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Canon powershot elph 170 is - User Manual

Canon powershot elph 170 is
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Camera User Guide
English
©CANON INC. 2015 CDJ-E640-010
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Questions and Answers

  • G
    George WagnerSep 4, 2025
    Why do my Canon powershot elph 170 is Digital Camera shots look grainy?
    • M
      Miss Caitlin VelezSep 4, 2025
      If your Canon Digital Camera shots look grainy, try lowering the ISO speed. High ISO speeds in some shooting modes can cause grainy images.
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    tiffany21Sep 18, 2025
    Why is playback not possible on my Canon Digital Camera?
    • K
      Kayla EstesSep 18, 2025
      Image or movie playback may not be possible on your Canon Digital Camera if a computer is used to rename files or alter the folder structure.
  • M
    Miss Natasha Wolfe DDSSep 16, 2025
    Why does my Canon Digital Camera display [ ] and stop shooting?
    • R
      Robert JohnsonSep 16, 2025
      If your Canon Digital Camera displays [ ] and stops shooting automatically, try using the camera to perform low-level formatting of the memory card. You can also lower the image quality or switch to a memory card that supports high-speed recording.
  • M
    Mary JacksonSep 14, 2025
    Why is there no sound during Canon powershot elph 170 is movies?
    • D
      Daisy MorrisonSep 14, 2025
      If there is no sound during movies on your Canon Digital Camera, adjust the volume if you have activated [Mute] or if the sound in the movie is faint.
  • H
    henryjacquelineSep 12, 2025
    Why is the elapsed time incorrect or recording interrupted on my Canon powershot elph 170 is?
    • C
      Christopher MccallSep 12, 2025
      If the elapsed time shown is incorrect or recording is interrupted on your Canon Digital Camera, use the camera to format the memory card, or switch to a card that supports high-speed recording.
  • M
    Mark GarciaSep 12, 2025
    Why does playback stop or audio skip on my Canon Digital Camera?
    • K
      Kimberly KimSep 12, 2025
      To resolve playback issues like stopping or audio skipping on your Canon Digital Camera, switch to a memory card that you have performed low-level formatting on with the camera. There may be brief interruptions when playing movies copied to memory cards that have slow read speeds. When movies are played on a computer, frames may be dropped and audio may skip if computer performance is inadequate.
  • L
    Luis ButlerSep 9, 2025
    How to add a date stamp to Canon Digital Camera images?
    • J
      James UnderwoodSep 9, 2025
      To add a date stamp to your Canon Digital Camera images, configure the [Date Stamp] setting. Note that date stamps are not added in shooting modes where this setting cannot be configured.
  • R
    reedbradleySep 7, 2025
    What to do if the lens is not retracted on my Canon powershot elph 170 is Digital Camera?
    • K
      Kathleen AdamsSep 7, 2025
      If the lens on your Canon Digital Camera is not retracting, do not open the memory card/battery cover while the camera is on. Close the cover, turn the camera on, and then turn it off again.
  • B
    Brittany MooreSep 5, 2025
    How to reduce red-eye in Canon Digital Camera photos?
    • T
      Tina HarrisSep 6, 2025
      To reduce red-eye in your Canon Digital Camera photos, set [Lamp Setting] to [On] to activate the red-eye reduction lamp when using the flash. Alternatively, you can edit images later using red-eye correction software.
  • R
    Rachel ClarkAug 21, 2025
    How to fix a Canon Digital Camera that won't turn on?
    • U
      ubookerAug 21, 2025
      If your Canon Digital Camera doesn't turn on when you press the power button, make sure the battery pack is charged and inserted correctly. Also, confirm that the memory card/battery cover is fully closed. Dirty battery terminals can also cause this issue; try cleaning them with a cotton swab and reinserting the battery pack a few times.

Summary

Package Contents

Compatible Memory Cards

Details the types of memory cards compatible with the camera.

Preliminary Notes and Legal Information

Part Names and Conventions in This Guide

Identifies camera parts and explains conventions used throughout the guide.

Safety Precautions

Basic Guide

Initial Preparations

Steps for setting up the camera before first use, including strap attachment.

Trying the Camera Out

Guide to basic camera operation: powering on, shooting, and viewing.

Advanced Guide

Camera Basics

Fundamental camera functions like power, shutter, display, and menus.

Auto Mode

Utilizing automatic settings for simple and convenient shooting.

Other Shooting Modes

Exploring various shooting modes for specific scenes and effects.

P Mode

Using Program AE for greater control over shooting preferences.

Canon powershot elph 170 is Specifications

General IconGeneral
Megapixel20 MP
Camera typeCompact camera
Sensor typeCCD
Image stabilizerYes
Total megapixels20.5 MP
Image sensor size1/2.3 \
Image formats supportedJPG
Maximum image resolution5152 x 3864 pixels
Still image resolution(s)5152 x 3864\\r 3648 x 2736\\r 2048 x 1536\\r 640 x 480\\r 5152 x 2896\\r 2560 x 1920
Digital zoom4 x
Optical zoom12 x
Combined zoom48 x
Focal length range4.5 - 54 mm
Maximum aperture number7
Minimum aperture number3.6
Maximum focal length (35mm film equiv)300 mm
Minimum focal length (35mm film equiv)25 mm
FocusTTL
Focus adjustmentAuto
Normal focusing range0.05 - ∞, 1 - ∞ m
Macro focusing range (wide)1 - 0.5 m
Normal focusing range (wide)0.05 - ∞ m
Auto Mode focusing range (tele)1 - ∞ m
Auto Mode focusing range (wide)0.01 - ∞ m
Light meteringCentre-weighted, Evaluative (Multi-pattern), Spot
ISO sensitivity100, 1600, Auto
Light exposure modesAuto, Manual
ISO sensitivity (max)1600
ISO sensitivity (min)100
Light exposure controlProgram AE
Light exposure correction± 2EV (1/3EV step)
Fastest camera shutter speed1/2000 s
Slowest camera shutter speed15 s
Flash modesAuto, Flash off, Flash on, Red-eye reduction, Slow synchronization
Flash range (tele)1 - 2 m
Flash range (wide)0.5 - 4 m
Flash recharging time10 s
Video resolutions640 x 480, 1280 x 720 pixels
Motion JPEG frame rate25 fps
Video formats supportedH.264, MOV, MPEG4
Maximum video resolution1280 x 720 pixels
Analog signal format systemNTSC, PAL
Audio formats supportedPCM
Memory slots1
Compatible memory cardsSD, SDHC, SDXC
Field of view100 %
Display diagonal2.7 \
Display aspect ratio4:3
Vari-angle LCD displayNo
Display resolution (numeric)230000 pixels
USB version-
Scene modesFireworks, Portrait, Snow
Photo effectsBlack&White, Vivid
White balanceAuto, Cloudy, Custom modes, Daylight, Fluorescent, Fluorescent H, Tungsten
Camera playbackSingle image, Slide show
Image processorDIGIC 4+
Self-timer delay2, 10 s
Camera file systemDPOF 1.1, Exif 2.3
Power source typeBattery
Battery typeNB-11LH/NB-11L
Battery life (CIPA standard)255 shots
Product colorSilver
Operating temperature (T-T)0 - 40 °C
Operating relative humidity (H-H)10 - 90 %
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
Depth22.6 mm
Width99.6 mm
Height57.6 mm
Weight124 g
Weight (including battery)141 g

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