This guide is for both PowerShot S10 and PowerShot S20 digital cameras.
Please read the notice on the next page before using your camera for the first time.
Refer to this guide for camera operating instructions and the Software Starter Guide for computer and
software related instructions.
This user guide is for both the PowerShot S10 and PowerShot S20 models. The model shown in this
guide is the PowerShot S20. Unless otherwise noted, the menus and illustrations apply to both the
PowerShot S10 and PowerShot S20 models.
Precautions
Camera Body Temperature
If your camera is used for prolonged periods, the camera body may become warm. This is not a malfunction and
will not affect the camera’s performance or the stored images. 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, with more than 99.99%
of the pixels operating to specifications. Less than 0.01% of the pixels may occasionally misfire or appear as
black, red or green dots. This has no effect on the recorded image and does not constitute a malfunction.
About 2CR5 Lithium Batteries
• Please note that using 2CR5 lithium batteries at low temperatures will severely limit their performance. Even
new batteries may only provide power for a few shots. You can obtain more shots if you warm the battery in
your pocket immediately prior to use. When operating the camera at close to 32˚F (0˚C), keep the LCD
monitor off and compose images with the optical viewfinder.
• Even if the battery charge appears to be depleted while shooting at low temperature ("Lb" shows in the
display panel), the battery may still retain a charge when used at room temperature.
• You are advised to use a power kit (sold separately in some regions), a charged battery pack or an AC adapter
if you will be using the camera frequently at low temperatures, loading images onto a computer or
performing other tasks that require extended operation.
Notice: Please ensure that you read and follow the handling and safety precautions on
pages 5 to 10 of this guide before attempting to use the 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 Acknowledgments
• Canon and PowerShot are trademarks of Canon Inc.
• CompactFlash is a trademark of SanDisk Corporation.
• IBM is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation.
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the United States and/or other countries.
• Other names and products not mentioned above may be registered trademarks or trademarks of their respective
companies.
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:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and
receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit
different from that to which the receiver is
connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV
technician for help.
Use of shielded cable is required to comply with Class B
limits in Subpart B of Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Do not make any changes or modifications to the
equipment unless otherwise specified in the manual. If
such changes or modifications should be made, you
could be required to stop operation of the equipment.
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Table of Contents
Read This First ............................................ 5
Preparing the Camera
Guide to Components ............................... 11
Front View ........................................... 11
Back View ........................................... 12
Index .......................................................... 80
Canon Customer Support ........................ 82
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Read This First
Thank you for purchasing a Canon product. Please ensure that you read
and understand these handling and safety precautions before you
operate your camera and equipment.
Please Read
Test Shots
Before you shoot images of subjects of importance to you, we highly recommend that you shoot several
trial images to confirm that you are operating the camera correctly. Please note that Canon Inc., its
subsidiaries and affiliates, and distributors of its digital cameras are not liable for any consequential
damages arising from any malfunction of a PowerShot camera or CompactFlash™ card (CF card) resulting
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 PowerShot 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.
Use of the Equipment in a Foreign Country
This camera is manufactured according to the specifications of the country in which it is sold and the
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.
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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 and its power supply
accessories.
WARNINGS
• Do not aim the camera directly into the sun or at other intense light sources that could injure 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 injure eyesight. In particular, remain at least 39 inches (one meter) 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 wrist strap around the
child’s neck could result in asphyxiation.
• Be particularly careful to keep the button batteries (CR2016 lithium) used in the camera out of the reach
of children. Seek medical assistance immediately if a child swallows a battery.
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• 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 should emit smoke or noxious fumes. Failure to do so
may result in fire or electrical shock. Immediately turn the camera’s mode dial to the Off position and
remove the camera battery or unplug the power cord from the electrical outlet. Confirm that smoke or
fume emissions cease. Please consult your camera distributor or the closest Canon Customer Support
Help Desk.
• 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 mode dial to the Off position and remove the
camera battery or unplug the power cord from the electrical outlet. Please consult your camera
distributor or the closest Canon Customer Support Help Desk.
• Prevent the equipment from contact with, or immersion in, water and 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 mode dial to Off and remove the camera
battery 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.
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• 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.
• 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. Replace a broken or damaged
power adapter cord.
• 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 rigid 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.
• 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.
• To connect an interface cable to a port other than a USB port, power down the computer and unplug
the power cord before attempting to connect it to avoid the risk of electrical shock.
• 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.
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• Do not short-circuit the battery terminals with metallic objects, such as key holders. It could lead to
overheating, burns and other injuries. Use the supplied battery case to transport or store the battery
pack.
• 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.
• Use only the recommended compact power adapter to charge the Battery Pack NB-5H rechargeable
batteries. Use of chargers not expressly recommended may result in overheating, distortion, fire or
electrical shock.
• Disconnect the compact power adapter from both the camera and electrical outlet after recharging and
when the camera is not in use to avoid fires and other hazards.
• The camera terminal of the compact power cord is designed for exclusive use with the PowerShot S10 and
PowerShot S20. Do not use it with other products or batteries. There is a risk of fire and other hazards.
CAUTION
• 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.
Read This First
• Do not store the equipment in humid or dusty areas. Storage in these areas could lead to fire, electrical
shock or other damage.
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• 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 wrist 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.
• 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.
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.
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Extended Storage
When not using the camera for extended periods of time, remove the battery (except the CR2016 lithium
button battery) and store the equipment in a safe place. Storing the camera for extended periods with a
battery installed will run down the battery and may damage the camera.
Preparing the Camera
Guide to Components
This section explains how to install the batteries, CF
card and wrist strap.
Front View
• Lens
• AF Auxiliary Light Emitter
• Optical Viewfinder Window (p. 27)
• Display Panel (p. 15)
• Red-Eye Reduction Lamp (p. 31)
• Flash (p. 30)
• VIDEO OUT Terminal (p. 25)
• Button Battery Holder (p. 67)
• DIGITAL Terminal*
• DIGITAL Terminal Cover
* Used when the camera is connected to a computer.
Open the cover and connect the interface cable to the
camera’s digital terminal and the computer. See the
Software Starter Guide for additional information.
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Back View
• Optical Viewfinder (p. 27)
• Tripod Socket
• LCD Monitor* (p. 27)
• CF Card Slot Cover (p. 20)
• Lock for CF Card Slot Cover (p. 20)
• Strap Holder (p. 24)
• DC Coupler Cable Cover
• Battery Cover (p. 17)
• Battery Cover Lock (p. 17)
* 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 black or red dots. This has no effect on the
recorded image and does not constitute a
malfunction.
The Mode Dial is used to select the recording
and play modes.
• (Off)
Turn the dial to this position when the camera
is not being used. The lens cover will close and
the camera will power down. (p. 26)
• (Image Mode)
A recording mode with settings adjusted to
specific circumstances, such as landscapes, night
scenes and black and white images. (p. 36)
• (Stitch Assist Mode)
A recording mode that facilitates the creation
of a multi-frame panorama that you merge
with the supplied software. (p. 37)
• (Play Mode)
The mode that allows images recorded on a CF
card to be replayed and erased. (pp. 33, 50)
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• (Auto Mode)
A recording mode in which the camera
automatically selects most of the settings. (p. 30)
• (Manual Mode)
A recording mode in which the image
compression and resolution, exposure
compensation and white balance can be
manually selected. (p. 35)
• (PC Mode)
The mode for exchanging image files with a
connected computer. (See the SoftwareStarter Guide)
• “PC” will appear in the display panel
when a connection to a computer is
established.
Display Panel
The camera status is shown in the display panel.
Settings, the remaining image capacity and the
battery charge are among the data it displays.
Remaining
Image
Capacity
: Flash On
: Flash Off
: Red-Eye Reduction
: Macro Mode
: Single Mode
: Continuous Mode
: Self-Timer Mode
: White Balance On
: Low Battery
• The above example shows all the symbols
appearing at once for illustration
purposes. In fact, only the applicable
symbols are displayed at any one time.
• Operating codes and error codes may
also appear in the display panel. (p. 73)
: Exposure
Compensation On
: Beep On
: Super Fine
: Fine
: Normal
: Large
: Middle
: Small
Indicators
The indicators shine or flash when the shutter
button is pressed to signal various states.
• Upper Indicator
Green:Ready to record
Flashing Green:Recording to CF card/
Reading CF card
Red:Ready to record with flash
Flashing Red:Camera blur warning (low
light warning)
• Lower Indicator
Orange:Macro mode
Preparing the Camera
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Preparing the Battery Pack
Battery Pack NB-5H, Compact Power Adapter
CA-PS100/100E, power cords, DC Coupler
DR-100A and 2CR5 lithium batteries are sold
separately in some regions.
To confirm the package contents, see the
back of the System Map packaged with
your camera.
Charging the Battery Pack
Use the procedures below to fully charge
Battery Pack NB-5H.
To AC Electrical Outlet
AC Power Cord
• The CHARGING indicator will flash green while
the battery pack is charging. It will change to a
steady green when the battery pack is charged.
• Remove the plug from the electrical outlet
after the battery pack is charged.
• It takes approximately 90 minutes to
charge the battery pack, taking it from a
completely discharged state to a fully
charged one. (Based on Canon standard
testing conditions using Compact Power
Adapter CA-PS100/100E.)
• Charge times will vary according to the
ambient temperature and the charge
state of the battery pack.
• To protect and prolong the battery pack
life, do not charge it longer than 24
hours at a time.
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Battery Pack
NB-5H
Compact Power Adapter
CA-PS100/100E
• Do not charge the battery pack in poorly
ventilated areas.
• Do not charge batteries other than
Battery Pack NB-5H with the compact
power adapter.
CHARGING Indicator
• The battery pack continues to discharge
a minimal portion of its power while
installed in the camera, even with the
camera power off. This will shorten the
battery life. Remove it from the camera
during extended periods of disuse. Place
it into the case provided and store it in a
cool, dry place. Be sure to charge it fully
before using it after a period of
extended storage.
• Repeated recharging before the charge
is completely discharged may diminish
the charge capacity. Completely
discharge and fully charge the battery
pack several times to restore its capacity.
• If the time over which the battery pack
can be used diminishes substantially
even when it is fully charged, the battery
pack should be replaced.
Installing the Battery
Install the 2CR5 lithium battery or the
rechargeable Battery Pack NB-5H.
1Turn the Mode Dial to the position.
2Slide the battery cover lock in the
direction of the arrow and open the
battery cover.
3Install the battery as shown in the
diagram.
Preparing the Camera
2CR5
Lithium
Battery
Battery Terminals
Battery
Pack
NB-5H
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4Close the battery cover.
• A flashing green indicator signals that
an image is being written to, or read
from, the CF card. Do not open the
battery cover while this is in process.
• Remove the battery from the camera
when the camera is not in active use.
• Use the rechargeable Battery Pack NB5H or the AC adapter (sold separately in
some regions) when you use the camera
for an extended period of time.
• Replace the supplied 2CR5 lithium
battery with a new one of the same
type.
Lithium Batteries
• The performance of lithium batteries is
severely reduced at low temperatures.
Consequently, you may only be able to
take a few pictures, even with a brand
new 2CR5 lithium battery. To improve
the performance at low temperatures,
warm the battery in your pocket before
using it in the camera. It is also
advisable to shut off the LCD monitor
and use the optical viewfinder to
compose images at temperatures close
to 32˚F (0˚C).
• A lithium battery that appears to have
lost its charge at cold temperatures may
still be usable at room temperature.
• Do not use a lithium battery that has
been used in another camera. A
malfunction may result.
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Battery Performance
Using the AC Adapter
PowerShot S10/PowerShot S20
No. of Images
LCD MonitorOnLCD Monitor
Off
Battery Pack NB-5H
(fully charged)
2CR5 Lithium Battery
(Sanyo Brand, new)
* The actual performance may vary from the above
data according to the shooting conditions and the
selected recording mode.
You are recommended to use the AC adapter
when you will be using the camera for a
relatively long period of time. Attach the AC
adapter as shown below.
Cable Cover
Camera
Indicator
(DC Output)
DC Coupler
DR-100A
Compact Power Adapter
DC Terminal
• The CAMERA indicator on the compact
power adapter will shine red when it is
powering the camera.
• Always remove the plug from the electrical
outlet when you have finished using the
camera.
Preparing the Camera
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• Battery Pack NB-5H cannot be charged
while the compact power adapter is
used to power the camera.
• Do not use the compact power adapter
to power any device other than one for
which Battery Pack NB-5H is specified.
3Insert the CF card with the label facing up
and the arrow pointing in as viewed from
the camera back, pushing it gently in
until the slot’s eject button is fully
extended.
Arrow
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Installing a CF Card
• Please note that CF cards formatted or
edited in another manufacturer’s
camera or application program may not
operate correctly in the camera.
1Turn the Mode Dial to the
2Slide the lock for the CF card slot cover to
the open position and open the cover.
position.
Label
CF Card Eject Button
(Push to eject)
* The CF card supplied with the camera may vary
from the one shown in this guide.
4Close the CF card slot cover gently but
firmly until it locks.
• Never turn off the power or remove the CF
card while the camera is writing to, reading
from, or erasing from, the CF card.
About CF Cards
• CF cards are high-precision electronic
devices. Do not bend, apply force to, 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
may lead to a malfunction. To avoid
condensation, place the CF card into 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.
• Place the CF card in the supplied case
for storage.
• Do not use or store CF cards in the
following types of location.
* These figures reflect standard shooting conditions
established by Canon. Actual totals may vary
according to the subject and shooting conditions.
* Some CF cards are not sold in some regions.
• L (Large), M (Middle) and S (Small) indicate the
recording resolution as follows.
PowerShot S10PowerShot S20
(Large)
(Middle)
(Small)
(Super Fine), (Fine) and (Normal) indicate
•
1600 x 1200 pixels
1280 x 960 pixels
800 x 600 pixels
the compression, or the relative extent to which the
image data is compressed.
PowerShot S20
3
6
14
7
16
33
15
31
64
8
17
36
22
44
91
40
82
167
17
36
74
46
94
192
87
176
355
2048 x 1536 pixels
1024 x 768 pixels
640 x 480 pixels
136
252
111
289
533
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Preparing the Camera
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97
55
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Precautions with CF Cards
Please note that the PC card icon may take a
moment (about 1 minute) to appear on the
Taskbar of certain computers after insertion in
a PC card slot. If this occurs, you should delete
the Windows standard driver and install the
SanDisk ATA FlashDisk device driver. The
procedures are described below. Please
consult your computer manufacturer if you
are uncertain about these procedures.
How to Remove the Windows Standard
Driver
1. Insert the CF card (with adapter) into the
PC card slot. Right-click the [My computer] icon and select [Properties].
2. The System Properties dialog will appear.
Click the [Device Manager] tab and select
[View devices by connection] check box at
the top.
4. When the Confirm Device Removal dialog
appears, click the [OK] button.
5. Close the System Properties dialog.
6. Remove the CF card from the slot.
How to Install the SanDisk ATA FlashDisk
Device Driver
1. Insert the CF card into the PC card slot.
2. The New Hardware Found dialog will
appear. Choose the [Select from a list of
alternative drivers] option and click the
[OK] button.
3. Select the [Show all devices] option in the
Select Device dialog.
4. Select [SanDisk] in the Manufacturers
category. SanDisk ATA FlashDisk will
automatically be selected in the Models
category. Finish by clicking the [OK]
button.
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3. Click the [Computer] option, select the
device with the PC card icon and click the
[Remove] button.
Setting the Date and Time
Setting the Menu Language
The Set Date/Time menu will appear the first
time the camera is turned on after it is
purchased. Use the following procedures to
set the correct date and time.
1Turn the Mode Dial to the ,,
, or position. The Set Date/
Time menu will display the first time the
camera is turned on.
The factory
default for the
date format
may differ
from that
shown in some
regions.
2Set the date, time and date format.
• Use the or button to select a field,
such as month, day, year, hour, minute or
date format.
• Use the
or buttons to adjust the
value in a field.
3Press the SET button
• To cancel the setting without changing
the date or time, press the Menu button.
You can change the language in which messages
are displayed. The language menu may appear
differently on cameras in some regions.
1Turn the Mode Dial to the position.
2Press and hold the SET button, then press
the
Language menu.
3Use the
language and the SET button to execute
the selection.
/JUMP button to display the
and buttons to select a
• The menu language can also be set with
standard Setup menu procedures (p. 66).
Preparing the Camera
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Attaching the Wrist Strap
1Slip the small loop at the end of the wrist
strap through the strap holder.
Strap holder
3Pull the strap through the loop until the
loop slips over the plastic part of the
strap.
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2Pass the other end of the wrist strap
through the small loop.
• Be careful not to wave the camera
about or to catch it on other items
when holding it by the wrist strap.
Connecting to a TV
The supplied video cable (VC-100) can be
used to connect the camera to a TV to use the
TV as a viewfinder for recording or a monitor
for playback.
1Turn the Mode Dial to the position.
5Turn the camera Mode Dial to the
,, or position.
You can now record or play images using the
regular procedures and the resultant images
will display on the TV screen. If you are
recording with the camera and the LCD
monitor is off, press the DISPLAY button to
have images display on the TV screen.
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Preparing the Camera
2Turn off the TV.
3Connect the video cable to the VIDEO
OUT terminal on the camera and the
Video In jack on the TV.
VIDEO OUT
Terminal
Video Cable
4Turn on the TV and adjust its settings to
video input.
• The TV connection cannot be used for
the Stitch Assist mode.
• The LCD monitor is blank while images
are displayed on the TV monitor.
• The TV screen may go blank between
images in replay mode.
• Due to the different video signals used
throughout the world [NTSC/PAL], a
camera purchased in one region of the
world may not display images when
connected to a TV from another region.
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Basic Functions
Now that you have prepared the camera, you are
ready to try it out. This section explains the basic
procedures for recording, replaying and erasing
images. Try each procedure as you read along.
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Before Shooting
Turning the Power On/Off
1Turn the Mode Dial to any position other
than
camera power is off when the Mode Dial
is set to
Power Save Function
• Shooting Mode
When the LCD monitor is on, it will automatically shut off after approximately 3 minutes if
no functions are accessed. If a further 30
minutes, approximately, pass without a function
being accessed, the camera will power down.
to power the camera. The
and on in any other position.
In Stitch Assist mode, the camera powers down
after approximately 3 minutes if no functions
are accessed.
When the LCD monitor is off, the camera will
power down after approximately 30 minutes if
no functions are accessed.
• Play Mode
The camera will power down after approximately 30 minutes if no functions are accessed.
• PC Mode
A warning message will display on the computer
monitor after approximately 5 minutes if no
functions are accessed. The camera will
automatically power down 1 minute after that if
no functions are accessed (except when the
camera is powered by an AC adapter).
Press the shutter button halfway to
restore power to the camera after the
power save function has activated.
Please note that the power save
function will not activate while images
are being replayed in a slide show.
Using the Viewfinder
The camera is equipped with an optical
viewfinder for composing ordinary photographs.
Viewfinder
Using the LCD Monitor
Use the LCD monitor to compose close-up
images in macro mode.
Basic functions
LCD Monitor
1Look through the viewfinder to align the
camera with the primary subject.
The square brackets (autofocus metering
field) in the viewfinder should be placed on
the primary subject.
Square Brackets in
Viewfinder
1Press the DISPLAY button.
The button switches the LCD monitor
between the on, information view and off
modes with each push.
2Look at the image appearing in the LCD
monitor to compose the shot.
Try to align the primary subject in the center
of the screen.
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• The following data is shown in information
view.
Zoom Indicator
Built-in Memory
Display
Macro Mode
Shooting Methods
Flash
Exposure Compensation
White Balance
Compression
Resolution
• The last on/off setting of the LCD monitor is
saved when the power is manually shut off.
The camera will automatically restore the
LCD monitor to the last setting at startup.
• However, until the battery is replaced, the
LCD monitor will not turn on automatically
if a low battery caused the power to shut
off automatically.
• The image in the LCD monitor will darken
when struck by direct sunlight or strong illumination. This does not constitute a malfunction.
Using the Shutter Button
The shutter button features a two-stage action.
Pressing Halfway
Lightly press the shutter button halfway to
automatically set the exposure and focus
settings. The camera will beep twice and the
upper indicator will shine green (red for flash)
when the metering is finished.
• The lower indicator will also shine orange
when the camera is ready in macro mode.
Pressing Fully
Press the button all the way down to activate
the shutter. The beep will sound once. The
upper indicator will flash green while the
image is being recorded onto the CF card.
• The recorded image will be temporarily stored in
the camera’s built-in memory and then be written
to the CF card. As long as there is sufficient builtin memory free, the next image can be recorded
immediately after the previous image.
• With the LCD monitor in information view
mode, you can view the status of the image
being written to the CF card with the memory
display (built-in) at the bottom right.
•
The camera blur warning icon () will appear
at the center of the LCD monitor and the
upper indicator will flash red when there is
insufficient light. Activate the flash or secure
the camera on a tripod before shooting.
Setting the Zoom
The zoom can be adjusted to any setting in the
35 to 70 mm range for the PowerShot S10 and
the 32 to 64 mm range for the PowerShot S20
in 35 mm film equivalent terms.
Telephoto/Wide Angle Settings
Button: zooms in on subject (telephoto).
Subject appears closer.
Button:zooms out from subject (wide angle).
Subject appears more distant.
Confirm the setting
with the zoom
indicator.
The digital zoom
range is indicated
by the blue portion
(information view).
Digital Zoom
The digital zoom function can be activated by
continuing to press the
button after it seems
to have reached the end. It will further zoom the
center of the field by 2 or 4 times. (This function
combines the optical zoom with a digital
teleconverter feature. Please note that the
resolution is not enhanced when an image is
zoomed.)
The digital zoom can be activated when the LCD
monitor is on and the digital zoom function (p. 47)
is set to On in the Recording menu.
• The image shown in the LCD monitor will
be coarse when the digital zoom is active.
You can confirm the true quality of the
recorded image immediately after
recording. See Review Feature. (p. 48)
Shortcut
Double-click the button with the
lens zoomed out to its furthest extent
to activate the digital zoom function
directly.
Basic functions
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Shooting in Auto Mode
In auto mode, the focus, exposure and flash
settings are automatically set, making it
possible for anyone to photograph effortlessly.
The resolution is preset to Large and the
compression to Fine and these settings cannot
be changed in this mode.
1Turn the Mode Dial to the position.
2Point the camera at the center of the
subject.
3Choose how close you wish the subject to
appear with the
4Press the shutter button halfway and
wait for two beeps to sound.
5Press the shutter button the rest of the
way. One beep will sound and the shutter
will activate.
or button.
• In auto mode, the flash can be set to
Off and the macro and self-timer
features can be used, but the settings
are reset to the defaults when the
Mode Dial is turned to another position.
Using the Flash
Use the flash as required by the shooting
conditions.
1Turn the Mode Dial to the position.
• You can also use the flash with the Mode
Dial set to the
2Press the button to cycle through the
flash settings.
, or position.
(No symbol appears)
Flash fires automatically
as required by the light
levels.
(Red-Eye Reduction)
Flash fires using the redeye reduction function.
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(Flash On)
Flash fires with every
shot.
(Flash Off)
Flash will not fire
3Shoot.
• The flash is set to fire when the indicator
shines red.
Flash Settings
The flash cannot be fired in certain shooting
modes.
Red-Eye Reduction
The red-eye phenomenon is caused by
light reflecting back from eyes photographed in dark areas with a flash. It can
be prevented by recording in the
redeye reduction mode.
The mode reduces the red-eye appearance
by lighting an incandescent lamp when
the shutter button is pressed halfway.
Using the Self-Timer
1Turn the Mode Dial to the position.
• You can also use the self-timer with the
Mode Dial set to the
position.
, or
Basic functions
Auto Flash Red-Eye Reduction On Off
Auto
Manual
Image
Stitch Assist
Note:◊ indicates modes in which the flash setting can
only be adjusted for the first image.
•
••••
••••
--
--
•
◊◊
2Press the button.
3Press the shutter button.
The self-timer indicator will flash and the
shutter will activate after 10 seconds. The
flashing will accelerate two seconds prior to
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the shutter activation. To deactivate the selftimer mode, press the
• Turn the Mode Dial to
self-timed shot after the shutter button
has been pressed.
button.
to cancel a
Using the Focus Lock
Use the focus lock to bring a main subject at
the edges of a composition into focus or
when the subject is not suited to autofocus
photography.
1Turn the Mode Dial to the ,,
or position.
2Aim the camera directly at the subject so
that it is centered in the viewfinder.
3Press the shutter button halfway and
wait until the two beeps sound.
4Keep your finger on the shutter button,
reorient the camera to the desired
composition, and press the shutter button
all the way.
A beep will sound and the shutter will activate.
Situations Not Suited to Autofocus
Photography
The following situations are not suited
to autofocus photography.
• Subjects with extremely low contrast
• Subjects that mix close objects with
distant objects
• Subjects with extremely bright objects
at the center of the image
• Subjects that are moving quickly
To take photographs under these
conditions lock the forcus on an object
the same distance away from the
camera as the one you wish to photograph and then reposition the camera
to achieve your desired shot.
When recording through glass, try to
shoot as close to the glass as possible to
reduce the chances of light reflecting
back off the glass.
• Please see the next section, Shooting,
pages 35 to 49, for a description of
other shooting features.
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Replaying Images
Photographed images can be viewed in play
mode on the LCD monitor.
1Turn the Mode Dial to the position.
The last photographed image will appear in
the display (single image replay).
3Press the
Nine images are shown at once (multi image
replay). Each press of the
the display between the single and multi
image replay modes.
4Use the
move the selection to a particular image.
button.
button cycles
Selected
Image
, , and buttons to
Basic functions
2Use the
the previous or next image.
and buttons to switch to
5Turn the Mode Dial to
replay mode.
• Please see Replaying, pages 50 to 59, for
a description of other replay features.
to cancel the
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Erasing Single Images
1Turn the Mode Dial to the position.
2Press the MENU button.
5Select [OK] with the
SET button.
To erase additional images, repeat steps 4
and 5. To stop partway through the
procedure, select [Cancel]. Press the SET
button.
button. Press the
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3Use the
Erase]. Press the SET button.
4Use the
image. Press the SET button.
button to select the [Single
and buttons to select an
6Press the MENU button to stop erasing.
7Turn the Mode Dial to
.
Shortcut
The erase confirmation menu can be
directly displayed by holding the Set
button and pressing the
• Please see Erasing, pages 60 to 62, for a
description of other erasing features.
button.
Shooting
This section explains how to photograph in the
Manual, Image and Stitch Assist modes. Read this
section for a detailed understanding of the general
recording features.
Shooting in Manual Mode
In this mode, you can manually select features
such as resolution, compression, exposure
compensation and white balance settings.
1Turn the Mode Dial to the position.
2Adjust the settings as required.
• You can adjust all settings, such as the flash,
continuous shooting, exposure compensation, white balance, image quality (gain,
contrast and sharpness) and the AE lock.
• The camera remembers these settings,
except for the macro, self-timer and
continuous mode settings, even when the
Mode Dial is turned to another position or
the battery is replaced.
In image mode, the camera automatically
optimizes its shooting settings for specific
circumstances, such as landscapes, moving
objects, night scenes and black and white
images.
Landscape:for recording broad
expanses of scenery
Fast Shutter:for recording fast moving
objects, such as sports
figures
Slow Shutter:for recording moving
objects to make them
appear blurred, such as
river rapids
Night Scene:for recording night shots of
scenery or people against
dark backgrounds
Black & White: for recording monochrome
images
1Turn the Mode Dial to the IMAGE position.
• The LCD monitor will turn on.
2Use the
and buttons to select an
image mode. Press the SET button.
• To change the selected image mode, press
the SET button again.
3Shoot.
• The AE lock, exposure metering method
and image quality adjustments (gain,
sharpness and contrast) cannot be
adjusted in this mode.
• The macro mode is not available in the
(Landscape) and (Night Scene)
modes.
• The white balance cannot be adjusted
in the
(Black & White) mode.
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Shooting in Stitch Assist Mode
In Stitch Assist mode, you can shoot images
that overlap for later merging into a panorama
with software on a computer. Images can be
photographed in horizontal, vertical or 2 x 2
arrangements.
• Please use the supplied PhotoStitch
program to merge the images on a
computer.
Vertical Series
Shooting
Horizontal Series
2 x 2 (Matrix)
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What is the Stitch Function?
• Stitching is the process of merging
digital camera images so that the seams
are invisible. Expansive scenes can be
dynamically presented in their entirety.
How to Frame a Subject
The stitch function detects the overlapping
portions of adjoining images and merges
them. When shooting, try to include a
distinctive item in the overlapping portion.
• Compose each frame so that it overlaps
30% to 50% of the width of the adjoining
image. Try to keep any vertical misalignment
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 as consistent as
possible. The final image will appear
unnatural if the difference in brightness is
too large.
Camera Positioning
Landscapes
To record distant landscapes, pan the camera
(tilt or swivel the camera on its own axis).
For a horizontal
series, swivel the
camera left or
right.
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For a
vertical
series,
tilt the
camera
up or
down.
Documents
To record close-ups of documents, shift the
camera above the document, keeping it
parallel to the document.
Shooting
Select from the following image arrangements.
Right: left to right in a horizontal plane
Left:right to left in a horizontal plane
Up:bottom to top in a vertical plane
Down: top to bottom in a vertical plane
2 x 2:clockwise starting from the top left
1Turn the Mode Dial to the position.
• The LCD monitor will turn on.
Shooting
2Use the
and buttons to select an
image arrangement. Press the SET button.
• You can also press the shutter button at this
point without pressing the SET button.
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3Shoot the first frame.
• Press the SET button again if you wish to
change the image arrangement setting.
• The settings for the exposure and white
balance are locked at the values used for
the first image.
4Shoot the second image so that it
overlaps the first.
• Pressing the
,, or button
returns the display to the previously
captured images so that you can rerecord
an image.
5Repeat the previous steps to record
additional frames.
• A maximum of 26 images can be recorded
in either the horizontal or vertical direction.
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• Horizontal
• 2 x 2
Example
Example
6Press the SET button after the last image
has been recorded.
• Minor discrepancies in the overlapping
portions can be corrected when the
images are stitched together.
• The zoom, flash on/off, exposure
compensation, white balance and
resolution settings can only be set for
the first image in the series.
• The digital zoom, image quality (gain,
sharpness and contrast) and continuous,
auto flash, red-eye reduction, AE lock,
and exposure metering modes cannot
be adjusted in this mode.
• A TV cannot be used as the viewfinder
in this mode.
Changing the Resolution/
Compression
Images can be recorded at the following
resolution and compression settings.
Resolution
PowerShot S10PowerShot S20
(Large)
(Middle)
(Small)
Compression
Superfine:
1600 x 1200 pixels
1280 x 960 pixels
800 x 600 pixels
Fine:
2048 x 1536 pixels
1024 x 768 pixels
640 x 480 pixels
Normal:
1Turn the Mode Dial to the , or
position. Press the MENU button.
2Use the
and buttons to select
[Resolution] or [Compression] in the menu.
3Use the
and buttons to select a setting.
• Number of Pixels Recorded
Shooting
Approximate File Size of One Image
Resolution (pixels)Compression
PowerShot S10
( 1600 x1200 )
( 1280 x 960 )
( 800 x 600 )
PowerShot S20
( 2048 x1536 )
( 1024 x 768 )
( 640 x 480 )
• The actual volume may vary from the above data
according to the shooting conditions and recording mode.
• See page 21 for the number of images that will fit on CF
cards of varying capacities.
1458 KB
986 KB
480 KB
2100 KB
835 KB
410 KB
580 KB
402 KB
215 KB
916 KB
334 KB
153 KB
300 KB
213 KB
113 KB
474 KB
177 KB
80 KB
* This is a PowerShot S20 example.
• Compression Ratio
• Press the MENU button to accept the
setting and return to recording mode.
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Shooting Close-Ups (Macro Mode)
Shooting Continuously
Use the macro mode to record subjects close
to the lens. The range is 4.7 to 18 in. (12 to
46 cm) from the tip of the lens for the
PowerShot S10 and 4.7 to 26 in. (12 to 66
cm) for the PowerShot S20. Always use the
LCD monitor in macro mode to check the
image composition and focus.
1Turn the Mode Dial to the ,,
or position.
2Press the
3. Shoot, taking particular care not to let
the camera shake.
• Pressing the
macro mode to off.
• The lower indicator will shine orange
when the shutter button is pressed
halfway in macro mode.
(Macro) button.
button again cycles the
(Continuous Mode)
1Turn the Mode Dial to the or
position.
2Press the
shows in the Display panel.
3Shoot.
• The camera will shoot continuously while the
shutter button is held down. Recording will
stop when you release the shutter button.
• The PowerShot S10 will shoot continuously
at the speed of 1.7 images per second and
the PowerShot S20 at 0.8 images per
second* (when the LCD monitor is off).
• When the camera’s built-in memory
becomes full, the interval between
shots will be a little longer.
* These figures reflect standard shooting conditions
established by Canon. Actual figures may vary
according to the subject and shooting conditions.
button until the icon
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Adjusting the Exposure
Compensation
Use the exposure compensation feature when
a backlit object appears too dark or lights are
too bright in a night scene.
1Turn the Mode Dial to the , or
position.
2Press the
exposure compensation settings bar.
3Use the
adjustment value.
button to display the
and buttons to select an
Exposure
Compensation
Settings Bar
• You can take a shot anytime by pressing the
shutter button.
• Press the SET button to close the exposure
compensation settings bar. The chosen
exposure compensation setting will remain
in effect until it is changed.
• This setting is maintained even after the
Mode Dial is turned. (The +/- icon will
appear in the Display panel and the
exposure compensation value will appear in
the LCD monitor.)
• Press the
white balance settings, which can be
adjusted at this point.
• Each press of the
between the “no display,” exposure
compensation bar and white balance
settings bar.
• In
setting is locked after the first image. It
cannot be adjusted from the second image
onward.
(Stitch Assist) mode, the exposure
button again to display the
button cycles
Shooting
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Setting the White Balance
Adjust the white balance settings to respond
to shooting conditions when you are
recording outdoors or under artificial
illumination.
Auto:for recording with the
settings automatically
selected by the camera
Daylight:for recording outdoors on a
bright day
Cloudy:for recording under overcast,
shaded, dusk or evening skies
Tungsten:for recording under tungsten
lighting
Fluorescent: for recording under
fluorescent lighting
1Turn the Mode Dial to the , or
position.
3Use the
and buttons to select a
white balance mode.
• You can record anytime by pressing the
shutter button.
• Press the
button or the SET button
to close the white balance settings bar. The
chosen white balance mode will be in effect
thereafter until it is changed.
• This setting is maintained even after the
Mode Dial is turned. (The
icon will
appear in the Display panel and the
selected white balance icon will appear in
the LCD monitor.)
• In
(Stitch Assist) mode, the setting can
only be adjusted for the first image.
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2Press the
button once to display
the exposure compensation settings and
a second time to display the white
balance settings.
Shooting with the AE Lock
Setting the Exposure Metering
When the AE lock is used, you can meter the
exposure and focus independently. Use this function
when you need to change the image composition
after you have set the exposure setting.
1
Turn the Mode Dial to the position. Press
the DISPLAY button to turn on the LCD monitor.
2Aim the camera so that the subject you wish
to meter is centered in the LCD monitor.
3Press and hold the shutter button halfway
while you press the SET button.
• The AE lock will take effect and the LCD monitor
will display an asterisk (*) close to its center. The
exposure setting will now be maintained even if
you release the shutter button.
4Compose the image and shoot.
• The camera will focus on the object at the
center of the viewfinder.
• The AE lock will release if you press a button
other than the shutter button or if you turn the
Mode Dial. The AE lock will also automatically
release if the power save function activates.
Method
Although the exposure metering method is
normally set to the Center-weighted mode, you
can change it to the spot mode and record an
image.
Center-Weighted
measures the average light from the
entire image area, weighting the
value of the light detected at the
center of the viewfinder more heavily.
Spot:measures the light from the center
of the field only. Use this option
when the subject is backlit or
surrounded by bright light.
1Turn the Mode Dial to the position.
Press the DISPLAY button to turn on the
LCD monitor.
:
Shooting
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2Hold the SET button. Press the or
button to select a metering method.
• Release the SET button to make the setting
effective.
• In the spot mode, a frame indicating the
metering field is shown in the LCD monitor.
The camera measures the light in the area
covered by this frame.
• You can record anytime by pressing the
shutter button.
Adjusting Image Quality Settings
The gain, contrast and sharpness can be
adjusted for recording.
• The setting cannot be adjusted when the
LCD monitor is off.
Shooting
• Press the MENU button to close the menu.
• The 0, +1.0 and +2.0 gain settings are
equivalent to the respective ISO 100,
200 and 400 sensitivity levels. Raise the
gain when you wish to record in dark
surroundings or when you wish to
increase the shutter speed.
• Raising the gain may increase the
“noise” in the image. To obtain the
clearest image, set the gain to 0.
2Press the MENU button. Use the
buttons to select the [Digital Zoom].
3Use the
or [Off].
• Press the MENU button to close the menu.
• The digital zoom can only be used when
the LCD monitor is on. (pp. 27, 29)
and buttons to select [On]
and
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Switching the Review Feature On/Off
Setting this feature on or off determines
whether or not you can review the photographed image in the LCD monitor when the
LCD monitor is turned off.
1Turn the Mode Dial to the ,,
or position. Press the MENU button.
2Use the
[Review].
3Use the
or [Off].
• Press the MENU button to close the menu.
and buttons to select
and buttons to select [On]
Review Feature
When the review feature is set to On, or
when the LCD monitor is on, the
photographed image will show in the
LCD monitor if you continue to hold
down the shutter button fully after
recording. If you press the SET button at
this point, the image will continue to
display in the LCD monitor even if you
release the shutter button. You can also
erase the image immediately if you wish
(p. 60).
Cancel the review feature by pressing
the shutter button halfway.
Resetting the File Number
Select the way image file numbers are assigned
with this feature.
On:The next file number assigned is reset to
the initial value (100-0001) each time a
new CF card is inserted. Images recorded
onto a CF card containing existing images
are assigned the next available file number
on that card.
Off: The last assigned file number is stored
and the next available file number is
assigned to an image recorded on any
CF card, including a new CF card.
1Turn the Mode Dial to the ,,
or position. Press the MENU button.
File Number Conventions
A photographed image is assigned a
number ranging from 0001 to 9900 and
stored in a folder containing up to 100
files. The folders are assigned numbers
ranging from 100 to 998.
Shooting
2Use the
and buttons to select [File
No. Reset].
3Use the
and buttons to select [On]
or [Off].
• Press the MENU button to close the menu.
• Recording with the File No. Reset
option set to Off is convenient when
the image files are downloaded to a
computer because duplicate file names
can be avoided.
00010002
100
01010102
101
98019802
198
Folder numbers cannot contain 99 in the last two digits.
00010002
200
0099
0199
9899
0099
0100
0200
9900
0100
• Images shot in continuous or Stitch Assist
mode are always kept in the same folder,
which may result in some folders
containing 101 or more files.
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Replaying
This section explains the various replay features,
including how to magnify and rotate the image in
the LCD monitor or show images in slide shows. It
also discusses DPOF print settings.
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Magnifying an Image
(Single Image Replay)
1Turn the Mode Dial to the position.
2Press the
• You can use the
buttons to shift the display within the image.
• Press the
magnification mode.
• The currently displayed image can be deleted
by holding the SET button down and
pressing the
button.
Approximate
position within
the image.
,, and
button again to end the
button. (p. 60)
Rotating an Image
1Turn the Mode Dial to the position.
Press the MENU button.
2Use the
[Rotate]. Press the SET button.
• Subsequently, the image will rotate
clockwise to the next orientation (90°, 270°
and 0°) each time the SET button is pressed.
and buttons to select
0°
(Original)
Jumping Images
The display can be jumped forward or back.
1Turn the Mode Dial to the position.
2Press the JUMP button.
90°
270°
• Press the MENU button to end the Rotate
feature.
• Images that have been rotated with the
camera may not, depending on the
software program used for loading, remain
rotated when loaded onto the computer.
Single Image Replay
• Press the
tenth image ahead or behind.
• Press and hold the SET button and press the
or button to jump to the first or last
image.
Multi Image Replay
• Press the
next set of 9 images ahead or behind.
• Press and hold the SET button and press the
or button to jump to the first or last
set of 9 images.
• Press the JUMP button again to end the
jump feature.
or button to jump to the
or button to jump to the
Replaying
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Viewing Image Information
Automated Playback (Slide Show)
1Turn the Mode Dial to the position.
2Press the DISPLAY button.
• The LCD monitor will cycle to the next
display mode (simple, detail, non display)
each time the DISPLAY button is pressed.
The detail display is not available in multi
image replay mode.
• The following information is shown in
the simple display mode.
-File number; Shooting date/time;
Protection status (
• The following information is also shown
in the detailed display mode.
-Image mode (
-Macro mode (
-Shooting methods (
-Flash (
-Exposure compensation (
-White balance (
-Compression (
-Resolution (
-Stitch Assist mode status
,)
,,)
).
,,,,)
)
,,)
)
,,,,)
,,)
Starting a Slide Show
You can start a slide show with the following
procedures.
All Images:displays all images on the
CF card in order
Show 1 - Show 3: displays the images
selected for the respective
slide show in order
1Turn the Mode Dial to the position.
Press the MENU button.
2Use the
[Slide Show]. Press the SET button.
and buttons to select the
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3Use the and buttons to select
[Program].
4Use the
Images], [Show 1], [Show 2] or [Show 3].
and buttons to select [All
Selecting Slide Show Images
Mark particular images for replay in a slide
show and save them as slide shows 1, 2 or 3.
One slide show can contain up to 100 images.
1Display the Slide Show menu.
5Use the
select [Start]. Press the SET button.
The slide show will start.
• Press the SET button to pause or restart it.
• When a slide show is paused, or the Play
Time is set to Manual, you can use the
and buttons to view the previous or
next slide.
• Press the MENU button to stop a slide show.
,, and buttons to
2Use the
[Program].
3Use the
[Show 1], [Show 2] or [Show 3].
4Use the
choose [Select]. Press the SET button.
and buttons to select
and buttons to select
,, and buttons to
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5Use the and buttons to move
between images and the
mark the image.
A number representing the order of the
marked image in the slide show will appear
at the top of the LCD monitor. The image will
automatically play in that order.
button to
Setting the Play Time
You can set the number of seconds that an
image is shown. The available options are 3-10,
15 and 30 seconds and manual.
1Display the Slide Show menu.
2Use the
select [Setup]. Press the SET button.
,, and buttons to
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• Press the
image.
• Press the
single image replay and multi image replay
modes (3 images) to select images.
• When in multi image replay mode, you can
deselect all the images at once. Press the
SET button, use the
select [OK] and press the SET button.
• Press the MENU button to close the Select
menu.
button to unmark the selected
button to switch between the
and button to
3Use the
Time].
4Use the
option.
• Press the MENU button to close the Setup menu.
• The actual play time of some images may
vary slightly from the specified play time.
and buttons to select [Play
and buttons to select an
Setting the Auto Replay On/Off
You can set the slide show to close after it
finishes displaying all its images or to
automatically repeat.
1Display the Slide Show menu.
Print Settings (DPOF Settings)
Images can be marked for printing with Digital
Print Order Format (DPOF) compliant digital
printers or at photo developing service outlets.
2Use the
select [Setup]. Press the SET button.
3Use the
[Repeat].
4Use the
or [Off].
• Press the MENU button to close the Setup
menu.
• Slide shows can be easily edited with the
supplied software, ZoomBrowser EX (Windows)
or PowerShot Browser (Macintosh).
,, and buttons to
and buttons to select
and buttons to select [On]
Selecting Images for Printing
There are two ways to select images for printing.
Mark Selected Images: selects images
individually for printing
Mark All Images:selects all images on
the CF card for
printing (prints 1 copy).
1Turn the Mode Dial to the position.
Press the MENU button.
2Use the
[Print Order]. Press the SET button.
and buttons to select
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3Use the and buttons to select
[Order]. Press the SET button.
4Specify the number of prints.
Mark Selected Images
Specify one of the following for the print
type. (p. 57)
For the Standard or Both options, use the
and buttons to select an image and the
and buttons to specify the number of
copies.
For the Index option, use the
and
buttons to select an image and press the
button. To deselect the images, press the
button again.
Mark All Images
This function is available in the multi image
replay mode.
Press the SET button. Use the
and
buttons to choose [Mark all], and press the
SET button again.
To deselect all the images, select [Clear all] and
press the SET button. To cancel the operation,
select [Cancel] and press the SET button.
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• Press the
button to switch between the
single image replay and multi image replay
modes (3 images) to select images.
• Press the MENU button to close the Print menu.
• Images will be printed in the order of
older to newer.
• A maximum of 998 images may be
marked for printing.
2Use the
[Setup]. Press the SET button.
3Use the
[Print Type].
and buttons to select
and buttons to select
• Please note that the print settings created
on a CF card by a DPOF-compliant camera
other than a PowerShot S10 or
PowerShot S20 may be overwritten
when used in either model.
• Some printers or photo developing
services may not be able to handle the
print settings.
Selecting the Print Type
The following print type may be specified.
Standard: prints one image per page
Index:prints images in a reduced size in
an index format
Both:prints both standard prints and an
index
1Display the Print Order menu.
4Use the
[Standard], [Index] or [Both].
and buttons to select
Replaying
• Press the MENU button to close the Setup
menu.
Setting the Date/Time Print Function
1Display the Print Order menu.
2Use the
[Setup]. Press the SET button.
3Use the
[Date].
and buttons to select
and buttons to select
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4Use the and buttons to select [On]
or [Off].
Setting the File Number Print Function
1Display the Print Order menu.
• Press the MENU button to close the Setup
menu.
• The date printout will be in the style
selected in the Set Date/Time option.
(p. 65)
2Use the
[Setup]. Press the SET button.
3Use the
No.]
4Use the
or [Off].
• Press the MENU button to close the Setup
menu.
• The date and file number data cannot
be selected for printing at the same
time when the print type is set to Index.
and buttons to select
and buttons to select [File
and buttons to select [On]
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Resetting Print Settings
This procedure deletes all the image print
settings, including the date and file number
print settings.
1Display the Print Order menu.
2Use the
[Reset]. Press the SET button.
3Use the
[OK]. Press the SET button.
and buttons to select
and buttons to select
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Erasing
This section explains how to erase images recorded
onto a CF card and how to protect important images
from accidental erasure.
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Quick Erase
The camera buttons can be used to delete an
image directly when in the single image replay
(p. 33), multi image replay (p. 33) or review
mode (p. 48).
1Hold the SET button and press the
button.
2Use the
[OK]. Press the SET button.
• Protected images are not erased.
and buttons to select
Erasing All Images
1Turn the Mode Dial to the position.
Press the MENU button.
2Use the
[Erase all]. Press the SET button.
and buttons to select
3Use the and buttons to select
[OK]. Press the SET button.
Protecting Images
You can protect important images to prevent
their accidental erasure.
1Turn the Mode Dial to the position.
Press the MENU button.
• If you want to stop the erase procedure,
select Cancel.
• Protected images are not erased.
• Please note that erased images cannot
be recovered. Please exercise adequate
caution before erasing a file.
2Use the
[Protect]. Press the SET button.
3Use the
image. Press the SET button to protect it.
and buttons to select
and buttons to select an
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Protected images will be shown with the
icon.
Protected Icon
• The image protection is removed if the SET
button is pressed a second time after Step 3.
• Press the
button to switch between the
single image replay and multi image replay
modes to select images.
• Press the MENU button to close the Setup
menu.
• All data, including protected images,
will be erased when a CF card is
formatted with the [Format] command.
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Camera Settings
This section explains about the camera settings,
such as the beep, the date and time and CF card
formatting.
Displaying the Setup Menu
1Turn the Mode Dial to the ,,
, or position.
2Press the MENU button.
• The
display.
3Use the
menu.
Rec. Menu or Play menu will
button to select the Setup
• The procedures for accessing the Setup
menu are the same from both the
Rec. menu and the Play menu.
• After you have adjusted the settings,
press the MENU button to close the
Setup menu.
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Setting the Beep On/Off
Adjusting the LCD Monitor
The beep sounds when the shutter button or
another button is pressed during a menu
operation.
1Display the Setup menu (p. 63).
2Use the
[Beep].
3Use the
or [Off].
• The warning beep is not controlled by
the beep setting.
and buttons to select
and buttons to select [On]
Brightness
The LCD monitor can be set to either the
normal (
1Display the Set up menu (p. 63).
2Use the
Brightness].
3Use the
or.
) or bright () setting.
and buttons to select [LCD
and buttons to select
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Setting the Date/Time
Formatting a CF Card
1Display the Setup menu (p. 63).
2Use the
[Date/Time]. Press the SET button.
3Set the date and time.
• The factory default date style may differ
between regions.
• Use the
field, such as the year, month, day, hour,
minute and date format.
• Use the
value of each field.
4Press the SET button.
• Press the MENU button to return to the
Setup menu without changing the date/
time setting.
and buttons to select
and buttons to select a
and buttons to adjust the
1Display the Setup menu (p. 63).
2Use the
[Format]. Press the SET button.
3Use the
[OK]. Press the SET button.
* This example shows a FC-16M CF card.
• Select Cancel to return to the Setup
menu without formatting the CF card.
and buttons to select
and buttons to select
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• Please note that formatting a CF card
erases all the data on the card,
including protected images, sound files
and print settings.
• When a non-Canon brand CF card is
malfunctioning, reformatting it may
solve the problem.
Setting the Language
1Display the Setup menu (p. 63).
2Use the
[Language]. Press the SET button.
• The Language menu may appear differently
on cameras in some regions.
3Use the
language. Press the SET button.
• Pressing the MENU button instead cancels
the operation, restoring the main
menu without changing the language
settings.
Shortcut
The language can also be changed in
play mode by holding the SET button
and pressing the
and buttons to select
and buttons to select a
Setup
/ button.
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Appendices
This section contains information on how to care for
and maintain your PowerShot S10 or PowerShot S20
camera. Troubleshooting, error and function lists are
included.
Replacing the Button Battery
If the date/time settings menu displays when
3Pop the old button battery out.
4Insert a new button battery with the
the camera power is turned on, the button
battery has lost its charge and the date/time
setting has been lost. Purchase a generic
CR2016 lithium button battery and replace it
using the following procedures.
• A button battery is installed in the camera
when it is shipped from the factory.
1Turn the Mode Dial to
2Pull the button battery holder in the
direction of the arrow to remove it.
.
Slip your fingernail
into the slit and
pull out.
5Replace the button battery holder.
negative electrode (-) facing up.
(-)
Please reset the date and time if the date/
time setting menu displays after you have
replaced the button battery. (p. 65)
• The date/time settings menu will
continue to appear at start-up unless it
is reset.
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Camera Maintenance
Follow the procedures below to clean the
camera body, lens, optical viewfinder and LCD
monitor when they become dirty.
• Never use thinners, benzene, synthetic
cleansers or water to clean the
equipment. These substances may
distort or damage the equipment.
Camera Body
Gently wipe dirt off the camera body with a
soft cloth or an eyeglass lens wiper.
Lens
After you have used a generic lens blower
brush to remove dust and dirt, use a soft cloth
with extreme caution to lightly wipe the lens
to remove remaining dirt.
• Never use cleansers containing organic
solvents on the camera body or lens. If
you cannot remove a stain, contact your
camera retailer or the closest Canon
Customer Support Help Desk.
Optical Viewfinder
Use a lens blower to remove dust and dirt. If
necessary, gently wipe it with a soft cloth or
eyeglass lens wiper to remove stubborn dirt.
LCD Monitor
Use a lens blower to remove dust and dirt. If
necessary, gently wipe it with a soft cloth or
eyeglass lens wiper to remove stubborn dirt.
• Never rub or press strongly on the LCD
monitor. Rubbing or pressing firmly on
it may lead to damage or other
problems.
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Troubleshooting
ProblemCause(s)Solution(s)
Camera will not operate
Camera will not record
Battery cover is open
2CR5 lithium battery inserted
upside down
Insufficient battery voltage
(Display panel flashes “Lb”)
Incorrect battery type
Poor contact between battery
and camera terminals
Mode Dial is set to the
(Play) or (PC) position
Flash is charging
icon flashes)
(
,
• Ensure that the battery cover is firmly
closed.
• Insert the 2CR5 lithium battery so that its
terminals touch the bottom of the
battery chamber.
• Insert a fully charged battery pack.
• Replace the battery.
• Use an approved AC power source.
• Use a fully charged Battery Pack NB-5H
or a 2CR5 lithium battery.
• Wipe the battery terminals with a clean,
dry cloth.
• Set the Mode Dial to the
(Manual), or (Stitch Assist)
position.
• Wait until the flash charges, the
stops flashing and the indicator shines a
steady red to press the shutter button.
(Auto),
icon
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ProblemCause(s)Solution(s)
Camera will not record
Lens will not retract
Battery consumed quickly
CF card slot cover is open
(Display panel flashes “CF”)
CF card full (Display panel shows
“0”, continuous beep sounds
when shutter button pressed
halfway)
CF card not formatted correctly
(Display panel flashes “CF”)
CF card slot cover opened
immediately after Mode Dial
turned to
Battery cover opened immediately after Mode Dial turned to
Battery charge reduced by low
surrounding temperature
• Insert CF card until the ejector button is
fully extended and close the slot cover.
• Replace the CF card.
• Download and then erase all or some of
the card’s images to create space.
• Reformat the CF card.
• If reformatting does not work, the logic
circuits of the CF card may be faulty or
damaged. Please consult the nearest
Canon Customer Support Help Desk.
• After closing the CF card slot cover, try
turning the Mode Dial to Off again.
• After closing the battery cover, try
turning the Mode Dial to Off again.
• Place the battery in a warm place like
your pocket prior to recording in places
that are relatively cold. [See Lithium
Batteries, p. 18]
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ProblemCause(s)Solution(s)
Battery consumed quickly
Battery pack will not
charge
Image is blurred, out of
focus, or image not as
intended
Battery pack capacity reduced
because of disuse for an extended
period of time, such as one year
Battery pack life exceeded
Poor connection between battery
pack and compact power adapter
Camera is running off the compact
power adapter
Camera moved
Subject is out of focal range
• Fully charge and discharge the battery
pack several times to restore its capacity.
• This battery pack can no longer be used.
Replace it with a new one.
• Seat the battery pack more firmly in the
charger.
• Check the AC power cord connection between
the electrical outlet and the charger.
• The battery pack won’t charge when the
camera is running off the compact power
adapter. Turn the Mode Dial to .
• Be careful not to move the camera when
pressing the shutter button.
• Ensure that there is at least 18 in. (46 cm)
between the lens tip and the subject in
normal mode with the PowerShot S10.
The PowerShot S20 requires 26 in. (66 cm).
• Use the macro mode to shoot close-ups
between 4.7 and 18 in. (12 and 46 cm) with
the PowerShot S10. The PowerShot S20
range is 4.7 in. to 26 in. (12 to 66 cm).
Appendices
AF auxiliary light emitter is obscured,
hampering autofocus function
• Be careful not to block the AF auxiliary light
emitter with your fingers or other items.
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ProblemCause(s)Solution(s)
Image is blurred
Subject is too dark
Subject is too bright
Camera is set to the slow shutter
mode
Insufficient light for recording
Subject is too dark in comparison
with surroundings
White balance setting is inappropriate
Subject is too far away for flash to
reach
Subject is too close
Subject is too bright compared to
surroundings
Light is shining directly on or reflected
onto camera from the subject
• Set the camera to a mode other than
Slow Shutter
• Change the flash setting to Flash On.
• Adjust the exposure compensation to a
positive (+) setting.
• Use the spot exposure metering method
or the AE lock function to record.
• Reset the white balance mode.
• Remain within the range of 6.7 in. to 10.8
ft. (wide) or 7.5 ft. (telephoto) [17 cm to
3.3 m (wide) or 2.3 m (telephoto)] from
the subject for flash photography.
• Remain within the range of 6.7 in. to 10.8
ft. (wide) or 7.5 ft. (telephoto) [17 cm to
3.3 m (wide) or 2.3 m (telephoto)] from
the subject for flash photography.
• Adjust the exposure compensation to a
negative (-) setting.
• Use the spot exposure metering method
or the AE lock function to record.
• Change the shooting angle.
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Flash will not fire
Flash mode is set to Flash On
Flash mode is set to Flash Off
• Set the flash to Auto Flash or Flash Off.
• Set the flash to Auto Flash or Flash On.
List of Message Codes
The following codes may appear in the display panel.
Pb:Image playback.
PC:Camera connected in PC mode to a computer.
:2CR5 lithium battery or Battery Pack NB-5H charge is spent. Please replace the battery. (This
message may appear at low temperatures and other conditions even for a new 2CR5 lithium
battery. See Lithium Batteries, p. 18)
Lb:Low battery charge, camera will not operate. Replace or charge battery immediately. Could also
indicate that the battery cover is open. Close the cover securely.
CF:No CF card inserted or CF card slot cover is open. Could also indicate a CF card error.
Exx:(xx: number) Camera malfunction. Set Mode Dial to Off, then reset it to a recording or play mode.
Problem exists if error code reappears. Note the number and contact Canon Customer Support Help
Desk. If an error code displays directly after taking a picture, the shot may not have been recorded.
Check image in play mode.
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List of Messages
The following messages may appear in the display panel.
Busy...:Image is recording on CF card or CF card is being read in play mode.
No CF card:You attempted to view or shoot an image without a CF card installed.
Cannot Record!:You attempted to shoot an image without a CF card installed.
CF card error!:CF card has experienced an anomaly.
CF 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. Save all the images you
wish to retain onto the computer, then reformat the CF card with the
computer. Please note that all the existing images and data will be erased
by formatting.
No Image:No images recorded on CF card.
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Image too large:You attempted to view an image larger than 3200 x 2400 pixels.
Incompatible JPEG format:You attempted to view an incompatible JPEG file.
Corrupted Data:You attempted to view an image with corrupted data
Cannot magnify!:You attempted to magnify an image that was photographed with another
camera, recorded in a different format, or edited on a computer.
Cannot rotate:You attempted to rotate an image that was photographed with another
camera, recorded in a different format, or edited on a computer.
Unidentified Image:You attempted to view an image that was recorded in a special format
(proprietary format used by the camera of another manufacturer, etc.).
Protected!:You attempted to erase a protected image.
Too many orders.:Too many print settings or slide show image selections. Cannot process any
more .
Cannot complete!:Failed to save print setting or slide show image selection.
Cannot edit!:Cannot change slide show because image selected for slide show has been
edited on another computer.
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List of Functions
The functions available in each recording mode are listed below.
(1) Default values for Fast Shutter and Black and White modes.
(2) Default value for Night Scene mode.
(3) Default values for Landscape and Slow Shutter modes.
◊
:
ExposureWhite
Compensation BalanceMethod
---
••• •*• •*• • ••••
• •
◊◊
Selectable for 1st Frame Only.
CompressionResolution
•
(5)
• •*• •*• •
• •*• ◊*
The shaded areas indicate functions that reset to the default setting
when the Mode Dial is turned or the camera is powered down.
Macro
• •
◊◊
-
•
• •*
(3)
•*•• •
* •*
GainContrast Sharpness
--- - --
-
-
••
(4)
••
AE Metering
-- - -
◊◊
(4) Macro mode cannot be activated in the Landscape or Night Scene mode.
(5) White balance cannot be set in the Black and White mode.
-- - -
Specifications
PowerShot S20PowerShot S10
Lens:
(35 mm film equivalent: 35 to 70 mm) /
F2.8 (wide angle) - F4.0 (telephoto)
Digital Teleconverter:
Image Sensor:Approx. 2.11 million-pixel (total),
1/2-inch charge coupled device
(effective pixels: approx. 2.02 million)
Focusing Range:
Viewfinder:Real-image optical view finder / 1.8-inch low-temperature polycrystalline silicon TFT LCD
Focusing Method:Through the lens autofocus (TTL AF)
Metering Method:Center weighted metering / Spot metering
Auto Exposure Method:Program (AE lock available)
White Balance Control:Through the lens (TTL) auto/manual
Shutter:Mechanical + electronic
Shutter Speed:2 to 1/1,000 sec. (2-sec. for Slow Shutter or Night Scene mode)
Flash:Built-in (Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye Reduction)
Flash Range:6.7 in. - 10.8 ft. (17 cm - 3.3 m) (wide angle), 6.7 in. - 7.5 ft. (17 cm - 2.3 m) (telephoto)
Standard : 18 in. (46 cm) to infinity ;
Macro : 4.7 - 18 in. (12 - 46 cm)
6.3 - 12.6 mm
6.5 - 13.0 mm
(35 mm film equivalent: 32 to 64 mm) /
F2.9 (wide angle) - F4.0 (telephoto)
x2 / x4
Approx. 3.34 million-pixel (total),
1/1.8-inch charge coupled device
(effective pixels: approx. 3.24 million)
Standard : 26 in. (66 cm) to infinity ;
Macro : 4.7 - 26 in. (12 - 66 cm)
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PowerShot S20PowerShot S10
Recording Media:CompactFlash™ card (Type I or Type II)
Image Format:Design rule for Camera File System (Images / Thumbnails : JPEG)
Compression:NORMAL / FINE / SUPER FINE
Sensitivity:Equivalent to ISO 100 / 200 / 400 (ISO 200 / 400 for gain up setting)
Resolution:1,600 x 1,200 pixels (Large)
1,280 x960 pixels (Middle)
800 x600 pixels (Small)
Camera Modes:AUTO / MANUAL / IMAGE / STITCH ASSIST / PLAY / PC
Interface:USB / RS-232C / CF Slot (Type I, II) / Video Out
Power Supply:2CR5 lithium battery
Nickel-hydride Battery Pack NB-5H
Compact Power Adapter CA-PS100 / 100E (with DC Coupler DR-100A)
CR2016 lithium battery for date/clock backup
Operating Temperatures:32° - 104° F (0° - 40° C)
Operating Humidity:10 - 90%
Dimensions:4.1 x 2.7 x 1.3 inches (105.4 x 69.4 x 33.8 mm) excluding protrusion
Weight:Approx. 9.5 oz. (270 g) excluding battery and CF card
2,048 x 1,536 pixels (Large)
1,024 x768 pixels (Middle)
640 x480 pixels (Small)
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Compact Power Adaptor CA-PS100/100E (sold separately in some regions)
Input Voltage:AC 100 to 240 V (50/60 Hz)
Rated Output:Charging: 7.2 V, 0.65 A
Camera power supply: 6.5 V, 1.5 A
Input Rating:Charging: 23 to 26 VA (100 to 240 V)
Camera power supply: 18 to 20 VA (100 to 240 V)
Operating Temperature:32˚ to 104˚ F (0˚ to 40˚ C)
Dimentions:3.0 x 4.0 x 1.5 in. (75 x 102 x 39 mm)
Weight:Approx. 6.3 oz. (180 g)
Battery Pack NB-5H (sold separately in some regions)
Type:Nickel-hydride cells
Rated Voltage:6 V
Rated Amperage:650 mAH
Life-span:Approximately 300 charges cycles
Operating Temperatures:32˚ to 104˚ F (0˚ to 40˚ C)
Dimentions:1.3 x 0.9 x 1.9 in. (34 x 22 x 49 mm)
Weight:Approx. 2.5 oz. (70 g)
Appendices
• All data is based on Canon’s standard testing methods. Subject to change without notice.