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DIGITAL CAMERA
Camera User Guide

Camera User Guide

z Please read the Read This First section (p. 4).
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malfunction of the camera, the software, the Use of genuine Canon accessories is
CompactFlash™ cards (CF cards), personal recommended.
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cards. This product is designed to perform optimally when used
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 About this Camera User Guide
Flowchart and Reference Guides Symbols Used
This Guide
Icons under title bars show the operations mode.
Shooting with the Camera As in the example below, the mode dial should be
set to , , , , , , , , , ,
or .
Software Starter Guide
Installing the Software Using the Flash
This Guide Shooting Mode Dial

Connecting the Camera to a Computer

Software Starter Guide This mark denotes issues that may affect the
Downloading Images to a Computer camera's operation.

This mark denotes additional topics that

Direct Print User Guide complement the basic operating procedures.
Printer User Guide
Using the Printer and Printing

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Table of Contents
Items marked with  are lists or charts that Chapter 4. Erasing
summarize camera functions or procedures.
Erasing Images Individually . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Erasing All Images . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Read This First
Chapter 5. Useful Shooting Functions
Chapter 1. Preparing the Camera Using the Shooting Mode Dial (Image Zone) . . . . . 48
Components Guide. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Portrait
Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Landscape
Installing the Battery Pack/CF Card . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Night Scene
Turning the Power On/Off. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Fast Shutter
Slow Shutter
Setting the Date/Time. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Shooting Panoramic Images (Stitch Assist) . . . 50
Setting the Language . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Macro Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
Using the LCD Monitor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Using the Self-timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Chapter 2. Shooting-The Basics Digital Zoom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
 Auto Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Continuous Shooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Reviewing an Image Right after Shooting . . . . . . . 33 Changing the File Format. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Changing the Resolution and Compression . . . . . . 35 Movie Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
Using the Flash. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 Viewing/Editing Movies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60

Chapter 3. Playback-The Basics Chapter 6. Shooting-Advanced Functions

Displaying Images Individually . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 Selecting Menus and Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63

Magnifying Images . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 Resetting the Settings to Default . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
Viewing Images in Sets of Nine (Index Playback) . 44 Using the Mode Dial (Creative Zone) . . . . . . . . . . . 72
JUMP Jumping Between Images . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 Program AE
Setting the Shutter Speed
Setting the Aperture
Manually Setting the Shutter
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 Selecting an AF Frame . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76 Chapter 9. Additional Features
Switching between Light Metering Modes . . . . 78
Downloading Images to a Computer . . . . . . . . . . 117
Adjusting the Exposure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80
Computer System Requirements . . . . . . . . . 117
Adjusting the Tone (White Balance) . . . . . . . . . . . 81
Viewing Images on a TV Set . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124
Changing the ISO Speed. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84
About Printing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126
Changing the Photo Effect. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85
Print Settings (DPOF Print Settings) . . . . . . . . . . 128
Auto Exposure Bracketing (AEB Mode) . . . . . . . . 86
Image Transmission Settings (DPOF Transfer Order) .133
Focus Bracketing (Focus-BKT Mode) . . . . . . . . . . 87
Locking the Exposure Setting (AE Lock) . . . . . . . . 89 Appendix
Locking the Flash Exposure Setting (FE Lock) . . . 90 List of Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136
Switching between Flash Adjustment Settings . . . 91 Troubleshooting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138
Switching the Timing at which the Flash Fires . . . 93 Using the Wireless Controller (Sold Separately) . 143
Shooting Images at Set Intervals (Intervalometer) 94 Using Conversion Lenses (Sold Separately). . . . 145
Shooting Problem Subjects for the Autofocus . . . . 96 Using the Power Kits (Sold Separately) . . . . . . . 147
Saving Custom Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100 Using a Car Battery Charger (Sold Separately) . 149
Chapter 7. Playback-Advanced Functions Camera Care and Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 151
Rotating Images in the Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102
Photo Tips and Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 159
Attaching Sound Memos to Images. . . . . . . . . 103
Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 162
Automated Playback (Slide Show) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104
Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode. . . . 170
Protecting Images . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108
Chapter 8. Camera Settings
Setting the Power Saving Function . . . . . . . . . . . 109
Setting the Auto Rotate Function. . . . . . . . . . . . . 111
Resetting the File Numbers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112
Customizing the Camera (My Camera Settings) . 113

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Read This First
Please Read Warranty Limitations
This camera's warranty is only effective in the
Test Shots
country of sale. If a problem arises while the camera
Before you try to photograph important subjects, we is in use abroad, please convey it back to the country
highly recommend that you shoot several trial of sale before proceeding with a warranty claim to a
images to confirm that the camera is operating and Canon Customer Support Help Desk.
being operated correctly. Please note that Canon
Inc., its subsidiaries and affiliates, and its distributors
are not liable for any consequential damages arising For Canon Customer Support contacts, please
from any malfunction of a camera or accessory, see the Canon Limited Warranty supplied with
including CompactFlash™ cards, that results in the your camera.
failure of an image to be recorded or to be recorded
in a format that is machine readable.
Warning Against Copyright Infringement
Please note that Canon digital cameras are intended
for personal use and should never be used in a
manner that infringes upon or contravenes
international or domestic copyright laws and
regulations. Please be advised that in certain cases
the copying of images from performances,
exhibitions, or commercial properties by means of a
camera or other device may contravene copyright or
other legal rights even if the image was shot for
personal use.

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Camera Body Temperature Safety Precautions
If your camera is used for prolonged periods, the z Before using the camera, please ensure that you
camera body may become warm. Please be aware read and understand the safety precautions
of this and take care when operating the camera for described below. Always ensure that the camera is
an extended period. operated correctly.
z The safety precautions noted on the following
About the LCD Monitor
pages are intended to instruct you in the safe and
The LCD monitor is produced with extremely high-
correct operation of the camera and its accessories
precision manufacturing techniques. More than
to prevent injuries or damage to yourself, other
99.99% of the pixels operate to specification. Less
persons and equipment.
than 0.01% of the pixels may occasionally misfire or
z In the next few pages, the term "equipment" refers
appear as red or black dots. This has no effect on
primarily to the camera, its battery, separately sold
the recorded image and does not constitute a
battery charger and separately sold compact
malfunction.
power adapter.
Video Format
Please set the camera's video signal format to the
one used in your region before using it with a TV
monitor (p. 69).
Language Setting
Please see page 26 to change the language setting.

Please read through the "Read This First"

section (p. 4) before using your camera.

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 Warnings zStop operating the equipment immediately if it emits smoke or
noxious fumes. Failure to do so may result in fire or electrical
shock. Immediately turn the camera's power off, remove the
zDo not aim the camera directly into the sun or at other intense battery and unplug the power cord from the power outlet. Confirm
light sources which could damage your eyesight. that smoke or fume emissions have ceased. Please consult your
zDo not trigger the flash in close proximity to human or animal camera distributor or the closest canon Customer Support Help
eyes. Exposure to the intense light produced by the flash may Desk.
damage eyesight. In particular, remain at least one meter (39 zStop operating the equipment immediately if it is dropped or
inches) away from infants when using the flash. the casing is damaged. Failure to do so may result in fire or
zStore this equipment out of the reach of children and infants. electrical shock. Immediately turn the camera's power off, remove
Accidental damage to the camera or battery by a child could result the battery or unplug the power cord from the power outlet. Please
in serious injury. In addition, placement of the strap around a child’s consult your camera distributor or the closest Canon Customer
neck could result in asphyxiation. Support Help Desk.
zDo not attempt to disassemble or alter any part of the zDo not allow the equipment to come into contact with, or
equipment that is not expressly described in this guide. become immersed in, water or other liquids. Do not allow
Disassembly or alteration may result in high-voltage electrical liquids to enter the interior. The camera has not been waterproofed.
shock. Internal inspections, alterations and repairs should be If the exterior comes into contact with liquids or salt air, wipe it dry
conducted by qualified service personnel authorized by your with a soft, absorbent cloth. In the event that water or other foreign
camera distributor or a Canon Customer Support Help Desk. substances enter the interior, immediately turn the camera's power
off and remove the battery or unplug the power cord from the
zTo avoid the risk of high-voltage electrical shock, do not touch power outlet. Continued use of the equipment may result in fire or
the flash portion of the camera if it has been damaged. electrical shock. Please consult your camera distributor or the
Similarly, never touch internal portions of the equipment that closest Canon Customer Support Help Desk.
become exposed as a result of damage. There is a risk of high-
voltage electrical shock. Please take the first opportunity to consult zDo not use substances containing alcohol, benzene, thinners
your camera distributor or a Canon Customer Support Help Desk. or other flammable substances to clean or maintain the
equipment. The use of these substances may lead to fire.

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zRemove the power cord on a regular periodic basis and wipe zAvoid dropping or subjecting the Battery to severe impacts
away the dust and dirt that collects on the plug, the exterior of that could damage the casings. It could lead to leakage and
the power outlet and the surrounding area. In dusty, humid or injury.
greasy environments, the dust that collects around the plug over
long periods of time may become saturated with humidity and zDo not short-circuit the battery terminals with metallic objects,
short-circuit, leading to fire. such as key holders. It could lead to overheating, burns and other
injuries.
zDo not cut, damage, alter or place heavy items on the power zBefore you discard a battery, cover the terminals with tape or
cord. Any of these actions may cause an electrical short circuit, other insulators to prevent direct contact with other objects.
which may lead to fire or electrical shock. Contact with the metallic components of other materials in waste
zDo not handle the power cord if your hands are wet. Handling it containers may lead to fire or explosion. Discard the Battery in
with wet hands may lead to electrical shock. When unplugging the specialized waste facilities if available in you area.
cord, ensure that you hold the solid portion of the plug. Pulling on
the flexible portion of the cord may damage or expose the wire and zPlease use the designated battery pack and battery charger.
insulation, creating the potential for fires or electrical shocks. Use of another charger may cause the battery to rupture or leak,
posing a risk of fire, injury, and damage to the surroundings.
zUse only the recommended power accessories. Use of power zDisconnect the battery charger or the compact power adapter
sources not expressly recommended for this equipment may lead from both the camera and power outlet after recharging and
to overheating, distortion of the equipment, fire, electrical shock or when the camera is not in use to avoid fires and other hazards.
other hazards.
zDo not place the Battery near a heat source or expose them to zThe camera terminal of the separately sold compact power
direct flame or heat. Neither should you immerse them in water. adapter is designed for exclusive use with your camera. Do not
Such exposure may damage the Battery and lead to the leakage of use it with other products or battery. There is a risk of fire and other
corrosive liquids, fire, electrical shock, explosion or serious injury. hazards.
zExercise due caution when screwing on the separately sold
zDo not attempt to disassemble, alter or apply heat to the wide converter, tele-converter and conversion lens adapter. If
Battery. There is serious risk of injury due to an explosion. they loosen, fall off and shatter, the glass shards may cause an injury.
Immediately flush with water any area of the body, including the
eyes and mouth, or clothing that comes into contact with the inner Caution about magnetic fields
contents of a battery. If the eyes or mouth contact these
substances, immediately flush with water and seek medical Keep objects that are sensitive to magnetic fields (such as credit
assistance. cards) away from the speaker of the camera (p. 12). Such items
may lose data or stop working.
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 zDo not allow metal objects (such as pins or keys) or dirt to
CAUTIONS contact the charger terminals or plug.
zAvoid using, placing or storing the equipment in places zIf your camera is used for prolonged periods, the camera body
subject to strong sunlight or high temperatures, such as the may become warm. Please take care when operating the camera
dashboard or trunk (boot) of a car. Exposure to intense sunlight for an extended period as your hands may experience a burning
and heat may cause the battery to leak, overheat or explode, sensation.
resulting in fire, burns or other injuries. High temperatures may also
cause deformation of the casing. Ensure that there is good
ventilation when using the battery charger to charge the battery.
zDo not store the equipment in humid or dusty areas. Storage in
such areas could lead to fire, electrical shock or other damage.
zBe careful not to bang the camera or subject it to strong
impacts or shocks that could lead to injury or damage the
equipment when wearing or holding it by the strap.
zBe careful not to cover the flash with your fingers or clothing
when shooting. The flash may be damaged and emit smoke or
noise. In addition, do not touch the surface of the flash after taking
several pictures in rapid succession. Either action could result in
burns.
zDo not operate the flash with dirt, dust or other items stuck to
its lens. The resulting heat build-up could damage the flash.
zEnsure that the battery charger or compact power adapter is
plugged into a power outlet of the specified rating, not over
the specified rating. The plug of the battery charger or compact
power adapter varies according to region.
zDo not use the battery charger or compact power adapter if
the power cord is damaged or if the plug is not fully inserted
into the power outlet.
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Preventing Malfunctions If Condensation Forms Inside the Camera
Stop using the camera immediately if you detect
Avoid Strong Magnetic Fields
condensation. Continued use may damage the
Never place the camera in close proximity to electric equipment. Remove the CF card, battery or compact
motors or other equipment generating strong power adapter from the camera and wait until the
electromagnetic fields. Exposure to strong magnetic moisture evaporates completely before resuming
fields may cause malfunctions or corrupt image data. use.
Avoid Condensation Related Problems Extended Storage
Moving the equipment rapidly between hot and cold When not using the camera for extended periods of
temperatures may cause condensation (water time, remove the battery from the camera or battery
droplets) to form on its external and internal surfaces. charger and store the equipment in a safe place.
You can avoid this by placing the equipment in an Storing the camera for extended periods with the
airtight, resealable plastic bag and letting it adjust to battery installed will run down the battery.
temperature changes slowly before removing it from The date, time and other camera settings may reset
the bag. to default settings if the battery pack has been
removed for more than three weeks.

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1. Preparing the Camera Components Guide
Optical Viewfinder Window
Attaching the Wrist Strap*
Self-timer Lamp p. 53
Lens Cover AF-assist Beam
Red-eye Reduction Lamp p. 39

Flash p. 38

Wrist Strap Mount

Microphone
DC Coupler Cable Cover
 p. 148

Lens
CF Card Slot / Remote Sensor
Battery Cover p. 14 Tripod Socket

* Avoid waving the camera about or catching

it on other items when suspending it from
the strap.
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The following cables are used to connect the camera to a The following operations are accessible through
computer or printer. one easy press of the (Print/Share) button
Computer: Interface Cable IFC-400PCU (supplied with (p. 12).
the camera) z Printing: See the Direct Print User Guide
Direct Print Compatible Printers (Sold Separately): (separate from this guide)
zCP Printers: Interface Cable IFC-400PCU (supplied z Downloading images (Windows only): See
with the camera) or the Direct Interface Cable DIF- p. 117 of this guide and the Software Starter
100 (supplied with the printer). Guide (separate from this guide)
zBubble Jet Printers The indicator blinks or lights during a printer or
• Bubble Jet Direct Compatible Printers: Please refer computer connection.
to your Bubble Jet printer user guide. Blue: Ready to print / Ready to transfer images
• PictBridge Compliant Printers: Interface Cable IFC- Blinking blue: Printing / Transferring
400PCU (supplied with the camera)
zPictBridge Compliant Non-Canon Printers: Interface
Cable IFC-400PCU (supplied with the camera)

Please refer to the System Map or the Direct Print User

Guide supplied with the camera for direct print
compatible printer information.

1. Preparing the Camera 11

Controls
FUNC. (Function) Button p. 63 Viewfinder p. 32

(Flash)/ (Index) Button

 p. 38, 44 Shutter Button p. 31
MF (Manual Focus)/
(Single Image Zoom Button
Erase) Button (Macro)/JUMP
Button p. 45, 52 Shooting: (Telephoto)/
 p. 46, 98 (Wide Angle)  p. 30, 54
Speaker Playback: (Zoom in)/
A/V OUT (Zoom out)  p. 43
(Audio/Video Out)
Terminal p. 124

(Playback) Button
 p. 22
(Print/Share)
Button  p. 121

Omni Selector
S(Up) T(Down)
W(Left) X(Right)

SET/ (AF Frame

Selector) Button p. 76
Terminal Cover
MENU Button p. 64
DISPLAY Button p. 27
The LCD monitor is covered with a thin plastic film
DIGITAL LCD Monitor p. 27
Terminal p. 119 (Light Metering) / for protection against scratches during shipment.
(Microphone) Button p. 78, 103 Remove it before using the camera.
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 Shooting Mode Dial : Fast Shutter
Use the mode dial to switch between : Slow Shutter
Creative Zone the Shooting modes. : Stitch Assist p. 50
z : Auto p. 30 : Movie p. 58
The camera automatically selects z Creative Zone p. 72
settings. The user selects exposure, aperture
z Image Zone p. 48 or other settings to achieve special
The camera automatically selects effects.
settings according to the image : Program AE
composition type. : Shutter Speed-priority AE
Image Zone : Aperture-priority AE
: Portrait
: Landscape : Manual Exposure
: Night Scene : Custom

The indicator lights or blinks when the shutter button is pressed or the following operations are underway.
z Power/Mode Indicator Orange: Ready to record (flash on)
Orange: Shooting mode Blinking Orange:Ready to record (camera shake
Green: Playback mode/Printer connection warning)
Yellow: Computer connection z Lower Indicator
z Upper Indicator Yellow: Macro mode / Manual focus mode
Green: Ready to record Blinking Yellow:Focusing difficulty (although you
Blinking Green:Recording to CF card / Reading can press the shutter button, try
CF card / Erasing from CF card / adjusting the focus manually,
Transmitting data (during a p. 96)
computer connection)

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Installing the Battery Pack/CF Card
Install the supplied Battery Pack NB-2LH and
CF card in the camera to get ready for b
shooting. Charge
Indicator
When your camera is first used or the "Change a
the battery pack" message is displayed, charge
the battery pack. CB-2LT
Charge
zWhen the upper indicator blinks green, the Indicator
camera is writing, reading, erasing or
transmitting an image to or from the card. Do
not perform the following or image data may
be lost or corrupted:
- Do not shake the camera. CB-2LTE
- Do not turn off the power or open the CF card
slot / battery cover. aAlign the edge of the battery pack
zTo protect the battery pack and prevent a with the line on the battery charger,
deterioration of its performance, do not then slide the battery in the direction
continuously charge it for more than 24 hours.
of the arrow.
Š The use of the separately sold AC Adapter Kit
ACK700 is recommended to power the camera
b(For CB-2LT)*
during long usage sessions. Plug the battery charger into a power
Š See Battery Performance (p. 155). outlet.
Š The Battery Pack NB-2L may also be used. (For CB-2LTE)*
Attach the power cord to the
14 1. Preparing the Camera
battery charger and plug it into a b Battery Lock
power outlet.
a
* Battery charger model names and types vary by
region.
(For CB-2LT and CB-2LTE)
z The charge indicator will light red while the
battery pack is charging. It will change to a
steady green when the charge is complete. aBe sure that the camera power is off
z After charging, unplug the battery charger and (p. 21). Slide the CF card slot / battery
remove the battery pack from it. cover in the direction of the arrow
and open the cover.
bHold back the battery lock in the
direction of the arrow with the corner
of the battery pack, then insert the
battery pack into the compartment
until it is locked.
z To remove the battery pack, release the battery
lock.

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 a zPlease note that CF cards formatted with
Label other manufacturers' cameras or a computer,
or formatted or edited with application
CF Card Eject programs, may slow down writing to the CF
Button card or prevent the card from operating
correctly in the camera.
zSee CF Cards and Estimated Capacities
aInsert the CF card with its label (Recordable Images) (p. 156).
facing towards you and close the CF zYou are recommended to use CF cards that
card slot / battery cover. have been formatted in your camera (p. 19).
The card supplied with the camera may be
z Push the card in until the CF card eject button
used without further formatting.
fully extends. To remove the CF card, push the
CF card eject button and pull the card out. Š This is a lithium ion battery pack so there is no
need to completely use or discharge it before
recharging. It can be recharged at any time.
Š It takes approximately 90 minutes to bring a
fully discharged battery pack to full charge
(based on Canon's testing standard). Charging
it within a temperature range of 5 to 40 °C (41
to 104 °F) is recommended.
Š You may hear a noise during charging. This is
not a malfunction.

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Battery Pack Handling Precautions (Fig. C and D). Recharge the battery fully before
using it again.
z Keep the battery pack and camera terminals
( ) clean at all times. Dirty terminals may Fig.A Fig.B Fig.C Fig.D
cause a poor contact between the battery pack and
Fully Charged Used Battery
camera. Polish the terminals with a tissue or a dry Battery
cloth before charging or using the battery pack.
z Do not cover the battery charger with anything,
such as a tablecloth, cushion or blanket, when it is
charging. Heat will build up internally and possibly
lead to fire.
z Do not charge Battery other than Battery Pack NB-
2LH/NB-2L (sold separately) with the supplied Attach so the blue Attach in the
battery charger. portion of the battery opposite way
z The battery pack continues to discharge a small pack can be seen of Fig. C.
amount when left in the camera (even with the through the window.
power turned off) or battery charger. This shortens z Even charged battery packs continue to discharge
the battery life. Remove the battery pack when the naturally. You are advised to charge the battery on
camera is not in use. the day of use, or one day before, to ensure a full
z Do not allow any metal objects such as keyrings to charge.
touch the "+" and "-" terminals (Fig. A), as this can z Since storing a fully charged battery pack for long
damage the battery pack. To carry the battery periods of time (about 1 year) can shorten its
pack, or store it during periods of disuse, always lifecycle or affect performance, you are
replace the terminal cover (Fig. B). When using recommended to use the battery pack in the
Battery Pack NB-2LH, you can distinguish between camera until it is completely discharged and to
a discharged battery pack and fully charged battery store it at normal temperature (23 °C/ 73 °F) or
pack by changing the direction of the battery cover lower. If you do not use the battery pack for long

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 periods of time, charge it fully and discharge it fully Battery Status Indications
in the camera at least once a year before returning The following icons or messages indicate the battery
it to storage. status on the LCD monitor.
z The camera consumes the battery charge when
the power is on even when a function is not being Battery pack charge is low. Recharge it as
used. To conserve the battery charge, be soon as possible before it is required for an
extended period.
particularly attentive in turning the camera off.
Battery charge is insufficient to operate the
z Although the battery pack's maximum operating Change the battery camera. Replace the battery pack
range is 0 to 40 °C (32 to 104 °F), the optimal pack immediately.
range is 10 to 30 °C (50 to 86 °F). At cold
temperatures, such as those experienced when See Battery Performance (p. 155).
skiing, performance will temporarily decline,
reducing the usable time before recharging.
z If the usable time of a battery pack diminishes CF Card Handling Precautions
substantially even when fully charged, it should be z CF cards are high-precision electronic devices. Do
replaced. not bend, force, or subject them to shocks or
vibration.
z Do not attempt to disassemble or alter a CF card.
z Moving a CF card rapidly between temperature
extremes may cause condensation to form in the
card, leading to potential malfunctions. To avoid
condensation formation, place the CF card in a
sealed plastic bag before moving it into a different
temperature zone and allow it to adjust slowly to
the new temperature. If condensation forms on the
CF card, put it aside until the water droplets have
evaporated completely.
18 1. Preparing the Camera
z Place the CF card in the supplied case for storage. Š If the camera does not work properly, the
z Do not use or store CF cards in the following types inserted CF card may be malfunctioning.
of locations. Reformatting the CF card may solve the
- Locations subject to dust or sand problem.
- Locations subject to high humidity and high
Š When a non-Canon brand CF card is
temperatures
malfunctioning, reformatting it may solve the
Microdrives are a recording medium with a hard problem.
disk. Their merits are a large capacity and a low Š CF cards formatted in another camera,
price per megabyte of capacity. However, they can computer or peripheral device may not operate
be more susceptible to vibrations and shocks than correctly. When that happens, reformat the CF
CF cards, which use durable flash memories. card with this camera. If formatting in the
Please be careful, therefore, not to subject the camera does not work properly, turn the
camera to vibrations or shocks when using a
camera off and reinsert the CF card. Then turn
microdrive, especially while recording or playing
back. the camera back on and format again.
Š The capacity of the CF card displayed after
formatting will be less than the rated capacity
Formatting a CF Card
of the CF card. This is not a malfunction of the
You should always format a new CF card or one from CF card or camera.
which you wish to erase all images and other data.

Please note that formatting (initializing) a CF

card erases all data, including protected
images and other file types. Please check the
contents of the CF card before formatting it.

1. Preparing the Camera 19

 Indicator
b c a

aTurn the power on (p. 21). aSelect [OK] using the W or X arrow
bPress the MENU button, and then the on the omni selector, then press the
X arrow on the omni selector. SET button.
The [ (Set up)] menu appears. The upper indicator blinks green, and formatting
starts. Wait until the indicator goes off.
cSelect [Format] using the S or T z To cancel instead of formatting, select [Cancel]
arrow on the omni selector, then and press the SET button.
press the SET button.
bPress the MENU button.

20 1. Preparing the Camera

 Turning the Power On/Off
The power/mode indicator remains lit while the power of Turning On the Camera in Shooting Mode
the camera is on. The power/mode indicator indicates
the state of the camera as follows.
Orange: Shooting mode
Green: Playback mode/Printer connection mode*
Yellow: Computer connection mode*
Off: The power of the camera is off. a b
* For printer connection mode, see the Direct Print
User Guide. For computer connection mode, see aOpen the lens cover.
the Software Starter Guide. The power/mode indicator lights orange.
bClose the lens cover to turn the
Š You will hear a start-up sound and see the start-
up image when the power comes on (p. 113). power off.
Š The start-up image does not appear when the
viewfinder display is on in Shooting mode or
the A/V OUT terminal is connected to a TV.
Turning on the camera without the start-up
sound and image
Press and hold the button, then turn on the
power.

1. Preparing the Camera 21

Turning On the Camera in Playback Mode Switching between Shooting and Playback
You can quickly switch between Shooting mode and
Playback mode. This is convenient when you wish to
shoot again after checking or deleting an image
immediately after it is shot.
a
Shooting Mode Playback Mode
b Press the (Playback) button (p. 42).
z The camera switches to Playback mode, but the
aPress the (Playback) button. lens does not retract (the lens will retract if you
When the power is turned on, the power/mode close the lens cover).
indicator lights green. Playback Mode Shooting Mode
bPress the (Playback) button again Open the lens cover.
When the lens cover is already open, press the
to turn the power off. shutter button halfway.

22 1. Preparing the Camera

 Switching between Shooting Mode and Playback Mode

Power Off Open/Close Shooting Mode

the lens cover.

Press the Open the lens Press the Press the

(Playback) cover. (Playback) shutter button
button. button. halfway.

Playback Mode

Close the lens

cover.

1. Preparing the Camera 23

Setting the Date/Time
The first time the camera power is turned on or
whenever the built-in rechargeable lithium
battery charge is low, start from Step .
b
You may need to reset the date and time if the
battery pack is removed for about three weeks.
Š Setting the date and time settings does not
cause the date/time stamp to appear on
images. For printing images with the date on
them, refer to the Direct Print User Guide or
Software Starter Guide.
Charging the Date/Time Battery
Š The camera has a built-in rechargeable lithium
battery that maintains the date, time and other aTurn the power on (p. 21).
camera settings. This battery recharges when the
main battery pack is inserted into the camera. bPress the MENU button, and then the
When you first purchase the camera, place a X arrow on the omni selector.
charged battery pack in it or use the AC Adapter The [ (Set up)] menu appears.
Kit ACK700 (sold separately) for at least 4 hours
to charge the date/time battery. It will charge even
when the camera power is set to Off.
Š If the Set Date/Time menu appears when the
camera power is turned on, it means that the
date/time battery charge is depleted. Recharge
it as described above.
24 1. Preparing the Camera
 a
a
b

aSelect [Date/Time] using the S or T aSet the date and time and press the
arrow on the omni selector, then SET button.
press the SET button. z Select the item you wish to set using W or X
and set its value using the S or T arrow on the
omni selector.
z The date can be set up to the year 2030.
bPress the MENU button.

1. Preparing the Camera 25

Setting the Language
a
a
b b
c

aTurn the power on (p. 21). aSelect [Language] using the S or T

bPress the MENU button, and then the arrow on the omni selector, then
X arrow on the omni selector. press the SET button.
The [ (Set up)] menu appears. bSelect a language using the S, T, W
z In Playback mode, you can change the or X arrow on the omni selector, then
language by holding the SET button while you press the SET button.
press the JUMP button. This function cannot be
used during movie playback or during a printer cPress the MENU button.
connection.

26 1. Preparing the Camera

Using the LCD Monitor
Pressing the DISPLAY button switches the LCD monitor display mode.
Shooting Mode

On (No Information) On (Information View) Off

The combined optical zoom and Shutter Speed
digital zoom factor displays.
MF
Indicator

• Still images:Shots About the AF Frame

Remaining Green: Focusing Complete
• Movies (seconds): Yellow: Focusing Difficulty
- Remaining Movie *The AF frame does not
AF Frame Aperture Value Time appear when it is set to
Spot Metering Frame - Elapsed Time Auto.
Playback Mode

Detailed Display
Single Image Playback
(p. 42)
Index Playback (p. 44)
No Information Standard Display
Histogram (p. 160)

1. Preparing the Camera 27

Display Contents Flash Output { – – – p. 92
Shooting Playback Compression { – { { p. 35

Reference Page
Mode Mode
Resolution { – { { p. 35

Standard Display
Information View

Detailed Display
No Information
Function Icon Resolution { – { – p. 35
(Movies)
RAW { – { { p. 57
Shooting Digital Zoom*5 3.6x 4.6x 5.8x 7.3x 9.1x 11x 15x { { – – p. 54
{ –*1 {*2 – p. 48, 72
Modes Zoom Indicator { { – – p. 30
Exposure
Compensation -2 – +2 { – {*3 – p. 80 Low Battery { { { { p. 18
AE Lock/FE Lock { { – – p. 89, 90 Macro { – { – p. 52
Light Metering Auto Rotate { – – – p. 111
Mode { – { – p. 78
Camera Shake { { – – p. 29
White Balance Warning
{ – { – p. 81
(WB)*4 Manual Focus { { – – p. 98
p. 53, 56,
Drive Mode { – – –
144
Movie Recording z (red) { { – – p. 58
Sound Memo
ISO Speed { – { – p. 84 (WAVE file) – – { { p. 103
Photo Effect { – { – p. 85 Movie – – { { p. 60
Bracket { – – – p. 86 Protection Status – – { { p. 108
Flash { – – – p. 38 *1 (Movie) appears even in No Information display mode.
Red-eye *2 (Custom) does not appear.
Reduction { – – – p. 39 *3 The value for each content also appears.
Flash Exposure *4 The icon does not display in Shooting mode.
Compensation { – {*3 – p. 92

28 1. Preparing the Camera

*5 Zoom powers reflect the combined optical and digital zoom Š Overexposure Warning
effects. "3.6x" is the telephoto-end setting of the optical zoom. Overexposed portions of the image blink. The
The following information may also appear with some overexposure warning appears at the following
image files. times.
- When reviewing an image in the LCD monitor
An audio file other than a wave file, or a file with an
unrecognized format, is attached. (information view) right after it is shot
JPEG file with format not conforming to Design rule for - In the detailed display mode of the Playback
Camera File System Standards. mode
File with unrecognized format.

Š Even in the no information display mode,

shooting information appears for approximately 6
seconds (shooting information may not appear
depending on the camera settings at that time).
Š The camera shake warning icon will appear
on the LCD monitor in low light conditions while
the camera is preparing to shoot. When this
icon appears, use one of the following shooting
methods.
- Set the flash to On or Auto
- Fix the camera to a tripod
Š Please note that image information recorded
by this camera may not display correctly on
other cameras and image information recorded
by other cameras may not display correctly on
this camera.
1. Preparing the Camera 29
2. Shooting-The Basics Auto Mode
a

a
Zoom Indicator

c b
b
aOpen the lens cover. Wide angle Telephoto

bSet the shooting mode dial to .

aAim the camera at the subject.
The power/mode indicator lights orange.
z When the lens cover has been opened and the bUse the zoom to achieve the desired
power/mode indicator is lit green, the camera is composition in the LCD monitor or
in the Playback mode. Press the button or
press the shutter button halfway to switch to the
viewfinder.
Shooting mode. z Press the zoom button's or to display the
zoom indicator. Pressing magnifies the subject
cIf the LCD monitor is not displaying, (telephoto). Pressing decreases the size of the
press the DISPLAY button to turn it subject (wide angle).
on.
30 2. Shooting-The Basics
z The angle of view can be adjusted within the 28 to
100 mm range, in 35mm film equivalent.
z The combined use of the digital zoom and optical a b
zoom enables magnified shooting up to approx.
15x (p. 54). The digital zoom cannot be used with
some shooting modes (p. 170). Images become
coarser the more they are digitally zoomed.
aLightly press the shutter button
halfway to focus.
Two beeps will sound when the camera has finished
focusing, and the AF frame on the monitor appears
green.
z The AF frame will light yellow and the beep will
sound one time if the subject is difficult to focus
on. When the AF frame is set to Auto, it will not
appear.
z The shutter speed and aperture value are
automatically determined and show on the LCD
monitor. The exposure compensation (p. 80)
and focus are also automatically set.
bPress the shutter button all the way.
You will hear the shutter sound when the shot is
complete. Do not move the camera until you hear
this sound. The picture appears for two seconds.
2. Shooting-The Basics 31
 Š See page 170 for settings that can be changed avoid startling them. However, please keep in
in this mode. mind the following facts.
Š Images are first saved into the camera's - Turning the AF-assist beam off may make it
internal memory before being recorded onto more difficult for the camera to focus.
the CF card, allowing the next images to be - The red-eye reduction lamp may emit when
taken immediately as long as sufficient space you press the shutter button halfway even if
is available in the internal memory. the AF-assist beam is turned off.
Š The upper indicator blinks green while data is In order to prevent any lamp from emitting
recorded onto the CF card. before the flash fires, set both the red-eye
Š The beep and shutter sound can be set to [On]/ reduction function and the AF-assist beam to
[Off] using the menu (p. 68). [Off] in the Shooting menu.
Š Shots cannot be taken while the flash is
Using the Viewfinder
charging.
Setting the LCD monitor to Off (p. 27) and using the
Š You can change the length of time images
optical viewfinder can help conserve power while
show on the LCD monitor after shooting, or set shooting.
it so they do not show at all (p. 34).
z The viewfinder has a field of vision of
AF-assist Beam approximately 80% of the actual shooting image.
Š The AF-assist beam will sometimes emit when
the shutter button is pressed halfway to assist Shows the center
focusing in certain conditions, i.e. dark of the image
conditions.
Š The AF-assist beam can be turned off (p. 67). Image Seen in Viewfinder vs. Recorded Image
For example, if animals are your subject, turn Please note that the actual image may differ
off the beam when shooting in the dark to from the image seen in the optical viewfinder
32 2. Shooting-The Basics
 Reviewing an Image Right after Shooting
due to the physical separation between the Shooting Mode Dial
viewfinder and lens. This is called the parallax
phenomenon and is more noticeable the closer
the subject is to the lens. In some cases, After a photo is taken, the image displays for
portions of images shot up close that appear in two seconds (you can change this setting).
the viewfinder will not appear in the recorded There are two ways to display the image for
image. Please use the LCD monitor to shoot longer:
images up close. z Keeping the shutter button pressed
Shooting with an Off-Center AF Frame z Pressing the SET button while the image
Selected
is displayed*
You should always use the LCD monitor to
Press the shutter button halfway again to stop
compose images when you have selected an displaying the image and shoot.
off-center AF frame. When setting the AF frame
to the desired position to shoot an image, please
You can perform the following while images are
use the LCD monitor (See Selecting an AF
displayed*.
Frame  p. 76).
Š Display images in detailed display mode
(p. 27)
Š Magnify images (p. 43)
Š Changing the file format (p. 34)
Š Erase images individually (p. 46)
Š Attach sound memos (p. 103)
* Not available in (Stitch Assist) mode.

2. Shooting-The Basics 33
Changing the Image Display Duration bSelect [Review] using the S or T
arrow on the omni selector and
select a duration setting using the W
or X arrow on the omni selector.
b
Off: Images do not display
a 2 to 10 sec.: Images appear for the time selected
c even if the shutter button is
released.
cPress the MENU button.
z You can continue to display the image as long
as the shutter button is fully held pressed
regardless of the Review setting.
z Another picture can be taken by pressing the
shutter button even while an image is displayed.
aTurn the power on (p. 21), and press
Changing the Recording Format Right after Shooting
the MENU button.
Shooting Mode Dial
The [ (Rec.)] menu appears.

By following the below instructions, you can save

images shot in the JPEG format in the RAW format
(p. 159) right after shooting. You can easily process
images saved in the RAW format using a computer to
edit the resolution, photo effect and white balance
without any loss of quality.
34 2. Shooting-The Basics
 Changing the Resolution and Compression
Shooting Mode Dial

b
You can change the resolution, and
a compression (still images). To record the CCD
output without compression, select the RAW
file format (p. 57).
Still Images
Resolution
Purpose
Display Pixels
High zPrint A4 size* 210 x 297 mm
L (Large) 2592 x 1944 (8.3 x 11.7 in.) or larger prints
zPrint letter size* 216 x 279 mm
aRight after shooting, press the FUNC. (8.5 x 11 in.) or larger prints
button while the image is displayed zPrint A4 size* 210 x 297 mm
on the LCD monitor. (8.3 x 11.7 in.) prints
M1 (Medium 1) 2048 x 1536 zPrint letter size* 216 x 279
bSelect [OK] using W or X arrow on mm (8.5 x 11 in.) prints
the omni selector and press SET. zPrint postcard size 148 x
100 mm (6 x 4 in.) prints
z When you press the shutter button halfway, the M2 (Medium 2) 1600 x 1200 zPrint L size 119 x 89 mm
camera returns to the shooting screen. (4.7 x 3.5 in.) prints
zSend images as e-mail
The above operations cannot be performed if the S (Small) 640 x 480 attachments
image was shot with the digital zoom or when RAW Low zShoot more images
is already selected as the recording format. * Paper sizes vary according to region.
2. Shooting-The Basics 35
 Compression Purpose
Superfine High Quality Shoot higher quality images
b
Fine Shoot normal quality images c
Normal Normal Shoot more images a

Movies
Number of shots remaining*
Resolution (Only displayed when the
resolution or compression is
640 x 480 pixels selected.)
* In the case of a movie clip,
320 x 240 pixels the remaining shooting
time (in seconds) appears.
160 x 120 pixels
aPress the FUNC. button.
bSelect * (2592 x 1944) using the S
or T arrow on the omni selector.
* The current setting is displayed.
cSelect the resolution you wish to set
using the W or X arrow on the omni
selector, then press the SET button.

36 2. Shooting-The Basics
 bPress the FUNC. button and shoot
the image.
a
b

aSelect the compression you wish to

set using the W or X arrow on the
omni selector.
z You can shoot the image right after selecting
settings by pressing the shutter button. This
screen will appear again, once the image is
shot.
z See Image File Sizes (Estimated) (p. 157).
z Types of CF cards and number of shots
remaining (p. 156).

2. Shooting-The Basics 37
 Using the Flash
Shooting Mode Dial
a

Use the flash according to the guidelines

below.

Auto with red- The flash fires automatically as required by

eye reduction the lighting level, and the red-eye reduction
lamp fires each time the main flash fires. aPress the button to switch between
The flash fires automatically as required by
Auto the lighting level. flash modes and shoot the image.
Flash on with The selected flash mode appears on the LCD
red-eye The red-eye reduction lamp and the flash
always fire. monitor.
reduction
z You can switch between settings by pressing
Flash on The flash always fires. the button. The flash setting may not switch
Flash off The flash does not fire. with certain shooting modes.
When the red-eye reduction function is on

When the red-eye reduction function is off

38 2. Shooting-The Basics
Setting the Red-eye Reduction Function bSelect [Red-eye] using the S or T
Shooting Mode Dial arrow on the omni selector.
cSelect [On] using the W or X arrow
The red-eye reduction lamp fires when the flash is on the omni selector and press the
used in dark areas. This reduces light reflecting back MENU button.
from the eyes and making them appear red. z appears on the LCD monitor if it is set to
Information View display.
z When shooting with the red-eye reduction
c function, the subjects must look right at the red-
b eye reduction lamp for this mode to be effective.
Try asking them to look directly at the lamp.
a Even better results can be obtained by shooting
c with the lens set to a wide angle, increasing the
lighting in indoor settings or approaching closer
to the subject.

Setting the Slow Synchro

Shooting Mode Dial

aTurn the camera on in Shooting

You can shoot images using the flash with a slow
mode (p. 21) and press the MENU shutter speed. This helps brighten up dark
button. backgrounds when shooting night scenes or with
The [ (Rec.)] menu appears. indoors lighting conditions.
2. Shooting-The Basics 39
 When shooting with a high ISO sensitivity and
c using the built-in flash, there is more of a
b chance of overexposure the closer you are to
the subject.
a
c Š The flash fires with automatic adjustments
when [Flash Adjust] is set to [Auto] in the Rec.
menu. When shooting in mode, or with
[Flash Adjust] set to [Manual], the flash fires
with the manually set adjustments.
Š When [Flash Adjust] is set to [Auto], the flash
fires twice. A pre-flash will fire and will be
followed by the main flash. The pre-flash is
aPower the camera in Shooting mode used by the camera to obtain the subject's
exposure data so that the main flash can be
(p. 21) and press the MENU button.
set to the optimal intensity for the shot.
The [ (Rec.)] menu appears. Š The fastest shutter speed for flash
bSelect [Slow Synchro] using the S or synchronization is 1/250 second. The camera
T arrow on the omni selector. automatically resets the shutter speed to 1/250
second if a faster speed is selected.
cSelect [On] using the W or X arrow Š Shots cannot be taken while the flash is
on the omni selector and press the charging.
MENU button.

40 2. Shooting-The Basics
Š The flash may take up to approximately 10
seconds to charge in some cases. Actual times
will vary according to usage and the battery
charge.
Š The flash exposure and the flash output can be
changed (p. 92).
Š When shooting with [Slow Synchro] set to [On],
camera shake may become a factor. We
recommend the use of a tripod.
Š The flash setting is saved when the camera is
turned off in the , , and shooting
modes.

2. Shooting-The Basics 41
3. Playback-The Basics Displaying Images Individually
You may not be able to play back images that
a have been shot with another camera or edited
b on a computer with other software applications.

aPress the button.

The last recorded image appears on the LCD
monitor.
bMove between images using the W or
X arrow on the omni selector.
z Use W to move to the previous image and X to
move to the next. Holding W or X moves more
rapidly between images, but the images will not
appear as clearly.
z You can also switch images by pressing the
JUMP button (p. 45).
z Press the DISPLAY button to show the data for
the displayed image (p. 27).
z Press the button to quickly delete the
displayed image (p. 46).

42 3. Playback-The Basics
 Magnifying Images
Each time this is pressed, the magnification will
b change as follows: approx. 2.5x J approx. 5x J
a approx. 10x.
z You can move around the magnified image
using the W, X, S or T arrow on the omni
selector.
z Movie frames and index playback images
Magnified approximately 5 times Magnified approximately 10 times
cannot be magnified.
z You can magnify an image while it is displayed
on the LCD monitor immediately after the image
is shot (p. 34).

Approximate position Approximate position

aPress the button.

bPress the zoom button's to
magnify the displayed image. Press
the to cancel the magnified
display.
z In single image playback, images can be
magnified up to 10 times. To change the
magnification of an image, while holding down
the SET button, press the zoom button's .
3. Playback-The Basics 43
 Viewing Images in Sets of Nine (Index Playback)
b b
a a

Pressing the
S arrow in
this row
displays the
previous set of Pressing the
nine images. T arrow in this
Movie row displays
Frame the next set of
nine images.

aPress the button. aChange the image selection using

bPress the button. the W, X, S or T arrow on the omni
z Nine images appear at once (index playback). selector.
z You can switch to index playback by pressing z Press the DISPLAY button to show the data for
the button. the displayed image (p. 27).
bPress the button.
z Index playback cancels and the display reverts
to single image playback.
z You can cancel index playback by pressing the
button.
44 3. Playback-The Basics
JUMP Jumping Between Images
z Index Playback: The previous or next 9 images
a c are displayed.
b cPress the JUMP button.
The jump bar disappears and the camera reverts
to single image playback or index playback.

Jump Bar

aPress the JUMP button while in

single image playback (p. 42) or
index playback (p. 44).
The jump bar appears.
bChange the image selection using
the W or X arrow on the omni
selector.
z Single Image Playback: The 10th image ahead
or behind is displayed.

3. Playback-The Basics 45
4. Erasing Erasing Images Individually
Please note that erased images cannot be cSelect [Erase] using the W or X
recovered. Exercise caution before erasing a arrow on the omni selector and press
file. the SET button.
z To cancel instead of erasing, select [Cancel].
z Protected images cannot be erased with the
a erase function (p. 108).
b b
c

aPress the button.

The last recorded image appears on the LCD
monitor.
bSelect the image you wish to erase
using the W or X arrow on the omni
selector and press the button.
46 4. Erasing
Erasing All Images
Please note that erased images cannot be bSelect [Erase all] using the S or T
recovered. Exercise caution before erasing a arrow on the omni selector, then
file. press the SET button.
cSelect [OK] using the W or X arrow
a on the omni selector, then press the
b SET button.
c z To cancel instead of erasing, select [Cancel].
a z Protected images cannot be erased with the
erase function (p. 108).

The [Erase all] function erases all the image data

recorded on the CF card. You should format the
CF card when you want to erase not only image
data but also all the data contained on the card
(p. 19).

aPress the button to set the

camera to Playback mode, then
press the MENU button.
The [ (Play)] menu appears.

4. Erasing 47
5. Useful Shooting Functions Using the Shooting Mode Dial (Image Zone)
Settings fitting the shooting conditions of your subject can easily be set using the mode dial.
Landscape Portrait Movie (p. 58)
Use this mode to shoot
movies. Sound is also
recorded simultaneously. Stitch Assist (p. 50)

Use this mode to shoot Use this mode when

deep and spacious you want the subject to
scenes. appear sharp and the
background to blur.

Night Scene

Slow Shutter
Fast Shutter

Use this mode to

capture human subjects
against the backdrop of
an evening sky or night
scene. The subject is
illuminated with light Use this mode to shoot Use this mode when
from the flash while the Use this mode to moving objects to make taking shots that you want
backdrop is captured at shoot fast moving them appear blurred, to combine into a
a slow shutter speed. objects. such as river rapids. panorama.

48 5. Useful Shooting Functions

 z Shooting procedures are the same as for the
mode (p. 30).

Š See page 170 for settings that can be changed

in this mode.
a b Š The features for each function are shown
below.
d You can achieve a better blurring effect of the
background by making sure the upper half of your
subject fills the entire LCD monitor or viewfinder.
c You can enhance the blurring effect of the
background even more by setting the lens to its
telephoto end setting.
aPower the camera in Shooting mode The camera shake warning icon may appear on
the LCD monitor since slower shutter speeds are
(p. 21). frequently used in this mode. If this happens, affix
The [ (Rec.)] menu appears. the camera to a tripod.
bTurn the shooting mode dial and set it to The shutter speed slows down. Even if you use the
flash, tell your subjects not to move for a few
the desired function as shown above. moments.
cUse the zoom button to achieve the If the Night Scene mode is used to shoot mid-day
desired composition (relative to shots, the same effects as with the mode can
be obtained.
subject size). The slow synchro option automatically turns on.
dPress the shutter button halfway to Noise in the image may be more apparent with dark
lock the focus, then press all the way subjects.
Always use a tripod to prevent camera shake.
to shoot the image.
5. Useful Shooting Functions 49
 Shooting Panoramic Images (Stitch Assist)
Use this mode to shoot a series of overlapping Framing a Subject
frames for merging (stitching) into a large PhotoStitch detects the overlapping portions of
panoramic image using a computer. adjoining images and merges them. When
composing shots, try to include a distinctive item
(landmark, etc.) in the overlapping portions.

Š Compose each frame so that it overlaps 30 to

50% of the adjoining image. Try to keep the
vertical misalignment to within 10% of the
image height.
Š Do not include moving items in the overlap.
Š Do not try to stitch images that include both
distant and close subjects. Objects may
appear warped or doubled up.
Š Make the brightness in each image consistent.
The final image will appear unnatural if the
difference in brightness is too great.
Please use the bundled PhotoStitch program Š For good results, pan (swivel) the camera to
to merge the images on a computer. take successive shots.

50 5. Useful Shooting Functions

 Š To shoot close-ups, slide the camera over the
subject, keeping it parallel as you move.

Shooting b
Images can be shot in the following 5 sequences in
Stitch Assist mode. a
Horizontally, left to right
Horizontally, right to left
Vertically, bottom to top
Vertically, top to bottom
Clockwise starting at the top left

Š See page 170 for settings that can be changed aTurn the shooting mode dial to .
in this mode. The LCD monitor will turn on.
Š A custom white balance setting (p. 81) cannot bSelect the shooting sequence using
be set in mode. To use a custom white the W or X arrow on the omni
balance setting, first set it in another shooting selector, then press the SET button.
mode. The shooting sequence is set.
Š The settings in place for the first image are z You can also press the shutter button directly to
locked in and cannot be changed for shoot without pressing the SET button.
subsequent shots.
cShoot the first image.
Š A TV cannot be used as the monitor for
shooting in this mode. z The exposure and white balance settings are
set and locked with the first image.
5. Useful Shooting Functions 51
 Macro Mode
Shooting Mode Dial

Use the macro mode to shoot close-ups of

subjects in the range of 4 to 44 cm (1.6 in. to
1.4 ft.) at wide angle end and 30 to 44 cm (1.0
a Sequence Sequence
ft. to 1.4 ft.) at telephoto end.
Š Always use the LCD monitor to compose
images in macro mode. Shooting with the
viewfinder is possible, though, the parallax
c phenomenon may cause images composed
with the optical viewfinder to be off-center
(p. 32).
aCompose and shoot the second Š When the lens is zoomed out to the wide angle
image so that it overlaps the first. end, the recordable area is 64 x 47 mm (2.5 in.
z Minor discrepancies in the overlap can be x 1.9 in.) at the closest focal distance, and at
corrected with the software. telephoto end, it is 106 x 80 mm (4.2 in. x 3.1
z An image can be retaken. Press the W, X, S or T in.).
arrow on the omni selector to return to that frame. Š The exposure may not be optimal when the
z A maximum of 26 images can be recorded flash is used in macro mode.
either horizontally or vertically.
bUse the same procedures to shoot
the remaining frames.
cPress the SET button after the last shot.
52 5. Useful Shooting Functions
 Using the Self-timer
b Shooting Mode Dial

a b
c
aPress the DISPLAY button to turn the c
LCD monitor on. a
bPress the button.
z The icon appears on the LCD monitor.
z Press the button again to cancel the macro
mode.

aPress the FUNC. button.

bSelect * (Drive mode) using the S
or T arrow on the omni selector.
* The current setting is displayed.

5. Useful Shooting Functions 53

 Digital Zoom
cSelect or using the W or X Shooting Mode Dial
arrow on the omni selector, then
press the FUNC. button.
z When the self-timer is set to ( ), the With the combined optical and digital zoom
shutter activates 10 (2) seconds after the shutter functions, images can be zoomed as follows:
button is pressed fully. 4.6x, 5.8x, 7.3x, 9.1x, 11x and 15x.
z When is selected, the self-timer sounds and
the self-timer lamp starts blinking when the
shutter button is pressed all the way. The Š Images become coarser the more they are
blinking gets faster two seconds before the digitally zoomed.
shutter activates. Š The lens will zoom to the maximum optical
z When is selected, the self-timer lamp blinks telephoto setting and stop. To further zoom the
fast from the beginning. The shutter activates in image digitally, press the zoom button's
two seconds. once more.
z You can change the self-timer sound by Š To zoom back out, press the zoom button's
changing the setting in [Selftimer Sound] in the .
[ (My Camera)] menu (p. 70).

54 5. Useful Shooting Functions

 dPress the zoom button's and
shoot the image.
c
d
b

aTurn the shooting mode dial to any

Shooting mode except for or .
bPress the MENU button to display the
[ (Rec.)] menu.
cSelect [Digital Zoom] using the S or
T arrow, select [On] using the W or
X arrow on the omni selector and
press the MENU button.

5. Useful Shooting Functions 55

 Continuous Shooting
Shooting Mode Dial

b
Use this mode to shoot successive frames c
while the shutter button is fully pressed. a
Use this mode to view the images
Standard Continuous as you shoot continuously. The
Shooting shutter interval is longer in this
mode than in mode.
Use this mode to shoot continuously
High Speed with a short shutter interval. You
Continuous Shooting cannot check images while shooting
continuously.
Š The interval between shots may lengthen
somewhat when the internal memory becomes aPress the FUNC. button.
full.
Š The flash can be used, but the interval bSelect * (Drive mode) using the S
between shots will lengthen to accommodate or T arrow on the omni selector.
the flash recharge time. * The current setting is displayed.
cSelect or using the W or X
arrow on the omni selector.

56 5. Useful Shooting Functions

 Changing the File Format
Shooting Mode Dial
a b
The recording file format can be switched to
the RAW format before shooting the image.
When shooting in the RAW format, you can
aPress the shutter button halfway to obtain images of the same high quality as
those in uncompressed files.
lock the focus.
If the RAW format is selected, the number of
bPress the shutter button all the way pixels recorded will be fixed at 2592 x 1944.
to shoot.
z Shooting will stop when the shutter button is Š See RAW Format (p. 159).
released. Š It is possible to select the resolution of the
z The shooting speed is as follows. JPEG image contained in the RAW image.
When is selected: Approx. 1.5 shots per This is useful when displaying enlarged RAW-
second* format images with the camera, or when
When is selected: Approx. 2.0 shots per checking either the focus or for camera shake
second*
(p. 67).
* Large/Fine mode with LCD monitor off (These Š Images shot in the JPEG format can also be
figures reflect Canon's testing standard. The
changed to the RAW format while they are
actual figures will vary according to the
shooting conditions and settings.) displayed right after shooting (p. 34).

5. Useful Shooting Functions 57

 Movie Mode

b b
c
a
d a

aPress the FUNC. button. aTurn the shooting mode dial to .

bSelect L* (2592 x 1944) using the The maximum recording time (in seconds) appears.
S or T arrow on the omni selector. bPress the shutter button all the way.
* The current setting is displayed.
z During the shooting a red circle appears in the
cSelect RAW using the W or X arrow upper right of the LCD monitor.
on the omni selector. z The maximum length of individual movie clips is
z You can shoot the image right after selecting 30 seconds (10 frames/second) at the
settings by pressing the shutter button. The setting and 3 minutes (15 frames/second) at the
resolution screen will appear again, once the and settings.
image is shot. The maximum length will vary according to the
shooting objects and conditions. The clip will
dPress the FUNC. button. end automatically after this time elapses or
58 5. Useful Shooting Functions when the CF card becomes full.
zThe recording time may not display properly Š See page 170 for settings that can be changed
during shooting or filming may stop in this mode.
Š See page 35 for resolution information.
unexpectedly with the following types of CF
Š Sound is recorded monaurally.
cards. Š There is no shutter sound in Movie mode.
- Slow recording cards Š QuickTime 3.0 or higher is required to play
- Cards formatted on a different camera or a back movie files (AVI/Motion JPEG) on a
computer computer. (QuickTime (for Windows) is
- Cards which have had images recorded and bundled on the supplied Digital Camera
erased repeatedly Solution Disk. On the Macintosh platform,
Although the recording time may not display QuickTime 3.0 or later is generally bundled
properly during shooting, the movie will be with Mac OS 8.5 or later operating system.)
recorded correctly on the CF card. Recording
time will display properly if you format the CF
card in this camera (excluding slow recording
CF cards).
zBe careful not to touch the microphone while
shooting.
zIf the upper indicator blinks green after a shot,
this indicates that the movie is being written to
the CF card. You cannot shoot again until it
stops blinking.

5. Useful Shooting Functions 59

Viewing/Editing Movies
You can play back movies recorded with the
Movie mode and delete unwanted portions
from the beginning or the end of movie clips. a

zProtected movies cannot be edited (p. 108). b

zIt may take approximately 3 minutes to save
an edited movie. If the battery pack runs out This mark appears on
of charge partway through, edited movie clips movie files
cannot be saved. When editing movies, use a
fully charged battery pack or the AC Adapter aPress the button.
Kit ACK700 (sold separately).
bSelect a movie using the W or X
arrow on the omni selector, then
press the SET button.

60 5. Useful Shooting Functions

 Playback Operations
ST:Adjusts the volume during playback
SET: Pauses playback. Press again to resume
playback.
a
When Playback Ends
The last frame remains displayed when playback
ends.
Movie Playback Panel
SET: Displays the movie playback panel. Press
again to play back the movie again from the
aSelect a button from the movie first frame.
playback panel using the W or X z You may experience frame dropping and audio
arrow on the omni selector, then breakup when playing back a movie on a
press the SET button. computer with insufficient system resources.
z The volume at which movies play back can also
Movie Playback Panel be adjusted in the Play menu.
(Exit): Returns to the screen in z Please adjust the audio sound level on the TV
Step when viewing movie files on a TV.
(Play): Plays back the movie z If you are not editing the movie, operations end
images and sounds here.
(First Frame): Shows the first frame
(Previous Frame):Rewinds if the SET button
is held down
(Next Frame): Fast forwards if the SET
button is held down
(Last Frame): Shows the last frame
(Edit): Edits the movie  Step
5. Useful Shooting Functions 61
 Movie Editing Panel bSelect the range you wish to delete
using the W or X arrow.
c–e cSelect using the S or T arrow
a–e and press the SET button.
The temporarily edited movie will start playing.
z The movie will stop if you press the SET button
while it is playing.
aSelect a button from the movie dSelect using the S or T arrow
editing panel using the S or T arrow and press the SET button.
on the omni selector, then press the z When is selected, the edited movie is not saved
SET button. and the camera reverts to the screen in Step .
(Cut Beginning):Deletes frames in the first eSelect [Overwrite] or [New File] using
half of the movie
(Cut End): Deletes in the second half of
the W or X arrow and press the SET
the movie button.
(Play): Plays back the temporarily [Overwrite]: Saves the edited movie under the
edited movie same file name as the original movie.
(Save): Saves the movie The original data is deleted.
(Exit): Cancels movie editing and [New File]: Saves the edited movie under a new file
reverts to the screen in step name. The original data is not deleted.
z Movies with an original length of 1 second or z When there is not enough space left on the CF
more can be edited in 1-frame units. card, only the overwrite function is available. If
this happens, S appears on the counter of the
movie editing bar.
62 5. Useful Shooting Functions
Selecting Menus and Settings 6. Shooting-Advanced Functions
Selecting Settings by Pressing the FUNC. Button (Only in Shooting Mode)
Select a function item Select setting contents
using S or T using W or X
Exposure Compensation (± 0)  p. 80 Bracket ( )  p. 86

Flash Adjust (± 0)  p. 92

Flash Output  p. 92

White Balance ( )  p. 81
Resolution (L)  p. 35
Select the Shooting mode (p. 21).
Drive mode ( )  p. 53
Press the FUNC. button. Compression ( )  p. 35

Press the S or T arrow to select a function item. ISO Speed ( )  p. 84

Resolution for Movie ( )  p. 35
Press the W or X arrow to select setting contents.
Photo Effect ( )  p. 85
Press the FUNC. button.

Shoot the image. Shoot

( ) items in parentheses the image.
show default settings.

6. Shooting-Advanced Functions 63
Selecting Settings by Pressing the MENU Button
Press the MENU button.

Press the W or X arrow to switch between menu tabs.

Press the S or T arrow to select a menu item. (Depending on
the function, press the SET button after making a selection.)
Press the W or X arrow to select setting contents. (Depending
on the function, press the SET button after making a selection.)
Press the MENU button.
Shooting Playback

Rec. Menu Play Menu Set up Menu My Camera Menu

In Shooting mode, the menu can be closed by pressing the shutter

button halfway. (If, in the Playback mode, you press the shutter button
halfway while the lens cover is open, the menu will close and the
camera will switch to Shooting mode.)

64 6. Shooting-Advanced Functions
Rec. Menu Set up Menu My Camera Menu
Play Menu

(p. 113)

6. Shooting-Advanced Functions 65
 Š Some menu items may not be available for Rec. Menu
selection according to the shooting mode
Reference
(p. 170). Menu Item Setting content Page
Š You can apply a desired image and sound to
Sets the timing at which the flash fires.
and in the My Camera menu. For Flash Sync 1st-curtain*/2nd-curtain p. 93
details, see Registering the My Camera Sets whether or not the flash will fire
Settings (p. 114) or the Software Starter Guide. Slow Synchro with a slow shutter speed. p. 39
Š Camera settings can be reset to the default On/Off*
values (p. 71). Sets whether or not the flash is
Flash Adjust adjusted automatically. p. 92
Auto*/Manual
Sets whether or not the red-eye
reduction lamp fires when the flash
Red-eye fires. p. 39
On*/Off
Sets the duration before the self-timer
Wireless Delay releases the shutter once the remote p. 143
control shutter button is pressed.
0 sec./2 sec.*/10 sec.
Sets the option of [Spot AE Point]
(one of the light metering modes) to
Center (the AE point is fixed to the
Spot AE Point center) or AE Point (the AE point p. 78
corresponds to the AF point).
Center*/AF Point

66 6. Shooting-Advanced Functions
 Menu Item Setting content Reference Menu Item Setting content Reference
Page Page
Adjusts the settings so that the It is possible to select the resolution of
exposure will be appropriate when the the JPEG image contained in the
shooting mode dial is set to or RAW image. This is useful when
Safety Shift and a shutter speed or aperture p. 75 displaying enlarged RAW-format
value has been set. images with the camera, or when
On/Off* RAW+JPEG checking either the focus or for p. 57
Rec. camera shake.
Sets whether or not the focusing point
is magnified when using the manual Setting the camera to L enables the
MF-Point Zoom p. 98 focus to be checked with greater
focus.
On*/Off precision.
L/M1/M2/S*
Sets whether or not the AF-assist
Beam is activated as needed when Shoots automatically at set intervals.
AF-assist Beam p. 32 Intervalometer 2* to 100 shots p. 94
using the autofocus.
On*/Off 1* to 60 min.
Sets whether or not the digital zoom Saves settings selected in the Rec.
combines with the optical zoom to Save Settings menu and the function menu to the p. 100
Digital Zoom zoom images. p. 54 mode dial's mode.
On/Off* * Default setting
Sets the duration images display on
Review the LCD monitor (or in the viewfinder) p. 34
Play Menu
after the shutter button is released.
Off/2 sec.* to 10 sec. Menu Item Setting content Reference
Page
Protects images from accidental
Protect erasure. p. 108

Rotate Rotates images 90 or 270 degrees p. 102

clockwise in the display.
6. Shooting-Advanced Functions 67
 Reference Set up Menu
Menu Item Setting content
Page
Reference
Erases all images from a CF card Menu Item Setting content Page
Erase all (excluding protected images). p. 47
Set [On] to mute the start-up sound,
Slide Show Plays images in an automated slide p. 104 operation sound, selftimer sound and
show. shutter sound all at once.
Sets the images that will be printed on zIf you set [Mute] to [On], no sound
Print Order a direct print compatible printer or at a p. 128 will be heard even when any sound
photo lab service, the number of Mute item in the My Camera menu is set –
copies and other parameters. to , or (On).
Specifies images before downloading zNote that the error warning signal
Transfer Order to a computer. p. 133 beeps even when the Mute setting
is [On].
On/Off*
Volume Adjusts the volume of camera –
operations.
Adjusts the Start-up Sound volume
aStart-up Vol. when the camera powers up. p. 21
Adjusts the Operation Sound volume
bOperation Vol. for operation buttons other than the –
shutter button.
Adjusts the volume of the Selftimer
cSelftimer Vol. Sound informing you that the photo p. 53
will be taken in 2 seconds.
Adjusts the Shutter Sound volume
when the shutter button is pressed all
dShutter Vol. the way. There is no shutter sound in p. 31
Movie mode.

68 6. Shooting-Advanced Functions
 Menu Item Setting content Reference Menu Item Setting content Reference
Page Page
Adjusts the sound volume when a Sets the format of the displayed
ePlayback Vol. movie or sound memo is played. p. 60, 103 Distance Units distance units of the MF indicator. p. 98
m/cm* or ft/in
Settings of Above
Items (a - e) Off 1 2* 3 4 5 – Sets the language used in the menus
and messages on the LCD monitor (or
Sets the brightness level of the LCD in the viewfinder).
LCD Brightness monitor. – English*/Deutsch/Français/
(Normal)*/ (Bright) Nederlands/Dansk/Suomi/Italiano/
Sets whether or not the camera Language Norsk/Svenska/Español/Chinese/ p. 26
automatically powers down or the Japanese
LCD monitor (or viewfinder) goes off You can change the language during
after a specified period of time image playback by holding the SET
Power Saving elapses without camera operation. p. 109 button and pressing the JUMP button.
Auto Power Down (Except when the camera is
On*/Off connected to a printer)
Display Off Sets the video output signal standard.
10 sec./20 sec./30sec./1 min.*/2 min./3 min. Video System p. 124
NTSC/PAL
Date/Time Sets the date, time and date format. p. 24
* Default setting
Format Formats (initializes) a CF card. p. 19
Sets how file numbers are assigned to
images when new CF cards are
File No. Reset inserted. p. 112
On/Off*
Sets whether or not images shot with
Auto Rotate the camera on end are automatically p. 111
rotated in the display.
On/Off*

6. Shooting-Advanced Functions 69
 My Camera Menu Reference
Menu Item Setting content
Page
You can select the theme, start-up image and sound,
operation sound, selftimer sound and shutter sound My Camera
menu settings (Off)/ */ / –
used on this camera. These are called My Camera content
settings. You can also customize the and
options for each item with images from the CF card * Default setting
and newly recorded sounds or by using the supplied
software. See the Software Starter Guide for details.
Reference
Menu Item Setting content Page
Selects a common theme for each my
Theme Camera settings item. p. 113

Start-up Image Sets the start-up image when you turn p. 113
on the camera.
Sets the start-up sound when you turn
Start-up Sound on the camera. p. 113
Sets the sound when the omni
Operation Sound selector or any button other than the p. 113
shutter button is operated.
Selftimer Sound Sets the sound informing you that the p. 113
photo will be taken in 2 seconds.
Sets the shutter sound when you
depress the shutter button. There is
Shutter Sound no shutter sound while a movie is p. 113
being shot.

70 6. Shooting-Advanced Functions
Resetting the Settings to Default
You can reset the menu and button operation z The normal screen resumes when resetting is
settings to default. complete.
z To cancel resetting, select [Cancel] instead of
1 [OK].
3
zThe following settings cannot be reset to
default:
3 - The [Date/Time], [Language] and [Video
System] options in the [ (Set up)] menu
2 (p. 69)
1 Open the lens cover or press the - White balance data set with the custom
white balance function (p. 81)
button to power up the camera. - Newly registered My Camera settings
2 Press the MENU zSettings cannot be reset when the camera is
button for longer connected to a computer or printer.
than 5 seconds.
When the camera is in Shooting mode and the
The message "Reset
mode dial is set to , only the mode settings
settings to default?"
appears on the LCD will revert to default.
monitor.
3 Select [OK] using the W or X arrow
on the omni selector, then press the
SET button.
Resetting starts.
6. Shooting-Advanced Functions 71
Using the Mode Dial (Creative Zone)
Shooting Mode Dial 2 Turn the shooting
mode dial, select
the function you
You can freely select camera settings such as wish to use and
the shutter speed and aperture value to suit shoot the image.
your shooting purposes.
After settings are made, shooting procedures are the Shutter Aperture
Speed value
same as for the mode (p. 30).
z The camera operates in the following ways
How to Use the Mode Dial according to the selected function:

2 The camera automatically sets the shutter speed

and aperture value.
The user selects a shutter speed using the W or
X arrow.
The user selects an aperture value using the W or
X arrow.
The user selects the shutter speed using the W or
X arrow and the aperture value using the S or
T arrow.
1 Check that the camera is in Shooting z The shutter speed and aperture value will show
mode. on the LCD monitor. The correct exposure has
been set if the shutter speed and aperture value
The power/mode indicator lights orange. show in white on the LCD monitor.

72 6. Shooting-Advanced Functions
 z The shutter speed and aperture value will show - Change the light metering mode.
in red on the LCD monitor when the correct Differences between the and
exposure cannot be obtained.
Modes.
z When the flash fires, the shutter speed and The following settings can be adjusted in mode,
aperture value will show in white (for all but not in mode.
shooting modes except ).
z The combinations of shutter speeds and · Exposure Compensation · White Balance
aperture values can be changed within the · ISO Speed · Bracket Mode
same exposure setting (p. 73-p. 75).
· Flash Exposure Compensation
Š See page 170 for settings that can be changed
· Flash (Flash on, Slow Synchro, 2nd-curtain)
in this mode.
Š For information on the relation between the · Photo Effect · Continuous Shooting
aperture value and shutter speed, see page 74. · File Format Settings
Š Please note that camera shake becomes a · Light Metering Mode · Manual Focus
factor at low shutter speeds. If the camera · Intervalometer · AF Frame · AE Lock
shake warning appears in the LCD monitor,
· FE Lock
shoot using a tripod.
Program AE Setting the Shutter Speed
Use the program AE mode to have the camera When you set the shutter speed in the shutter speed-
automatically set the shutter speed and aperture priority AE mode, the camera automatically selects
value to match the brightness of the scene. an aperture value to match the brightness. Faster
z If a correct exposure cannot be obtained, use the shutter speeds allow you to catch an instantaneous
following methods to solve the problem. image of a moving subject while slower speeds
- Use the flash. create a flowing effect and allow you to shoot without
- Change the ISO speed setting. a flash in dark areas.
6. Shooting-Advanced Functions 73
z Adjust the shutter speed using the W or X arrow Shutter Speed Display
when the image is underexposed (insufficient light) The numbers in the table below indicate the shutter
or overexposed (too much light) and the correct speed in seconds. 1/160 indicates 1/160 second.
exposure cannot be obtained. Also, quote marks indicate the decimal place, so that
z The nature of CCD image sensors is such that 0"3 indicates 0.3 second and 2" indicates 2 seconds.
noise in the recorded image increases at slow
shutter speeds. This camera, however, applies 15" 13" 10" 8" 6" 5" 4" 3"2 2"5 2" 1"6 1"3 1"
special processing to images shot at shutter 0"8 0"6 0"5 0"4 0"3
speeds slower than 1.3 seconds to eliminate the 1/4 1/5 1/6 1/8 1/10 1/13 1/15 1/20 1/25
noise, thereby producing high-quality images. 1/30 1/40 1/50 1/60 1/80 1/100 1/125
Nevertheless, a certain amount of processing time 1/160 1/200 1/250 1/320 1/400 1/500 1/640
may be required before the next image can be shot. 1/800 1/1000 1/1250 1/1600 1/2000
z The aperture value and shutter speed change
according to the zoom state as follows. About the Safety Shift (p. 75)

Aperture value Shutter Speed (seconds)

f/2.8 – f/3.5 to 1/1250 Setting the Aperture
Wide Angle End*1
f/4.0 – f/8.0 to 1/2000 When you set the aperture in the aperture-priority AE
f/5.3 – f/7.1 to 1/1250 mode, the camera automatically selects a shutter
Telephoto End*2 speed to match the brightness.
f/8.0 to 1/2000
Selecting a lower aperture value (opening the
*1 Maximum wide angle
*2 Maximum telephoto aperture) allows you to fade the background and
create a beautiful portrait. A higher aperture value
z The fastest shutter speed for flash synchronization (closing it) brings the entire range from foreground to
is 1/250 second. The camera automatically resets background into focus. The larger the aperture value,
the shutter speed to 1/250 second if a faster speed the greater the range of the image brought into clear
is selected. focus.
74 6. Shooting-Advanced Functions
z Adjust the aperture value using the W or X arrow z The brightness of the LCD monitor matches the
when the image is underexposed (insufficient light) selected shutter speed and aperture value. When
or overexposed (too much light) and the correct you select a fast shutter speed or shoot a subject in
exposure cannot be obtained. a dark place and set the flash to (Flash On
z Some aperture values cannot be selected (red-eye reduction) or (flash On) the image will
depending on the zoom position. always be bright.
z In this mode, the maximum shutter speed with z When you press the shutter button halfway, the
synchronized flash is 1/250 second. The aperture difference between the standard exposure* and the
value setting may therefore be changed selected exposure appears on the LCD monitor. If
automatically to match the synchronized flash the difference is more than 2 stops, "-2" or "+2"
speed even if its value was set previously. appears on the LCD monitor.
Aperture Setting Display * The standard exposure is calculated by the AE
The larger the aperture value, the smaller the lens function according to the selected metering
aperture. method.
f/2.8 f/3.2 f/3.5 f/4.0 f/4.5 f/5.0 f/5.3 f/5.6 f/6.3 About the Safety Shift
f/7.1 f/8.0
Shooting Mode Dial
About the Safety Shift (p. 75)

Manually Setting the Shutter When the Safety Shift has been turned on (p. 67), it
Speed and Aperture may not be possible to obtain an appropriate
You can manually set the shutter speed and aperture exposure with a shutter speed and aperture value
to achieve a particular effect. This is convenient for that have been set manually. In such a case, the
shooting fireworks and other images where it is settings will automatically be adjusted so that they
difficult to set the correct exposure automatically. fall within the range for an appropriate exposure.
6. Shooting-Advanced Functions 75
 Selecting an AF Frame
When the flash fires, the settings will be The AF frame indicates the area of the
automatically adjusted even if Safety Shift has composition on which the camera focuses. You
been turned off. can set the AF frame in the following way.
z For selecting AiAF (auto selection) or a
center-point AF frame, see below.
z For selecting a desired position for the AF
frame, see p. 77.
Shooting Mode Dial

You can set the AF frame to Auto Selection (AiAF) or

to center-point. When Auto Selection (AiAF) is
selected, the camera automatically selects an AF
frame from 9 points to focus according to the
shooting conditions. With the digital zoom, the
center-point AF-frame is always selected.

2
1, 3
76 6. Shooting-Advanced Functions
1 Press the button. Shooting Mode Dial
The AF frame appears in green on the LCD
monitor.
You can move the AF frame manually to the desired
2 Select the auto selection or center- position. This is convenient for focusing accurately
point AF frame using the S, T, W or on your chosen subject to obtain the composition you
X arrow on the omni selector. desire. The AF frame is fixed to center-point when an
image is shot using the viewfinder with the LCD
monitor off or when using the digital zoom, even if
you previously set the AF frame to the position you
desire.
1 Press the button.
The AF frame appears in green on the LCD
monitor.
e.g. Auto Selection e.g. Center-point
2 Move the AF
3 Press the button. frame to the
z You can immediately shoot the image using the position you wish
selected AF frame by pressing the shutter to set using the
button instead of pressing the button.
S, T, W or X
arrow on the omni
selector.

6. Shooting-Advanced Functions 77
 Switching between Light Metering Modes
3 Press the button. Shooting Mode Dial
z You can immediately shoot the image using the
selected AF frame by pressing the shutter
button instead of pressing button. Evaluative metering is the default light
z The AF frame will move back to its original metering mode. This can be switched to
position (Center), if you hold down the another metering mode.
button.
The camera divides images into several
zones for light metering. The camera
Š Turn the LCD monitor on to set the AF frame to evaluates the complex lighting conditions,
the position you desire before shooting. such as the position of the subject, the
Evaluative
Š The AF frame is locked to center-point when Light brightness, the background, the direct light,
Metering and the backlighting, and adjusts the
using the digital zoom. settings to the correct exposure for the main
Š When the Spot AE Point is selected as the light subject.
metering mode, you can use the selected AF This mode is particularly well-suited for
backlit conditions and general photography.
frame as the Spot AE Point (p. 78).
Š For an explanation of the AF frame colors, Center- Averages the exposure from the entire image,
Weighted but places more weight on the subject at the
please refer to p. 27. Averaging center.
Meters the area within the spot AE point
Spot AE Point frame.

Locks the spot metering frame to the center

Center of the LCD monitor.
AF Point Moves the spot AF point to the AF frame.

78 6. Shooting-Advanced Functions
 2 In the [ (Rec.)]
menu, select
[Spot AE Point].
3 z See Selecting Menus
and Settings (p. 64).
1 2, 3
3 Select [Center] or
[AF Point] using
1 Press the button to select a the W or X arrow,
metering mode. then press the
z Each press of the button changes the MENU button.
metering mode as follows. z When [Spot AE point] e.g. Center
(Evaluative) (Center-Weighted is set to [Center], the
Spot AE Point
Averaging) spot AE point frame
appears at the center of the LCD monitor, and
(Spot AE Point) when [Spot AE Point] is set to [AF point], it
appears inside the selected AF frame.
z The icon of the currently selected light metering
mode appears on the LCD monitor.
If you have selected (Spot AE point), go to step 2.
If you have selected (Evaluative Light Metering)
or (Center-Weighted Averaging), shoot the
image.

6. Shooting-Advanced Functions 79
 Adjusting the Exposure
Shooting Mode Dial z The settings can be adjusted in 1/3-stops in the
range of -2 stops to +2 stops.
z You can shoot the image right after selecting
When, due to the shooting conditions, the settings by pressing the shutter button. This
screen will appear again, once the image is
image displayed appears lighter or darker than
shot.
the actual photographic subject, adjust the
exposure compensation setting. 3 Press the FUNC. button.
z To cancel the exposure compensation, return
the setting to using the W or X arrow.

2
1, 3

1 Press the FUNC. button.

2 Select * (+/-
(Exp.)) using the
S or T arrow, and
set the exposure
using the W or X
arrow.
* The current setting is displayed.
80 6. Shooting-Advanced Functions
 Adjusting the Tone (White Balance)
Shooting Mode Dial For setting a custom value with a white sheet
Custom of paper, etc., to obtain the optimal white
balance for the conditions.

When the white balance mode is set to match

the light source, the camera reproduces colors
more accurately.
Combinations of setting contents and light source are
as follows.
1, 3
Auto Settings are automatically set by the camera 2
Daylight For recording outdoors on a bright day
For recording under overcast, shady or 1 Press the FUNC. button.
Cloudy twilight skies 2 Select * (Auto)
Tungsten For recording under tungsten and bulb-type 3- using the S or T
wavelength fluorescent lighting
For recording under warm-white, color-white
arrow and select
Fluorescent or warm-white (3-wavelength) fluorescent the desired
lighting setting using the
For recording under daylight fluorescent, or W or X arrow.
Fluorescent H daylight fluorescent-type 3-wavelength
fluorescent lighting * The current setting is displayed.
Flash For flash photography z Please see page 82 regarding the custom setting.
z You can shoot the image right after selecting
Underwater For shooting under water using the settings by pressing the shutter button. This
Waterproof Case WP-DC40 (sold separately).
screen will appear again, once the image is shot.
6. Shooting-Advanced Functions 81
3 Press the FUNC. button. 2 Select * (Auto)
The white balance cannot be adjusted when the
using the S or T
photo effect is set to (Sepia) or (B/W) (p. 85). arrow and select
(Custom) using
Setting a Custom White Balance the W or X arrow.
In the following cases, the white balance may not be * The current setting is
correctly adjusted. Use (Custom) to adjust the displayed.
white balance.
z Shooting at close distances (macro)
3 Aim the camera at
z Shooting subjects of monotone color (such as sky, a white paper or
sea or forest) cloth, or gray card
z Shooting with a peculiar source of light (such as a and press the SET
mercury-vapor lamp) button.
The white balance data
is recorded.
z Aim the camera so that the white paper or cloth,
2 or gray card, completely fills the center of the
1, 4 frame.
z You can shoot the image right after selecting
3 settings by pressing the shutter button. The
menu displays again after the shot, allowing you
to change the settings easily.
1 Press the FUNC. button.
4 Press the FUNC. button.
82 6. Shooting-Advanced Functions
Š You are recommended to set the white balance while the white balance data is recorded to
when shooting in the following conditions. the custom white balance. If this happens,
- The shooting mode is set to and the make sure the flash also fires when you shoot
exposure compensation and flash the image.
exposure adjustment are set to ±0. - The ISO speed is set to the same setting
The correct white balance may not be to shoot the image.
obtained when the exposure is incorrect Š The custom white balance will not be canceled
(image is completely black or white). even if you reset camera settings to default
- The zoom is positioned to the telephoto (p. 71).
end setting.
Set the digital zoom to [Off].
- A mode other than is selected.
In mode, white balance data cannot be
read.
- The flash is set to (Flash On) or
(Flash Off).
Use the same flash setting as the one that will
be used for shooting when you set the white
balance. If the white balance setting
conditions and shooting conditions are not
the same, the correct white balance may not
be obtained.
When the flash is set to (Auto with red-
eye reduction) or (Auto), the flash may fire

6. Shooting-Advanced Functions 83
 Changing the ISO Speed
Shooting Mode Dial 2 Select * (ISO
Speed) using the
S or T arrow and
By raising the ISO speed, you can shoot bright select the desired
images even in poor lighting conditions. This setting using the
function is convenient when you want to
W or X arrow.
prevent camera shake, shoot without the flash
or shoot with a faster shutter speed in dark * The current setting is displayed.
conditions. z You can shoot the image right after selecting
settings by pressing the shutter button. The
You can choose from the following speeds: Auto, 50, menu displays again after the shot, allowing you
100, 200 and 400. to change the settings easily.
3 Press the FUNC. button.
zHigher ISO speeds increase the image noise.
1, 3 To take clean images, use as low an ISO
speed as possible.
2 zThe AUTO setting selects the optimal ISO
speed. It will automatically raise the speed
when the light from the flash is insufficient to
1 Press the FUNC. button. illuminate the subject matter.

84 6. Shooting-Advanced Functions
 Changing the Photo Effect
Shooting Mode Dial

You can shoot with different saturation and 1, 3

contrast color effects.
Photo Effect Off Records with no effect.
2
Emphasizes the contrast and color
Vivid
saturation to record in bold color. 1 Press the FUNC. button.
Tones down the contrast and color
Neutral
saturation to record neutral hues. 2 Select * (Effect
Records subjects with softened Off) using the S
Low Sharpening outlines. or T arrow and
Sepia Records in sepia tones. select the desired
setting using the
B/W Records in black and white.
W or X arrow.
You can freely set the contrast, * The current setting is displayed.
Custom Effect* sharpness and color saturation.
* , , and modes only When is selected
z A screen allowing you
to set the contrast,
sharpness and color
saturation appears
when you press the SET button. Select the item
you wish to set using the S or T arrow, set it
using the W or X arrow and press the SET button.
6. Shooting-Advanced Functions 85
 Auto Exposure Bracketing (AEB Mode)
z You can shoot the image right after selecting Shooting Mode Dial
settings by pressing the shutter button. The
menu displays again after the shot, allowing you
to change the settings easily.
In this mode, the camera automatically
Contrast changes the exposure within a set range to
z This function allows you to adjust the degree of take three shots after you press the shutter
brightness. button once.
z Select from - (Weak), 0 (Neutral) and + You can adjust AEB settings in 1/3 stops within the
(Strong). range of -2 stops to +2 stops of the standard
Sharpness exposure setting. AEB settings can be combined with
exposure compensation settings (p. 80) to extend
z This function allows you to adjust how sharply
the adjustment range. The images are recorded in
outlines are defined.
the following order: Standard exposure,
z Select from - (Weak), 0 (Neutral) and + underexposure and overexposure.
(Strong).
Saturation
z This function allows you to adjust the color
depth.
z Select from - (Weak), 0 (Neutral) and + 1, 4
(Strong).
2, 3
3 Press the FUNC. button.
The white balance cannot be set when 1 Press the FUNC. button.
(Sepia) or (B/W) mode is selected.
86 6. Shooting-Advanced Functions
 Focus Bracketing (Focus-BKT Mode)
2 Select * (BKT- Shooting Mode Dial
Off) using the S
or T arrow.
* The current setting is You can shoot three images while the focus
displayed. changes automatically when shooting with the
manual focus.
3 Select (AEB), Three ranges -small, medium or large- can be
selected. Images are shot with the focus position
press the SET changing in the following order; current position,
button and adjust the compensation backwards and forward.
range using the W or X arrow.
z Use X to expand the range and W to contract it.
z You can shoot the image right after selecting
settings by pressing the shutter button. The
menu displays again after the shot, allowing you 1, 4
to change the settings easily.
2, 3
4 Press the FUNC. button.
z Select (BKT-Off) in Step 3 to cancel the AEB
mode. 1 Press the FUNC. button.
The AEB mode cannot be used for flash
photography. If the flash fires, only one image
gets recorded.

6. Shooting-Advanced Functions 87
2 Select * (BKT- z Select (BKT-Off) in Step 2 to cancel the
Off) using the S Focus-BKT mode.
or T arrow, select The Focus-BKT mode is not available when
(Focus-BKT) shooting with the flash on. The camera will
using the W or X revert to shooting only one image when the
arrow and press flash is on.
the SET button.
* The current setting is displayed.
3 Select a range
using the W or X
arrow.
z Use X to expand the range and W to contract it.
z You can shoot the image right after selecting
settings by pressing the shutter button. The
menu displays again after the shot, allowing you
to change the settings easily.
4 Press the FUNC. button and shoot
the image with the manual focus
(p. 98).

88 6. Shooting-Advanced Functions
Locking the Exposure Setting (AE Lock)
Shooting Mode Dial 2 While pressing
the shutter button
halfway, press the
You can set the exposure and focus separately. button.
This is effective when the contrast is too strong z The exposure setting
between the subject and background or when locks (AE Lock) and
a subject is backlit. the icon appears AE lock
1, 2 on the LCD monitor.
z Using any button other than the omni selector
cancels the AE lock.
3 Recompose the image and shoot.
2 The camera focuses on the subject in the AF frame.

The automatically selected combinations of

shutter speeds and aperture values can be
1 Focus the AF frame or the spot freely changed without altering the exposure
metering frame on the subject on with the following procedures.
which you wish to lock the exposure 1. Turn the mode dial to , or .
setting and press the shutter button 2. Focus on the subject on which you wish to
halfway. lock the exposure and press the shutter button
halfway.
z See Selecting and AF Frame (p. 76)
z See Switching between Light Metering Modes
(p. 78)
6. Shooting-Advanced Functions 89
 Locking the Flash Exposure Setting (FE Lock)
3. Press the button. Shooting Mode Dial
The exposure setting will lock and the icon
will appear in the LCD monitor.
4. Press the W or X arrow until the desired You can obtain the correct exposure regardless
shutter speed or aperture value is reached. of the location of your subject in the
5. Recompose the image and shoot. The setting composition.
will cancel after the shot is taken.
1 2

1 Press the button and set the flash

to fire (p. 38).
2 Focus the AF frame or the spot
metering frame on the subject on
which you wish to lock the flash
exposure setting and press the
shutter button halfway.

90 6. Shooting-Advanced Functions
 Switching between Flash Adjustment Settings
3 While pressing the shutter button Shooting Mode Dial
halfway, press the button.
z The flash exposure compensation setting locks
(FE Lock) and the icon appears on the LCD The flash fires with automatic flash adjustments
monitor. (except in the M mode), but it is possible to set it so
that it fires without any adjustments ([Flash Output]
z The flash will fire a pre-flash and lock the flash
can be set).
exposure to the required intensity to illuminate
the subject.
z Each time you press the button, the flash
exposure locks at the required intensity for that
composition.
1, 2
z Using any button other than the omni selector
cancels the FE lock. 1, 2
4 Recompose the image and shoot.
1 Select [Flash
The FE lock function is not available when Adjust] from the
[Flash Adjust] is set to [Manual]. [ (Rec.)] menu.
z See Selecting Menus
and Settings (p. 64).

2 Select [Auto] or [Manual] using the W

or X arrow and press the MENU
button.
6. Shooting-Advanced Functions 91
Setting the Flash Adjustment/Flash Output 2 Select (+/-
Shooting Mode Dial
(Flash) or Flash
Output) using the
S or T arrow.
zWhen [Flash Adjust] is set to [Auto], settings can
be adjusted in 1/3-stop increments in the range
3 Adjust the
of -2 stops to +2 stops. compensation e.g. [Flash Adjust]
Flash Adjust set to [Auto]
zYou can enjoy flash photography with exposure using the W or X
adjustments with the combined use of the
camera’s exposure compensation function. arrow.
zIn M mode or when [Flash Adjust] is set to z You can shoot the e.g. [Flash Adjust]
image right after set to [Manual]
Flash Output [Manual], the flash output can be controlled in
three steps, starting from FULL, when shooting. selecting settings by pressing the shutter
button. The menu displays again after the shot,
allowing you to change the settings easily.
4 Press the FUNC. button.
1, 4
2, 3

1 Press the FUNC. button.

92 6. Shooting-Advanced Functions
Switching the Timing at which the Flash Fires
Shooting Mode Dial

The flash fires right after the shutter opens, 1, 2

1st-curtain regardless of the shutter speed. Usually, the 1st-
curtain is used when shooting.
The flash fires right before the shutter closes,
1, 2
regardless of the shutter speed. Compared with the
2nd-curtain 1st-curtain, the flash fires later and this allows you to
shoot images in which, for example, a car's rear
lamps seem to trail off behind. 1 From the
[ (Rec.)] menu,
select [Flash
Sync].
z See Selecting Menus
and Settings (p. 64).
2 Select [1st-curtain] or [2nd-curtain]
Image shot with the Image shot with the using the W or X and press the
1st-curtain setting 2nd-curtain setting MENU button.

6. Shooting-Advanced Functions 93
Shooting Images at Set Intervals (Intervalometer)
Shooting Mode Dial 1 Select
[Intervalometer]
from the
You can shoot images at a set interval. This [ (Rec.)]
function can be used for fixed-point menu and press
observation of plants and blooming flowers.
the SET button.
The shooting interval time can be set from 1 to
60 minutes and 2 to 100 images can be shot. z See Selecting Menus and Settings (p. 64).
2 Select an interval
Since the camera may shoot continuously for time using the W or
an extended period of time, the use of the AC
X arrow.
Adapter Kit ACK700 (sold separately) is
z If you press the W or
recommended (p. 147).
X arrow continuously,
the interval time
changes in units of 5 minutes at a time.
5
3 Press the T arrow and select the
1, 2, 3 number of shots using the W or X
arrow.
1, 4 z If you press the W or X arrow continuously, the
number of shots changes in units of 5 shots at a
1 time.
z The maximum number of shots* is determined
according to the CF card's remaining capacity.

94 6. Shooting-Advanced Functions
 * The maximum number of shots may decrease zOnce the interval shooting session is started,
according to the images shot. all operation buttons become inactive.
4 Press the SET button. zThe lens stays extended until the next image
z The camera exits the menu screen and Int. is shot.
appears at the lower right of the LCD monitor. zImages are not displayed on the LCD monitor
right after being shot.
5 Press the shutter button. zInterval shooting is not available when the
z The first image is shot and the interval shooting date and time are not set.
session starts. zContinuous shooting is not available.
z Once the set number of shots is taken the zAEB mode and the Focus-BKT mode settings
camera automatically powers down regardless cannot be set.
of the power saving function settings.
z If the below operations are accessed while the
interval shooting is in process, the interval
shooting session will be canceled.
- Turning the shooting mode dial while the
camera is waiting to shoot the next image
- Pressing the shutter button halfway while the
camera is waiting to shoot the next image
- Opening the CF card slot / battery cover
- Switching to Playback mode
- Turning off the power

6. Shooting-Advanced Functions 95
Shooting Problem Subjects for the Autofocus
The autofocus may not work well on the 1 Aim the AF frame at an object at a
following types of subjects. similar distance to the subject you
z Subjects with extremely low contrast to the wish to shoot.
surroundings
z Subjects mixing close and far objects 2 Press the shutter button halfway to
z Subjects with extremely bright objects at the center lock the focus.
of the composition
z Subjects that are moving quickly z The AE setting will also lock when you do this.
z When shooting through glass, get as close as The exposure may occasionally be incorrect if
possible to avoid reflection off the glass. the difference between the two items is too
z Subjects with horizontal stripes great. Use AF lock or AE lock when this
To shoot these subjects, first aim the camera at an happens.
object at a similar distance, lock the focus and
recompose the image with the desired subject, or
3 Keep it pressed while you
use manual focus or AF lock. recompose the image and press the
shutter button all the way to shoot
Shooting with Focus Lock
the image.
Shooting Mode Dial

1 2, 3

96 6. Shooting-Advanced Functions
Shooting in AF Lock Mode z Pressing the MF button a second time cancels
the manual focus mode.
Shooting Mode Dial
3 Recompose the image and press the
shutter button all the way to shoot
the image.
2, 3
AF lock is convenient because you can let go of
the shutter button to recompose the image. In
2 addition, since the focus stays locked to the
same position even after the shot is taken, you
can immediately shoot the next image with the
same focus position.
1 Aim the AF frame at an object at a
similar distance to the subject you
wish to shoot.
2 Press the shutter button halfway and
while keeping it pressed, press the
MF button.
z appears on the LCD monitor.
z The focus will stay locked even if you release
the shutter button and MF button.

6. Shooting-Advanced Functions 97
Shooting in Manual Focus Mode z When the [ (Rec.)] menu's [MF-Point Zoom]
is set to [On], if a particular AF frame has been
Shooting Mode Dial manually selected (p. 76), the portion of the
image in that frame will appear magnified.*1
* Except in the , when the digital zoom is
The focus can be manually set. activated or a TV is used as the display.
*1Can also be set so that the image displayed is

2 not magnified (p. 67).

z The MF indicator shows approximate figures.
Use them as a shooting guideline only.
z Adjust the focus using the S or T arrow until
1 1 the image appears focused.
z Pressing the MF button a second time cancels
the manual focus mode.

1 Press and hold 2 Press the shutter button all the way
the MF button, to shoot the image.
then press the S
or T arrow.
z The focus will lock and
the icon and the
MF indicator will MF Indicator
appear on the LCD monitor.

98 6. Shooting-Advanced Functions
Using the Manual Focus in 3 Press the shutter button all the way
Combination with the Auto Focus to shoot the image.
Shooting Mode Dial
You cannot change the AF frame setting while
focusing manually. Cancel the manual focus
mode, then change the AF frame setting.
The camera automatically searches for a more
suitable focusing point from the current You can change the MF indicator displayed
manually focused location. distance units (p. 69).

3
1
1
2

1 Focus the camera with the manual

focus.
2 Press the SET button.
z The camera focuses automatically to a more
accurate focusing point near the current
focusing point.

6. Shooting-Advanced Functions 99
 Saving Custom Settings
Shooting Mode Dial
1
You can save frequently used shooting modes 3, 4
and various shooting settings to the
(Custom) mode. When necessary, you can
then shoot images with previously saved 3, 5
settings by simply turning the shooting mode
dial to . Settings that are usually forgotten
when the shooting mode is changed or when 1 Turn the shooting mode dial to ,
the power is turned off (such as Continuous , , or .
Shooting and Self-timer mode) are also z When you wish to re-save partially modified
remembered. settings (except shooting mode) that were
previously saved in the mode, select .
2 Set the setting contents you wish to
save.
Settings that can be saved to the mode
z Shooting mode ( , , , )
z Items that can be set in , , and
modes (p. 170)
z Shooting menu settings
z Zoom location
z Manual focus location
100 6. Shooting-Advanced Functions
3 Select [Save
Settings] from the
[ (Rec.)] menu
and press the SET
button.
z See Selecting Menus
and Settings (p. 64).
4 Select [OK] and press the SET
button.
5 Press the MENU button.
Š The setting contents do not influence other
shooting modes.
Š Saved settings can be reset (p. 71).

6. Shooting-Advanced Functions 101

7. Playback-Advanced Functions Rotating Images in the Display
Images can be rotated 90° and 270° clockwise 2 Select an image
on the LCD monitor. you want to rotate
Original 90° 270° using the W or X
arrow and press
the SET button.
z The image cycles to
the next orientation (90°  270°  original)
each time the SET button is pressed.
3 Press the MENU button.
z The Play menu appears again. Press the
1, 2 MENU button again to close the menu.

1, 2 zMovies cannot be rotated.

zWhen images are downloaded to a computer,
1, 3 the orientation of images rotated by the
camera will depend upon the software used to
1 Select [Rotate] download the images.
from the [
(Play)] menu and Š Images can be magnified when rotated (p. 43).
press the SET Š Images taken vertically with the auto rotate
function (p. 111) set to [On] will automatically
button.
be rotated to the vertical position when viewed
z See Selecting Menus
on the LCD monitor.
and Settings (p. 64).
102 7. Playback-Advanced Functions
 Attaching Sound Memos to Images
In Playback mode (including single image is displayed. Speak towards the microphone of
playback, index playback, magnified playback the camera.
and the review immediately after shooting in z To stop recording, press the SET button. To
Shooting mode) you can attach sound memos restart recording, press the SET button again.
(up to 60 seconds) to an image. The sound z You can add as many sound memos as you like
data is saved in WAVE format. until their total time reaches 60 seconds.
Playing back the Sound Memos
z Select . Images with sound memos are
2 displayed with the mark (they do not display
in No Information display mode). To stop
playback, press the SET button. To restart
1 2 playback, press the SET button again. You can
adjust the volume using the S or T arrow.
Erasing the Sound Memos
1 Press the button while playing z Check that is displayed and select .
back images.
Exiting the Sound Memos Menu
z The Sound Memo panel appears.
z Press the button.
2 Select using
the W or X arrow
and press the
SET button.
z The recording starts
and the elapsed time
Sound Memo Panel
7. Playback-Advanced Functions 103
 Automated Playback (Slide Show)
zYou cannot attach sound memos to movies. Slide show image settings are based on DPOF
zYou cannot record or playback sound notes standards (p. 126).
for images that already have an incompatible Starting a Slide Show
sound file attached. If you attempt to record or All images, or a selection of images, can be
play such images, the "Incompatible WAVE displayed one-by-one in an automated slide show.
format" message will display. Incompatible
Plays all the images on the CF card in
sound files can be deleted with this camera. All Images order
zSound memos for protected images cannot
Plays the images selected for each show
be erased (p. 108). Slide Show 1 - 3 in order (p. 105)
The volume can be adjusted in the Set up menu
(p. 68). If you set [Mute] to [On] in the Set up
menu, no sound is reproduced, however, you 1, 3
can resume the sound and adjust the volume by
pressing the S or T arrow. 1, 2, 3
1, 4
1 In the [ (Play)]
menu, select
[Slide Show] and
press the SET
button.
z See Selecting Menus
and Settings (p. 64).
104 7. Playback-Advanced Functions
2 Select [Program] 4 When the slide show is over, press
using the S or T the MENU button.
arrow and select The slide show menu appears again. Press the
between [All MENU button again to close the menu.
images] or one of
[Show 1]-[Show 3] Š Movie images play for the length of time that
using the W or X arrow. they were recorded regardless of the time set
in the slide show settings.
3 Select [Start] using the S or T arrow Š The power saving function is disabled while a
and press the SET button. slide show plays on the camera (p. 109).
The show will start and automatically stop when
the show is done. Selecting Images for Slide Shows
Pausing and Resuming a Slide Show You can mark images for inclusion in slide shows 1-3.
Up to 998 images may be marked per slide show.
z Press the SET button to pause the show. Press Images display in the order of their selection.
it again to resume.
Fast Forward/Rewinding a Slide Show
z User the W or X arrow to move to the previous
or next image. 2, 3, 4
Stopping a Slide Show
z Press the MENU button during a slide show to
3
stop it and display the slide show menu. 1, 5

7. Playback-Advanced Functions 105

1 Display the slide show menu (p. 104). z The selection number and a check mark (3)
appear at the bottom of selected images.
2 Select [Program] Index Playback
using the S or T
z Press the zoom
arrow and select button's to switch
[Show 1], [Show to index playback (3
2] or [Show 3] images).
using the W or X z Select an image using
arrow. the W or X arrow and
mark or remove marks from images using the
z A checkmark (3) will appear beside a show S or T arrow.
already containing images.
z The selection number and a check mark (3)
3 Choose [Select] using the S, T, W appear at the bottom of selected images.
or X arrow and press the SET z After you press the SET button, you can select
button. all the images by selecting [Mark all] using the
S or T arrow and pressing the SET button
4 Mark images to include in the show. again. You can deselect all the images by
selecting [Clear all].
Single Image Playback z You can select images using the W or X arrow
z Move between images and change the settings using the S or T
using the W or X arrow after [Mark all] or [Clear all] has been
arrow and mark or selected.
remove marks from
images using the S or 5 Press the MENU button.
T arrow. z The image selection screen will close.

106 7. Playback-Advanced Functions

Adjusting the Play Time and Repeat Settings 3 Select [Play Time] or [Repeat] using
the S or T arrow.
Sets the duration that each image in a slide show is
Play Time displayed. The options are any one of 3-10 seconds,
15 seconds, 30 seconds and Manual.
4 Select a setting
using the W or X
Sets whether the slide show stops when all the slides
Repeat have been displayed or continues to display until arrow.
stopped.
Play time
z Select a play time.
Repeat
2, 3, 4 z Select [On] or [Off].

2 5 Press the MENU button.

The set up menu closes.
1, 5
Š The display interval may vary somewhat for
1 Display the slide show menu (p. 104). some images.
Š Slide shows can be easily edited on a
2 Select [Set up] computer with the supplied software
using the W or X (ZoomBrowser EX or ImageBrowser).
arrow and press
the SET button.

7. Playback-Advanced Functions 107

Protecting Images
You can protect important images from z The icon appears on protected images.
accidental erasure. z To remove the protection, press the SET button
again (in protection mode).
2 z You can make the selection of images easier by
toggling between single image playback and
1, 2 index playback with the zoom button.

1, 2 3 Press the MENU button.

The protect window closes.
1, 3
Please note that formatting (initializing) a CF
1 In the [ (Play)] card erases all data, including protected
menu, select images (p. 19) and other file types. Please
[Protect] and check the contents of a CF card before
press the SET formatting it.
button.
z See Selecting Menus
and Settings (p. 64).
2 Select an image
you want to
protect using the
W or X arrow and
press the SET
button.
108 7. Playback-Advanced Functions
Setting the Power Saving Function 8. Camera Settings
This camera is equipped with a power saving When the Auto Power Down Function
function. Depending on the power saving (p. 69), Activates
the camera may power down or the LCD monitor Turn the power on again.
may go off automatically. Shooting mode: Close the lens cover, then open it
again.
z Auto Power Down Playback/Printer Connection mode: Press the
[On]: zShooting mode (Playback) button.
Powers down approximately 3 minutes after the
last time a camera control is accessed. The LCD When the Display Off Function Activates
monitor automatically shuts off approximately 1 The LCD monitor will be displayed if any of the
minute*1 after the last time a camera control is
accessed even if [Auto Power Down] is set to camera's buttons are pressed.
[Off]. Press any of the camera’s button to turn the
LCD monitor back on.
*1 This time can be changed. Š Please note that the camera continues to
zPlayback mode consume a minimal amount of power even
Powers down approximately 5 minutes after the when the power saving function shuts it down.
last time a control is accessed on the camera.
zPrinter Connection mode Š The power saving function is disabled while a
Powers down approximately 5 minutes after the slide show plays on the camera or during a
last time a control is accessed on the camera or computer connection (p. 104, 117).
something is printed on the printer.
[Off]: The power saving function does not activate.
z Display Off (Shooting Mode Only)
The LCD monitor shuts off after a specified period of time
elapses and no camera control is accessed.
The following time settings can be selected: 10 sec./20 sec./
30 sec./1 min.*2/2 min./3 min.
*2 Default setting

8. Camera Settings 109

 3 Select [Display Off] using the S or T
arrow and select a time using the W or
X arrow.
1, 2, 3 4 Press the MENU button.
1
1, 4
1 Select [Power
Saving] in the
[ (Set up)] menu
and press the SET
button.
z See Selecting Menus
and Settings (p. 64).
2 Select [Auto Power
Down] using the S
or T arrow and
select [On] or [Off]
using the W or X
arrow.

110 8. Camera Settings

Setting the Auto Rotate Function
Shooting Mode Dial 2 Select [On] using the W or X arrow
and press the MENU button.
z When this function is On, an icon showing the
This camera is equipped with an Intelligent orientation of the camera appears at the upper
Orientation sensor that detects the orientation right corner of the LCD monitor if it is set to
of an image shot with the camera on end and Information View.
automatically rotates it to the correct viewing : Normal
orientation in the display. You can turn this : Camera on right end
function on/off. : Camera on left end

zThis function may not operate correctly when

the camera is pointed straight up or down.
Check that the correct camera orientation
1, 2 icon (e.g. ) is displayed and if it is not, then
set the Auto Rotate function to Off.
1, 2 zEven if the Auto Rotate function is set to On,
the orientation of images downloaded to a
computer will depend upon the software used
1 Select [Auto to download the images.
Rotate] in the
[ (Set up)] menu.
z See Selecting Menus
and Settings (p. 64).

8. Camera Settings 111

 Resetting the File Numbers
Š When the camera is held on end to shoot, the You can select the way file numbers are
Intelligent Orientation sensor judges the upper assigned.
end to be "up" and the lower end to be "down".
It then regulates the optimal white balance and The file numbers are reset to the start (100-0001) each
time a new CF card is inserted. New images recorded on
exposure for vertical photography. This On CF cards with existing files are assigned the next available
function operates regardless of the On/Off number.
status of the Auto Rotate function. The file number of the last image to be shot is memorized
Š When changing the camera’s orientation Off so that images recorded to a new CF card start from the
between the horizontal and vertical positions, next number.
you may hear noise coming from the
orientation detection mechanism. This is not a
malfunction.

1, 2

1, 2
1 In the [ (Set up)]
menu, select [File
No. Reset].
z See Selecting Menus
and Settings (p. 64).

112 8. Camera Settings

 Customizing the Camera (My Camera Settings)
2 Select [On] using the W or X arrow My Camera allows you to customize the start-
and press the MENU button. up image and sound, operation, self-timer and
shutter sounds. Each menu item has three
choices.
Š Setting the [File No. Reset] to [Off] is useful for
avoiding file name duplication when images Changing My Camera Settings
are downloaded to a computer.
Š See Managing Image Files (p. 160).

1, 2
1, 3

1 Press the MENU

button and press
the X arrow twice.
The [ (My Camera)]
menu appears.

8. Camera Settings 113

2 Select a menu item using the S or T Registering My Camera Settings
arrow, then select setting content This function registers new contents to the
using the W or X arrow. and options.
: Off Images recorded onto the CF card and newly
: General recorded sounds can be added to the camera. You
: Science fiction theme can also use the supplied software to upload your
: Animal theme computer's images and sounds to the camera. The
z The contents of the and options can be following menu items can be saved to the camera.
changed (p. 70).
· Start-up Image · Start-up Sound
3 Press the MENU button. · Operation Sound · Selftimer Sound
The menu closes and settings are activated. · Shutter Sound
z In Shooting mode, the menu can be closed by
pressing the shutter button halfway. The CF card images and sounds can be registered to
the camera with the following procedures.
Š If you select [Theme] in Step 2, you can select
a consistent theme for each of the My Camera
settings.
Š If [Mute] in the [ (Set up)] menu is set to [On],
no sound is reproduced except for the error
warning signal regardless of the selected My
Camera settings (p. 70). The Start-up image
displays.

114 8. Camera Settings

 The start-up image screen or the sound recording
1 menu appears
2, 3, 5 Registering a Start-up
Image
5 z Select the image you
2 wish to register using
the W or X arrow and
4 press the SET button.
1 Press the button to switch to the Registering Start-up,
Playback mode (p. 22). Operation, Self-timer
2 Press the MENU and Shutter Sounds
button and press z Select (Record)
the X arrow twice. using the W or X
arrow and press the
The [ (My Camera)] SET button.
menu appears.
z Recording will start and automatically stop
3 Select the menu when the time is exceeded.
item you wish to register using the S or
Start-up Sound: 1 sec. Operation Sound: 0.3 sec.
T arrow and select or using the
Self-timer Sound: 2 sec. Shutter Sound: 0.3 sec.
W or X arrow.
appears. z Select (Register) and press the SET button.
4 Press the DISPLAY button. 5 Select [OK] using the W or X arrow
and press the SET button.
8. Camera Settings 115
 - Sampling frequency 11.025 kHz and 8.000 kHz
zThe following cannot be registered as My
- Recording time
Camera settings.
- RAW images 11.025 kHz 8.000 kHz
- Movies Start-up Sound 1.0 sec. or less 1.3 sec. or less
- Sound recorded using the Sound Memo
Operation Sound 0.3 sec. or less 0.4 sec. or less
function (p. 103)
zWhen you register new My Camera settings, Selftimer Sound 2.0 sec. or less 2.0 sec. or less
the previously registered settings are erased. Shutter Sound 0.3 sec. or less 0.4 sec. or less
Any file format other than those described above
File Format of My Camera Settings
cannot be used with this camera.
My Camera settings should conform to the below file
formats. However, CF card images shot with this An example of this function is to record "Say cheese"
camera can be registered as My Camera settings as a self-timer sound so the camera will play back
regardless of the below formats (except RAW this sound 2 seconds before the photo is taken. You
images, movies and sounds recorded using the could also record cheerful music to bring out the
Sound Memo function). natural smiles of your subjects, or so they can strike
a pose fitting the music. In these ways, you can
z Start-up Image customize your camera by creating and adding new
- Recording image format JPEG (Base line JPEG) My Camera settings.
- Sampling rate [Link] or [Link]
- Image size 320 x 240 pixels See the supplied Software Starter Guide for more
- File size 20 KB or less information on creating and adding My Camera
z Start-up Sound, Operation Sound, Selftimer files.
Sound and Shutter Sound
- Recording format WAVE (monaural)
- Quantization bit 8 bit
116 8. Camera Settings
Downloading Images to a Computer 9. Additional Features
The following methods can be used to Windows Mac
download images recorded by the camera to a XP OS X
computer. Some methods are not applicable to z With this method, you download images using
all operating systems. computer commands without installing any
software.
z Downloading via a Camera to
See Connecting the Camera to a
Computer Connection Computer (p. 117) (software installation is
Windows Windows Windows Windows Mac Mac not required) and Connecting the Camera
98 Me 2000 XP OS 9 OS X to the Computer to Download Images
z With this method, you download images using without Installing the Software (p. 123).
computer commands after you have installed
z Downloading Directly from a CF Card
the appropriate software.
See Connecting the Camera to a With this method, you download images using a card
Computer (p. 117) on the right and the adapter or card reader.
separate Software Starter Guide. See Downloading Directly from a CF Card
(p. 123).
Windows Windows Windows Windows Connecting the Camera to a Computer
98 Me 2000 XP
z With this method, you download images using Computer System Requirements
camera button operations after you have z Windows
installed the appropriate software (the
computer settings only need to be adjusted for Windows 98 (Including Second Edition)
the first download). Windows Me
OS Windows 2000
See Connecting the Camera to a Computer Windows XP (Home Edition, Professional)
(p. 117) on the right and Downloading Computer The above OS should be pre-installed on
Images by Direct Transfer (p. 121). Model computers with built-in USB ports.
9. Additional Features 117
 Windows 98/Windows Me/Windows 2000: Pentium Interface USB
150 MHz or higher processor zCanon Utilities
CPU Windows XP: Pentium 300 MHz or higher processor Free Hard
Disk Space ImageBrowser: 120 MB or more
For all of the above OS: Pentium 500 MHz or higher PhotoStitch: 30 MB or more
processor is recommended (for editing movies)
800 x 600 pixels/32,000 colors or better is required
Windows 98/Windows Me/Windows 2000: 64 MB or Display 1,024 x 768 pixels or better is recommended
more
RAM Windows XP: 128 MB or more
For all of the above OS: 128 MB or more is You must install the software and driver bundled on
recommended (for editing movies) the supplied Canon Digital Camera Solution Disk
Interface USB onto your computer before connecting the camera
zCanon Utilities to a computer.
ZoomBrowser EX: 200 MB or more
Free Hard (Including the PhotoRecord printing program)
Disk Space PhotoStitch: 40 MB or more The camera will not operate correctly if you
zCanon Camera TWAIN Driver:25 MB or more connect it to your computer before installing the
zCanon Camera WIA Driver: 25 MB or more driver and software. If this happens, please
800 x 600 pixels/High Color (16 bit) or better is refer to the Troubleshooting section of the
Display required Software Starter Guide.
1,024 x 768 pixels or better is recommended
z Macintosh Š You do not need to turn off the camera or
computer power when making a USB
OS Mac OS 9.0 - 9.2, Mac OS X (v10.1/v10.2/v10.3)
connection.
Computer The above OS should be preinstalled on computers
Model with built-in USB ports. Š Please refer to your computer's manual for
CPU PowerPC
information regarding the location of the USB
port.
Mac OS 9.0 - 9.2: 64 MB or more of application
RAM memory Š You are recommended to use fully charged
Mac OS X (v10.1/v10.2/v10.3): 128 MB or more battery pack or AC Adapter Kit ACK700 (sold
118 9. Additional Features
 separately) to power the camera when
connecting to a computer (p. 14, p. 147).
DIGITAL Terminal
Š All procedures performed with a connection to 1. Open the terminal cover
a USB 2.0 compliant board are not with your finger nail.
guaranteed. 2. Insert the connector until it
clicks.
1 Install the driver and the software
applications bundled on the Canon
Digital Camera Solution Disk. Always grasp the
connector to remove the
z Please see the Software Starter Guide for the USB cable from the
installation procedures. camera's DIGITAL
terminal.
2 Use the supplied interface cable to
connect the computer's USB port to
the camera's DIGITAL terminal. Windows
USB port J Proceed to steps 3 and 4 below.
Macintosh
J Refer to the Software Starter Guide and
download images.

Interface cable

9. Additional Features 119

3 Select [Canon CameraWindow] in 4 Click [Set] in the [CameraWindow-
the events dialog that appears on the Set Auto-Launch] window (first time
computer and click [OK] (first time only).
only).

If the events dialog fails to appear, click the

[Start] menu, followed by [Programs] or [All
Programs], [Canon Utilities], [CameraWindow]
and [CameraWindow Set Auto-Launch].

120 9. Additional Features

 The Download Image window will display. Downloading Images by Direct Transfer
Use this method to download images using camera
operations. Install the supplied software and adjust
the computer settings before using this method for
the first time (p. 117).
Transfers and saves all images to the
All Images computer.
Transfers and saves to the computer
New Images only the images that have not been
previously transferred.
DPOF Trans. Transfers and saves to the computer
Images only the images with DPOF Transfer
Order settings (p. 133).
Transfers and saves single images to
Select & Transfer the computer as you view and select
z Using the software and computer to them.
download images: Transfers and saves single images to
JSee the Software Starter Guide. the computer as you view and select
Wallpaper them.
z Using the Camera to Download Images The transferred images display on the
(Direct Transfer Function): computer desktop.
JSee Downloading Images by Direct Transfer
(p. 121).

9. Additional Features 121

1 Confirm that the Select & Transfer/Wallpaper
Direct Transfer 2 Use S or T to select or and
menu is displayed press the button (or SET
on the camera's button).
LCD monitor.
z The button will 3 Use W or X to
Direct Transfer Menu
light blue. select images to
z Press the MENU button if the Direct Transfer download and
menu fails to appear. press the
All Images/New Images/DPOF Trans. button (or SET
Images button).
2 Use S or T to z The images will download.
select , or z The button will blink blue while
downloading is in progress.
and press the
button. 4 Press the MENU button.
z To cancel the transfer, z The Direct Transfer menu will display again.
press the SET button.
z The images will download and the Direct Only JPEG format images can be downloaded
Transfer menu will reappear. as wallpaper for the computer. After images are
transferred, they are automatically converted to
BMP format.

122 9. Additional Features

 The option selected with the button is the camera's DIGITAL terminal. (See
retained even when the camera's power is shut steps 2 on p. 119.)
off. The previous setting will be in effect the next
time the Direct Transfer menu is displayed. The 2 Follow the onscreen instructions to
image selection screen will appear directly when proceed with downloading.
the Select and Transfer or the Wallpaper option
was last selected. Downloading Directly from a CF card

Connecting the Camera to the Computer to 1 Eject the CF card from the camera
Download Images without Installing the Software
and insert it into a CF card reader
connected to the computer.
If you are using Windows XP or Mac OS X (v10.1/
v10.2/v10.3), you can use the software distributed
with these operating systems to download images
(JPEG format only) without installing the software
bundled on the Canon Digital Camera Solution Disk.
This is useful for downloading images to a computer
in which the software is not installed. However,
please note that there are certain limitations to
downloading images with this method. For more
details, please refer to the For Windows® XP and
Mac OS X Users leaflet.
1 Use the supplied interface cable to z If you are using a PC card reader or a PC card
connect the computer's USB port to slot, first insert the CF card into a PC card
adapter (sold separately) and then insert the
loaded adapter into the slot.
9. Additional Features 123
 Viewing Images on a TV Set
z Refer to your card adapter's or card reader's A video-compatible television connected via the
manual for information regarding the connection supplied AV cable AVC-DC300 can be used to
between the computer and card adapter or card view images as you shoot or play back them.
reader.
2 Double-click the icon of the drive 1 Turn off the camera (p. 21) and the TV.
with the CF card. 2 Attach the AV cable to the A/V OUT
z Depending on the operating system, a window terminal on the camera.
opens automatically.
3 Copy images from the card into a
folder of your choice on the hard
disk.
z The images are stored in the [xxx CANON]
folders located in the [DCIM] folder (where xxx
is a three-digit number from 100 to 998 3 Plug the other ends of the AV cable
(p. 160)). to the video in and audio in jacks on
the TV.

Yellow Plug
To the Video In Jack
Black Plug
To the Audio In Jack

124 9. Additional Features

4 Turn on the TV and switch it to Video
mode.
5 Power the camera into Shooting
mode or Playback mode (p. 21).
z The image will appear on the TV. Shoot or play
back images as usual.

Š No image will appear on the LCD monitor when

the camera is connected to a TV monitor.
Š The video output signal can be switched
(NTSC or PAL) to accommodate different
regional standards. The default setting will vary
between regions.
NTSC: Japan, U.S.A., Canada, Taiwan, etc.
PAL: Europe, Asia (excluding Taiwan),
Oceania, etc.
If an incorrect video system is set, the output
image will not display properly.
Š If the TV is a stereo model, you can plug the
audio plug into either the left or right Audio In
jack. Please refer to the TV's manual for details.
Š A TV set cannot be used in the (Stitch
Assist) mode.

9. Additional Features 125

About Printing
There are two ways of printing images shot with this camera.
z You can easily print images stored in the CF card by connecting the camera to a direct print compatible
printer*1 with a cable and then pressing the camera’s button.
z You can specify the images on your CF card you want to print and how many copies you want (DPOF*2
Print Settings), and then take the CF card to a participating photo lab that supports DPOF to have them
printed out later.
*1 This camera complies with the industry standard PictBridge, therefore, you can connect the camera to non-
Canon PictBridge compliant printers and print images.
*2 Digital Print Order Format

This manual explains the DPOF print settings. For information on how to print images, refer to the Direct
Print User Guide supplied with the camera.
Also, refer to your printer's manual.

126 9. Additional Features

 Print settings (DPOF Print Settings) (p. 128)
Image Transmission Settings (DPOF Transfer
Order) (p. 133)

Direct Print
Compatible Printers
Direct Print Compatible Printing
- For details, see the Direct Print user Guide.
- Also, refer to your printer's manual.
Photo Lab

„Printers that Can Be Used with this Camera

zCP Printer zBubble Jet Canon Direct Print Compatible CP Printers
Printer - See the System Map
zNon-Canon PictBridge Direct Print Compatible Bubble Jet Printers
compliant printers
- For more information, visit your nearest Canon
retailer.

9. Additional Features 127

Print Settings (DPOF Print Settings)
You can select images on a CF card for printing and Selecting Images for Printing
specify the number of print copies in advance using
the camera. This is extremely convenient for sending
the images to a photo developing service or for 3
printing on a direct print function compatible printer.
Refer to the Direct Print User Guide for instructions
1, 2, 3
on how to select print settings from the printer. 1, 2, 3
zThe mark may appear on images that 1, 4
have had print marks set by another DPOF
compliant camera. These settings will be
overwritten by any print marks set by your
1 In the [ (Play)]
camera. menu, select
zThe output of some digital printers or photo [Print Order] and
lab services may not reflect the specified print press the SET
settings. button.
zPrint settings cannot be set for movies. z See Selecting Menus
and Settings (p. 64).
2 Select [Order]
using the W or X
arrow and press
the SET button.

128 9. Additional Features

3 Select images for printing. All the Images on the
CF Card
Single Images
z Press the zoom
z When the print type Number of copies button's to switch
(p. 130) is set to to index playback (3
[Standard] or [Both], images).
select an image using
z You can set one copy
the W or X arrow. You Number of copies
of each image to print
can set the number of
by pressing the SET button, then selecting
copies (up to 99) to be
[Mark all] using the S or T arrow, and pressing
printed using the S or
the SET button again.
T arrow.
z When the print type is set to [Standard] or
z When the print type
[Both], the setting for the number of print copies
(p. 130) is set to
can be changed for each image. When [Index]
[Index], select an
is selected, the print settings can be deleted.
image using the W or
For the instructions on changing settings,
X arrow and mark or
please reread Step 3 from the beginning.
remove marks from
images using the S or z You can cancel all the settings by selecting
T arrow. A check mark appears on the marked [Clear all].
image. z You can select images using the W or X arrow
z You can use the same procedures to select and change the settings using the S or T
images in index playback (3 images).Press the arrow after [Mark all] or [Clear all] has been
zoom button's to switch between single selected.
image playback and index playback.

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4 Press the MENU button. Setting the Print Style
The selection mode will turn off and the Print The following print settings can be selected.
Order menu will reappear.
Š Images are printed in order from oldest to Standard Prints one image per page
newest by the shooting date. Prints the selected images together at
Print Type Index a reduced size in an index format
Š A maximum of 998 images can be marked per
CF card. Prints the images in both the standard
Both
Š When [Print Type] is set to [Both], the number and index formats
of copies can be set. When it is set to [Index], Date Adds the date to the print
the number of copies cannot be set (only one
File No. Adds the file number to the print
copy will be printed).
Š Print settings can also be assigned to images
with the supplied software programs
(ZoomBrowser EX or ImageBrowser) on a
computer.

130 9. Additional Features

 3 Select [Print
Type], [Date] or
[File No.] using
1, 2, 3 the S or T arrow
and select
1, 2 settings using the
1, 4 W or X arrow.
Print Type
z Select [Standard], [Index] or [Both].
1 In the [ (Play)]
Date
menu, select z Select [On] or [Off].
[Print Order] and
File No.
press the SET z Select [On] or [Off].
button.
z See Selecting Menus 4 Press the MENU button.
and Settings (p. 64). The set up menu will close and the Print Order
menu will reappear.
2 Select [Set up]
using the W or X
arrow and press
the SET button.

9. Additional Features 131

 zWhen [Print Type] is set to [Index], the [Date] Resetting the Print Settings
and [File No.] cannot be set to [On] at the The print settings can all be removed at once. The
same time. print type is reset to [Standard] and the date and file
zWhen connected to a CP printer, both [Date] number options are set to [Off].
and [File No.] can be set to [On] if [Print Type]
is set to [Both] or [Standard], however, only
the date is printed for the standard print and
only the file number is printed for the index
1, 2
print. 1, 2, 3
The date prints as the date and time in the 1
format specified in the Set Date/Time menu
(p. 24).
1 In the [ (Play)]
menu, select
[Print Order] and
press the SET
button.
z See Selecting Menus
and Settings (p. 64).

132 9. Additional Features

 Image Transmission Settings (DPOF Transfer Order)
2 Select [Reset] You can use the camera to specify settings for
using the W or X images before downloading to a computer.
arrow and press Refer to the Software Starter Guide for
the SET button. instructions on how to transfer images to your
computer. You cannot use this function to
transfer several images at once on Mac OS X
computers.
3 Select [OK] using The settings used on the camera comply with
the W or X arrow the Digital Print Order Format (DPOF)
and press the SET standards.
button.
The mark may appear on images that have
had transfer marks set by another DPOF
compliant camera. These settings will be
overwritten by any transfer marks set by your
camera.

9. Additional Features 133

Selecting Images for Transferring z To cancel the image transfer settings, select
[Reset] instead.

3 3 Select images for transferring.

1, 2, 3 Single Images
z Select an images
1, 2, 3 using the W or X
arrow and mark or
1, 4 remove marks from
images using the S or
1 In the [ (Play)] T arrow. A check
mark (3) appears on the marked image.
menu, select
z You can use the same procedures to select
[Transfer Order] images in index playback (3 images).Press the
and press the SET zoom button's to switch between single
button. image playback to index playback.
z See Selecting Menus All the Images on a CF
and Settings (p. 64). Card
2 Select [Order] z Press the zoom
button's to switch
using the W or X to index playback (3
arrow and press images).
the SET button. z Press the SET button
and select [Mark all] using the S or T arrow,

134 9. Additional Features

 then press the SET button again to select all the
images.
z If you select [Clear all] instead or [Mark all], you
cam remove marks from all the images.
z You can select images using the W or X arrow
and change the settings using the S or T
arrow after [Mark all] or [Clear all] has been
selected.
4 Press the MENU button.
The selection mode will turn off and the Transfer
Order menu will reappear.

Š Images are transferred in order from oldest to

newest by the shooting date.
Š A maximum of 998 images can be marked per
CF card.

9. Additional Features 135

Appendix List of Messages
The following messages may appear on the LCD monitor.
z For messages which may appear when a printer is connected, refer to the Direct Print User Guide.
Busy... Image is being recorded to, or read from, CF card.
Resetting all the camera and menu settings to default
No memory card You turned on the power without a CF card installed.
Cannot record! You attempted to shoot an image without a CF card installed.
Memory card error! CF card has experienced an anomaly.
Memory card full CF card is too full to accommodate more images or print settings.
Naming error! The file could not be created because there is a file with the same name as the directory that the camera is
attempting to create, or the highest possible file number has already been reached. In the Set up menu,
please set [File No. Reset] to [On]. After you save all the images you wish to retain onto a computer,
format the CF card (p. 19). Please note that formatting will erase all the existing images and other data.
Change the battery pack. Battery charge is insufficient to operate the camera. Replace it immediately with a charged battery pack or
recharge it.
No image No images recorded on CF card.
Image too large You attempted to play back an image larger than 4064 x 3048 pixels.
Incompatible JPEG format You attempted to play back an incompatible JPEG file.
Corrupted data You attempted to play back an image with corrupted data.
RAW You attempted to play back a RAW image in an incompatible format.
Cannot magnify! You attempted to magnify a movie or an image that was photographed with another camera, recorded in a
different format, or edited on a computer.

136 Appendix
Cannot rotate You attempted to rotate a movie or an image that was photographed with another camera, recorded in a
different format, or edited on a computer.
Unidentified Image You attempted to play back an image that was recorded in a special format (proprietary format used by the
camera of another manufacturer, etc.) or a movie clip recorded by another camera.
Incompatible WAVE format Cannot attach sound memos to the image because the image has some sound file recorded in an
inappropriate format.
Protected! You attempted to erase a protected image or movie.
Too many marks Too many images have been marked with print settings, transfer settings or slide show settings. Cannot
process any more.
Unselectable image You attempted to set the print settings for a non-JPEG file.
Cannot complete! Couldn’t save the print, transfer or slide show settings.
Cannot register this image! You attempted to register an image or movie recorded with another camera or shot in the RAW format as a
start-up image.
Cannot change! You attempted to change to the RAW format an image that was shot with the digital zoom or that was
already recorded in the RAW format.

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Troubleshooting
Problem Cause Solution
Camera will not operate Power is not turned on. Turn on the camera.
 See Turning the Power On/Off (p. 21)
CF card slot / battery cover opened. Confirm that the CF card slot cover and battery cover are
securely closed.
Insufficient battery voltage. zFully charge the battery, then put it in the camera.
zUse the Compact Power Adapter.
Poor contact between camera and battery Wipe the terminals with a clean, dry cloth.
terminals.
Camera will not record Camera is in Playback or computer/printer zSwitch to Shooting mode.
connection mode. zSee Switching Between Shooting and Playback (p. 22).
zDuring a computer or printer connection, disconnect the
interface cable before switching the camera to Shooting mode.
Flash is charging (Blinking on LCD monitor). Wait until stops blinking and lights steadily, signaling that the
flash is charged, then press the shutter button.
CF card full. zInsert a new CF card.
zIf required, download the images to a computer and erase
them from the CF card to make space.
CF card not formatted correctly. zFormat CF card.
 See Formatting a CF Card (p. 19).
zIf reformatting doesn't work, the CF card logic circuits may be
damaged. Contact the nearest Canon Customer Support Help
Desk.

138 Appendix
 Problem Cause Solution
Cannot play back You attempted to play back images shot with Computer images that cannot be played back will play back if they
another camera or images edited on a computer. are added to the camera using the bundled software program
ZoomBrowser EX or ImageBrowser. See the ZoomBrowser EX/
ImageBrowser Software User Guide (PDF).
File name was changed with a computer or file Set the file name or location to the file format/structure of the
location was changed. camera.
 See About File and Folder Numbers (p. 160)
Lens will not retract CF card slot / battery cover opened with camera Close the CF card slot / battery cover, then turn off the camera.
on.
CF card slot cover or battery cover opened while Close the CF card slot / battery cover, then turn off the camera.
camera was recording to CF card (warning signal).
Switched to Playback mode from Shooting The lens does not retract in this case. To make the lens retract,
mode. close the lens cover.
Battery pack consumed Battery terminals are dirty. Wipe them well with a dry cloth before use.
quickly Battery pack capacity reduced because of Replace the battery pack with a new one.
disuse for one year or more after being fully
charged.
The Battery have lost their effectiveness. Replace the battery pack with a new one.
Battery pack does not Poor electrical contact. Insert the charger plug firmly into the power outlet.
charge Battery terminals are dirty. Wipe them well with a dry cloth before charging.
Battery life exceeded. Replace the battery pack with a new one.

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 Problem Cause Solution
Image is blurred or out Camera moved. zBe careful not to move the camera when pressing the shutter
of focus button.
zUse a tripod at slow shutter speeds when the camera shake
warning appears.
Autofocus function hampered by obstruction to Be careful not to block the AF auxiliary light emitter with your
AF auxiliary light emitter. finger or other items.
AF-assist Beam is set to off. Set the AF-assist Beam to [On].
 See Rec. Menu (p. 67)
Subject out of focal range. zEnsure that there is at least 44 cm (1.4 ft.) between the
camera lens and subject.
zUse the (Macro) mode to shoot close-ups between 4 and
44 cm (1.6 in. and 1.4 ft.) at maximum wide angle and 30 and
44 cm (1.0 ft. and 1.4 ft.) at maximum telephoto.
Subject is hard to focus on. Use the focus lock or the manual focus to shoot the image.
 See Shooting Problem Subjects for the Autofocus (p. 96).
Subject in recorded Insufficient light for shooting. Set the flash to on.
image is too dark Subject dark in comparison to the background. zSet the exposure compensation to a positive (+) setting.
zUse the AE lock or spot metering function.
 See Locking the Exposure Setting (AE Lock) (p. 89)
and Switching between Light Metering Modes (p. 78).
Subject in recorded Subject too far for flash to reach. zTo use the flash, shoot within the following ranges:
image is too dark ISO 100 equivalent: 55 cm to 4.2 m (1.8 ft. to 14 ft.) from the
subject at the maximum wide angle and within 55 cm to 2.0 m
(1.8 ft. to 6.6 ft.) at the maximum telephoto setting.
zRaise the ISO sensitivity and then shoot.
 See Changing the ISO Speed (p. 84).

140 Appendix
 Problem Cause Solution
Subject recorded in Subject too close causing flash to be too bright. Adjust the flash output with the flash exposure compensation
image is too bright function (p. 92).
Subject bright in comparison to the background. zSet the exposure compensation to a negative (-) setting.
zUse the AE lock or spot metering function.
 See Locking the Exposure Setting (AE Lock)(p. 89)
and Switching between Light Metering Modes (p. 78).
Light shining directly on subject or reflected off Change the shooting angle.
subject into camera.
Flash set to On. Set the flash to Off.
A vertical bar of light Subject too bright This is a normal occurrence in devices containing CCDs and
(red, purple) appears on does not constitute a malfunction. (This red bar of light will not
the LCD monitor/in the be recorded when shooting still photos, but it will be recorded
viewfinder when shooting movies.)
White dots or white Light from the flash has reflected off dust This is a phenomenon that occurs with digital cameras and does
asterisks appear on the particles or insects in the air. This occurs more not constitute a malfunction.
image frequently in the following conditions:
zWhen shooting at the wide angle end.
zWhen shooting with a high aperture value in
the aperture-priority AE mode.
Flash will not fire Flash set to Off. Set the flash to On.
Image not showing on Incorrect video system setting. Set the video system to the appropriate setting, NTSC or PAL,
TV for your TV (p. 69).
Shooting mode set to (Stitch Assist). The output will not appear on a TV monitor in (Stitch
Assist) mode. Shoot in a different mode.
Zoom does not operate. Zoom button was moved while shooting in movie Operate the zoom before shooting in movie mode.
mode.

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 Problem Cause Solution
CF card image reading Currently used CF card has been formatted in a Use a CF card formatted with this camera.
is slow different device.  See Formatting a CF Card (p. 19).
Recording images on
the CF card takes too
long

142 Appendix
Using the Wireless Controller (Sold Separately)
Installing the Battery Removing the Battery
Install the date battery (CR2025) into the Wireless To remove the date battery, pull
Controller WL-DC100 (sold separately) before use. it in the direction of the arrow.

Warning
Be particularly careful to keep the date Battery out of the If you ever dispose of your camera, first
reach of children. Seek medical assistance immediately if remove the date battery for recycling
a child swallows a battery since corrosive battery fluids
could damage the stomach or intestinal wall. according to the recycling system of your Bij dit produkt zijn batterijen
geleverd. Wanneer deze leeg

country. zijn, moet u ze niet weggoolen

maar inleveren als KCA

1 Place your fingertip

on a and press it in Shooting/Playback
the direction of the The wireless controller can be used to shoot or play
arrow while placing back. The wireless controller can be operated from
another fingertip on an approximate distance of up to 5 m (16.4 ft.) from
b and removing the the front remote sensor.
battery holder. Remote Sensor
2 Place the date bat- Negative
tery in the battery terminal
holder with the neg- (-)
ative terminal (-) fac-
ing up. Then replace
Transmitter
the battery holder
into the wireless controller.
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 Shooting Playback
Press the FUNC. button on the camera. Using the S zDisplay the zDisplay the next
or T arrows, select * (drive mode). Using the W previous image
or X arrows, select (remote control). Press the image zIn magnified mode,
FUNC. button, then shoot the image. these buttons move
* The current setting is displayed. zPlay back the magnified area
movies around the image.
zIn index playback,
these buttons move
the image selection.

zPress the shutter button. The zEach press of this

camera will shoot the image after button cycles the
the time set in [Wireless Delay] in information view mode.
the Rec. menu has elapsed (0 zThe display cycles between
seconds, 2 seconds or 10 z Display images in sets
of nine (index playback) magnifications of
seconds). approximately 2.5, 5 and 10.
zEach press of this button switches
the information view mode
between No Information and
Information View. The operable range of the wireless controller
will shorten under the following circumstances.
The zoom cannot be operated. - When strong light strikes the camera.
- When the battery is weak.

The movie editing and printing functions are not

available.

144 Appendix
Using Conversion Lenses (Sold Separately)
The camera supports use of the separately sold Tele- This 37 mm-threaded diameter
converter TC-DC10. In order to attach any of these Tele-converter magnifying conversion lens is for taking
lenses, you also need to use the separately sold TC-DC10 telephoto shots. The lens changes the
Conversion Lens Adapter LA-DC10. focal length of the camera body's lens
by a factor of 2.

Warning Filters cannot be attached to the tele-converter

z When attaching the tele-converter, be sure to lens.
screw it on securely. If they come loose, they may
fall from the lens adapter, posing risk of injury Attaching a Lens
from shattered glass.
z Never look into the sun or into strong light
1 Open the lens cover to power up the
through the tele-converter as this can result in
camera.
blindness or impairment of vision. 2 Align the conversion lens adapter
with the front of the camera, then
attach the conversion lens adapter to
zIf you use the built-in flash when shooting with
the tele-converter, the outer area of the
the tripod screw hole.
recorded image will come out relatively dark. a
zWhen using the tele-converter, please set the
focal length to the telephoto end. At other
zoom settings, the image will appear as if its
corners have been cut off.

b c

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3 Move in the direction of the arrow zWhen attached to the camera, do not carry
and insert it into the viewfinder until the camera by the conversion lens adapter or
it clicks into place. the teleconverter. The camera could detach,
fall and break.
zTo protect the conversion lens, hold the
conversion lens adapter with one hand and
screw the conversion lens onto the adapter
with the other hand.
zYou should not shoot images in (Stitch
Assist) mode when using these attachments.
Although it is possible to select this mode on
the camera, the PhotoStitch software will not
4 Turn the teleconverter in the be able to stitch the images together at the
direction of the arrow to attach it. computer.
zCompletely remove all dust and dirt from
conversion lenses with a lens blower brush
before use. The camera may focus on any dirt
that remains.
zBe careful when handling the lenses so as not
to get fingerprints on them.

146 Appendix
 Using the Power Kits (Sold Separately)
To turn off the power for a short time such as AC Adapter Kit
between shooting sessions, leave the You are advised to use AC Adapter Kit
conversion lens attached and lightly press the ACK700* (optional) for long periods of use and
lens cover. If you will not be using the camera for when connecting to a computer or printer.
a long time, remove the conversion lens and * Consists of Compact Power Adapter CA-PS700,
close the lens cover.
DC Coupler DR-700 and a power cord.
1 Attach the power cord to the
compact power adapter (a) and plug
it into a power outlet (b).
Compact Power
Adapter CA-PS700 Connect to Power
Supply

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2 Connect the DC plug of the compact 4 Press and hold the DC Coupler cable
power adapter cable to the DC cover using the cable, then close the
Coupler DR-700 terminal. CF card slot/battery cover.

DC Coupler
DC Coupler Cable Cover
DR-700

3 Open the CF card slot/battery cover, z Always disconnect the power cord from the
then insert the DC Coupler until it is power supply after use.
locked.
zAlways turn the camera’s power off before
connecting or disconnecting the compact
power adapter (p. 21).
zUse of any adapter other that AC Adapter Kit
ACK700 may cause malfunction of the
camera or AC adapter kit.
Battery lock

148 Appendix
Using a Car Battery Charger (Sold Separately)
Car Battery Charger CBC-NB2 (sold z Align the arrow on the battery pack and the
separately) can be used to charge battery arrow on the battery charger to correctly insert
packs from an automobile's cigarette lighter the battery pack in the charger.
socket. z The charge indicator will light red while the
battery pack is charging. It will change to green
Always ensure that the automobile’s engine is when the charge is complete.
running when you use the car battery charger. z After charging, unplug the car battery cable
Use of it with the engine off may flatten the from the cigarette lighter socket and remove the
battery in some automobiles. Always unplug battery pack.
the car battery charger before turning off the
engine. zThe battery will stop charging whenever you
turn the engine off, so be sure to unplug the
1 With the engine car battery cable from the cigarette lighter
running, plug the car socket.
battery cable into the zWait until the engine is running again to plug
cigarette lighter the car battery cable into the cigarette lighter
socket.
socket and the To the cigarette zThe car battery charger can only be used in a
battery charger. lighter socket
negative ground car. It cannot be used in a
positive ground car.
2 Insert the battery
pack all the way into
the battery charger
as shown.

Charge Indicator
Appendix 149
Camera Care and Maintenance
Use the following procedures to clean the camera
body, lens, viewfinder, LCD monitor and other parts.
Camera body : Wipe the body clean with a soft cloth or
eyeglass lens wiper.
Lens : First use a lens blower brush to remove dust
and dirt, then remove any remaining dirt by
wiping the lens lightly with a soft cloth.
zNever use synthetic cleansers on the
camera body or lens. If dirt remains,
contact the nearest Canon Customer
Support Help Desk as listed on the
separate Canon Customer Support leaflet.
Viewfinder : Use a lens blower brush to remove dust and
LCD Monitor dirt. If necessary, gently wipe the viewfinder
and LCD monitor with a soft cloth or an
eyeglass lens wiper to remove stubborn dirt.
zNever rub or press forcefully on the LCD
monitor or viewfinder. These actions may
damage them or lead to other problems.

Never use thinners, benzene, synthetic

cleansers or water to clean the camera. These
substances may distort or damage the
equipment.

150 Appendix
Specifications
All data is based on Canon's testing standard. Subject to change without notice.

PowerShot S60
Camera Effective Pixels Approx. 5 million
Image Sensor 1/1.8-inch CCD (Total number of pixels: Approx. 5.3 million)
Lens 5.8 (W) – 20.7 (T) mm (35mm film equivalent: 28 - 100 mm)
f/2.8 (W) – f/5.3 (T)
Digital Zoom Approx. 4.1x (Up to approx. 15x in combination with the optical zoom)
Optical Viewfinder Real-image zoom viewfinder
Picture coverage approx. 80%
LCD Monitor 1.8-inch, low-temperature polycrystalline silicon TFT color LCD, approx. 118,000 pixels (Picture
coverage 100%)
AF System TTL autofocus
Focus lock and Manual focus are available
9-point (AiAF)/1-point (AF)
1-point AF: Any position is available
Shooting Distance Normal AF: 44 cm (1.4 ft.) – infinity (W/T)
(from the front of the lens) Manual focus: 4 cm (1.6 in.) – infinity (W)/30 cm (1.0 ft.) – infinity (T)
Shutter Mechanical shutter + electronic shutter
Shutter Speeds 15 – 1/2000 sec.
1.3 sec. or slower shutter speeds are available in Shutter-priority mode or Manual mode.
Slow shutter speeds of 1.3 sec. or slower operate with noise reduction.
Light Metering System Evaluative, Center-weighted average or Spot (Center or AF-point)
Exposure Control System Program AE, Shutter-priority AE, Aperture-priority AE or Manual exposure control
AE lock and Safety Shift are available.

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Exposure Compensation ± 2.0 stops in 1/3-stop increments
Auto exposure bracketing (AEB) is available.
Sensitivity Auto, ISO 50/100/200/400 equivalent
White Balance TTL auto, pre-set (available settings: Daylight, Cloudy, Tungsten, Fluorescent, Fluorescent H,
Flash or Underwater) or custom
Built-in Flash Auto*, on*, off
* Red-eye reduction is available.
Flash Range 55 cm to 4.2 m (1.8 ft. to 14 ft.) (W), 55 cm to 2.0 m (1.8 ft. to 6.6 ft.) (T)
(When sensitivity is set to ISO 100 equivalent.)
Flash Exposure Compensation ± 2.0 stops in 1/3-stop increments, FE lock, Slow synchro and 1st-curtain/2nd-curtain flash are
available.
Shooting Modes Auto
Creative zone: Program, Shutter-speed priority, Aperture priority, Manual, Custom
Image zone: Portrait, Landscape, Night scene, Fast shutter, Slow shutter, Stitch assist and Movie
Continuous Shooting High-Speed continuous shooting: Approx. 2.0 shots/sec.
Standard continuous shooting: Approx. 1.5 shots/sec.
(Large/Fine mode with LCD monitor off)
Interval Shooting Shooting interval: approx. 1 – 60 min. (1-min. increments)
Number of shots: 2 – 100 shots (Maximum number of shots varies according to CF card capacity.)
Self-timer Activates shutter after an approx. 10-sec./approx. 2-sec. delay
Wireless Control Shooting and playback are available (wireless controller is sold separately).
When shooting, image is captured instantly/approx. 2-sec./approx. 10-sec. after shutter button is
pressed.
PC-controlled Shooting Available (USB connection only. Exclusive software program is included in the camera kit.)
Recording Media CompactFlash™ (CF) card (Type I and Type II)
File Format Design rule for camera file system and DPOF compliant

152 Appendix
Image Recording Format
Still images: JPEG (Exif 2.2)*1/RAW
Movies: AVI (Image data: Motion JPEG; Audio data: WAVE (monaural))
Compression Super fine, Fine, Normal
Number of Recording Pixels
Still images: Large: 2592 x 1944 pixels
Medium 1: 2048 x 1536 pixels
Medium 2: 1600 x 1200 pixels
Small: 640 x 480 pixels
Movies: 640 x 480 pixels (30 sec.)*
320 x 240 pixels (3 min.)*
160 x 120 pixels (3 min.)*
* The data in parentheses refer to the maximum movie length per shooting.
Playback Modes Single (histogram displayable), Index (9 thumbnail images), Magnified (approx. 10x (max.) in LCD
monitor), Sound memos (recording/playback up to 60 sec.) or Slide show
Direct Print Canon Direct Print and Bubble Jet Direct compatible, and PictBridge compliant
Display Languages 12 languages available for menus and messages (English, German, French, Dutch, Danish,
Finnish, Italian, Norwegian, Swedish, Spanish, Chinese and Japanese)
My Camera Settings The start-up image, start-up sound, shutter sound, operation sound and self-timer sound can be
customized using the following methods:
1. Using the images and sounds recorded on a camera.
2. Using downloaded data from your computer using the supplied software.
Interface USB (mini-B, PTP [Picture Transfer Protocol])
Audio/Video output (NTSC or PAL selectable, monaural audio)
Power Source 1. Rechargeable Lithium-ion battery (type: NB-2LH) (included in the camera kit)
2. AC Adapter Kit ACK 700 (sold separately)
3. Car Battery Charger Kit CBC-NB2 (sold separately)
Operating Temperature 0 – 40 °C (32 – 104 °F)
Operating Humidity 10 – 90 %
Appendix 153
Dimensions 114.0 x 56.5 x 38.8 mm (4.5 x 2.2 x 1.5 in.) (excluding protrusions)
Weight Approx. 230 g (8.1 oz.) (camera body only)
(W): Wide angle end
(T): Telephoto
*1 This
digital camera supports Exif 2.2 (also called "Exif Print"). Exif Print is a standard for enhancing the
communication between digital cameras and printers. By connecting to an Exif Print-compliant printer, the
camera's image data at the time of shooting is used and optimized, yielding extremely high quality prints.

154 Appendix
Battery Performance (Battery Pack NB-2LH at full charge)
Number of Images Shot
Playback Time
LCD Monitor on LCD Monitor off
PowerShot S60 Approx. 240 Approx. 550 Approx. 3 hours 30 min.
* The data above reflects standard Canon testing conditions. The actual figures will vary according to the
shooting conditions and settings.
* Movie data is excluded.
* At low temperatures, the battery pack performance may diminish and the low battery icon appear very
rapidly.
In these circumstances, the performance can be improved by warming the battery pack in a pocket before
use.

Test Conditions
Shooting: Normal temperature (23 °C/73 °F), alternating wide angle and telephoto end shots at 20-second
intervals with flash fired once every four shots and camera power turned off and on every eighth
shot. CF card used. LCD monitor brightness set to factory default.
Playback: Normal temperature (23 °C/73 °F), continuous playback at one image per 3 seconds. CF card
used. LCD monitor brightness set to factory default.

See Battery Pack Handling Precautions (p. 17).

Appendix 155
CF Cards and Estimated Capacities (Recordable Images)
With card included with the camera
FC-32MH FC-64M FC-128M FC-256MH FC-512MSH
11 24 49 99 198
L (Large) 2592 x 1944 pixels 21 43 88 177 354
43 88 176 355 709
18 38 76 154 308
M1 (Medium 1) 2048 x 1536 pixels 33 68 137 276 552
67 136 274 548 1095
30 61 122 246 491
M2 (Medium 2) 1600 x 1200 pixels 54 109 219 440 879
108 217 435 868 1734
120 241 482 962 1891
S (Small) 640 x 480 pixels 196 393 788 1563 3122
337 676 1355 2720 5203
RAW 2592 x 1944 pixels 5 12 25 51 102
640 x 480 pixels 46 sec. 92 sec. 186 sec. 374 sec. 742 sec.
Movie* 320 x 240 pixels 91 sec. 183 sec. 368 sec. 735 sec. 1451 sec.
160 x 120 pixels 242 sec. 486 sec. 973 sec. 1954 sec. 3902 sec.
zThese figures reflect standard shooting conditions established by Canon. Actual totals may vary according to the subject,
shooting conditions and shooting mode.
zThe following are the maximum length of individual movie clips:
: 30 seconds, : 3 minutes, : 3 minutes. The maximums in the chart reflect continuous shooting.
zL (Large), M1 (Medium 1), M2 (Medium 2), S (Small) and , , indicate the resolution.
z (Superfine), (Fine) and (Normal) indicate the relative compression ratio.
zSome CF cards are not sold in some regions.
156 Appendix
Image File Sizes (Estimated) Battery Pack NB-2LH
Compression Type : Rechargeable lithium ion battery
Resolution Nominal voltage : DC 7.4 V
L 2592 x 1944 pixels 2503 KB 1395 KB 695 KB Nominal amperage : 720 mAh
M1 2048 x 1536 pixels 1602 KB 893 KB 445 KB Charge cycles : Approx. 300
M2 1600 x 1200 pixels 1002 KB 558 KB 278 KB Operating : 0 – 40 °C (32 – 104 °F)
temperatures
S 640 x 480 pixels 249 KB 150 KB 84 KB
Dimensions : 33.3 x 45.2 x 16.2 mm (1.3 x 1.8 x 0.6 in.)
RAW 2592 x 1944 pixels 4725 KB
Weight : Approx. 43 g (1.5 oz.)
640 x 480 pixels 660 KB/sec.
Movie 320 x 240 pixels 330 KB/sec. Battery Charger CB-2LT / CB-2LTE
160 x 120 pixels 120 KB/sec. : AC 100 – 240 V (50/60 Hz)
Input voltage
0.17 A (100V) – 0.10 A (240V)
Wireless Controller WL-DC100 (Sold Separately) Rated output : 8.4 V DC, 0.5 A
Charging time : Approx. 90 minutes
Power supply : Date battery CR2025
Operating : 0 – 40 °C (32 – 104 °F)
Operating temperatures
temperatures : 0 – 40 °C (32 – 104 °F)
Dimensions : 91 x 29.5 x 56 mm (3.6 x 1.2 x 2.2 in.)
Dimensions : 35 x 6.5 x 56.6 mm (1.4 x 0.3 x 2.2 in.)
: CB-2LT: Approx. 86 g (3.0 oz.)
Weight : Approx. 10 g (0.4 oz.) Weight : CB-2LTE: Approx. 82 g (2.9 oz.)

CompactFlash™ Card
Card slot type : Type I
Dimensions : 36.4 x 42.8 x 3.3 mm (1.4 x 1.7 x 0.1 in.)
Weight : Approx. 10 g (0.4 oz.)

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Compact Power Adapter CA-PS700 Tele-converter TC-DC10 (Sold Separately)
(Included with the AC Adapter Kit ACK700)
Magnification : Approx. 2.0
Input voltage : AC 100 – 240 V (50/60 Hz) Focal range : 200 mm (35mm film equivalent)
0.32 A
Lens composition : 4 elements in 3 groups
Rated output : DC 7.4 V/2.0 A
Shooting distance
Operating (from the front of the lens) : 1.2 m – infinity (3.9 ft. – infinity)
Temperatures : 0 – 40 °C (32 – 104 °F)
: 37 mm standard filter thread
Dimensions : 112 x 29 x 45 mm (4.4 x 1.1 x 1.8 in.) (body only) Thread diameter Conversion Lens Adapter LA-DC10 is required
Weight : Approx. 186 g (6.6 oz.) to attach this lens to the PowerShot S60
Dimensions : Diameter: 63.5 mm (2.5 in.)
Car Battery Charger CBC-NB2 (sold separately) : Length: 54.5 mm (2.1 in.)
Weight : Approx. 145 g (5.1 oz.)
Rated Input : DC 12 V / 24 V
Rated Output : DC 8.4 V / 0.55 A Conversion Lens Adapter LA-DC10
Operating : 0 – 40 °C (32 – 104 °F) Thread Diameter : 37 mm standard filter thread
temperatures
: Attached: 61.7 x 69.6 x 74.8 mm (2.4 x 2.7 x
Dimensions : 91 x 56 x 29.5 mm (3.6 x 2.2 x 1.2 in.) 2.9 in.)
Dimensions
Weight : Approx. 145 g (5.1 oz.) : Stored: 61.7 x 76.3 x 41.8 mm (2.4 x 3.0 x 1.6
in.)
Weight : Approx. 30 g (1.1 oz.)

158 Appendix
Photo Tips and Information
Regarding the AF Frame (p. 76) RAW format (p. 57)
AiAF* has a wide range of measuring for accurate With the standard JPEG file format, the camera
focusing. AiAF focuses on the object even if it is not processes images after capturing them to produce
exactly in the center of the frame. optimal results. The JPEG format compresses
* "Ai" stands for "Artificial intelligence" and "AF" images so that more can be stored on a single CF
stands for "Auto Focus." card. However, the compression is irreversible,
meaning that the original image data cannot be
ISO Speed (p. 84) recovered after processing. In contrast, the RAW
The ISO speed is the numeric representation of the format records the image data as captured by the
camera's sensitivity to light. The higher the ISO speed, camera's CCD without further processing. RAW
the higher the sensitivity. A high ISO speed allows you images are compressed, but the compression is
to shoot images in dark indoor or outdoor conditions reversible** so that a high-quality image can be
without a flash and also helps prevent blurred images obtained from the decompressed file without any loss
due to camera shake. This is convenient when of image quality. In addition, although a RAW file is
shooting images in places where flash photography is larger than an equivalent JPEG file, it is still only
prohibited. The ISO speed setting makes full use of approximately one-quarter the size* of an
the available light, resulting in images that convey the uncompressed RGB TIFF format file, making it
feel of the place they were shot. relatively compact.
With standard uncompressed file formats, such as
RGB TIFF, images are processed in the camera and
require further processing by retouching software to
adjust the image parameters, which reduces image
quality. With the RAW format, however, the original
data can be used in special software** to adjust the
image parameters (white balance, contrast,
ISO 50 equivalent ISO 400 equivalent. sharpness and saturation) making it possible to

Appendix 159
maintain the image quality while making changes. image is too bright (p. 80).
* As measured by Canon’s testing standard.
** The bundled software can be used to open or adjust
the parameters of images recorded in the RAW file
format. Please consult the Software Starter Guide for
details. Dark Image Balanced Bright Image
Image
Tip for Using the Self-timer (p. 53)
Managing Image Files (p. 112)
Normally, the camera shakes a little when you press
the shutter button. About File and Folder Numbers
Setting the self-timer to delays the shutter release Images are assigned file numbers from 0001 to
for two seconds and allows the camera to stop 9900, and folders are assigned folder numbers from
shaking, thus preventing a blurred image. 100 to 998 (Folder numbers cannot contain 99 in the
Even better results can be obtained by placing the last two digits).
camera on a stable surface or by using a tripod to
shoot.
DCIM
100 CANON 0001 0002 0099 0100
Histogram Function (p. 27)
The histogram is a graph that allows you to judge the 101 CANON 0101 0102 0199 0200
brightness of the shot image. The greater the bias
toward the left in the graph, the darker the image.
The greater the bias toward the right, the brighter the 9801 9802 9899 9900
198 CANON
image. If the image is too dark, adjust the exposure
Folder numbers cannot contain 99 in the last two digits.
compensation to a positive value. Similarly, adjust
the exposure compensation to a negative value if the
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Folder File Capacity the image to be underexposed. Adjust the exposure
Each folder usually contains up to 100 images. compensation towards the + end.
However, since images shot in Continuous mode and Optimal Exposure
Stitch Assist mode are always saved into the same
folder, a folder may contain more than 100 images.
The number of images may also exceed 100 if a
folder contains images copied from a computer or
images shot with other cameras.
Please note, however, that the images in folders Overexposure
containing 2001 or more images cannot be played The whole recorded image is
back in this camera. bright, which makes black
elements of the image appear
How to Adjust the Exposure (p. 80) gray. Shooting dark subjects or
This camera automatically adjusts the exposure to in dark places may cause the
shoot images with the optimal brightness. However, image to be overexposed. Adjust the exposure
recorded images may sometimes be brighter or compensation towards the - end.
darker than the actual image depending on the
shooting conditions. If this happens, adjust the
exposure compensation manually (p. 80).
Underexposure
The whole recorded image is
dark, which makes white
elements of the image appear
gray. Shooting bright subjects or
in backlit conditions may cause

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 Index
Numerics Handling ......................................................... 18
1st-curtain ............................................................. 93 Color Effect ( ) .................................................. 85
2nd-curtain ............................................................ 93 Compression ......................................................... 35
A Continuous Shooting ( ) .................................... 56
Adjusting the Exposure ......................................... 80 Contrast color ....................................................... 85
AE Lock ................................................................. 89 Creative Zone ....................................................... 72
AEB Mode ............................................................. 86 D
AF-assist Beam ..................................................... 32 Date/Time ....................................................... 24, 69
AF Frame ( ) ............................................... 27, 76 Detailed Display .................................................... 27
AF Lock Mode ....................................................... 97 Digital Zoom .................................................... 54, 67
Aperture value ....................................................... 72 DISPLAY ......................................................... 12, 27
Auto ( ) .......................................................... 30 Display Off .................................................... 69, 109
Auto Power Down ......................................... 69, 109 Distance Units ....................................................... 69
Auto Rotate Function .................................... 69, 111 DPOF
Automated Playback (Slide Show) ...................... 104 Print Order .............................................. 68, 128
B Transfer Order ........................................ 68, 133
B/W ....................................................................... 85 Drive Mode ........................................................... 56
Battery E
Charge Battery ................................................ 14 Erase all ................................................................ 68
Handling .......................................................... 17 Erasing
Status .............................................................. 18 Erasing All Images ......................................... 47
C Erasing Images Individually ............................ 46
CF Card F
Formatting ....................................................... 19 Fast Shutter ( ) ................................................. 48

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FE Lock .................................................................90 J
File No. Reset ........................................................69 JUMP ...............................................................12, 45
File Numbers .......................................................112 L
Flash ..........................................................10, 38, 66 Landscape ( ) ................................................... 48
Adjustment Settings ........................................91 Language ........................................................26, 69
Sync ................................................................66 LCD Brightness ..................................................... 69
Timing at which the Flash Fires ......................93 LCD Monitor ....................................................12, 27
Focus ...............................................................31, 96 Light Metering Modes ( ) ............................66, 78
Focus Lock ............................................................96 M
Focus-BKT Mode ...................................................87 Magnifying Images ( ) ........................................ 43
Format ...........................................................69, 116 Manual Exposure ( ) .......................................... 75
Formatting .............................................................19 Manual Focus Mode .............................................. 98
Frame rate .............................................................58 Menu ...............................................................12, 64
FUNC. ....................................................................63 My Camera Menu ........................................... 70
Function .................................................................12 Play Menu ....................................................... 67
H Rec. Menu ....................................................... 66
Histogram Function .......................................27, 160 Selecting Menus and Settings ........................ 63
I Set up Menu .................................................... 68
Image Zone ...........................................................48 MF ......................................................................... 12
Index Playback ......................................................44 MF-Point Zoom ...................................................... 67
Indicator .................................................................13 Microphone ( ) ............................................10, 103
Information View ....................................................27 Mode Dial ..................................................13, 48, 72
Intervalometer ..................................................67, 94 Movie
ISO Speed .............................................................84 Editing ............................................................. 60

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 Recording ( ) ............................................... 58 R
Viewing ........................................................... 60 RAW ............................................................. 57, 159
Mute ...................................................................... 68 Red-Eye Reduction ( ) .................... 10, 38, 39, 66
My Camera Settings ............................................ 113 Remote Sensor ..................................................... 10
N Resetting the File Numbers ................................ 112
Night Scene ( ) ................................................... 48 Resetting the Settings to Default .......................... 71
O Resolution ............................................................. 35
Omni Selector ....................................................... 12 Review .................................................................. 67
Operation Sound ................................... 70, 113, 114 Rotate ................................................................... 67
Operation Vol. ....................................................... 68 Rotating Images .................................................. 102
Overexposure Warning ......................................... 29 S
P Safety Shift ........................................................... 75
Playback ........................................................ 42, 102 Saturation ............................................................. 86
Playback Mode ...................................................... 22 Save Settings ( ) ................................................ 67
Playback Vol. ........................................................ 69 Saving Custom Settings ..................................... 100
Portrait ( ) ........................................................... 48 Self-timer .............................................................. 53
Power On/Off .................................................. 21, 22 Selftimer Sound .................................... 68, 113, 114
Power Saving Function ................................. 69, 109 Selftimer Vol. ........................................................ 68
Power/Mode Indicator ........................................... 13 Sharpness ............................................................. 86
Print Order ........................................................... 128 Shooting
Print/Share button ............................................... 121 Movie .............................................................. 58
Printing ................................................................ 126 Shooting Mode ................................................ 21, 22
Protect ................................................................. 108 Shutter
Button ............................................................. 12

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 Pressing ..........................................................31 Transmission settings
Sound ........................................31, 68, 113, 114 Image Transmission settings ........................ 133
Speed ..............................................................72 V
Volume ............................................................68 Video System ........................................................ 69
Slide Show .....................................................68, 104 Viewfinder ........................................................12, 32
Play Time ......................................................107 Viewing
Repeat ...........................................................107 Images on a TV Set ...................................... 124
Selecting Images ...........................................105 Volume .................................................................. 68
Starting ..........................................................105 W
Slow Shutter ( ) .................................................48 White Balance ( ) ............................................ 81
Slow Synchro ...................................................39, 66 Wide Angle ( ) .............................................12, 30
Sound Memos .....................................................103 Wireless Controller .............................................. 143
Speaker .................................................................12 Wireless Delay ...................................................... 66
Standard Display ...................................................27 Z
Start-up Image .................................21, 70, 113, 114 Zoom ................................................... 12, 30, 43, 54
Start-up Sound ................................21, 70, 113, 114
Start-up Vol. ...........................................................68
Stitch Assist ( ) ...........................................48, 50
T
Tele-converter .....................................................145
Telephoto ( ) ................................................12, 30
Terminal Cover ......................................................12
Transfer Order .....................................................133

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FCC Notice
(Digital Camera, Model PC1088)

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions;
(1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for Class B digital devices, pursuant to Part 15 of
the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential
installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee
that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or
television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct
the interference by one or more of the following measures:
zReorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
zIncrease the separation between the equipment and receiver.
zConnect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
zConsult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
The cables with the ferrite core provided with the digital camera must be used with this equipment in order to comply with
Class B limits in Subject B of Part 15 on the FCC rules.
Do not make any changes or modifications to the equipment unless otherwise specified in the 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 Plaza, Lake Success, NY 11042, U.S.A.
Tel No. (516) 328-5600

Canadian Radio Interference Regulations

This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

Réglementation canadienne sur les intérferences radio

Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.

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Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode
This chart shows the functions available in each shooting mode. You can shoot with the settings saved in the
mode (p. 100).
Ref. Page
Large L {* {* {* {* {* {* U* – {* {* {* {*
Resolution Medium 1 M1 { { { { { { U – { { { {
(Stills) Medium 2 M2 { { { { { { U – { { { {
Small S { { { { { { U – { { { { p. 35
640 x 480 pixels – – – – – – – { – – – –
Resolution 320 x 240 pixels – – – – – – – {* – – – –
(Movies)
160 x 120 pixels – – – – – – – { – – – –
Superfine { { { { { { U – { { { {
Compression Fine {* {* {* {* {* {* U* – {* {* {* {* p. 35
Normal { { { { { { U – { { { {
JPEG { { { { { { { – {* {* {* {*
File Format p. 57
RAW – – – – – – – – { { { {
Auto {* {* { {* {* { – – { – – –
Flash On – { { { { { U – { { { { p. 38
Off { { {* { { {* U* – {* {* {* {*
Red-eye Reduction { { { { { { U – { { { { p. 38
On – – { { – { U – { – { –
Slow Synchro p. 39
Off { { – – { – U* – {* { {* {

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On { { { { { { { – { {* {* –
Flash Adjust p. 91
Off – – – – – – – – – { { {
1st-curtain { { { { { – { – {* {* {* {*
Flash Sync p. 93
2nd-curtain – – – – – { – – { { { {
AF-assist Beam { { { { { { U { { { { { p. 32
Single Shot {* {* {* {* {* {* {* {* {* {* {* {* –
Standard Con- – { { { { { – – { { { {
tinuous Mode
p. 56
High Speed – { { { { { – – { { { {
Continuous mode
Drive Mode
Self-Timer { { { { { { U { { { { {
(10 sec.)
Self-Timer { { { { { { U { { { { { p. 53
(2 sec.)
Remote Control { { { { { { U { { { { {
Intervalometer – – – – – – – – { { { { p. 94
Auto {* {* {* {* {* {* { { – – – –
AF Frame Center Point { { { { { { – – {* {* {* {* p. 76
Manual – – – – – – – – { { { {
AF Lock – { { { { { { { { { { { p. 97
Manual Focus – { { { { { { { { { { { p. 98

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Macro Mode { { – { { { { { { { { { p. 52
On { { { { { { – – { { { {
Digital Zoom p. 54
Off {* {* {* {* {* {* – – {* {* {* {*
Exposure Compensation – { { { { { U { { { { – p. 80
Evaluative Metering { { { { { { { { {* {* {* {*
Center-Weighted – – – – – – – – { { { {
Light Averaging
Metering p. 78
System Spot Metering – – – – – – – – { { { {
Center – – – – – – – – {* {* {* {*
AF Point – – – – – – – – { { { {
AE Lock/FE Lock – – – – – – – – { { { – p. 89, 90
AEB – – – – – – – – {(1) {(1) {(1) – p. 86
Bracket
Focus-BKT – – – – – – – – {(2) {(2) {(2) {(2) p. 87
White Balance (3) WB –(4) { { { { { U {(5) { { { { p. 81
Photo Effect – { { { { { U { { { { {
Contrast/Sharpness/ p. 85
– – – – – – – – { { { {
Saturation
On – – – – – – – – – { { –
Safety Shift p. 75
Off { { { { { { { { { {* {* {
ISO Speed –(6) –(6) –(6) –(6) –(6) –(6) –(6) –(6) { { { {(7) p. 84

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On {* {* {* {* {* {* U* – {* {* {* {*
Auto Rotate p. 111
Off { { { { { { U { { { { {
JPEG Recording in RAW – – – – – – – – { { { { p. 67
* Default setting {: Setting selection is possible. U: Setting can only be selected for the first image.
–: Setting selection is not possible.
z : Setting remains in effect even when the camera is turned off.
z The default for the settings changed by the menu and button operations can be restored all at once except
for [Date/Time], [Language] and [Video System] (p. 71).

(1) When the flash fires, AEB shooting cannot be carried out.
(2) Selectable only in manual focus.
(3) Cannot be adjusted when the photo effect is set to [Sepia] or [B/W].
(4) The white balance is set to [AUTO].
(5) The white balance [Flash] cannot be set.
(6) The ISO speed is automatically set by the camera.
(7) ISO [AUTO] cannot be selected.

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