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Canon PowerShot A590 IS - User Manual

Canon PowerShot A590 IS
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CDI-E354-010 © CANON INC. 2008 PRINTED IN MALAYSIA

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Questions and Answers

  • A
    Angel WoodsSep 23, 2025
    Why won't my Canon Digital Camera print?
    • T
      Tony ReillySep 23, 2025
      If you cannot print from your Canon Digital Camera, first ensure that the camera and printer are securely connected with the specified cable. Also, verify that the printer power is turned on. Finally, check the print connection method and select [Print Method] and then [Auto].
  • S
    Stacey CurtisAug 23, 2025
    What to do if my Canon PowerShot A590 IS will not record?
    • J
      Joshua ClineAug 23, 2025
      If your Canon Digital Camera isn't recording, check if it's in playback mode or connected to a computer/printer; if so, switch to shooting mode. Ensure the flash is fully charged, indicated by the orange light. Verify that the memory card isn't full; if it is, insert a new one or transfer images to a computer to free up space. Also, confirm the memory card is correctly formatted. If problems persist, the memory card's logic circuits may be damaged, so contact Canon Customer Support. Finally, make sure the SD memory card isn't write-protected by sliding the write protect tab upward.
  • W
    Wesley RobinsonAug 25, 2025
    Why are my Canon PowerShot A590 IS pictures blurry?
    • W
      wardmadelineAug 26, 2025
      If your Canon Digital Camera images are blurred or out of focus, it could be due to camera movement when pressing the shutter button. Also, ensure that the AF-assist Beam is set to [On] for better focusing in dark places. Make sure your subject is within the correct focal range and that the camera isn't set to an unintended function like macro. If the subject is hard to focus on, use the focus lock or manual focus feature.
  • B
    bsandersAug 26, 2025
    Why is my Canon Digital Camera LCD screen blank?
    • M
      Matthew ShepherdAug 27, 2025
      If nothing is displaying on your Canon Digital Camera's LCD monitor, first check if the LCD monitor is set not to display and press the DISP. button to turn it on. Also, if [Power Saving] is set to [Display Off], press any button other than the ON/OFF button or change the camera orientation to turn the LCD monitor back on.
  • V
    Victor DawsonAug 27, 2025
    Why do my Canon PowerShot A590 IS Digital Camera batteries drain so fast?
    • D
      Dennis NelsonAug 27, 2025
      If your Canon Digital Camera batteries are draining quickly, consider these factors. Ensure the battery is being used to its full capacity (refer to the Battery section for details). Verify you're using the correct type of batteries, specifically unused AA-size alkaline or Canon AA-size NiMH batteries. Low ambient temperatures can also reduce battery capacity, so warm the batteries before use if shooting in cold conditions. Lastly, clean the battery terminals with a dry cloth and reload the batteries to ensure good contact.
  • R
    Richard MarshallSep 16, 2025
    Why can't I edit photos on my Canon Digital Camera?
    • O
      oscarmorrisSep 16, 2025
      If you cannot edit images on your Canon Digital Camera, it could be because the memory card was formatted in another device. Try using a memory card formatted in your camera.
  • S
    sjohnsonSep 13, 2025
    Why can't I zoom on my Canon PowerShot A590 IS Digital Camera?
    • L
      Leslie AtkinsonSep 13, 2025
      If the zoom function isn't working on your Canon Digital Camera, it could be because you're trying to use the zoom lever while shooting in movie mode. Operate the zoom before you start shooting in movie mode. Note that digital zoom is available while shooting, but only in Standard movie mode.
  • G
    Gina Crawford MDSep 14, 2025
    Why can't I play back images on my Canon PowerShot A590 IS?
    • D
      Darryl ParkerSep 15, 2025
      If you cannot play back images on your Canon Digital Camera, it may be because you are trying to view images shot with another camera or edited with a computer. If computer images cannot be played back, try adding them to the camera using the supplied software program. Also, ensure that the file name and location haven't been altered with a computer; if they have, set them according to the camera's file format/structure.
  • T
    Troy McgrathSep 5, 2025
    Why does my Canon Digital Camera take so long to save pictures?
    • W
      Wayne JonesSep 5, 2025
      If recording images to the memory card in your Canon Digital Camera takes a long time, it might be because the memory card was formatted in another device. Try using a memory card formatted in your camera.
  • K
    Kari MaloneSep 3, 2025
    Why do my Canon PowerShot A590 IS Digital Camera photos have so much noise?
    • J
      Jason JohnsonSep 3, 2025
      If your Canon Digital Camera images contain noise, it may be because the ISO speed is too high. Higher ISO speeds and the (High ISO Auto) setting can increase image noise. For better image quality, use the lowest possible ISO speed.

Summary

Please Read

Getting Started

Preparations

Steps to prepare the camera for use, including installing batteries and memory cards.

Shooting Still Images

Instructions on how to take still photographs using the camera's AUTO mode.

Viewing Still Images

Guide on how to review and navigate through captured still images on the camera.

Erasing Images

Instructions on how to delete unwanted images from the camera or memory card.

Printing Images

Steps for connecting the camera to a printer and printing photos directly.

Embedding the Date in the Image Data

How to imprint date information onto images as they are recorded (Date Stamp feature).

Shooting Movies

Guide on how to record video clips using the camera's Standard movie mode.

Downloading Images to a Computer

Instructions for transferring images from the camera to a computer using supplied software.

System Map

Diagram illustrating the camera system and its connected accessories and components.

Learning More

Components Guide

Detailed identification and explanation of the camera's front and back parts and controls.

Basic Operations

Explanation of camera menus, settings, and basic operational procedures.

Commonly Used Shooting Functions

How to use frequent shooting features like zoom, flash, and self-timer.

Advanced Shooting Functions

Covers advanced shooting modes and techniques for enhanced photography.

Playback and Erasing

Functionality related to reviewing, managing, and deleting images and movies.

Configuring the Camera

How to adjust camera settings like power saving, formatting, and file numbering.

Connecting to a TV

Instructions for connecting the camera to a television for viewing images.

Troubleshooting

Solutions to common problems and error messages encountered while using the camera.

Appendix

Contains safety precautions, preventing malfunctions, and other supplementary information.

Specifications

Technical details and data for the camera model, including dimensions and performance.

Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode

A summary table of functions available across different shooting modes.

Canon PowerShot A590 IS Specifications

General IconGeneral
Megapixel8 MP
Sensor typeCCD
Image stabilizerYes
Image sensor size1/2.5 \
Maximum image resolution3264 x 2448 pixels
Digital zoom4 x
Combined zoom16 x
Focal length range5.8 - 23.2 mm
InterfaceUSB 2.0
Digital SLRNo
Camera shutter speed15 - 1/2000 s
Compatible operating systemsWindows 2000 SP4 / XP SP2 / Vista Mac OS X v10.3 - 10.4
Focal length (35mm film equivalent)35 - 140 mm
FocusTTL
Closest focusing distance0.05 m
Light meteringCentre-weighted, Spot
ISO sensitivity80, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, Auto
Flash modesauto, Flash off, manual, Red-eye reduction
Flash range (tele)0.30 - 2.2 m
Flash range (wide)0.30 - 3.5 m
Internal memory32 MB
Compatible memory cardsmmc, sd
Motion JPEG frame rate30 fps
Video formats supportedavi
Maximum video resolution640 x 480 pixels
Display diagonal2.5 \
Display resolution (numeric)115000 pixels
Product colorBlack
Scene modesbeach, Children, Fireworks, Night, party (indoor), Portrait, Landscape (scenery)
Photo effectsblack&white, Neutral, Sepia, Vivid
White balanceauto, Cloudy, daylight, Fluorescent, manual, Tungsten
Camera playbackSlide show
Battery type2x AA / NiMH (NB4-300)
Bundled softwareZoomBrowser EX / ImageBrowser PhotoStitch TWAIN (2000)
Operating temperature (T-T)0 - 40 °C
Operating relative humidity (H-H)10 - 90 %
Viewfinder typeOptical
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
Depth40.8 mm
Width94.3 mm
Height64.7 mm
Weight175 g

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