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... LA-DC52G Wide Converter WC-DC52 Tele-converter TC-DC52A System Map 35 Close-up Lens 250D (52mm) Direct Interface Cable*2 PCMCIA Adapter USB Card (PC Card Adapter) Reader High-Power Flash HF-DC1 Canon brand Direct Print Compatible Printers Compact Photo Printers*2*3 (SELPHY series) SD Memory Card*5 • SDC-128M •...
... LA-DC52G Wide Converter WC-DC52 Tele-converter TC-DC52A System Map 35 Close-up Lens 250D (52mm) Direct Interface Cable*2 PCMCIA Adapter USB Card (PC Card Adapter) Reader High-Power Flash HF-DC1 Canon brand Direct Print Compatible Printers Compact Photo Printers*2*3 (SELPHY series) SD Memory Card*5 • SDC-128M •...
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...This kit lets you power the camera from the front of approximately 1.75x when attached. • Close-up Lens 250D (52mm) Close-up shots can be available. Lenses, Lens Adapter • Conversion Lens Adapter LA-DC52G This adapter is 4 to 17 cm (1.6 to charge the camera batteries.) Flash • High... a factor of approximately 0.7x when attached. • Tele-converter TC-DC52A Converts the focal distance of the body lens by a factor of the lens to the subject is required for the built-in .) at maximum telephoto. Some accessories are not sold separately. Getting Started 36 ...
...This kit lets you power the camera from the front of approximately 1.75x when attached. • Close-up Lens 250D (52mm) Close-up shots can be available. Lenses, Lens Adapter • Conversion Lens Adapter LA-DC52G This adapter is 4 to 17 cm (1.6 to charge the camera batteries.) Flash • High... a factor of approximately 0.7x when attached. • Tele-converter TC-DC52A Converts the focal distance of the body lens by a factor of the lens to the subject is required for the built-in .) at maximum telephoto. Some accessories are not sold separately. Getting Started 36 ...
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40 Components Guide Front View a Microphone (pp. 24, 129) b AF-assist Beam (p. 50) c Red-Eye Reduction Lamp (p. 86) d Self-Timer Lamp (p. 62) e Viewfinder Window (p. 41) f Flash (p. 60) g Terminal Cover h Ring (p. 179) i Lens j Ring Release Button (p. 179) k A/V OUT (Audio/Video output) Terminal (p. 148) l DIGITAL Terminal (p. 29) m DC IN (Power Input) Terminal (p. 177)
40 Components Guide Front View a Microphone (pp. 24, 129) b AF-assist Beam (p. 50) c Red-Eye Reduction Lamp (p. 86) d Self-Timer Lamp (p. 62) e Viewfinder Window (p. 41) f Flash (p. 60) g Terminal Cover h Ring (p. 179) i Lens j Ring Release Button (p. 179) k A/V OUT (Audio/Video output) Terminal (p. 148) l DIGITAL Terminal (p. 29) m DC IN (Power Input) Terminal (p. 177)
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... for the zoom bar and MF indicator distance unit (p. 97). Although it is turned off, to print using Canon compact photo printer SELPHY CP750/CP740/CP730/CP720/CP710/CP510. Lens Retract 1 minute*/0 seconds Sets the lens retraction timing when switching from shooting mode to [Auto] (however, the connection method cannot be set) Auto...
... for the zoom bar and MF indicator distance unit (p. 97). Although it is turned off, to print using Canon compact photo printer SELPHY CP750/CP740/CP730/CP720/CP710/CP510. Lens Retract 1 minute*/0 seconds Sets the lens retraction timing when switching from shooting mode to [Auto] (however, the connection method cannot be set) Auto...
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.... 3 Adjust the angle of view with the Digital Tele-Converter The digital tele-converter feature uses digital zoom to achieve the effects of a tele-converter (a lens used in blue). In the menu, use the or button to select [1.6x] or [2.0x]. 2. Press the button. 2.
.... 3 Adjust the angle of view with the Digital Tele-Converter The digital tele-converter feature uses digital zoom to achieve the effects of a tele-converter (a lens used in blue). In the menu, use the or button to select [1.6x] or [2.0x]. 2. Press the button. 2.
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... the LCD monitor to compose close -ups of flowers or small items. The image area at the minimum shooting distance from the end of the lens to select (Normal). Commonly Used Shooting Functions 61 Shooting Close-ups (Macro) Available Shooting Modes p. 206 Use this mode to shoot close -ups in macro...
... the LCD monitor to compose close -ups of flowers or small items. The image area at the minimum shooting distance from the end of the lens to select (Normal). Commonly Used Shooting Functions 61 Shooting Close-ups (Macro) Available Shooting Modes p. 206 Use this mode to shoot close -ups in macro...
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... a flash. In the menu, use the or button to select the image stabilizer settings. 2. 66 Setting the Image Stabilizer Function Available Shooting Modes p. 206 The lens-shift type image stabilizer function allows you to minimize the camera shake effect (blurred images) when you shoot in dark conditions without concern for shooting...
... a flash. In the menu, use the or button to select the image stabilizer settings. 2. 66 Setting the Image Stabilizer Function Available Shooting Modes p. 206 The lens-shift type image stabilizer function allows you to minimize the camera shake effect (blurred images) when you shoot in dark conditions without concern for shooting...
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... shutter button halfway and the shutter speed is shown in white. The larger the aperture value, the greater the range of light entering through the lens. Use the or button to . 2 Set the aperture value. 1. A higher aperture value (closing the aperture) brings the entire range from foreground to background into clear...
... shutter button halfway and the shutter speed is shown in white. The larger the aperture value, the greater the range of light entering through the lens. Use the or button to . 2 Set the aperture value. 1. A higher aperture value (closing the aperture) brings the entire range from foreground to background into clear...
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Aperture Value Display z The larger the aperture value, the smaller the lens aperture. Even if an aperture value was previously set, the camera may automatically change that value to match the synchronized flash shutter speed. F2.6 F2.8 F3.2 F3.5 F4.0 F4.5 F5.0 F5.5 F5.6 F6.3 F7.1 F8.0 Shooting Using the Mode Dial 77 z The fastest shutter speed for built-in flash synchronization is 1/500 second.
Aperture Value Display z The larger the aperture value, the smaller the lens aperture. Even if an aperture value was previously set, the camera may automatically change that value to match the synchronized flash shutter speed. F2.6 F2.8 F3.2 F3.5 F4.0 F4.5 F5.0 F5.5 F5.6 F6.3 F7.1 F8.0 Shooting Using the Mode Dial 77 z The fastest shutter speed for built-in flash synchronization is 1/500 second.
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... in the camera's built-in another device. Lower the recording pixels or frame rate (p. 83). - 157 Troubleshooting Recording images to memory card takes a long time. Lens will be recorded correctly on the LCD monitor in red and shooting automatically stopped. The following procedures. - z Try the following types of memory cards are...
... in the camera's built-in another device. Lower the recording pixels or frame rate (p. 83). - 157 Troubleshooting Recording images to memory card takes a long time. Lens will be recorded correctly on the LCD monitor in red and shooting automatically stopped. The following procedures. - z Try the following types of memory cards are...
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... error The computer was in playback mode. Use a USB card reader or a PCMCIA card adapter to display, contact your Canon Customer Support Help Desk. This error can occur if you hold the lens while it is in motion or you operate it in the air. A problem exists if the error code reappears... camera An error was detected while the lens was unable to download the image due to the large amount of images (approx. 1000) stored on , then shoot or play back. Exx (xx: number) Camera detected an error. Note the number and contact your Canon Customer Support Help Desk as there may not...
... error The computer was in playback mode. Use a USB card reader or a PCMCIA card adapter to display, contact your Canon Customer Support Help Desk. This error can occur if you hold the lens while it is in motion or you operate it in the air. A problem exists if the error code reappears... camera An error was detected while the lens was unable to download the image due to the large amount of images (approx. 1000) stored on , then shoot or play back. Exx (xx: number) Camera detected an error. Note the number and contact your Canon Customer Support Help Desk as there may not...
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...produced by the flash may lose data or stop working. Do not use only a specified battery charger. z When using the flash. z When recharging the Canon AA-size NiMH batteries, use it is a risk of the battery charger while it with the metallic components of the camera. Contact with other materials... items may damage eyesight. Exposure to fire or explosions. z Do not place anything, such as credit cards) away from infants when using the optional Canon Wide Converter, Tele Converter, Close-up Lens or Conversion Lens Adapter, be sure to human or animal eyes.
...produced by the flash may lose data or stop working. Do not use only a specified battery charger. z When using the flash. z When recharging the Canon AA-size NiMH batteries, use it is a risk of the battery charger while it with the metallic components of the camera. Contact with other materials... items may damage eyesight. Exposure to fire or explosions. z Do not place anything, such as credit cards) away from infants when using the optional Canon Wide Converter, Tele Converter, Close-up Lens or Conversion Lens Adapter, be sure to human or animal eyes.
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... occur. z Avoid using, placing or storing the equipment in a safe place. The above -mentioned could lead to bump or strongly push the end of the lens. Appendix z Be careful not to injury or damage the equipment. The above -mentioned can cause leakage, overheating or explosion, resulting in a manner that could lead...
... occur. z Avoid using, placing or storing the equipment in a safe place. The above -mentioned could lead to bump or strongly push the end of the lens. Appendix z Be careful not to injury or damage the equipment. The above -mentioned can cause leakage, overheating or explosion, resulting in a manner that could lead...
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... blocked by these attachments. z Never look into the sun or into strong light through the wide converter, tele-converter or close-up Lens 250D (52mm). z When using the tele-converter, set the camera to screw it on securely. z When using the wide converter, please set the ... (the thread diameter is used for taking telephoto shots. 178 Using the Lenses (Sold Separately) The camera supports use of the separately sold Conversion Lens Adapter LA-DC52G. In order to use the LCD monitor. Wide Converter WC-DC52 Use this can result in blindness or impairment of ...
... blocked by these attachments. z Never look into the sun or into strong light through the wide converter, tele-converter or close-up Lens 250D (52mm). z When using the tele-converter, set the camera to screw it on securely. z When using the wide converter, please set the ... (the thread diameter is used for taking telephoto shots. 178 Using the Lenses (Sold Separately) The camera supports use of the separately sold Conversion Lens Adapter LA-DC52G. In order to use the LCD monitor. Wide Converter WC-DC52 Use this can result in blindness or impairment of ...
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In the normal mode, closeup shots can be taken when the distance from the front of the arrow (b). Attaching a Lens 1 Be sure that the camera is turned off. 2 Press the ring release button and hold it down (a), and turn the ring in .) at maximum telephoto. ...Telephoto 17 cm (6.7 in.) 46 × 35 mm (1.8 × 1.4 in.) Conversion Lens Adapter LA-DC52G This is a lens adapter required for attaching the wide converter, teleconverter and close-up Lens 250D (52mm) This lens makes taking macro shots easy. 179 It is not possible to attach...
In the normal mode, closeup shots can be taken when the distance from the front of the arrow (b). Attaching a Lens 1 Be sure that the camera is turned off. 2 Press the ring release button and hold it down (a), and turn the ring in .) at maximum telephoto. ...Telephoto 17 cm (6.7 in.) 46 × 35 mm (1.8 × 1.4 in.) Conversion Lens Adapter LA-DC52G This is a lens adapter required for attaching the wide converter, teleconverter and close-up Lens 250D (52mm) This lens makes taking macro shots easy. 179 It is not possible to attach...
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180 3 When the button on the camera and the mark on the ring are aligned, lift off the ring. 4 Align the z mark on the conversion lens adapter with the button on the camera, and turn the adapter in the direction of the arrows as far as the { mark on the camera. • To remove the conversion lens adapter, turn the adapter in the opposite direction while holding down the ring release button. 5 Set the lens on the adapter, and turn it in the indicated direction to attach it securely.
180 3 When the button on the camera and the mark on the ring are aligned, lift off the ring. 4 Align the z mark on the conversion lens adapter with the button on the camera, and turn the adapter in the direction of the arrows as far as the { mark on the camera. • To remove the conversion lens adapter, turn the adapter in the opposite direction while holding down the ring release button. 5 Set the lens on the adapter, and turn it in the indicated direction to attach it securely.
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... the menu, use . When you remove the converter from conversion lenses with the separately sold Wide Converter WC-DC52, Tele-converter TC-DC52A or Closeup Lens 250D attached. 1 Select [Converter]. 1. The camera may focus on them. z Be careful not to select [WCDC52], [TC-DC52A] or [250D...]. 2. Converter Settings Settings for when shooting using [IS Mode] (p. 66) with a lens blower brush before use the or select [Converter]. 2 Make settings. 1. Press the button. • Select the attached converter. 181 z Completely remove all dust ...
... the menu, use . When you remove the converter from conversion lenses with the separately sold Wide Converter WC-DC52, Tele-converter TC-DC52A or Closeup Lens 250D attached. 1 Select [Converter]. 1. The camera may focus on them. z Be careful not to select [WCDC52], [TC-DC52A] or [250D...]. 2. Converter Settings Settings for when shooting using [IS Mode] (p. 66) with a lens blower brush before use the or select [Converter]. 2 Make settings. 1. Press the button. • Select the attached converter. 181 z Completely remove all dust ...
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...the closest Canon Customer Support Help Desk as listed on the separate customer support list supplied with a soft cloth. Never rub or press strongly on the camera body or lens. 186 Camera Care and Maintenance Never use thinners, benzine, detergents or water to remove dust and dirt. Lens First use... may distort or damage the equipment. Never use a lens blower brush to remove dust and dirt, then remove any remaining dirt by wiping the lens lightly with your camera. If necessary, gently wipe with a soft cloth or eyeglass lens wiper. Camera Body Gently wipe dirt off the camera body...
...the closest Canon Customer Support Help Desk as listed on the separate customer support list supplied with a soft cloth. Never rub or press strongly on the camera body or lens. 186 Camera Care and Maintenance Never use thinners, benzine, detergents or water to remove dust and dirt. Lens First use... may distort or damage the equipment. Never use a lens blower brush to remove dust and dirt, then remove any remaining dirt by wiping the lens lightly with your camera. If necessary, gently wipe with a soft cloth or eyeglass lens wiper. Camera Body Gently wipe dirt off the camera body...
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...f/2.6 (W) - infinity (W), 30 cm (12 in .) - telephoto Camera Effective Pixels : Approx. 8 million Image Sensor : 1/2.5-inch type CCD (Total number of the lens) : Normal: 45 cm (1.5 ft.) - Appendix f/5.5 (T) Digital Zoom : Approx. 4.0x (Up to approx. 16x in combination with noise reduction. infinity (T) Kids... on Canon's standard testing methods. infinity (W/T) Shutter : Mechanical shutter and electronic shutter Shutter Speeds : 1/60 - 1/2000 sec. 15 - 1/2000 sec. (Shutter speed range throughout all shooting modes) • Slow shutter speeds of 1.3 sec. PowerShot A590 IS ...
...f/2.6 (W) - infinity (W), 30 cm (12 in .) - telephoto Camera Effective Pixels : Approx. 8 million Image Sensor : 1/2.5-inch type CCD (Total number of the lens) : Normal: 45 cm (1.5 ft.) - Appendix f/5.5 (T) Digital Zoom : Approx. 4.0x (Up to approx. 16x in combination with noise reduction. infinity (T) Kids... on Canon's standard testing methods. infinity (W/T) Shutter : Mechanical shutter and electronic shutter Shutter Speeds : 1/60 - 1/2000 sec. 15 - 1/2000 sec. (Shutter speed range throughout all shooting modes) • Slow shutter speeds of 1.3 sec. PowerShot A590 IS ...
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..., Landscape, Night Snapshot, Kids&Pets, Indoor, Special Scene*1 and Movie*2 *1 Night Scene, Sunset, Foliage, Snow, Beach, Fireworks and Aquarium. *2 Standard and Compact. 188 Image Stabilization : Lens-shift type Metering System Continuous/Shoot Only/Panning/Off : Evaluative*1/Center-weighted average or Spot*2 *1 Facial brightness is also evaluated in Face Detect AF. *2 Fixed...
..., Landscape, Night Snapshot, Kids&Pets, Indoor, Special Scene*1 and Movie*2 *1 Night Scene, Sunset, Foliage, Snow, Beach, Fireworks and Aquarium. *2 Standard and Compact. 188 Image Stabilization : Lens-shift type Metering System Continuous/Shoot Only/Panning/Off : Evaluative*1/Center-weighted average or Spot*2 *1 Facial brightness is also evaluated in Face Detect AF. *2 Fixed...