Speeds (Tv Mode) Set the shutter speed before shooting. The camera automatically adjusts the aperture value to suit your shutter speed. Slow Fast 1 Enter mode. 2 Set the shutter speed. z z dial 3 Shoot. 71 - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 72
zz : Time value zz We recommend deactivating image stabilization when shooting at slow shutter speeds on a tripod. zz With shutter speeds of 1.3 seconds or slower, ISO speed is [100] and cannot be changed. zz Blinking display of the aperture value when you press the shutter button halfway indicates - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 73
Shooting at Specific Aperture Values (Av Mode) Set the aperture value before shooting. The camera automatically adjusts the shutter speed to suit your aperture value. Small value 1 Enter Large value mode. 2 Set the aperture value. z z dial 3 Shoot. zz : Aperture value ( - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 74
Shooting at Specific Shutter Speeds and Aperture Values (M Mode) Set the shutter speed and aperture value before shooting to obtain the desired exposure. 1 Enter mode. 2 button → set the ISO speed 3 Set the shutter speed and aperture value. zz Shutter speed: dial zz Aperture value: button → - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 75
zz : Manual zz When the ISO speed is fixed, you can compare your specified value (where the exposure level indicator moves) to the standard exposure level by - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 76
is then indicated on the screen. (1) 2 Press toward again. zz The camera zooms in even closer on the subject. zz (1) is the current zoom appear grainy. -- Yellow range: digital zoom range where the image is not noticeably grainy (ZoomPlus). -- Blue range: digital zoom range where the image will - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 77
Locking Image Brightness / Exposure (AE Lock) Exposure can be locked when shooting stills and recording movies, or focus and exposure can be set separately. 2 Without AE lock 1 AE lock 1 Aim at a subject for fixed exposure. 2 Press the button. zz [ ] is displayed, and the exposure is locked. zz - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 78
Easily Reacquiring Subjects after Manual Zooming (Framing Assist - Seek) If you lose track of a subject while zoomed in, you can find it more easily by temporarily zooming out. 1 Press and hold the button. zz The camera zooms out and displays a white frame around the area shown before you pressed - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 79
area displayed before you pressed the button) is not displayed if you press the button when recording movies. Also note that zooming and the corresponding camera operating sounds are recorded. zz To shoot at the zoom factor of the guideline screen in the white frame, press the shutter button all the - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 80
can also be adjusted. 1 Press and release the quickly. zz [ ] is displayed. button zz A white frame is displayed around the detected face, and the camera zooms in and out to keep the subject on the screen. zz When multiple faces are detected, a white frame is displayed around the main subject - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 81
displayed at a constant size relative to the screen at some zoom factors, or if the person's head is tilted or facing the camera indirectly. zz Because the camera prioritizes zooming to keep subjects on the screen, it may not be possible to maintain a constant face display size, depending on subject - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 82
subjects from moving off the screen. When multiple faces are detected, the camera zooms to keep these subjects on the screen. Face Keep faces large Whole body Keep faces small enough to show the person's entire body. Manual Keep faces at the size specified by moving the zoom lever. Release the - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 83
can center your subject to help you avoid losing it. 1 Zoom in toward the telephoto end and press the button. zz [ ] is displayed, and the camera applies image stabilization for shooting at the telephoto end. 2 Choose a subject to keep near the center. zz [ ] is displayed in the center of the screen - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 84
zz [ ] is displayed once the subject is detected after you press the button when [ ] is displayed in the center of the screen. zz After you recompose a shot, [ ] may be displayed in gray if image stabilization becomes less effective and the subject cannot be centered. If so, zoom in again, press the - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 85
[ ]. 2 Shoot. zz If the flash fires, vignetting may occur. zz In the yellow bar display area below the zoom bar, [ ] will turn gray and the camera will not focus. zz To prevent camera shake, try mounting the camera on a tripod and choosing [Drive mode] → [ ]. 85 - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 86
To make focusing easier, magnify the display. 1 Set the camera to manual focus. zz Use the button to choose [ ]. zz [ ] and the MF indicator are displayed. 2 Focus. zz Using the MF indicator (1, which shows distance and focal position) as a guide, press and hold the / buttons to set the general - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 87
stabilize it. zz You can also adjust the focal position with the dial. zz You can start manual focus with magnified display (MF-point zoom). zz Press the shutter button halfway to have the camera fine-tune the focal position (Safety MF). zz Easily Identifying the Focus Area (MF Peaking) Edges - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 88
Shooting with 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. zz With the shutter button pressed halfway, press the button. zz The focus is now locked, and [ ] and the MF - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 89
count) and compression (image quality). Also specify whether to capture images in RAW format. 1 button → [ option ] → choose an zz [ ] on a memory card. zz Capturing in RAW Format The camera can capture images in JPEG and RAW format. RAW images are "raw" data, before processing to create JPEGs. - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 90
or printing. You must first use the Canon application Digital Photo Professional to convert images to ordinary JPEG or TIFF files. zz The file extension for JPEG images is .JPG, and the extension for RAW images is .CR3. File names of JPEG and RAW images captured together have the same image - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 91
Changing the Aspect Ratio The image aspect ratio (ratio of width to height) can be changed. 1 button choose an option 91 - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 92
Changing the Image Display Period after Shots How long images are shown after shots is adjustable. 1 [Image review] Off No image display after shots. 2 sec., 4 sec., 8 sec. Images are displayed for the specified time. Even while the shot is displayed, you can prepare - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 93
flash range. For shooting without the flash. zz If the flash fires, vignetting may occur. zz In [ ] 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 secure the - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 94
Locking Brightness / Exposure in Flash Photography (FE Lock) Retain the flash output level. FE lock Without FE lock (overexposed) 1 Raise the flash and set it to [ ] or [ ]. 2 Aim at a subject for fixed exposure. 3 Press the button. zz The flash fires, a circle is displayed showing the metering - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 95
4 Compose the shot and shoot. zz FE: Flash Exposure zz [ ] blinks when standard exposure is not possible, even if you press the button to fire the flash. Enable FE lock by pressing the button when subjects are within flash range. 95 - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 96
Configuring Flash Settings Several flash settings are available. 1 [Flash settings] zz You can also access the [Flash settings] screen by pressing the button and immediately pressing the button. 96 - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 97
zz Adjusting Flash Exposure Compensation You can adjust the flash exposure from -2 to +2 stops, in 1/3-stop increments. Set toward − Set toward + 1 [Flash exp. comp] 2 Set the amount of compensation. zz / buttons 97 - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 98
zz Adjusting Flash Output Choose from three flash levels in / / modes. Flash output: Minimum Flash output: Maximum 1 [Flash mode] → [Manual] 2 [Flash output] 98 - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 99
zz Changing the Flash Timing The timing of flash firing relative to shutter release is adjustable. 1st curtain 2nd curtain 1 [Shutter sync.] 1st curtain 2nd curtain The flash fires immediately after the shutter opens. The flash fires immediately before the shutter closes. zz [1st curtain] is - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 100
in low-light shots. 1 [Red-eye lamp] zz Configuring Safety FE To ensure suitable exposure in flash photography under unfavorable exposure conditions, the camera can automatically adjust the shutter speed, aperture value, and ISO speed. 1 [Safety FE] zz Shots may be captured using settings different - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 101
determined when you pressed the shutter button halfway. zz Shooting may stop momentarily or continuous shooting may slow down depending on shooting conditions and camera settings. zz As more shots are taken, shooting may slow down. zz There may be a delay before you can shoot again, depending on - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 102
about 10 seconds after you press the shutter button all the way down. By setting the timer to two seconds, you can also avoid any camera shake from pressing the shutter button. 1 button → [ ] → [ ] or [ ] 2 Shoot. zz Focus on the subject and press the shutter button all the way down. zz Once - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 103
removed, so confirm beforehand that the date and time are correct (=24). 1 [Date stamp ] → [Date] or [Date & time] 2 Shoot. zz As you take shots, the camera adds the shooting date or time to the lower-right corner of images. zz Shots taken without adding a date stamp can be printed with one - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 104
Adjusting Image Brightness (Exposure Compensation) Standard exposure set by the camera for stills or movies can be adjusted in 1/3-stop increments in a range of ±3 stops. Set toward − Set toward + 1 Set the exposure compensation. zz button → dial 2 Compose the shot and shoot. 104 - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 105
zz Auto Exposure Bracketing (AEB Shooting) Three images are captured at different exposure levels. Bracketing width is adjustable in 1/3-stop increments in a range of ±2 stops, centered on the exposure compensation level. Underexposure 1 Overexposure [Expo.comp./AEB] 2 Configure the settings. zz - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 106
to [High speed continuous] or [Low speed continuous], three images are captured each time you hold the shutter button all the way down, before the camera stops shooting. zz To clear the AEB setting, set the AEB amount to 0, following the configuration procedure. zz AEB shooting is available only in - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 107
shake in some shooting conditions. zz Choosing a higher ISO speed will increase shutter speed, which may reduce subject and camera shake and enable sufficient flash illumination for subjects farther away. However, shots may look grainy. zz Adjusting ISO Auto Settings You can limit the maximum - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 108
Auto Correction of Brightness and Contrast (Auto Lighting Optimizer) Correct brightness and contrast automatically to avoid images that are too dark or have too little or too much contrast. Low High 1 button choose an option zz This feature may increase image noise under some shooting - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 109
Changing the Metering Method Adjust the metering method (how brightness is measured) to suit shooting conditions. 1 button choose an option Evaluative metering Spot metering For typical shooting conditions, including backlit shots. Automatically adjusts exposure to match the shooting conditions. - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 110
Setting the Metering Timer You can adjust the metering timer period, which determines how long exposure is displayed (AE lock). 1 [Metering timer] 110 - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 111
Configuring Exposure Simulation With exposure simulation, image brightness more closely matches the actual brightness (exposure) of your shots. Image brightness changes in response to exposure compensation. Do not use this feature if you prefer image display at standard brightness, which is usually - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 112
Capturing Natural Colors (White Balance) By adjusting white balance (WB), you can make image colors look more natural for the scene you are shooting. Daylight Cloudy Tungsten light 1 button choose an option To adjust white balance z z button → / / / buttons To set white balance bracketing - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 113
zz Custom White Balance For image colors that look natural under the light in your 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. 1 Shoot a white object. zz Focus and shoot with a plain - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 114
zz Capturing a white subject that is too bright or dark may prevent you from setting the white balance correctly. zz Choose [Cancel] to choose a different image. Choose [OK] to use that image for loading white data, but note that it may not produce a suitable white balance. zz Instead of a white - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 115
Customizing Colors (Style Settings) Choose color settings that express scenes or subjects well. 1 button choose an option To adjust contrast, saturation, or other settings zz [ ] → button → choose an option → / buttons 115 - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 116
you avoid missing shots of subjects in motion. 1 button → [ ]→[ ] 2 Press the shutter button halfway to focus. 3 Press all the way down to shoot. zz The camera may not be able to shoot while focusing, even if you press the shutter button all the way down. Keep holding down the shutter button - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 117
→ [ option ] → choose an +Tracking Tracking AF Spot AF 1-point AF Shoot with the focus on the face of the main subject, as determined by the camera. Subjects are tracked within a certain range. Shoot after choosing a subject to focus on. Autofocus with an AF point smaller than for 1-point AF. The - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 118
-- Subjects that are distant or extremely close -- Subjects that are dark or light -- Faces in profile, at an angle, or partly hidden zz The camera may misinterpret non-human subjects as faces. zz Pressing the button displays [Face select: On], and a face frame [ ] is shown around the face detected - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 119
halfway. [ ] changes to a blue [ ], which follows the subject as the camera continues to adjust the focus and exposure (Servo AF) (= 116). zz Press the down to shoot. zz Even after your shot, [ ] is still displayed and the camera continues to track the subject. zz [AF operation] is set to [ ] and - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 120
zz Moving the AF Point The AF point can be moved when the AF method is [1-point AF] or [Spot AF]. 1 Press the button. 2 Move the AF point. zz Move: / / / buttons or zz Center (original position): dial button zz You can also return the AF point to the original position in the center by holding - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 121
halfway. 1 [Continuous AF] Enable Disable Helps avoid missing sudden photo opportunities, because the camera constantly focuses on subjects until you press the shutter button halfway. Conserves battery power, because the camera does not focus constantly. However, this may delay focusing. 121 - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 122
Configuring the AF-Assist Beam The lamp lights up to help you focus when you press the shutter button halfway in low-light conditions. You can configure whether the beam is activated. 1 [AF-assist beam firing] 122 - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 123
. zz The [IS mode] setting changes to [On] for movie recording, even if [Shoot only] is set. zz If image stabilization cannot prevent camera shake, mount the camera on a tripod or take other measures to hold it still. Additionally, you should set [IS mode] to [Off] when using a tripod or other - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 124
zz Correcting Severe Camera Shake Counteract severe camera shake, such as when recording movies while moving. The portion of images displayed changes more than for [Standard], and subjects are further enlarged. 1 [Dynamic IS] → [High] 124 - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 125
Using Auto Level Auto leveling helps keep movies straight as you record them. Once recording begins, the display area may narrow, and subjects may be enlarged. 1 [ Auto level] 125 - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 126
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 factor. 1 [Digital zoom] → [1.6x] or [2.0x] zz The view is enlarged and the zoom factor - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 127
the settings. zz By choosing [Recall zoom/MF settings] → [MF memory] → [On] before manually focusing, you can retain the manual focus status for the next time you turn on the camera. zz In / mode, the camera returns to the zoom position where settings were registered. zz Restoring the zoom position - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 128
during extended 4K recording, [ ] is displayed and recording stops. At this time, movie recording will be unavailable, even if you press the movie recording button. Following the instructions displayed, either choose a movie recording size other than [ ] or [ ] or turn off the camera to let - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 129
] zz Adjusting the Recording Volume When set to [Auto], the recording level (volume) is automatically adjusted during recording. If you prefer to adjust the level manually to suit the scene, change it to [Manual]. 1 [Sound rec.] → [Manual] 2 [Rec. level] zz button → / buttons 129 - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 130
zz To restore the original recording volume, choose [Auto] on the recording screen. zz Wind Filter Noise from windy recording sites can be reduced with the wind filter. If there is no wind, recordings may sound unnatural when this option is used. In this case, set [Wind filter] to [Disable]. 1 [Wind - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 131
Configuring Movie Servo AF Specify whether to keep subjects in focus when recording movies. 1 [Movie Servo AF] Enable Disable Keeps subjects in focus, even when the shutter button is not pressed halfway. Focus remains constant as movies are recorded. zz To keep the focus at a specific position, - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 132
Using Auto Slow Shutter Specify whether to reduce the shutter speed automatically under low light when recording [ ], [ ], [ ], or [ ] movies. 1 [ Auto slow shutter] Enable Disable Enables you to record movies that are brighter and less affected by image noise by automatically reducing the - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 133
Miniature Model Effect in Movies (Miniature Effect Movie) Creates the effect of a miniature model in movies, by blurring image areas outside a selected area. Miniature effect movie 1 button choose an option 2 Set the area to keep in focus (scene frame). z z button → / buttons to move the frame - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 134
Estimated playback speed and time for a movie recorded for one minute: Speed Playback Time Approx. 12 sec. Approx. 6 sec. Approx. 3 sec. zz You can also move the AF point with the dial. zz Sound is not recorded. zz To make people and objects in the scene move quickly during playback, - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 135
Recording Video Snapshots Record a series of 4, 6, or 8 sec. video snapshots, and the camera will combine them to create a video snapshot album that shows these highlights of your trip or event. 1 [Video snapshot] → [Video snapshot] → [Enable] Playback time Playback - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 136
zz The indicated playback time per video snapshot is only a guideline. zz Set the movie recording size to [ ] or [ ]. zz Any video snapshots that you manually stop recording are saved as normal movies. zz No sound is recorded when you set [Playback effect] to [2x speed] or [1/2x speed]. 136 - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 137
Recording Time-Lapse Movies Time-lapse movies combine images that are shot automatically at a specified interval. Any gradual changes of the subject (such as changes in a landscape) are played back in fast motion. 1 [Time-lapse movie] → [Timelapse] → [Scene *] 2 Configure the settings. zz Set the - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 138
start shooting. Set it to [Enable] to turn the screen off about 10 seconds after the first frame is captured. zz Do not disturb the camera while recording. zz To cancel recording, press the movie recording button again. zz Fast-moving subjects may look distorted in movies. zz Sound is not - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 139
display is included in HDMI output as movies are recorded. No image is shown on the camera. Movies can be recorded on the camera. HDMI output consists only of 4K content, without information display. On the camera, information display is shown over images. Movies cannot be recorded on the - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 140
Setting the Type of Digest Movie When shooting in mode, both stills and digest movies are recorded. Specify whether to include a still moment in digest movies. 1 [Digest type] Include stills No stills Digest movies include a still moment. Digest movies do not include a still moment. 140 - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 141
Playback Enjoy browsing through your shots, and find and edit images in several ways. zz To prepare the camera for these operations, press the switch to playback. button to 141 - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 142
Viewing After shooting stills or movies, you can view them on the screen as follows. 1 Press the button. 2 Choose images. zz Movies are labeled with [ ]. Playing movies zz button (twice) zz Press the / buttons to adjust the volume. 142 - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 143
after about a minute during playback. You can turn the camera off when the lens is retracted by pressing the button. resume movies, press the button. zz Lines indicating the aspect ratio are displayed when you view RAW images. These lines are shown on the top and bottom of images shot at an aspect - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 144
Magnifying Images Images you play back can be magnified. 1 Choose images. 2 Magnify or reduce images. zz Magnify: Zoom lever toward zz Reduce: Zoom lever toward zz Move the display position: / / / buttons zz When viewing a magnified image, you can switch to other images while maintaining - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 145
on the day of still shooting is played back from the beginning. zz After a moment, [ ] will no longer be displayed when you are using the camera with information display deactivated. 145 - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 146
Finding Images in an Index By displaying multiple images in an index, you can quickly find the images you are looking for. 1 Move the zoom lever toward . zz Display more images: Zoom lever toward zz Display fewer images: Zoom lever toward 2 Find the images. zz / / / buttons or dial 3 Choose an - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 147
Editing Movies zz Removing the Beginning/End of Movies You can remove unneeded portions from the beginning and end of movies (except digest movies (=54) and video snapshots (=135)). 1 Choose a [ ] movie. 2 button → [ ] 3 Choose [ ]. zz During playback, press the button to choose [ ]. zz The - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 148
you can cut (identified by [ ] on the screen), press the / buttons to move [ ] or [ ]. At the position to cut, press the button. 5 Review the edited movie. zz Playback: [ ] zz Cancel editing: button 6 Save the movie. zz [ ] → [New file] zz Save a compressed version: [ ] → [OK] Image quality - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 149
pack runs out while saving is in progress. zz When editing movies, you should use a fully charged battery pack. zz Extracting Frames of 4K Movies as Stills Frames of your choice in [ stills. ] or [ ] movies can be saved as 1 Choose a frame to extract. zz During playback, press the button - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 150
zz Editing Digest Movies Individual chapters (clips) (=54) recorded in mode can be erased. Be careful when erasing clips, because they cannot be recovered. 1 Choose [ ] images. 2 button → [ ] 3 Choose a clip. zz During playback, press the button, and then use [ ] or [ ] to choose a clip. 4 - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 151
zz After [Erase this clip?] is displayed, the chapter is erased and the digest movie is overwritten when you choose [OK] and press the button. zz Albums created when recording video snapshots can also be edited. Albums created with [Create album] cannot be edited. 151 - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 152
button Enable] zz Protected images on a memory card will be erased if you format the card. zz Protected images cannot be erased using the camera's erasure function. To erase them this way, first cancel protection. zz You can choose [All found images] or [Unprotect all found] by using [Protect - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 153
zz Protecting Multiple Images You can choose multiple images to protect at once. 1 [Protect images] 2 Choose images. Selecting images individually zz [Select images] → choose an image → button → button Selecting a range zz [Select range] → choose the first image → button → choose the last - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 154
Selecting all images in a folder zz [All images in folder] → choose a folder → [OK] Selecting all images on a card zz [All images on card] → [OK] 154 - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 155
Rotating Images Change the orientation of images and save them. 1 Choose an image. 2 button choose an option 155 - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 156
an image. 2 Press the button. zz Choose the erasure option → button zz Protected images cannot be erased. zz During display of images captured in both RAW and JPEG format, pressing the button displays [Erase ], [Erase JPEG], and [Erase ]. Choose an option to erase the image. zz You can choose - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 157
zz Erasing Multiple Images at Once You can choose multiple images to erase at once. 1 [Erase images] 2 Choose images. Selecting images individually zz [Select and erase images] → choose an image → button zz The image is labeled with [ ]. z z button → [OK] Selecting a range zz [Select range] - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 158
Selecting all images in a folder zz [All images in folder] → choose a folder → [OK] Selecting all images on a card zz [All images on card] → [OK] zz Choosing an image captured in both RAW and JPEG format will erase both versions. 158 - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 159
service (up to 998 images) by choosing the images on a memory card and the number of copies. The printing information you prepare this way will conform to DPOF (Digital zz Press the button to return to the printing screen. zz RAW images and movies cannot be selected. zz Not all of your DPOF - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 160
zz Printing Images Added to the Print Order (DPOF) 1 Connect the camera to a PictBridgecompatible printer. zz The playback screen is displayed. zz button → [Print order] 2 Print the images. zz [Print] → [OK] 160 - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 161
images in a folder zz [Multiple] → [All images in folder] → choose a folder → [OK] Selecting all images on a card zz [Multiple] → [All images on card] → [OK] zz RAW images and movies cannot be selected. 161 - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 162
Correcting Red-Eye Automatically corrects images affected by red‑eye. You can save the corrected image as a separate file. 1 [Red-eye correction] 2 Choose an image. 3 Press the button. 4 Save the image. zz Once red-eye is corrected, frames are displayed around corrected image areas. zz Some images - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 163
Cropping You can specify a portion of an image to save as a separate image file. 1 button → [ ] 2 Adjust the cropping area. zz Reduce the frame: Zoom lever toward Enlarge the frame: Zoom lever toward zz Move the frame: / / / buttons zz Straighten the image: dial → [ ] → button → dial zz - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 164
3 Save the image. z z dial OK] zz RAW images cannot be edited. zz Cropped images cannot be cropped again. zz Cropped images cannot be resized. zz Cropped images will have a lower pixel count - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 165
Resizing Images Save a smaller version of an image, with fewer pixels. 1 button choose an option 2 Save the image. zz RAW images cannot be edited. 165 - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 166
Rating Images Organize images by rating them on a scale of 1 - 5. 1 Choose an image. 2 button choose an option zz Choose multiple images: button → choose an item zz [Select range]: Choose the first image → button → choose the last image → button → button → dial to set the rating → [OK] - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 167
you start playback and [Loading image] is displayed, the slideshow starts in a few seconds. zz Press the button to stop the slideshow. zz The camera's power-saving functions are deactivated during slideshows. zz To pause or resume slideshows, press the button. zz You can switch to other images - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 168
Finding Images Matching Specified Conditions Find images quickly on a memory card full of images by filtering image display according to your specified conditions. 1 button → [ ] 2 Specify conditions. zz Item: / buttons zz Option: / buttons 3 Complete the setting. z z button → [OK] zz Matching - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 169
Finding Images with the Main Dial Use the dial to find and jump between images quickly according to your specified conditions. 1 button choose an option 2 Find the images. z z dial 169 - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 170
Combining Video Snapshots Combine video snapshots to create a new movie (album). 1 [Create album] 2 Specify video snapshots. zz Choose a movie (an existing album) → button → button → [OK] 3 Edit the album. zz Video snapshots in the movie selected in step 2 are displayed. zz Choose an item in - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 171
Rearrange video snapshots Remove video snapshot Play video snapshot Finish editing Rearrange video snapshots. Choose a video snapshot to move and press the button. To move it, use the / buttons. Choose video snapshots to exclude from the new album. Video snapshots labeled with a [ ] icon are not - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 172
Starting Playback from the Last Image Displayed You can specify whether to show the last image displayed when you switch to the playback screen. 1 [View from last seen] Enable Disable The last image displayed on the playback screen is displayed. The most recent image is displayed. 172 - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 173
Wireless Features Send images wirelessly to a variety of compatible devices, or share them via Web services. Before using wireless features, be sure to read "Precautions for Wireless Features" (= 264). 173 - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 174
printers (2) Send images to a computer automatically (4) Upload to Web services (1) Connect to smartphones (=176, =183) Control the camera remotely and browse images on the camera over a Wi-Fi connection by using the dedicated Camera Connect app on smartphones or tablets. You can also geotag - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 175
-Fi connection from printers compatible with PictBridge (wireless LAN) technology. (4) Upload to Web services (=194) Share images with friends or family on social media or the CANON iMAGE GATEWAY online photo service for Canon customers after you complete member registration (free of charge). 175 - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 176
via Wi-Fi. Prepare the smartphone as follows. zz The free dedicated Camera Connect app must be installed on the smartphone. zz For details on this app (supported smartphones and included functions), refer to the Canon website. zz Camera Connect can be installed from Google Play or the App Store. You - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 177
3 [Bluetooth function] → [Smartphone] 4 Press the button. 5 Enter a nickname and press the button. zz To use the nickname displayed, press the button. 6 [OK] 7 [Pairing] 177 - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 178
8 [Do not display] 9 Start Camera Connect on the smartphone. 10 Touch the nickname of the camera for pairing. 11 Touch [Pair] (iOS only). 12 On the camera, choose [OK]. 13 Press the button. zz Pairing is now complete, and the camera is connected to the smartphone via Bluetooth. 178 - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 179
active Bluetooth connections will be lost if you remove the camera battery pack. The connection will be reestablished when you insert the battery pack and turn on the camera. zz Battery life may be shorter when you use the camera after pairing with a smartphone, because power is consumed even when - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 180
zz Connecting to Smartphones via Wi-Fi with the Wi-Fi Button You can also establish a Wi-Fi connection with smartphones from the button. 1 Press the button. 2 Register a nickname. zz If the [Nickname] screen is displayed, register a nickname (=176). 3 [] 4 [Register a device for connection] 180 - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 181
name) displayed on the camera to establish a connection. zz In the password field on the smartphone, enter the password displayed on the camera. 8 Start Camera Connect on the smartphone. 9 Select the camera to connect to. zz In the [Cameras] list in Camera Connect, touch the camera to connect to via - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 182
10 Establish a Wi-Fi connection. zz [OK] → button zz [ Wi-Fi on] is displayed on the camera. zz The main Camera Connect screen is displayed on the smartphone. zz The devices are now connected via Wi-Fi. zz Restricting Image Viewing Restrict the images that can - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 183
Used with Smartphones The features described below are available over a wireless connection with smartphones. Pair the camera with a smartphone via Bluetooth as described in steps 1-13 of "Saving Camera Images to a Smartphone" (= 176), and connect via Wi-Fi as described in steps 1-15. zz Sending - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 184
camera temporarily overheats during extended 4K recording or full HD recording at a high frame rate, [ ] is displayed and recording stops. At this time, movie recording will be unavailable, even if you press the movie recording button. Following the instructions location services. 1 Start Camera - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 185
be geotagged. zz The location information added to movies is acquired initially, when you start recording. zz Shots may not be geotagged immediately after the camera is turned on. zz Others may be able to locate or identify you by using location data in your geotagged still images or movies. Be - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 186
Connecting to Printers via Wi-Fi Images on the camera can be printed on a printer connected to the camera via Wi-Fi. 1 Press the 2[ ] button. 3 [Register a device for connection] 4 Check the SSID and password. 186 - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 187
. zz In the printer's Wi-Fi setting menu, choose the SSID (network name) displayed on the camera to establish a connection. zz In the password field on the printer, enter the password displayed on the camera. 6 Choose the printer. zz Choose the printer to connect to via Wi-Fi and press the button - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 188
zz Establishing a Connection via an Access Point The camera can connect to an access point that a printer is connected to, to print via the access point. Connect the devices near the access point, because - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 189
5 [Auto setting] → [OK] zz The camera will connect to the access point. 6 Go to step 6 of "Connecting to Printers via Wi-Fi" (= 186). the access point. Choose a device on the [Select a device for connection] screen. For further details, refer to the user manual included with your access point. 189 - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 190
access point (also set up for camera Wi-Fi connections) when the camera is within range, as when you bring the camera home after shooting. Connecting via Wi- screen to set up pairing is shown when you follow the instructions displayed the first time Image Transfer Utility 2 starts up. 4 [Wireless - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 191
5 [Auto send images to computer] → [Auto send] → [Enable] 6 [OK] 7 [Connect with WPS] → [WPS (PBC mode)] → [OK] 8 Press the WPS button. zz Press the WPS button on the access point to allow the camera to connect. 9 [Auto setting] → [OK] 191 - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 192
images to computer] in step 5, choose [Image sending options] and specify the transfer conditions. 13 Turn the camera off. Sending Images Automatically zz Following the sending options in step 12, images on the camera are automatically sent to the computer you are logged in to when you bring the - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 193
zz When using auto image transfer, ensure that the battery pack has sufficient charge. Power saving on the camera is deactivated. zz Any images captured after auto image transfer are not sent to the computer then. They are sent automatically when the camera is restarted. zz If auto image transfer to - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 194
on countries and regions where CANON iMAGE GATEWAY is available, visit the Canon website (http://www.canon.com/ cig/). zz For CANON iMAGE GATEWAY instructions and setting details, refer to the help information for CANON iMAGE GATEWAY. zz To use Web services other than CANON iMAGE GATEWAY, you must - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 195
GATEWAY Link the camera and CANON iMAGE GATEWAY by adding CANON iMAGE GATEWAY as a destination Web service on the camera. Connect the devices near the access point, because you will ] zz Press the WPS button on the access point. zz Choose [Auto setting] on the camera's [IP address set.] screen. 195 - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 196
address. 6 Enter a four-digit number of your choice. 7 Check for the notification message. zz [OK] zz [ ] now changes to [ ]. 8 Access the page in the notification message and complete camera link settings. zz Follow the instructions to complete the settings on the camera link settings page. 196 - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 197
„„ Registering Other Web Services You can also add Web services besides CANON iMAGE GATEWAY to the camera. 1 Log in to CANON iMAGE GATEWAY and access the camera link settings page. zz http://www.canon.com/cig/ 2 Follow the on-screen instructions to complete settings for Web services you want to use - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 198
zz If any configured settings change, update camera settings by registering affected Web services on the camera. zz Uploading Images to Web Services 1 Press the button. 2 Choose the destination. zz Choose a Web service icon. zz If a Web service offers multiple recipients or sharing options, choose - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 199
Reconnecting via Wi-Fi Reconnecting to devices or Web services via Wi-Fi is possible once the connection settings are registered. press the / buttons to switch to other screens. zz For Web services, the connection is now complete. 3 Prepare the other device. zz Prepare the other device by following - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 200
Ending Wi-Fi Connections 1 Press the button. 2 [Disconnect,exit] → [OK] 200 - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 201
settings] → [Bluetooth function] 2 Choose [Check/clear connection info], and then press the button. 3 Prepare the smartphone. zz In the Bluetooth system settings, clear the registered camera information. 201 - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 202
Changing or Deleting Connection Settings Connection settings saved on the camera can be changed or deleted. Before changing or deleting connection settings, end the Wi-Fi connection. 1 Press the button. 2 Choose an item. zz On the - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 203
Function Settings Make the camera easier to use by customizing or adjusting basic functions. zz These settings are configured on the and menu tabs. Customize commonly used functions, for greater convenience. zz These instructions apply to the camera in mode. 203 - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 204
folder] 2 Configure the settings. zz Select folders: simply select a folder zz Create folders: [Create folder] → [OK] zz Folders are named as in 100CANON, with a three-digit folder number followed by five letters or numbers. zz Folders with numbers in the range 100-999 can be created. 204 - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 205
) and saved in folders that store up to 9,999 images each. You can change how the camera assigns file numbers. 1 [File numbering] → [Numbering] or [Manual reset] Continuous Auto reset Manual reset Images are numbered consecutively (until the 9999th shot is taken/saved) even if you switch memory - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 206
setting that straightens images shot in vertical orientation when they are displayed. 1 [Auto rotate] On Automatically rotate images during playback on both the camera and computers. On Automatically rotate images during playback on computers. Off Do not automatically rotate images. 206 - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 207
Memory Cards Before using a new memory card or a card formatted in another device, you should format the card with this camera. Low-level formatting may be helpful if the camera is not working correctly, reading/writing of images on the memory card is slower, continuous shooting is slower, or movie - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 208
zz Formatting or erasing data on a memory card only changes file management information on the card and does not erase the data completely. When disposing of or transferring ownership of memory cards, take steps to protect personal information if necessary, as by physically destroying cards. zz The - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 209
Configuring the Feature Guide Specify whether to display feature guidance when items are selected on the Quick Control screen. 1 [Feature guide] 209 - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 210
Using Eco Mode This function allows you to conserve battery power in shooting modes. When the camera is not in use, the screen darkens to save battery life. 1 [Eco mode] The screen darkens when the camera is not used for approximately two seconds; approximately ten seconds after darkening, the - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 211
Power-Saving Features The timing of automatic deactivation of the camera, screen, and viewfinder can be adjusted in [Auto power off], [Display off], and [Viewfinder off]. 1 [Power saving] 2 Configure the settings. zz To conserve battery power, you should normally choose [Power saving] → [Display off - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 212
screen or during single-image display. To restore the original brightness, press and hold the button again for at least one second or restart the camera. 212 - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 213
Adjusting the Date, Time, and Time Zone Adjust the date and time. 1 [Date/Time/Zone] 2 Configure the settings. zz Follow steps 2-3 in "Setting the Date, Time, Time Zone, and Language" (= 24) to adjust the settings. 213 - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 214
Changing the Language The current display language can be changed. 1 [Language ] 2 Configure the settings. zz / / / buttons to choose a language → button 214 - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 215
Setting the Video System Set the video system of any television used for display. This setting determines the image quality (frame rate) available for movies. 1 [Video system] NTSC PAL For areas using the NTSC TV system, such as North America, Japan, South Korea, and Mexico. For areas using the - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 216
Adjusting Beeping Specify whether the camera plays sounds when you press the shutter button halfway or use the self-timer. 1 [Beep] 216 - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 217
Adjusting the Volume Adjust the volume of individual camera sounds. 1 [Volume] 2 Configure the settings. zz button → / buttons 217 - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 218
Setting the HDMI Output Resolution Set the output resolution used for camera images when connected to a television or external recording device with an HDMI cable. 1 [HDMI resolution] Auto 1080p Images are automatically displayed at optimal resolution for - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 219
Customizing Zoom Button Functions Zoom button functions are customizable. 1 [ button function] Slow zoom Fast zoom Set MF dist Zoom at low speed. Zoom at high speed. Set the focal position used in manual focusing. 219 - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 220
Switching AF Point Selector and AE Lock Button Functions Functions performed by the and button can be switched. 1 [Switch / button] → [Enable] 220 - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 221
Customizing Shooting Information Display You can customize the details and screens of information shown on the camera or in the viewfinder when you shoot. The type of histogram and grid display are also customizable. 1 [Shooting info. disp.] → [Shooting info disp settings] 2 Press - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 222
Setting a Priority for Shooting Display Performance You can select the performance option to prioritize in shooting screen display for stills. 1 [Disp. performance] Power saving Smooth Screen display consumes less power. Even quick-moving subjects are displayed smoothly. 222 - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 223
the Display Mode You can select the display mode for shooting screens. 1 [Display settings] → [Display control] Auto Manual Normally use the screen for display, but switch to the viewfinder when you look through it. With [Manual display], you can restrict display to the screen or viewfinder. 223 - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 224
Lens Retraction Timing The lens is normally retracted for safety about one minute after you press the button in shooting modes. To have the lens retracted immediately after you press the button, set the retraction timing to [0 sec.]. 1 [Lens retraction] 224 - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 225
Setting Reverse Display Specify whether to display a mirror image when shooting with the screen rotated around toward the front. 1 [Reverse display] 225 - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 226
Setting Start-up Screen Display Specify whether to display the start-up screen when you turn the camera on. 1 [Start-up image] 226 - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 227
Metric / Non-Metric Display Change the unit of measurement shown in the zoom bar (=76), MF indicator (=86), and elsewhere from m/cm to ft/in. 1 [Units] 227 - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 228
Configuring Custom Functions Configure Custom Functions for advanced camera customization. 1 [Custom Functions (C.Fn)] 2 Choose an item. zz / buttons → button 3 Configure the settings. C.Fn I:Exposure Safety shift C.Fn II:Others Dial direction during Tv/Av C. - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 229
zz To restore [Custom Functions (C.Fn)] defaults (except [Custom Controls] settings), choose [Reset camera] → [Other settings] → [Custom function (C.Fn)] → [OK]. zz Customizing Buttons Customize functions of buttons, such as the shutter button. [ ] (AE lock button) and [ ] (Framing Assist - Lock - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 230
zz To restore [Custom Controls] defaults, choose [Reset camera] → [Other settings] → [Custom Controls] → [OK]. 230 - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 231
Even settings that are usually cleared when you switch shooting modes or turn the camera off can be retained this way. Settings That Can Be Saved zz Shooting set in / / / modes (with some exceptions) zz Zoom positions zz Manual focus positions (=86) 1 Enter a shooting mode with settings you want to - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 232
zz To edit saved settings (other than shooting mode), choose or , change the settings, and then choose [Custom shooting mode (C1, C2)] → [Register settings] again. These setting details are not applied in other shooting modes. zz To reset saved settings to their defaults, choose [Custom shooting - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 233
Restoring Default Camera Settings Restore default camera settings in / / / / modes. 1 [Reset camera] zz Clear basic settings: [Basic settings] → [OK] zz Clear other settings: [Other settings] → choose an item → [OK] zz Basic settings such as [Language ] and [Date/ - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 234
Setting Copyright Information to Record in Images Your specified author's name and copyright details can be recorded in your shots. 1 [Copyright information] → [Enter author's name] or [Enter copyright details] zz Enter a name → button → [OK] zz To check the information entered, choose [Copyright - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 235
Downloading Manuals/Software from a QR Code A QR code can be displayed on the camera screen to access a webpage for downloading instruction manuals and software. 1 [Manual/software URL] 235 - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 236
Displaying Certification Logos Some logos for certification requirements met by the camera can be viewed on the screen. 1 [Certification Logo Display] 236 - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 237
Saving Commonly Used Shooting Menu Items (My Menu) You can save up to six commonly used shooting menu items on the tab. By customizing the tab, you can access these items quickly from a single screen. 1 [Add My Menu tab] → [OK] 2 [Configure] 3 [Select items to register] zz Choose an item → [OK] zz - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 238
To rearrange the items zz [Sort registered items] → choose an item to move → / buttons to move → button zz You can add up to [ 5] My Menu tabs. zz Grayed-out items can also be specified for your added My Menu tabs, but they may not be available in some shooting modes. zz Choosing [Configure] → [ - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 239
zz Deleting a My Menu Tab 1 [Delete tab] zz Deleting All My Menu Tabs 1 [Delete all My Menu tabs] zz Deleting All Added Items 1 [Delete all items] 239 - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 240
zz Customizing My Menu Display Specify which screen is displayed when the shooting modes. button is pressed in 1 [Menu display] Normal display Display from My Menu tab Display only My Menu tab Display the most recent menu, as shown for your previous operation. Start display from tab screens. - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 241
this product and/or accidents such as fire, etc., caused by the malfunction of non-genuine Canon accessories (e.g., a leakage and/or explosion of a battery pack). Please note that any repairs your Canon product may require as a result of such malfunction are not covered under warranty and will incur - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 242
following camera accessories are sold separately. Note that availability varies by area, and some accessories may no longer be available. zz Power Supplies Battery Pack LP-E12 zz Rechargeable lithium-ion battery Battery Charger LC-E12 Series zz Charger for Battery Pack LP-E12 zz The battery charger - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 243
required when mounting a 67 mm filter. Can also be used in zoom photography. Canon Lens Filter (67 mm dia.) zz Protects the lens and enables a variety of shooting at the same time. zz Printers Canon PictBridge-Compatible Printers zz Even without using a computer, you can print images by - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 244
Accessories zz Playback on a TV You can view your shots on a TV by connecting the camera to an HDTV with a commercially available HDMI cable (not exceeding 2.5 m / 8.2 ft., with a Type D terminal on the camera to the TV manual. 1 Make sure the camera and TV are off. 2 Connect the camera to the TV. - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 245
output, display of the next image may take some time if you switch between 4K and HD movies, or movies of different frame rates. zz Using a Lens 1 Attach the lens hood. zz Make sure the camera is off. zz Align the lens hood mark (2) with the camera mark (1), and turn the lens hood in the direction - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 246
. To attach a lens filter, you will need Filter Adapter FA-DC67A (sold separately). 1 Attach the filter adapter. zz Make sure the camera is off. zz Align the notches on the camera and the filter adapter and turn the adapter in the direction of the arrow until locked. zz To remove the filter - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 247
the use of genuine Canon filters (67 mm dia.). zz When not using auto focus to shoot, set the manual focus option [Safety MF camera at the same time. zz Shooting Remotely Wireless Remote Control BR-E1 (sold separately) can be used to shoot. Also refer to the wireless remote control instruction manual - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 248
3 Set up the camera for remote shooting. zz Stills: button → [ ]→[ ] zz Movies: mode → → [Enable] [Remote control] 4 Shoot. zz For movie recording, set the remote control's release mode/movie shooting - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 249
Switch (Sold Separately) An optional Remote Switch RS-60E3 (sold separately) can be used to avoid camera shake that may otherwise occur when pressing the shutter button directly. This optional accessory is convenient when shooting at slow shutter speeds. 1 Connect the remote switch. zz Make sure the - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 250
zz Any attenuator settings you have configured are also applied to recording with the external microphone. zz Connecting an external microphone will deactivate [Wind filter]. 250 - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 251
a computer and save images to the computer. For details on computer connections, refer to the computer user manual. 1 Make sure the camera is off. 2 Connect the camera to the computer. 3 Turn the camera on. 4 Save the images to the computer. zz To open images, use preinstalled or commonly available - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 252
printer with a USB cable (sold separately; camera end: Micro-B). A Canon SELPHY CP series compact photo printer is used here for the sake of illustration. Screens displayed and available functions vary by printer. Also refer to the printer manual for additional information. 1 Make sure the - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 253
5 Access the printing screen. zz button → [Print image] 6 [Print] 253 - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 254
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If cleaning is difficult, contact a Customer Support Help Desk. zz Store unused battery packs in a plastic bag or other container. To maintain battery performance if you will not use the battery pack for some time, about once a year charge it and then use the camera until it runs out of power before - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 256
Troubleshooting If you think there is a problem with the camera, first check the following. If the issue persists, contact a Customer Support Help Desk. „„ Power Nothing happens when the power button is pressed. zz Dirty battery terminals reduce battery performance. Try cleaning the terminals with a - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 257
screen when shooting. zz Note that the following display problems are not recorded in still images but are recorded in Under high temperatures, continuous shooting may be much slower. In this case, turn off the camera and allow it to cool down. Shots are out of focus. zz Confirm that unneeded - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 258
the cable. Cannot connect to the access point. zz Confirm that the access point channel is set to a channel supported by the camera. Note that instead of auto channel assignment, it is advisable to specify a supported channel manually. For details on supported channels, check the Canon website. 258 - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 259
Error codes (Errxx) and recommended responses are displayed. zz Error codes are displayed if camera problems occur. If the problem persists, write down the error code (Errxx) and contact a Customer Support Help Desk. zz Error numbers for wireless communication errors (Errxx) are displayed in the - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 260
(3) AF operation (4) Grid lines (5) Drive mode/Self-timer (6) Metering mode (7) Image quality (8) Miniature effect movie (9) Movie recording size (10) Video snapshot (11) Camera shake warning (12) AE lock (13) Recordable shots (14) Maximum continuous shots (15) Movie recording time available (16 - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 261
(17) Zoom magnification, Digital tele-converter (18) AF point (19) Spot AE point frame (20) Electronic level (21) Framing Assist - Lock (22) Histogram (23) Focus range (24) White balance ( - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 262
zz During Playback (1) (2) (3) (6) (4) (5) (7) (8) (9) (10) (11) (12) (1) Current image / Total images (2) Battery level (3) Wi-Fi signal strength (4) Bluetooth connection status (5) Rating (6) Protection (7) Folder number - File number (8) Shutter speed (9) Aperture value (10) Exposure - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 263
(1) (2) (3) (4) (5) (6) (7) (8) (9) (10) (11) (12) (13) (14) (15) (16) (17) (18) (1) Shooting date/time (2) Histogram (3) Shooting mode (4) Shutter speed (5) Aperture value (6) Exposure compensation level (7) ISO speed (8) White balance (9) White balance correction (10) Style setting details - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 264
camera regulated by the Foreign Exchange and Foreign Trade Act are exported (which includes bringing them outside Japan or showing them to non-residents in Japan), export or service guide. Be sure to use the wireless function of this product within the guidelines noted in this guide. Canon accepts - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 265
network as a springboard to cover their tracks when infiltrating other systems). To prevent these types of problems from occurring, be sure to thoroughly secure your Wi-Fi network. Only use this camera's Wi-Fi function with a proper understanding of Wi-Fi security, and balance risk and convenience - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 266
Third-Party Software zz AES-128 Library Copyright (c) 1998-2008, Brian Gladman, Worcester, UK. All rights reserved. LICENSE TERMS The redistribution and use of this software (with or without changes) is allowed without the payment of fees or royalties provided that: 1. s ource code distributions - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 267
LIABLE FOR ANY DIRECT, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, EXEMPLARY, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES (INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, PROCUREMENT OF SUBSTITUTE GOODS OR SERVICES; LOSS OF USE, DATA, OR PROFITS; OR BUSINESS INTERRUPTION) HOWEVER CAUSED AND ON ANY THEORY OF LIABILITY, WHETHER IN CONTRACT, STRICT - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 268
LIABLE FOR ANY DIRECT, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, EXEMPLARY, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES (INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, PROCUREMENT OF SUBSTITUTE GOODS OR SERVICES; LOSS OF USE, DATA, OR PROFITS; OR BUSINESS INTERRUPTION) HOWEVER CAUSED AND ON ANY THEORY OF LIABILITY, WHETHER IN CONTRACT, STRICT - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 269
If personal information and/or Wi-Fi security settings, such as passwords, etc., are saved on the camera, please be aware that such information and settings may still remain in the camera. When transferring the camera to another person, disposing of it, or sending it for repair, be sure to take the - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 270
Wi-Fi Alliance. zz The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Canon Inc. is under license. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners. zz All other trademarks are the property of their respective - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 271
subject to change without notice, as are product specifications and appearance. zz Illustrations and screenshots in this guide may differ slightly from the actual equipment. zz The above items notwithstanding, Canon cannot be held liable for any loss arising from the use of this product. 271 - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 272
Accessories Battery charger 242 Battery pack Charging 20 Eco mode 210 Power saving 211 Beep 216 Bluetooth 174, 176, 201 C C1/C2 (shooting mode) 231 Camera Resetting 233 Camera Connect 174, 182 CANON /zone Changing 213 Settings 24 Digital tele-converter 126 Digital zoom 76 Display language Changing - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 273
93 Flash exposure compensation 97 Flash off 93 Focusing AF lock 88 AF points 117 MF peaking 87 Servo AF 116 Focus range Macro 85 Manual focus 86 Food (shooting mode) 60 Framing assist Lock 83 Seek 78 G Geotagging images 184 Grainy B/W (shooting mode) 64 Grid lines 221 H Handheld night scene - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 274
manual screen 40 Basic operations 37 R Rating 166 RAW 89 Red-eye correction 162 Resetting 233 Resizing images smartphone 176, 183 Sending images to Web services 194 Servo AF 116 Shooting Shooting information camera effect (shooting mode) 65 Tracking AF 118 Troubleshooting 256 TV display 244 Tv ( - Canon PowerShot SX70 HS | Advanced User Guide - Page 275
V Video snapshot 135 Video system 215 Viewing 30, 142 Digest movies 145 Image search 168 Index display 146 Jump display 169 Magnified display 144 Single-image display 142 Slideshow 167 TV display 244 W Water painting effect (shooting mode) 65 White balance (color) 112 Wi-Fi features 173 Wind filter
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Advanced User Guide
Contents
Camera Basics
Shooting
Playback
Wireless Features
Function Settings
Accessories
Appendix
Index
ENGLISH