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Canon Digital IXUS 990 IS User Manual

Canon Digital IXUS 990 IS
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Camera User Guide
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Table of Contents

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Canon Digital IXUS 990 IS Specifications

General IconGeneral
Megapixel12.1 MP
Camera typeCompact camera
Sensor typeCCD
Image sensor size1/2.3 \
Maximum image resolution4000 x 3000 pixels
Digital zoom4 x
Optical zoom5 x
Focal length range6.6 - 33 mm
InterfaceUSB
Digital SLRNo
Built-in flashYes
Camera shutter speed1 - 1/1600 s
Compatible operating systemsWindows XP SP2-3 / Vista Mac OS X v10.4 - 10.5
Focal length (35mm film equivalent)37 - 185 mm
FocusTTL
Focus adjustmentAuto
Closest focusing distance0.02 m
ISO sensitivity80, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, AUTO
Flash modesRed-eye reduction, Slow synchronization
Flash range (wide)0.30 - 3.5 m
Compatible memory cardsmmc, sd
Motion JPEG frame rate30 fps
Maximum video resolution1280 x 720 pixels
Display diagonal3 \
Display resolution (numeric)461000 pixels
Scene modesbeach, Children, Fireworks, Night portrait, party (indoor), Portrait, Sunset
Photo effectsblack&white, Positive film, Sepia
White balanceauto, Cloudy, custom modes, daylight, Fluorescent, Tungsten
Image processorDIGIC 4
Self-timer delay2 s
Playback zoom (max)2 x
Product colorSilver
Battery typeNB-5L
Battery life (CIPA standard)270 shots
Bundled softwareZoomBrowser EX / ImageBrowser
Operating temperature (T-T)0 - 40 °C
Operating relative humidity (H-H)10 - 90 %
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
Depth26.3 mm
Width94.8 mm
Height56.8 mm
Weight160 g

Summary

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Warning Against Copyright Infringement

Warning about using recorded images for personal use and copyright laws.

LCD Monitor

Details about LCD monitor pixel specifications and potential non-performing pixels.

Safety Precautions

General Camera Safety

Covers flash use, disassembly, handling damaged equipment, and cleaning.

Battery and Charger Safety

Covers battery handling, charging, and power cord safety.

Getting Started

Charging the Battery

Step-by-step guide on how to charge the camera battery using the provided charger.

Inserting the Battery and Memory Card

Procedure for correctly inserting the battery and memory card into the camera.

Taking Pictures (AUTO)

How to take photos automatically using the camera's AUTO mode settings.

Viewing Images

Instructions on how to access and navigate through captured images in playback mode.

Transferring Images to a Computer

Process for transferring photos and videos from camera to computer using software.

Learning More

Components Guide

Identifies and explains the various parts and buttons of the camera.

Information Displayed on the Screen

Shooting (Information Display)

Details the shooting information displayed on the screen and its meaning.

MENU Menu – Basic Operations

Changing the Screen Brightness

Methods to adjust the brightness of the LCD monitor.

Returning the Camera to Default Settings

Process for resetting all camera settings to their factory defaults.

Shooting in Special Conditions and Commonly Used Functions

Shooting in Various Conditions

Explains how to use different shooting modes for various scenes like portraits and landscapes.

Using the Self-Timer

Guide on using the self-timer for group photos or including the operator.

Selecting Settings Yourself

Shooting in Program AE

How to use Program AE mode to manually select settings for advanced shooting.

Changing the ISO Speed

Guide to adjusting ISO sensitivity for different lighting conditions.

Adjusting the White Balance

How to set optimal white balance for natural colors under various lighting.

Getting More Out of Your Camera

Changing the AF Frame Mode

How to adjust the autofocus frame mode for better focusing.

Making Dark Subjects Appear Brighter (i-Contrast)

How to automatically compensate for dark subjects.

Correcting the Red-Eye Effect

How to automatically correct red-eye in images.

Using Playback and Other Functions

Quickly Searching Images

Methods for finding images quickly using index display or control dial.

Viewing Slideshows

How to automatically play back images as a slideshow.

Protecting Images

How to prevent important images from being erased.

Customizing the Camera

Changing Shooting Functions

How to adjust specific shooting functions like lens retract time and red-eye reduction.

Changing Playback Functions

How to customize playback behavior like active display and resume settings.

Useful Information

Troubleshooting

Common issues and solutions for camera operation problems.

Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode

Table showing function availability across different shooting modes.

Handling Precautions

Equipment

Precautions for handling the camera equipment to prevent damage or malfunction.

Memory Cards

Precautions for handling memory cards to prevent data corruption or damage.

Specifications

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