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Canon Digital IXUS 980 IS User Manual

Canon Digital IXUS 980 IS
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Camera User Guide
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Canon Digital IXUS 980 IS Specifications

General IconGeneral
Megapixel14.7 MP
Sensor typeCCD
Image sensor size1/1.7 \
Digital zoom4 x
Optical zoom3.7 x
InterfaceUSB
Digital SLRNo
Video capabilityYes
Camera shutter speed1/60 - 1/1600 s
Focal length (35mm film equivalent)36 - 133 mm
Focus adjustmentAuto
Closest focusing distance0.05 m
ISO sensitivity80, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600
Flash range (wide)0.50 - 4.6 m
Compatible memory cardsmmc, sd
Motion JPEG frame rate30 fps
Video formats supportedMOV
Maximum video resolution640 x 480 pixels
Display diagonal2.5 \
Scene modesbeach, Fireworks, Portrait, Sunset
Photo effectsblack&white, Neutral, Sepia, Vivid
Image processorDIGIC 4
Playback zoom (max)2 x
Product colorSilver
Operating temperature (T-T)0 - 40 °C
Operating relative humidity (H-H)10 - 90 %
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
Depth27.9 mm
Width96.7 mm
Height62.2 mm
Weight160 g

Summary

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Read This First

Test Shots

Initial test shots to ensure correct image recording.

Warning Against Copyright Infringement

Guidelines on personal use of recorded images and copyright laws.

What Do You Want to Do?

Shoot, leaving it to the camera to make settings

Automatic camera settings for shooting.

Shoot various scenes

Guidance on shooting different types of scenes.

Safety Precautions

Warnings

Denotes the possibility of serious injury or death.

Cautions

Denotes the possibility of injury or damage to the equipment.

Getting Started

Attaching the Strap/Holding the Camera

Instructions for attaching the camera strap and proper holding technique.

Charging the Battery

Using the battery and charger effectively

Tips for optimal use and storage of the battery and charger.

Inserting the Battery and Memory Card

Setting the Date and Time

Changing the Date and Time

How to modify the camera's date and time settings.

Taking Pictures

Compose the shot of your subject

Guidance on framing subjects using zoom and face detection.

Focus

Steps for achieving focus before taking a picture.

Viewing Images

Select an image

Methods for navigating through captured images.

Erasing Images

Printing Images

Items to Prepare

Necessary items for connecting and printing.

Shooting Movies

Compose the shot of your subject

Framing subjects for movie recording using zoom.

Focus

Ensuring subjects are in focus before recording.

Downloading Images to a Computer

System Requirements

Specifications for Windows and Macintosh computers.

Components Guide

Mode Dial

Explanation of the camera's mode dial and its settings.

Information Displayed on the Screen

Shooting (Information Display)

Details on icons and data shown during shooting.

Indicators

Meaning of camera status indicators (colors, blinking).

FUNC. Menu – Basic Operations

Changing the Sound Settings

Muting Sounds

How to silence camera button sounds.

Formatting Memory Cards

Power Saving Function (Auto Power Down)

How the camera conserves power by shutting down.

Shooting Special Scenes and Using Common Functions

SCN Shooting Various Scenes

Using Scene Modes (SCN) for specific shooting conditions.

Zooming in More Closely on Subjects (Digital Zoom)

Using digital zoom to magnify subjects beyond optical zoom range.

Changing the AF Frame Mode

Face Detect

Recognizes faces for focus, exposure, and white balance adjustments.

Changing the Metering Mode

Shooting with AE Lock

Locking exposure for consistent shots with the same lighting.

D Setting the Shutter Speed and Aperture Value

Changing the Color and Shooting

Color Accent

Capturing shots with a single chosen color remaining.

You Think There is a Problem

List of Messages That Appear on the Screen

Explanations and solutions for common error messages.

Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode

Menus

Shooting Menu

Lists functions available in the shooting menu across different modes.

Playback Menu

Functions for image playback, organization, and protection.

Handling Precautions

Equipment

Guidelines for handling and maintaining the camera body and lens.

Specifications

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