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Camera User Guide
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Please read the Read This First section (p. 4).
Please also see the Software Starter Guide and the Direct Print User Guide.
Disclaimer
• 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 any time without prior
notice.
• No part of this guide may be reproduced,
transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval
system, or translated into any language in any
form, by any means, without the prior written
permission of Canon.
• Canon makes no warranties for damages
resulting from corrupted or lost data due to a
mistaken operation or malfunction of the
camera, the software, the CompactFlashTM
cards (CF cards), personal computers,
peripheral devices, or use of non-Canon CF
cards.
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Trademark Acknowledgements
• Canon and PowerShot are trademarks of Canon
Inc..
• CompactFlash is a trademark of SanDisk
Corporation.
• Macintosh, Mac OS and QuickTime are
trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc, registered in
the United States and other countries.
• Microsoft, Windows, and Windows NT are either
registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft
Corporation in the United States and/or other
countries.
• Other names and products not mentioned above
may be registered trademarks or trademarks of
their respective companies.
Use of genuine Canon accessories is
recommended.
This product is designed to achieve excellent
performance when used with genuine Canon
accessories. Canon shall not be liable for any
damage to this product and/or accidents such as
fire, etc., caused by the malfunction of non-
genuine Canon accessories (e.g., a leakage and/
or explosion of a battery pack). Please note that
this warranty does not apply to repairs arising out
of the malfunction of non-genuine Canon
accessories, although you may request such
repairs on a chargeable basis.
Flowchart and Reference Guides
Symbols Used
This Guide
Shooting with the Camera
Software Starter Guide
Installing the Software
This Guide
Connecting the Camera to a Computer
This Guide
Software Starter Guide
Downloading Images to a Computer
Direct Print User Guide
Printer User Guide
Using the Printer and Printing
Icons under title bars show the operations mode.
As in the example below, the mode dial should be
set to
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Using the Flash
Mode Dial
This mark denotes issues that may affect
the camera's operation.
This mark denotes additional topics that
complement the basic operating
procedures.
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Table of Contents
Items marked with are lists or charts that
summarize camera functions or procedures.
Read This First ..................................................4
Please Read ..................................................... 4
Safety Precautions ........................................... 6
Preventing Malfunctions ................................. 11
Components Guide .........................................12
Preparing the Camera .....................................15
Installing the Batteries .................................... 15
Installing a CF Card........................................ 18
Setting the Date/Time..................................... 21
Setting the Language ..................................... 22
Opening the LCD Monitor............................... 24
Using the LCD Monitor ................................... 26
Basic Functions...............................................31
Turning the Power On/Off .............................. 31
Switching between Shooting and Playback.... 32
Shooting – The Basics....................................34
Auto Mode.............................................. 34
Reviewing an Image Right after Shooting ...... 37
Using the Mode Dial (Image Zone) ................ 39
Portrait.................................................. 39
Landscape............................................ 39
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Night Scene ......................................... 39
Fast Shutter ......................................... 39
Slow Shutter......................................... 39
Changing the Resolution and Compression... 41
Using the Flash ......................................... 43
Macro Mode .............................................. 45
Self-timer........................................................ 46
Digital Zoom ................................................... 47
Continuous Shooting...................................... 48
Shooting Panoramic Images (Stitch Assist).... 49
Special Scene Mode ............................... 51
Postcard Print Mode....................................... 54
Movie Mode............................................. 56
Playback – The Basics ................................... 58
Displaying Images Individually (Single Image Playback).. 58
Magnifying Images................................... 58
Viewing Images in Sets of Nine (Index Playback).....59
Jumping Between Images.............................. 60
Viewing/Editing Movies .................................. 60
Erasing ............................................................. 64
Erasing Images Individually ....................... 64
Erasing All Images ......................................... 64
Shooting – Advanced Functions ................... 66
Selecting Menus and Settings........................ 66
Menu Settings and Default Settings ............... 69
Resetting the Settings to Default .................... 75
Using the Mode Dial (Creative Zone) ............. 76
Program AE........................................... 77
Setting the Shutter Speed ..................... 77
Setting the Aperture .............................. 79
Manually Setting the Shutter Speed and Aperture .....80
Select the AF Frame ...................................... 81
Setting an AF Frame Manually ............. 82
Switching between Light Metering Modes ...... 83
Adjusting the Exposure .................................. 85
Adjusting the Tone (White Balance) ............... 86
Changing the ISO Speed ............................... 89
Changing the Photo Effect ............................. 90
Adjusting the Flash Output ............................. 91
Shooting Problem Subjects for the Autofocus ........92
Saving Custom Settings ............................. 94
Setting the Auto Rotate Function ................... 95
Playback – Advanced Functions ...................97
Rotating Images in the Display....................... 97
Attaching Sound Memos to Image ................. 98
Auto Play ........................................................ 99
Protecting Images ........................................ 100
Table of Contents
Various Functions......................................... 101
About Printing............................................... 101
DPOF Print Settings..................................... 103
Image Transmission Settings (DPOF Transfer Order) .. 107
Downloading Images to a Computer............ 108
Computer System Requirements ............. 109
Viewing Images on a TV Set........................ 117
Resetting the File Number ........................... 118
Customizing the Camera (My Camera Settings) ..120
Registering My Camera Settings ................. 121
List of Messages ........................................... 124
Troubleshooting............................................ 126
Appendix........................................................ 132
Using the Power Kits (Sold Separately) ....... 132
Using the Lenses (Sold Separately)............. 135
Camera Care and Maintenance ................... 139
Specifications................................................ 140
Battery Performance .................................... 144
CF Cards and Estimated Capacities (Recordable Images)..145
Photo Tips and Information ......................... 150
INDEX ............................................................. 152
Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode ....159
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Read This First
Please Read
Test Shots
Before you try to photograph important subjects, we highly recommend that you shoot several trial images
to confirm that the camera is operating and being operated correctly. Please note that Canon Inc., its
subsidiaries and affiliates, and its distributors are not liable for any consequential damages arising from
any malfunction of a camera or accessory, including CompactFlashTM cards, that results in the failure of
an image to be recorded or to be recorded in a format that is machine readable.
Warning Against Copyright Infringement
Please note that Canon digital cameras are intended for personal use and should never be used in a
manner that infringes upon or contravenes international or domestic copyright laws and regulations.
Please be advised that in certain cases the copying of images from performances, exhibitions, or
commercial properties by means of a camera or other device may contravene copyright or other legal
rights even if the image was shot for personal use.
Warranty Limitations
This camera's warranty is only effective in the country of sale. If a problem arises while the camera is in
use abroad, please convey it back to the country of sale before proceeding with a warranty claim to a
Canon Customer Support Help Desk.
For Canon Customer Support contacts, please see the Canon Limited Warranty supplied with your
camera.
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Read This First
Camera Body Temperature
If your camera is used for prolonged periods, the camera body may become warm. Please be aware of this
and take care when operating the camera for an extended period.
About the LCD Monitor
The LCD monitor is produced with extremely high-precision manufacturing techniques. More than 99.99%
of the pixels operate to specification. Less than 0.01% of the pixels may occasionally misfire or appear as
red or black dots.
This has no effect on the recorded image and does not constitute a malfunction.
Video Format
Please set the camera's video signal format to the one used in your region before using it with a TV
monitor (p. 118).
Language Setting
Please see page 22 to change the language setting.
Charging the Date/Time Battery
• The camera has a built-in rechargeable lithium battery that maintains the date, time and other camera
settings. This battery recharges when the main batteries are inserted into the camera. When you first
purchase the camera, place fully charged batteries in it or use the AC adapter kit (sold separately) for at
least 4 hours to charge the date/time battery. It will charge even when the camera power is set to Off.
• If the Date/Time menu appears when the camera power is turned on, it means that the date/time battery
charge is depleted. Recharge it as described above.
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Read This First
Safety Precautions
Before using the camera, please ensure that you have read and understood the safety precautions
described below. Always ensure that the camera is operated correctly.
The safety precautions noted on the following pages are intended to instruct you in the safe and correct
operation of the camera and its accessories to prevent injuries or damage to yourself, other persons and
equipment.
In the next few pages, the term “equipment” refers primarily to the camera and its power supply
accessories (see the System Map for power supply accessory details).
WARNINGS
Do not aim the camera directly into the sun or at other intense light sources which could
damage your eyesight.
Do not trigger the flash in close proximity to human or animal eyes. Exposure to the intense light
produced by the flash may damage eyesight. In particular, remain at least one meter (39 inches) away
from infants when using the flash.
Store this equipment out of the reach of children and infants. Accidental damage to the camera or
batteries by a child could result in serious injury. In addition, placement of the strap around a child's
neck could result in asphyxiation.
Do not attempt to disassemble or alter any part of the equipment that is not expressly described
in this guide. Disassembly or alteration may result in high-voltage electrical shock. Internal
inspections, alterations and repairs should be conducted by qualified service personnel authorized by
your camera distributor or a Canon Customer Support Help Desk.
To avoid the risk of high-voltage electrical shock, do not touch the flash portion of the camera if
it has been damaged. Similarly, never touch internal portions of the equipment that become exposed
as a result of damage. There is a risk of high-voltage electrical shock. Please take the first opportunity
to consult your camera distributor or a Canon Customer Support Help Desk.
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