Canon S2IS User Manual

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ENGLISH

DIGITAL CAMERA Camera User Guide

Camera User Guide

Please read the Read This First section (p. 6).

Please also see the Software Starter Guide and the Direct Print User Guide.

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Flowchart and Reference Guides

This Guide

Shooting with the Camera

Software Starter Guide

Installing the Software

This Guide

Connecting the Camera to a Computer

This Guide Software Starter Guide

Downloading Images to a Computer

Direct Print User Guide Printer User Guide

Using the Printer and Printing

Use of genuine Canon accessories is recommended.

This product is designed to achieve excellent performance when used with genuine Canon accessories. Canon shall not be liable for any damage to this product and/or accidents such as fire, etc., caused by the malfunction of non-genuine Canon accessories (e.g., a leakage and/or explosion of a battery pack). Please note that this warranty does not apply to repairs arising out of the malfunction of non-genuine Canon accessories, although you may request such repairs on a chargeable basis.

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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 and Viewfinder

The LCD monitor and viewfinder are 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 malfunction.

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. 139).

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About This Guide

Conventions Used in the Text

Icons appearing below titles indicate the modes that support that operation. In the example below, the mode dial can be used in the following shooting modes.

• (Auto) • (Manual) • (Special Scene)

• (Movie) • (Landscape) • (My Colors)

Mode Dial

: This mark denotes issues that may affect the camera's operation.

: This mark denotes additional topics that complement the basic

operating procedures.

In this guide an SD memory card (Secure Digital, a copyright protection system) is referred to as an SD card.

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Table of Contents

Items marked with are lists or charts that summarize camera functions or procedures.

Read This First

Chapter 1 Preparing the Camera

Components Guide.................................................................................................12

Operation Panel......................................................................................................14

Installing the Batteries.............................................................................................16

Installing the Memory Card.....................................................................................18

Turning the Power On/Off.......................................................................................23

Setting the Date and Time......................................................................................24

Setting the Language..............................................................................................25

Using the Viewfinder and the LCD Monitor.............................................................27

Chapter 2 Shooting-The Basics

Auto Mode.....................................................................................................33

Reviewing an Image Right After Shooting..............................................................36

Changing Resolution/Compression Settings ..........................................................38

Using the Built-in Flash ......................................................................................40

Chapter 3 Playback-The Basics

Displaying Images Individually................................................................................43

Magnifying Images..................................................................................................43

Viewing Images in Sets of Nine (Index Playback) ..................................................44

JUMP The display jumps nine images at a time.....................................................45

JUMP Jumping to Images.......................................................................................46

Chapter 4 Erasing

Erasing Single Images .......................................................................................47

Erasing All Images..................................................................................................48

Chapter 5 Useful Shooting Functions

Using the Mode Dial (Image Zone).........................................................................49

Portrait Landscape Night Scen e

Shooting in a Special Scene Mode .................................................................50

Shooting Panoramic Images (Stitch Assist).....................................................52

Shooting Movies from the Still Image Shooting Mode ................................. ................. 55

Shooting Close-Ups (Macro)............................................................................56

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Moving Even Closer (Super Macro Shooting) ........................................................57

Using the Self-timer ......................................................................................... 59

Using the Digital Zoom ........................................................................................... 61

Continuous Shooting .......................................................................................62

Shooting a Movie.............................................................................................63

Viewing/Editing Movies...........................................................................................69

Chapter 6 Shooting-Advanced Functions

Selecting Menus and Settings................................................................................ 73

Resetting Settings to Their Default Values.............................................................81

Registering Settings to the Shortcut Button......................................................82

Using the Mode Dial (Creative Zone).....................................................................84

Program AE Setting the Shutter Speed Setting the Aperture Manually Setting the Shutter Speed and Aperture

Selecting an AF Frame.....................................................................................88

Switching between Metering Modes89

Adjusting the Exposure...........................................................................................90

Adjusting the Tone (White Balance).......................................................................91

Changing the ISO Speed........................................................................................ 93

Changing the Photo Effect......................................................................................94

Shooting in a My Colors Mode...........................................................................95

Auto Exposure Bracketing (AEB Mode) ...............................................................100

Focus Bracketing (Focus-BKT Mode) .................................................................. 102

Locking the Exposure Setting (AE Lock)..............................................................103

Locking the Flas h Exposure Setting (FE Lock)

Switching between Built-in Flash Adjustment Settings.........................................105

Switching the Timing at which the Flash Fires ....................................................107

Shooting Images at Set Intervals (Intervalometer) ...............................................107

Shooting Problem Subjects for the Autofocus ......... .................................................... 109

Switching between Focus Settings....................................................................... 112

Saving Custom Settings .................................................................................. 113

Chapter 7 Playback-Advanced Functions

Rotating Images in the Display............................................................................. 114

Attaching Sound Memos to Images.................................................................115

Sound-Only Recording (Sound Recorder)............................................................116

Automated Playback (Slide Shows) ..................................................................... 118

Protecting Images.................................................................................................121

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Chapter 8 Camera Settings

Setting the Power Saving Function.......................................................................123

Setting the Auto Rotate Function..........................................................................124

Resetting the File Number ....................................................................................125

Customizing the Camera (My Ca mera Settings) ......................................................... 1 27

Chapter 9 Additional Features

Connecting the Camera to a Computer................................................................131

Computer System Requirements...................................................................132

Downloading from a Memory Card ................................................................139

Viewing Images on a TV Set.................................................................................139

About Printing .......................................................................................................141

Setting the DPOF Print Settings ...........................................................................143

Image Transmission Settings (DPOF Transfer Order)..........................................146

Chapter 10 Appendix

List of Messages...................................................................................................149

Troubleshooting ....................................................................................................151

Using Conversion Lenses (Sold Separately)........................................................156

Using an Externally Mounted Flash (Sold Separately) .........................................159

Using the Power Kits (Sold Separately)................................................................160

Replacing the Date Battery

Camera Care and Maintenance............................................................................165

Specifications........................................................................................................166

Photo Tips and Information...................................................................................174

Index .....................................................................................................................177

Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode ........................................................184

PreparinAppendix

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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 memory cards, that results in the failure of an image to be recorded or to be recorded in a way that is machine readable.

Warning Against Copyright Infringement

Please note that Canon digital cameras are intended for personal use and should never be used in a manner that infringes upon or contravenes international or domestic copyright laws and regulations. Please be advised that in certain cases the copying of images from performances, exhibitions, or commercial properties by means of a camera or other device may contravene copyright or other legal rights even if the image was shot for personal use.

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.

Safety Precautions

Before using the camera, please ensure that you read and understand 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 following pages, the term "equipment" refers primarily to the camera and its batteries, separately sold battery charger, compact power adapter and high-power flash.

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About the Memory Card

Store the memory card out of the reach of children and infants. It may be swallowed accidentally. If this occurs, consult a doctor immediately.

Warnings

Do not aim the camera directly into the sun or at other intense light sources that 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 the closest Canon Customer Support Help Desk.

Stop operating the equipment i mmediately 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 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.

Stop operating the equipment immediately if it is dropped or the casing is damaged. Immediately turn the camera's power off, remove the batteries or unplug the power cord from the power 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 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 batteries or unplug the power cord from the power 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.

Remove the power cord on a regular periodic basis and wipe away the dust and dirt

The use of these substances may lead to fire.

that collects on the plug, the exterior of the power 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 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 cable, ensure that you hold the solid portion of the plug. Pulling on the flexible portion of the cable may damage or exposure the wire and insulation, creating the potential for fires or electrical shocks.

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

Do not place the batteries near a heat source or expose them to direct flame or heat.

Neither should you immerse it in water. Such exposure may damage the battery 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.

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.

Use only recommended batteries and accessories. Use of batteries not expressly recommended for this equipment may cause explosions or leaks, resulting in fire, injury and damage to the surroundings.

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Please use 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 injury and damage to the surroundings.

Disconnect the battery charger and compact power adapter from both the camera and the power outlet after recharging and when they are not in use to avoid fire and other hazards. Continuous use over a long period may cause a unit to overheat and distort,

resulting in fire.

The camera terminal of the separately sold compact power adapter 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 come loose, they may fall

from the lens adapter, posing risk of injury from shattered glass.

Caution about magnetic fields

Keep objects that are sensitive to magnetic fields (such as credit cards) away from the speaker of the camera (p. 14). Such items may lose data or stop working.

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 battery charger to charge the batteries.

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 or clothing when shooting. The flash may be damaged and emit smoke or noise. In addition, do not touch the surface of the flash after taking several pictures in rapid succession. Either action could result in burns.

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

Ensure that the battery charger is plugged into a power outlet of the specified rating, not over the specified rating. The plug of the battery charger varies according to region.

Do not use the battery charger or compact power adapter if the plug or cable is damaged, or if the plug is not fully inserted into the power outlet.

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Do not allow metal objects (such as pins or keys) or dirt to contact the charger terminals or plug.

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 and audio 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 memory card and batteries or compact power adapter 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 batteries from the camera or battery charger and store the equipment in a safe place. Storing the camera for extended periods with batteries installed may cause battery leakage and damage the camera (Do not remove the date battery.)

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Read This First

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Preparing the Camera

Components Guide

DC IN Terminal  p. 163

Neck Strap Mounts

AF-assist Beam

DIGITAL Terminal  p. 133

Self-timer Lamp p. 59

Tally Lamp p. 64, 77

Red-eye Reduction Lamp  p. 40

Terminal Cover

Memory Card Slot Cover  p. 18

Microphone (R)  p. 115, 116

Flash  p. 40

Battery Cover  p. 16, 1 64

Tripod Socket  p. 159

Microphone (L)  p. 11 5, 11 6

Lens

Ring Release Button  p. 157

The following cables are used to connect the camera to a computer or printer.

Computer (p. 132) Interface Cable IFC-400PCU (supplied with the camera)

Direct Print Compatible Printers (Sold Separately)

Compact Photo Printer (SELPHY CP series), Card Photo Printer: Interface Cable IFC-400PCU (supplied with the camera) or Direct Interface Cable DIF-100 (supplied with the printer).

Bubble Jet Printers (PIXMA series/SELPHY DS series)

- PictBridge Compliant Printers: Interface Cable IFC-400PCU (supplied with the camera)

- Bubble Jet Direct Compatible Printers: Please refer to your Bubble Jet printer user guide.

PictBridge Compliant Non-Canon Printers: Interface Cable IFC-400PCU (supplied with the camera)

Please refer to the System Map or the Direct Print User Guide supplied with the camera for direct print compatible printer information.

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Attaching the Neck Strap

Attach the strap as illustrated. Check that the strap does not come loose from the strap mount when pulled. Perform the same steps on the other side of the camera.

Avoid waving the camera about or catching it on other items when suspending it from the strap.

Attaching the Lens Cap

Fit the lens cap over the lens casing so that it covers the entire lens. Always replace the lens cap after use.

Preparing the Camera

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Attach the lens cap cord to the strap.

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Remove the lens cap before turning on the camera's power.

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Operation Panel

MF (Manual Focus) Button  p. 111

Zoom Lever Shooting: (Telephoto)/ (Wide Angle) p. 33 Playback: (Zoom in)/ (Zoom out)  p. 43

(Self-timer)/

(Continuous) Button

 p. 59, 62

A/V OUT(Audio/Video Out) Terminal  p. 140

 p. 40, 115

LCD Monitor  p. 27

Speaker

Terminal Cover

(Macro) button  p. 56

Shutter button  p. 34

(Flash)/ (Microphone) Button

Diopter Adjustment Dial  p. 28

FUNC. (Function)/ (Single Image Erase) Button  p. 73, 47

 p. 82, 137

DISP. Button  p. 27

(Metering) /Jump Button

 p. 45, 89

Viewfinder  p. 27, 28

Power/Mode Indicator

OFF Button

Mode Lever  p. 24

Omni Selector

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

SET/(AF Frame Selector) Button  p. 88

Indicator

MENU Button  p. 74

Movie Button  p. 64

(Shortcut)/

(Print/Share) button

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Mode Dial

Use the mode dial to switch between the Shooting modes.

: Auto  p. 33

The camera automatically selects settings.

Image Zone  p. 49 The camera automatically selects settings according to the image composition type.

: Portrait : Landscape : Night Scene

: Special Scene

: My Colors : Stitch Assist  p. 52 : Movie  p. 63

Creative Zone  p. 84 The user selects exposure, aperture or other settings to achieve special effects.

uto

: Program AE : Shutter-speed priority AE : Aperture-priority AE : Manual Exposure : Custom

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This indicator lights or blinks during the following operations.

Power/Mode Indicator

Orange: Shooting mode Green: Playback mode/Printer connection Yellow: Computer connection

Indicators

Blinking Red: Recording to memory card/Reading memory card/ Erasing from memory card/Transmitting data (during a computer connection)

The following operations are accessible through one easy press of the

(Print/Share) button.

Printing: See the Direct Print User Guide (supplied with the camera)

Downloading images: See p. 131 of this guide and the Software Starter Guide (supplied with the camera)

The indicator blinks or lights during a printer or computer connection.

Blue: Ready to print/Ready to transfer images

Blinking blue: Printing/Transferring

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Installing the Batteries

Install the batteries to get ready for shooting. Please use four AA-size alkaline batteries or separately sold nickel metal hydride (NiMH) batteries.

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The use of the separately sold Compact Power Adapter CA-PS700 is recommended to power the camera during long usage sessions (p. 163).

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The separately sold battery charger kit lets you use rechargeable NiMH batteries to power the camera (p. 160).

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Battery Performance (p. 169)

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For information about the Battery and Charger Kit and AA-size rechargeable NiMH batteries, see the System Map (separate from this guide).

1 Be sure that the camera power is

off

(p. 23)

. Slide the battery cover

Battery cover lock

lock in the direction of the arrow and open the cover.

2 Insert the batteries as shown.

Battery orientation can be checked against the diagram in battery compartment.

3 Close the battery cover.

Proper Battery Handling

Use AA-size alkaline or Canon AA-size NiMH batteries (sold separately) only. For information on handling the AA-size rechargeable NiMH batteries, see Using the Power Kits (Sold Separately) (p. 160)

Since the performance of alkaline batteries may differ according 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's AA-size NiMH Battery Kit (a four-piece set).

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

Never mix new batteries together with batteries that have been used in other devices. The partially used batteries may leak.

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 reduce usage time.

Battery performance deteriorates at low temperatures (especially 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.

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

Preparing the Camera

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.

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Battery Status Indications

The following icons or messages indicate the battery status on the LCD monitor (or viewfinder).

Batteries are beginning to run low. Replace or recharge the batteries if you wish to continue using the camera.

Change the batteries.

The batteries are discharged and the came ra can no longer operate. Replace the batteries immediately.

Installing the Memory Card

Write-Protect Tab

The memory card has a write-protect tab. Sliding the tab downward prevents recording of data and protects existing data (e.g. images). When recording to, erasing from or formatting the memory card, slide the tab upward.

Write-Protect Tab

Writing/Erasing Possible Writing/Erasing Impossible

Ensure that the memory card is correctly oriented before inserting it in the camera. It may damage the camera if inserted backward by mistake.

Turn the camera power off and insert the memory card with the following procedures.

1 Slide the memory card slot cover

in the direction of the arrow, and open it.

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2 Insert the memory card.

z Push as indicated on the back of the

memory card slot cover until it clicks into place.

z Do not touch or allow metal objects to

contact the terminals on the back of the memory card.

3 Close the memory card slot cover.

Front

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To Remove the Memory Card

Push in the memory card until you hear it click, then release it.

z When the indicator blinks red, the camera is writing, reading,

erasing or transmitting an image to or from the card. During this time, do not do any of the following, it could corrupt the image or audio data.

- Subject the camera body to vibration or shocks.

- Turn the camera's power off, or open the memory card slot cover.

z Please note that memory cards formatted with other

manufacturers' cameras or a computer, or formatted or edited with application programs, may slow down writing to the memory card or may not operate correctly in the camera.

z You are recommended to use memory cards that have been

formatted in your camera (p. 20). The card supplied with the camera may be used without further formatting.

Memory Cards and Estimated Capacities (Recordable Images) (p. 170)

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Formatting a Memory Card

You should always format a new memory card or one from which you wish to erase all images and other data.

Please note that formatting (initializing) a memory card erases all data, including protected images and other file types.

1 Turn the power on.  p. 23

2 Press the MENU button and use

the X button on the omni selector to select the [ (Setup)] menu.

The [ (Setup)] menu appears.

3 Use the S or T button on the omni selector to select

[Format], then press the SET button.

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4 Use the W or X button on the

omni selector to select [OK], then press the SET button.

The indicator blinks red and formatting starts. Wait until the indicator goes off.

z Normal formatting begins. z To perform a low level format, use the S or

T button to select [Low Level Format] and the W or X button to add a check mark.

z To cancel instead of formatting, select

[Cancel] and press the SET/ button.

z If [Low Level Format] is selected, you can

stop formatting partway by pressing the SET/ button. You can still use the memory card without problem even if formatting was halted partway.

z The capacity of the memory card displayed

after formatting will be less than the rated capacity of the memory card. This is not a malfunction of the memory card or camera.

Appears when only audio data (p. 117) is present.

Indicator

5 Press the MENU button.

When is displayed, only audio data remains. Confirm carefully before erasing.

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Low Level Format You should select the Low Level Format option if you suspect the read/ write speed of a Memory card has dropped or if you wish to completely erase its data. A low level format may require 2 to 3 minutes with some memory cards.

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If the camera does not work properly, the inserted memory card may be malfunctioning. Reformatting the SD card may solve the problem.

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When a non-Canon brand memory card is malfunctioning, reformatting it may solve the problem.

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Memory cards formatted in other cameras, computers, or peripheral devices may not operate correctly in this camera. When that happens, reformat the SD card with this camera. If formatting in the camera does not work properly, turn the camera off and re-insert the memory card. Then turn the camera back on and format again.

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Memory Card Handling Precautions

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

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Do not attempt to disassemble or alter the memory card.

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Do not allow dirt, water or foreign objects to contact the terminals on the back of the card. Do not touch the terminals with your hands or metal objects.

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Do not peel away the original label on the SD card or cover it with another label or sticker.

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When writing on the memory card, use a soft point pen (e.g. felt-tip pen). Using a sharp point pen (e.g. ball-point pen) or pencil may damage the SD card or corrupt the recorded data.

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Since some or all of the data recorded on the memory card may be corrupted or erased by electrical noise, static electricity or card malfunction, making a backup copy of important data is recommended.

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Moving a memory card rapidly between temperature extremes will cause condensation to form in the card and lead to a malfunction. To avoid condensation, place the memory card in a sealed plastic bag before moving it into a different temperature zone and allow it to adjust slowly to the new temperature.

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If condensation forms on the memory card, store it at room temperature until the water droplets have evaporated naturally.

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Do not use or store memory cards in the following locations.

- Locations subject to dust or sand

- Locations subject to high humidity and high temperatures

Precaution for Multi Media Cards

This camera is designed to perform optimally when used with genuine Canon-brand SD cards. You may use multi media cards with this camera. However, Canon makes no warranties concerning the use of multi media cards.

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Turning the Power On/Off

The power/mode indicator remains lit while the power of the camera is on. The power/mode indicator indicates the state of the camera as follows. Orange: Shooting mode Green: Playback mode/Printer connection mode* Yellow: Computer connection mode* Off: The power of the camera is off.

* For printer connection mode, see the Direct Print User Guide. For computer

connection mode, see the Software Starter Guide.

1 Turn the mode lever to

(Shooting) or (Playback) while pressing the release button.

The power/mode indicator lights orange or green.

release button

2 Press the OFF button to turn the

power off.

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You will hear a start-up sound and see the start-up image when you turn on the power (p. 127). However, when starting with the viewfinder display, the start-up image is not displayed and there is no start-up sound.

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"Card locked!" appears on the LCD monitor or viewfinder when power is turned on, writing to the memory card is not possible (p. 18).

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The start-up image does not appear when the viewfinder display is on in Shooting mode (p. 27) or the A/V OUT terminal is connected to a TV.

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Be careful not to touch the lens when shooting. Please also refrain from forcing the lens with fingers or other objects. It could lead to malfunctions or damage the camera. If the camera is not operating correctly, turn the camera off and back on.

Preparing the Camera

Turning on the camera without the start-up sound and image

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Press and hold the button, then turn on the power. You can also turn the power on with the LCD monitor closed.

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Switching Between Shooting and Playback

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

Shooting Mode Playback Mode

Turn the mode lever to (Playback) while pressing the release button (p. 23).

The camera switches to Playback mode, but the lens does not retract (the lens will retract if you turn the mode lever to (Playback) once more).

Shooting Mode Playback Mode

Remove the lens cap and press the shutter button halfway. Or turn the mode lever to (Rec.) while pressing the release button (p. 23).

Setting the Date and Time

When you turn on the camera the first time, and when the lithium coin- type battery charge is low, the [Date/Time] menu appears.

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Setting the date and time settings does not cause the date/time stamp to appear on images. For printing images with the date on them, refer to the Direct Print User Guide or Software Starter Guide.

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Replacing the Date Battery (p. 164)

1 Turn the camera on

then use the [ (Setup)] menu.

The [ (Setup)] menu appears.

button on the omni selector to select the

(p. 23)

, press the MENU button, and

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2 Use the S or T button on the omni selector to select

[Date/Time], then press the SET button.

3 Sets the date and time and the

date format.

z Use the W or X button on the omni

selector to select the item you wish to set and set its value using the S or T button on the omni selector.

z The date can be set up to the year 2037.

4 Check that the date and time display correctly, press the

SET button and press the MENU button.

Setting the Language

1 Turn the camera on (p. 23), press the MENU button, and

then use the X button on the omni selector to select the [ (Setup)] menu.

z The [ (Setup)] menu appears.

Preparing the Camera

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z In Playback mode, you can change the language by holding the SET

button while you press the JUMP button. This operation cannot be performed during movie playback, in the jump search mode (p. 46) or while connected to a separately sold printer.

2 Use the S or T button on the

omni selector to select [Language], then press the SET button.

3 Use the S, T, W or X button on

the omni selector to select a language, then press the SET button.

4 Press the MENU button.

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Using the Viewfinder and the LCD Monitor

Pressing the DISP. button switches the display mode. Also, closing the LCD monitor causes the viewfinder to display.

Shooting Mode

: Press the DISP. button.

Preparing the Camera

LCD Monitor

Display

(No Information)

(p. 29)

when the LCD monitor is open when the LCD monitor is closed

(Information View)

LCD Monitor

Display

(p. 29)

Viewfinder

Display

(No Information)

(p. 29)

Viewfinder

Display

(Information View)

(p. 29)

Playback Mode

No Information

Single Image Playback Index playback

(p. 30)

Standard Display

(p. 30)

Detailed Display

Histogram (p. 32)

Using the LCD Monitor

The LCD monitor can be opened to the following range of positions.

Opened from left to right 180 degrees. Tilted forward 180 degrees toward the lens or backward 90 degrees.

When the LCD monitor is opened left 180 degrees and tilted 180 degrees toward the lens, the displayed image is automatically flipped and reversed (the Reverse Display function) so that it appears correctly from in front of the lens (p. 77).

(p. 30)

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Fold the LCD monitor back against the camera body until it clicks into place.

If it is not fully closed, the image will appear reversed.

Always keep the LCD monitor closed to protect it when the camera is not in use.

Using the Viewfinder

If the surroundings are too bright (for example, when you are shooting outdoors) and images on the LCD monitor are not clear, use the viewfinder for shooting. Adjust the viewfinder focus (p. 27) with the diopter adjustment dial (p. 14) so the displayed information appears clearly.

Night Display

When shooting in dark conditions, the camera automatically brightens the LCD monitor to suit the brightness of the subject*, making it easier to frame the subject. * Noise will appear, and the movements of the subject will appear irregular in

the LCD monitor. The brightness of the image displayed in the monitor, and the brightness of the actual image recorded will be different (this function cannot be disabled).

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Display Contents

Shooting Information (Shooting Mode)

ow Batte ry (p. 18)

Digital Zoom*1 (p. 61)

-2 − +2

Exposure Compensation (p . 90)

White Bala nce (WB)

ISO Speed (p. 93)

Photo Effect (p. 94)

My Colors (p. 95)

Bracket (p. 102)

Flash Adjust (p. 106)/ Flash Output

(p. 91)

AF Frame Green: Focusing Complete Yellow: Focusing Difficulty

Metering Method (p. 89)

Drive Mode (p. 59, 63)

Buffer Warning

Remaining Movie Time (Shooting Mode)/ Movie Elapsed Time (Shooting Mode)

AE Lock/FE Lock (p. 103 , 104)

Shutter Speeds

Aperture value

Manual Focus (p. 111)

mage Stabilizer (p. 35)

Camera Shake Warning (p. 31)

Recordable still shots remaining

Shooting prohibited (p. 66)

Flash (p. 40)

Macro (p. 56, 57)

Auto Rotate (p. 124)

Save Settings (p. 113)

Rec

While shooting a movie

Shooting Modes (p. 49, 84)

Wind Filter (OFF)

Preparing the Camera

(Movies) Resolution/ Frame Rate

(Stills) Resolution (p. 38)

(Stills) Compression (p. 38)

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*1Zoom powers reflect the combined optical and digital zoom effects.

Optical zoom is displayed in white up to "12x", the optical telephoto limit. It does not appear when "digital zoom" is disabled. When digital zoom is enabled, the zoom value is displayed in blue.

*2 The AF frame does not appear when it is set to Auto or during Reverse

Display.

*3 This is not normally displayed. It appears when remaining available

internal memory (buffer) is half or less during movie recording. (p. 38)

*4 Appears only when shooting movies.

*5 When the buffer warning indicates full, shooting or recording may be

stopped. This is not normally displayed. It appears when camera shake occurs when the shutter button is pressed lightly (halfway).

*6 "0" appears in red when no more recording space is available for either

still images at the current resolution or remaining movie time. When both recording capacities are full, the "Memory card full" message appears.

Playback Information–Standard (Playback Mode)

File number

Resolution (p. 38)

Total number of images

Data type, etc. (p. 69)

Sound Memo (WAVE file) (p. 115)

Protection Status (p. 121)

Shooting Time

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Playback Information–Detailed (Playback Mode)

Histogram (p. 32)

File number

ISO Speed (p. 93)

Macro (p. 56)

White Balance (WB) (p. 91)

Flash Adjust/Flash Output (p. 106)

Preparing the Camera

Shooting Modes (p. 49, 84)

Shutter speed Aperture value

Resolution (Movies ) (p. 38)

Frame Rate (p. 67)

-2 − +2 Exposure Compensation (p. 90)

Metering Method (p. 89)

Photo Effect (p. 94)

My Colors (p. 95)

Manual Focus (p. 111)

The following information may also be displayed with some images.

A sound file in a format other than the WAVE format is attached or the file format is not recognized.

JPEG image with format not conforming to Design rule for Camera File System Standards (p. 167)

RAW image

Unrecognized data type

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Even in the no information display mode, shooting information appears for approximately 6 seconds (shooting information may not appear depending on the camera settings at that time).

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The (camera shake warning) or (flash warning) icon appears in red on the LCD monitor (or viewfinder) in low light conditions while the camera is preparing to shoot. Use one of the following shooting methods.

- Raise the flash to enable automatic or normal firing

- Turn the Image Stabilizer function on (p. 35)

- Fix the camera to a tripod Continued on next page

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While a recorded image is displayed on the LCD monitor, you can check the exposure with the graph (see Histogram Function (p. 32)) that shows the distribution of the brightness data. If the exposure requires adjustment, set the exposure compensation (p. 90) and reshoot. Press the DISP. button if the histogram and other information are not shown.

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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.

Histogram

The histogram is a graph that allows you to judge the brightness of the shot image. The greater the bias toward the left in the graph, the darker the image. The greater the bias toward the right, the brighter the image. If the image is too dark, adjust the exposure compensation to a positive value. Similarly, adjust the exposure compensation to a negative value if the image is too bright (p. 90).

Dark Image Balanced Image Bright Image

Overexposure Warning

In the following cases, overexposed portions of the image blink.

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When reviewing an image right after shooting in the LCD monitor (information view) or in the viewfinder

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In the detailed display mode of the Playback mode

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Shooting-The Basics

Auto Mode

Turn the mode lever to (Shooting).

Set the mode dial to .

3 If you are using the LCD monitor, open it. (p. 77)

4 Aim the camera at the subject.

Shooting-The Basics

5 Use the zoom to achieve the

Wide angle Telephoto

desired composition in the LCD monitor (or viewfinder).

z Turning the zoom lever toward

magnifies the subject (telephoto). Turning the zoom lever toward decreases the size of the subject (wide angle). The speed at which the magnification change is determined by the way the zoom lever is turned. Turning the zoom lever in one swift movement completely to the right/left enables fast zooming. For slow zooming, slowly turn the zoom lever halfway.

z The zoom can be adjusted from 36mm to 432mm in 35mm film

equivalent terms. The combined use of the digital zoom and optical zoom enables magnified

shooting up to approx. 48x. (p. 61) The digital zoom cannot be used with some shooting modes. (p. 185)

Images become coarser the more they are digitally zoomed.

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6 Lightly press the shutter button

(pressing halfway) to focus.

Two beeps will sound when the camera has finished focusing, and the AF frame appears green. z The AF frame will light yellow and the

beep will sound one time if the subject is difficult to focus on.

z The shutter speed and aperture value are automatically determined and

show on the LCD monitor (or viewfinder). In addition, the camera will automatically set the focus.

7 Press the shutter button all the

way.

You will hear the shutter sound when the shot is complete. Do not move the camera until you hear this sound. The picture appears for two seconds.

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See page 184 for settings that can be changed in this mode.

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The field of view* of the LCD monitor and viewfinder is 100%.

* This is the percentage of the actual shooting field that can be viewed

in the LCD monitor (or viewfinder).

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

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The indicator blinks red while data is recorded onto the memory card.

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The beep and shutter sound can be set to On/Off using the [Set up] menu (p. 79).

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Shots cannot be taken while the flash is charging (the white mark blinks when pressing the shutter button halfway while the flash is charging, and it stops blinking when shooting is enabled).

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You can change the length of time images show on the LCD monitor (or viewfinder) after shooting, or set it so they do not show at all (p. 37).

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AF-assist Beam

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

The AF-assist Beam can be turned off (p. 77). For example, 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 when shooting in dark places may make it more difficult for the camera to focus.

- Even when the AF-assist beam is turned off, the red-eye reduction lamp fires when [Red-eye] is set to [On].

Image Stabilizer Function

The image stabilizer function allows you to minimize the camera shake effect (blurred images) when you shoot distant subjects that have been magnified or when you shoot in dark conditions. This function's default setting is [On].

1 From the [ (Rec.)] menu, select [IS Mode], and press

or X button.

Selecting Menus and Settings (p. 73)

z [Continuous], [Off], [Shoot Only] and [Panning] can be selected.

Continuous Image stabilization is always active.

Shoot Only Image stabilization is active when the shutter button is pressed all the way

Panning Image stabilization is active when the camera shakes vertically (up and

down.

down).

Shooting-The Basics

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The following icons appear on the LCD monitor (or viewfinder) if it is set to Information View display.

[Continuous]

[Shoot Only]

[Panning]

With no lens converter –

With separately sold teleconverter mounted

With separately sold wide converter mounted

p. 158

2 Press the MENU button.

z Camera shake may not be fully corrected when shooting with slow

shutter speeds, such as with evening shots. In this case, affix the camera to a tripod.

z If camera shake is too strong, it may not be fully corrected. z [Panning] is recommended for use when shooting while moving the

camera horizontally.

z Hold the camera horizontally while panning (stabilization does not work

when the camera is held vertically).

Photo Tips and Information (p. 174)

Reviewing an Image Right After Shooting

Mode Dial

After a photo is taken, the image displays for two seconds (to change this setting, see page 37). There are two ways to display the image longer:

- Keeping the shutter button pressed after a shot.

- Pressing the SET button while the image is displayed

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Press the shutter button halfway again to stop displaying it and shoot an image.

You can perform the following while an image is displayed (stitch assist is not available).

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Display the image's information (p. 27).

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Display the magnified image (p. 43).

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Erase individual images (p. 47, 48)

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Attach sound memos (p. 115)

Changing the Review Duration

Select [Review] from the [ (Rec.)] menu and use the W or

to select the duration setting.

z Selecting Menus and Settings (p. 73)

Off: Images do not display 2 to 10 sec.: Images appear for the time selected even if the shutter button

is released. Hold: The image is displayed until the shutter button is pressed again halfway.

2 Press the MENU button.

You can shoot the next image while an image is still displayed.

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Changing Resolution/Compression Settings

Mode Dial

You can change the resolution, compression (still images) and resolution/ frame rate (movies, p. 67) settings to suit the purpose of the image you are about to shoot.

Still Images

Resolution

Display Pixels

L (Large) 2592 × 1944

M1 (Medium 1) 2048 × 1536

M2 (Medium 2) 1600 × 1200

S (Small) 640 × 480

Compression Purpose

Superfine

Fine Shoot normal quality movies

Normal Shoot more images

Print larger than A4-size prints* 210 x 297 mm

Large

(8.3 x 11.7 in.)

Print A4 size* 210 x 297 mm (8.3 x 11.7 in.) prints

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

Send images as e-mail attachments

Small

Shoot more images

High

Shoot higher quality movies

Quality

Normal

Movies

Resolution Frame Rate

640 × 480 30 frames/sec.

640 × 480 15 frames/sec.

320 × 240 30 frames/sec. Normal Full-motion

320 × 240 15 frames/sec. Normal Normal Shoot longer movies

Image

Quality

High

Quality

High

Quality

Full-motion

Quality

Normal

Recording

Purpose

Time

Short

Shoot higher quality movies

Normal shooting with resolution quality as a priority

Normal shooting with full-motion as a priority

Long

Purpose

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1 Press the FUNC. button.

For still images, use S or T on the omni selector to select * (2592 ×

1944).

For movies, select * (640 × 480, 30 fps). * The current setting is displayed.

3 Use the W or X button on the omni

selector to select the resolution you wish to set, then press the SET button.

For movies, select the resolution and frame rate.

Number of shots remaining (Only displayed when the resolution or compression is selected.) In the case of a movie clip, displays the remaining shooting time (in seconds).

Shooting-The Basics

4 For still images,

use the W or

button on the omni selector to select the compression you wish to set, then press the SET button.

z You can shoot the image right after

selecting settings by pressing the shutter button. This screen will appear again once the movie is shot.

z Image file size (estimated) (p. 171) z Types of memory card and number of shots remaining (p. 170)

5 Press the FUNC. button and shoot the image.

Changes movie resolution or frame rate (p. 67)

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Using the Built-in Flash

Use the flash according to the guidelines below.

Mode Dial

Flash is open

Flash is closed The flash will not fire.

The flash fires with every shot.

The flash will fire automatically.

1 Raise the flash manually, and

shoot.

Press the button to switch between and (switching does not apply in some modes).

A flashing red in the LCD monitor (or viewfinder) indicates insufficient light level. In this case, raise the flash before shooting. However, when shooting with the , , or mode there is no indication.

2 When you are not using the flash,

lower the flash down until it closes.

Setting the Red-eye Reduction Function

Mode Dial

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

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1 Select [Red-eye] from the

[ (Rec.)] menu.

Selecting Menus and Settings (p. 73)

2 Use the W or X button on the omni selector to select [On]

and press the MENU button.

appears on the LCD monitor (or viewfinder) if it is set to Information

View display.

Red-Eye Reduction

Light reflecting back from eyes can make them appear red when the flash is used in dark areas. Under these conditions, use the red-eye reduction mode. For this mode to be effective, the subject must be looking right at the red-eye reduction lamp. 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 moving closer to the subject.

Setting the Slow Synchro

Mode Dial

The flash timing is adjusted to slow shutter speeds. This reduces the chance that only the background will appear dark when a person is shot against a twilight background or night scene, or when an interior shot is taken.

Shooting-The Basics

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1 Select [Slow Synchro] from the

[ (Rec.)] menu.

Selecting Menus and Settings (p. 79)

2 Use the W or X button on the omni selector to select [On]

and press the MENU button.

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

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The flash fires with automatic adjustments when [Flash Adjust] is set to [Auto] in the Rec. menu. Automatic adjustment sets the flash intensity (p. 106). When shooting in mode, or with [Flash Adjust] set to [Manual], the flash fires with the manually set adjustments. For manual flash, you set flash intensity in advance (p. 106).

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When [Flash Adjust] is set to [Auto], the flash fires twice. A pre-flash will fire and will be followed by the main flash. The pre-flash is 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. However, the pre-flash does not fire when shooting with FE Lock enabled (p. 104).

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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.

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Shots cannot be taken while the flash is charging.

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The flash may take up to approximately 10 seconds to charge. Actual times will vary according to usage and the battery charge.

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When shooting with [Slow Synchro] set to [On], camera shake may become a factor. Use of a tripod is recommended.

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In the case of , , , and , the flash mode setting is not canceled even when the camera is turned off.

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Playback-The Basics

Displaying Images Individually

1 Turn the mode lever to the right to

set the camera to Playback mode.

The last recorded image appears on the LCD monitor (or viewfinder).

2 Move between images using the W

or X arrow on the omni selector.

z Use W to move to the previous image and

X to move to the next. Hold down the

button to advance through the images more rapidly, but the images will not appear as clearly.

z Press the DISP. button to show the data for the displayed image (p. 27). z Press the button to quickly delete the displayed image (p. 47).

You may not be able to play back images that have been shot with another camera or edited on a computer with other software applications.

Magnifying Images

1 Turn the zoom lever toward

to magnify the image and toward

to cancel the magnified

display.

Playback-The Basics

Magnified approximately 5 times

Magnified approximately 10 times

Approximate position of the magnified areaApproximate position of the magnified area

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z You can move around the image using ST or WX on the omni selector. z You can also cancel it immediately by pressing the MENU button. z Movie frames and index playback images cannot be magnified. z You can magnify an image while it is displayed on the LCD monitor (or

viewfinder) immediately after the image is shot (p. 36).

2 Press the SET button.

z The image advance mode is activated, and using the W or X button, the

preceding or next image can be displayed at the same level of magnification.

z You can change the magnification level with the zoom lever. z Pressing the SET button again cancels the image advance mode, and

the image can be moved around.

Viewing Images in Sets of Nine (Index Playback)

1 Press the zoom lever toward .

Nine images appear at once (index playback).

Selected Image

Movie

2 Change the image selection using the W, X, S or T

button on the omni selector.

Press the DISP. button to show the data for the selected image (p. 27).

Pressing the

S arrow in

this row

this row displays the

displays the previous set

previous set of nine

of nine images.

images.

Pressing the T arrow in this row displays the next set of nine images.

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3 Press the zoom lever toward .

Index playback cancels and the display reverts to single image playback.

JUMP

The display jumps nine images at a time

1 In index playback mode (p. 44), press the JUMP button.

The jump bar will display.

Jump Bar

2 View the previous or next nine

images using W or X button on the omni selector.

Hold the SET button down and press the

W or X button to jump to the first or last set.

3 Press the JUMP button.

The jump bar disappears and the camera reverts to index playback.

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JUMP Jumping to Images

When you have many images recorded onto a memory card, it is handy to use the four search keys below to jump over images to find the object of your search.

Jump 10 Images: jumps over 10 images at a time

Jump 100 Images: jumps over 100 images at a time

Jump Shot Date: jumps to the first image with the next shooting date

Jump to Movie: jumps to a movie (playback is available)

1 In Single Image playback mode

(p. 43), press the JUMP button.

z The camera will switch to jump search

mode.

z The screen sample will vary slightly

according to the search key.

Position of currently displayed image

2 Use the

or T button to select the , , or button, and press the

To change the search key, press the S or T button.

To Return to Single Image Playback

Press the MENU button.

or X button.

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Erasing

Erasing Single Images

Please note that erased images cannot be recovered. Exercise adequate caution before erasing a file.

1 Use the W or X button to select an

image for deletion and press the

button.

2 Use the W or X button on the omni selector to select

[Erase], then press the SET button.

z To exit instead of erasing, select [Cancel].

Protected images cannot be erased with this function (p. 121).

Erasing

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Erasing All Images

Please note that erased images cannot be recovered. Exercise adequate caution before erasing a file.

1 Select [Erase all] from the [ (Play)] menu and press the

SET button.

Selecting Menus and Settings (p. 73)

2 Use the W or X button on the omni

selector to select [OK], then press the SET button.

To cancel instead of erasing, select [Cancel].

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You should format the memory card when you want to erase not only image data but also all the data contained on the card (p. 20).

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Protected images cannot be erased with this function (p. 121).

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Useful Shooting Functions

Using the Mode Dial (Image Zone)

Settings fitting the shooting conditions of your subject can easily be set using the mode dial.

Landscape

Use this mode to shoot spacious l andscape scenes.

Night Scene

Portrait

Blurs the background and makes a person stand out.

Movie p. 63

Use this mode to shoot movies. Sound is also recorded simultaneously.

Useful Shooting Functions

Use this mode to captu re human subjects against the backdrop of an evening sky or night scene. The flash is directed at the person and the shutter speed is slow, so both the person and the background ca n be beautifully shot.

Stitch Assist p. 52

Special Scene



p. 50

You can take an optimal picture simply by selecting the appropriate shooting mode.

Use this mode when taking shots that you want to combine into a panorama.

My Colors  p. 95

Change the colors in an image, such as by altering the balance between blue, green and red, transforming pale or tanned skin, or changing a specific color before shooting.

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Some settings can be changed in each shooting mode (p. 184).

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Observe the following precautions according to the selected function.

You can achieve a better blurring effect of the background by making sure the upper half of your subject fills the entire LCD monitor (or viewfinder).

You can enhance the blurring effect of the background even more by setting the lens to its maximun telephoto setting.

The camera shake warning icon may appear on the LCD monitor (or viewfinder) since slower shutter speeds are frequently used in this mode. If this happens, affix the camera to a tripod.

The shutter speed slows down. Even if you use the flash, tell your subjects not to move for a few moments.

If the Night Scene mode is used to shoot mid-day shots, the same effects as with the mode can be obtained.

The slow synchro option automatically turns on.

With , (Special scene) of and , and , noise in images may be greater because of the increased ISO speed.

Shooting in a Special Scene Mode

You can take an optimal picture simply by selecting the appropriate shooting mode.

Foliage

Snow

Beach

Fireworks

Indoor

Night Snapshot

Shoots trees and leaves—such as new growth, autumn leaves or blossoms—in vivid colors.

Shoots without a blue tinge and without making people appear dark against a snowy background.

Shoots without making people appear dark near water or sand where reflected sunlight is strong.

Captures fireworks in the sky crisply and at an optimal exposure.

Prevents camera shake and maintains the subject's true color when shooting under florescent or tungsten lightning. The exposure is regulated so as to avoid the use of flash as much as possible.

Use this to take snapshots of people against twilight or night backgrounds to reduce the effects of camera shake even without using a tripod.

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Foliage Snow Beach

Fireworks Indoor Night Snapshot

1 Turn the mode dial to (Special

Scene Mode).

2 Use

or X to select a shooting

mode.

z The icon of the selected shooting mode

appears on the LCD monitor.

z Shooting procedures are the same as for

the Auto Mode (p. 33).

z You can shoot right after selecting an

option. And you can immediately change the shooting mode.

The shutter speed is slow in (fireworks) mode. Always use a tripod to avoid camera shake.

Useful Shooting Functions

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See page 184 for settings that can be changed in this mode.

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Results may vary depending on the subject.

Shooting Panoramic Images (Stitch Assist)

Use this mode to shoot a series of overlapping frames for merging (stitching) into a large panoramic image using a computer.

Please use the bundled PhotoStitch program to merge the images on a computer.

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Framing a Subject

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

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Compose each frame so that it overlaps 30 - 50% of the adjoining image. Try to keep the vertical misalignment to less than 10% of the image height.

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Do not include moving items in the overlap.

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Do not try to stitch images that include both distant and close items. These items may appear warped or doubled up in the merged image. Make the brightness in each image consistent. The final image will appear unnatural if the contrast in brightness is too great.

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To shoot landscapes, swivel (pan) the camera around its own vertical axis.

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

Shooting

Images can be shot in five sequences in Stitch Assist mode.

Left to right horizontally

Right to left horizontally

Vertically, bottom to top

Vertically, top to bottom

Clockwise starting at the top left

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See page 184 for settings that can be changed in this mode.

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Digital zoom is not available.

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A custom white balance (p. 92) setting cannot be set in (Stitch Assist mode). To use a custom white balance setting, first set it in another shooting mode.

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The settings for the first image are used to take subsequent images in the sequence.

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Even when connected to a TV, the image displayed on the TV cannot be shot.

1 Turn the mode dial to .

2 Use the W or X button on the omni

selector to select the shooting sequence, then press the SET button.

The shooting sequence is set. You can also press the shutter button directly to shoot without pressing the SET button.

3 Shoot the first frame in the

sequence.

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

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4 Compose the second image so

that it overlaps a portion of the first and shoot.

z Minor discrepancies in the overlapping

portions can be corrected when the images are stitched together.

z An image can be retaken. Press the S, T,

W or X button on the omni selector to

return to that frame.

z A maximum of 26 images can be recorded

either horizontally or vertically.

Sequence

5 Repeat the procedure for additional images.

6 Press the SET button after the last shot.

Shooting Movies from the Still Image Shooting Mode

Without setting the mode dial to , movies can be shot just by pressing the movie button while in the still image shooting or playback mode.

Mode Dial

1 Press the Movie button.

The camera beeps once and shooting starts. Sound is recorded simultaneously.

When the Movie button is pressed again, the camera beeps twice and shooting stops.

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The tally lamp blinks red during movie recording and goes off when the recording session is over. When [Tally Lamp] is set to [Off] in the Rec. menu, the lamp does not

(p. 77)

blink

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Shooting a Movie (p. 63) Changing resolution and frame rate (p. 67) The Movie icon appears on the LCD monitor (or viewfinder). The evaluative light metering mode is enabled (p. 89). The AF frame does not display. When you stop shooting the movie, the camera reverts to the last still image settings. However, AF Lock (p. 110) and Program Shift (p. 104) settings are canceled.

Shooting Close-Ups (Macro)

Use this mode to record subjects in the range of 10 to 50 cm (3.9 in. to 1.6 ft.) from the end of the lens at the maximum wide angle.

Mode Dial

1 Press the button to activate

Macro mode.

z appears on the LCD monitor. z When the zoom bar is displayed on the LCD

monitor (or viewfinder) during zoom operation, the zoom range that is not available for Macro shooting appears in yellow. If you zoom to the yellow range, the zoom bar disappears and the Macro icon ( ) is grayed out. In this case, the shutter button still works, but shooting is the same as normal (non-Macro) mode.

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After two seconds

To Cancel Macro Mode

Press the button so that no longer displays.

Exposure may not be optimal when the flash is used in Macro mode.

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Macro mode remains active after shooting a photo.

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Photo Tips and Information (p. 174)

Image Area in Macro Mode

When the zoom is set between the maximum telephoto and wide-angle settings, the effective distance from the lens to the subject becomes the same as for the maximum telephoto setting.

Zoom Setting Distance from Lens to Subject Image Area

Maximum wide angle

* Maximum wide angle

10 cm (3.9 in.) 118 x 87 mm (4.6 x 3.4 in.)

Moving Even Closer (Super Macro Shooting)

Mode Dial

This mode allows shooting even closer to the subject than standard Macro mode, magnifying the subject further. In addition, the background can be shot differently from the standard macro shooting effects. Shooting is possible when the distance from the front of the lens to the subject is in the following range:

0 to 10 cm (0 to 3.9 in.) (maximum wide angle)

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1 Repeatedly press the button

to display on the LCD monitor.

Pressing the button again cancels the Super Macro mode (Macro mode is also canceled).

Be careful to avoid damaging the lens when shooting in Super Macro mode.

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Digital zoom is not available.

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When Super Macro mode is enabled, digital zoom is canceled and the zoom is set to maximum wide-angle.

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The image area when closest to the subject is as follows:

Zoom position Image Area

Maximum wide angle 22 x 16 mm (0.87 x 0.63 in.)

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Super Macro selection and settings are also available from the Custom mode.

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Using the Self-timer

Mode Dial

1 Press button.

The current setting is displayed. z Pressing the button cycles between

settings.

z You can switch between the (10 sec.),

(2 sec.) and (Custom Timer) options with the [Self timer] option in

the [ (Rec.)] menu (p. 76).

z When the self-timer is set to ( ), the shutter activates 10 (2)

seconds after the shutter button is pressed fully. With the option, the specified number of shots are taken after the specified delay. *May not be displayed, depending on mode.

2 Check that , or is

displayed and shoot the image.

z When is selected, the self-timer

sounds and the self-timer lamp starts blinking when the shutter button is pressed all the way. The blinking gets faster approximately 2 seconds before the shutter trips.

z When is selected, the self-timer lamp blinks fast from the beginning,

and the shutter trips after approximately 2 seconds.

z When is selected and the shutter button is pressed all the way, the

custom self-timer behaves as follows according to the preset delay: 0 seconds: The shutter trips immediately. 1 second: A beep sounds and the self-timer lamp blinks fast until

2 to 30 seconds: A beep sounds and the self-timer lamp starts blinking.

z You can change the self-timer sound by changing the [Self-Timer Sound]

setting in the [ (My Camera)] menu

the shutter trips approximately 1 second later.

Approximately 2 seconds before the shot, the self-timer sounds (if customized), and the blinking gets faster.

(p. 81)

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Changing the Delay Time and Number of Shots (Custom Timer)

You can set the self-timer delay and number of shots to be taken.

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

[Self-timer].

z Selecting Menus and Settings (p. 73) z These settings are not available when

(My Colors), (Stitch Assist) or (Movie) is displayed.

2 Select and press the SET button.

3 Select the timer delay and number

of shots.

c Use the W or X button on the omni

selector to set the delay. Timer delay settings: 0 to 10, 15, 20 or 30 seconds

d Use the T button on the omni selector to select the [No. of Shots], and

select the delay with the W or X button. No. of shots: 1 to 10

4 Press the SET button.

When set for multiple shots, shooting automatically stops when the memory card is full.

When set for multiple shots, exposure and white balance are set and locked with the first shot, and shooting occurs at the same speed as for high-speed continuous shooting and the self-timer lamp blinks. Shooting may slow down while the flash is charging and when internal memory becomes full.

(p. 62)

. Between shots, the beep sounds

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Using the Digital Zoom

Mode Dial

With the combined optical and digital zoom functions, images can be zoomed as follows: 15x, 19x, 24x, 30x, 37x and 48x.

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Images become coarser the more they are digitally zoomed.

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To zoom back out, turn the zoom lever toward .

1 Turn the mode dial to any Shooting mode except or

2 Select [Digital Zoom] from the [ (Rec.)] menu, select

[On] with the W or X button, then press the MENU button.

See Selecting Menus and Settings

(p. 73)

3 Turn the zoom lever toward

and shoot the image.

When you zoom in with optical zoom, zooming stops when the lens reaches the maximum optical telephoto setting (while shooting still images). To activate digital zoom and continue zooming in, turn the zoom lever toward once more.

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Continuous Shooting

Mode Dial

Use this mode to shoot successive frames while the shutter button is fully pressed. Recording ceases when the shutter button is released. Smooth continuous shooting at a constant interval can proceed until the memory is full.

*1 The recommended super high-speed SDC-512MSH SD card (sold separately)

is used and formatted with a low level format (p.20), and a resolution and compression combination other than and is selected. However, if continuous shooting suddenly stops, the SD card may be full.

*2 This figure reflects standard shooting criteria established by Canon. Actual

figures may vary according to the subject and shooting conditions.

*3 Large/Fine

*1*2

Standard Continuous Mode Approx.1.5 shots/second

High-Speed Continuous Shooting Approx. 2.4 shots/second

*2*3

Recommended when you want to confirm the subject during continuous shooting.

Recommended when you want the briefest shutter interval during continuous shooting.

1 Press the button to display

or .

2 Press the shutter button halfway to lock the focus. 3 Press the shutter button all the way to shoot.

Recording ceases when the shutter button is released.

To Cancel Continuous Shooting

Press the button twice to display .

To enhance the continuous shooting performance when you suspect the speed has dropped, you are recommended to format the memory card in the camera (Low Level Format) after you save all its images to your computer.

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The interval between shots may lengthen when the camera's built-in memory fills.

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If the flash is firing, the interval between shots will lengthen to accommodate the flash's charging requirements.

Selecting a Continuous Shooting Method

Select either standard or high-speed continuous shooting.

1 Select [Cont. Shooting] from the

[ (Rec.)] menu.

z Selecting Menus and Settings (p. 73) z Select a mode that supports continuous

shooting.

Use the W or X button to select [ Continuous] or [ ] and press the MENU button.

Continuous shooting is canceled when you turn the camera off, although the continuous shooting selection is retained.

Shooting a Movie

1 Turn th e mod e dial to .

The maximum recording time (in seconds) is displayed.

z Changing resolution and frame rate (p. 67) z Changing the sound mode (p. 68) z Movies can be shot from the still image

mode (p. 55).

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2 Press the Movie button.

The camera beeps once and shooting starts. Sound is recorded simultaneously.

When the Movie button is pressed again, the camera beeps twice and shooting stops.

z The tally lamp blinks red during movie

recording and goes off when the recording session is over. When [Tally Lamp] is set to [Off] in the Rec. menu, the lamp does not blink (p. 77).

z The maximum recording capacity is 1 GB.

These figures will vary according to the type of memory cards and their capacity. When the memory card is about to become full or when the file size is about to reach about 1 GB, the remaining shooting time displayed on the lower right corner of the LCD monitor (or viewfinder) will blink red and recording will stop automatically approximately 10 seconds later.

z The recording time and capacity may vary according to camera usage

and memory card performance. When the camera's available internal memory is low, the buffer warning LCD monitor (or viewfinder), indicating that shooting will automatically end soon, regardless of the remaining shooting time and recording capacity. If the buffer warning frequently appears, try the following methods to solve the problem.

- Reformat the memory card before filming (p. 20)

- Set the resolution to or (320 ¯ 240) or the frame rate to or

(15 frames/sec.)

- Use a high speed memory card (such as SDC-512MSH).

z The recording time may not display properly during shooting or

filming may stop unexpectedly with the following types of memory cards.

- Slow recording cards

- Cards formatted on a different camera or a computer

- Cards which have had images recorded and erased repeatedly

(p. 29)

appears at the right side of the

Continued on next page

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z Although the recording time may not display properly during

shooting, the movie will be recorded correctly on the memory card. Recording time will display properly if you format the memory card in this camera (excluding slow recording memory cards).

z You are recommended to use a memory card that has been

formatted in your camera to shoot movies (p. 20). The card supplied with the camera may be used without further formatting.

z Be careful not to touch the microphone while shooting. z If the indicator blinks after a shot, this indicates that the movie is

being written to the SD card. You cannot shoot again until the blinking stops.

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See page 184 for settings that can be changed in this mode.

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Resolution/Frame Rate (p. 38)

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The following operations are available during movie recording:

- Zoom, digital zoom

- AF lock: Pressing the MF button activates AF lock with the current

conditions. appears on the LCD monitor (or viewfinder). You can cancel AF lock by pressing the MF button again. When registered to the shortcut button, pressing the button executes auto-focus and locks again ( appears).

- Manual Focus (p. 111)

- AE lock, exposure shift: Press the button to enable AE lock. The

and

exposure shift bar appears on the LCD monitor (or

viewfinder), and exposure can be changed using the W or X button. You can cancel AE lock by pressing the button again. When registered to the shortcut button, pressing the button executes auto exposure and locks again ( appears). However, this is not operable while the exposure shift bar is displayed.

- Image Stabilizer

(p. 35)

- Still Image Shooting (p. 66) * Operation is available only by registering a short-cut key (p. 82).

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Sound is recorded in stereo.

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There is no shutter sound in Movie mode.

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QuickTime 3.0 or higher is required to play back movie files (AVI/Motion JPEG) on a computer. (QuickTime for Windows is bundled on the supplied Digital Camera Solution Disk). On the Macintosh platform, this program is standard with Mac OS X or later.

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Shooting Still Images while Shooting a Movie

You can shoot a still image while shooting a movie.

Mode Dial

1 While shooting a movie, press the shutter button halfway

to focus.

Press the shutter halfway so the camera can focus and set exposure for the still image. During this process, movie shooting continues.

2 Press the shutter button all the way to shoot the image.

z The movie goes black for an instant while the still image is shot, and then

returns to normal. However, sound recording continues uninterrupted.

The shutter sound is also recorded (and cannot be disabled).

z The flash will not fire.

z Continuous shooting of still images is not available.

z Movie shooting may stop when shooting a still image if there is

insufficient internal memory available.

z The following icons appear if the recording speed of the storage media

is too slow or if there is insufficient internal memory available, in which case a still image cannot be shot.

: While this is blinking, writing is in progress. Shooting is again

possible when it stops blinking and stays lit.

: Internal memory is full, so shooting is disabled.

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Changing Resolution and Frame Rate

In any shooting mode, movie resolution and frame rate can be set.

1 Press the FUNC. button.

Use the S or T button on the omni selector to select *, then select the desired movie resolution and frame rate settings using the

button.

* The current setting is displayed.

Icon Resolution Frame Rate

(640 ¯ 480 pixels) 30 frames/sec.

(640 ¯ 480 pixels) 15 frames/sec.

(320 ¯ 240 pixels) 30 frames/sec.

(320 ¯ 240 pixels) 15 frames/sec.

Changing Resolution/Compression Settings (p. 38)

z The number of recordable frames per second varies according to the

selected resolution setting (p. 171).

z You can shoot the movie right after selecting settings by pressing the

Movie button. This screen will appear again once the movie is shot.

Recordable Movie Time

3 Press the FUNC. button then

press the Movie button to start shooting.

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Changing the Sound Mode

Mode Dial

Microphone level (sound recording level), wind filter and sampling rate can be changed.

1 Select [Audio] in the [ (Set up)]

menu and press the SET button.

Selecting Menus and Settings (p. 73)

2 Use the

or T button to select [Mic Level] and set the sound level with the

3 Use the

or X button.

or T button to select [Wind Filter] and select [On] or [Off] with the

z z The default setting is Off. z When set to On, displays in the LCD

4 Use the

This suppresses noise when the wind is strong.

monitor (or viewfinder).

or X button.

or T button to select [Sampling Rate] and select the frequency with the

z Sampling rate is selectable from 44.100,

22.050 and 11.025 kHz.

Higher sample rates provide better sound quality but require more memory for recording.

or X button.

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5 Press the MENU button twice.

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Even if the recording volume becomes too loud, it automatically adjusts to avoid distortion of loud sounds.

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Wind filter suppresses noise that occurs in locations with strong wind. However, unnatural sound can result when used to record in locations with no wind.

Viewing/Editing Movies

You can play back recorded movies and delete unwanted portions from the beginning or the end of movie clips.

z Protected movies cannot be edited (p. 121). z It may take some time to save an edited movie as a new file depending

on the file size. If the batteries run out of charge partway through, edited movie clips cannot be saved. When editing movies, use separately sold, fully charged AA-size NiMH batteries or Compact Power Adapter CA-PS700.

You may experience frame dropping if you are using a slow memory card and recording with high resolution and frame rate settings.

Useful Shooting Functions

1 Select a movie in the

Playback mode and press the SET button.

2 Use the W or X button

on the omni selector to select one of the following operations, then press the SET button.

This mark appears on movie files

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Movie Control Panel

(Exit): Back to the screen in Step 1

(Print): Movies can be printed. See the Direct Print User Guide for details. (This icon appears when a printer is connected)

(Play): Starts playback of movies and sound

(Slow Playback): During slow playback, playback speed can be changed by WX. X

Movie Control Panel

Playback Sound Level

speeds up and W slows down. Selectable speeds are one frame/second and about one twentieth, one seventh, one third and normal speed (with some variation depending on frame rate).

(First Frame): Shows the first frame

(Previous Frame): Rewinds if the SET button is held down

(Next Frame): Fast forwards if the SET button is held down

(Last Frame): Shows the last frame

(Edit): Edits the movie  Step 3

Playback and Slow Motion Playback Operations

Playback Slow Motion Playback

ST : Adjusts the volume during

playback.

SET : Pauses playback.

Press again to resume playback.

z{: Operations can be performed. zThe audio cannot be played in slow motion playback. zVolume at which movies play back can be adjusted in the [ (Set up)]

menu (p. 79).

When Playback Ends

The last frame remains displayed when playback ends. SET: Displays the movie playback panel.

Press again to play back the movie again from the first frame.

z You may experience frame dropping and audio breakup when playing

back a movie on a computer with insufficient system resources.

z Please adjust the audio sound level on the TV when viewing movie files

on a TV.

z If you are not editing the movie, operations end here.

{ ¯

{ {

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3 After selecting (Edit), use the

S or T button on the omni selector to select (Cut Beginning) or (Cut End) from the movie editing panel.

(Cut Beginning): Deletes frames in the

first half of the movie

(Cut End): Deletes frames in the

second half of the movie

(Play): Plays back the temporarily

edited movie

(Save): Saves the movie

(Exit): Cancels movie editing and reverts to the screen in Step 2 Movies with an original length of 1 second or more can be edited in 1 second units.

Movie Editing Panel

Image Position

4 Use the W or X button to select an image at the position

to be deleted, select (Play) with the S or T button, and press the SET button.

The temporarily edited movie will start playing.

z The movie will stop if you press the SET button while it is playing. z Repeat Steps 3 and 4 to continue editing.

5 Use the S or T button to select (Save) and press

the SET button.

When (Exit) is selected, the edited movie is not saved and the camera reverts to the screen in Step 2.

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6 Use the W or X button to select [Overwrite] or [New File]

and press the SET button.

Overwrite: Saves the edited movie with its original name. The pre-edit

New File: Saves the edited movie under a new file name. The pre-edit

Cancel: Reverts to the screen in Step 3 without saving.

When there is not enough space left on the memory card, only the overwrite function is available. If this happens, S appears on the counter of the movie editing bar.

z Movies recorded at 240 × 480 or 320 × 240 pixels (30 f/s) and with the

z Movies shot with other cameras may not play back on this camera.

data is lost.

data is left unchanged.

video signal set to the PAL format may play back with a frame rate lower than the recorded rate when output to a TV or video. You can play every frame by using the slow motion playback. To check the images at the original frame rate, you are recommended to play the movie back on the camera's LCD monitor or on a computer.

See List of Messages (p. 149).

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Shooting-Advanced Functions

Selecting Menus and Settings

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

Some menu options may not be displayed in certain shooting modes.

Select a function item with the S or T button

Select an option with the W or X button

Exposure Compensation (± 0) p. 90

Flash Exposure Compensation (± 0) p. 106

Flash Output  p. 106

Turn the mode lever to

Press the

FUNC.

button.

or T button

to select a function item.

Press the

or X button

to select setting contents.

Press the

FUNC.

button.

Shoot the image.

Shooting-Advanced Functions

White Balance ( ) p. 91

ISO Speed ( )  p. 93

Photo Effect ( )  p. 94

My Colors  p. 95

Bracket ( )  p. 102

Resolution/Frame Rate, Movie ( )  p. 38

Resolution (L)  p. 38

Compression ( )  p. 38

( ) items in parentheses show default settings.

Exit the function.

Shoot the image.

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Selecting Settings by Pressing the MENU Button

Press the MENU button.

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

Press the S or T button to select a menu item. (Depending on the function, press the

Playback Shooting

after making a selection.)

Press the select setting contents. (Depending on the function, press the making a selection.)

Press the MENU button.

Shoot the image if in Shooting mode.

Rec. Menu/ Play Menu

Set up Menu

My Camera Menu

SET

or X button

or X button to

SET

button after

(Close the menu.)

Shoot the image.

In Shooting mode, the menu can be closed by pressing the shutter button halfway. (In Playback mode, the menu closes when the shutter button is pressed halfway an d the cam era switc hes to shooting mode.) Pressing the Movie button returns to shooting mode and also closes the menu.

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Rec. Menu

(p. 76)

Play Menu

Set up Menu

Shooting-Advanced Functions

(p. 79)

My Camera Menu

(p. 78)

(p. 127)

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Some menu items may not be available for selection according to the shooting mode (p. 184).

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You can apply a desired image and sound to and in the My Camera menu. For details, see Registering the My Camera Settings (p. 128) or the Software Starter Guide.

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Camera settings can be reset to the default values (p. 81).

Rec. Menu

Menu Item Available Settings

Flash Sync Sets the timing at which the flash fires.

Slow Synchro Sets whether or not the flash will fire with a slow shutter

speed.

Flash Adjust Sets whether or not the flash is adjusted automatically.

Red-eye Sets whether or not the red-eye reduction lamp fires when

the flash fires.

Cont. Shooting

For continuous shooting, select whether you want to view images, or use high-speed shooting without viewing on the LCD monitor.

Self-timer Sets the duration before the self-timer releases the shutter

once the shutter button is pressed.

Spot AE Point Sets the option of [Spot AE Point] (one of the metering

modes) to Center (the AE point is fixed to the center) or AE Point (the AE point corresponds to the AF point).

MF-Point Zoom

Sets whether or not the focusing point is magnified when using the manual focus.

1st-curtain*/2nd-curtain

On/Off*

Auto*/Manual

On*/Off

(Standard Continuous Mode)* / (High-Speed

Continuous Mode)

(10 sec.)* / (2 sec.) / (Custom)

Center*/AF Point

On*/Off

Reference

Page

p. 107

p. 41

p. 105

p. 40

p. 63

p. 59

p. 89

p. 111

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Menu Item Available Settings

Safety Shift When enabled, this function automatically adjusts exposure

AF Mode Sets the frequency of autofocus activation.

AF-assist Beam

Tally Lamp Sets whether or not the tally lamp blinks during movie

Digital Zoom Sets the digital zoom to on or off. The default setting is [On],

Review Sets the duration images display on the LCD monitor (or in

Save Original Select whether to store the original image when shooting a

Reverse Disp. Sets whether or not the image is reversed when the LCD

IS Mode Select whether and when to use the image stabilizer

Converter When the separately sold teleconverter (TC-DC58B) or

settings in the Av or Tv mode if they do not suit current exposure requirements when the shutter button is pressed halfway.

On/Off*

Continuous*/Single

Enables AF-assist beam firing during auto focusing, if necessary.

On*/Off

recording.

On*/Off

but can be changed while shooting movies.

On/Off*

the viewfinder) after the shutter button is released.

Off / 2* to 10 sec. / Hold

still image with My Colors.

On/Off*

monitor is tilted 180 degrees toward the lens.

On*/Off

function.

Off/Continuous*/Shoot Only/Panning

wide-angle converter (WC-DC58A) is mounted on the camera, this setting configures the camera for optimal performance.

Off*/WC-DC58A/TC-DC58B

Reference

Page

p. 87

p. 112

p. 35

p. 56

p. 61

p. 36

p. 97

p. 27

p. 35

p. 156

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Menu Item Available Settings

Intervalometer Shoots automatically at set intervals.

Set Shortcut button

Save Settings

* Default setting

2* to 100 shots 1* to 60 min.

Selects functions to be registered on the (Shortcut) button.

Saves settings selected in the Rec. menu and the function menu to the mode dial's mode.

Reference

Page

p. 107

p. 82

p. 113

Play Menu

Menu Item Available Settings

Protect Protects images from accidental erasure. p. 121

Rotate Rotates images clockwise 90° or 270° in the display. p. 114

Sound Recorder

Erase all Deletes all images from a memory card (except for

Slide Show Plays images automatically one after the other. p. 118

Print Order Sets the images that will be printed on a direct print

Transfer Order Specifies settings for images before downloading to a

Audio Record/Play Audio Only

protected images).

compatible printer or at a photo lab service, the number of copies and other parameters.

computer.

Reference Page

p. 115

p. 48

p. 143

p. 146

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Set up Menu

Menu Item Available Settings

Mute Set [On] to mute the start-up sound, operation sound, self-

Audio Sets microphone level, wind filter cut and sampling rate. p. 68

Volume Adjusts the volume of camera operations. –

aStart-up

bOperation

cSelf-timer

dShutter

e Playback

Settings of Above Items (a - e)

LCD Brightness

timer sound and shutter sound all at once.

If you set [Mute] to [On], no sound will be heard even when any sound item in the My Camera menu is set to

, or (On).

However, a warning will still sound when the memory card slot cover is opened while an image is being written to the memory card even if the [Mute] function is set to [On].

Adjusts the volume of the start-up sound when the camera

Vol.

power is turned on.

Adjusts the volume of the operation sound that beeps when

Vol.

any button other than the shutter button is pressed.

Adjusts the volume of the self-timer sound informing you

Vol.

that the photo will be taken in 2 seconds.

Adjusts the volume of the sound played when the shutter

Volu me

releases. The shutter sound does not play when a movie is recording.

During movie playback, adjusts the volume of sound memos

Vol.

and sound recordings.

Off 1 2* 3 4 5

Adjusts the LCD brightness of the LCD monitor.

On/Off*

(Normal)*/ (Bright)

Reference

Page

–

p. 23

–

p. 59

p. 33

p. 68, 115

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Menu Item Available Settings

Power Saving Sets whether or not the camera automatically powers down

Date/Time Sets the date and time and the date format.* p. 24

Format Formats (initializes) memory cards.* p. 20

File No. Reset Sets how file numbers are assigned to images when new

Auto Rotate Sets whether or not images shot with the camera on end are

Distance Units Sets the format of the displayed distance units of the MF

Language Sets the language used in the menus and messages on the

Video System Sets the video output signal standard.

* Default setting

or the LCD monitor (or viewfinder) goes off after a specified period of time elapses without camera operation. Auto Power Down

Display Off

10 sec./20 sec./30sec./1 min.*/2 min./3 min.

SD cards are inserted.

automatically rotated in the display.

indicator.

LCD monitor (or in the viewfinder).

• English*

• Deutsch (German) • Ɋɭɫɫɤɢɣ (Russian)

• Français (French) • Português (Portuguese)

• Nederlands (Dutch) • ǼȜȜȘȞȚțȐ (Greek)

• Dansk (Danich) • Polski (Polish)

• Suomi (Finnish) • ýeština (Czech)

• Italiano (Italian) • Magyar (Hungarian)

• Norsk (Norwegian) • Türkçe (Turkish)

• Svenska (Swedish) •

• Español (Spanish) (Traditional Chinese)

• • (Korean) (Simplifed Chinese) • (Japanese) You can change the language during image playback by

holding the SET button and pressing the JUMP button. (Except when the camera is connected to a printer)

On*/Off

On/Off*

On*/Off

m/cm* or ft/in

NTSC*/PAL

Reference

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My Camera Menu

Menu Item Available Settings

Theme Selects a common theme for each My Camera settings

Start-up Image Sets the start-up image when you turn on the camera. p. 127

Start-up Sound Sets the start-up sound when you turn on the camera. p. 127

Operation Sound

Selftimer Sound

Shutter Sound Sets the sound played when the shutter button is pressed.

My Camera Menu Contents

* Default setting

item.

Sets the sound when the omni selector or any button other than the shutter button is pressed.

Sets the sound informing you that the photo will be taken in 2 seconds.

The shutter sound does not play when a movie is recording.

(Off)/ */ /

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Resetting Settings to Their Default Values

You can reset the menu and button settings to the default settings in one operation.

1 Turn the mode lever to or to power up the camera. 2 Press and hold the MENU button for

more than 5 seconds.

The message "Reset settings to default?" appears on the LCD monitor (or viewfinder).

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3 Use the W or X button to select [OK], then press the SET

button.

Resetting starts.

z The normal screen resumes when resetting is complete. z To cancel resetting, select [Cancel] instead of [OK].

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z The following settings cannot be reset to default:

- [Date/Time], [Language] in the [ (Set up)] menu

- Colors specified in the Color Accent or Color Swap modes

- Mode Settings

- White balance data set with the custom white balance function (p. 91)

- Newly registered My Camera settings

z Settings cannot be reset when the camera is connected to a computer

or printer.

When the camera is in Shooting mode and the mode dial is set to , only the mode settings revert to defaults.

Registering Settings to the Shortcut Button

One frequently used function can be registered to the (Shortcut) button. The following functions can be registered:

Resolution (Default setting) (p. 38)

Movie Recording Size/Frame Rate (p. 38)

ISO Speed (Still Images Only) (p. 93)

Photo Effect*2 (p. 94)

My Colors (p. 95)

AE Lock (p. 103)

Display Off (p. 123)

*1 A custom white balance can be used once a custom white balance reading has been taken. *2 A custom photo effect can be used once a custom effect has been set.

White Balance*1 (p. 91)

Image Stabilizer (p. 35)

AF Lock (p. 110)

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Registering a Function

1 Select [Set Shortcut button] from

the [ (Rec.)] menu and press the SET button.

z See Selecting Menus and Settings (p. 73).

2 Use the W or X button to select the

function you wish to register and press the SET button.

z If an "x" mark appears on the lower right of the

icon, you can still register this function but the current shooting mode will be retained and pressing the shortcut button will not activate the function (the icon of the registered function will not appear).

Mode dial set to

Using the Shortcut Button

1 Press the button.

The registered function is recalled and its icon appears on the LCD monitor or viewfinder (except if the display is off). z Pressing the button cycles between

setting values of the registered function.

z Functions that are not available in the current

shooting mode will not appear even if they are registered. Select a compatible shooting mode and press the button again.

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Using the Mode Dial (Creative Zone)

Mode Dial

You can freely select camera settings such as the shutter speed and aperture value to suit your shooting purposes. After settings are made, shooting procedures are the same as for Auto Mode (p. 33).

See page 184 for settings that can be changed in this mode.

How to Use the Mode Dial

1 Check that the camera is in Shooting mode.

z The power/mode indicator lights orange.

2 Turn the mode dial, select the function

you wish to use and shoot the image.

The camera operates in the following ways according to the selected function:

The camera automatically sets the shutter speed

and aperture value.

The user selects a shutter speed using the W or

X button.

The user selects an aperture value using the W or

X button.

The user selects the shutter speed using the W or

X button and the aperture value using the S or T button.

z The shutter speed and aperture value will show on the LCD monitor (or

viewfinder). The correct exposure has been set if the shutter speed and aperture value show in white on the LCD monitor (or viewfinder) when the shutter button is pressed halfway.

z The shutter speed and aperture value will show in red on the LCD

monitor (viewfinder) when the correct exposure cannot be obtained.

z In , or , the combinations of shutter speeds and aperture

values can be changed within the same exposure setting (p. 104).

Shutter Speed

Aperture value

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For information on the relation between the aperture value and shutter speed, see page 85.

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Please note that camera shake becomes a factor at low shutter speeds and with larger aperture values. If (camera shake warning) or (flash warning, in red) appears in the LCD monitor (or viewfinder), try the following steps to resolve the problem.

- Raise the flash to enable firing

- Use the (image stabilizer) function (p. 35).

- Use a tripod.

Program AE

Use the program AE mode to have the camera automatically set the shutter speed and aperture value to match the brightness of the scene. If a correct exposure cannot be obtained, use the following methods to solve the problem.

Use the flash.

Adjusting the ISO Speed.

Change the light metering mode.

Differences between the and Modes.

The following settings can be adjusted in mode, but not in mode.

Exposure CompensationzWhite Balance

Bracket

Flash (Flash on, Slow Synchro, 2nd-curtain)

Continuous shooting

Intervalometer

FE Lock

AF Lock

Flash Exposure Compensation

Light Metering Mode

Move AF Frame

Program Shift

ISO Speed

Photo Effect

Manual Focus

AE Lock

Auto Focus during Super Macro

Shooting-Advanced Functions

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.

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If the image would be underexposed (too dark) or overexposed (too bright) and the correct exposure cannot be obtained, the aperture value display on the LCD monitor (or viewfinder) turns red. Adjust the shutter speed with the W or X button so that the aperture value display turns 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.

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

Aperture value Shutter Speed (seconds)

f/2.7 - f/3.5 to 1/1600

Maximum Wide Angle

Maximum Telephoto

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.

f/4.0 - f/5.0 to 1/2000

f/5.6 - f/7.1 to 1/2500

f/8.0 to 1/3200

f/3.5 - f/4.5 to 1/1600

f/5.0 - f/6.3 to 1/2000

f/7.1 - f/8.0 to 1/2500

*1 Maximum wide angle *2 Maximum telephoto

Shutter Speed Display

The numbers in the table below indicate the shutter speed in seconds. 1/160 indicates 1/160 second. Also, quote marks indicate the decimal place, so that 0"3 indicates 0.3 second and 2" indicates 2 seconds.

15" 13" 10" 8" 6" 5" 4" 3"2 2"5 2" 1"6 1"3 1" 0"8 0"6 0"5 0"4 0"3 1/4 1/5 1/6 1/8 1/10 1/13 1/15 1/20 1/25 1/30 1/40 1/50 1/60 1/80 1/100 1/125 1/160 1/200 1/250 1/320 1/400 1/500 1/640 1/800 1/1000 1/1250 1/1600 1/2000 1/2500 1/3200

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Setting the Aperture

When you set the aperture in the aperture-priority AE mode, the camera automatically selects a shutter speed to match the brightness. Selecting a lower aperture value (opening the aperture) allows you to blur the background and create a beautiful portrait. A higher aperture value (closing it) brings the entire range from foreground to background into focus. The larger the aperture value, the greater the range of the image brought into clear focus.

If the image would be underexposed (too dark) or overexposed (too bright) and the correct exposure cannot be obtained, the shutter speed display on the LCD monitor (or viewfinder) turns red. Adjust the value with the the shutter speed display turns white.

Some aperture values cannot be selected depending on the zoom position.

In this mode, the maximum shutter speed with synchronized flash is 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.

or X button so that

Aperture Setting Display

The larger the aperture value the smaller the lens opening, allowing less light to enter the camera.

f/2.7 f/3.2 f/3.5 f/4.0 f/4.5 f/5.0 f/5.6 f/6.3 f/7.1 f/8.0

Safety Shift

With Tv and Av modes, if [Safety Shift] is turned [On] in the Rec. menu, the shutter speed or aperture value is automatically adjusted for the correct exposure when it cannot be otherwise obtained. Safety Shift is disabled when the flash is enabled.

Manually Setting the Shutter Speed and Aperture

You can manually set the shutter speed and aperture to achieve a particular effect. Use this for shooting in special conditions, such as for time exposures.

The brightness of the LCD monitor (or viewfinder) matches the selected shutter speed and aperture value. When you select a fast shutter speed or

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shoot a subject in a dark place and set the flash to (Flash On with red- eye reduction) or (Flash On) the image will always be bright.

When you press the shutter button halfway, the difference between the standard exposure* and the selected exposure appears on the LCD monitor (or viewfinder). If the difference is more than 2 stops, "-2" or "+2" appears on the LCD monitor (or viewfinder).

* The standard exposure is calculated by the AE function according to the

selected metering method.

Selecting an AF Frame

Mode Dial

The AF frame indicates the area of the composition on which the camera focuses and can be set manually to the desired area. This is convenient for focusing accurately on an off-center subject to obtain the composition you desire. However, the AF frame is fixed to center-point when the digital zoom is used, even if you previously set the AF frame to the position you desire.

1 Press the button.

The AF frame appears in green.

2 Use the S, T, W or X button to move the AF frame to the

desired area, then press the button.

z You can immediately shoot the image using the selected AF frame by

pressing the shutter button instead of pressing the button.

z The AF frame will move back to its original position (Center) if you hold

down the button.

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For an explanation of the AF frame colors, please refer to page 29.

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When the Spot AE Point is selected as the light metering mode, you can use the selected AF frame as the Spot AE Point (p. 89).

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Switching between Metering Modes

Mode Dial

Light metering measures the brightness of a subject. By selecting the optimal mode, you can shoot a subject with the optimal exposure. Evaluative metering is the default metering mode.

The camera divides images into several zones for light metering.

Evaluative

Center-Weighted Average

Spot AE Point Meters the area within the spot AE point frame.

Center Locks the spot metering frame to the center of the LCD monitor.

AF Point Moves the spot AE point to the AF frame.

The camera evaluates complex lighting conditions, such as the position of the subject, the brightness, the background, the direct light, and the backlighting, and adjusts the settings to the correct exposure for the main subject.

Averages the li ght metered from the entir e frame, but gives greate r weight to the subject matter at the center.

1 Press the button to select a metering mode.

z Each press of the button changes the metering mode as follows.

(Evaluative)

z The icon of the currently selected light metering mode appears on the

LCD monitor (or viewfinder).

[Evaluative] and [Center-Weighted Averaging] shoot the subject as it appears. To set [Spot AE Point], go to Step 2.

(Center-Weighted Averaging)

(Spot AE Point)

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2 In the [ (Rec.)] menu, select [Spot

AE Point].

See Selecting Menus and Settings (p. 73).

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3 Use the W or X button to select

[Center] or [AF Point], then press the MENU button.

When [Spot AE Point] is set to [Center], the spot AE point frame ( ) appears at the center of the LCD monitor (or viewfinder). The AF frame can be repositioned (p. 88). With [Spot AE Point], one AE point appears ( ) within an AF frame. This frame can be moved as one piece (p. 88).

[ ]: Spot AE Point

: AF Frame

Adjusting the Exposure

Mode Dial

Adjust the exposure compensation setting to avoid making the subject too dark when it is backlit or shot against a bright background or to avoid making lights appear too bright in night shots.

1 Select * (+/- (Exp.)) from the

FUNC. menu, and adjust exposure with the W or X button.

* The current setting is displayed. z The settings can be adjusted in 1/3-stops in

the range of -2EV to +2EV.

z You can shoot the image right after selecting

settings by pressing the shutter button. The menu displays again after the shot, allowing you to change the settings easily.

z To cancel the exposure compensation, return the setting to with the W

or X button.

Exposure shift settings can be made/canceled even in mode (p. 65).

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Adjusting the Tone (White Balance)

Mode Dial

When the white balance mode is set to match the light source, the camera reproduces colors more accurately.

Combinations of setting contents and light source are as follows.

Auto Settings are automatically set by the camera

Day Light For recording outdoors on a bright day

Cloudy For recording under overcast, shady or twilight skies

Tungsten

Fluorescent

Fluorescent H

Flash When using the flash (cannot be set in (Movie) mode)

Custom

Select * (Auto) from the FUNC. menu and select the desired white balance with the

* The current setting is displayed.

z Select (Manual) (p. 92) z You can shoot the image right after selecting

settings by pressing the shutter button. The menu displays again after the shot, allowing you to change the settings easily.

For recording under tungsten and bulb-type 3-wavelength fluorescent lighting

For recording under warm-white, cool-white or warm- white (3- wavelength) fluorescent lighting

For recording under daylight fluorescent, or daylight fluorescent-type 3- wavelength fluorescent lighting

After memorizing a white reference data value based on a white object such as a sheet of paper or cloth, you can start shooting.

or X button.

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The white balance cannot be adjusted when the photo effect is set to (Sepia) or (B/W) (p. 94).

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Setting a Custom White Balance

In the following cases, the white balance may not be correctly adjusted. After taking a custom white balance reading with (Custom), you can start shooting.

Shooting close-ups (Macro and Super Macro)

Shooting subjects of monotone color (such as sky, sea or forest)

Shooting with a peculiar source of light (such as a mercury-vapor lamp)

Select * (Auto) from the FUNC. menu and select (Custom) with the

button.

* The current setting is displayed.

2 Aim the camera at a piece of white

paper, cloth or gray card and press the SET button.

The white balance data is recorded. z Aim the camera so that the white reference

paper or cloth completely fills the center of the frame, and press the SET button.

z You can shoot the image right after selecting

settings by pressing the shutter button. The menu displays again after the shot, allowing you to change the settings easily.

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You are recommended to set the white balance when shooting in the following conditions.

- The shooting mode is set to and the exposure compensation

and flash exposure adjustment are set to ± 0.

The correct white balance may not be obtained when the exposure is

incorrect (image is completely black or white).

- The zoom is positioned to the maximum telephoto setting.

Set the digital zoom to [Off].

White balance data acquisition frame

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- Set the flash according to shooting conditions, and select

(Flash On) or (Flash Off)

Use the same flash setting as the one that will be used for shooting when you set the white balance. If the white balance setting conditions and shooting conditions are not the same, the correct white balance may not be obtained.

- The ISO speed is set to the same setting to shoot the image.

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White balance data cannot be set with (Stitch Assist), but the white data acquired in another mode can be used.

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The custom white balance will not be canceled even if you reset camera settings to default (p. 81).

Changing the ISO Speed

Mode Dial

By raising the ISO speed, you can shoot bright images even in poor lighting conditions. This function is convenient when you want to prevent camera shake, shoot without the flash or shoot with a faster shutter speed in dark conditions.

You can choose from the following speeds: Auto, 50, 100, 200 and 400.

1 Select * (ISO Speed) from the

FUNC. menu and select the desired setting with the W or X button.

* The current setting is displayed.

You can shoot the image right after selecting settings by pressing the shutter button. The menu displays again after the shot, allowing you to change the settings easily.

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Higher ISO speeds increase image noise. To take clean images, use as low an ISO speed as possible.

z The [AUTO] setting selects the optimal speed. It will automatically

raise the speed when the light from the flash is insufficient to illuminate the subject matter.

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Changing the Photo Effect

Mode Dial

By setting a photo effect before you shoot, you can change the look and feel of the pictures you take.

Effect Off Records normally with this setting.

Vivid Emphasizes the contrast and color saturation to record bold colors.

Neutral Tones down the contrast and color saturation to record neutral hues.

Low Sharpening Records subjects with softened outlines.

Sepia Records in sepia tones.

B/W Records in black and white.

Custom Effect* You can freely set the contrast, sharpness and color saturation.

* , , and modes only

1 Select * (Effect Off) from the FUNC.

menu and select the desired photo effect with the W or X button.

* The current setting is displayed.

You can shoot the image right after selecting settings by pressing the shutter button. The menu displays again after the shot, allowing you to change the settings easily.

When is selected

z A screen allowing you to set the contrast,

sharpness and color saturation appears when you press the SET button. Select the item you wish to set using the S or T button, set it using the W or X button and press the SET button.

z You can shoot the image right after selecting settings by pressing the

shutter button. The menu displays again after the shot, allowing you to change the settings easily.

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Contrast

z This function allows you to adjust the degree of brightness. z Select from - (Weak), 0 (Neutral) and + (Strong).

Sharpness

z This function allows you to adjust how sharply outlines are defined. z Select from - (Weak), 0 (Neutral) and + (Strong).

Saturation

z This function allows you to adjust the color depth. z Select from - (Weak), 0 (Neutral) and + (Strong).

The white balance cannot be set when (Sepia) or (B/W) mode is selected.

Shooting in a My Colors Mode

Mode Dial

A My Colors mode easily changes the colors in an image when it is shot, allowing you to alter the balance between red, green and blue, transform pale or tanned skin or change a color specified in the LCD monitor into a different color. Since they work with both stills and movies, these modes let you enjoy producing various image or movie effects. However, depending on the shooting conditions, the images may appear rough or you may not get the expected color. Before you try to photograph important subjects, we highly recommend that you shoot trial images and check the results. Moreover, the camera will record both the My Colors image and the original unaltered image if you set [Save Original] (p. 97) to [On].

Shooting-Advanced Functions

Positive Film

Lighter Skin Tone*

Use this option to make red, green or blue colors more intense like the Vivid Red, Vivid Green or Vivid Blue effects. It can produce intense natural-appearing colors like those obtained with positive film.

Use this option to make skin tones lighter.

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Darker Skin Tone*

Vivid Blue

Vivid Green

Vivid Red

Color Accent

Color Swap

Custom Color

* The skin colors of non-human subjects may also be altered.

You may not obtain the expected results depending on the skin color.

Use this option to make skin tones darker.

Use this option to emphasize blue tints. It makes blue subjects, such as the sky or ocean, more vivid.

Use this option to emphasize green tints. It makes green subjects, such as mountains, new growth, flowers and lawns, more vivid.

Use this option to emphasize red tints. It makes red subjects, such as flowers or cars, more vivid.

Use this option to have only the color specified in the LCD monitor remain and to transform all others to black and white.

Use this option to transform a color specified in the LCD monitor into another. The specified color can only be swapped into one other color, multiple colors cannot be chosen.

Use this option to freely adjust the color balance between red, green, blue and skin tones*. It can be used to make subtle adjustments, such as making blue colors more vivid or face colors brighter.

To shoot a movie using My Colors, first set the mode dial to (My Colors) and select the My Colors mode to use, then press the movie button.

1 Press the FUNC. button to select (My Colors)* with

or T button, then select the desired My Colors

the mode with with the

* The current setting is displayed. z With , , , , and , press the FUNC. button to

return to the shooting screen and start shooting.

z With , and , refer to each shooting procedure.

: See Shooting in the Color Accent Mode (p. 98).

: See Shooting in the Color Swap Mode (p. 98).

: See Shooting in the Custom Color Mode (p. 100).

or X button.

See page 184 for settings that can be changed in this mode.

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Changing the Save Method for the Original Image

When you are shooting still images in a My Colors mode, you can specify whether or not both the altered image and the original image are recorded.

1 In the [ (Rec.)] menu, select [Save

Original].

See Selecting Menus and Settings (p. 73).

Shooting-Advanced Functions

2 Use the

or X button to select [On]

or [Off] and press the MENU button.

z The display will return to the shooting screen. z Select [On] to record the original image too or

[Off] to not record it.

z When [On], images are numbered

sequentially. The original image has the lower number, and the altered image shot with My Colors has the higher number.

[Save Original] is Set to [On]

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Only the altered image is shown in the LCD monitor (or viewfinder) during shooting.

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The image that appears in the LCD monitor (or viewfinder) immediately after recording is the altered image (p. 95). If you erase the image at this point, the original image is erased along with the altered image. Exercise adequate caution before deleting a file.

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Two images are recorded with each shot, so the number of available shots displayed on the LCD monitor (or viewfinder) is halved.

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Shooting in the Color Accent Mode

Colors other than the color specified in the LCD monitor are shot in black and white.

1 Set the mode dial to (My Colors), select (Color

Accent) from the FUNC. menu and press the SET button.

z See Shooting in a My Colors Mode (p. 95). z All colors but the previously specified one display in black and white. z The camera switches to color input mode and the display alternates

between the original image and the color accent image (the default setting is green).

2 Aim the camera so that the color you wish to retain

appears at the center of the LCD monitor and press the

button.

z Only one color can be specified. z You can use the S or T button to adjust the retained color (±5 levels). z

You can shoot right after selecting an option. The menu displays again after the shot so you can easily adjust the setting.

3 Press the SET button.

The color input mode will no longer be in effect.

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You may not obtain the expected results after color input mode if you use the flash, or change the white balance or metering settings.

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The chosen Color Accent is retained even if the camera's power is turned off.

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Exposure compensation is disabled while (Color Accent) is enabled.

Shooting in the Color Swap Mode

This mode allows you to transform a color specified in the LCD monitor into another.

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