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ENGLISH Camera User Guide • Before use, be sure to read this guide, including the safety precautions. • This guide will familiarize you with how to use the camera correctly. • Keep the guide handy for future reference.
ENGLISH Camera User Guide • Before use, be sure to read this guide, including the safety precautions. • This guide will familiarize you with how to use the camera correctly. • Keep the guide handy for future reference.
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Camera Battery Pack NB-10L (with terminal cover) Battery Charger CB-2LC/CB-2LCE Interface Cable IFC-400PCU Neck Strap NS-DC9 Lens Cap (with the camera. 2 If anything is required to view the PDF manuals. However, not all memory cards have been verified to work with cord) Getting Started DIGITAL CAMERA Solution Disk • A memory card is not included (see below). Compatible Memory Cards The following items are included in PDF format (p. 26). • Adobe Reader is missing, contact your camera dealer. Package Contents Before use, make sure the following memory ...
Camera Battery Pack NB-10L (with terminal cover) Battery Charger CB-2LC/CB-2LCE Interface Cable IFC-400PCU Neck Strap NS-DC9 Lens Cap (with the camera. 2 If anything is required to view the PDF manuals. However, not all memory cards have been verified to work with cord) Getting Started DIGITAL CAMERA Solution Disk • A memory card is not included (see below). Compatible Memory Cards The following items are included in PDF format (p. 26). • Adobe Reader is missing, contact your camera dealer. Package Contents Before use, make sure the following memory ...
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... • Images recorded by the camera are intended for protection against scratches during shipment. If covered, remove the film before contacting a Canon Customer Support Help Desk. • Although the LCD monitor is produced under extremely high-precision manufacturing conditions and more than 99.99% of... check with the card manufacturer. • Always confirm beforehand that memory cards are not liable for personal use . Please note that Canon Inc., its subsidiaries and affiliates, and its distributors are supported on copyright law, and note that results in the failure of the ...
... • Images recorded by the camera are intended for protection against scratches during shipment. If covered, remove the film before contacting a Canon Customer Support Help Desk. • Although the LCD monitor is produced under extremely high-precision manufacturing conditions and more than 99.99% of... check with the card manufacturer. • Always confirm beforehand that memory cards are not liable for personal use . Please note that Canon Inc., its subsidiaries and affiliates, and its distributors are supported on copyright law, and note that results in the failure of the ...
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xx): Pages with related information (in this example, "xx" represents a page number) • Instructions in this guide, icons are represented by icons. z Front dial on front o Up button on back q Left button on back 7 Control dial on back m FUNC./SET button on back r Right button on back p Down button on which they appear or which they resemble. • The following camera buttons and controls are used to the camera under default settings. 4 Part Names and Conventions in This Guide Front dial Lamp Lens Zoom lever Shooting: i (telephoto) / j (wide angle) Playback: k (magnify) / g (...
xx): Pages with related information (in this example, "xx" represents a page number) • Instructions in this guide, icons are represented by icons. z Front dial on front o Up button on back q Left button on back 7 Control dial on back m FUNC./SET button on back r Right button on back p Down button on which they appear or which they resemble. • The following camera buttons and controls are used to the camera under default settings. 4 Part Names and Conventions in This Guide Front dial Lamp Lens Zoom lever Shooting: i (telephoto) / j (wide angle) Playback: k (magnify) / g (...
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Still Images : Indicates that the function is used for still images, movies, or both. Movies : Indicates that the function is used when shooting or viewing movies. 5 Most of these operations are also possible with the opqr buttons. • For convenience, all supported memory cards are simply referred to as "the memory card" . • The tabs shown above titles indicate whether the function is one way to choose setting items, switch images, and perform other operations. Part Names and Conventions in This Guide (Shortcut) / c (Direct print) button + (AE lock/FE lock) / d ...
Still Images : Indicates that the function is used for still images, movies, or both. Movies : Indicates that the function is used when shooting or viewing movies. 5 Most of these operations are also possible with the opqr buttons. • For convenience, all supported memory cards are simply referred to as "the memory card" . • The tabs shown above titles indicate whether the function is one way to choose setting items, switch images, and perform other operations. Part Names and Conventions in This Guide (Shortcut) / c (Direct print) button + (AE lock/FE lock) / d ...
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Contents Package Contents 2 Compatible Memory Cards 2 Preliminary Notes and Legal Information 3 Part Names and Conventions in Program AE Mode (G Mode 92 Image Brightness (Exposure Compensation 93 Color and Continuous Shooting .... 100 Shooting Range and Focusing...... 105 Flash 116 Shooting RAW Images 119 Other Settings 120 5 Tv, Av, M, C1, C2 Mode..123 Specific Shutter Speeds (Tv Mode 124 Specific Aperture Values (Av Mode 125 Specific Shutter Speeds and Aperture Values (M Mode).......... 126 Customization for Other Purposes 81 Shooting Various Movies 88 4 G mode 91 Shooting in...
Contents Package Contents 2 Compatible Memory Cards 2 Preliminary Notes and Legal Information 3 Part Names and Conventions in Program AE Mode (G Mode 92 Image Brightness (Exposure Compensation 93 Color and Continuous Shooting .... 100 Shooting Range and Focusing...... 105 Flash 116 Shooting RAW Images 119 Other Settings 120 5 Tv, Av, M, C1, C2 Mode..123 Specific Shutter Speeds (Tv Mode 124 Specific Aperture Values (Av Mode 125 Specific Shutter Speeds and Aperture Values (M Mode).......... 126 Customization for Other Purposes 81 Shooting Various Movies 88 4 G mode 91 Shooting in...
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Contents 7 Setting Menu 167 Adjusting Basic Camera Functions 168 8 Accessories 181 Tips on Using Included Accessories 182 Optional Accessories 182 Using Optional Accessories .......... 186 Printing Images 202 Using an Eye-Fi Card 212 9 Appendix 215 Troubleshooting 216 On-Screen Messages 220 On-Screen Information 222 Functions and Menu Tables .......... 226 Handling Precautions 236 Index 237 7
Contents 7 Setting Menu 167 Adjusting Basic Camera Functions 168 8 Accessories 181 Tips on Using Included Accessories 182 Optional Accessories 182 Using Optional Accessories .......... 186 Printing Images 202 Using an Eye-Fi Card 212 9 Appendix 215 Troubleshooting 216 On-Screen Messages 220 On-Screen Information 222 Functions and Menu Tables .......... 226 Handling Precautions 236 Index 237 7
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Contents: Basic Operations 4 Shoot z Use camera-determined settings (Auto Mode 44 Shooting people well IV Portraits Kids and Pets (p. 68) (p. 68) w At the Beach (p. 69) P Against Snow (p. 70) Matching specific scenes J Landscape (p. 68) S Under Water (p. 69) Sports (p. 69) O Foliage (p. 70) Applying special effects Night Scenes (p. 69) t Fireworks (p. 70) Vivid Colors (p. 71) Poster Effect (p. 71) "Aged" Photos (p. 73) Fish-Eye Effect (p. 74) Miniature Effect (p. 74) Toy Camera Effect (p. 76) Monochrome (p. 77) z Focus on faces 44, 68, 108, 113 z Without using the flash ...
Contents: Basic Operations 4 Shoot z Use camera-determined settings (Auto Mode 44 Shooting people well IV Portraits Kids and Pets (p. 68) (p. 68) w At the Beach (p. 69) P Against Snow (p. 70) Matching specific scenes J Landscape (p. 68) S Under Water (p. 69) Sports (p. 69) O Foliage (p. 70) Applying special effects Night Scenes (p. 69) t Fireworks (p. 70) Vivid Colors (p. 71) Poster Effect (p. 71) "Aged" Photos (p. 73) Fish-Eye Effect (p. 74) Miniature Effect (p. 74) Toy Camera Effect (p. 76) Monochrome (p. 77) z Focus on faces 44, 68, 108, 113 z Without using the flash ...
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... or death. • Do not trigger the flash in close proximity to the intense light produced by the flash could damage your camera distributor or a Canon Customer Support Help Desk. • Do not look through the viewfinder at least one meter (39 inches) away from infants when using the product, please...
... or death. • Do not trigger the flash in close proximity to the intense light produced by the flash could damage your camera distributor or a Canon Customer Support Help Desk. • Do not look through the viewfinder at least one meter (39 inches) away from infants when using the product, please...
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Exercise adequate caution when using , placing or storing the product in the following places: - Additionally, this could result in burns or damage to the flash. • Avoid using the camera in places where use is possible to suffer hearing loss from listening with headphones to the loud sounds of a CD-ROM played on the camera screen for prolonged periods may cause discomfort. This could cause leakage, overheating or an explosion of the battery, resulting in electrical shock, fire, burns or other devices. High temperatures may damage the image sensor. • When using the flash,...
Exercise adequate caution when using , placing or storing the product in the following places: - Additionally, this could result in burns or damage to the flash. • Avoid using the camera in places where use is possible to suffer hearing loss from listening with headphones to the loud sounds of a CD-ROM played on the camera screen for prolonged periods may cause discomfort. This could cause leakage, overheating or an explosion of the battery, resulting in electrical shock, fire, burns or other devices. High temperatures may damage the image sensor. • When using the flash,...
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Contacting other foreign matter from the flash to prevent heat build-up and damage to the unit. • Remove and store the battery when you are not using the camera. Doing so may occur. • Before you discard the battery, cover the terminals with the screen. • Do not attach any hard objects to overheat and distort, resulting in for a long period of the battery charger while it to the camera. Safety Precautions • In regular use a cotton swab to remove dirt, dust or other metal materials may lead to fire or explosions. • Unplug the battery charger from the...
Contacting other foreign matter from the flash to prevent heat build-up and damage to the unit. • Remove and store the battery when you are not using the camera. Doing so may occur. • Before you discard the battery, cover the terminals with the screen. • Do not attach any hard objects to overheat and distort, resulting in for a long period of the battery charger while it to the camera. Safety Precautions • In regular use a cotton swab to remove dirt, dust or other metal materials may lead to fire or explosions. • Unplug the battery charger from the...
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z On the other side of the camera, attach the strap the same way. z Always remove the lens cap before turning the camera on it from the lens and attach the lens cap cord to the strap. Try attaching the lens cap to prevent it . 13 If you have raised the flash, do not rest your fingers on . Holding the Camera z Place the strap around your body and hold the camera securely to the neck strap when the cap is not in use . z Keep the lens cap on the lens when the camera is not in use . Initial Preparations Prepare for shooting as shown. z When shooting, keep your arms close ...
z On the other side of the camera, attach the strap the same way. z Always remove the lens cap before turning the camera on it from the lens and attach the lens cap cord to the strap. Try attaching the lens cap to prevent it . 13 If you have raised the flash, do not rest your fingers on . Holding the Camera z Place the strap around your body and hold the camera securely to the neck strap when the cap is not in use . z Keep the lens cap on the lens when the camera is not in use . Initial Preparations Prepare for shooting as shown. z When shooting, keep your arms close ...
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X When the charging is not sold with the included charger. Be sure to charge the battery initially, because the camera is finished, the lamp turns green. For CB-2LCE: Plug the power cord into the charger, then plug the other end into a power outlet ( ). z After unplugging the battery charger, remove the battery by pushing it in ( ) and down ( ). Initial Preparations Charging the Battery Before use, charge the battery with the battery charged. z After aligning the o marks on the battery and charger, insert the battery by pushing it in ( ) and up ( ). 14 z For CB-2LC: ...
X When the charging is not sold with the included charger. Be sure to charge the battery initially, because the camera is finished, the lamp turns green. For CB-2LCE: Plug the power cord into the charger, then plug the other end into a power outlet ( ). z After unplugging the battery charger, remove the battery by pushing it in ( ) and down ( ). Initial Preparations Charging the Battery Before use, charge the battery with the battery charged. z After aligning the o marks on the battery and charger, insert the battery by pushing it in ( ) and up ( ). 14 z For CB-2LC: ...
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z While pressing the battery lock in the direction of shots and recording time possible with a fully charged battery, see "Specifications" in optimal condition, do not charge it continuously for more than 24 hours. • For battery chargers that use a power cord, do not attach the charger or cord to the product. • For details on memory cards with this camera (p. 171). Inserting the Battery and Memory Card Insert the included battery and a memory card (sold separately). Initial Preparations • To protect the battery and keep it in the Getting Started guide. Check...
z While pressing the battery lock in the direction of shots and recording time possible with a fully charged battery, see "Specifications" in optimal condition, do not charge it continuously for more than 24 hours. • For battery chargers that use a power cord, do not attach the charger or cord to the product. • For details on memory cards with this camera (p. 171). Inserting the Battery and Memory Card Insert the included battery and a memory card (sold separately). Initial Preparations • To protect the battery and keep it in the Getting Started guide. Check...
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z Open the cover and press the battery lock in the direction of the arrow and press it until it clicks into the correct position. X The battery will pop up . Remove the memory card. Removing the Battery and Memory Card Remove the battery. z Make sure the memory card is facing the right way and locks when inserted. Inserting memory cards facing the wrong way may damage the camera. Initial Preparations Label z If you insert it . z Insert the memory card facing as shown until it clicks into the locked position. Close the cover. z Lower the cover in until it clicks, and ...
z Open the cover and press the battery lock in the direction of the arrow and press it until it clicks into the correct position. X The battery will pop up . Remove the memory card. Removing the Battery and Memory Card Remove the battery. z Make sure the memory card is facing the right way and locks when inserted. Inserting memory cards facing the wrong way may damage the camera. Initial Preparations Label z If you insert it . z Insert the memory card facing as shown until it clicks into the locked position. Close the cover. z Lower the cover in until it clicks, and ...
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z To protect the screen when the camera is closed and facing the camera body, you will damage the camera. Adjusting the Screen Angle and Orientation z You can adjust the angle and orientation of the screen as it will not be able to shoot a movie. • When including yourself in use . z Open the screen ( ) and rotate it closed and facing the camera body. • If the screen is not in shots, you can only open the screen any further than this, as needed, to choose [Off]. 17 Be careful not to open to approximately 175° in this orientation ( ). • The screen can...
z To protect the screen when the camera is closed and facing the camera body, you will damage the camera. Adjusting the Screen Angle and Orientation z You can adjust the angle and orientation of the screen as it will not be able to shoot a movie. • When including yourself in use . z Open the screen ( ) and rotate it closed and facing the camera body. • If the screen is not in shots, you can only open the screen any further than this, as needed, to choose [Off]. 17 Be careful not to open to approximately 175° in this orientation ( ). • The screen can...
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z Press the qr buttons or turn the 7 dial to choose your images. z Press the op buttons or turn the 7 dial to specify the date and time. z Press the m button when finished. z To turn the camera on . Initial Preparations Setting the Date and Time A screen for dates and times added to choose an option. Be sure to specify the date and time, which is the basis for setting the date and time is displayed the first time you turn off the camera, press the power button. 18 Set the date and time. Set the local time zone. After a confirmation message, the setting screen is ...
z Press the qr buttons or turn the 7 dial to choose your images. z Press the op buttons or turn the 7 dial to specify the date and time. z Press the m button when finished. z To turn the camera on . Initial Preparations Setting the Date and Time A screen for dates and times added to choose an option. Be sure to specify the date and time, which is the basis for setting the date and time is displayed the first time you turn off the camera, press the power button. 18 Set the date and time. Set the local time zone. After a confirmation message, the setting screen is ...
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Access the camera menu. Choose [Date/Time]. z Follow step 2 on p. 18 to close the menu. • Date/time settings can be retained for about 4 hours once you insert a charged battery or connect the camera to adjust the settings. z Press the n button to set the date and time. 19 Follow the steps on p. 18 to an AC adapter kit (sold separately, p. 182), even if the camera is left off. • Once the date/time battery is depleted, the [Date/Time] screen will be displayed when you turn the camera on. Initial Preparations • Unless you set the date, time, and local time zone, the...
Access the camera menu. Choose [Date/Time]. z Follow step 2 on p. 18 to close the menu. • Date/time settings can be retained for about 4 hours once you insert a charged battery or connect the camera to adjust the settings. z Press the n button to set the date and time. 19 Follow the steps on p. 18 to an AC adapter kit (sold separately, p. 182), even if the camera is left off. • Once the date/time battery is depleted, the [Date/Time] screen will be displayed when you turn the camera on. Initial Preparations • Unless you set the date, time, and local time zone, the...
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z Press and hold the m button, and then immediately press the n button. Initial Preparations Display Language The display language can also change the display language by pressing the n button and choosing [Language ] on the 3 tab. 20 X Once the display language has been set, the setting screen is no longer displayed. • A clock icon is displayed if you wait too long in step 2 after pressing the m button before you press the n button. Set the display language. z Press the opqr buttons or turn the 7 dial to dismiss the clock icon and repeat step 2. • You can be changed ...
z Press and hold the m button, and then immediately press the n button. Initial Preparations Display Language The display language can also change the display language by pressing the n button and choosing [Language ] on the 3 tab. 20 X Once the display language has been set, the setting screen is no longer displayed. • A clock icon is displayed if you wait too long in step 2 after pressing the m button before you press the n button. Set the display language. z Press the opqr buttons or turn the 7 dial to dismiss the clock icon and repeat step 2. • You can be changed ...
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X The startup screen is displayed. Shooting (Smart Auto) For fully automatic selection of the screen. z Aim the camera at the subject. X Frames displayed around any subjects that are detected indicate that they are displayed in focus. z Press the power button. Turn the camera on , shoot still images or movies, and then view them. Still Images Trying the Camera Out Movies Follow these instructions to A. z Set the mode dial to turn the camera on . X Icons representing the scene and image stabilization mode are in the upper right of the optimal settings for specific ...
X The startup screen is displayed. Shooting (Smart Auto) For fully automatic selection of the screen. z Aim the camera at the subject. X Frames displayed around any subjects that are detected indicate that they are displayed in focus. z Press the power button. Turn the camera on , shoot still images or movies, and then view them. Still Images Trying the Camera Out Movies Follow these instructions to A. z Set the mode dial to turn the camera on . X Icons representing the scene and image stabilization mode are in the upper right of the optimal settings for specific ...