Canon Powershot A620 User Manual (English)

Questions and Answers:

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websterchristopherAug 21, 2025
What to do if my Canon Digital Camera will not record?
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  David HoustonAug 21, 2025
  If your Canon Digital Camera isn't recording, first ensure the mode switch is set to shooting mode. If the flash is charging, wait for the orange indicator light to appear before pressing the shutter button. Check if the memory card is full; if so, insert a new one, or download images to a computer and erase them from the card. Also, verify that the memory card is formatted correctly. Finally, make sure the SD memory card is not write-protected by sliding the write protect tab upward, and if you're using the LCD monitor, ensure it is open.
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logan52Aug 22, 2025
How to fix a Canon Digital Camera that will not operate?
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  Katherine GallowayAug 23, 2025
  If your Canon Digital Camera won't operate, make sure the power is turned on by pressing the power button. Check that the memory card slot cover or battery cover is securely closed. Ensure the batteries are loaded in the correct direction and that you are using unused AA-size alkaline type or Canon AA-size NiMH batteries.
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Justin TranAug 25, 2025
How to fix a blurred image on a Canon Powershot A620 Digital Camera?
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  Heather GordonAug 25, 2025
  If the image from your Canon Digital Camera is blurred or out of focus, especially in dark places, the AF-assist Beam may be set to Off. Set it to On to activate it. Also, ensure that your hand isn't obstructing the AF-assist Beam when it's in use.
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mwelchAug 26, 2025
What to do if the subject is hard to focus on Canon Digital Camera?
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  Melinda MartinezAug 26, 2025
  If the subject is hard to focus on with your Canon Digital Camera, try using the focus lock, AF lock, or manual focus features.
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Alice MurrayAug 28, 2025
Why is the subject in my Canon Powershot A620 image too bright?
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  Gabrielle MorganAug 28, 2025
  If the image in your Canon Digital Camera appears too bright, especially when using the built-in flash, ensure that you are shooting within the correct distance of the subject. If the subject is bright against a darker background, try setting the exposure compensation to a negative setting. You can also use AE lock or the spot metering function, change the shooting angle, or set the flash to off.
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zyoungAug 29, 2025
Why is the subject in my Canon Powershot A620 Digital Camera recorded image too dark?
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  christine78Aug 29, 2025
  If the subject in your Canon Digital Camera image is too dark, especially when using the built-in flash, make sure you are within the correct shooting distance of the subject. Alternatively, try raising the ISO sensitivity before taking the shot.
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Dr. Damon Cook IIAug 31, 2025
What does 'Card locked!' mean on my Canon Powershot A620 Digital Camera?
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  acastilloAug 31, 2025
  If you are seeing a 'Card locked!' message on your Canon Digital Camera, it means the SD memory card’s write protect tab is set to “Write protect”. When you want to record, erase, or format the memory card, slide the tab upward.
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Madeline JohnsonSep 1, 2025
Why does continuous shooting slow down on my Canon Digital Camera?
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  Michele MurraySep 2, 2025
  If continuous shooting slows down on your Canon Digital Camera, it could be due to the memory card’s performance dropping. To enhance continuous shooting, format the memory card in the camera after saving all images to your computer.
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Jeffrey MartinSep 3, 2025
Why is my Canon Digital Camera image in viewfinder different from the recorded image?
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  theresa60Sep 3, 2025
  If the image seen in the viewfinder of your Canon Digital Camera differs from the recorded image, confirm the actual image size with the LCD monitor. Use the LCD monitor when taking close-up shots.
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John GravesSep 5, 2025
What to do if my Canon Digital Camera displays 'Change the batteries'?
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  Amber LivingstonSep 5, 2025
  If you see a “Change the batteries” message on your Canon Digital Camera, try replacing the batteries with 4 unused or fully charged batteries. You can also use the AC Adapter Kit ACK600 (sold separately). Try wiping the battery terminals with a clean, dry cloth and reloading the batteries several times.

Canon Powershot A620 Specifications

General

Interface	USB 2.0
Digital SLR	No
Built-in flash	Yes
Camera shutter speed	15 - 1/2, 500 s
Effective sensor resolution	7.1 pixels
Compatible operating systems	Windows 98SE / Me / 2000 SP4 / XP / XP SP1-2 OS X v10.2 - 10.3
Megapixel	7.1 MP
Sensor type	CCD
Supported aspect ratios	4:3
Battery type	NB4-200
Battery technology	Alkaline
Video formats supported	AVI
Maximum video resolution	640 x 480 pixels
Internal memory	32 MB
Compatible memory cards	mmc, sd
Scene modes	Children, Fireworks, Night landscape, Night portrait, Portrait, Underwater, Landscape (scenery)
Photo effects	black&white, Neutral, Sepia, Vivid
White balance	auto, Cloudy, daylight, Fluorescent, Tungsten
Self-timer delay	2 s
Playback zoom (max)	2 x
Bundled software	ZoomBrowser EX (PhotoRecord) / ImageBrowser PhotoStitch, RemoteCapture TWAIN (Windows 98 / 2000), WIA (Windows Me) ArcSoft PhotoStudio
Flash modes	Auto
Focus	TTL
Focus adjustment	Manual
Display diagonal	2 \
Display resolution (numeric)	7.1M pixels
Operating relative humidity (H-H)	10 - 90 %
Recommended operating temperature range (T-T)	0 - 40 °C
I/O ports	USB 2.0 Mini-B, PTP A/V out (PAL/NTSC)
ISO sensitivity	50, 100, 200, 400, AUTO
Product color	Silver
Viewfinder type	Optical
Camera shutter type	electronic, mechanical

Weight and Dimensions

Depth	49.1 mm
Width	104.8 mm
Height	66 mm
Weight	235 g

Summary

Handling Precautions

Please Read

Information regarding camera usage, copyright infringement, and warranty details.

Safety Precautions

Guidelines for safe operation of the camera and accessories to prevent injury or damage.

Preventing Malfunctions

Advice on avoiding common issues like magnetic fields and condensation.

Before Using the Camera – The Components Guide

Front View

Identifies external parts of the camera, including buttons, lens, and ports.

Back View

Identifies external parts on the rear of the camera, including screen and controls.

Operation Panel

Details the various buttons and controls on the camera's top and rear panels.

Before Using the Camera – Basic Operations

Using the LCD Monitor

Explains how to change display modes and information shown on the LCD.

Information Displayed on the LCD Monitor

Details the various icons and data displayed on the LCD during shooting.

Playback Information (Playback Mode)

Explains the information displayed when viewing images in playback mode.

Detailed

Details advanced information displayed on the LCD, including histograms and settings.

Using the Viewfinder

Explains how to use the camera's viewfinder for shooting and power saving.

Histogram Function

Describes the histogram graph for judging image brightness.

Indicators

Explains the meaning of various indicator lights and blinks on the camera.

Power Saving Function

Details the automatic power-off feature to conserve battery life.

Formatting Memory Cards

Instructions for initializing memory cards to ensure proper operation.

Menus and Settings

Overview of how to access and use the camera's menus for settings.

FUNC. Menu

Details how to access and use the Function menu for shooting settings.

Rec., Play, Set up and My Camera Menus

Explains how to navigate and use different camera menu categories.

Menu List

Provides a list of available menu items and their functions.

Resetting Settings to Their Default Values

Instructions on how to restore all camera settings to factory defaults.

Shooting

Changing the Resolution and Compression (Still Images)

How to adjust image resolution and compression for still photos.

Changing Resolutions and Frame Rates (Movies)

How to adjust resolution and frame rate for movie recording.

Using the Digital Zoom

Explains how to use the digital zoom feature for magnified shots.

Continuous Shooting

How to enable and use the burst shooting mode for rapid photos.

Postcard Date Imprint Mode

How to shoot images with date imprints for postcard printing.

Embedding the Date in the Image Data

Instructions for adding date stamps to image files.

Using the Self-Timer

How to set up and use the self-timer for delayed shots.

Changing the Delay Time and Number of Shots

Customizing self-timer delay and number of shots for advanced use.

Movie Shooting

Guides on selecting modes, resolution, and frame rates for movie recording.

Shooting Panoramic Images (Stitch Assist)

How to capture overlapping images for creating panoramas.

P Program AE

Explains automatic exposure control where camera sets shutter and aperture.

Tv Setting the Shutter Speed

How to manually set shutter speed while camera adjusts aperture.

Av Setting the Aperture

How to manually set aperture while camera adjusts shutter speed.

M Manually Setting the Shutter Speed and Aperture

Complete manual control over shutter speed and aperture for exposure.

Selecting an AF Frame

How to choose the focus area (AF frame) for accurate focusing.

Shooting Hard-to-Focus Subjects (Focus Lock, AF Lock, Manual Focus)

Techniques for focusing on difficult subjects using lock or manual modes.

Locking the Exposure Setting (AE Lock)

How to lock exposure settings for consistent shots in challenging lighting.

Locking the Flash Exposure Setting (FE Lock)

How to lock flash exposure settings for consistent flash illumination.

Switching between Metering Modes

Explains different metering modes for measuring light and their uses.

Adjusting the Exposure Compensation

How to adjust exposure to make images brighter or darker than automatic settings.

Adjusting the Tone (White Balance)

How to set white balance for accurate color reproduction under different lighting.

Changing the Photo Effect

How to apply various creative photo effects to images during shooting.

Shooting in a My Colors Mode

How to alter colors and tones directly during shooting for creative effects.

Changing the Save Method for the Original Image

How to save both original and altered images when using My Colors mode.

Setting the Camera to the Color Accent Mode

How to make only one color appear in the image, rest in black and white.

Setting the Camera to the Color Swap Mode

How to transform one color in an image into another specified color.

Setting the Camera to a Custom Color Mode

How to adjust color balance for red, green, blue, and skin tones.

Adjusting the ISO Speed

How to set ISO sensitivity to control image brightness and noise.

Switching between Flash Adjustment Settings

How to adjust flash output and settings for different shooting scenarios.

Switching the Timing at which the Flash Fires

How to control flash timing (1st/2nd curtain sync) for creative effects.

Saving Custom Settings

How to save and recall frequently used shooting modes and settings.

Setting the Auto Rotate Function

How to automatically rotate images based on camera orientation.

Resetting the File Number

How to reset the file numbering sequence for images.

Playback/Erasing

Magnifying Images

How to zoom in on images to check details during playback.

Viewing Images in Sets of Nine (Index Playback)

How to view multiple images at once in a grid format for quick browsing.

Jumping to Images

How to quickly navigate through images using search functions.

Viewing Movies

How to play back recorded movie clips on the camera.

Editing Movies

How to trim or cut portions from recorded movies.

Rotating Images in the Display

How to rotate images for proper viewing orientation.

Attaching Sound Memos to Images

How to record and attach short audio notes to still images.

Automated Playback (Auto Play)

How to automatically play back all images sequentially.

Protecting Images

How to prevent accidental deletion or editing of important images/movies.

Erasing All Images

How to delete all images from the memory card at once.

Print Settings/Transfer Settings

Setting the DPOF Print Settings

How to select images and specify print options for direct printing.

Setting the Print Style

How to choose print formats like standard, index, or date inclusion.

Setting the DPOF Transfer Settings

How to select images for transfer to a computer via DPOF.

Viewing Images on a TV set

Customizing the Camera (My Camera Settings)

Changing My Camera Settings

How to customize start-up images, sounds, and other camera preferences.

Registering My Camera Settings

How to save custom settings or sounds as My Camera settings.

Troubleshooting

Camera

Troubleshooting common camera operational issues like power or battery problems.

LCD monitor

Troubleshooting issues related to the camera's LCD screen display.

Shooting

Troubleshooting problems encountered during shooting, like recording failures.

Image is blurred or out of focus

Solutions for images appearing blurred or not in focus.

Subject in recorded image is too bright

How to fix images that are too bright due to overexposure.

Image flashes white. Image contains noise.

Troubleshooting white flashes and image noise issues.

Eyes appear red

How to prevent or fix red-eye effect in photos.

Continuous shooting slows down.

Troubleshooting slow continuous shooting performance.

Shooting Movies

Troubleshooting issues with movie recording time or unexpected stops.

Playback

Cannot play back.

Troubleshooting issues when images or movies cannot be played.

Movies do not play back correctly.

Troubleshooting for movies that play back with issues like frame drops.

Battery

Troubleshooting battery issues like quick consumption or charging problems.

List of Messages

Appendix

Battery Handling

Detailed instructions and precautions for handling camera batteries.

Handling the Memory Card

Precautions and guidelines for handling SD memory cards.

Formatting

Instructions and recommendations for formatting memory cards.

Using Rechargeable Batteries (Battery and Charger Kit CBK4-200)

Instructions for charging and using rechargeable AA-size NiMH batteries.

Using the AC Adapter Kit ACK600

Instructions for powering the camera using an AC adapter.

Using the Lenses (Sold Separately)

Instructions for attaching and using optional wide and telephoto converters.

Conversion Lens Adapter LA-DC58F (Sold Separately)

How to attach the conversion lens adapter for mounting converters.

Using an Externally Mounted Flash (Sold Separately)

Instructions for attaching and using the high-power external flash.

Camera Care and Maintenance

General guidelines for cleaning and maintaining the camera body, lens, and screen.

Specifications

Battery Capacity

Information on estimated battery life under various conditions and usage.

Memory Cards and Estimated Capacities

Table showing estimated image capacity for different memory cards and resolutions.

Movie

Table detailing movie recording times for different resolutions and frame rates.

Image Data Sizes (Estimated)

Table estimating file sizes for still images based on resolution and compression.

SD Memory Card

Specifications for SD memory cards, including dimensions and weight.

NiMH Battery NB-2AH

Specifications for the rechargeable NiMH battery, including capacity and cycle life.

Battery Charger CB-4AH/CB-4AHE

Specifications for the battery charger, including input, output, and charging time.

Compact Power Adapter CA-PS500

Specifications for the compact power adapter, including input, output, and dimensions.

Wide Converter WC-DC58N (Sold Separately)

Specifications for the wide converter, including magnification and thread diameter.

Tele-converter TC-DC58N (Sold Separately)

Specifications for the telephoto converter, including magnification and thread diameter.

Conversion Lens Adapter LA-DC58F (Sold Separately)

Specifications for the conversion lens adapter, including thread diameter and dimensions.

Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode

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Table of Contents

Questions and Answers:

Canon Powershot A620 Specifications

Summary

Handling Precautions

Please Read

Safety Precautions

Preventing Malfunctions

Before Using the Camera – The Components Guide

Front View

Back View

Operation Panel

Before Using the Camera – Basic Operations

Using the LCD Monitor

Information Displayed on the LCD Monitor

Playback Information (Playback Mode)

Detailed

Using the Viewfinder

Histogram Function

Indicators

Power Saving Function

Formatting Memory Cards

Menus and Settings

FUNC. Menu

Rec., Play, Set up and My Camera Menus

Menu List

Resetting Settings to Their Default Values

Shooting

Changing the Resolution and Compression (Still Images)

Changing Resolutions and Frame Rates (Movies)

Using the Digital Zoom

Continuous Shooting

Postcard Date Imprint Mode

Embedding the Date in the Image Data

Using the Self-Timer

Changing the Delay Time and Number of Shots

Movie Shooting

Shooting Panoramic Images (Stitch Assist)

P Program AE

Tv Setting the Shutter Speed

Av Setting the Aperture

M Manually Setting the Shutter Speed and Aperture

Selecting an AF Frame

Shooting Hard-to-Focus Subjects (Focus Lock, AF Lock, Manual Focus)

Locking the Exposure Setting (AE Lock)

Locking the Flash Exposure Setting (FE Lock)

Switching between Metering Modes

Adjusting the Exposure Compensation

Adjusting the Tone (White Balance)

Changing the Photo Effect

Shooting in a My Colors Mode

Changing the Save Method for the Original Image

Setting the Camera to the Color Accent Mode

Setting the Camera to the Color Swap Mode

Setting the Camera to a Custom Color Mode

Adjusting the ISO Speed

Switching between Flash Adjustment Settings

Switching the Timing at which the Flash Fires

Saving Custom Settings

Setting the Auto Rotate Function

Resetting the File Number

Playback/Erasing

Magnifying Images

Viewing Images in Sets of Nine (Index Playback)

Jumping to Images

Viewing Movies

Editing Movies

Rotating Images in the Display

Attaching Sound Memos to Images

Automated Playback (Auto Play)

Protecting Images

Erasing All Images

Print Settings/Transfer Settings

Setting the DPOF Print Settings

Setting the Print Style

Setting the DPOF Transfer Settings

Viewing Images on a TV set

Customizing the Camera (My Camera Settings)

Changing My Camera Settings