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Canon PowerShot G1X Mark II User Manual

Canon PowerShot G1X Mark II
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Before Use
Basic Guide
Advanced Guide
Camera Basics
Auto Mode / Hybrid
Auto Mode
Other Shooting
Modes
P Mode
Tv, Av, M, C1, and
C2 Mode
Playback Mode
Wi-Fi Functions
Setting Menu
Accessories
Appendix
Index
Camera User Guide
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Canon PowerShot G1X Mark II Specifications

General IconGeneral
Product colorBlack
Megapixel13.1 MP
Camera typeCompact camera
Sensor typeCMOS
Image stabilizerYes
Image sensor size1.5 \
Image formats supportedJPEG, RAW
Supported aspect ratios3:2, 4:3
Maximum image resolution4352 x 2448 pixels
Still image resolution(s)4352 x 2448, 4352 x 2904, 4160 x 3120, 3120 x 3120, 3072 x 2304, 3072 x 2048, 2304 x 2304, 2048 x 1536, 2048 x 1368, 1920 x 1080, 1536 x 1536, 1232 x 1536, 640 x 480, 640 x 360, 640 x 424, 480 x 480, 384x 480
Scene modesPortrait
Photo effects-
Start-up time1300 ms
White balanceAuto, Cloudy, Fluorescent, Fluorescent H, Shade, Sunny, Underwater
Shooting modesAuto, Manual, Movie
GPS (satellite)No
Image processorDIGIC 6
Self-timer delay2, 10 s
Languages supportENG, JPN
Camera file systemDCF, DPOF 1.1
Sustainability certificatesRoHS
Digital zoom4 x
Optical zoom5 x
Focal length range12.5 - 62.5 mm
Maximum aperture number16
Minimum aperture number2
Number of diaphragm blades9
Lens structure (elements/groups)11/14
Maximum focal length (35mm film equiv)120 mm
Minimum focal length (35mm film equiv)24 mm
Field of view100 %
Display diagonal3 \
Display aspect ratio3:2
Focus adjustmentAuto/Manual
Auto focusing (AF) modesContinuous Auto Focus, Servo Auto Focus
Macro focusing range (wide)0.05 - 0.5 m
Normal focusing range (tele)- m
Auto Mode focusing range (tele)0.4 - ∞ m
Auto Mode focusing range (wide)0.05 - ∞ m
Light meteringCentre-weighted, Evaluative (Multi-pattern), Spot
ISO sensitivity100, 125, 160, 200, 250, 320, 400, 500, 640, 800, 1000, 1250, 1600, 2000, 2250, 2500, 3200, 4000, 5000, 6400, 8000, 10000, 12500, 12800
Light exposure modesAuto, Manual
ISO sensitivity (max)12800
ISO sensitivity (min)100
Light exposure correction± 3EV (1/3EV step)
Camera shutter typeElectronic
Shutter speed settingsT
Fastest camera shutter speed1/4000 s
Slowest camera shutter speed60 s
Compatible memory cardsSD, SDHC, SDXC
Video resolutions640 x 480, 1280 x 720, 1920 x 1080 pixels
Motion JPEG frame rate30 fps
Video formats supportedAVC, H.264, MP4, MPEG4
Maximum video resolution1920 x 1080 pixels
Resolution at capture speed640x480@30fps, 1280x720@30fps, 1920x1080@30fps
Audio formats supportedAAC
USB version2.0
USB connectorMini-USB B
HDMI connector typeMicro
Power source typeBattery
Battery typeNB - 12L
Battery recharge time3 h
Number of batteries supported1
Operating temperature (T-T)0 - 40 °C
Operating relative humidity (H-H)10 - 90 %
Bundled softwareImageBrowser EX / Digital Photo Professional
Flash modesAuto, Manual, Normal, Red-eye reduction, Stroboscopic
Flash range (tele)1.4 - 3.5 m
Flash range (wide)0.5 - 6.8 m
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
Depth66.2 mm
Width116.3 mm
Height74 mm
Weight516 g
Weight (including battery)553 g

Summary

Part Names and Conventions in This Guide

Common Camera Operations

Safety Precautions

Basic Guide

Initial Preparations

Covers essential steps before shooting, including attaching the strap and charging the battery pack.

Setting the Date and Time

On/Off

Shutter Button

Shooting Modes

Adjusting the Screen Angle and Orientation

Using the FUNC. Menu

Using Menus

Auto Mode / Hybrid Auto Mode

Shooting with Camera-Determined Settings

Explains fully automatic shooting using camera-determined settings for optimal shots.

Using Face ID

Details on registering and using Face ID for personalized focus, brightness, and color optimization.

Shooting in Hybrid Auto Mode

Continuous Shooting

Using Face ID

Registering Face ID Information

Checking and Editing Registered Information

Overwriting and Adding Face Information

Erasing Registered Information

Image Customization Features

Changing Image Resolution (Size)

Red-Eye Correction

Helpful Shooting Features

Magnifying the Area in Focus

Customizing Camera Operation

Other Shooting Modes

Enjoying a Variety of Images from Each Shot (Creative Shot)

Learn how to capture multiple images with effects using camera-determined settings.

Enjoying a Variety of Images from Each Shot (Creative Shot)

Specific Scenes

Image Effects (Creative Filters)

Shooting High-Contrast Scenes (High Dynamic Range)

Special Modes for Other Purposes

Using the Wink Self-Timer

Using the Face Self-Timer

Shooting Starry Skies (Star)

Shooting Night Scenes under Starry Skies (Star Nightscape)

Shooting Movies of Star Movement (Star Time-Lapse Movie)

Shooting Various Movies

Shooting Movies in [E] Mode

Instructions for shooting movies in the Movie mode, covering settings and operations.

P Mode

Shooting in Program AE ([P] Mode)

Covers customizing settings in Program AE mode for personalized shooting styles.

Image Colors

Details on adjusting white balance and color tones for natural image colors.

Shooting Range and Focusing

Covers macro shooting, manual focus, and fine-tuning focus for sharp images.

Flash

Information on changing flash modes, exposure compensation, and flash timing.

Shooting RAW Images

Explains shooting in RAW format for maximum image quality and post-processing flexibility.

Shooting in Program AE ([P] Mode)

Image Brightness (Exposure)

Explains adjusting image brightness using exposure compensation and AE lock.

Locking Image Brightness / Exposure (AE Lock)

Changing the ISO Speed

Auto Exposure Bracketing (AEB Shooting)

Correcting Image Brightness (i-Contrast)

Image Colors

Adjusting White Balance

Guides on adjusting white balance for natural image colors under various lighting.

Manually Correcting White Balance

Changing Image Color Tones (My Colors)

Shooting Range and Focusing

Shooting Close-Ups (Macro)

Instructions for restricting focus to subjects at close range for macro photography.

Shooting in Manual Focus Mode

Guides on using manual focus when autofocus is difficult, specifying general focal positions.

Fine-tuning the Focus

Easily Identifying the Focus Area (MF Peaking)

Changing the AF Frame Mode

Face AiAF

Shooting with Servo AF

Choosing a Person to Focus On (Face Select)

Choosing Subjects to Focus On (Touch AF)

Shooting with the AF Lock

Shooting Continuously as the Camera Keeps the Subject in Focus

Flash

Changing the Flash Mode

Covers various flash modes like Auto, On, Slow Synchro, and Off.

Adjusting the Flash Exposure Compensation

Shooting with the FE Lock

Shooting RAW Images

Other Settings

Tv, Av, M, C1, and C2 Mode

Specific Shutter Speeds ([Tv] Mode)

Instructions on setting preferred shutter speeds and how the camera adjusts aperture automatically.

Specific Aperture Values ([Av] Mode)

Guides on setting preferred aperture values and how the camera adjusts shutter speed.

Specific Shutter Speeds and Aperture Values ([M] Mode)

Steps to set preferred shutter speed and aperture value for desired exposure.

Customization for Shooting Styles

Covers customizing controls, display info, FUNC. menu, and saving settings.

Assigning Functions to Controls

Customizing the FUNC. Menu (FUNC. Menu Layout)

Saving Shooting Settings

Saving Commonly Used Shooting Menu Items (My Menu)

Playback Mode

Viewing

Guides on entering playback mode and browsing through images and movies.

Protecting Images

Explains how to protect important images from accidental erasure.

Erasing Images

Provides instructions on erasing individual or multiple unwanted images.

Viewing

Viewing Short Movies Created When Shooting Still Images (Digest Movies)

Browsing and Filtering Images

Editing Face ID Information

Image Viewing Options

Protecting Images

Choosing Images Individually

Selecting a Range

Specifying All Images at Once

Erasing Images

Erasing Multiple Images at Once

Convenient Control Using the < > Button

Convenient Control: Touch Actions

Changing Touch Actions Functions

Editing Still Images

Cropping

Correcting Image Brightness (i-Contrast)

Correcting Red-Eye

Editing Movies

Wi-Fi Functions

What You Can Do with Wi-Fi

Overview of wireless capabilities, including sending images and using web services.

Connecting via an Access Point

Guides on connecting the camera to access points for wireless network access.

Sending Images

Covers sending images wirelessly to registered destinations like computers or web services.

Sending Images Automatically (Image Sync)

Explains automatic transfer of images to computers or web services via CANON iMAGE GATEWAY.

Uploading Images to Web Services

Registering CANON iMAGE GATEWAY

Installing CameraWindow on a Smartphone

Preparing to Register a Computer

Configuring the Computer for a Wi-Fi Connection (Windows Only)

Accessing the Wi-Fi Menu

Initial Connection via Wi-Fi

Guides on starting Wi-Fi connection, registering a nickname, and accessing the Wi-Fi menu.

Connecting via an Access Point

Connecting to WPS-Compatible Access Points

Connecting to Access Points in the List

Connecting without an Access Point

Connecting to Another Camera

Sending Images

Sending Images Individually

Covers selecting and sending single images wirelessly to destinations.

Saving Images to a Computer

Using the < > Button

Registering Image Sync to the < > Button

Sending Images Automatically (Image Sync)

Clearing Registered Destinations

Sending Images

Shooting Remotely

Editing or Erasing Wi-Fi Settings

Returning the Wi-Fi Settings to Default

Setting Menu

Adjusting Basic Camera Functions

Covers customizing basic functions like sounds, hints, date/time, and lens retraction.

Date and Time

Formatting Memory Cards

Low-Level Formatting

Restoring Defaults

Accessories

System Map

Optional Accessories

Power Supplies

Details on compatible battery packs and chargers for powering the camera.

AC Adapter Kit ACK-DC100

Flash Units

Printers

Using Optional Accessories

Controlling the Camera with a TV Remote

Playback on a Standard-Definition TV

Powering the Camera with Household Power

Using a Remote Switch (Sold Separately)

Using an Electronic Viewfinder (Sold Separately)

Using an External Flash (Sold Separately)

Speedlite EX Series

Using the Software

Computer Connections via a Cable

Saving Images to a Computer

Instructions for saving images to a computer via USB cable connection.

Printing Images

Easy Print

Guides on easily printing shots by connecting the camera to a PictBridge-compatible printer.

Configuring Print Settings

Cropping Images before Printing

Choosing Paper Size and Layout before Printing

Adding Images to the Print List (DPOF)

Setting Up Printing for Individual Images

Setting Up Printing for a Range of Images

Adding Images to a Photobook

Appendix

Troubleshooting

Provides solutions for common camera problems and errors.

Handling Precautions

Offers important guidelines for safe handling, cleaning, and storage of the camera.

Troubleshooting

On-Screen Messages

On-Screen Information

Playback (Detailed Information Display)

Functions and Menu Tables

Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode

Tables detailing function availability across various shooting modes.

FUNC. Menu

Shooting Tab Menu

Handling Precautions

Specifications

Wi-Fi (Wireless LAN) Precautions

Security Precautions

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