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Canon PowerShot A80 User Manual

Canon PowerShot A80
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Canon PowerShot A80 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Megapixel4.1 MP
Sensor typeCCD
Still image resolution(s)640 x 480, 1024 x 768, 1600 x 1200, 2272 x 1704
Digital zoom3.6 x
Optical zoom3 x
Digital SLRNo
Built-in flashYes
Camera shutter speed15 – 1/2000 s
Compatible operating systemsWindows 98/2000/Me/XP; Mac OS 9.0 – 9.2, OS X v10.1 / v10.2
Focal length (35mm film equivalent)38 - 114 mm
Internal memory32 MB
Compatible memory cardsCF
Maximum video resolution320 x 240 pixels
Display diagonal1.5 \
Product colorSilver
Number of batteries supported2
USB version2.0
Operating temperature (T-T)0 - 40 °C
Operating relative humidity (H-H)10 - 90 %
Flash modesRed-eye reduction
Scene modesNight, Portrait, Landscape (scenery)
Photo effectsblack&white, Neutral, Sepia, Vivid
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
Depth65 mm
Width103 mm
Height35 mm
Weight250 g

Summary

Read This First

Quick Start

Components Guide

Preparing the Camera

Installing the Batteries

Instructions for inserting batteries into the camera.

Installing a CF Card

Steps to insert a CF card into the camera.

Setting the Date/Time

How to set the camera's date and time.

Setting the Language

How to select the language for the LCD monitor.

Basic Functions

Turning the Power On

Steps to power the camera on and off.

Switching between Shooting and Playback

How to switch between camera modes.

Using the LCD Monitor

How to open and position the camera's LCD monitor.

Basic Functions

Using the Viewfinder to Shoot

How to use the optical viewfinder for composing shots.

Using the Zoom

How to adjust the camera's zoom for wide-angle or telephoto shots.

Pressing the Shutter Button

Explains the two-stage action of the shutter button.

Shooting-Letting the Camera Select Settings

Auto Mode

Using the camera's automatic settings for shooting.

Reviewing an Image Right After Shooting

How to view images immediately after taking them.

Changing the Resolution and Compression

Adjusting image quality settings for resolution and compression.

Shooting-Letting the Camera Select Settings

Using the Flash

Options and procedures for using the camera's built-in flash.

Portrait Mode

Shooting mode for sharp subjects and blurred backgrounds.

Landscape Mode

Shooting mode for capturing spacious landscape scenes.

Night Scene Mode

Mode for capturing subjects against dark backdrops.

Shooting-Letting the Camera Select Settings

Fast Shutter

Mode for shooting fast-moving objects.

Slow Shutter

Mode for shooting moving objects with blur effects.

Panoramic Images (Stitch Assist Mode)

Mode for capturing images to create panoramas.

Shooting-Letting the Camera Select Settings

Movie Mode

Mode for shooting video clips.

Macro Mode

Mode for close-up photography of small objects.

Shooting-Letting the Camera Select Settings

Self-Timer

Using the self-timer for delayed shots.

Digital Zoom

Using the camera's digital zoom feature.

Continuous Shooting

Shooting multiple frames rapidly.

Shooting-Selecting Particular Effects

P Program AE

Using Program AE mode for automatic shutter/aperture.

Tv Setting the Shutter Speed

Setting shutter speed in Shutter-priority AE mode.

Av Setting the Aperture

Setting aperture in Aperture-priority AE mode.

Shooting-Selecting Particular Effects

M Manually Setting the Shutter Speed and Aperture

Manually controlling shutter speed and aperture.

Switching Between Autofocus Modes

Changing AF frame selection methods.

Switching Between Light Metering Modes

Changing camera metering modes.

Shooting-Selecting Particular Effects

Adjusting the Exposure

Manually adjusting exposure compensation.

Adjusting the Tone (White Balance)

Adjusting white balance for accurate colors.

Setting a Custom White Balance

Setting custom white balance based on a reference.

Shooting-Selecting Particular Effects

Changing the Photo Effect

Applying different photo effects to images.

Changing the ISO Speed

Adjusting camera sensitivity to light.

Shooting-Selecting Particular Effects

Adjusting the Flash Output

Controlling flash intensity in manual mode.

Shooting Problem Subjects for the Autofocus

Tips for autofocusing on difficult subjects.

Shooting with Focus Lock

Locking focus on a subject.

Shooting-Selecting Particular Effects

Shooting with AF Lock

Locking AF and AE settings.

Shooting in Manual Focus Mode

Manually focusing the camera.

C1 C2 Saving Custom Settings

Saving and recalling custom shooting settings.

Setting the Auto Rotate Function

Enabling automatic image rotation.

Shooting-Selecting Particular Effects

Resetting the File Numbers

Managing file numbering.

Playback

Displaying Images Individually

Viewing single recorded images on the LCD.

Magnifying Images

Zooming in on images for detailed viewing.

Viewing Images in Sets of Nine (Index Playback)

Viewing multiple images at once in a grid.

Playback

Jumping Between Images

Navigating through images in index playback.

Viewing Movies

Playing back recorded movie clips.

Playback

Editing Movies

Deleting unwanted portions from movie clips.

Rotating Images in the Display

Rotating images for correct orientation.

Attaching Sound Memos to Images

Adding audio notes to images.

Auto Play

Automatically playing back all images from the CF card.

Protecting Images

Preventing accidental deletion of images.

Erasing

Erasing Images Individually

Deleting single images from the CF card.

Erasing All Images

Deleting all images from the CF card.

Formatting a CF Card

Initializing the CF card to erase all data.

Print Settings

About Printing

Overview of connecting to printers and lab services.

Print Settings (DPOF Print Settings)

Setting print options like style and date.

Image Transfer Settings (DPOF Transfer Order)

Selecting Images for Transferring

Marking images to transfer to a computer.

Downloading Images to a Computer

Connect the camera to a computer with the USB cable

Steps to connect camera via USB for image download.

Downloading Directly from a CF card

Downloading images using a CF card reader.

Viewing Images on a TV Set

Customizing the Camera (My Camera Settings)

Changing My Camera Settings

Customizing start-up image and sounds.

Registering My Camera Settings

Saving custom settings onto the CF card.

List of Menu Options and Messages

FUNC. Menu

Overview of FUNC. menu options and settings.

Rec. Menu

Overview of Rec. menu options and settings.

Play Menu

Overview of Play menu options and settings.

Set up Menu

Overview of Set up menu options and settings.

My Camera Menu

Overview of My Camera menu options and settings.

Resetting the Settings to Default

Restoring all camera settings to their factory defaults.

List of Messages

Explains common on-screen messages.

Appendix

Using the Battery Kits (Sold Separately)

Information on using rechargeable batteries and chargers.

Using the AC Adapter Kit ACK600

Using the AC adapter for continuous power.

Using the Lenses and Lens Adapter (Sold Separately)

Attaching optional lenses and adapters.

Camera Care and Maintenance

Troubleshooting

Specifications

Index

Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode

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