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Canon Powershot A650 IS User Manual

Canon Powershot A650 IS
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Camera User Guide
Camera User Guide
CDI-E364-010 © 2007 CANON INC. PRINTED IN CHINA
ENGLISH
DIGITAL CAMERA
Ensure that you read the Safety Precautions (p. 172-p. 181).
Getting Started
Learning More
Components Guide
Basic Operations
Commonly Used Shooting Functions
Shooting Using the Mode Dial
Various Shooting Methods
Playback/Erasing
Print Settings/Transfer Settings
Connecting to a TV
Troubleshooting
List of Messages
Appendix

Table of Contents

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Canon Powershot A650 IS Specifications

General IconGeneral
Megapixel12.1 MP
Sensor typeCCD
Image stabilizerYes
Image sensor size1/1.7 \
Maximum image resolution4000 x 3000 pixels
Still image resolution(s)640 x 480, 1600 x 1200, 2592 x 1944, 3264 x 2448, 4000 x 2248, 4000 x 3000, 4000 x 3000
Digital zoom4 x
Optical zoom6 x
Focal length range7.4 - 44.4 mm
InterfaceUSB
Digital SLRNo
Power sourceAA
Camera shutter speed15 - 1/2000 s
Compatible operating systemsWindows 2000 / XP / Vista
Focal length (35mm film equivalent)35 - 210 mm
Minimum system requirements for MacintoshMac OS X v10.3 - 10.4
FocusTTL
Super Macro focusing range0.01 m
Light meteringCentre-weighted, Spot
ISO sensitivity80, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600
Light exposure modesaperture priority AE, auto, manual, shutter priority AE
Flash modesauto, Flash off, manual, Red-eye reduction, Slow synchronization
Flash range (tele)0.5 - 2 m
Flash range (wide)0.5 - 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 \
Scene modesbeach, Children, Fireworks, Night, party (indoor), Portrait, Landscape (scenery)
White balanceauto, Cloudy, custom modes, daylight, Fluorescent, Tungsten
Self-timer delay2 s
Playback zoom (max)2 x
Product colorBlack
Battery technologyAlkaline
Number of batteries supported4
Operating temperature (T-T)0 - 40 °C
Operating relative humidity (H-H)10 - 90 %
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
Depth56.2 mm
Width112.1 mm
Height67.8 mm
Weight300 g

Summary

Getting Started

Preparations

Steps for initial camera setup, including installing batteries and memory cards.

Shooting Still Images

Instructions on how to capture still photographs using the camera.

Shooting Movies

Guide to recording video clips with the camera.

Downloading Images to a Computer

Guide for transferring image files from the camera to a PC.

Basic Operations

Resetting Settings to Their Default Values

Procedure to restore camera settings to factory defaults.

Commonly Used Shooting Functions

Shooting with the Optical Zoom

How to use the camera's optical zoom for framing shots.

Using the Flash

Guide to operating the camera's built-in flash modes.

Shooting Using the Mode Dial

Auto Mode

Explanation of automatic shooting mode and camera settings.

Various Shooting Methods

Continuous Shooting

How to shoot a sequence of images rapidly.

Adjusting the ISO Speed

Changing camera sensitivity to light for different shooting conditions.

Reducing Camera Shake When Shooting (Auto ISO Shift)

Using Auto ISO Shift to minimize blur from camera shake.

Adjusting the Exposure Compensation

Controlling overall image brightness by adjusting exposure.

Playback/Erasing

Print Settings/Transfer Settings

Connecting to a TV

Troubleshooting

Camera Issues

Solutions for common camera malfunctions and non-operation.

Power and Display Issues

Troubleshooting problems with power, LCD, and display behavior.

Shooting Problems

Resolving issues related to image recording and focus.

Playback Issues

Solutions for problems encountered during image or movie playback.

Battery and Power Issues

Addressing problems related to battery life and power consumption.

Connectivity Issues

Troubleshooting TV output and printer connection problems.

List of Messages

Memory Card Errors

Explanations and solutions for memory card-related messages.

System Errors

Troubleshooting messages related to camera system malfunctions.

Appendix

Safety Precautions

Important safety guidelines for using the camera and accessories.

Warnings

Critical warnings regarding equipment handling and potential hazards.

Cautions

General advice and precautions for equipment use and storage.

Battery Handling

Guidelines for proper battery care, charging, and replacement.

Handling the Memory Card

Best practices for using and caring for memory cards.

Formatting Memory Cards

How to initialize memory cards for camera use.

Camera Care and Maintenance

Advice on cleaning and maintaining the camera body, lens, and screen.

Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode

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