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General| Sensor Type | CMOS |
|---|---|
| Sensor Size | 1/2.3 inch |
| Megapixels | 10.1 MP |
| Optical Zoom | 12x |
| Digital Zoom | 4x |
| LCD Screen Size | 3.0 inch |
| LCD Monitor Resolution | 461, 000 dots |
| Video Resolution | 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) |
| Image Stabilization | Optical |
| ISO Range | 100 - 3200 |
| ISO Sensitivity | Auto, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 3200 |
| Focusing System | TTL Autofocus |
| Continuous Shooting Speed | Approx. 3.4 fps |
| Video Recording | Yes |
| Battery Type | NB-11L |
| Weight | Approx. 145 g (including battery and memory card) |
| Shutter Speed | 15 - 1/2000 sec. |
Information about included software and PDF manuals, and Adobe Reader requirement.
Important notes and legal information regarding camera usage, warranty, and LCD display.
Guidance for resolving common camera issues and problems.
Important precautions for safe and proper camera handling and usage.
Step-by-step instructions for attaching the camera strap.
Guidelines for securely holding the camera while shooting.
Instructions for charging the camera battery using the included charger.
Detailed steps for correctly inserting the camera battery.
Instructions for inserting a memory card into the camera.
Procedure for safely removing the camera battery.
Steps for removing the memory card from the camera.
Guide to setting the camera's date, time, and time zone.
Instructions for adjusting the camera's date and time settings.
Steps for changing the camera's display language.
Guide to using the Smart Auto mode for automatic shooting.
Instructions for shooting movies with the camera.
How to view images and movies after shooting.
Procedure for erasing unwanted images one by one.
Overview of capabilities provided by the ImageBrowser EX software.
Information about updating software and downloading new functions online.
Details on accessing and using the included PDF manuals.
Requirements for Windows and Macintosh computers for using the software.
Step-by-step guide for installing the camera software and manuals.
Instructions for transferring images from the camera to a computer.
How to install and use the PDF manuals from the CD-ROM.
List of accessories that come bundled with the camera.
List of separately sold accessories available for the camera.
Details on optional power supplies like battery packs and AC adapters.
Information about compatible flash units for the camera.
List of other optional accessories like cases and cables.
Information on compatible Canon PictBridge printers.
An introduction to fundamental camera operations and features.
How to turn the camera on and off for shooting.
How to turn the camera on and off for viewing images.
Explanation of automatic power saving features to conserve battery.
Overview of available shooting modes and their functions.
How to check and display the current time on the camera.
Introduction to Smart Auto mode for simplified shooting.
General shooting tips and notes for both still images and movies.
Specific tips and warnings for shooting still images.
Specific tips and notes for shooting movies.
Explanation of scene icons and their meanings in Smart Auto mode.
Information on scenes that trigger continuous shooting and their icons.
Explanation of various image stabilization icons displayed in AUTO mode.
How on-screen frames indicate subject detection and focus status.
Guide to using digital zoom for enlarging subjects beyond optical zoom.
Instructions for using the self-timer for timed shots.
Using the self-timer for a 2-second delay to prevent camera shake.
How to adjust self-timer delay and number of shots.
Steps to configure the camera for shooting without using the flash.
How to embed the shooting date and time onto images.
Guide to selecting and tracking subjects for autofocus.
Information about the Face ID feature for prioritizing subjects.
Steps for registering personal face information for Face ID.
Details on saved Face ID, name, and birthday information.
Instructions for entering a name for registered Face ID profiles.
Instructions for entering a birthday for registered Face ID profiles.
How to save the entered Face ID profile settings.
Tips for registering more face information for better recognition.
How Face ID affects shooting behavior and subject prioritization.
How to check and edit registered Face ID information.
Instructions for modifying names and birthdays in Face ID profiles.
How to overwrite existing or add new face information.
Procedure for erasing registered Face ID information.
How to erase Face ID information (face info, name, birthday).
Guide to changing the image aspect ratio (width to height).
How to choose from different image resolution levels.
Recommendations for resolution based on paper size and e-mailing.
How to automatically correct red-eye in flash photography.
How to correct greenish tinges in shots taken under mercury lamps.
Explanation of the three available movie image quality settings.
How to use the wind filter to reduce distorted audio from wind.
How to display grid lines on the screen for shooting reference.
How to check focus by magnifying the image area in the AF frame.
How the camera detects and indicates closed eyes in subjects.
Steps to turn off the AF assist beam for focusing in low light.
How to turn off the red-eye reduction lamp.
How to adjust how long images are displayed after taking a shot.
How to change the way images are displayed after shots.
Introduction to advanced shooting modes and special functions.
How to take portraits with a softening effect.
Tips for shooting evening scenes handheld.
How to shoot in low light conditions with minimal blur.
How to take natural-colored underwater shots.
How to take bright shots of people against snowy backgrounds.
How to capture vivid shots of fireworks.
How to manually correct white balance for different lighting conditions.
How to apply a smoothening effect to skin tones in portraits.
How to capture shots in rich, vivid colors.
How to create poster-like or illustrated shots.
How to achieve a distorting fish-eye lens effect.
How to create a miniature model effect by blurring image areas.
How to make images resemble toy camera shots with vignetting.
How to achieve a soft focus effect as if using a filter.
How to shoot images in black and white, sepia, or blue tones.
How to keep one color and change others to black and white.
How to replace one image color with another before shooting.
How to create short movies by shooting still images.
How the camera shoots automatically after detecting a smile.
How to use the wink self-timer to trigger the camera.
How to use the face self-timer for group photos including the photographer.
How to shoot long exposures using shutter speeds from 1 to 15 seconds.
How to shoot a series of shots in rapid succession.
How continuously shot images are managed and displayed.
How to shoot multiple images to combine into a panorama.
How to shoot fast-moving subjects for slow-motion playback.
How to shoot movies editable with iFrame software.
Introduction to Program AE mode for detailed shooting control.
How to adjust the standard exposure level in 1/3-stop increments.
How to lock exposure and specify focus separately before shooting.
How to adjust the metering method for measuring brightness.
How to automatically adjust ISO speed based on shooting conditions.
How to automatically adjust brightness and contrast for subjects.
How to adjust white balance for natural image colors.
How to set a custom white balance based on lighting conditions.
How to change image color tones like sepia or black and white.
How to adjust contrast, sharpness, and color saturation.
How to set up and perform continuous shooting.
How to restrict focus to subjects at close range.
How to restrict focus to distant subjects.
How to increase focal length using digital tele-converter.
How to change the AF frame mode to suit shooting conditions.
How Face Detect sets focus, exposure, and white balance.
How to select and track subjects for autofocus.
How the center AF frame mode works for reliable focusing.
How to recompose shots after locking focus and exposure.
How Servo AF helps avoid missing shots of moving subjects.
How to change the default focus operation from continuous to manual.
How to lock the focus, so it doesn't change when releasing the shutter button.
How to enable the flash for each shot.
How to use slow synchro flash for better subject and background lighting.
How to lock the flash exposure for flash shots.
How to choose between Super Fine and Fine compression ratios.
How to configure Image Stabilization (IS) modes.
How to turn off Powered IS for stronger camera shake.
Introduction to reviewing, browsing, and editing shots in playback mode.
How to view images and movies on the camera screen.
How to play movies, adjust volume, and pause playback.
How to view detected people's names in simple information display.
How to switch between display modes for viewing information.
Explanation of the overexposure warning for image highlights.
How to check the histogram for checking image exposure.
How to check the focus of shots by magnifying image areas.
How to display and navigate through images in an index view.
How to specify search conditions to find specific images.
How to view Movie Digest movies created in mode.
How to view individual images that are part of a group.
How to change or erase names for Face ID registered people.
Procedure for erasing names associated with Face ID.
How to magnify images for closer inspection.
How to automatically play back images from a memory card.
How to customize slideshow repeat, transitions, and display duration.
How the camera offers similar images for playback.
How to access the menu to protect images.
Steps to protect individual images.
How to protect a range of images.
How to protect all images on the memory card at once.
How to choose a method for erasing all images.
Steps for selecting and erasing individual images.
Steps for selecting and erasing a range of images.
Steps for selecting and erasing all images.
How to use the menu to rotate images.
How to turn off the camera's automatic image rotation feature.
How to tag images as favorites for easy identification.
How to use the menu to access favorite tagging.
How to organize images into categories based on shooting conditions.
How to use the menu for image categorization.
Steps for selecting and categorizing individual images.
How to select a range of images for categorization.
How to save a copy of images at a lower resolution.
How to specify a portion of an image to save as a separate file.
How to adjust image colors and save the edited image.
How to automatically adjust brightness and contrast for dark areas.
How to automatically correct red-eye in images and save the corrected file.
How to save the edited movie as a new file or overwrite.
Introduction to customizing basic camera functions.
How to silence camera sounds and movies.
How to adjust the volume of individual camera sounds.
How to customize camera operating sounds.
How to deactivate the display of hints and tips.
How to adjust the camera's screen brightness.
How to customize the start-up screen shown after turning the camera on.
Steps for customizing the camera's start-up image.
How to format a memory card before first use.
When and how to perform low-level formatting on a memory card.
How to change the camera's file numbering system.
How to create folders based on the shooting date.
How to adjust the time it takes for the lens to retract.
How to adjust automatic camera and screen deactivation timings.
How to set and switch to different time zones for travel.
How to access and configure the date/time settings.
How to change the camera's display language.
Information on other adjustable settings like Video System and Ctrl via HDMI.
How to reset camera settings to their default values.
Introduction to using included and optional Canon accessories.
Tips for optimal battery charging, storage, and charger usage.
List of separately sold accessories available for the camera.
Details on optional power supplies like battery packs and AC adapters.
Information about optional external flash units.
List of other optional accessories like waterproof cases and cables.
Information on compatible Canon PictBridge printers.
How to view camera shots on a TV screen.
How to connect the camera to an SD TV using an AV cable.
How to connect the camera to an HDTV using an HDMI cable.
How to control camera playback using a TV remote.
List and description of camera control panel options on TV.
How to power the camera using an AC adapter kit.
How to easily print shots by connecting to a PictBridge printer.
How to configure print settings like date, file number, and copies.
How to crop images before printing to select a desired area.
How to choose paper size, type, and layout for printing.
Description of available printing layout options.
How to print images for identification purposes.
How to print movie scenes as still images or sequences.
Explanation of Single and Sequence movie printing options.
How to add images to a print list for batch printing.
How to add images to the print list using the FUNC. menu.
How to set up printing for individual images and specify quantities.
How to set up printing for a range of selected images.
How to set up printing for all images at once.
How to clear all selected images from the print list.
How to print images from the print list after connecting to a printer.
How to set up photobooks by selecting images from a memory card.
How to choose the method for selecting images for a photobook.
Steps for selecting and adding individual images to a photobook.
How to add all images to a photobook.
How to remove all images from a photobook.
A collection of helpful information for camera users.
Troubleshooting issues related to camera power and battery.
Troubleshooting distorted or missing images when viewing on a TV.
Troubleshooting common shooting problems.
Troubleshooting steps for when shots are out of focus.
Troubleshooting steps when AF frames are not displayed or focus fails.
Troubleshooting steps for when shots appear too dark.
Troubleshooting for shots that are too bright with washed-out highlights.
Troubleshooting for dark shots even when the flash fires.
Troubleshooting for bright flash shots with washed-out highlights.
Troubleshooting white dots or artifacts in flash shots.
Troubleshooting grainy shots by adjusting ISO speed.
Troubleshooting red-eye issues and using the red-eye reduction lamp.
Troubleshooting slow recording or continuous shooting.
Troubleshooting unavailable shooting or FUNC. menu settings.
Troubleshooting why Babies/Children icons are not displayed.
Troubleshooting incorrect elapsed time or interrupted movie recording.
Troubleshooting buffer issues causing shooting to stop automatically.
Understanding distorted subjects in movies.
Troubleshooting why image or movie playback might not be possible.
Troubleshooting playback interruptions or audio skips.
Troubleshooting issues when transferring images to a computer.
Troubleshooting steps when no memory card is detected.
Troubleshooting steps when the camera cannot record.
Troubleshooting steps for memory card errors.
Troubleshooting steps for insufficient space on the memory card.
Instructions to change the battery pack.
Troubleshooting when no images can be displayed.
Information about protected images.
Troubleshooting unsupported or incompatible image files.
Troubleshooting unavailable functions for certain images.
Troubleshooting invalid image selection ranges.
Troubleshooting when the selection limit is exceeded.
Troubleshooting communication errors during printing or transfer.
Troubleshooting naming errors related to folder or image numbers.
Troubleshooting lens errors.
Troubleshooting general camera errors and error codes.
Troubleshooting file errors, possibly related to computer editing.
Troubleshooting print errors.
Troubleshooting when the ink absorber is full.
Explanation of icons and information displayed during shooting.
Explanation of on-screen icons indicating battery charge level.
Explanation of information displayed during detailed playback.
Overview of movie control panel functions during playback.
Table showing function availability across different shooting modes.
Table detailing FUNC. menu functions across shooting modes.
Table showing shooting menu functions across shooting modes.
List of items and reference pages for the Setup menu.
List of items and reference pages for the Playback menu.
List of items and reference pages for the Print menu.
List of items and reference pages for the Playback FUNC. menu.
Index entries starting with 'A'.
Index entries starting with 'B'.
Index entries starting with 'C'.
Index entries starting with 'D'.
Index entries starting with 'E'.
Index entries starting with 'F'.
Index entries starting with 'G'.
Index entries starting with 'H'.
Index entries starting with 'I'.
Index entries starting with 'L'.
Index entries starting with 'M'.
Index entries starting with 'P'.
Index entries starting with 'R'.
Index entries starting with 'S'.
Index entries starting with 'V'.
Index entries starting with 'W'.
Index entries starting with 'Z'.
Information and safety instructions for the CB-2LBE battery charger.
Introduction to the Getting Started guide and PDF manuals.
Key information and tips for using the manual.
Tips and notes for advanced camera users.
Step-by-step instructions for attaching the camera strap.
Guidelines for securely holding the camera while shooting.
Instructions for charging the camera battery using the included charger.
Detailed steps for correctly inserting the camera battery.
Instructions for inserting a memory card into the camera.
Procedure for safely removing the camera battery.
Steps for removing the memory card from the camera.
Guide to setting the camera's date, time, and time zone.
Instructions for adjusting the camera's date and time settings.
Steps for changing the camera's display language.
Guide to using the Smart Auto mode for automatic shooting.
Instructions for shooting still images, including focus and capture.
Instructions for shooting movies with the camera.
How to view images and movies after shooting.
How to play movies, adjust volume, and pause playback.
Procedure for erasing unwanted images one by one.
Overview of capabilities provided by the ImageBrowser EX software.
Information about updating software and downloading new functions online.
Details on accessing and using the included PDF manuals.
Requirements for Windows and Macintosh computers for using the software.
Step-by-step guide for installing the camera software and manuals.
Instructions for transferring images from the camera to a computer.
How to install and use the PDF manuals from the CD-ROM.
List of accessories that come bundled with the camera.
List of separately sold accessories available for the camera.
Details on optional power supplies like battery packs and AC adapters.
Information about optional external flash units.
List of other optional accessories like waterproof cases and cables.
Information on compatible Canon PictBridge printers.
Details on the camera's effective pixel count.
Specifications for the camera's lens focal length.
Specifications for the camera's LCD monitor.
Supported file formats for images and movies.
Supported data types for still images and movies.
Details on the camera's interface ports.
Information on the camera's power sources.
Camera dimensions based on CIPA guidelines.
Camera weight based on CIPA guidelines.
Estimates for number of shots, recording time, and playback time.
Estimates for the number of 4:3 shots per memory card.
Estimates for recording time per memory card based on image quality.
Specifications for the camera's flash range.
Specifications for the camera's shooting range in different modes.
Specifications for the continuous shooting speed in various modes.
Specifications for shutter speed ranges in different modes.
Specifications for the camera's aperture (f-number).
Detailed specifications for the NB-9L battery pack.
Detailed specifications for the CB-2LB/2LBE battery charger.
Information and safety instructions for the CB-2LBE battery charger.
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