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Canon DIGITAL IXUS 65 User Manual

Canon DIGITAL IXUS 65
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Camera User Guide
Advanced
DIGITAL CAMERA
Advanced Camera User Guide
Before Using the Camera
Shooting
Playback/Erasing
Print/Transfer Settings
Viewing Images on a TV set
Customizing the Camera
Troubleshooting
List of Messages
This guide explains camera features and procedures in detail.
Appendix
CDI-E230-010 XX06XXX © 2006 CANON INC. PRINTED IN JAPAN
ENGLISH

Table of Contents

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Canon DIGITAL IXUS 65 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Image Sensor1/2.5-inch CCD
Optical Zoom3x
Digital Zoom4x
ISO Range80-800
Video Resolution640 x 480
BrandCanon
ModelDIGITAL IXUS 65
TypeDigital Camera
Effective Pixels6.0 MP
Storage MediaSD/SDHC
BatteryNB-4L

Summary

Conventions Used in this Guide

Before Using the Camera—The Components Guide

Front View

Identifies and describes the camera's physical parts and their functions.

Back View

Identifies and describes the camera's physical parts from the back.

Operation Panel

Details the buttons and controls on the camera's operation panel.

Before Using the Camera—Basic Operations

Touch Control Dial

Explains the touch control dial functionality and usage.

Using the Clock

Guides on how to display the camera's current date and time.

Using the LCD Monitor

LCD Monitor Brightness

Night Display

Describes the auto-brightening feature for low-light conditions.

Information Displayed on the LCD Monitor

Indicator

Power Saving Function

Setting the World Clock

Menus and Settings

FUNC. Menu

Introduces the menu for common shooting functions.

Rec., Play, Print, Set up and My Camera Menus

Describes other types of menus for camera configuration.

Menu List

FUNC. Menu

Lists the items available within the FUNC. menu.

Rec. Menu

Lists the items available within the Rec. menu.

Set up Menu

Resetting Settings to Their Default Values

Formatting Memory Cards

Low Level Format

Explains the process for performing a low-level format on memory cards.

Shooting

Changing the Recording Pixels and Compression (Still Images)

How to adjust image resolution and compression levels for still photos.

Magnified Close-Up Shooting (Digital Macro)

Instructions for shooting close-up subjects using the macro function.

Using the Digital Zoom

How to utilize the camera's digital zoom for closer shots.

Continuous Shooting

Explains how to take rapid sequences of photos.

Postcard Date Imprint Mode

How to imprint dates on images for postcard printing.

Using the Self-Timer

Guides on using the self-timer for delayed shots.

Movie Shooting

Instructions for recording video clips with various modes.

Shooting Panoramic Images (Stitch Assist)

How to capture images for creating panoramic photos.

Switching between Focusing Modes

Explains how to select between different autofocus methods.

Shooting Hard-to-Focus Subjects (Focus Lock, AF Lock)

Techniques for focusing on difficult subjects using lock functions.

Locking the Exposure Setting (AE Lock)

How to lock the camera's exposure settings for consistent results.

Locking the Flash Exposure Setting (FE Lock)

How to lock the flash exposure for optimal lighting.

Switching between Metering Modes

How to change the camera's light metering methods.

Adjusting the Exposure Compensation

How to fine-tune exposure for brighter or darker images.

Shooting in Long Shutter Mode

Instructions for using slow shutter speeds for creative effects.

Adjusting the Tone (White Balance)

How to set the correct white balance for accurate colors.

Shooting in a My Colors Mode

Explains how to apply color effects during shooting.

Changing Colors

How to modify colors using Accent and Swap functions.

Adjusting the ISO Speed

How to change the camera's sensitivity to light.

Setting the Auto Rotate Function

How to enable automatic image rotation based on camera orientation.

Checking for Focus Right After Shooting

How to verify image focus immediately after capture.

Creating an Image Destination (Folder)

How to create and manage folders for organizing images.

Resetting the File Number

How to reset image file numbering sequences.

Playback/Erasing

Magnifying Images

How to zoom in and view details of recorded images.

Viewing Images in Sets of Nine (Index Playback)

How to view multiple images simultaneously in a grid.

Jumping to Images

Methods for quickly navigating through recorded images.

Viewing Movies

How to play back recorded movie clips.

Editing Movies

How to trim or cut portions of recorded movies.

Rotating Images in the Display

How to rotate images 90° or 270° for correct viewing.

Playback with Transition Effects

How to apply visual effects when switching between images.

Adding Effects with the My Colors Function

How to apply color effects to existing images during playback.

Attaching Sound Memos to Images

How to record and attach audio notes to still images.

Automated Playback (Slide Shows)

How to set up automatic playback of images as a slideshow.

Protecting Images

How to safeguard important images from accidental deletion.

Erasing All Images

How to delete all images from the memory card.

Print Settings/Transfer Settings

Setting the DPOF Print Settings

How to select images for printing and specify copy quantities.

All the Images on a Memory Card

How to select all images on the memory card for printing.

Setting the Print Style

How to configure print options like date, file number, and format.

Setting the DPOF Transfer Settings

How to specify image transfer order to a computer.

Viewing Images on a TV set

Customizing the Camera (My Camera Settings)

Changing My Camera Settings

How to customize start-up images, sounds, and other settings.

Registering My Camera Settings

How to save custom camera settings or upload them from a computer.

Troubleshooting

Camera

Solutions for common camera operational issues.

LCD monitor

Explains display anomalies and troubleshooting steps.

Shooting

Solutions for problems encountered during image capture.

Image is blurred or out of focus

Troubleshooting steps for blurry or unfocused images.

Subject in recorded image is too dark

Reasons and solutions for underexposed images.

Subject in recorded image is too bright, or image flashes white

Troubleshooting for overexposed images or flash issues.

Image contains noise

Explains image noise and how ISO affects it.

White dots appear on the image

Explains phenomena causing white dots in images.

Eyes appear red

Solutions for red-eye effect in photos.

Continuous shooting slows down

Reasons and solutions for slow continuous shooting.

Recording images to memory card takes a long time

Troubleshooting slow image recording to memory cards.

Lens will not retract

What to do if the camera lens fails to retract.

Shooting Movies

Troubleshooting issues related to movie recording.

Playback

Solutions for problems encountered during image playback.

Battery/Battery Charger

Troubleshooting battery and charger related issues.

TV monitor output

Solutions for issues with TV output.

Printing on Direct Print Compatible Printers

Troubleshooting problems with direct printing.

List of Messages

Appendix

Battery Handling

Precautions and guidelines for handling camera batteries.

Charging the Battery

Instructions on how to properly charge the camera battery.

Handling the Memory Card

Guidelines and cautions for handling memory cards.

Formatting

Explains the process of formatting memory cards.

Using an AC Adapter Kit (Sold Separately)

How to connect and use the optional AC adapter.

Using an Externally Mounted Flash (Sold Separately)

Instructions for attaching and using an external flash unit.

Camera Care and Maintenance

How to clean and maintain the camera body, lens, and monitor.

Specifications

Technical details and specifications of the camera.

Memory Cards and Estimated Capacities

Information on memory card compatibility and storage capacities.

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