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Canon PowerShot A3500 IS User Manual

Canon PowerShot A3500 IS
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Cover
Preliminary Notes and
Legal Information
Contents: Basic
Operations
Advanced Guide
Camera Basics
Smart Auto
Mode
Other Shooting
Modes
Playback Mode
Wi-Fi Functions
Setting Menu
Accessories
Appendix
Index
Basic Guide
P Mode
Camera User Guide
ENGLISH
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Canon PowerShot A3500 IS Specifications

General IconGeneral
Megapixel16 MP
Camera typeCompact camera
Sensor typeCCD
Image stabilizerYes
Image sensor size1/2.3 \
Image formats supportedJPG
Maximum image resolution4608 x 3456 pixels
Still image resolution(s)640 x 480, 1600 x 1200, 3264 x 2448, 4608 x 2592
Digital zoom4 x
Optical zoom5 x
Combined zoom20 x
Focal length range5 - 25 mm
Maximum aperture number6.9
Minimum aperture number2.8
Lens structure (elements/groups)6/5
Maximum focal length (35mm film equiv)140 mm
Minimum focal length (35mm film equiv)28 mm
FocusTTL
Auto focusing (AF) modesMulti Point Auto Focus, Servo 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, Auto
Light exposure modes-
ISO sensitivity (max)1600
ISO sensitivity (min)100
Light exposure correction± 2EV (1/3EV step)
Fastest camera shutter speed1/2000 s
Slowest camera shutter speed15 s
Flash modesAuto, Flash off, Flash on, Manual, Red-eye reduction, Slow synchronization
Flash sync-speed0.0005 s
Flash range (tele)1 - 2 m
Flash range (wide)0.5 - 3 m
Video resolutions640 x 480 pixels
Motion JPEG frame rate30 fps
Video formats supportedMOV
Maximum video resolution1280 x 720 pixels
Analog signal format systemNTSC, PAL
Internal memory- MB
Compatible memory cardsSD, SDHC, SDXC
Field of view100 %
Display diagonal3 \
Display resolution (numeric)230000 pixels
HDMINo
USB version2.0
USB connectorMini-USB B
Product colorGray
Scene modesFireworks, Portrait, Self-portrait, Snow
Photo effectsBlack&White, Vivid
White balanceCloudy, Custom modes, Daylight, Fluorescent, Fluorescent H, Tungsten
Camera playbackMovie, Single image
Image processorDIGIC 4 iSAPS
Self-timer delay2, 10 s
Camera file systemDCF, DPOF 1.1, Exif 2.3
Playback zoom (max)10 x
Power source typeBattery
Battery typeNB-11L
Battery life (CIPA standard)200 shots
Number of batteries supported1
Operating temperature (T-T)0 - 40 °C
Operating relative humidity (H-H)10 - 90 %
Bundled softwareImageBrowser EX
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
Depth19.8 mm
Width97.7 mm
Height56 mm
Weight (including battery)135 g

Summary

Preliminary Notes and Legal Information

Safety Precautions

Essential safety guidelines for using the camera, including warnings about flash, storage, and liquids.

Camera Basics

Shutter Button

Details how to use the shutter button for focusing and taking photos.

FUNC. Menu

Explains how to configure frequently used functions via the FUNC. menu.

MENU Menu

Guide to navigating and using the camera's main menu system.

Indicator Display

Explains the meaning of the camera's status indicator lights.

P Mode

Shooting in Program AE ([P] Mode)

Guide to shooting in Program AE mode for manual control over settings.

Image Brightness (Exposure Compensation)

How to adjust image brightness using exposure compensation.

Locking Image Brightness/Exposure (AE Lock)

How to lock the camera's exposure settings for a shot.

Changing the Metering Method

Guide to adjusting how the camera measures brightness for exposure.

Changing the ISO Speed

Steps to select and set the ISO speed for shooting.

Correcting Image Brightness (i-Contrast)

Instructions to enable automatic brightness correction using i-Contrast.

Custom White Balance

How to adjust white balance for natural color reproduction in different lighting.

Choosing Subjects to Focus On (Tracking AF)

How to select and track subjects for focus.

Shooting with Servo AF

How to enable Servo AF for continuous subject tracking and exposure adjustment.

Shooting with the AF Lock

How to lock the focus on a subject.

Shooting with the FE Lock

How to lock flash exposure for flash shots.

Using Eco Mode

Steps to activate Eco Mode for battery conservation.

Playback Mode

Wi-Fi Functions

Setting Menu

Adjusting Basic Camera Functions

Guide to customizing fundamental camera functions for user convenience.

Formatting Memory Cards

Detailed steps to format the memory card, erasing all data.

Low-Level Formatting

When to use low-level formatting for memory card errors or performance issues.

Power-Saving Adjustment

How to adjust automatic camera and screen power saving settings.

Restoring Defaults

How to reset all camera settings to their default values.

Accessories

Powering the Camera with Household Power

How to power the camera using an AC adapter kit.

Appendix

Troubleshooting

Solutions for common problems encountered while using the camera.

On-Screen Messages

Explanations of various messages displayed on the camera screen.

Handling Precautions

Guidelines for safe handling, storage, and maintenance of the camera.

Battery Pack NB-11L

Specifications for the NB-11L rechargeable lithium-ion battery.

Battery Charger CB-2LF/CB-2LFE

Specifications for the CB-2LF/CB-2LFE battery charger.

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