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Canon IXUS 165 User Manual

Canon IXUS 165
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Camera User Guide
English
©CANON INC. 2015 CDJ-E640-010
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Canon IXUS 165 Specifications

General IconGeneral
TypeCompact
Optical Zoom8x
Digital Zoom4x
Screen Size2.7 inches
Image Sensor TypeCCD
ISO Range100 - 1600
Image ProcessorDIGIC 4+
LCD Screen Resolution230, 000 dots
Video Frame Rate25 fps
Storage MediaSD, SDHC, SDXC
Battery TypeNB-11L
Dimensions95.2 x 54.3 x 22.1 mm
Weight128 g (including battery and memory card)
Megapixels20.0 MP
Image Sensor Size1/2.3 in
Video Resolution1280 x 720

Summary

Camera User Guide

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Package Contents

Compatible Memory Cards

Preliminary Notes and Legal Information

Part Names and Conventions in This Guide

Conventions

Common Camera Operations

Shooting Modes

Explains various shooting modes for specific scenarios.

Special Effects

Describes creative effects to apply during shooting.

Safety Precautions

Basic Guide

Initial Preparations

Steps to prepare the camera before initial use.

Trying the Camera Out

Guidance on performing initial shooting and testing the camera.

Initial Preparations

Attaching the Strap

Instructions on how to attach the camera strap.

Holding the Camera

Correct posture and grip for holding the camera while shooting.

Charging the Battery Pack

Inserting the Battery Pack and Memory Card

Setting the Date and Time

Display Language

Trying the Camera Out

Shooting (Smart Auto)

Using automatic settings for scene detection and shooting conditions.

Advanced Guide

Camera Basics

Fundamental operations and settings for camera usage.

On/Off

Power-Saving Features (Auto Power Down)

Shutter Button

Shooting Display Options

Using the FUNC. Menu

Using Menus

Indicator Display

Auto Mode

Shooting with Camera-Determined Settings

Utilizing automatic selection of optimal settings for scenes.

Common, Convenient Features

Zooming In Closer on Subjects (Digital Zoom)

Using digital zoom to enlarge distant subjects.

Using the Self-Timer

Deactivating the Flash

Adding a Date Stamp

Continuous Shooting

Using Eco Mode

Image Customization Features

Changing Image Resolution (Size)

Selecting from different image resolution levels.

Red-Eye Correction

Changing Movie Image Quality

Helpful Shooting Features

Checking for Closed Eyes

Detecting and alerting when people's eyes are closed in shots.

Customizing Camera Operation

Deactivating the Lamp

Disabling lamps used for focusing or red-eye reduction.

Other Shooting Modes

Brightness / Color Customization (Live View Control)

Customizing image brightness and colors during shooting.

Specific Scenes

Choosing modes matching shooting scenes for optimal shots.

Applying Special Effects

Adding various effects to images when shooting.

Brightness / Color Customization (Live View Control)

Specific Scenes

Shoot Portraits (Portrait)

Taking portrait shots with a softening effect.

Shoot under low light (Low Light)

Shooting in low-light conditions with minimal shake.

Specific Scenes (continued)

Shoot with snowy backgrounds (Snow)

Capturing bright, natural shots against snowy backgrounds.

Shoot fireworks (Fireworks)

Capturing vivid shots of fireworks.

Shooting with Reduced Motion Blur (Digital IS)

Applying Special Effects

Shoot in vivid colors (Super Vivid)

Enhancing image colors with rich, vivid tones.

Posterized shots (Poster Effect)

Creating shots that resemble old posters or illustrations.

Shooting with a Fish-Eye Lens Effect (Fish-Eye Effect)

Shots Resembling Miniature Models (Miniature Effect)

Shooting with a Toy Camera Effect (Toy Camera Effect)

Shooting in Monochrome

Special Modes for Other Purposes

Using the Face Self-Timer

Automatically shooting when a face is detected, useful for group photos.

Shooting Long Exposures (Long Shutter)

P Mode

Shooting in Program AE ([P] Mode)

Customizing function settings to suit preferred shooting styles.

Shooting in Program AE ([P] Mode)

Image Brightness (Exposure)

Locking Image Brightness / Exposure (AE Lock)

Changing the Metering Method

Changing the ISO Speed

Correcting Image Brightness (i-Contrast)

Adjusting White Balance

Shooting Range and Focusing

Shooting Close-Ups (Macro)

Restricting focus to subjects at close range.

Shooting Distant Subjects (Infinity)

Changing the AF Frame Mode

Face AiAF

Choosing Subjects to Focus On (Tracking AF)

Center

Shooting with Servo AF

Magnifying the Area in Focus

Changing the Focus Setting

Shooting with the AF Lock

Flash

Changing the Flash Mode

Selecting and configuring flash modes like Auto, On, and Slow Synchro.

Using Eco Mode

Displaying Grid Lines

Deactivating the Digital Zoom

Changing the Image Display Style after Shots

Changing the Image Display Period after Shots

Configuring the duration and type of image review after shooting.

Changing the IS Mode Settings

Playback Mode

Viewing Images and Movies

Steps for viewing captured media on the camera screen.

Viewing

Browse through your images

Navigating between images using the camera controls.

Browsing and Filtering Images

Navigating through Images in an Index

Displaying multiple images in an index for quick searching.

Image Viewing Options

Magnifying Images

Zooming in on images for closer inspection.

Viewing Slideshows

Protecting Images

Using the Menu

Choosing Images Individually

Selecting specific images for operations like protection or erasure.

Erasing Images

Erasing Multiple Images at Once

Rotating Images

Deactivating Auto Rotation

Editing Still Images

Resizing Images

Saving a copy of images at a lower resolution.

Correcting Image Brightness (i-Contrast)

Correcting Red-Eye

Setting Menu

Adjusting Basic Camera Functions

Configuring common functions like sound and volume.

Adjusting Basic Camera Functions

Silencing Camera Operations

Muting camera sounds for shooting and movies.

Adjusting the Volume

Controlling the volume of individual camera sounds.

Hiding Hints and Tips

Date and Time

World Clock

Lens Retraction Timing

Power-Saving Adjustment

Screen Brightness

Hiding the Start-Up Screen

Formatting Memory Cards

Low-Level Formatting

File Numbering

Date-Based Image Storage

Checking Certification Logos

Display Language

Restoring Defaults

Accessories

System Map

Visual diagram showing included and compatible accessories.

System Map

Optional Accessories

Power Supplies

Information on battery packs and chargers.

Flash Units

Other Accessories

Playback on a TV

Powering the Camera with Household Power

Using the Software

Installing the Software

Saving Images to a Computer

Printing Images

Easy Print

Simplified printing process using a PictBridge compatible printer.

Configuring Print Settings

Cropping Images before Printing

Choosing Paper Size and Layout before Printing

Available Layout Options

Printing ID Photos

Printing Movie Scenes

Adding Images to the Print List (DPOF)

Setting Up Printing for Individual Images

Setting Up Printing for All Images

Clearing All Images from the Print List

Printing Images Added to the Print List (DPOF)

Adding Images to a Photobook

Using an Eye-Fi Card

Appendix

Troubleshooting

Solutions for common camera problems and errors.

Troubleshooting

Power Issues

Troubleshooting problems related to the camera's power supply.

Display on a TV

Resolving issues with distorted or non-displayed images on a TV.

Shooting Problems

Cannot Shoot

Resolving situations where the camera fails to shoot.

Strange Display on Screen

Addressing display anomalies under different lighting or conditions.

No Date Stamp Added

Troubleshooting issues with date stamp functionality.

Troubleshooting Shooting Issues

Focus and AF Frame Issues

Resolving problems with focus, AF frames, and subject clarity.

Exposure and Brightness Problems

Addressing issues with subjects appearing too dark or too bright.

Flash Performance Issues

Troubleshooting problems related to flash usage and exposure.

Image Artifacts and Graininess

White Dots or Image Artifacts

Resolving white dots or artifacts caused by flash reflection.

Grainy Shots

Tips for reducing graininess in images, often related to ISO speed.

Red-Eye Issues

Solutions for red-eye effect and its correction.

Shooting and Playback Errors

Shooting Stops Automatically

Addressing issues where shooting stops due to buffer or memory card limitations.

Playback and Sound Issues

Troubleshooting playback interruptions, audio skips, or no sound.

On-Screen Messages

Memory Card Errors

Resolving messages related to memory card insertion, locking, or errors.

Recording and Space Issues

Addressing issues like "Cannot record" or "Insufficient space on card".

Function Unavailable Errors

Selection Limit Exceeded

Resolving errors related to exceeding selection limits for operations.

Naming and Lens Errors

Addressing naming errors or lens-related issues.

On-Screen Information

Shooting Screen Icons

Detailed breakdown of icons shown on the shooting screen.

Battery Level Indicators

Playback (Detailed Information Display)

Functions and Menu Tables

Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode

Overview of function compatibility with various shooting modes.

FUNC. Menu

Metering Method Availability

Availability of metering methods across different shooting modes.

White Balance Availability

Availability of white balance settings across shooting modes.

ISO Speed Availability

Availability of ISO speed settings across shooting modes.

FUNC. Menu (Continued)

Focusing Range Availability

Availability of focusing range settings across shooting modes.

Drive Mode Availability

Availability of drive mode settings across shooting modes.

Resolution Availability

Availability of resolution settings across shooting modes.

Shooting Tab Menu

AF Frame Settings

Availability of AF frame options across shooting modes.

Digital Zoom Settings

Availability of digital zoom settings across shooting modes.

AF-Point Zoom Settings

Availability of AF-point zoom settings across shooting modes.

Set Up Tab Menu

Format

Procedure for formatting memory cards to erase all data.

Reset All

Restoring camera settings to their factory default values.

Handling Precautions

Specifications

Number of Shots/Recording Time, Playback Time

Number of Shots per Memory Card

Recording Time per Memory Card

Flash Range

Shooting Range

Continuous Shooting Speed

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