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ENGLISH
Camera User Guide
p. 7
Getting Started
Ensure that you read the Safety Precautions
(pp.
144–149).

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  • Page 1 ENGLISH Camera User Guide p. 7 Getting Started Ensure that you read the Safety Precautions (pp. 144–149).

  • Page 2: Confirming The Package Contents

    IFC-400PCU Canon Digital Camera Solution Disk User Guides Getting Started “Canon Customer Support” Leaflet Please also refer to the PDF manuals on the supplied CD-ROM: • Camera User Guide (Advanced functions of the camera) • Direct Print User Guide (Connecting the camera to a printer) •...
  • Page 3 Let’s Get Started! First… Getting Started This section explains how to prepare the camera for use and the basics of shooting, viewing and printing images. Start out by familiarizing yourself with the camera and mastering the basics. Next… PDF Manuals Once you have mastered the basics, use the camera’s many features to shoot more challenging photos.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Table of Contents Items marked with a functions or procedures. Please Read Getting Started ......7 Preparations .

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Various Shooting Methods Shooting Modes for Specific Scenes ... . . 66 Shooting in Manual Mode ..... . 68 Continuous Shooting .
  • Page 6 Table of Contents Print Settings/Transfer Settings Setting the DPOF Print Settings ....115 Setting the DPOF Transfer Settings ....119 Configuring the Camera Setting the Power Saving Function .
  • Page 7 About this Guide Symbol Conventions in this Guide Using the Flash Available Shooting Modes Press the button. 1. Use the button to change the flash mode. : [Auto] : [On] : [Off] • You can configure detailed settings for the flash when you press the MENU button while this screen is displayed (p.

  • Page 8: Please Read

    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.

  • Page 9: Getting Started

    Getting Started Preparations Shooting Still Images Viewing Still Images Erasing Printing Embedding the Date in the Image Data Shooting Movies Viewing Movies Downloading Images to a Computer System Map You can use SD memory cards, SDHC (SD High Capacity) memory cards, MultiMediaCards, MMCplus cards and HC MMCplus cards in this camera.
  • Page 10 Capture Your Best Memories Capture Your Best Memories...

  • Page 11: Preparations

    Preparations Installing the Batteries and Memory Card Slide the battery cover lock in the direction of the arrow (a) and hold it there while moving the entire cover in the direction of the arrow (b) and opening it up in the direction of the arrow (c).
  • Page 12 Preparations Install two batteries. Negative end (–) Insert the memory card until it clicks into place. Caution! Check the memory card for the correct orientation. Only SD and SDHC memory cards Write Protect Tab Confirm that the write protect tab is unlocked. The camera may fail to detect the memory card or malfunction if the memory card is inserted backward by mistake.
  • Page 13 Close the cover (a), and press downward as you slide it until it clicks into place (b). To Remove the Memory Card • Push the memory card with your finger until the memory card clicks and then release it. It is recommended to use the wrist strap to avoid dropping the camera during use.

  • Page 14: Setting The Date And Time

    Preparations Setting the Date and Time The Date/Time settings menu will appear the first time the power is turned on. Buttons Press the power button. Select the month, day, year and time, and the display order. 1. Use the category. 2.

  • Page 15: Setting The Display Language

    Setting the Display Language You can change the language displayed in the LCD monitor menus and messages. Mode Dial Buttons Set the mode dial to Hold down the FUNC./SET button and press the MENU button once. Use the Press the FUNC./SET button. (Playback).

  • Page 16: Shooting Still Images ( Auto Mode)

    Shooting Still Images Shooting Still Images Mode Dial Press the power button. • The start-up sound will play and the start-up image will display in the LCD monitor. • Pressing the power button again turns the power off. • To switch to the setting that mutes all sound, press and hold the MENU button while pressing the power button.

  • Page 17: To Shoot Images In Focus

    Without changing anything else, press the shutter button all the way (press fully) to shoot. • The shutter sound will play once and the image will record. • Recorded images are displayed on the LCD monitor for approximately 2 seconds* immediately after shooting (Rec.

  • Page 18: Viewing Still Images

    Viewing Still Images Viewing Still Images Mode Dial Buttons Set the mode dial to Use the the image you wish to view. • Use the button to move to the previous image and the move to the next image. • The images advance more quickly if you keep the button pressed continuously, but they will appear coarse.

  • Page 19: Erasing

    Erasing Mode Dial Buttons Set the mode dial to Use the press the button. Confirm that [Erase] is selected and press the FUNC./ SET button. • To exit instead of erasing, select [Cancel]. Please note that erased images cannot be recovered. Exercise adequate caution before erasing an image.

  • Page 20: Printing

    • See the printer’s user guide for connection instructions. • Since this camera uses a standard protocol (PictBridge), you can use it with other PictBridge-compliant printers in addition to Canon-brand printers. Please see the Direct Print User Guide for more information. Turn on the printer.
  • Page 21 [Remove] and press the FUNC./SET button. Printing Images in a Print List This explanation is based on the use of a Canon SELPHY ES series or SELPHY CP series printer. Connect the camera to a printer.

  • Page 22: Embedding The Date In The Image Data

    Embedding the Date in the Image Data Embedding the Date in the Image Data This section explains how to embed date information on images as they are recorded (Date Stamp). • The date stamp cannot be deleted from the image data once it has been embedded.
  • Page 23 Select (Date Stamp). 1. Press the FUNC./SET button. 2. Use the 3. Use the • The area that will not print displays in gray. • Pressing the MENU button allows you to switch to [Date & Time] using the You can use the following methods to imprint the date on images lacking imprinted date stamps.

  • Page 24: Shooting Movies ( Standard Mode)

    Shooting Movies Shooting Movies Mode Dial Press the power button. Select a shooting mode. 1. Set the mode dial to • Confirm that the camera is set to (Standard). Aim the camera at the subject. Do not touch the microphone while recording.
  • Page 25 Press the shutter button lightly (press halfway) to set the focus. • An electronic beep will sound twice and the indicator will light green when the camera focuses. • The exposure, focus and white balance are automatically set when you press the button halfway. Without changing anything else, press the shutter button all the way (press fully) to shoot.

  • Page 26: Viewing Movies

    Viewing Movies Viewing Movies Mode Dial Buttons Press the power button. Set the mode dial to Use the a movie and press the FUNC./ SET button. • Images with a Use the (Play) and press the FUNC./ SET button. • The movie will start playing. •...

  • Page 27: Downloading Images To A Computer

    Items to Prepare • Camera and computer • Canon Digital Camera Solution Disk supplied with the camera • Interface cable supplied with the camera System Requirements Please install the software on a computer meeting the following minimum requirements.

  • Page 28: Preparing To Download Images

    Windows 2000 users must install the software before connecting the camera to the computer. Installing the software. Windows 1. Place the Canon Digital Camera Solution Disk in the computer's CD-ROM drive. 2. Click [Easy Installation]. Follow the onscreen messages to proceed with the installation.
  • Page 29 Connecting the camera to a computer. 1. Connect the supplied interface cable to the computer's USB port and to the camera's DIGITAL terminal. • Open the Camera's terminal cover and insert the interface cable all the way into the connector. Preparing to download images to the computer.
  • Page 30 Displaying the Camera Window. Windows Select [Canon CameraWindow] and click [OK]. If this event dialog does not appear, click the [Start] menu and select [All Programs] or [Programs], followed by [Canon Utilities], [CameraWindow], [CameraWindow] and [CameraWindow]. CameraWindow will display. Macintosh CameraWindow will appear when you establish a connection between the camera and computer.

  • Page 31: Direct Transfer

    Downloading Images Using the Camera (Direct Transfer) Use this method to download images using camera operations (except Windows 2000). Install the software before downloading images via the Direct Transfer method for the first time Buttons Confirm that the Direct Transfer menu is displayed on the camera's LCD monitor.
  • Page 32 Downloading Images to a Computer You can also use the following options in the Direct Transfer menu to set the method for downloading images. All Images New Images DPOF Trans. Images Select & Transfer Wallpaper All Images/New Images/DPOF Trans. Images 1.
  • Page 33 3. Use the press the • The images will download. The button will blink blue while downloading is in progress. 4. Press the MENU button after downloading finishes. • You will return to the Direct Transfer menu. Only JPEG images can be downloaded as wallpaper for a computer.

  • Page 34: System Map

    (NB4-300) is also available • Two batteries are used for this camera Interface Cable IFC-400PCU* Memory Card (32MB) Canon Digital Camera Solution Disk AC Adapter Kit ACK800 • Compact Power Adapter CA-PS800 • Power Cord AV Cable AVC-DC300* High-Power Flash...
  • Page 35 *5 Not sold in some regions. *6 The Battery and Charger Kit CBK4-200 can also be used. Video IN Terminal Audio IN Terminal Canon Brand Camera Direct Compatible Printer Direct Print Compatible Bubble Jet Printers* Compact Photo Printers*...

  • Page 36: Optional Accessories

    Other Accessories • SD Memory Card SD memory cards are used to store images recorded by the camera. Canon brand memory cards are available in 128 MB and 512 MB capacities. • Interface Cable IFC-400PCU Use this cable to connect the camera to a computer, Compact Photo Printer (SELPHY series), or to a Bubble Jet printer (refer to your Bubble Jet printer user guide).

  • Page 37: Direct Print Compatible Printers

    Direct Print Compatible Printers Canon offers the following separately sold printers for use with the camera. You can produce photo quality prints quickly and easily by connecting them to the camera with a single cable and operating the camera's controls.

  • Page 39: Learning More

    Learning More...

  • Page 40: Components Guide

    Components Guide Front View Wrist Strap Mount Speaker Microphone Flash (p. 59) AF-assist Beam (p. 47) Red-Eye Reduction Lamp Self-Timer Lamp (p. 62) Terminal Cover A/V OUT (Audio/Video output) Terminal DIGITAL Terminal (p. 27) DC IN (Power input) Terminal Lens (pp.
  • Page 41 Back View LCD Monitor (pp. 44, 51) Memory Card Slot / Battery Cover Lock Memory Card Slot / Battery Cover Tripod Socket The LCD monitor may be covered with a thin plastic film for protection against scratches during shipment. If so, remove the film before using the camera.
  • Page 42 Controls Power Button (pp. 12, 14) Shutter Button (p. 14) Mode Dial (pp. 13, 14) FUNC./SET Button MENU Button (p. 43) (Print/Share) Button Indicator (p. 41) (Macro)/ (Infinity)/ (Telephoto while shooting)/ Button (pp. 54, 96) (Flash)/ Button (Wide Angle while shooting)/ Playback mode)/ (p.

  • Page 43: Indicator

    Indicator The camera indicator on the back of the camera will light or blink under the following conditions. Green: Ready to shoot (camera beeps twice)*/ when connected to a computer/display turned off Blinking Green: Camera starting up/image recording/reading/erasing/ transferring (when connected to a computer) Orange: Ready to shoot (flash on) Blinking Orange: Ready to shoot (camera shake warning)/flash...

  • Page 44: Basic Operations

    Basic Operations Menus and Settings Settings for the shooting or playback modes or such camera settings as the print settings, date/time and sounds are set using the FUNC. menu or the FUNC./SET Button This menu sets many of the common shooting functions. This example shows the FUNC.
  • Page 45 MENU Button Convenient settings for shooting, playback or printing can be set with these menus. (Rec.) Menu You can switch between menus with button. This example shows the Press the M M ENU button. Use the • The following menus are displayed. Shooting: Rec.

  • Page 46: Information Displayed On The Lcd Monitor And Menus

    Information Displayed on the LCD Monitor and Menus Shooting Mode Camera Shake Warning ( (p. 132) Content Exposure compensation, ISO speed, recording pixels, etc. Shooting mode Digital Tele-Converter ( Digital Zoom Factor/Safety Zoom ( Macro ( )/Infinity ( Flash ( Red-Eye Correction ( Auto Rotate ( Disp.

  • Page 47: Playback Mode

    Playback Mode Histogram Content Print List Auto Category ( My Category ( Recording Pixels, Compression (Still Image)/Movie ( Red-Eye Correction/Resize ( Image with sound memo attached ( Protection Status ( The following information may also be displayed with some images. A non-WAVE type file is attached JPEG image not conforming to Design rule for Camera File System Standards...

  • Page 48: Histogram Function

    Histogram Function The histogram is a graph that allows you to check the brightness of the 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.

  • Page 49: Rec. Menu

    Rec. Menu Menu Item AF Frame Face Detect*/AiAF/Center AF-Point Zoom On/Off* Digital Zoom (Still image) Standard*/Off/1.5x/1.9x (Movie) Standard*/Off (In Standard Movie mode only) Flash Settings Slow Synchro On/Off* Red-Eye Corr. On/Off* Red-Eye Lamp On*/Off Light Metering AF-assist Beam On*/Off Shooting Info On/Off* Review Off/2*–10 seconds/Hold...

  • Page 50: Print Menu

    Play Menu Menu Item Image Disp. Info Disp. Jump to Slide Show My Category Red-Eye Correction Resize Sound Memo Protect Rotate Erase all Transfer Order Resume Transition Print Menu Menu Item Print Displays the print menu. Configures print settings for Select Image &...

  • Page 51: Set Up Menu

    Set up Menu Menu Item Mute On/Off* Volume Off/1/2*/3/4/5 Start-up Vol. Operation Vol. Selftimer Vol. Shutter Volume Playback Vol. Start-up Image On*/Off Power Saving Auto Power On*/Off Down Display Off 10 sec./20 sec./30 sec./1 min.*/2 min./3 min. Date/Time Options Set to [On] to silence all sounds. (Except for when the memory card slot/battery cover is opened during recording.)
  • Page 52 (Widescreen) mode at the full page setting for wide paper using a Canon SELPHY CP750/CP740/CP730/CP720/CP710/ CP510 Compact Photo Printer. Since this setting is saved even when the power is turned off, ensure that you return the setting to [Auto] to print other image sizes.

  • Page 53: Using The Lcd Monitor

    Using the LCD Monitor You can switch between display modes on the LCD monitor. See Information Displayed on the LCD Monitor and Menus for details 44). During shooting Rec. menu [Shooting Info] (Shooting mode) During Rec. review (while an image is Rec.
  • Page 54 Switching the Information Display in Shooting or Rec. Review Mode Select [Shooting Info] or [Review Info]. 1. Press the MENU button. 2. In the menu, use the button to select [Shooting Info] or [Review Info]. Accept the setting. 1. Use the between options.

  • Page 55: Night Display

    The shooting information displays for approximately 6 seconds when a setting is changed, regardless of the selected display mode. The LCD monitor will not switch to the detailed display in the Magnified Display mode (p. 97) 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.

  • Page 56: Commonly Used Shooting Functions

    Commonly Used Shooting Functions Shooting with the Optical Zoom The zoom can be adjusted from 38 mm – 132 mm (focal length) in 35mm film equivalent terms. Press the • Wide Angle: Zooms out from the subject. • Telephoto: Zooms in on the subject.

  • Page 57: Using The Digital Zoom/Digital Tele-Converter

    Using the Digital Zoom/Digital Tele-Converter You can combine digital zoom with optical zoom when shooting. The available shooting characteristics and focal lengths (35mm film equivalent) are as follows: Selection Focal Length Standard 38 – 528 mm 38 – 132 mm 1.5x 57 –...
  • Page 58 Safety Zoom Zone Depending on the number of recording pixels set, you can shift from optical zoom to digital zoom without pausing up to a factor where the image quality does not deteriorate (Safety Zoom). icon displays at the maximum zoom factor without image deterioration and you can advance the zoom further by pressing the button again (not available in Safety Zoom Factor...

  • Page 59: Shooting With The Digital Zoom

    Shooting with the Digital Zoom Select [Digital Zoom]. 1. Press the MENU button. 2. In the menu, use the button to select [Digital Zoom]. Accept the setting. 1. Use the [Standard]. 2. Press the MENU button. Press the • The combined digital and optical zoom factor will display in the LCD monitor.
  • Page 60 Shooting 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 telephoto shooting). Select [Digital Zoom]. 1. Press the MENU button. 2. In the menu, use the button to select [Digital Zoom]. Accept the setting.

  • Page 61: Using The Flash

    Using the Flash Press the 1. Use the flash mode. : [Auto] : [On] : [Off] • You can configure detailed settings for the flash when you press the MENU button while this screen is displayed 70). - Slow Synchro, Red-Eye Correction, Red-Eye Lamp •...

  • Page 62: Shooting Close-Ups/Infinity Shots

    Shooting Close-ups/Infinity Shots (Macro/Infinity/Super Macro) You can shoot close-ups or infinity shots. Shooting Mode Use this mode to shoot close-ups of flowers or small items. Image Area at Minimum Focusing Distance from End of Lens to Subject Macro • Maximum wide angle setting: 53 x 40 mm (2.1 x 1.6 in.) Minimum focusing distance: 5 cm (2.0 in.) •...
  • Page 63 Shooting in Super Macro Mode Select 1. Set the mode dial to 2. Press the FUNC./SET button. 3. Use the and choose button. 4. Press the FUNC./SET button. In Super Macro mode, the zoom level is fixed at maximum wide angle. button to select with the...

  • Page 64: Using The Self-Timer

    Using the Self-Timer You can set the time delay and the numbers of shots you wish to take in advance. 10 sec. Self-Timer: shoots 10 seconds after you press the shutter button. • 2 seconds before the shutter releases, the self-timer lamp and sound speed up.

  • Page 65: Changing The Delay Time And Number Of Shots

    To Cancel the Self-Timer Follow Step 1 to display Changing the Delay Time and Number of Shots ( Select 1. Press the FUNC./SET button. 2. Use the and choose button. Accept the setting. 1. Press the MENU button. 2. Use the [Delay] or [Shots] and change the settings with the 3.

  • Page 66: Changing The Recording Pixels (Still Images)

    Changing the Recording Pixels (Still Images) Select the number of recording pixels. 1. Press the FUNC./SET button. 2. Use the and the option. 3. Press the FUNC./SET button. Approximate Values for Recording Pixels Recording Pixels (Large) (Medium 1) (Medium 2) (Medium 3) 0.3M (Small)

  • Page 67: Changing The Compression (Still Images)

    3072 x 1728 pixels (Widescreen) • Approximate number of recording pixels. (M is short for megapixels.) * Paper sizes vary according to region. See Memory Cards and Estimated Capacities See Image Data Sizes (Estimated) Changing the Compression (Still Images) Select a compression setting. 1.

  • Page 68: Various Shooting Methods

    Various Shooting Methods Shooting Modes for Specific Scenes You can shoot with the most appropriate settings for the scene. Select a shooting mode. 1. Set the mode dial to 2. Press the FUNC./SET button. 3. Use the and the mode. 4.
  • Page 69 Indoor Prevents camera shake and maintains the subject’s true color when shooting under fluorescent or tungsten lighting. Sunset Allows you to shoot sunsets in vivid colors. Foliage Shoots trees and leaves—such as new growth, autumn leaves or blossoms—in vivid colors. Snow Shoots without a blue tinge and without making people appear dark against a snowy background.

  • Page 70: Shooting In Manual Mode

    Selects the optimal ISO speed, white balance and color balance to capture fish and other items in an indoor aquarium. The shutter speed is slow in the tripod to avoid camera shake. In the and cause noise in the image depending on the scene being shot.

  • Page 71: Continuous Shooting

    Super high-speed SDC-512MSH memory card (sold separately) to which low-level formatting shooting. • This reflects standard shooting criteria established by Canon. Actual results may vary according to the subject and shooting conditions. • Even if continuous shooting suddenly stops, the memory card may not be full.

  • Page 72: Setting The Flash

    Setting the Flash The flash timing is adjusted to slow shutter speeds. This reduces the chance that only the background will appear Slow Synchro dark when a night scene or an interior shot is taken. When [Slow Synchro] set to [On], camera shake may become a factor.
  • Page 73 Accept the setting. 1. Use the function. 2. Use the or [Off]. 3. Press the MENU button. • You can also display this menu by pressing the Press the MENU button. button to select a button to select [On] button, followed by the MENU button 59).

  • Page 74: Movie Shooting

    Movie Shooting The following movie modes are available. The recording time will vary according to the capacity of the memory card you use 168). Standard You can select the recording pixels and record until the memory card is full (when a super high-speed memory card is used, such as the recommended SDC-512MSH).
  • Page 75 Shoot. • Pressing the shutter button halfway automatically sets the exposure, focus and white balance settings. • Pressing the shutter button fully starts recording video and sound simultaneously. • During shooting, the recording time and [ LCD monitor. • Pressing the shutter button fully again stops recording. Recording will stop automatically under the following circumstances.
  • Page 76 Changing Recording Pixels/Frame Rates You can change the recording pixels when the Movie mode is set to (Standard). The frame rate can be set depending on the recording pixels. Select the number of recording pixels. 1. Press the FUNC./SET button. 2.

  • Page 77: Checking The Focus And People's Expressions

    Checking the Focus and People’s Expressions You can zoom the display of the AF frame area to check the focus and people’s expressions as you compose and shoot. To do this you must first set the [AF Frame] in the Detect] or [Center].

  • Page 78: Selecting An Af Frame Mode

    The display cannot be zoomed under the following circumstances. - When the [AF Frame] is set to [Face Detect] and a face is not detected, or when the face is extremely large in relation to the overall composition. - When the camera cannot focus. - When the digital zoom or Digital Tele-converter function is in use.
  • Page 79 Accept the setting. 1. Use the [Face Detect], [AiAF] or [Center]. 2. Press the MENU button. The AF frame appears as follows when the shutter button is pressed halfway. - Green - Yellow - No AF frame: Focusing difficulty ([Face Detect], [AiAF]) Face Detect Feature Maximum of three frames will be displayed at the positions of the faces the camera recognizes.

  • Page 80: Selecting The Face To Focus On (Face Select And Track)

    Selecting the Face to Focus On (Face Select and Track) Once the focus is fixed to a subject’s face, the frame can be set to follow the subject within a certain range. To use the Face Select and Track function, first configure the following settings.
  • Page 81 Use the focus on. • If multiple faces are detected, you can move the face frame with the button. The face frame will not appear if no face is detected. • You can display face frames around faces detected by the camera while pressing the MENU button (up to 35 frames).

  • Page 82: Shooting Hard-To-Focus Subjects (Focus Lock)

    Shooting Hard-to-Focus Subjects (Focus Lock) It may be difficult to focus on the following types of subjects. • Subjects with extremely low contrast to the surroundings • Scenes with a mixture of near and far subjects • Subjects with extremely bright objects at the center of the composition •...

  • Page 83: Adjusting The Iso Speed

    Adjusting the ISO Speed Raise the ISO speed to use a fast shutter speed when you wish to reduce the effects of camera shake or avoid blurry subjects, or to turn the flash off when shooting in a dark area. Adjust the ISO Speed 1.

  • Page 84: Adjusting The Exposure Compensation

    Adjusting the Exposure Compensation Adjust the exposure compensation to a positive value to avoid making the subject too dark when it is backlit or shot against a bright background. Adjust the exposure compensation to a negative value to avoid making the subject too bright in night shots or when shot against a dark background.

  • Page 85: Switching Between Metering Modes

    Switching between Metering Modes Evaluative Center Weighted Avg. Spot Select [Light Metering]. 1. Press the MENU button. 2. In the menu, use the button to select [Light Metering]. Accept the setting. 1. Use the metering mode. 2. Press the MENU button. In Long Shutter mode, the metering mode is automatically fixed to [Evaluative].

  • Page 86: Setting A Slow Shutter Speed (Long Shutter Mode)

    Setting a Slow Shutter Speed (Long Shutter Mode) You can set the shutter speed to a slow setting to make dark subjects appear brighter. Select the Long Shutter mode. 1. Press the FUNC./SET button. 2. Use the 3. Press the MENU button. Change the shutter speed.
  • Page 87 Use the LCD monitor to confirm that the image was recorded at the desired brightness Please note that camera shake becomes a factor at low shutter speeds. Shoot with the camera attached to a tripod. Use of the flash may result in an over-exposed image. If this occurs, shoot with the flash set to The following are not available: - Exposure Compensation...

  • Page 88: Adjusting The Tone (White Balance)

    Adjusting the Tone (White Balance) Normally, the (Auto) white balance setting selects an optimal white balance. When the change the white balance using a setting appropriate for the light source. Auto Settings are automatically set by the camera. Day Light For recording outdoors on a bright day.

  • Page 89: Using The Custom White Balance

    Using the Custom White Balance Take a custom white balance reading for the following situations that are difficult for the • Shooting subjects of monotone color (such as sky, sea or forest) • Shooting with a particular source of light (such as a mercury-vapor lamp) •...
  • Page 90 You are recommended to set the Shooting mode to and the exposure compensation setting to [±0] before setting a custom white balance. The correct white balance may not be obtained when the exposure setting is incorrect (image appears completely black or white). Shoot with the same settings as when reading the white balance data.

  • Page 91: Shooting In A My Colors Mode

    Shooting in a My Colors Mode You can change the look of an image when it is shot. My Colors Off Vivid Neutral Sepia Custom Color Configuring My Colors Settings ( Select a My Colors setting. 1. Press the FUNC./SET button. 2.

  • Page 92: Setting The Camera To A Custom Color Mode

    Setting the Camera to a Custom Color Mode ( Select 1. Press the FUNC./SET button. 2. Use the and choose button. Adjust the setting. 1. Press the MENU button. 2. Use the [Contrast], [Sharpness] or [Saturation]. 3. Use the setting. •...

  • Page 93: Setting The Display Overlays

    Setting the Display Overlays You can display vertical and horizontal grid lines, a 3:2 print area guide, or both on the LCD monitor while shooting to help check the position of your subject. Displays grid lines to divide the screen into 9 parts. Helps Grid Lines confirm the vertical and horizontal positioning of the subject.

  • Page 94: Categorizing Images Automatically (Auto Category)

    Categorizing Images Automatically (Auto Category) If you set Auto Category to [On], images are automatically sorted into preset categories as they are recorded. For images shot in People faces detected when [AF Frame] is set to [Face Detect]. Scenery For images shot in Events For images shot in Select [Auto Category].

  • Page 95: Registering Settings To The Print/Share Button

    Registering Settings to the Print/ Share Button You can register a function that you often use when shooting with the button. The following functions can be registered. Menu Item Not Assigned Face Select +/- (Exp.) ISO Speed White Balance Custom White Balance For recording white balance data Red-Eye Corr.
  • Page 96 Select [Set 1. Press the MENU button. 2. In the menu, use the button to select [Set 3. Press the FUNC./SET button. Accept the setting. 1. Use the select the function you wish to register. 2. Press the FUNC./SET button. •...

  • Page 97: Using The Button

    Using the Press the • :The Face Select mode activates. • The settings advance each time the is pressed. • : The corresponding setup screen is displayed. • The white balance data is read each time the is pressed. Since the frame does not appear at this point, ensure that the white paper or cloth is positioned so it appears at the center of the LCD monitor and then press the button.

  • Page 98: Playback/Erasing

    Playback/Erasing Viewing Magnified Images Press the • will display and allow you to magnify the view up to a factor of 10 times. Pressing the zooms the display out. • Pressing the you to display the previous or next image at the magnified level. Press the FUNC./SET button and change the position of the displayed area with the button.

  • Page 99: Viewing Images In Sets Of Nine (Index Playback)

    Viewing Images in Sets of Nine (Index Playback) Select [Image Disp.]. 1. Press the MENU button. 2. In the menu, use the button to select Accept the setting. 1. Use the [Index]. 2. Press the MENU button. • Up to nine images can be viewed at once in index playback.

  • Page 100: Organizing Images By Category (My Category)

    Organizing Images by Category (My Category) Images can be sorted into previously prepared categories and organized by category. People Scenery Events Select [My Category]. 1. Press the MENU button. 2. In the menu, use the button to select 3. Press the FUNC./SET button. Categorize the images.

  • Page 101: Jumping To Images

    Jumping to Images When you have many images recorded onto a memory card, it is handy to use the five search keys below to jump over images to find the object of your search. Jump Shot Date People Scenery Events Category 1–3 –...

  • Page 102: Viewing Movies

    Use the select a search key and press the • Some search keys only display when there is a corresponding image in the folder. To Cancel the Jump Search Mode Press the MENU button. In Single Playback mode, you can also display the [Jump to] menu by holding down the MENU button.

  • Page 103: Operating The Movie Control Panel

    Play the movie. 1. Use the 2. Press the FUNC./SET button. • The movie will pause if you press the FUNC./SET button during playback. It will resume when you press the button again. • When playback ends, the movie stops at the last frame displayed. •...

  • Page 104: Rotating Images In The Display

    Rotating Images in the Display Images can be rotated clockwise 90° or 270° in the display. Original Select [Rotate]. 1. Press the MENU button. 2. In the menu, use the button to select 3. Press the FUNC./SET button. Rotate the image. 1.

  • Page 105: Playback With Transition Effects

    Playback with Transition Effects You can select the transition effect displayed when switching between images. No transition effect. The displayed image darkens and the next image gradually brightens until it is displayed. Press the button to have the previous image display from the left and the button to have the next image display from the right.

  • Page 106: Automated Playback (Slide Show)

    Automated Playback (Slide Show) Use this feature to automatically play back all of the images in the memory card. The LCD monitor displays each image for approximately 3 seconds. Select [Slide Show]. 1. Press the MENU button. 2. In the menu, use the button to select 3.

  • Page 107: Red-Eye Correction Function

    Red-Eye Correction Function You can correct red eyes in recorded images. Since red eyes may not be automatically detected on some images or may not be corrected as expected, you are recommended to use the [New File] function to save important images under a different name.
  • Page 108 Correct the image. 1. Use the [Start]. 2. Press the FUNC./SET button. Save the image. 1. Use the [New File] or [Overwrite]. 2. Press the FUNC./SET button. • [New File]: Saved as new file with a new name. The uncorrected image is stored.
  • Page 109 When there is not enough space left on the memory card, red-eye correction cannot be performed. Although you can apply red eye correction any number of times to an image, the image quality will gradually deteriorate with each application. Since the correction frame will not appear automatically on images that have already been corrected once with the (Red-Eye Correction) function, use the [Add Frame] option to correct them.
  • Page 110 Add Correction Frame Select [Add Frame]. 1. Use the [Add Frame]. 2. Press the FUNC./SET button. • A green frame will display. Adjust the position of the frame. 1. Use the move the frame. • Press the FUNC./SET button to switch to the Frame Size Change mode and you can change the size of the frame with the...
  • Page 111 Removing Correction Frames Select [Remove Frame]. 1. Use the [Remove Frame]. 2. Press the FUNC./SET button. Adjust the position of the frame. 1. Use the frame to remove. • The selected frame will appear in green. Delete the frame. 1. Press the FUNC./SET button. •...

  • Page 112: Resizing Images

    Resizing Images You can save images at lower recording pixels than the original image. 1600 x 1200 pixels 640 x 480 pixels 320 x 240 pixels Select [Resize]. 1. Press the MENU button. 2. In the menu, use the button to select 3.
  • Page 113 Save the image. 1. Use the [OK]. 2. Press the FUNC./SET button. • The resized image will be saved with a new file name. The original image will remain. Display the saved image. 1. Press the MENU button. 2. Use the [Yes].

  • Page 114: Attaching Sound Memos To Images

    Attaching Sound Memos to Images In Playback mode, you can attach sound memos (up to 1 min.) to an image. The sound data is saved in the WAVE format. Select [Sound Memo]. 1. Press the MENU button. 2. In the menu, use the button to select 3.

  • Page 115: Protecting Images

    Sound Memo Panel Use the button to select an option and press the FUNC./SET button. Exit Ends the operation. Record Starts recording. Pause Stops recording or playback. Play Plays back. Erases. (Select [Erase] in the confirmation screen and Erase press the FUNC./SET button.) You cannot attach sound memos to movies.

  • Page 116: Erasing All Images

    Erasing All Images Erasing all the images on a memory card. Note that erased images cannot be recovered. Exercise adequate caution before erasing an image. Protected images cannot be erased with this function. Select [Erase all]. 1. Press the MENU button. 2.

  • Page 117: Print Settings/Transfer Settings

    Print Settings/Transfer Settings Setting the DPOF Print Settings You can select images on a memory card for printing and specify the number of print copies in advance using the camera. The settings used on the camera comply with the Digital Print Order Format (DPOF) standards.
  • Page 118 Select [Print Settings]. 1. Press the MENU button. 2. Use the menu. 3. Use the [Print Settings]. 4. Press the FUNC./SET button. Accept the setting. 1. Use the [Print Type], [Date], [File No.] or [Clear DPOF data]. 2. Use the option.
  • Page 119 Single Images You can set the number of print copies when the [Print Type] setting (p. 115) is set to [Standard] or [Both]. Select [Select Images & Qty.]. 1. Press the MENU button. 2. Use the menu. 3. Use the [Select Images &...
  • Page 120 All the Images on a Memory Card One copy of every image will be set to print. Select [Select All Images]. 1. Press the MENU button. 2. Use the menu. 3. Use the [Select All Images]. 4. Press the FUNC./SET button. Select [OK].

  • Page 121: Setting The Dpof Transfer Settings

    Setting the DPOF Transfer Settings You can use the camera to specify settings for images before downloading to a computer. Refer to the Software Starter Guide for instructions on how to transfer images to your computer. The settings used on the camera comply with the DPOF standards. icon may display for a memory card with print transfer settings set by a different DPOF-compliant camera.
  • Page 122 All the Images on a Memory Card Select [Transfer Order]. 1. Press the MENU button. 2. In the menu, use the button to select 3. Press the FUNC./SET button. Select [Mark all]. 1. Use the [Mark all] 2. Press the FUNC./SET button. •...

  • Page 123: Configuring The Camera

    Configuring the Camera Setting the Power Saving Function This camera is equipped with a power saving function, which can automatically turn off the power or LCD monitor. When [Auto Power Down] is set to [On], the camera power turns off in the following situations. Pressing the power button restores camera power.

  • Page 124: Formatting Memory Cards

    The power saving function will not activate during a slide show or while the camera is connected to a computer. Formatting Memory Cards 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.

  • Page 125: Resetting The File Number

    Resetting the File Number The images you shoot are automatically assigned file numbers. You can select how the file number is assigned. A number one higher than the last one recorded is assigned to the next image. This is convenient for managing all your images together on a computer because you avoid file name duplication when changing folders or memory cards.* Continuous...
  • Page 126 File and Folder Numbers Recorded images are assigned consecutive file numbers starting with 0001 and ranging up to 9999, while folders are assigned numbers starting with 100 and ranging up to 999. Up to 2000 images can be saved into a single folder. New Folder Created Memory Card 1 Continuous...

  • Page 127: Creating An Image Destination (Folder)

    Creating an Image Destination (Folder) You can create a new folder at any time and the recorded images will be automatically saved to that folder. Create New Creates a new folder the next time you shoot images. To Folder create an additional folder, insert the check mark again. You can also specify a date and time if you wish to create a Auto Create new folder using a shooting time after the specified date...
  • Page 128 Setting the Day or Time for Automatic Folder Creation. Select [Create Folder]. 1. Press the MENU button. 2. Use the menu. 3. Use the [Create Folder]. 4. Press the FUNC./SET button. Accept the setting. 1. Use the [Auto Create] and the to select a creation date.

  • Page 129: Setting The Auto Rotate Function

    Setting the Auto Rotate Function Your camera is equipped with an Intelligent Orientation sensor that detects the orientation of an image shot with the camera held vertically and automatically rotates it to the correct orientation when viewing it in the LCD monitor. Select [Auto Rotate].

  • Page 130: Resetting Settings To Their Default Values

    When the camera is held vertically to shoot, the Intelligent Orientation sensor judges the upper end to be “up” and the lower end to be “down”. It then regulates the optimal white balance, exposure and focus for vertical photography. This function operates regardless of the on/off status of the Auto Rotate function.

  • Page 131: Connecting To A Tv

    Connecting to a TV Shooting/Playback Using a TV You can use the supplied AV cable to shoot or playback images using a TV. Turn off the camera and the TV. Connect the AV cable to the camera’s A/V OUT terminal. •...

  • Page 132: Troubleshooting

    Confirm that the cover is securely closed Reload the batteries in the correct direction 10). Use only unused AA-size alkaline batteries or Canon AA-size NiMH batteries 150). Replace the camera batteries with 2 unused or fully charged batteries 150). Use the AC Adapter Kit ACK800 (sold separately) 156).
  • Page 133 Sounds come from the camera interior. The camera’s horizontal/ vertical orientation was changed. When the power is turned on “Card locked!” message appears. The SD memory card’s or SDHC memory card’s write protect tab is set to “Write protect”. The Date/Time menu appears. The lithium date/time coin battery charge is depleted.
  • Page 134 Display flickers. Display flickers when shot under fluorescent lighting. A bar of light (purplish red) appears on the LCD monitor. Sometimes appears when shooting a bright subject, such as the sun or other light source. appears. A slow shutter speed has likely been selected because of insufficient lighting.
  • Page 135 Format the memory card If reformatting does not work, the memory card logic circuits may be damaged. Consult the nearest Canon Customer Support Help Desk. Slide the write protect tab upward 152). Confirm the procedures in “...
  • Page 136 Subject is out of focal range. Shoot with the subject at the correct The subject is hard to focus Subject in recorded image is too dark. Insufficient light for shooting. Set the flash to The subject is underexposed because the surroundings are too bright.
  • Page 137 Image contains noise. ISO speed is too high. White dots appear on the image. Light from the flash has reflected off dust particles or insects in the air. This is particularly noticeable when shooting using the wide angle. Eyes appear red. Light is reflected back from the eyes when the flash is used in dark areas.
  • Page 138 Continuous shooting slows down. The memory card’s performance has dropped. Recording images to memory card takes a long time. Memory card was formatted in another device. Lens will not retract. Memory card slot/battery cover was opened with power on. To enhance the continuous shooting performance, you are recommended to format the memory card in the camera after you save all its images...
  • Page 139 Shooting movies The recording time may not display properly or shooting may stop unexpectedly. The following types of memory cards are used. - Slow recording memory cards. - Memory cards formatted on a different camera or a computer. - Memory cards which have had images recorded and erased repeatedly.
  • Page 140 Playback Cannot play back. You attempted to play back images shot with another camera or images edited with a computer. File name was changed with a computer or file location was changed. Movies do not play back correctly. Movies recorded with high recording pixels may momentarily stop playing if played on slow reading memory cards.
  • Page 141 Batteries are not the right type. Battery capacity drops due to low ambient temperatures. Battery terminals are dirty. If using Canon AA-size NiMH batteries. As the batteries have not been used for over a year, their recharging capacity has decreased. Battery life has been exceeded.

  • Page 142: List Of Messages

    However, if this error message appears even when using the supplied memory card, contact your Canon Customer Support Help Desk as there may be a problem with the camera. Memory card full...
  • Page 143 Change the batteries Battery charge is insufficient to operate the camera. Replace both batteries immediately with unused AA-size alkaline batteries or fully charged Canon AA-size NiMH batteries. Check the battery handling instructions in the Handling Precautions section No image. No images recorded on memory card.
  • Page 144 Cannot rotate You attempted to rotate the image shot with a different camera or data type, or an image edited with a computer. Incompatible WAVE A sound memo cannot be added to this image since the data type of the existing sound memo is incorrect. In addition, sound cannot be played back.
  • Page 145 Try turning the power back on, and resume shooting or playback. If this message continues to display, contact your Canon Customer Support Help Desk as there may be a problem with the lens.

  • Page 146: Appendix

    Appendix Safety Precautions Before using the camera, please ensure that you read 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.
  • Page 147 Please consult your camera distributor or the closest Canon Customer Support Help Desk. Do not use substances containing alcohol, benzine, thinners or other flammable substances to clean or maintain the equipment.
  • Page 148 Do not place the batteries near a heat source or expose it to direct flame or heat. The batteries should not be immersed in water or sea water. Do not attempt to disassemble, alter or apply heat to the batteries. Avoid dropping or subjecting the batteries to severe impacts that could damage the casing.
  • Page 149 Battery When recharging the Canon AA-size NiMH batteries, use only a specified battery charger. The compact power adapter is designed for exclusive use with this equipment. Do not use it with other products. There is a risk of overheating and distortion which could result in fire or electrical shock.
  • Page 150 Cautions Equipment Be careful not to entangle the camera in other subjects and not to subject the camera to strong impacts or shocks when holding it by the strap. Do not bang or apply force to the lens. Such actions could lead to injury or damage the equipment. Be careful not to allow dust or sand into the camera when using it at a beach or place with strong winds.
  • Page 151 Flash Do not operate the flash with dirt, dust or other items stuck to the surface of the flash. Be careful not to cover the flash with your fingers or clothing when shooting. The flash may be damaged and emit smoke or noise. The resulting heat build-up could damage the flash.

  • Page 152: Handling Precautions

    When using the camera under low temperature conditions or over long periods, you are recommend to use Canon AA-size NiMH batteries (sold separately). Camera operating time may shorten at low temperatures when alkaline batteries are used.
  • Page 153 Battery Do not install the batteries with their terminals ( reversed. Do not mix batteries of different types or from different manufacturers. Before installing the batteries, wipe the battery terminals well with a dry cloth. If the battery terminals are soiled with oil from one’s skin or other dirt, the number of recordable images may be considerably diminished, or the amount of time the camera can be used may be reduced.
  • Page 154 SD memory card or SDHC memory card Write Pro- tect Tab Write Protect Tab Slide the switch up. Writing/Erasing Possible Memory cards are high-precision electronic devices. Do not bend them, apply force to them, or subject them to shocks or vibration.
  • Page 155 • When the camera is malfunctioning, a corrupted memory card might be the cause. Reformatting the memory card may solve the problem. • When a non-Canon brand memory card is malfunctioning, reformatting it may solve the problem. • Memory cards formatted in other cameras, computers, or peripheral devices may not operate correctly in this camera.

  • Page 156: Using The Power Kits (Sold Separately)

    • The charge indicator blinks while charging, then remains lit when charging is finished. The CB-5AH/CB-5AHE battery charger can only be used to charge Canon AA-size NiMH NB-3AH batteries. Do not mix batteries with different purchase dates or different charge states. When recharging batteries, always recharge both of them at the same time.
  • Page 157 Replace them with new batteries. If you are purchasing new batteries, look for Canon AA-size NiMH batteries. Leaving batteries in the camera or charger may result in damage from battery leakage. When not in use, remove the batteries from the camera or charger and store them in a cool, dry location.
  • Page 158 When two batteries are placed on each side of the charger, recharging will take approximately two hours (as determined by testing at Canon facilities). Charge batteries in an environment where the temperature is in the range of 0 to 35°C (32 to 95°F).

  • Page 159: Using An Externally Mounted Flash (Sold Separately)

    Using an Externally Mounted Flash (Sold Separately) High-Power Flash HF-DC1 This flash is used to supplement the camera’s built-in flash when the subject is too far away for proper illumination. Use the following procedures to affix the camera and High-Power Flash to the supporting bracket.
  • Page 160 Before attaching the bracket to the flash, check that the lithium battery (CR123A or DL123) is installed. To illuminate the subjects properly, install the flash so that it is up against the side of the camera and parallel with the camera’s front panel.

  • Page 161: Replacing The Date Battery

    Replacing the Date Battery If the Date/Time menu appears when the camera power is turned on, the date battery charge is low and the date and time settings have been lost. Please purchase a lithium coin battery (CR1220) and replace it as follows. Please note that the first date battery may appear to expire relatively quickly after you purchase the camera.
  • Page 162 Remove the battery holder in the direction of the arrow. Remove the battery by pulling it up in the direction of the arrow. Insert a new battery with the (–) side facing up. Replace the battery holder and close the cover.

  • Page 163: Camera Care And Maintenance

    Never use organic solvents on the camera body or lens. If dirt remains, contact the closest Canon Customer Support Help Desk as listed on the customer support list supplied with your camera.

  • Page 164: Specifications

    Specifications All data is based on Canon’s standard testing methods. Subject to change without notice. PowerShot A470 Camera Effective Pixels Approx. 7.1 million Image Sensor Lens Digital Zoom LCD Monitor AF System Focusing Range Shutter Shutter Speeds Metering System (W): Max. wide angle (T): Max. telephoto 1/2.5-inch type CCD (Total number of pixels:...
  • Page 165 Exposure Compensation ±2 stops in 1/3-stop increments ISO speed (Standard Output Sensitivity, Recommended Exposure Index) White Balance Built-in Flash Built-In Flash Range Shooting Modes (Still Images) (Movies) Standard, Compact Continuous Shooting Self-timer Recording Media File Format Auto* , High ISO Auto* 800/1600 *1 Camera automatically sets the optimal speed according to shooting mode and subject brightness.
  • Page 166 Playback Modes Sound memos: WAVE (monaural) WAVE (monaural)) * This digital camera supports Exif 2.2 (also called “Exif Print”). Exif Print is a standard for enhancing the communication between digital cameras and printers. By connecting to an Exif Print-compliant printer, the camera’s image data at the time of shooting is used...
  • Page 167 Operating Temperatures 0 – 40 °C (32 – 104 °F) Operating Humidity Dimensions (excluding protrusions) Weight (camera body only) PictBridge compliant, Canon Direct Print and Bubble Jet Direct compatible USB (mini-B) Audio/Video output (NTSC or PAL selectable, monaural audio) 2 AA-size alkaline batteries...

  • Page 168: Battery Capacity

    Power is left off for a sufficient amount of time*, then the power is turned back on and the testing procedure is repeated. • A Canon-brand memory card is used. * Until the battery returns to normal temperature Playback: Normal temperature (23°C ±2°C/73°F ±3.6°F), normal relative humidity (50% ±20%), continuous playback at 3...
  • Page 169 Capable of smooth continuous shooting has been formatted with a low level format. • This reflects standard shooting criteria established by Canon. Actual results may vary according to the subject and shooting conditions. : Memory Card included with the camera...

  • Page 170: 32Mb Sdc-128M Sdc-512Msh

    Movie Recording Pixels /Frame Rate 640 x 480 pixels 20 frames/sec. 640 x 480 pixels 20 frames/sec. LP Standard 320 x 240 pixels 30 frames/sec. 160 x 120 pixels 15 frames/sec. Compact Maximum movie clip length at • maximum continuous recording time. : Memory Card included with the camera 32MB SDC-128M...

  • Page 171: 3072 X 2304 Pixels

    Image Data Sizes (Estimated) Recording Pixels 3072 x 2304 pixels 2592 x 1944 pixels 2048 x 1536 pixels 1600 x 1200 pixels 640 x 480 pixels 1600 x 1200 pixels 3072 x 1728 pixels Frame Rate/Recording Pixels 640 x 480 pixels, 20 frames/sec. Standard 640 x 480 pixels, 20 frames/sec.
  • Page 172 MultiMediaCard Interface Dimensions Weight SD Memory Card Interface Dimensions Weight NiMH Battery NB-3AH (Supplied with the separately sold NiMH Battery NB4-300 set or the Battery and Charger Kit CBK4-300) Type Nominal Voltage Typical Capacity Cycle Life Operating Temperatures Dimensions Weight U.S.A.
  • Page 173 Battery Charger CB-5AH/CB-5AHE (Supplied with the separately sold Battery and Charger Kit CBK4-300) Rated Input Rated Output Charging Time Operating Temperatures Dimensions Weight (body only) *1 When charging four NB-3AH batteries *2 When charging two NB-3AH batteries loaded one on each side of the battery charger Compact Power Adapter CA-PS800 (Included with the separately sold AC Adapter Kit ACK800)

  • Page 174: Index

    Index Numerics 3:2 Guide ...91 AC Adapter Kit ACK800 Accessories ... 34 AF Frame ...44, AF-assist Beam ... 47 AF-Point Zoom ...75 AiAF ... 76 Auto Category ...92 Auto Mode ...14 Auto Rotate Function ...127 AV cable ...129 Battery Battery Capacity ...166 Charge Indicator ...44...
  • Page 175 Index Playback ...97 Indicator Infinity ...60 Info Disp. ISO Speed ... 81 Jump (Image Search) ... 99 Language ...13 LCD Monitor ...44, Lens Retract ...50 List of Messages ...140 Long Shutter Mode ...84 Macro ...60 Magnifying Images ...96 Memory Card Estimated Capacities Formatting ...122...
  • Page 176 Shutter Speed ...44 Slide Show ...104 Slow Synchro ... 70 Smooth Continuous Shooting Sound Memo ...112 Spot AE Point Frame ...44, Spot Metering ... 83 Super Macro ... 61 System Map ...32 Telephoto ...54 Transfer Settings (DPOF) Transition Effects ...103 Vertical Shutter Release Video System ...129...
  • Page 177 MEMO...
  • Page 178 • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. The cable with the ferrite core provided with the digital camera must be used with this equipment in order to comply with Class B limits in Subpart B of Part 15 of the FCC rules.
  • Page 179 • While every effort has been made to ensure that the information contained in this guide is accurate and complete, no liability can be accepted for any errors or omissions. • Canon reserves the right to change the specifications of the hardware and software described herein at anytime without prior notice.

  • Page 180: Functions Available In Each Shooting Mode

    Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode Some functions may not be available, depending on the shooting mode. Check the functions available for each shooting mode in the table below. Function Exposure Compensation Long Shutter (p. 84) Auto* ISO Speed High ISO Auto* (p.
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  • Page 182 Function Face Detect AF Frame (p. 76) AiAF (9-points) Center AF-Point Zoom (p. 75) Standard Digital Zoom * (p. 55) Digital Tele-converter Slow Synchro Flash Settings Red-Eye Correction (p. 70) Red-Eye Lamp Evaluative Metering System Center-weighted Avg. (p. 83) Spot AF-assist Beam (p.
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