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Table of Contents

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Summary

Checking the Package Contents

Using the PDF Manuals

Details how to access and use the included PDF manuals from the CD-ROM for further guidance.

Read This First

Important Warnings and Notes

Covers test shots, copyright, warranty, LCD details, and camera body temperature warnings.

Getting Started

Attaching the Strap;Holding the Camera

Provides instructions on how to attach the camera strap and hold the camera securely for shooting.

Charging the Battery

Number of Possible Shots

Provides information on the approximate number of shots and playback time based on CIPA standards.

Battery Charge Indicator

Explains the icons and messages displayed on the screen to indicate the battery's charge state.

Using the battery and charger effectively

Offers tips on effectively using the battery and charger for optimal performance and longevity.

Compatible Memory Cards

Inserting the Battery and Memory Card

Guides on inserting the battery and memory card into the camera for operation.

Setting the Date and Time

Formatting Memory Cards

Pressing the Shutter Button

Taking Pictures (Smart Auto)

Does the length of the shutter sound change?

Explains that the shutter sound length can vary depending on the scene and shooting conditions.

Viewing Images

What if an icon appears in the upper right of the screen?

Explains that scene icons appear to indicate the camera's determined scene for optimal settings.

Choosing the subject to focus on (Tracking AF)

Guides users on how to select a subject for focus and maintain it using Servo AF for shooting.

Erasing Images

Shooting Movies

Shooting Time

Provides an overview of shooting times for movies based on memory card capacity and default settings.

Viewing Movies

Transferring Images to a Computer

System Requirements

Lists the minimum hardware and software requirements for transferring images to a computer.

Install the Software

Details the steps for installing the camera software from the included CD-ROM on both Windows and Macintosh systems.

Connect the camera to the computer

Explains how to connect the camera to the computer using the interface cable for image transfer.

Open CameraWindow

Guides users on how to launch the CameraWindow application on Windows and Macintosh for image transfer.

Accessories

Supplied with Camera

Lists the accessories that are included with the camera package.

Separately Sold Accessories

Power Supplies

Details separately sold power accessories, including battery chargers and AC adapter kits.

Learning More

Components Guide

Mode Switch

Explains how to use the mode switch to select different shooting modes for varied photographic scenarios.

Screen Display

Switching the Display

Details how to change the screen display during shooting and playback to show different information levels.

Indicator

Screen Display in Dark Shooting Conditions

Explains the automatic brightening of the display in dark conditions and potential screen noise.

Histogram during Playback

Explains that the histogram graph in detailed display shows brightness distribution to help judge exposure.

FUNC. Menu - Basic Operations

MENU - Basic Operations

Changing the Sound Settings

Muting Sounds

Guides users on how to silence or adjust camera operation sounds, including a shortcut method.

Adjusting the Screen Brightness

Using the Menu

Details how to adjust screen brightness using the camera's menu system for optimal viewing comfort.

Using the Button

Explains how to use a dedicated button to quickly adjust screen brightness to maximum, regardless of the menu setting.

Returning the Camera to Default Settings

Power Saving Function (Auto Power Down)

Clock Functions

Details how to check the current time by pressing and holding a specific button, with options for display color and orientation.

Shooting with Commonly Used Functions

Turning the Flash Off

Zooming in More Closely (Digital Zoom)

Turning off the digital zoom

Explains how to disable the digital zoom function through the camera's menu settings to maintain image quality.

Digital Tele-Converter

Inserting the Date and Time

Using the Self-Timer

Customizing the Self-Timer

Details how to adjust the self-timer delay (0-30 seconds) and the number of shots (1-10) for personalized shooting.

Changing Recording Pixel Setting (Image Size)

Changing Compression Ratio (Image Quality)

Adding Effects and Shooting in Various Conditions

Shooting in Various Conditions

Take portraits (Portrait)

Explains how the Portrait mode creates a soft effect, ideal for capturing people's images.

Take shots of kids and pets (Kids&Pets)

Describes the Kids&Pets mode designed to capture moving subjects like children and pets without missing opportunities.

Shooting in Various Conditions

Take nightscapes (Handheld NightScene)

Details how to take city nightscapes by combining continuous shots to reduce shake and noise without a tripod.

Take shots in low light (Low Light)

Explains how the Low Light mode helps reduce camera shake and subject blur when shooting in dark environments.

Take shots at the beach (Beach)

Guides on capturing brightly lit people on sandy beaches, compensating for strong reflected sunlight.

Shoot underwater (Underwater)

Covers shooting aquatic life and underwater scenery, recommending the use of a waterproof case.

Take shots of foliage (Foliage)

Explains how to shoot trees and leaves in vivid colors, capturing new growth, autumn leaves, or blossoms.

Making Short Movies Automatically (Movie Digest)

Viewing movies made with Movie Digest

Explains how to view movies created with the Movie Digest function, noting battery consumption and image quality limitations.

Adding Effects and Shooting

Shoot images with vivid colors (Super Vivid)

Details how to shoot images with vivid and intense colors using the Super Vivid effect.

Take posterized shots (Poster Effect)

Explains how to create posterized shots that resemble old posters or illustrations.

Shoot with Fish-Eye Lens Effects (Fish-eye Effect)

Take Shots Like a Miniature Model (Miniature Effect)

Changing the Color and Shooting

Color Accent

Guides on retaining a single color in an image while converting the rest to black and white for a unique composition.

Changing the Color and Shooting

Color Swap

Explains how to swap one color in an image for another during recording, allowing for creative color manipulation.

Changing the Color and Shooting

Shooting in Monochrome

Details how to shoot images in black and white, sepia, or blue and white tones for artistic effects.

Shoot with Toy Camera Effects (Toy Camera Effect)

Detecting Face and Shooting (Smart Shutter)

Detecting a Smile and Shooting

Explains how the camera automatically shoots when it detects a smile, even without pressing the shutter button.

Detecting Face and Shooting (Smart Shutter)

Using the Wink Self-Timer

Details how the camera shoots approximately two seconds after detecting a wink, useful for group photos with the photographer.

Detecting Face and Shooting (Smart Shutter)

Using the Face Self-Timer

Explains how the camera detects a new face and automatically shoots, facilitating group photos where the photographer is included.

Shooting Long Exposures

High-Speed Continuous Shooting (High-speed Burst)

Images Displayed During Playback

Explains that continuous shooting sets group images together, showing only the first image in the group with an indicator.

Capturing Best Facial Expressions (Best Image Selection)

Shooting Stitch Assist Images

Choosing Settings Yourself

Shooting in Program AE

What if the shutter speed and aperture value appear in orange?

Provides troubleshooting steps for obtaining correct exposure when shutter speed and aperture values appear in orange.

Adjusting Brightness (Exposure Compensation)

Turning the Flash On

Adjusting the White Balance

Custom White Balance

Guides on manually setting white balance by matching the light source of the actual shooting scene for accurate color reproduction.

Adjusting the White Balance

Manually Correcting White Balance

Explains how to manually adjust white balance for color compensating filter effects, using blue (B) and amber (A) settings.

Changing the ISO Speed

Changing the ISO speed

Discusses the effects of lowering ISO for sharper images versus raising it for faster shutter speeds, noting potential image coarseness.

Correcting Brightness (i-Contrast)

What if the image wasn’t corrected by the [Auto] option as well as you would like?

Suggests choosing manual i-Contrast levels (Low, Medium, High) for more control over brightness and contrast adjustments.

Changing the Aspect Ratio

Continuous Shooting

Changing Image Tone (My Colors)

Custom Color

Explains how to fine-tune contrast, sharpness, and color saturation for five different levels, offering personalized image tones.

Changing Image Tone (My Colors)

Custom Color

Details how to adjust specific color parameters like red, green, blue, and skin tones at five distinct levels for customized image appearance.

Shooting Close-ups (Macro)

How can I take better close-ups?

Recommends using a tripod and shooting in a specific mode to prevent blur and ensure focus in macro photography.

Shooting Far Away Subjects (Infinity)

Changing AF Frame Mode

Face AiAF

Explains Face AiAF's function in detecting faces for automatic focus, exposure, and white balance adjustments.

Changing AF Frame Mode

Tracking AF

Introduces Tracking AF for selecting and focusing on a specific subject, ensuring it stays in focus even when moving.

Center

Describes the Center AF frame mode, which locks focus on the center of the image, ideal for specific point focusing.

Focus Lock

Explains Focus Lock, allowing users to recompose the shot after locking focus by keeping the shutter button half-pressed.

Choosing Subject to Focus On (Tracking AF)

Magnifying the Focal Point

Shooting with AF Lock

Shooting with Servo AF

Changing Metering Method

Shooting with AE Lock

Shooting with FE Lock

Shooting with Slow Synchro

Red-Eye Correction

Checking for Shut Eyes

Shooting Using TV as Display

Using Various Functions for Shooting Movies

Shooting Various Kinds of Movies

Other Shooting Modes

Lists additional shooting modes available for recording various types of movies, such as Super Slow Motion.

Shoot Movies Like a Miniature Model (Miniature Effect)

Shooting Super Slow Motion Movies

Shooting Super Slow Motion Movies

Frame Rates and Playback Times (for 30 Sec. Clips)

Provides a table showing frame rates and estimated playback times for super slow motion movies.

Viewing super slow motion movies

Explains how to view super slow motion movies and use software to adjust playback speed.

Changing Image Quality

Image Quality and Shooting Time per Memory Card

Presents a table detailing image quality settings, recording pixels, frame rates, and estimated shooting times for different memory card capacities.

Other Shooting Functions

Editing

Using Various Playback and Editing Functions

Quickly Searching Images

Searching Images Using Index Display

Explains how to use the index display to view multiple images simultaneously for quick searching and selection.

Searching Images by Scrolling

Describes how to scroll through images in a line and jump by shooting date for efficient searching.

Quickly Searching Images

Viewing Movies Made with Movie Digest

Guides on selecting and viewing movies created with the Movie Digest function by date.

Viewing Images in Filtered Playback

Search filters

Lists available search filters such as Favorites, Shot Date, My Category, and Still image/Movie for displaying specific images.

Viewing Images in Filtered Playback

Filtered playback

Describes how filtered playback allows viewing and processing of selected images, noting that changing categories or editing cancels the filtered view.

Viewing Slideshows

Viewing Slideshows

Changing Settings

Explains how to customize slideshow settings, including repeat playback, transition effects, and display time per image.

Checking the Focus

Magnifying Images

Viewing Each Image in a Group

Group playback

Details how to view images from High-speed Burst shots individually, and how to process all grouped images at once.

Viewing Each Image in a Group

Ungrouping Images

Guides on how to ungroup images taken in High-speed Burst mode to view and manage them individually.

Displaying Various Images (Smart Shuffle)

Changing Image Transitions

Viewing Images on a TV

Viewing Images on a Standard TV

Explains how to connect the camera to a standard TV using the AV cable to view images and troubleshoot display issues.

What if the images don’t display correctly on the TV?

Advises on checking and switching the camera's video output setting (NTSC/PAL) to match the TV system for correct display.

Viewing Images on a TV

Viewing Images on a High-Definition TV

Details connecting the camera to an HD TV via an HDMI cable for viewing images.

Viewing Images on a TV

Using a TV Remote to Control the Camera

Explains how to control camera playback and image viewing on compatible TVs using the TV's remote control via HDMI CEC.

Protecting Images

Protect the image.

Guides on how to protect individual images from accidental erasure by applying a protection setting.

Using the Menu

Explains how to access the Protect function via the menu to select images or a range for protection.

Protecting Images

Choosing Images Individually

Details the process of selecting and protecting individual images one by one, with confirmation steps.

Protecting Images

Select Range

Explains how to protect a range of images by selecting a starting and ending image.

Protecting Images

Protect images.

Describes the final step of applying the protection setting to selected images or all images.

Choose All Images

Guides on selecting all images for protection at once, simplifying the process for batch protection.

Erasing All Images

Choosing Images Individually

Details the process for selecting and erasing individual images from the camera.

Erasing All Images

Select Range

Details how to select a range of images to erase, allowing for batch deletion of specific image sequences.

Choose All Images

Guides on selecting all images on the memory card for erasure, providing a quick way to clear the card.

Tagging Images as Favorites

Using the Menu

Guides on accessing the Favorites function through the camera's menu to tag or untag images.

Tagging Images as Favorites

Complete the setting.

Explains how to complete the favorite tagging process, ensuring images are marked correctly.

Organizing Images by Category (My Category)

Choose a category.

Guides on selecting a category for images, allowing users to organize their photos based on shooting conditions or detected subjects.

Organizing Images by Category (My Category)

Choosing Images Individually

Guides on selecting individual images and assigning them to specific categories for better organization.

Organizing Images by Category (My Category)

Select Range

Guides on selecting a range of images to categorize, allowing for efficient batch organization of photos.

Rotating Images

Resizing Images

Trimming

Adding Effects with My Colors Function

Correcting Brightness (i-Contrast)

What if the image wasn’t corrected by the [Auto] option as well as you would like?

Suggests using manual i-Contrast levels (Low, Medium, High) for more control over brightness and contrast adjustments.

Correcting Red-Eye Effect

Printing

Canon-Brand PictBridge Compliant Printers

Introduces PictBridge compliant printers and notes that this chapter uses SELPHY CP series printers for examples.

Printing Images

Easy Print

Explains how to easily print images by connecting the camera to a PictBridge compliant printer using the supplied interface cable.

Printing Images

Making Print Settings

Guides on choosing print settings such as date, file number, print type, and image optimization options.

Printing Images

Trimming and Printing (Trimming)

Explains how to trim a portion of an image for printing and adjust the frame size and position.

Printing Images

Choosing Paper Size and Layout for Printing

Guides on selecting paper size, paper type, and print layout options like Bordered, Borderless, N-up, and ID Photo.

Printing Images

Printing ID Photos

Details how to print ID photos, specifying the required image resolution, aspect ratio, and length/width settings.

Printing Images

Printing Movies

Explains how to print movies as still images or sequences, noting limitations for certain printer models.

Choosing Images for Printing (DPOF)

Adding Images to Print List with FUNC. Menu

Guides on adding images to a print list (DPOF) directly after shooting or during playback for efficient printing.

Choosing Images for Printing (DPOF)

Print Settings

Explains how to set print types, dates, and file numbers that apply to all images chosen for printing.

Choosing Images for Printing (DPOF)

Choosing the Number of Copies

Details how to select individual images and specify the number of copies for printing, including limitations for index prints.

Choosing Images for Printing (DPOF)

Select Range

Guides on selecting a range of images for printing, specifying the starting and ending images in the sequence.

Set All Images to Print Once

Explains how to select all images at once for printing, simplifying the process for batch printing.

Choosing Images for Printing (DPOF)

Printing chosen images (DPOF)

Explains how to print images added to the print list (DPOF) by connecting to a PictBridge printer and selecting "Print now".

Customizing Camera Settings

Changing Camera Settings

Changing Sounds

Details how to customize camera operation sounds, including mute options and selecting preset sounds.

Turning Off Hints & Tips

Explains how to disable the function description hints and tips that appear in the FUNC. menu or main MENU.

Changing Camera Settings

Low Level Memory Card Formatting

Guides on performing low-level formatting for memory cards when the camera malfunctions or shows errors, noting data erasure.

Changing Camera Settings

Changing the Start-up Screen

Explains how to change the startup screen that appears when the camera is turned on, with options for preset images or recorded images.

Registering Recorded Images as Start-up Screen

Details the process of registering a chosen image as the custom startup screen for the camera.

Changing Camera Settings

Changing the File Number Assignment

Explains how to change file numbering settings between Continuous and Auto Reset for organizing image files.

Changing Camera Settings

Creating Folders by Shooting Date

Guides on creating folders based on shooting date, in addition to the default monthly folders, for better image organization.

Changing the Lens Retract Time

Explains how to adjust the time it takes for the lens to retract after shooting, allowing for immediate retraction if desired.

Turning Off Power Saving Function

Advises on how to disable the automatic power-off feature to save battery power, recommending turning off the camera manually.

Changing Camera Settings

Setting the Screen Shut-Off Time

Explains how to adjust the duration before the camera screen automatically turns off to save battery power.

Using the World Clock

Describes how to set the camera's time zone to record images with local dates and times when traveling abroad.

Changing Camera Settings

Set the world time zone.

Guides on setting the world time zone and daylight saving time, ensuring accurate date/time recording for travel.

Changing Shooting Function Settings

Turning Off AF Assist Beam

Explains how to disable the AF assist beam, which aids focusing in low light conditions, to save battery or for specific shooting scenarios.

Turning Off Red-Eye Reduction Function

Guides on disabling the red-eye reduction function, which uses a lamp to reduce red-eye effects during flash shooting.

Changing Shooting Function Settings

Changing Image Display Time Right After Shooting

Details how to adjust the duration for which images are displayed on the screen immediately after taking a shot.

Changing Image Display Method Right After Shooting

Explains how to change the display format of images after shooting, choosing between basic image display or detailed information.

Displaying Grid Lines

Guides on enabling grid lines on the screen to assist with vertical and horizontal composition while shooting.

Changing Shooting Function Settings

Changing IS-Mode Settings

Explains the different Image Stabilization (IS) modes: Continuous, Shoot Only, Panning, and Off, for reducing camera shake.

Changing Playback Function Settings

Choosing Image Displayed First in Playback

Allows users to select whether playback starts with the last viewed image or the most recently shot image.

Turning Off Auto Rotate Function

Explains how to disable the auto-rotate function that automatically rotates vertical images for correct viewing.

Useful Information

Using Household Power

Using an Eye-Fi Card

Checking Connection Information

Guides on checking the Eye-Fi card's connection status and access point SSID through the camera's menu.

Disabling Eye-Fi Transfer

Explains how to disable Eye-Fi transfer through the camera settings to prevent wireless transmission.

Troubleshooting

Power Issues

Covers issues related to the power button not working and battery consumption, offering solutions and checks.

Lens Retraction Problems

Addresses the issue of the lens not retracting, providing steps to resolve it by managing the memory card cover and power.

TV Output Issues

Briefly mentions issues with distorted or missing images on TV output, referring to a specific page for details.

Shooting Problems

Lists common shooting problems like "Cannot shoot," screen display issues, and flashing symbols, offering solutions.

Troubleshooting

Focusing and Exposure Issues

Covers problems with AF frame, dark/bright subjects, flash issues, and image graininess.

Image Quality and Red-Eye Problems

Addresses image graininess, red-eye, and slow recording, suggesting solutions like ISO adjustment and card formatting.

Troubleshooting

Movie Shooting Problems

Covers issues with movie recording time, automatic stops, and distorted subjects, suggesting card speed and quality adjustments.

Playback Issues

Addresses problems with playing back images or movies, including file structure changes and potential interruptions.

Computer Transfer Issues

Discusses issues with transferring images to a computer, recommending transfer speed reduction as a solution.

Eye-Fi Card Issues

Points to potential problems with image transfer using an Eye-Fi card, referring to relevant sections for resolution.

List of Messages That Appear on the Screen

Memory Card Errors

Explains common memory card messages like "No memory card," "Memory card locked," and "Memory card error," with solutions.

Recording and Storage Issues

Covers messages related to "Cannot record!" and "Insufficient space on card," advising on memory card installation and space management.

Image Display and Compatibility Issues

Explains messages like "No Image," "Protected!," and "Unidentified Image," relating to image display and compatibility problems.

Function Incompatibility Messages

Lists error messages indicating incompatibility with specific functions like magnification, rotation, or editing.

List of Messages That Appear on the Screen

Selection and Limit Errors

Explains error messages related to invalid selection ranges and exceeding limits for operations like printing or protection.

Communication and Naming Errors

Covers communication errors during transfer/printing and naming errors due to file conflicts or maximum file number limits.

Hardware and Print Errors

Addresses hardware-specific errors like "Lens Error" and "A camera error," as well as "File Error" and "Print error," with troubleshooting advice.

Information Displayed on the Screen

Shooting (Information Display)

Provides a detailed diagram and explanation of the shooting information display, including battery, mode, and exposure settings.

Information Displayed on the Screen

Scene Icons

Explains the various scene icons used in AUTO mode to represent different shooting conditions and camera adjustments.

Information Displayed on the Screen

Playback (Detailed Information Display)

Details the information displayed in playback mode, including image properties, histogram, and file details.

Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode

Menus

Shooting Menu

Lists shooting functions and their availability across different shooting modes, providing a reference for feature usage.

Menus

Set up Menu

Outlines the options available in the Set Up Menu for customizing camera settings like sound, language, and power saving.

Menus

Playback Menu

Lists functions for managing images in playback mode, including erase, protect, rotate, and categorize.

Print Menu

Details options for printing images, such as selecting images, paper settings, and print styles.

Menus

Playback Mode FUNC. Menu

Lists functions accessible via the Playback Mode FUNC. Menu, covering rotate, print settings, protect, and slideshow options.

Handling Precautions

Specifications

Disclaimer

Summary

Checking the Package Contents

Using the PDF Manuals

Details how to access and use the included PDF manuals from the CD-ROM for further guidance.

Read This First

Important Warnings and Notes

Covers test shots, copyright, warranty, LCD details, and camera body temperature warnings.

Getting Started

Attaching the Strap;Holding the Camera

Provides instructions on how to attach the camera strap and hold the camera securely for shooting.

Charging the Battery

Number of Possible Shots

Provides information on the approximate number of shots and playback time based on CIPA standards.

Battery Charge Indicator

Explains the icons and messages displayed on the screen to indicate the battery's charge state.

Using the battery and charger effectively

Offers tips on effectively using the battery and charger for optimal performance and longevity.

Compatible Memory Cards

Inserting the Battery and Memory Card

Guides on inserting the battery and memory card into the camera for operation.

Setting the Date and Time

Formatting Memory Cards

Pressing the Shutter Button

Taking Pictures (Smart Auto)

Does the length of the shutter sound change?

Explains that the shutter sound length can vary depending on the scene and shooting conditions.

Viewing Images

What if an icon appears in the upper right of the screen?

Explains that scene icons appear to indicate the camera's determined scene for optimal settings.

Choosing the subject to focus on (Tracking AF)

Guides users on how to select a subject for focus and maintain it using Servo AF for shooting.

Erasing Images

Shooting Movies

Shooting Time

Provides an overview of shooting times for movies based on memory card capacity and default settings.

Viewing Movies

Transferring Images to a Computer

System Requirements

Lists the minimum hardware and software requirements for transferring images to a computer.

Install the Software

Details the steps for installing the camera software from the included CD-ROM on both Windows and Macintosh systems.

Connect the camera to the computer

Explains how to connect the camera to the computer using the interface cable for image transfer.

Open CameraWindow

Guides users on how to launch the CameraWindow application on Windows and Macintosh for image transfer.

Accessories

Supplied with Camera

Lists the accessories that are included with the camera package.

Separately Sold Accessories

Power Supplies

Details separately sold power accessories, including battery chargers and AC adapter kits.

Learning More

Components Guide

Mode Switch

Explains how to use the mode switch to select different shooting modes for varied photographic scenarios.

Screen Display

Switching the Display

Details how to change the screen display during shooting and playback to show different information levels.

Indicator

Screen Display in Dark Shooting Conditions

Explains the automatic brightening of the display in dark conditions and potential screen noise.

Histogram during Playback

Explains that the histogram graph in detailed display shows brightness distribution to help judge exposure.

FUNC. Menu - Basic Operations

MENU - Basic Operations

Changing the Sound Settings

Muting Sounds

Guides users on how to silence or adjust camera operation sounds, including a shortcut method.

Adjusting the Screen Brightness

Using the Menu

Details how to adjust screen brightness using the camera's menu system for optimal viewing comfort.

Using the Button

Explains how to use a dedicated button to quickly adjust screen brightness to maximum, regardless of the menu setting.

Returning the Camera to Default Settings

Power Saving Function (Auto Power Down)

Clock Functions

Details how to check the current time by pressing and holding a specific button, with options for display color and orientation.

Shooting with Commonly Used Functions

Turning the Flash Off

Zooming in More Closely (Digital Zoom)

Turning off the digital zoom

Explains how to disable the digital zoom function through the camera's menu settings to maintain image quality.

Digital Tele-Converter

Inserting the Date and Time

Using the Self-Timer

Customizing the Self-Timer

Details how to adjust the self-timer delay (0-30 seconds) and the number of shots (1-10) for personalized shooting.

Changing Recording Pixel Setting (Image Size)

Changing Compression Ratio (Image Quality)

Adding Effects and Shooting in Various Conditions

Shooting in Various Conditions

Take portraits (Portrait)

Explains how the Portrait mode creates a soft effect, ideal for capturing people's images.

Take shots of kids and pets (Kids&Pets)

Describes the Kids&Pets mode designed to capture moving subjects like children and pets without missing opportunities.

Shooting in Various Conditions

Take nightscapes (Handheld NightScene)

Details how to take city nightscapes by combining continuous shots to reduce shake and noise without a tripod.

Take shots in low light (Low Light)

Explains how the Low Light mode helps reduce camera shake and subject blur when shooting in dark environments.

Take shots at the beach (Beach)

Guides on capturing brightly lit people on sandy beaches, compensating for strong reflected sunlight.

Shoot underwater (Underwater)

Covers shooting aquatic life and underwater scenery, recommending the use of a waterproof case.

Take shots of foliage (Foliage)

Explains how to shoot trees and leaves in vivid colors, capturing new growth, autumn leaves, or blossoms.

Making Short Movies Automatically (Movie Digest)

Viewing movies made with Movie Digest

Explains how to view movies created with the Movie Digest function, noting battery consumption and image quality limitations.

Adding Effects and Shooting

Shoot images with vivid colors (Super Vivid)

Details how to shoot images with vivid and intense colors using the Super Vivid effect.

Take posterized shots (Poster Effect)

Explains how to create posterized shots that resemble old posters or illustrations.

Shoot with Fish-Eye Lens Effects (Fish-eye Effect)

Take Shots Like a Miniature Model (Miniature Effect)

Changing the Color and Shooting

Color Accent

Guides on retaining a single color in an image while converting the rest to black and white for a unique composition.

Changing the Color and Shooting

Color Swap

Explains how to swap one color in an image for another during recording, allowing for creative color manipulation.

Changing the Color and Shooting

Shooting in Monochrome

Details how to shoot images in black and white, sepia, or blue and white tones for artistic effects.

Shoot with Toy Camera Effects (Toy Camera Effect)

Detecting Face and Shooting (Smart Shutter)

Detecting a Smile and Shooting

Explains how the camera automatically shoots when it detects a smile, even without pressing the shutter button.

Detecting Face and Shooting (Smart Shutter)

Using the Wink Self-Timer

Details how the camera shoots approximately two seconds after detecting a wink, useful for group photos with the photographer.

Detecting Face and Shooting (Smart Shutter)

Using the Face Self-Timer

Explains how the camera detects a new face and automatically shoots, facilitating group photos where the photographer is included.

Shooting Long Exposures

High-Speed Continuous Shooting (High-speed Burst)

Images Displayed During Playback

Explains that continuous shooting sets group images together, showing only the first image in the group with an indicator.

Capturing Best Facial Expressions (Best Image Selection)

Shooting Stitch Assist Images

Choosing Settings Yourself

Shooting in Program AE

What if the shutter speed and aperture value appear in orange?

Provides troubleshooting steps for obtaining correct exposure when shutter speed and aperture values appear in orange.

Adjusting Brightness (Exposure Compensation)

Turning the Flash On

Adjusting the White Balance

Custom White Balance

Guides on manually setting white balance by matching the light source of the actual shooting scene for accurate color reproduction.

Adjusting the White Balance

Manually Correcting White Balance

Explains how to manually adjust white balance for color compensating filter effects, using blue (B) and amber (A) settings.

Changing the ISO Speed

Changing the ISO speed

Discusses the effects of lowering ISO for sharper images versus raising it for faster shutter speeds, noting potential image coarseness.

Correcting Brightness (i-Contrast)

What if the image wasn’t corrected by the [Auto] option as well as you would like?

Suggests choosing manual i-Contrast levels (Low, Medium, High) for more control over brightness and contrast adjustments.

Changing the Aspect Ratio

Continuous Shooting

Changing Image Tone (My Colors)

Custom Color

Explains how to fine-tune contrast, sharpness, and color saturation for five different levels, offering personalized image tones.

Changing Image Tone (My Colors)

Custom Color

Details how to adjust specific color parameters like red, green, blue, and skin tones at five distinct levels for customized image appearance.

Shooting Close-ups (Macro)

How can I take better close-ups?

Recommends using a tripod and shooting in a specific mode to prevent blur and ensure focus in macro photography.

Shooting Far Away Subjects (Infinity)

Changing AF Frame Mode

Face AiAF

Explains Face AiAF's function in detecting faces for automatic focus, exposure, and white balance adjustments.

Changing AF Frame Mode

Tracking AF

Introduces Tracking AF for selecting and focusing on a specific subject, ensuring it stays in focus even when moving.

Center

Describes the Center AF frame mode, which locks focus on the center of the image, ideal for specific point focusing.

Focus Lock

Explains Focus Lock, allowing users to recompose the shot after locking focus by keeping the shutter button half-pressed.

Choosing Subject to Focus On (Tracking AF)

Magnifying the Focal Point

Shooting with AF Lock

Shooting with Servo AF

Changing Metering Method

Shooting with AE Lock

Shooting with FE Lock

Shooting with Slow Synchro

Red-Eye Correction

Checking for Shut Eyes

Shooting Using TV as Display

Using Various Functions for Shooting Movies

Shooting Various Kinds of Movies

Other Shooting Modes

Lists additional shooting modes available for recording various types of movies, such as Super Slow Motion.

Shoot Movies Like a Miniature Model (Miniature Effect)

Shooting Super Slow Motion Movies

Shooting Super Slow Motion Movies

Frame Rates and Playback Times (for 30 Sec. Clips)

Provides a table showing frame rates and estimated playback times for super slow motion movies.

Viewing super slow motion movies

Explains how to view super slow motion movies and use software to adjust playback speed.

Changing Image Quality

Image Quality and Shooting Time per Memory Card

Presents a table detailing image quality settings, recording pixels, frame rates, and estimated shooting times for different memory card capacities.

Other Shooting Functions

Editing

Using Various Playback and Editing Functions

Quickly Searching Images

Searching Images Using Index Display

Explains how to use the index display to view multiple images simultaneously for quick searching and selection.

Searching Images by Scrolling

Describes how to scroll through images in a line and jump by shooting date for efficient searching.

Quickly Searching Images

Viewing Movies Made with Movie Digest

Guides on selecting and viewing movies created with the Movie Digest function by date.

Viewing Images in Filtered Playback

Search filters

Lists available search filters such as Favorites, Shot Date, My Category, and Still image/Movie for displaying specific images.

Viewing Images in Filtered Playback

Filtered playback

Describes how filtered playback allows viewing and processing of selected images, noting that changing categories or editing cancels the filtered view.

Viewing Slideshows

Viewing Slideshows

Changing Settings

Explains how to customize slideshow settings, including repeat playback, transition effects, and display time per image.

Checking the Focus

Magnifying Images

Viewing Each Image in a Group

Group playback

Details how to view images from High-speed Burst shots individually, and how to process all grouped images at once.

Viewing Each Image in a Group

Ungrouping Images

Guides on how to ungroup images taken in High-speed Burst mode to view and manage them individually.

Displaying Various Images (Smart Shuffle)

Changing Image Transitions

Viewing Images on a TV

Viewing Images on a Standard TV

Explains how to connect the camera to a standard TV using the AV cable to view images and troubleshoot display issues.

What if the images don’t display correctly on the TV?

Advises on checking and switching the camera's video output setting (NTSC/PAL) to match the TV system for correct display.

Viewing Images on a TV

Viewing Images on a High-Definition TV

Details connecting the camera to an HD TV via an HDMI cable for viewing images.

Viewing Images on a TV

Using a TV Remote to Control the Camera

Explains how to control camera playback and image viewing on compatible TVs using the TV's remote control via HDMI CEC.

Protecting Images

Protect the image.

Guides on how to protect individual images from accidental erasure by applying a protection setting.

Using the Menu

Explains how to access the Protect function via the menu to select images or a range for protection.

Protecting Images

Choosing Images Individually

Details the process of selecting and protecting individual images one by one, with confirmation steps.

Protecting Images

Select Range

Explains how to protect a range of images by selecting a starting and ending image.

Protecting Images

Protect images.

Describes the final step of applying the protection setting to selected images or all images.

Choose All Images

Guides on selecting all images for protection at once, simplifying the process for batch protection.

Erasing All Images

Choosing Images Individually

Details the process for selecting and erasing individual images from the camera.

Erasing All Images

Select Range

Details how to select a range of images to erase, allowing for batch deletion of specific image sequences.

Choose All Images

Guides on selecting all images on the memory card for erasure, providing a quick way to clear the card.

Tagging Images as Favorites

Using the Menu

Guides on accessing the Favorites function through the camera's menu to tag or untag images.

Tagging Images as Favorites

Complete the setting.

Explains how to complete the favorite tagging process, ensuring images are marked correctly.

Organizing Images by Category (My Category)

Choose a category.

Guides on selecting a category for images, allowing users to organize their photos based on shooting conditions or detected subjects.

Organizing Images by Category (My Category)

Choosing Images Individually

Guides on selecting individual images and assigning them to specific categories for better organization.

Organizing Images by Category (My Category)

Select Range

Guides on selecting a range of images to categorize, allowing for efficient batch organization of photos.

Rotating Images

Resizing Images

Trimming

Adding Effects with My Colors Function

Correcting Brightness (i-Contrast)

What if the image wasn’t corrected by the [Auto] option as well as you would like?

Suggests using manual i-Contrast levels (Low, Medium, High) for more control over brightness and contrast adjustments.

Correcting Red-Eye Effect

Printing

Canon-Brand PictBridge Compliant Printers

Introduces PictBridge compliant printers and notes that this chapter uses SELPHY CP series printers for examples.

Printing Images

Easy Print

Explains how to easily print images by connecting the camera to a PictBridge compliant printer using the supplied interface cable.

Printing Images

Making Print Settings

Guides on choosing print settings such as date, file number, print type, and image optimization options.

Printing Images

Trimming and Printing (Trimming)

Explains how to trim a portion of an image for printing and adjust the frame size and position.

Printing Images

Choosing Paper Size and Layout for Printing

Guides on selecting paper size, paper type, and print layout options like Bordered, Borderless, N-up, and ID Photo.

Printing Images

Printing ID Photos

Details how to print ID photos, specifying the required image resolution, aspect ratio, and length/width settings.

Printing Images

Printing Movies

Explains how to print movies as still images or sequences, noting limitations for certain printer models.

Choosing Images for Printing (DPOF)

Adding Images to Print List with FUNC. Menu

Guides on adding images to a print list (DPOF) directly after shooting or during playback for efficient printing.

Choosing Images for Printing (DPOF)

Print Settings

Explains how to set print types, dates, and file numbers that apply to all images chosen for printing.

Choosing Images for Printing (DPOF)

Choosing the Number of Copies

Details how to select individual images and specify the number of copies for printing, including limitations for index prints.

Choosing Images for Printing (DPOF)

Select Range

Guides on selecting a range of images for printing, specifying the starting and ending images in the sequence.

Set All Images to Print Once

Explains how to select all images at once for printing, simplifying the process for batch printing.

Choosing Images for Printing (DPOF)

Printing chosen images (DPOF)

Explains how to print images added to the print list (DPOF) by connecting to a PictBridge printer and selecting "Print now".

Customizing Camera Settings

Changing Camera Settings

Changing Sounds

Details how to customize camera operation sounds, including mute options and selecting preset sounds.

Turning Off Hints & Tips

Explains how to disable the function description hints and tips that appear in the FUNC. menu or main MENU.

Changing Camera Settings

Low Level Memory Card Formatting

Guides on performing low-level formatting for memory cards when the camera malfunctions or shows errors, noting data erasure.

Changing Camera Settings

Changing the Start-up Screen

Explains how to change the startup screen that appears when the camera is turned on, with options for preset images or recorded images.

Registering Recorded Images as Start-up Screen

Details the process of registering a chosen image as the custom startup screen for the camera.

Changing Camera Settings

Changing the File Number Assignment

Explains how to change file numbering settings between Continuous and Auto Reset for organizing image files.

Changing Camera Settings

Creating Folders by Shooting Date

Guides on creating folders based on shooting date, in addition to the default monthly folders, for better image organization.

Changing the Lens Retract Time

Explains how to adjust the time it takes for the lens to retract after shooting, allowing for immediate retraction if desired.

Turning Off Power Saving Function

Advises on how to disable the automatic power-off feature to save battery power, recommending turning off the camera manually.

Changing Camera Settings

Setting the Screen Shut-Off Time

Explains how to adjust the duration before the camera screen automatically turns off to save battery power.

Using the World Clock

Describes how to set the camera's time zone to record images with local dates and times when traveling abroad.

Changing Camera Settings

Set the world time zone.

Guides on setting the world time zone and daylight saving time, ensuring accurate date/time recording for travel.

Changing Shooting Function Settings

Turning Off AF Assist Beam

Explains how to disable the AF assist beam, which aids focusing in low light conditions, to save battery or for specific shooting scenarios.

Turning Off Red-Eye Reduction Function

Guides on disabling the red-eye reduction function, which uses a lamp to reduce red-eye effects during flash shooting.

Changing Shooting Function Settings

Changing Image Display Time Right After Shooting

Details how to adjust the duration for which images are displayed on the screen immediately after taking a shot.

Changing Image Display Method Right After Shooting

Explains how to change the display format of images after shooting, choosing between basic image display or detailed information.

Displaying Grid Lines

Guides on enabling grid lines on the screen to assist with vertical and horizontal composition while shooting.

Changing Shooting Function Settings

Changing IS-Mode Settings

Explains the different Image Stabilization (IS) modes: Continuous, Shoot Only, Panning, and Off, for reducing camera shake.

Changing Playback Function Settings

Choosing Image Displayed First in Playback

Allows users to select whether playback starts with the last viewed image or the most recently shot image.

Turning Off Auto Rotate Function

Explains how to disable the auto-rotate function that automatically rotates vertical images for correct viewing.

Useful Information

Using Household Power

Using an Eye-Fi Card

Checking Connection Information

Guides on checking the Eye-Fi card's connection status and access point SSID through the camera's menu.

Disabling Eye-Fi Transfer

Explains how to disable Eye-Fi transfer through the camera settings to prevent wireless transmission.

Troubleshooting

Power Issues

Covers issues related to the power button not working and battery consumption, offering solutions and checks.

Lens Retraction Problems

Addresses the issue of the lens not retracting, providing steps to resolve it by managing the memory card cover and power.

TV Output Issues

Briefly mentions issues with distorted or missing images on TV output, referring to a specific page for details.

Shooting Problems

Lists common shooting problems like "Cannot shoot," screen display issues, and flashing symbols, offering solutions.

Troubleshooting

Focusing and Exposure Issues

Covers problems with AF frame, dark/bright subjects, flash issues, and image graininess.

Image Quality and Red-Eye Problems

Addresses image graininess, red-eye, and slow recording, suggesting solutions like ISO adjustment and card formatting.

Troubleshooting

Movie Shooting Problems

Covers issues with movie recording time, automatic stops, and distorted subjects, suggesting card speed and quality adjustments.

Playback Issues

Addresses problems with playing back images or movies, including file structure changes and potential interruptions.

Computer Transfer Issues

Discusses issues with transferring images to a computer, recommending transfer speed reduction as a solution.

Eye-Fi Card Issues

Points to potential problems with image transfer using an Eye-Fi card, referring to relevant sections for resolution.

List of Messages That Appear on the Screen

Memory Card Errors

Explains common memory card messages like "No memory card," "Memory card locked," and "Memory card error," with solutions.

Recording and Storage Issues

Covers messages related to "Cannot record!" and "Insufficient space on card," advising on memory card installation and space management.

Image Display and Compatibility Issues

Explains messages like "No Image," "Protected!," and "Unidentified Image," relating to image display and compatibility problems.

Function Incompatibility Messages

Lists error messages indicating incompatibility with specific functions like magnification, rotation, or editing.

List of Messages That Appear on the Screen

Selection and Limit Errors

Explains error messages related to invalid selection ranges and exceeding limits for operations like printing or protection.

Communication and Naming Errors

Covers communication errors during transfer/printing and naming errors due to file conflicts or maximum file number limits.

Hardware and Print Errors

Addresses hardware-specific errors like "Lens Error" and "A camera error," as well as "File Error" and "Print error," with troubleshooting advice.

Information Displayed on the Screen

Shooting (Information Display)

Provides a detailed diagram and explanation of the shooting information display, including battery, mode, and exposure settings.

Information Displayed on the Screen

Scene Icons

Explains the various scene icons used in AUTO mode to represent different shooting conditions and camera adjustments.

Information Displayed on the Screen

Playback (Detailed Information Display)

Details the information displayed in playback mode, including image properties, histogram, and file details.

Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode

Menus

Shooting Menu

Lists shooting functions and their availability across different shooting modes, providing a reference for feature usage.

Menus

Set up Menu

Outlines the options available in the Set Up Menu for customizing camera settings like sound, language, and power saving.

Menus

Playback Menu

Lists functions for managing images in playback mode, including erase, protect, rotate, and categorize.

Print Menu

Details options for printing images, such as selecting images, paper settings, and print styles.

Menus

Playback Mode FUNC. Menu

Lists functions accessible via the Playback Mode FUNC. Menu, covering rotate, print settings, protect, and slideshow options.

Handling Precautions

Specifications

Disclaimer

Canon IXUS 115 HS Specifications

General IconGeneral
Megapixel12.1 MP
Camera typeCompact camera
Sensor typeCMOS
Image stabilizerYes
Image sensor size1/2.3 \
Supported aspect ratios3:2, 4:3, 16:9
Maximum image resolution4000 x 3000 pixels
Still image resolution(s)480 x 480, 640 x 360, 640 x 424, 640 x 480, 1200 x 1200, 1600 x 1064, 1600 x 1200, 1920 x 1080, 2112 x 2112, 2816 x 1584, 2816 x 1880, 2816 x 2112, 2992 x 2992, 4000 x 2240, 4000 x 2664
Optical zoom4 x
Combined zoom16 x
Focal length range5 - 20 mm
Maximum aperture number5.9
Minimum aperture number2.8
Number of aspheric elements2
Lens structure (elements/groups)6/5
Maximum focal length (35mm film equiv)112 mm
Minimum focal length (35mm film equiv)28 mm
FocusTTL
Focus adjustmentAuto
Auto Focus (AF) points9
Auto focusing (AF) modesContinuous Auto Focus, Single Auto Focus, Tracking Auto Focus
Closest focusing distance0.03 m
Light meteringCentre-weighted, Evaluative (Multi-pattern), Spot
ISO sensitivity100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 3200, Auto
Light exposure modes-
ISO sensitivity (max)3200
ISO sensitivity (min)100
Fastest camera shutter speed1/1500 s
Slowest camera shutter speed15 s
Flash modesAuto, Flash off, Flash on, Red-eye reduction, Slow synchronization
Flash range (tele)0.5 - 2 m
Flash range (wide)0.3 - 4 m
Digital SLRNo
Power source typeBattery
Camera shutter speed1/15 - 1/1500 s
Video memory capacity4GB
Compatible operating systemsWindows 7/ Vista SP1-2/ XP SP3\\r Mac OS X v10.5 – 10.6
Video resolutions320 x 240, 640 x 480, 1280 x 720 pixels
Motion JPEG frame rate24 fps
Video formats supportedH.264, MOV
Maximum video resolution1920 x 1080 pixels
Analog signal format systemNTSC, PAL
Internal memory- MB
Compatible memory cardsMMC, MMC+, SD, SDHC, SDXC
Field of view100 %
Display diagonal3 \
Display resolution (numeric)230000 pixels
USB version2.0
MaterialMetal
Product colorGray
Scene modesBeach, Children, Fireworks, Night, Portrait, Self-portrait, Snow, Underwater
Image editingResizing
Photo effectsBlack&White, Neutral, Positive film, Sepia, Skin tones, Vivid
White balanceAuto, Cloudy, Custom modes, Daylight, Fluorescent, Tungsten
Shooting modesMovie, Scene
Camera playbackMovie, Single image
Image processorDIGIC 4 iSAPS
Self-timer delay2, 10 s
Camera file systemDPOF 1.1, Exif 2.3
Playback zoom (max)10 x
On Screen Display (OSD) languagesARA, CHI (SIMPL), CHI (TR), CZE, DAN, DEU, DUT, ENG, ESP, FIN, FRE, GRE, HUN, ITA, JPN, KOR, NOR, POL, POR, RUM, RUS, SWE, THA, TUR, UKR
Battery typeNB-4L
Battery life (CIPA standard)230 shots
Operating temperature (T-T)0 - 40 °C
Operating relative humidity (H-H)10 - 90 %
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
Depth19.9 mm
Width93.1 mm
Height55.8 mm
Weight (including battery)140 g

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