Canon A70 User Manual

ENGLISH

DIGITAL CAMERA Camera User Guide

Camera User Guide

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• Please start by reading the Precautions on page 7 of this
manual.

• Please refer to the
installing the software and downloading images.

• Please also read the printer user guide included with your
Canon printer.

Software Starter Guide

for information on

Flowchart and Reference Guides

This Guide

Digital Zoom

Exposure Compensation – ●●● ●●▲●●●● – 101

Light Metering
System

White Balance

Photo Effect

ISO Speed

Shooting with the Camera

Evaluative Metering

Software Starter Guide

This Guide

Center-Weighted Averaging
Spot Metering

Installing the Software

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Connecting the Camera to a Computer

Software Starter Guide

Downloading Images to a Computer

Printer User Guide

Using the Printer and Printing

This digital camera is designed to perform optimally when used with
genuine Canon brand digital camera accessories (“Canon Brand
Accessories”).
You may use non Canon Brand Accessories with this Digital Camera.
However, Canon makes no warranties concerning, and is not
responsible for damages resulting from, use of non Canon Brand
Accessories.

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Camera Body Temperature

If your camera is used for prolonged periods, the camera body may become
warm. Please be aware of this and take care when operating the camera for an
extended period.

About the LCD Monitor

The LCD monitor is produced with extremely high-precision manufacturing
techniques. More than 99.99% of the pixels operate to specification. Less than

0.01% of the pixels may occasionally misfire or appear as red or black dots.
This has no effect on the recorded image and does not constitute a malfunc-
tion.

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. 181).

Language Setting

Please see page 28 to change the language setting.
Please read through the “Read This First” section (p. 6) before using your
camera.

Disclaimer

• While every effort has been made to ensure that the information
contained in this guide is accurate and complete, no liability can be
accepted for any errors or omissions.

• Canon Inc. reserves the right to change the specifications of the
hardware and software described herein at any time without prior notice.

• No part of this guide may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored
in a retrieval system, or translated into any language in any form, by any
means, without the prior written permission of Canon Inc.

• Canon Inc. makes no warranties for damages resulting from corrupted or
lost data due to a mistaken operation or malfunction of the camera, the
software, the CompactFlash™ cards (CF cards), personal computers,
peripheral devices, or use of non-Canon CF cards.

Trademark Acknowledgements

• Canon and PowerShot and Bubble Jet are trademarks of Canon, Inc.

• CompactFlash is a trademark of SanDisk Corporation.

• iBook and iMac are trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc.

• Macintosh, PowerBook, Power Macintosh and QuickTime are trademarks of
Apple Computer, Inc, registered in the United States and other countries.

• Microsoft, Windows, and Windows NT are either registered trademarks or
trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other
countries.

• Other names and products not mentioned above may be registered
trademarks or trademarks of their respective companies.

Copyright ©2003 Canon Inc. All rights reserved.

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About this Camera User Guide

Symbols Used

Icons under title bars show the operations mode. As in the
example below, the mode dial should be set to

, , , , ,

, or .

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Using the Flash

: This mark denotes issues that may affect the camera’s

operation.

: This mark denotes additional topics that complement

the basic operating procedures.

Question? Look here first.

3 How do I navigate the menus?

Selecting Menus and Settings (p. 43)

3 What settings are available under each function?

and
Will my settings remain in effect even after I’ve turned the
camera off?

Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode
(p. 224)

3 How do I go about printing?

About Printing (p. 136)

3 What functions are available through the menus?

FUNC. Menu (p. 172)
Rec. Menu (p. 174)
Replay Menu (p. 176)
Set up Menu (p. 178)
My Camera Menu (p. 181)

The above sections are shaded on the right edges to make them
easy to find.

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About the Thumb Index

A quick introduction intended for new users who want
to shoot first and learn more later. Tells you how to get
the camera running and how to begin shooting and
playing back images.

Introduces you to all of the camera components, and
explains how to load batteries and use the shutter button,
among other basic functions. Also explains how to set the
camera’s start-up image, start-up sound and shutter sound.

Describes shooting with the camera, from each
shooting mode to using the camera’s various shooting
features.

Explains how to review recorded images or select
replay settings, how to protect images or erase them,
and how to edit movies.

Explains how to print and make print settings, and how
to select images for transferring to e-mail.

Quick Start

Preparing the Camera,
Basic Functions

Shooting

Replaying, Erasing

Printing,
Transferring

Explains how to transfer images to a computer. Also
explains how you can connect the camera to a TV set
for shooting and reviewing images. You must read this

section before connecting your camera to a computer.

Shows the menus and error messages at a glance.
Also explains how to replace the date battery and how
to use various accessories, such as the lenses and the
AC adapter kit.

Connecting

Appendix

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Table of Contents

: Functions and operations tables. These pages are

shaded on the right edges to make them easy to find.

Read this First 6

Quick Start 14

Components Guide 16

Preparing the Camera 20

Installing the Batteries ...........................................................20

Installing a CF Card ............................................................... 24

Setting the Date/Time ............................................................ 26

Setting the Language ............................................................ 28

Basic Functions 30

Turning the Power On ............................................................ 30

Switching between Shooting and Replaying ......................... 32

Using the LCD Monitor .......................................................... 33

Using the Viewfinder to Shoot ............................................... 38

Pressing the Shutter Button .................................................. 40

Using the Zoom (Focal Length) ............................................. 42

Selecting Menus and Settings ........................................... 43

Customizing the Camera (My Camera Settings)

Changing My Camera Settings ............................................. 52

Registering My Camera Settings .......................................... 55

Shooting-Letting the Camera Select Settings 60

Auto Mode ..................................................................... 60

Reviewing an Image Right After Shooting ............................62

Changing the Resolution and Compression ......................... 64

Using the Flash ............................................................... 67

Portrait Mode .................................................................. 70

Landscape Mode ............................................................ 71

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Night Scene Mode ..........................................................72

Fast Shutter .................................................................... 73

Slow Shutter ...................................................................74

Stitch Assist Mode ..........................................................75

Movie Mode .................................................................... 79

Macro Mode ....................................................................81

Self-Timer ....................................................................... 83

Digital Zoom ........................................................................... 85

Continuous Shooting ...................................................... 87

Shooting-Selecting Particular Effects 89

Program AE .................................................................... 89

Setting the Shutter Speed .............................................. 91

Setting the Aperture ....................................................... 94

Manually Setting the Shutter Speed and Aperture ........ 96

Switching Between Autofocus Modes ...................................98

Switching Between Light Metering Modes ............................99

Adjusting the Exposure ................................................ 101

Setting the White Balance ............................................103

Changing the Photo Effect ........................................... 108

Changing the ISO Speed ............................................. 110

Adjusting the Flash Output ..................................................112

Shooting Problem Subjects for the Autofocus .................... 113

Resetting the File Numbers ................................................. 116

Replaying 118

Displaying Images Individually ............................................118

Magnifying Images ....................................................... 119

Viewing Images in Sets of Nine (Index Replay)........... 120

Jumping Between Images ........................................121

Viewing Movies .................................................................... 122

Editing Movies ..................................................................... 124

Rotating Images in the Display ........................................... 127

Attaching Sound Memos to Images .................................... 128

Auto Play .............................................................................. 130

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Protecting Images ................................................................ 131

Erasing 132

Erasing Images Individually................................................. 132

Erasing All Images ............................................................... 133

Formatting a CF Card .......................................................... 134

Printing 136

About Printing .................................................................... 136

Selecting from the Print Order Menu .............................. 138

Connecting the Camera to a Printer ...................................140

Printing .................................................................................144

Setting the Print Settings (Direct Print Function) ................ 146

Print Settings (DPOF Print Settings) ................................... 154

Printing with DPOF Print Settings .......................................160

Image Transfer Settings (DPOF Transfer Order)

Selecting Images for Transferring ........................................163

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Viewing Images on a TV Set 165

Downloading Images to a Computer 167

Connecting the Camera to a Computer

Via the USB Cable ............................................................ 167

Downloading Directly from a CF Card ................................ 171

List of Menu Options and Messages 172

Function Menu ................................................................... 172

Rec. Menu ...........................................................................174

Replay Menu ....................................................................... 176

Set up Menu ........................................................................ 178

My Camera Menu ............................................................... 181

Resetting the Settings to Default......................................... 184

List of Messages .................................................................. 186

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Appendices 191

Replacing the Date Battery ................................................. 191

Using the Optional Battery Kits ........................................... 193

Using the Optional Lenses and Lens Adapter .................... 197

Camera Care and Maintenance .......................................... 203

Troubleshooting ................................................................... 204

Specifications 211

Index 220

Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode

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Read this First

Please Read

Test Shots

Before you try to photograph important subjects, we highly
recommend that you shoot several trial images to confirm that
the camera is operating and being operated correctly. Please
note that Canon Inc., its subsidiaries and affiliates, and its
distributors are not liable for any consequential damages arising
from any malfunction of a camera or accessory, including
CompactFlash™ cards, that results in the failure of an image to
be recorded or to be recorded in a format that is machine
sensible.

Warning Against Copyright Infringement

Please note that Canon digital cameras are intended for
personal use and must be used in a manner that respects
international and 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 recorded for personal
use.

Warranty Limitations

This camera’s warranty is only effective in the country of sale. If a
problem arises while the camera is in use abroad, please convey
it back to the country of sale before proceeding with a warranty
claim to a Canon Customer Support Help Desk.

For Canon Customer Support contacts, please see the
Canon Limited Warranty supplied with your camera.

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Safety Precautions

• Before using the camera, please ensure that you have read
and understood the safety precautions described below. Always
ensure that the camera is operated correctly.

• The safety precautions noted on the following pages are
intended to instruct you in the safe and correct operation of the
camera and its accessories to prevent injuries or damage to
yourself, other persons and equipment.

• In the next few pages, the term “equipment” refers primarily to
the camera, its power supply accessories and an optional
compact power adapter.

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WARNINGS

• Do not aim the camera directly into the sun or at other
intense light sources which could damage your eyesight.

• Do not trigger the flash in close proximity to human or
animal eyes. Exposure to the intense light produced by the

flash may damage eyesight. In particular, remain at least one
meter (39 inches) away from infants when using the flash.

• Store this equipment out of the reach of children and
infants. Accidental damage to the camera or batteries by a
child could result in serious injury. In addition, placement of the
strap around a child’s neck could result in asphyxiation.

• Be particularly careful to keep the date battery used in the
camera away from children. Seek medical assistance
immediately if a child swallows a battery.

• Do not attempt to disassemble or alter any part of the

equipment that is not expressly described in this guide.

Disassembly or alteration may result in high-voltage electrical
shock. Internal inspections, alterations and repairs should be
conducted by qualified service personnel authorized by your
camera distributor or a Canon Customer Support Help Desk.

• To avoid the risk of high-voltage electrical shock, do not

touch the flash portion of the camera if it has been
damaged. Similarly, never touch internal portions of the

equipment that become exposed as a result of damage. There
is a risk of high-voltage electrical shock. Please take the first
opportunity to consult your camera distributor or a Canon
Customer Support Help Desk.

• Stop 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 camera batteries and unplug the power cord from
the Power outlet. Confirm that smoke or fume emissions have
ceased. Please consult your camera distributor or the closest
Canon Customer Support Help Desk.

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• Stop operating the equipment if it is dropped or the casing

is damaged. Failure to do so may result in fire or electrical
shock. Immediately turn the camera’s power off, remove the
camera batteries or unplug the power cord from the Power
outlet. Please consult your camera distributor or the closest

Canon Customer Support Help Desk.

• Do not allow the equipment to come into contact with, or

become immersed in, water or other liquids. Do not allow
liquids to enter the interior. The camera has not been
waterproofed. If the exterior comes into contact with liquids or
salt air, wipe it dry with a soft, absorbent cloth. In the event that
water or other foreign substances enter the interior,
immediately turn the camera’s power off and remove the
camera batteries or unplug the power cord from the electrical
outlet. Continued use of the equipment may result in fire or
electrical shock. Please consult your camera distributor or the
closest Canon Customer Support Help Desk.

• Do not use substances containing alcohol, benzene,

thinners or other flammable substances to clean or
maintain the equipment. The use of these substances may

lead to fire.

• Remove the power cord on a regular periodic basis and

wipe away the dust and dirt that collects on the plug, the
exterior of the electrical outlet and the surrounding area. In

dusty, humid or greasy environments, the dust that collects
around the plug over long periods of time may become
saturated with humidity and short-circuit, leading to fire.

•

Do not cut, damage, alter or place heavy items on the power
adapter cord. Any of these actions may cause an electrical

short circuit, which may lead to fire or electrical shock.

• Do not handle the power cord if your hands are wet.

Handling it with wet hands may lead to electrical shock. When
unplugging the 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 insulation, creating the potential for fires
or electrical shocks.

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• Use of power sources not expressly recommended for this
equipment may lead to overheating, distortion of the
equipment, fire, electrical shock or other hazards. Use only

the recommended power accessories.

• Do not place the batteries near a heat source or expose
them to direct flame or heat. Neither should you immerse
them in water. Such exposure may damage the batteries and
lead to the leakage of corrosive liquids, fire, electrical shock,
explosion or serious injury.

• Do not attempt to disassemble, alter or apply heat to the
batteries. There is serious risk of injury due to an explosion.
Immediately flush with water any area of the body, including the
eyes and mouth, or clothing, that comes into contact with the
inner contents of a battery. If the eyes or mouth contact these
substances, immediately flush with water and seek medical
assistance.

• Avoid dropping or subjecting the batteries to severe impacts
that could damage the casings. It could lead to leakage and
injury.

• Do not short-circuit the battery terminals with metallic
objects, such as key holders. It could lead to overheating,
burns and other injuries.

• Before you discard a battery, cover the terminals with tape

or other insulators to prevent direct contact with other
objects. Contact with the metallic components of other

materials in waste containers may lead to fire or explosions.
Discard the batteries in specialized waste facilities if available
in your area.

• Use of batteries not expressly recommended for this

equipment may cause explosions or leaks, resulting in fire,
injury and damage to the surroundings. Use only

recommended batteries and accessories.

• If using AA-size NiMH batteries, use only Canon AA-size

NiMH batteries and charger recommended for use with
these batteries. Use of another charger may cause batteries

to overheat or deform, posing risk of fire or electric shock.

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• Disconnect the battery charger or the compact power

adapter from both the camera and power outlet after
recharging and when the camera is not in use to avoid
fires and other hazards.

• The camera terminal of the battery charger cord and the

compact power cord is designed for exclusive use with
your camera. Do not use it with other products or batteries.

There is a risk of fire and other hazards.

• Exercise due caution when screwing on the separately

sold wide converter, tele-converter, close-up lens and
conversion lens adapter. If they loosen, fall off and shatter,

the glass shards may cause an injury. Never aim the lenses at
the sun or strong light sources. There is a risk of damage to
eyesight.

CAUTIONS

• Avoid using, placing or storing the equipment in places

subject to strong sunlight or high temperatures, such as
the dashboard or trunk (boot) of a car. Exposure to intense

sunlight and heat may cause the batteries to leak, overheat or
explode, 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 compact
power adapter to charge the battery pack or power the camera.

• Do not store the equipment in humid or dusty areas.

Storage in such areas could lead to fire, electrical shock or
other damage.

• Be 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.

• Be careful not to cover the flash with your fingers when

shooting. In addition, do not touch the surface of the flash after

taking several pictures in rapid succession. Either action could
result in burns.

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• Do not operate the flash with dirt, dust or other items stuck
to its lens. The resulting heat build-up could damage the flash.

• If your camera is used for prolonged periods, the camera
body may become warm. Please take care when operating

the camera for an extended period as your hands may
experience a burning sensation.

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Preventing Malfunctions

Avoid Strong Magnetic Fields

Never place the camera in close proximity to electric motors or
other equipment generating strong electromagnetic fields.
Exposure to strong magnetic fields may cause malfunctions or
corrupt image data.

Avoid Condensation Related Problems

Moving the equipment rapidly between hot and cold
temperatures may cause condensation (water droplets) to form
on its external and internal surfaces. You can avoid this by
placing the equipment in an airtight, resealable plastic bag and
letting it adjust to temperature changes slowly before removing it
from the bag.

If Condensation Forms Inside the Camera

Stop using the camera immediately if you detect condensation.
Continued use may damage the equipment. Remove the CF card
and battery or power cord (if connected) from the camera and
wait until the moisture evaporates completely before resuming
use.

Extended Storage

When not using the camera for extended periods of time, remove
the battery from the camera or battery charger and store the
equipment in a safe place. Storing the camera for extended
periods with batteries installed will run down the battery and may
damage the camera.

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Quick Start

Install the batteries

1

(p. 20).

Slide the battery cover lock,
then open the cover and
insert the batteries.

• For important information
about batteries, see

Battery Handling

Install the CF card (p. 24).

2

Open the CF card slot cover
and insert a CF card.
Push the CF card all the
way into the slot, so that the
CF card eject button pops
all the way out.

Press the ON/OFF button to turn the

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camera on (p. 30).

Hold the ON/OFF button down until the indicator next
to the viewfinder starts blinking green.

• If the LCD monitor displays
the Set Date/Time menu, set
the date and time (p. 26).

• For information about how to
change the language, see

Setting the Language

Proper

(p. 21).

Indicator

(p. 28).

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Set the mode switch to

4

(Shooting) (p. 32).

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4

Turn the mode dial to

5

(p. 60).

Focus (p. 40).

6

Aim the camera at the
subject, and lightly press
and hold the shutter button
halfway down. The camera
beeps twice when the focus
is set.

Shoot (p. 40).

7

Press the shutter button all
the way. You will hear the
sound of the shutter close
when the shot is complete.

View the recorded image.

8

The recorded image
displays on the LCD monitor
for approximately 2 seconds
(p. 62).
For information about how to
view other images that you

have already taken, see

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To Immediately Erase the Displayed Image

Replaying

6, 7

(p. 118).

1 Press the button while the image

is displayed.

2 Confirm that [Erase] is selected and

press the

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button.

Quick Start

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Components Guide

Zoom Lever (p. 42, 85, 118, 119)

Shutter Button (p. 40)

Shooting Mode Dial (p. 19)

ON/OFF button (p. 30)

Speaker

Optical Viewfinder Window (p. 38)

AF-assist Beam (p. 41)

Red-Eye Reduction Lamp
(p. 68)

Self-Timer Lamp (p. 83)

Flash (p. 67)

Terminal Cover

Ring Release
Button

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Lens

Microphone

Date Battery Holder (p. 191)

(Audio/Video Out) Terminal

DC IN Terminal (p. 195)

Ring

(p. 165)

Terminal*

2

CF Card Slot Cover (p. 24)

3

LCD Monitor*

(p. 33)

Strap Mount

Viewfinder (p. 38)

Attaching the wrist

1

strap*

Battery Cover
(p. 20)

Battery Cover Lock (p. 20)

Tripod Socket

*1Be careful not to wave the camera about or catch it on other items

when dangling it from the wrist strap.

2

*

To connect the camera to a computer or printer, use one of the
following cables.

• Computer: USB Interface Cable IFC-300PCU (supplied with this

camera)

• Direct Print Compatible Printer (CP series, optional): Direct

Interface Cable DIF-100 (supplied with Direct Print compatible
printers)

• Bubble Jet Printer with the direct print function (optional): Please

refer to the Bubble Jet Printer user guide.

Please refer to your
compatible printer can be used with this camera.

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*

The LCD monitor is covered with a thin plastic sheet for protection

System Map

to find out which direct print function

against scratches during shipment. Remove it before using the
camera.

Preparing the Camera, Basic Functions

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Mode Switch (p. 32)

(Flash) / Up

Button (p. 43, 67)

Right Button (p. 43)

(Macro) / MF / Down Button (p. 43, 81)

Left Button (p. 43)

/ (Single image erase) Button (p. 43, 132)

Button (p. 33)

Button (p. 44)

Button (p. 44)

Indicators

The indicators light or blink when the ON/OFF button or the
shutter button is pressed.

Upper Indicator

Green: Ready to record / Ready to communicate (during a

Blinking Green: Starting up / Recording to CF card / Reading CF

Orange: Ready to record (flash on)
Blinking Orange: Ready to record (camera shake warning)

computer connection)

card / Erasing from CF card / Transmitting data
(during a computer connection)

Lower Indicator

Yellow: Macro mode / Manual focus mode
Flashing Yellow: Focusing difficulty (although you can press the

shutter button, try using focus lock or adjusting the
focus manually, p.113)

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Shooting Mode Dial

Use the shooting mode dial to select
a Shooting mode.

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• : Auto (p. 60)

The camera automatically selects settings.

• Image Zone

The camera automatically selects settings according to
the image composition type.

: Portrait (p. 70)
: Landscape (p. 71)
: Night Scene (p. 72)

: Fast Shutter Speed (p. 73)
: Slow Shutter Speed (p. 74)
: Stitch Assist (p. 75)
: Movie (p. 79)

• Creative Zone

The user selects exposure, aperture or other settings to
achieve special effects.

: Program AE (p. 89)
: Shutter Speed-Priority AE (p. 91)
: Aperture-Priority AE (p. 94)
: Manual Exposure (p. 96)

Preparing the Camera, Basic Functions

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Preparing the Camera

Installing the Batteries

The camera uses four AA-size alkaline batteries supplied
with the camera. You may use optional nickel metal
hydride (NiMH) batteries.

Be sure that the camera power is off.

1

Slide the battery cover lock in the

2

direction of the arrow, and push the
battery cover slightly forward. Then open
the cover.

Insert the batteries as shown.

3

Positive end (+)

Negative end (−)

Close the battery cover.

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When the camera’s indicator blinks green, do not turn off
the power or open the battery cover. The camera is
writing, reading, erasing or transmitting an image to or
from the CF card.

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• We recommend that you use the optional AC Adapter
Kit ACK600 to power the camera during long usage
sessions (p. 195).

• The optional battery charger kit lets you use recharge-
able NiMH batteries to power the camera (p. 193).

• For important information, see

Battery Performance

(p. 214).

• For information about the Battery and Charger Kit and
AA-size rechargeable NiMH batteries, see the

(separate from this guide).

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System

Proper Battery Handling

• Use AA-size alkaline or Canon AA-size NiMH batteries only.
For information on handling the AA-size rechargeable NiMH
batteries, see

• Never use manganese or lithium batteries, as these battery
types may overheat in the camera.

• Since the performance of alkaline batteries may differ accord-
ing to brand, the operating time of the batteries you purchase
may not be as long as the batteries that came with the camera.

• Camera operating time may shorten at low temperatures when
alkaline batteries are used. Also due to their specifications,
alkaline batteries may expire faster than NiMH batteries. If you
are using the camera in cold areas or for a long time, we
recommend using Canon AA-size NiMH Battery Kit (a four-
piece set).

• While it is possible to use AA-size nickel-cadmium batteries,
performance is unreliable and their use is not recommended.

• Never mix unused and partially used batteries. Always load

four fresh (or fully recharged) batteries at the same time.

Using the Optional Battery Kits

(p. 193).

Preparing the Camera, Basic Functions

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• Be careful to load the batteries with their positive (+) and
negative (-) ends in the right direction.

• Never mix batteries of different types or from different
manufacturers. All four batteries should be identical.

• Before inserting the batteries, wipe the battery terminals well
with a dry cloth. Oil from one’s skin or other dirt may cause a
considerable reduction in the number of recordable images or
reduced usage time.

• Battery performance deteriorates at low temperatures (espe-
cially with alkaline batteries). If you are using the camera in
cold areas and batteries are running down faster than they
should, you may be able to restore performance by placing
batteries in an inner pocket to warm them up prior to use. But
be careful that you don’t put the batteries into a pocket together
with a metal key chain or other metallic objects, as these
objects may cause batteries to short-circuit.

• If you do not plan to use the camera for a long time, remove the
batteries from the camera and store them in a safe place.
Batteries may leak and damage the camera if left installed
during prolonged periods of non-use.

WARNING

Never use damaged batteries or batteries whose outer seal is
completely or partially missing or peeled off, as there is risk
that such batteries may leak, overheat, or burst. Always check
the seals on store-bought batteries before loading them, as
some batteries may come with defective seals. Do not use
batteries with defective seals.

Never use batteries that look like this.

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Batteries with all or part of the seal (electrical
insulation sheath) peeled off.

The positive electrode (plus terminal) is flat.

The negative terminal is correctly formed (protruding
from the metal base), but the seal does not extend up
over the edge of the metal base.

Battery Status Indications

The LCD monitor displays an icon or message to let you
know when batteries are low or depleted.

Batteries are beginning to run low. Replace (or
recharge) batteries promptly.
If the LCD monitor is off, this icon will appear
when you press any of the following buttons:

or / MF.

Change the
batteries

Batteries are fully depleted and the camera can
no longer operate. You should replace the
batteries immediately.

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Installing a CF Card

Installing a CF Card

Be sure that the camera is turned off.

1

Slide the CF card slot cover in the

2

direction of the arrow, and open it.

Insert the CF card with the label facing out

3

and the arrow pointing in.

• Insert the CF card all the way into the slot, so that the CF
card eject button pops all the way out.

Arrow mark

Card label

CF card eject button

• To remove the CF card, press the CF card eject button.

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Close the CF card slot cover securely.

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• When the indicator on the left side of the viewfinder
blinks green, the camera is writing, reading, erasing or
transmitting an image to or from the card. Do not
perform the following, for image data may be lost or
corrupted:

- Do not shake the camera.

- Do not turn off the power or open the CF card slot

cover.

• Be aware that use of CF cards whose contents have
been edited at another camera or with another
company’s software may cause the camera to operate
incorrectly.

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For more information on CF cards, see

Estimated Capacities (Recordable Images)

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CF Cards and

(p. 215).

About CF Cards...

• CF cards are high-precision electronic devices. Do not bend
them, apply force to them, or subject them to shocks or
vibration.

• Do not attempt to disassemble or alter a CF card.

• Moving a CF card rapidly between temperature extremes will
cause condensation to form in the card and lead to a
malfunction. To avoid condensation, 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, store it at room
temperature until the water droplets have evaporated naturally.

• Do not use or store CF cards in the following types of location.

- Locations subject to dust or sand

- Locations subject to high humidity and high temperatures

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Setting the Date/Time

The Set Date/Time menu will appear when the camera is
first turned on or the date battery has run down. Replace
the date battery, then reset the date and time starting
from step 5 below.

Press the ON/OFF button to turn on the

1

camera (p. 30).

Press the

2

The [ (Rec.)] or [ (Replay)] menu appears.

Select the [ (Set up)] menu using the left

3

or right button.

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button.

[ (Rec.)] menu shown

Press the up or down button to select

4

(Date / Time), and then press the

button.

Set the date and time.

5

• Use the up or down button to change the value of the
highlighted field.

• Press the left or right button to highlight another field.

• The date can be set up to the year 2030.

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Press the

6

After adjusting the settings, press the

close the menu window.

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• The Date/Time cannot be inserted in the actual image

even if the Date/Time have been set.

• For printing images with the date on them, refer to page

146.

• For information on how to replace the date battery, refer

to page 191.

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button.

button to

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Setting the Language

Use this feature to select the language for the LCD
monitor display.

Press the ON/OFF button to turn on the

1

camera (p. 30).

Press the

2

The [ (Rec.)] or [ (Replay)] Menu will display.

Select the [ (Set up)] menu using the left

3

or right button.

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button.

[ (Rec.)] menu shown

Select (Languages) using the up or

4

down button and press the

Select a language using the up, down, left

5

button.

or right button.

Press the

6

After adjusting the settings, press the

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In replay mode, you can change the language by holding

button while you press the

the

function cannot be used while an optional direct print
function compatible printer (CP series) or the direct print
function compatible Bubble Jet Printer is connected to the
camera, or while replaying movies.)

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button.

button.

button. (This

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Basic Functions

Turning the Power On

Press the ON/OFF button until the green

1

indicator begins blinking.

Shooting Mode

Current shooting settings will appear in the LCD monitor
for about 6 seconds.

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If you turn the mode switch to , the lens will retract
after approximately 1 minute.

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Replaying mode

The LCD monitor displays an image.

Turning the Camera Off

Press the ON/OFF button again to turn the power off.

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• You will hear a start-up sound and see the start-up

image when the power comes on. (To change the start-
up sound and image, see below and pages 52 and 181.)

• The start-up image does not appear when the LCD

monitor is off or the

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.

Power-saving Function

When the camera’s power-saving function is turned on
and it activates, restore power by pressing the ON/OFF
button.

Shooting Mode

The power will automatically shut off approximately 3
minutes after the last function is accessed. Even if the
power-saving function is turned off, the LCD monitor will
shut off approximately 3 minutes after the last function is
accessed. Press any button other than the ON/OFF
button to restore the LCD monitor.

Replay Mode

The power will automatically shut off approximately 5
minutes after the last function is accessed.

While Connected to a Printer

The power will automatically shut off approximately 5
minutes after the last camera function is accessed or
printer (sold separately) ceases to print an image.

• The power-saving function will not activate while the

camera is in auto play mode or during a computer
connection (p. 130, 167).

• You can turn off the power-saving function in the [

(Set up)] menu (p. 178).

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Switching between Shooting and Replaying

You can quickly switch between Shooting mode and
Replaying mode. This is convenient when you wish to
shoot again after checking or deleting an image immedi-
ately after it is shot.

Shooting Mode

Replaying Mode

The lens does not retract right away
when the camera switches to
Replaying mode.

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Using the LCD Monitor

The LCD monitor can be used to compose images while
shooting, adjust settings menus and replay images.

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The image in the LCD monitor may darken when the
monitor is used under sunlight or other strong lighting.
This is not a defect.

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Shooting Mode

Pressing the

next mode each time the button is pressed.

Standard Detailed

(No Information) (Information View)

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• The on/off setting of the LCD monitor display mode is

memorized when the camera is turned off. When the
camera is turned on again it assumes the last mode.
However, when the LCD monitor is turned on and the
“Change the Battery Pack” message appears, the LCD
monitor may not automatically turn on the next time the
camera is started.

• When the LCD monitor is set to Standard or Off,

shooting information appears for approximately 6
seconds (The shooting information may not appear
depending on the setting contents of the camera at that
moment.)

• Setting the mode dial to

monitor on regardless of whether it is set to on or off.

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button cycles the LCD monitor to the

Off

or modes turns the LCD

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Set the flash to on or affix the camera to a tripod when
the upper indicator blinks orange and the camera shake
warning icon (
metering preparations are complete.

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) appears in the LCD monitor after the

Replaying Mode

• The LCD monitor always comes on when you turn the
mode switch to

.

• Pressing the

button cycles the information view

mode each time the button is pressed.

Single Image Replay

Standard Detailed

No display

Index Replay (9 images)

Standard No display

Information Displayed on the LCD Monitor

The LCD monitor displays information in Shooting or
Replaying mode, such as the camera settings, remaining
image capacity and shooting date / time.

Shooting Mode

The following displays in information view.

AF Frame

Spot AE Point Frame

Shutter Speed

Aperture Setting

Recordable Images or
Recordable Movie Time (sec.)

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Shooting Mode p. 19

-2… +2 Exposure Compensation p. 101

White Balance p. 103

Drive Mode p. 83/87
ISO Speed p. 110
Photo Effects p. 108
Light Metering Mode p. 99
Compression p. 64

(PowerShot A70)

L M1 M2 S

(PowerShot A60)

L M S

● (red) Movie Recording Mode p. 79
(PowerShot A70)

3.8× 4.8× 6.0× 7.4× 9.6×
(PowerShot A60)

3.8× 4.7× 6.0× 7.5×

• The icons in the shaded boxes above appear even when the
information view is turned off.

• In addition to the above, the AF frame, spot light metering
frame (
(
time are displayed as in the example to the left.

* Zoom powers reflect the combined optical and digital zoom effects.

, and mode), shutter speed, aperture setting

, and mode), recordable images or recordable movie

These figures appear when the digital zoom is activated.

Resolution p. 64

Flash p. 67
Red-Eye Reduction p. 68
Macro Mode p. 81
Manual Focus p. 115

Digital Zoom Setting* p. 85

Camera Shake Warning p. 34
Low Battery p. 23

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Replaying Mode

In simple display mode, the following information appears.

File Number

Image Number and Total
(Display Image/Total)

Shooting Date / Time

Compression p. 64

(PowerShot A70)

L M1 M2 S

(PowerShot A60)

L M S

In detailed display mode, the following information appears.

Resolution (Still images) p. 64

Sound memo (wave file) p. 128
Movie p. 122
Protection Status p. 131

Shutter Speed

Aperture Value

Movie Length

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Shooting Mode p. 19

-2 ⋅⋅⋅ ±0 ⋅⋅⋅ +2 Exposure Compensation p. 101

White Balance p. 103
Photo Effects p. 108
ISO Speed p. 110
Flash p. 67
Macro Mode p. 81
Manual Focus p. 115
Light Metering Mode p. 99

PowerShot A70

PowerShot A60

Resolution (Movies) p. 64

In addition to the above, the shutter speed, aperture setting and
recorded movie time are displayed as in the example on the
previous page.

The following information may also appear with some
image files.

An audio file other than a wave file, or a file with an
unrecognized format, is attached.

A JPEG file not supported by “Design rule for Camera File
system” (DCF) standards.

RAW format file
A file with an unrecognized format.

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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.

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Using the Viewfinder to Shoot

Setting the LCD monitor to Off (p. 33) and using the
optical viewfinder can help conserve power while shoot-
ing.

Align the square brackets (autofocus

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metering field) inside the viewfinder on the
primary subject to compose the image.

Viewfinder

Shows the center
of the image

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About the Autofocus Function

This camera employs AiAF (artificial intelligence
autofocus) technology which uses a broad metering field
to calculate the focal distance with high precision. It
delivers a crisp focus even when the photographic subject
is slightly off-center.

Image Seen in Viewfinder vs. Recorded Image

Please note that the actual image may differ from the
image seen in the optical viewfinder due to the physical
separation between the viewfinder and lens. This is called
the parallax phenomenon and is more noticeable the
closer the subject is to the lens. In some cases, portions
of images shot up close that appear in the viewfinder will
not appear in the recorded image. Please use the LCD
monitor to shoot images up close.

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Pressing the Shutter Button

The shutter button features a two-stage action.

Pressing Halfway

Pressing halfway automatically sets the
exposure, focus and white balance.

The indicators light or blink as follows.

Upper Indicator

Green: Metering complete (two beeps

•

sound)

• Orange: Flash will fire

• Blinking Orange: Camera shake warning /

Insufficient exposure

Lower Indicator

Yellow: Macro Mode / Manual Focus

•

• Blinking Yellow: Focusing difficulty*

(single beep sounds)

* When the indicator blinks yellow, lock the

focus before shooting (p. 113).

The AF frame appears as follows when
the LCD monitor is on.

Green: Metering complete

•

• Yellow: Focusing difficulty (When AiAF is

turned on (p. 98))

Pressing Fully

Pressing fully releases the shutter.

• You will hear the shutter sound when
the shot is complete. Do not move the
camera until you hear this sound.

• The upper indicator blinks green while
the image is recording onto the CF
card.

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• If the orange or yellow indicator blinks while you press
halfway, you can still press fully to take the shot.

• Images are first saved into the camera’s internal
memory before being recorded onto the CF card,
allowing the next images to be taken immediately as
long as sufficient space is available in the internal
memory.

• The beep and shutter sound can be set On / Off in the
Set up menu (p. 178).

• When the shutter sound is set to Off, but the beep is set
to On, one beep will sound when the shutter button is
fully pressed.

• There is no shutter sound in movie mode.

• Shots cannot be taken while the flash is charging.

AF-Assist Beam

• The AF-assist beam will sometimes emit when the
shutter button is pressed halfway to assist focusing in
certain conditions, i.e. dark conditions.

• The AF-assist beam can be turned off (p. 175).
If animals are your subject, turn off the beam when
shooting in the dark to avoid startling them. However,
please keep in mind the following facts.

- Turning the AF-assist beam off may make it more

difficult for the camera to focus.

- The red-eye reduction lamp may emit when you press

the shutter button halfway even if the AF-assist beam

is turned off.
In order to prevent any lamp from emitting before the
flash fires, set both the red-eye reduction function and
the AF-assist beam to [Off] in the Shooting menu.

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Using the Zoom (Focal Length)

The zoom can be adjusted to any setting in the 35 to 105
mm range in 35 mm film equivalent terms.

Telephoto/Wide Angle

: Press the zoom lever left to zoom out

for a wide-angle shot.

: Press the zoom lever right to zoom in

for a telephoto shot.

Digital Zoom

When the LCD monitor is on, you can digitally zoom in on
a subject with the zoom button. Images can be zoomed
up to approx. 9.6 times (PowerShot A70), or 7.5 times
(PowerShot A60), which combines the effect of the optical
zoom (p. 85).

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Note that the image appears grainier, the more the image
is digitally zoomed.

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Selecting Menus and Settings

Menus are used to adjust shooting, replaying, date / time
and electronic sound settings. Menus can be displayed by
either pressing the

Watch the LCD monitor while performing the following
procedures.

Selecting Settings by Pressing the Button
(Only in Shooting Mode)

button or the

button.

Press the

1

• Icons of the selectable settings appear on the left side of
the LCD monitor.

• The current settings icons appear.

Select a menu item using the up or down

2

button.

button.

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Select setting contents using the left or

3

right button.

Some menu items can only be selected after pressing the

button and displaying the next menu. Press the

button again to confirm the setting.

Press the

4

• The menu closes.

• Images can be shot immediately with the selected
settings after Step 3 by pressing the shutter button.

Selecting Settings by Pressing the

Press the

1

In Shooting mode, the [ (Rec.)] menu appears. In
Replaying mode, the [

Switch between menu tabs using the left

2

or right button.

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button.

button.

(Replay)] menu appears.

Button

• The menu switches as follows:

(Rec.)] or [ (Replay)]

[

Camera)]

• Pressing the zoom lever also switches between the menu

tabs.

Select a menu item using the up or down

3

[ (Set up)]

button.

Select setting contents using the left or

4

right button.

• Press the button for items followed by an ellipsis (...)

then select a setting. Press the
confirm the setting.

• The items followed by and ellipsis (...) can also be

selected by using the left and right buttons as well as the
up and down buttons.

button again to

[ (My

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Press the

5

• The menu closes.

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

the shutter button halfway.

button.

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Selecting Menus and Settings (continued)

Displaying a MENU Switching b

Shooting Mode

FUNC. Menu

Shooting Mode

Rec. Menu*

Selectable items
vary according to
each mode.

Replaying Mode

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Replay Menu*

Set up Menu* My Camera

Menu*

Setting
Options

Completing
the Procedure

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* Use the zoom lever to switch

between menus anytime.

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Menu Settings and Default Settings

This chart shows the options for each menu and the
default settings.

button

Menu Item Available Settings

Exposure Compensation
Flash Output Low / Medium / Strong* 112
White Balance * / / / / /

Drive Mode * / / /

ISO Speed AUTO / 50* / 100 / 200 / 400 110
Photo Effect * / / /

Light Metering System Metering* / Center-Weighted 99

Resolution, File Format,
Compression

-2 to +2 101

/ / 108

Evaluative

Averaging/Spot Metering
(Still picture)

(Movie) (PowerShot A70) 64

(Compression)

(PowerShot A70)
L* / M1 / M2 / S
(PowerShot A60)
L* / M / S

* /

/

(PowerShot A60)

* /

/ * /

Reference

Page

/ 103

83, 87

* Default setting

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button

Menu Item Available Settings

AiAF On*/Off 98

Rec.
Menu
(Red)

Replay
Menu
(Blue)

Red-eye On*/ Off 68
AF-assist Beam
Digital Zoom On / Off* 85
Review Off / 2* to 10 sec. 63
Protect
Rotate
Sound Memo
Erase all
Auto Play
Print Order Sets the print settings 154
Transfer Order Sets the transfer settings 163

On*/ Off 175

Turns image protection on and off
Rotates the image in the display
Adds sound memos to images
Erases all images on the CF card
Replays selected images in a slide show

Reference

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127
128
133
130

* Default setting

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Menu Item Available Settings

Beep On* / Off 178
Auto Power Down

Date/Time Sets the date and time 26

Format Formats the CF card 134
Shutter Volume
Playback Vol. Off / 1 / 2* / 3 / 4 / 5 179

Set up
Menu
(Yellow)

My
Camera
Menu
(Purple)

* Default values. Default video system settings vary between regions.

Start-up Vol. Off / 1 / 2* / 3 / 4 / 5 179
Operation Vol. Off / 1 / 2* / 3 / 4 / 5 179
Selftimer Vol. Off / 1 / 2* / 3 / 4 / 5 180
File No. Reset On / Off* 116
Distance Units
Language

Video System NTSC* / PAL 181
Theme /

Start-up Image

Start-up Sound

Operation Sound

Selftimer Sound

Shutter Sound /

On* / Off 178

Off / 1 / 2* / 3 / 4 / 5 179

m/cm* / ft/in 180
English* / Deutsch / Français / Nederlands /

Dansk / Suomi / Italiano / Norsk / Svenska /
Español / Chinese / Japanese

* / /

* / /

/

* / /

/

* / /

/

* / /

/

* / /

Reference

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52, 182

52, 182

52, 182

52, 182

52, 183

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• Some menu items are not available in certain Shooting modes
(p. 224).

• You can apply a desired image and sound to
My Camera menu. For details, see

(p. 55) or the

Settings

• The default of the settings changed by the menu and button
operations except for [Date/Time], [Language] and [Video
System] can be restored all at once (p. 184).

Software Starter Guide

Registering My Camera

and in the

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Customizing the Camera (My Camera Settings)

My Camera allows you to customize the start-up image
and start-up, shutter, operation and self-timer sounds.
Each menu item has three choices.

e.g. Start-up image

][ ][ ]

[

As default settings, My Camera setting [
fiction theme and My Camera setting [
theme.

Changing My Camera Settings

Turn on the camera (p. 24).

1

] has a science

] has an animal

Press the

2

The [ (Rec.)] or [ (Replay)] menu appears.

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button.

Select the [ (My Camera)] menu using

3

the left or right button.

Select a menu item using the up or down

4

button.

Select setting content using the left or

5

right button.

Press the

6

• Pressing the

the settings take effect.

• In Shooting mode, the menu can be closed by pressing
the shutter button halfway.

button.

button closes the menu and makes

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• If you select [Theme] in Step 4, you can select a
consistent theme for each of the My Camera settings.

(Beep) in the [ (Set up)] menu is set to [On], the

•If
beep sounds even if each sound item such as [Start-up
Sound], [Operation Sound], [Selftimer Sound] and
[Shutter Sound] in the [

(Off)] (p. 178).

[

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(My Camera)] menu is set to

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Registering My Camera Settings

Images recorded onto the CF card and newly recorded
sounds can be added as My Camera settings to the [
and [
software to upload your computer’s images and sounds to
the camera.
The following menu items can be saved to the camera.

• Start-up Image • Start-up Sound

• Operation Sound • Selftimer Sound

• Shutter Sound

Registering CF Card Images and Sounds

1
2

] menu items. You can also use the supplied

Turn on the camera (p. 30).

Set the mode switch to .

The camera switches to Replaying mode.

]

Press the

3

The [ (Replay)] menu appears.

button.

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55

Select the [ (My Camera)] menu using

4

the right button.

Select the menu item you wish to register

5

using the up or down button.

Select or using the right or left

6

button.

appears.

Press the

7

An image appears.

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button.

[Start-up Image] → Step 8a, 9a
[Start-up Sound], [Shutter Sound], [Selftimer
Sound] → Step 8b, 9b

Select the image you wish to register

8a

using the left or right button.

Press the

9a

Select (Record) using the left or

8b

right button and press the

button.

• Recording starts.

• Recording stops when the set amount of time has
passed.
Start-up Sound: 1 second, Operation Sound: 0.3
second, Selftimer Sound: 2 seconds, Shutter
Sound: 0.3 second.

button.

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Select (Register) using the left or

9b

right button.

Select [OK] using the left or right button

10

and press the

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• Sounds recorded with the movie (p. 79) and sound
memo (p. 128) functions cannot be added as My
Camera settings.

• When you register new My Camera settings, the
previously registered settings are erased.

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button.

File Format of My Camera Settings

My Camera settings should conform to the below file
formats. However, CF card images shot with this camera
can be registered as My Camera settings regardless of
the below formats.

• Start-up Image

• Recording image format JPEG (Base line JPEG)

• Sampling rate 4:2:0 or 4:2:2

• Image size 320 x 240 pixels

• File capacity 20 KB or less

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• Start-up Sound, Operation Sound, Selftimer Sound and
Shutter Sound

• Recording format WAVE (monaural)

• Quantization bit 8 bit

• Sampling frequency 11.025 kHz and 8.000 kHz

• Recording time

11.025 kHz 8.000 kHz
Start-up Sound 1.0 sec. or less 1.3 sec. or less
Operation Sound 0.3 sec. or less 0.4 sec. or less
Selftimer Sound 2.0 sec. or less 2.0 sec. or less
Shutter Sound 0.3 sec. or less 0.4 sec. or less

Any file format other than those described above cannot be used
with this camera.

An example of this function is to record “Say cheese” as the self-
timer sound so the camera will replay this sound 2 seconds
before the photo is taken. You could also record cheerful music to
bring out the natural smiles of your subjects, or so they can strike
a pose fitting the music. In these ways you can customize your
camera by creating and adding new My Camera settings.

See the supplied

Software Starter Guide

for more
information on creating and adding to the My Camera
Settings files.

Preparing the Camera, Basic Functions

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Shooting - Letting the Camera Select Settings

See

Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode

228) at the end of this manual to find out which settings
can be changed in which Shooting modes.

Auto Mode

In this mode, all you have to do is press the shutter button
and let the camera do everything else.

Check that the camera is in Shooting

1

mode (p. 32).

Turn the shooting mode dial to .

2

Aim the camera at the subject.

3

Use the zoom lever to achieve the desired

4

composition (relative subject size in the
viewfinder).

(p.

60

Press the shutter button halfway (p. 40).

5

• Two beeps will sound when the camera has finished
metering, and the indicator will light green or orange. If
the LCD monitor is on, the AF frame will appear green.

• The yellow indicator will blink and the beep will sound one
time if the subject is difficult to focus on.

AF Frame

Press the shutter button all the way (p. 40).

6

• You will hear the sound of the shutter when the shutter
activates.

• The picture appears for two seconds on the LCD monitor,
if it is on.

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• For functions available in this mode, see page 224.

• With the Review function, you can change the length of

time images show on the LCD monitor after shooting, or
set it so they do not show at all (p. 63).

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Reviewing an Image Right After Shooting

After a photo is taken, the image displays on the LCD
monitor for two seconds (To change, see

Image Display Duration

(p. 63)). There are two ways to

display the image for longer.

• Keeping the Shutter Button Pressed

The image continues to appear on the LCD monitor as
long as you keep the shutter button fully depressed.

• Pressing the

button while the image is

displayed

If you press the button while the image is displayed
on the LCD monitor, it will continue to display even after
the shutter button is released. Press the shutter button
halfway again to stop displaying it.

Changing the

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You can perform the following while images are displayed.

- Erasing Images Individually (p. 15, 132)

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- Magnifying Images (p. 119)

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Changing the Image Display Duration

The length of time images are displayed after a photo has
been taken can be changed from 2 seconds to 10
seconds or turned off.

In the [ (Rec.)] menu, select (Review).

1

See

Selecting Menus and Settings

Select a Review setting and press the

2

(p. 43)

button.

• With the [Off] option, the image will not automatically
display.

• With the [2 sec.] to [10 sec.] options, the image will
appear for the time selected.

• You can continue to display the image as long as the
shutter button is fully held pressed regardless of the
Review setting.

• Another picture can be taken even while the last is
displayed.

Shooting

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Changing the Resolution and Compression

You can change the resolution and compression (exclud-
ing movies) settings to suit the purpose of the image you
are about to shoot.

Resolution

PowerShot A70 PowerShot A60

High

L

(Large) pixels pixels

M1

(Medium 1)

M2

(Medium 2)

S

(Small) pixels pixels

*1 Paper sizes vary according to region.
*2 Appears as M (Medium) with the PowerShot A60

2048 x 1536 1600 x 1200

1600 x 1200

pixels

*21024 x 768 1024 x 768

pixels pixels

640 x 480 640 x 480

Compression Purpose

Superfine High Quality
Fine
Normal Normal

–

Low

Shoot higher quality images
Shoot normal quality images
Shoot more images

Purpose

(2048 x 1536 pixels)

• Print A4 size*
(8.3 x 11.7 in.) or larger prints

• Print letter size*
(8.5 x 11 in.) or larger prints

(1600 x 1200 pixels)

• Print postcard size 148 x 100
mm (6 x 4 in.) prints

• Print L size 119 x 89 mm (4.7 x

3.5 in.) prints

Print card size 86 x 54 mm (3.4 x

2.1 in.) prints

• Send images as e-mail
attachments

• Shoot more images

1

210 x 297 mm

1

216 x 279 mm

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• Movies can be shot with the following resolution.

Resolution

PowerShot A70 PowerShot A60

640 x 480 pixels –

320 x 240 pixels 320 x 240 pixels

160 x 120 pixels 160 x 120 pixels

Turn the shooting mode dial to the desired

1

Shooting mode.

Press the

2

Select L* (2048 x 1536 or 1600 x 1200)

3

using the up or down button.

* The current setting is displayed.

Select the resolution you wish to set using

4

the left or right button.

Excluding

Press the

5

button.

PowerShot A70
screen shown

PowerShot A70
screen shown

Number of recordable images
(Only displayed when the resolution,
compression or file format is selected)

button.

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Select the compression you wish to set

6

using the left or right button.

You can shoot the image right after selecting settings by
pressing the shutter button. This screen will appear again,
once the image is shot.

Press the

7

Shoot the image.

8

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• Some settings are not available with certain Shooting
modes. Please refer to

Shooting Mode

• Size of an image file (approximate) (p.216)

• Types of CF cards and resolution (p. 215)

• The resolution and compression settings are affected by
the Shooting mode selection as follows (only the
resolution in

Initial Shooting
Mode

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Next Shooting Mode

button.

(p. 224)

mode).

Functions Available in Each

Resolution and
Compression after Change

Settings change to those of the next mode

Settings do not change

Settings change to those of the next mode

Settings do not change

Settings change to those of the next mode

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Using the Flash

Use the flash according to the guidelines below.

The flash fires automatically as
Red-eye reduction,
Auto

Auto

Red-eye reduction,
Flash on

Flash on The flash always fires.
Flash off The flash does not fire.

Press the button to switch between flash

1

modes.

• The selected flash mode appears on the LCD monitor.

• You can switch between settings by pressing the
button.

required by the lighting level, and
the red-eye reduction lamp fires
each time the main flash fires.

The flash fires automatically as
required by the lighting level.

The red-eye reduction lamp and the
flash always fire.

Shooting

When the red-eye reduction function is on

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When the red-eye reduction function is off

Shoot the image.

2

• The flash will fire if the indicator beside the viewfinder
lights orange when the shutter button is pressed halfway.
(Does not fire in

• Shooting procedures are the same as for the
(p. 60).

.)

mode

Setting the Red-eye Reduction Function

The red-eye reduction lamp fires when the flash is used in
dark areas. This prevents light from reflecting back from
the eyes and making them appear red.

In the [ (Rec.)] menu, set (Red-eye)

1

to [On].

appears on the LCD monitor.

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Red-Eye Reduction

When shooting with the red-eye reduction function, the
subjects must look right at the red-eye reduction lamp for
this mode to be effective. Try asking them to look directly at
the lamp. Even better results can be obtained by shooting
with the lens set to a wide angle, increasing the lighting in
indoor settings or approaching closer to the subject.

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When shooting with a high ISO sensitivity and using the
flash, there is more of a chance of overexposure the
closer you are to the subject.

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• Some settings are not available with certain Shooting
modes. Please refer to

Shooting Mode

Functions Available in Each

(p. 224).

• The flash fires twice. A pre-flash will fire and will be
followed by the main flash. The pre-flash is used by the
camera to obtain the subject’s exposure data so that the
main flash can be set to the optimal intensity for the
shot.

• The fastest shutter speed for flash synchronization is 1/
500 second. The camera automatically resets the
shutter speed to 1/500 second if a faster speed is
selected.

• The flash fires with automatic adjustments when
shooting in modes other than the
shooting in

mode, the flash fires with the manually

mode. When

set adjustments.

mode, the [Flash Output] option can be changed

•In
(p. 112).

• Shots cannot be taken while the flash is charging.

• 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.

• The flash setting is saved when the camera is turned off

, , and Shooting modes.

in the

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Portrait Mode

Use this mode when you want the subject to appear
sharp and the background to blur.

Turn the shooting mode

1

dial to

Shooting procedures are the same as for the Mode
(p. 60).

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• For functions available in this mode, see page 224.

• To best achieve the effect of the background gradually
fading, compose the image so that the upper half of the
subject’s body fills most of the viewfinder or LCD
monitor.

• The background gets increasingly indistinct the more
you adjust the focal length toward telephoto.

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.

Landscape Mode

Use this mode to shoot expansive landscape scenes.

Turn the shooting mode

1

dial to

Shooting procedures are the same as for the Mode
(p. 60).

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• For functions available in this mode, see page 224.

• Since a slow shutter speed is often selected in

mode, use a tripod to shoot if the (camera shake
warning) icon appears on the LCD monitor.

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.

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Night Scene Mode

Use this mode to capture human subjects against the
backdrop of an evening sky or night scene. The people
are illuminated with light from the flash while the backdrop
is captured at a slow shutter speed so that both appear
correctly exposed.

Turn the shooting mode dial to .

1

Shooting procedures are the same as for the mode
(p. 60).

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Always use a tripod to prevent camera shake in this
mode.

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• For functions available in this mode, see page 224.

• Warn people to stay still for a few seconds after the
flash fires because of the slow shutter speed.

• Using the
similar to that of the

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mode in daylight will produce an effect

mode.

Fast Shutter

Use this mode to shoot fast moving objects.

Turn the shooting mode

1

dial to

Shooting procedures are the same as for the mode
(p. 60).

.

Shooting

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• For functions available in this mode, see page 224.

• Noise in the recorded image may increase if you shoot

dark subjects.

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Slow Shutter

Use this mode to shoot moving objects to make them
appear blurred such as river rapids.

Turn the shooting mode

1

dial to

Shooting procedures are the same as for the mode
(p. 60).

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Always use a tripod to prevent camera shake in this
mode.

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For functions available in this mode, see page 224.

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.

Stitch Assist Mode

Use this mode when taking shots that you want to
combine into a panorama. To create the panorama itself,
you must stitch the images together at your computer.

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To create the panorama at your computer, use the
PhotoStitch software that came with your camera.

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Framing a Subject

The PhotoStitch program detects the overlapping portions
of adjoining images and merges them. When shooting, try
to include a distinctive item (landmark) in the overlapping
portions.

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• Compose each frame so that it overlaps 30 to 50 % of
the adjoining image. Try to keep the vertical misalign-
ment to within 10 % of the image height.

• Do not include moving items in the overlap.

• Do not try to stitch images that include both distant and
close items. Objects may appear warped or doubled up.

• Make the brightness in each image consistent. The final
image will appear unnatural if the difference in bright-
ness is too great.

• For good results, pan (swivel) the camera to take
successive shots.

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

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Shooting

Turn the shooting mode dial to .

1

The LCD monitor will turn on.

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Select the shooting sequence using the

2

left or right button and press the

button.

You can also press the shutter button directly to shoot
without pressing

Shoot the first image.

3

The exposure and white balance settings are set and
locked with the first image.

Compose and shoot the second image so

4

that it overlaps the first.

• Minor discrepancies in the overlap can be corrected with
the software.

• An image can be retaken. Press the left or right button to
return to that frame.

Use the same procedures to shoot the

5

remaining frames.

A maximum of 26 images can be recorded either
horizontally or vertically.

.

Sequence

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Press the

6

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• A custom white balance setting (p. 103) cannot be set in

mode. To use a custom white balance setting, first

set it in another Shooting mode.

• The settings in place for the first image are locked in
and cannot be changed for subsequent shots.

• A TV cannot be used as the monitor for shooting in this
mode.

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button after the last shot.

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Movie Mode

Use this mode to shoot movie frames. The resolution can
be set to either [

(320 × 240)] or [

[

Turn the shooting mode dial to .

1

The LCD monitor turns on and displays the maximum
recording time (in seconds).

Press the shutter button all the way.

2

• Shooting and sound recording starts simultaneously.

• During the shooting a red circle appears in the upper right
of the LCD monitor.

Press the shutter button all the way to

3

stop recording the movie.

• The maximum length of individual movie clips
(approximately 15 frames/second) is about 30 seconds*
at the

setting and about 3 minutes* at the

* Using and optional Canon FC-256MH CF Card (not sold in

some regions)
When using the CF card supplied with the camera, the
maximum length is approximately 14 sec.

(640 × 480)] (PowerShot A70 only) or

(160 × 120)] (p. 64).

setting (PowerShot A70 only), 3 minutes at the

setting.

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These times may vary with the subject and shooting
conditions. Recording will automatically stop when the
maximum is reached or when the CF cards runs out of
free capacity.
Filming may stop unexpectedly with certain types of CF
card (if it is a slow-recording card, if it has been formatted
on a different camera or a computer, or if images have
been shot and erased repeatedly).

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• You are recommended to use a CF card that has been
formatted in your camera to shoot movies (p. 134). The
card supplied with the camera may be used without
further formatting. In addition, you are recommended to
use the optional FC-256MH CF Card (not sold in some
regions) to shoot movies with the

setting.

• Be careful not to touch the microphone while shooting.

• The AE, AF, white balance and zoom settings are set
and locked to the settings of the first frame.

• If the indicator on the left side of the viewfinder 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.

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• For functions available in this mode, see page 224.

• Sound is recorded monaurally.

• There is no shutter sound in movie mode.

• QuickTime 3.0 or higher is required to replay movie files
(AVI / Motion JPEG) on a computer. (QuickTime (for
Windows) is bundled on the supplied Digital Camera
Solution Disk. On the Macintosh platform, QuickTime

3.0 or later is generally bundled with Mac OS 8.5 or later
operating system.)

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Macro Mode

Use the macro mode to shoot close-ups of subjects in the
range of 5 to 46 cm (2.0 in. to 1.5 ft.) at wide angle end
and 26 to 46 cm (10 in. to 1.5 ft.) at telephoto end.

Press the

1

monitor on.

Press the button.

2

• The icon appears on the LCD monitor.

• Pressing the
monitor disappears cancels the macro mode.

Shoot the image.

3

• The indicator beside the viewfinder will light yellow when
the shutter button is pressed halfway.

• Shooting procedures are the same as for the
(p. 60).

button to turn the LCD

button until the icon on the LCD

Shooting

Mode

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• Some settings are not available with certain Shooting
modes. Please refer to

Shooting Mode

(p. 224).

Functions Available in Each

• Always use the LCD monitor to compose images in
macro mode. Shooting with the viewfinder is possible,
though, the parallax phenomenon may cause images
composed with the optical viewfinder to be off-center (p.

33).

• When the lens is zoomed out to the wide angle end, the
recordable area is 55 × 41 mm (2.2 in. × 1.6 in.)*
at telephoto end, it is 92 × 69 mm (3.6 in. × 2.7 in.).*

1

, and

2

• The exposure may not be optimal when the flash is used
in macro mode.

*1Closest focal distance.

2

*

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Maximum optical telephoto setting.

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Self-Timer

You can take pictures with the self-timer in any Shooting
mode.

Press the

1

Select * (Drive Mode) using the up or

2

button.

down button.

* The current setting is displayed.

Select or

3

and press the

When is selected, the shutter release will be delayed for
10 seconds, and when

will be delayed for 2 seconds, after you press the shutter
button.

Shoot the image.

4

• When is selected, the self-timer lamp starts blinking
when the shutter button is pressed all the way. The self-
timer sounds and the blinking gets faster two seconds
before the shutter activates.

• When

the beginning. The shutter activates in two seconds.

• Shooting procedures are the same as for the
(p. 60).

is selected, the self-timer lamp blinks fast from

using the left or right button

button.

is selected, the shutter release

Shooting

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You can change the self-timer sound by changing the
setting in [Selftimer Sound] in the [
menu (p. 181).

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Digital Zoom

When the LCD monitor is on, images can be zoomed with
the combined optical and digital zoom functions as follows
(figures are approximate.)

PowerShot A70:3.8 times, 4.8 times, 6.0 times, 7.4 times, and

PowerShot A60:3.8 times, 4.7 times, 6.0 times, and 7.5 times

9.6 times

Press the

1

monitor on.

Turn the shooting mode dial to any

2

Shooting mode except for

In the [ (Rec.)] menu, select (Digital

3

Zoom).

See

Selecting Menus and Settings

Select [On] using the left or right button

4

and press the

button to turn the LCD

or .

(p. 43).

button.

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Press the zoom lever toward and hold it.

5

• The lens will zoom to the maximum optical telephoto
setting and stop. Release the lever and press it toward
again to further zoom the image digitally.

• Press the lever toward

Shoot the image.

6

Shooting procedures are the same as for the mode
(p. 60).

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The digital zoom cannot be used when the LCD monitor is
off.

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Images become coarser the more they are digitally
zoomed.

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to zoom back out.

The combined magnifications
of the optical zoom and digital
zoom are displayed.

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Continuous Shooting

The camera will shoot continuously at the speed of
approx. 2.2 images per second* (PowerShot A70) or
approx. 2.6 images per second* (PowerShot A60) (When
the LCD monitor is OFF in Large/Fine mode).

* These figures reflect Canon’s testing standard, the actual figures will

vary according to the subject and shooting conditions. The actual
figures will vary according to the subject and shooting conditions.

Press the

1

Select * (Drive Mode) using the up or

2

down button.

* The current setting is displayed.

Select

3

press the

Press the shutter button halfway to lock

4

the focus.

Press the shutter button all the way to

5

shoot.

Shooting will stop when the shutter button is released.

using the left or right button and

button.

button.

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• The interval between frames may lengthen somewhat

when the internal memory becomes full.

• The flash can be used, but the interval between images

will lengthen to accommodate the flash recharge time.

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Shooting-Selecting Particular Effects

Camera settings such as shutter speed and aperture can
be freely changed for shooting.

See

Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode

224) at the end of this manual to find out which
settings can be changed in which Shooting modes.

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Please see Mode (p. 60) for shooting procedures
once you have changed a setting.

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Program AE

(p.

Use the program AE mode to have the camera automati-
cally set the shutter speed and aperture value to match
the brightness of the scene.

Turn the shooting mode dial to .

1

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Shoot the image.

2

• The shutter speed and aperture value will automatically
appear on the LCD monitor if it is on.

• The correct exposure has been set if the shutter speed
and aperture value show in white.

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• For functions available in this mode, see page 224.

• If a correct exposure cannot be obtained, the shutter

speed and aperture value show in red on the LCD
monitor. Use the following methods to obtain the correct
exposure and make them show in white.

- Use the flash.

- Change the ISO speed setting.

- Change the light metering mode.

Differences and Similarities between the
Modes.

• Both modes automatically select the shutter speed and

aperture value.

• The following settings can be adjusted in

not in

- Exposure Compensation - White Balance

- ISO Speed - Flash (Flash on)

- Photo Effects - Continuous Shooting

- Light Metering Mode - Manual Focus

- Auto Focus

• For the correlation between aperture value and shutter

speed, see page 93.

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and

mode, but

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Setting the Shutter Speed

When you set the shutter speed in the shutter speed-
priority AE mode, the camera automatically selects an
aperture value to match the brightness. Faster shutter
speeds allow you to catch an instantaneous image of a
moving subject while slower speeds create a flowing
effect and allow you to shoot without a flash in dark areas.

Turn the shooting mode dial to .

1

The shutter speed appears on the LCD monitor if it is on.

Select a speed using the left or right

2

button.

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Shoot the image.

3

The correct exposure has been set if the shutter speed and
aperture value show in white.

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• If the aperture value shows in red, the image is under

exposed (insufficient light) or overexposed (too much
light). Adjust the shutter speed using the left and right
buttons until the aperture value display turns to white.

• The nature of CCD image sensors is such that noise in

the recorded image increases at slow shutter speeds.
This camera, however, applies special processing to
images shot at shutter speeds slower than 1.3 seconds
to eliminate the noise, thereby producing high-quality
images. Nevertheless, a certain amount of processing
time may be required before the next image can be shot.

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• For functions available in this mode, see page 224.

• Please note that camera shake becomes a factor at low
shutter speeds. If the camera shake warning

appears
in the center of the LCD monitor, secure the camera to a
tripod before shooting.

• The aperture value and shutter speed change according
to the zoom state as follows.

Aperture

Shutter Speed

(seconds)

F 2.8 to 1/1250

Wide Angle F 3.2 - 4.0 to 1/1600

F 4.5 - 8.0 to 1/2000
F 4.8 to 1/1250

Telephoto F 5.6 - 7.1 to 1/1600

F 8.0 to 1/2000

• The fastest shutter speed for flash synchronization is 1/
500 second. The camera automatically resets the
shutter speed to 1/500 second if a faster speed is
selected (p. 69).

Shutter Speed Display

The numbers in the table below indicate the shutter
speed in seconds. For slower speeds, quote marks
indicate the decimal place, so that 0"3 indicates 0.3
second and 2" indicates 2 seconds.

1/2000 1/1600 1/1250 1/1000 1/800 1/640
1/500 1/400 1/320 1/250 1/200 1/160
1/125 1/100 1/80 1/60 1/50 1/40 1/30
1/25 1/20 1/15 1/13 1/10 1/8 1/6 1/5
1/4 0"3 0"4 0"5 0"6 0"8 1" 1"3 1"6
2" 2"5 3"2 4" 5" 6" 8" 10" 13" 15"

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Setting the Aperture

The aperture adjusts the amount of light that passes
through the lens. Selecting a lower aperture value
(opening the aperture) allows you to fade the background.
A higher aperture value (closing it) brings the entire range
from foreground to background into focus.

Turn the shooting mode dial to .

1

The aperture value appears on the LCD monitor if it is on.

Select a value using the left or right

2

button.

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Shoot the image.

3

The correct exposure has been set if the shutter speed and
aperture value show in white.

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• If the shutter speed shows in red on the LCD monitor,
the image is under exposed (insufficient light) or
overexposed (too much light). Adjust the aperture value
using the left and right buttons until the shutter speed
display turns white.

• Some aperture values may not be available with certain
zoom positions.

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• For functions available in this mode, see page 224.

• Please note that camera shake becomes a factor at low
shutter speeds. If the camera shake warning

appears
in the LCD monitor, secure the camera to a tripod before
shooting.

• In this mode, the shutter speed range with synchronized
flash is 1/60 second to 1/500 second. The aperture
value setting may therefore be changed automatically to
match the synchronized flash speed even if its value
was set previously.

Aperture Value Display

The larger the aperture value, the smaller the lens aperture.
F2.8 F3.2 F3.5 F4.0 F4.5 F4.8 F5.0 F5.6 F6.3 F7.1 F8.0

• For the correlation between aperture value and shutter
speed, see page 93.

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Manually Setting the Shutter Speed and Aperture

You can manually set the shutter speed and aperture to
achieve a particular effect. This is convenient for shooting
fireworks and other images where it is difficult to set the
correct exposure automatically.

Turn the shooting mode dial to .

1

The shutter speed and aperture value appears on the LCD
monitor if it is on.

Select a shutter speed using the left or

2

right button.

Press the

3

Select an aperture value using the left or

4

right button.

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button.