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ENGLISH Camera User Guide • Make sure you read this guide, including the "Safety Precautions" section, before using the camera. • Store this guide safely so that you can use it in the future.
ENGLISH Camera User Guide • Make sure you read this guide, including the "Safety Precautions" section, before using the camera. • Store this guide safely so that you can use it in the future.
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... cap) Lens Cap Interface Cable IFC-400PCU Stereo AV Cable AVC-DC400ST Neck Strap NS-DC11 Case for Hot Shoe Cap Getting Started DIGITAL CAMERA Solution Disk Warranty "Canon Customer Card Support" Leaflet Using the PDF Manuals Also refer to the PDF manuals on the desktop. Checking the Package Contents Check if...
... cap) Lens Cap Interface Cable IFC-400PCU Stereo AV Cable AVC-DC400ST Neck Strap NS-DC11 Case for Hot Shoe Cap Getting Started DIGITAL CAMERA Solution Disk Warranty "Canon Customer Card Support" Leaflet Using the PDF Manuals Also refer to the PDF manuals on the desktop. Checking the Package Contents Check if...
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... correctly. Do not record images that Canon Inc., its subsidiaries and affiliates, and its distributors are intended for personal use . Camera Body Temperature Please take care when operating the camera for an extended period as bright or dark dots. For Canon Customer Support contacts, please see the ...99.99% of an image to be recorded or to a Canon Customer Support Help Desk. Warning Against Copyright Infringement The images recorded with a warranty claim to be advised that results in the country of a camera or other device may contravene copyright or other legal rights even...
... correctly. Do not record images that Canon Inc., its subsidiaries and affiliates, and its distributors are intended for personal use . Camera Body Temperature Please take care when operating the camera for an extended period as bright or dark dots. For Canon Customer Support contacts, please see the ...99.99% of an image to be recorded or to a Canon Customer Support Help Desk. Warning Against Copyright Infringement The images recorded with a warranty claim to be advised that results in the country of a camera or other device may contravene copyright or other legal rights even...
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What Do You Want to Do? 4 Shoot ● Shoot, leaving it to the camera to make settings 25 Take good people shots I Portraits (p. 62) w At the beach (p. 64) P Against snow (p. 64) Shoot various other scenes J Landscape (p. 62) Sports (p. 62) ...
What Do You Want to Do? 4 Shoot ● Shoot, leaving it to the camera to make settings 25 Take good people shots I Portraits (p. 62) w At the beach (p. 64) P Against snow (p. 64) Shoot various other scenes J Landscape (p. 62) Sports (p. 62) ...
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What Do You Want to Do? 1 View ● Look at my pictures 28 ● Automatically play back pictures (slideshow 123 ● Look at my pictures on a TV 127 ● Look at my pictures on a computer 33 ● Quickly search pictures 120, 121 ● Erase pictures 29, 132 E Shoot/View Movies ● Shoot movies 30, 107 ● View movies 32 2 Print ● Easily print pictures 144 Save ● Save images to a computer 33 3 Other ● Turn off sounds 50 ● Use the camera abroad 15, 156 ● Understand what is displayed on the screen 179 5
What Do You Want to Do? 1 View ● Look at my pictures 28 ● Automatically play back pictures (slideshow 123 ● Look at my pictures on a TV 127 ● Look at my pictures on a computer 33 ● Quickly search pictures 120, 121 ● Erase pictures 29, 132 E Shoot/View Movies ● Shoot movies 30, 107 ● View movies 32 2 Print ● Easily print pictures 144 Save ● Save images to a computer 33 3 Other ● Turn off sounds 50 ● Use the camera abroad 15, 156 ● Understand what is displayed on the screen 179 5
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... Operations 49 Changing the Sound Settings ......... 50 Changing the Screen Brightness .... 51 Adjusting the Viewfinder 52 Power Saving Function (Auto Power Down 52 Returning the Camera to a Computer for Viewing 33 Accessories 38 Separately Sold Accessories ...........39 2 Learning More 43 Components Guide 44 Screen Display 46 Indicator 47 FUNC. Chapters 4 onward... Turning the Flash On 72 Adjusting the Brightness (Exposure Compensation 73 Table of Contents Chapters 1 - 3 explain the basic operations and frequently used functions of this camera.
... Operations 49 Changing the Sound Settings ......... 50 Changing the Screen Brightness .... 51 Adjusting the Viewfinder 52 Power Saving Function (Auto Power Down 52 Returning the Camera to a Computer for Viewing 33 Accessories 38 Separately Sold Accessories ...........39 2 Learning More 43 Components Guide 44 Screen Display 46 Indicator 47 FUNC. Chapters 4 onward... Turning the Flash On 72 Adjusting the Brightness (Exposure Compensation 73 Table of Contents Chapters 1 - 3 explain the basic operations and frequently used functions of this camera.
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... Speed 76 Adjusting the White Balance 77 Continuous Shooting 78 Changing the Tone of an Image (My Colors 79 Using the Self-Timer to Prevent Camera Shake 80 Customizing the Self-Timer 81 Shooting Using a TV Monitor .......... 82 Changing the Composition with the Focus Lock 82 5 Getting More Out... of Your Camera 83 Changing the AF Frame Mode........ 84 Changing the AF Frame Position and Size 85 Magnifying the Focal Point 86 Shooting with Servo AF 86...
... Speed 76 Adjusting the White Balance 77 Continuous Shooting 78 Changing the Tone of an Image (My Colors 79 Using the Self-Timer to Prevent Camera Shake 80 Customizing the Self-Timer 81 Shooting Using a TV Monitor .......... 82 Changing the Composition with the Focus Lock 82 5 Getting More Out... of Your Camera 83 Changing the AF Frame Mode........ 84 Changing the AF Frame Position and Size 85 Magnifying the Focal Point 86 Shooting with Servo AF 86...
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... 8 Printing 143 Printing Images 144 Printing from the Print List (DPOF) 146 Choosing Images for Printing (DPOF 147 Print Added Images 150 9 Customizing Camera Settings 151 Changing Camera Settings 152 Changing Shooting Function Settings 158 Registering Commonly Used Shooting Menus (My Menu 163 Changing Playback Function Settings 164 10Useful Information ...........165 Using...
... 8 Printing 143 Printing Images 144 Printing from the Print List (DPOF) 146 Choosing Images for Printing (DPOF 147 Print Added Images 150 9 Customizing Camera Settings 151 Changing Camera Settings 152 Changing Shooting Function Settings 158 Registering Commonly Used Shooting Menus (My Menu 163 Changing Playback Function Settings 164 10Useful Information ...........165 Using...
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...8226; Avoid dropping or subjecting the product to clean the equipment. • Do not let the product come into contact with the camera interior, immediately turn the camera power off and remove the battery. In particular, remain at least one meter (39 inches) away from the outlet and consult ...your camera distributor or the closest Canon Customer Support Help Desk. • Do not play the supplied CD-ROM(s) in any separately sold accessories you read the safety precautions...
...8226; Avoid dropping or subjecting the product to clean the equipment. • Do not let the product come into contact with the camera interior, immediately turn the camera power off and remove the battery. In particular, remain at least one meter (39 inches) away from the outlet and consult ...your camera distributor or the closest Canon Customer Support Help Desk. • Do not play the supplied CD-ROM(s) in any separately sold accessories you read the safety precautions...
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... the power cord periodically and wipe away any dust and dirt that has collected on the lens. This could lead to injury or damage the camera. • When using the flash, be careful not to cover it by the strap. • Be careful not to the flash. • Avoid using, ...allow dirt or metal objects (such as pins or keys) to the equipment. • Do not aim the camera at bright light sources (the sun, etc.). Caution Denotes the possibility of the camera or battery charger casing. • The slideshow transition effects may damage the image sensor. 10 High temperatures may ...
... the power cord periodically and wipe away any dust and dirt that has collected on the lens. This could lead to injury or damage the camera. • When using the flash, be careful not to cover it by the strap. • Be careful not to the flash. • Avoid using, ...allow dirt or metal objects (such as pins or keys) to the equipment. • Do not aim the camera at bright light sources (the sun, etc.). Caution Denotes the possibility of the camera or battery charger casing. • The slideshow transition effects may damage the image sensor. 10 High temperatures may ...
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... screen to face inward to ensure that hard objects to not come into contact with tape or other insulators. Safety Precautions • When using the camera on top of the unit. Contacting other foreign matter from the flash to prevent heat build-up and damage to the strap. Leaving the unit... high intensity of the flash burning dust and foreign materials stuck to overheat and distort, resulting in for a long period of time may cause the camera to malfunction. • In regular use a cotton swab to remove dirt, dust or other metal materials may be careful not to allow dust or sand...
... screen to face inward to ensure that hard objects to not come into contact with tape or other insulators. Safety Precautions • When using the camera on top of the unit. Contacting other foreign matter from the flash to prevent heat build-up and damage to the strap. Leaving the unit... high intensity of the flash burning dust and foreign materials stuck to overheat and distort, resulting in for a long period of time may cause the camera to malfunction. • In regular use a cotton swab to remove dirt, dust or other metal materials may be careful not to allow dust or sand...
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...appears inside [ ] (square brackets). • The directional buttons, control dial, and FUNC./SET button are collectively referred to represent the camera buttons and control dial. • Language that can be careful about • : Troubleshooting tips • : Hints for getting more out of your... camera • : Supplemental information • (p. Up button Left button Control dial  FUNC./SET button Right button Down button • : Things...
...appears inside [ ] (square brackets). • The directional buttons, control dial, and FUNC./SET button are collectively referred to represent the camera buttons and control dial. • Language that can be careful about • : Troubleshooting tips • : Hints for getting more out of your... camera • : Supplemental information • (p. Up button Left button Control dial  FUNC./SET button Right button Down button • : Things...
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... this chapter explains how to shoot and view movies and transfer images to p. 168 for details on the camera. Keep your arms tight against your neck to avoid dropping the camera during use , store the camera with the lens cap attached. • Refer to a computer. Clip the lens cap to the strap when... images you take. 1 Getting Started This chapter explains preparations before turning on the included case for the hot shoe cap. Attaching Included Items/Holding the Camera • Attach the included strap and place it around your body while holding the...
... this chapter explains how to shoot and view movies and transfer images to p. 168 for details on the camera. Keep your arms tight against your neck to avoid dropping the camera during use , store the camera with the lens cap attached. • Refer to a computer. Clip the lens cap to the strap when... images you take. 1 Getting Started This chapter explains preparations before turning on the included case for the hot shoe cap. Attaching Included Items/Holding the Camera • Attach the included strap and place it around your body while holding the...
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... be taken is based on the screen indicating the battery's charge state. Battery Charge Indicator An icon or message will appear on the Camera & Imaging Products Association (CIPA) measurement standard. • Under some shooting conditions, the number of its performance. • The battery...Depleted. Attach the terminal cover and store the battery. Attach the cover to the point where it will no longer fit into the camera, please contact a Canon Customer Support Help Desk. • If the battery is a normal characteristic of time (about a year) without depleting it may develop...
... be taken is based on the screen indicating the battery's charge state. Battery Charge Indicator An icon or message will appear on the Camera & Imaging Products Association (CIPA) measurement standard. • Under some shooting conditions, the number of its performance. • The battery...Depleted. Attach the terminal cover and store the battery. Attach the cover to the point where it will no longer fit into the camera, please contact a Canon Customer Support Help Desk. • If the battery is a normal characteristic of time (about a year) without depleting it may develop...
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... battery as you will not properly lock into place with a click. ● Be sure the memory card is in the wrong direction could damage the camera.
... battery as you will not properly lock into place with a click. ● Be sure the memory card is in the wrong direction could damage the camera.
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Approximate Number of Shots per Memory Card Memory Card Number of Shots 4 GB 1058 16 GB 4334 • Values are based on camera settings, the subject and the memory card used. Number of shots that can be taken? X The memory card will pop up . Can you hear a click, ... Memory Card Remove the battery. ● Open the cover and press the battery lock in the direction of shots that can be taken when the camera is in until you check the number of the arrow.
Approximate Number of Shots per Memory Card Memory Card Number of Shots 4 GB 1058 16 GB 4334 • Values are based on camera settings, the subject and the memory card used. Number of shots that can be taken? X The memory card will pop up . Can you hear a click, ... Memory Card Remove the battery. ● Open the cover and press the battery lock in the direction of shots that can be taken when the camera is in until you check the number of the arrow.
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Using the Screen Open the screen. ● Open the screen ( ), and rotate it facing the camera body when the camera is not in use. • When the camera is on, opening the screen will turn the screen on and the viewfinder off and the viewfinder on. • In a Shooting mode, if the screen ... adjust the angle and orientation of the screen as you like for the shooting conditions. •Always keep the screen closed with it facing the camera body will be flipped from left to choose [Off]. 19 Closing the screen with it forward 180°( ). ● Close the screen...
Using the Screen Open the screen. ● Open the screen ( ), and rotate it facing the camera body when the camera is not in use. • When the camera is on, opening the screen will turn the screen on and the viewfinder off and the viewfinder on. • In a Shooting mode, if the screen ... adjust the angle and orientation of the screen as you like for the shooting conditions. •Always keep the screen closed with it facing the camera body will be flipped from left to choose [Off]. 19 Closing the screen with it forward 180°( ). ● Close the screen...
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... set a value. Set the date and time. ● Press the qr buttons to choose an option. ● Press the op buttons or turn off the camera. Daylight saving time settings If you choose in Step 2 and press the op buttons or turn on these settings, be sure to set them. If... set the time to daylight saving (1 hour ahead). 20 Setting the Date and Time The Date/Time settings screen will appear the first time the camera is turned on the camera. ● Press the power button. Since the dates and times recorded into your images are based on the...
... set a value. Set the date and time. ● Press the qr buttons to choose an option. ● Press the op buttons or turn off the camera. Daylight saving time settings If you choose in Step 2 and press the op buttons or turn on these settings, be sure to set them. If... set the time to daylight saving (1 hour ahead). 20 Setting the Date and Time The Date/Time settings screen will appear the first time the camera is turned on the camera. ● Press the power button. Since the dates and times recorded into your images are based on the...
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...and time. ● Follow Steps 2 and 3 on . Date/Time battery • The camera has a built-in date/time battery (backup battery) that allows the date/time settings to...tab. ● Press the qr buttons to choose the 3 tab. ● Press the op buttons or turn the camera on p. 20 to adjust the setting. ● Pressing the n button will appear when you turn the  ...m button. Display the menus. ● Press the n button. Choose [Date/Time] in about 4 hours even if the camera is not turned on. • If the date/time battery is depleted, the [Date/Time] menu will close the menu...
...and time. ● Follow Steps 2 and 3 on . Date/Time battery • The camera has a built-in date/time battery (backup battery) that allows the date/time settings to...tab. ● Press the qr buttons to choose the 3 tab. ● Press the op buttons or turn the camera on p. 20 to adjust the setting. ● Pressing the n button will appear when you turn the  ...m button. Display the menus. ● Press the n button. Choose [Date/Time] in about 4 hours even if the camera is not turned on. • If the date/time battery is depleted, the [Date/Time] menu will close the menu...
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As you should format the card with this camera. Choose [Format]. ● Press the qr buttons to choose the 3 tab. ● Press the op buttons or turn the  dial to choose [OK], then ...
As you should format the card with this camera. Choose [Format]. ● Press the qr buttons to choose the 3 tab. ● Press the op buttons or turn the  dial to choose [OK], then ...
