To Next PageTo Next PageWhy is [h] flashing on my Canon IXUS 172 Digital Camera and I can't shoot?
If you see [h] flashing on the screen and cannot shoot with your Canon Digital Camera, try setting the flash mode to [h]. Also, consider increasing the ISO speed. If that doesn't work, mount the camera on a tripod or take other measures to keep it still. You can also set [IS Mode] to [Continuous], but remember to set it to [Off] when using a tripod.
Why do my Canon IXUS 172 Digital Camera shots look grainy?
If your Canon Digital Camera shots look grainy, try lowering the ISO speed. High ISO speeds in some shooting modes can cause grainy images.
How to reduce red-eye in Canon Digital Camera photos?
To reduce red-eye in your Canon Digital Camera photos, set [Lamp Setting] to [On] to activate the red-eye reduction lamp when using the flash. Alternatively, you can edit images later using red-eye correction software.
What to do if the lens is not retracted on my Canon IXUS 172 Digital Camera?
If the lens on your Canon Digital Camera is not retracting, do not open the memory card/battery cover while the camera is on. Close the cover, turn the camera on, and then turn it off again.
How to add a date stamp to Canon IXUS 172 Digital Camera images?
To add a date stamp to your Canon Digital Camera images, configure the [Date Stamp] setting. Note that date stamps are not added in shooting modes where this setting cannot be configured.
Why does playback stop or audio skip on my Canon IXUS 172 Digital Camera?
To resolve playback issues like stopping or audio skipping on your Canon Digital Camera, switch to a memory card that you have performed low-level formatting on with the camera. There may be brief interruptions when playing movies copied to memory cards that have slow read speeds. When movies are played on a computer, frames may be dropped and audio may skip if computer performance is inadequate.
General| Type | Compact |
|---|---|
| Optical Zoom | 8x |
| Digital Zoom | 4x |
| Image Sensor Type | CCD |
| Image Sensor Size | 1/2.3 inch |
| ISO Range | 100-1600 |
| Battery Type | Li-ion |
| Image stabilization | Optical |
| Dimensions | 95.2 x 54.3 x 22.1 mm |
| Megapixels | 20 MP |
| Video Resolution | 1280 x 720 (HD) |
| Maximum Aperture | f/3.2 |
| Focal Length | 28 - 224 mm |
| Weight | 126 g (including battery and memory card) |
| Shutter Speed | 1 – 1/2000 sec. (Auto mode) 15 – 1/2000 sec. (Total range – varies by shooting mode) |
