To Next PageTo Next PageWhy will my Canon PowerShot S30 not operate?
If your Canon Digital Camera is not operating, make sure the power is turned on. Check that the CF card slot/battery cover is securely closed. Ensure the battery has sufficient voltage by fully charging it or using a household power source. Clean the terminals with a clean, dry cloth to ensure good contact between the camera and battery terminals.
Why does the battery pack drain so quickly on my Canon PowerShot S30 Digital Camera?
If the battery pack in your Canon Digital Camera is being consumed quickly, it may be that the battery pack capacity has reduced because of disuse for one year or more after being fully charged, or the battery life has exceeded. In either case, replace the battery pack with a new one.
What to do if the lens will not retract on my Canon Digital Camera?
If the lens on your Canon Digital Camera won't retract, first check if the CF card slot/battery cover was opened with the camera on; if so, close the cover and turn off the camera. If the cover was opened while the camera was recording, close the CF card slot/battery cover, then close the lens cover. Note that the lens will not retract in replaying mode; close the lens cover to retract it.
Why is the subject in my Canon PowerShot S30 image too dark?
If the subject in your recorded image from Canon Digital Camera appears too dark, it might be due to insufficient light. Try setting the flash to on. If the subject is dark compared to the background, adjust the exposure compensation to a positive (+) setting. Alternatively, use the AE lock or spot metering function.
Why doesn't the zoom operate on my Canon Digital Camera?
If the zoom on your Canon Digital Camera does not operate, and you were moving the zoom lever while shooting in movie mode, operate the zoom before you start shooting in movie mode.
Why is there no image showing on TV from my Canon PowerShot S30?
If the image from your Canon Digital Camera is not showing on TV, ensure the camera is turned on to either shoot or replay mode. Also, verify that the video system setting (NTSC or PAL) is correctly set for your TV.
Why won't the flash fire on my Canon Digital Camera?
If the flash on your Canon Digital Camera will not fire, ensure that the flash is set to Auto or On.
How to retract lens on Canon PowerShot S30?
If the lens on your Canon Digital Camera will not retract, and the CF card slot/battery cover was opened with the camera on, close the cover and turn off the camera. If the cover was opened while the camera was recording, close the CF card slot/battery cover, then close the lens cover. If you switched to replaying mode from shooting mode, close the lens cover to allow the lens to retract.
Why is my Canon PowerShot S30 image too bright?
If the subject in your recorded image with Canon Digital Camera appears too bright, and the subject is too close, adjust the flash output with the flash exposure compensation function. If the subject is bright compared to the background, set the exposure compensation to a negative (-) setting. Also, you can use the AE lock or spot metering function. If light is shining directly on the subject, change the shooting angle. If the flash is set to On, set it to Auto or Off.
What to do if my Canon PowerShot S30 Digital Camera will not record?
If your Canon Digital Camera is not recording, ensure the camera is in Shooting mode and not in replaying or computer/printer mode. If the orange indicator is flashing, wait until it stops and shines steadily, indicating the flash is charged. Check if the CF card is full; if so, insert a new one or download images to a computer to free up space. Lastly, ensure the CF card is formatted correctly; if reformatting doesn't work, contact Canon Customer Support.
Information about camera body warming during prolonged use.
Details on LCD monitor pixel specifications and potential dots.
Instruction to set video signal format for TV output.
Guidance on changing the camera's display language.
General instructions for safe and correct camera operation.
Steps to charge the camera battery using the supplied charger.
Procedure for inserting the battery pack into the camera.
Steps for inserting the CF card into the camera.
Identification of camera controls and features on the front.
Detailed labeling and explanation of camera buttons and indicators.
Explanation of different shooting modes and their functions.
Step-by-step guide to recharging the camera battery.
Procedure for inserting the battery into the camera.
Steps for inserting the CF card for storage.
Instructions to set the camera's date and time.
Procedures for powering the camera on and off in different modes.
Quick switching between capture and review modes.
How to cycle through LCD display options for shooting and replaying.
Explanation of the two-stage shutter button action.
How to customize start-up images, sounds, and operations.
Using the camera's automatic settings for effortless shooting.
Ways to review captured images for longer than default display.
Guide to selecting and using different flash modes.
Mode for capturing video clips with sound.
Adjusting image file size and quality settings before shooting.
Switching between JPEG and RAW file formats for image capture.
Camera automatically sets shutter speed and aperture for scene brightness.
Prioritizing aperture for depth of field control.
Manual control over exposure settings for precise adjustments.
Modifying exposure to correct brightness in challenging lighting.
Adjusting white balance for accurate color reproduction under different light sources.
How to view recorded images one by one on the LCD monitor.
Zooming in on images during replay for detailed inspection.
Playing back recorded movie clips.
Displaying images automatically in a slideshow format.
Preventing accidental deletion of important images.
Deleting individual images from the CF card.
Initializing the CF card, erasing all data.
Choosing specific images and number of copies for printing.
Configuring print options like date, file number, and borders.
Steps to connect the camera to a compatible printer.
Procedures for printing images directly from the camera.
Marking images for transfer or email via software.
Details of settings available in the Record menu.
Details of settings available in the Play menu.
Details of settings available in the Setup menu.
Details of settings for customizing camera sounds and images.
Connecting the camera to a TV for viewing images and shooting.
Procedures for cleaning and maintaining the camera body and lens.
Solutions for common camera operational problems.
Explanations of error and status messages displayed on the LCD.
Technical data and features of the camera and accessories.
Technical data and features of the camera and accessories.
Technical data and features of the camera and accessories.
Technical data and features of the camera and accessories.
General advice on using Canon accessories and non-Canon accessories.
Topics that could lead to death or serious injury if ignored.
Legal statement regarding liability for errors and omissions.
Overview of the manuals provided with the software.
Introduction to the capabilities of the included software programs.
Minimum computer specifications needed to run the software.
Minimum system requirements for Windows OS.
Minimum system requirements for Macintosh OS.
Choosing between USB or card reader for image transfer.
Step-by-step guide for connecting the camera via USB.
Procedure for downloading images using a card reader.
Steps to install and remove software and drivers.
Steps to transfer images from the camera to the computer.
Overview of additional features and functions within ZoomBrowser EX.
Steps to install and remove software and drivers.
Steps to transfer images from the camera to the computer.
Overview of additional features and functions within ImageBrowser.
Solutions for connectivity and recognition issues with Windows.
Troubleshooting for database corruption errors in ZoomBrowser EX.
Contact information for ArcSoft customer support in North America.
Information about camera body warming during prolonged use.
Details on LCD monitor pixel specifications and potential dots.
Instruction to set video signal format for TV output.
Guidance on changing the camera's display language.
General instructions for safe and correct camera operation.
Steps to charge the camera battery using the supplied charger.
Procedure for inserting the battery pack into the camera.
Steps for inserting the CF card into the camera.
Identification of camera controls and features on the front.
Detailed labeling and explanation of camera buttons and indicators.
Explanation of different shooting modes and their functions.
Step-by-step guide to recharging the camera battery.
Procedure for inserting the battery into the camera.
Steps for inserting the CF card for storage.
Instructions to set the camera's date and time.
Procedures for powering the camera on and off in different modes.
Quick switching between capture and review modes.
How to cycle through LCD display options for shooting and replaying.
Explanation of the two-stage shutter button action.
How to customize start-up images, sounds, and operations.
Using the camera's automatic settings for effortless shooting.
Ways to review captured images for longer than default display.
Guide to selecting and using different flash modes.
Mode for capturing video clips with sound.
Adjusting image file size and quality settings before shooting.
Switching between JPEG and RAW file formats for image capture.
Camera automatically sets shutter speed and aperture for scene brightness.
Prioritizing aperture for depth of field control.
Manual control over exposure settings for precise adjustments.
Modifying exposure to correct brightness in challenging lighting.
Adjusting white balance for accurate color reproduction under different light sources.
How to view recorded images one by one on the LCD monitor.
Zooming in on images during replay for detailed inspection.
Playing back recorded movie clips.
Displaying images automatically in a slideshow format.
Preventing accidental deletion of important images.
Deleting individual images from the CF card.
Initializing the CF card, erasing all data.
Choosing specific images and number of copies for printing.
Configuring print options like date, file number, and borders.
Steps to connect the camera to a compatible printer.
Procedures for printing images directly from the camera.
Marking images for transfer or email via software.
Details of settings available in the Record menu.
Details of settings available in the Play menu.
Details of settings available in the Setup menu.
Details of settings for customizing camera sounds and images.
Connecting the camera to a TV for viewing images and shooting.
Procedures for cleaning and maintaining the camera body and lens.
Solutions for common camera operational problems.
Explanations of error and status messages displayed on the LCD.
Technical data and features of the camera and accessories.
Technical data and features of the camera and accessories.
Technical data and features of the camera and accessories.
Technical data and features of the camera and accessories.
General advice on using Canon accessories and non-Canon accessories.
Topics that could lead to death or serious injury if ignored.
Legal statement regarding liability for errors and omissions.
Overview of the manuals provided with the software.
Introduction to the capabilities of the included software programs.
Minimum computer specifications needed to run the software.
Minimum system requirements for Windows OS.
Minimum system requirements for Macintosh OS.
Choosing between USB or card reader for image transfer.
Step-by-step guide for connecting the camera via USB.
Procedure for downloading images using a card reader.
Steps to install and remove software and drivers.
Steps to transfer images from the camera to the computer.
Overview of additional features and functions within ZoomBrowser EX.
Steps to install and remove software and drivers.
Steps to transfer images from the camera to the computer.
Overview of additional features and functions within ImageBrowser.
Solutions for connectivity and recognition issues with Windows.
Troubleshooting for database corruption errors in ZoomBrowser EX.
Contact information for ArcSoft customer support in North America.
General| Camera Type | Compact |
|---|---|
| Max Resolution | 2048 x 1536 |
| Image Ratio w:h | 4:3 |
| Effective Pixels | 3.2 MP |
| Sensor Type | CCD |
| ISO | Auto, 50, 100, 200, 400 |
| Optical Zoom | 3x |
| Digital Zoom | 3.2x |
| Focal Length (equiv.) | 35 - 105 mm |
| Aperture Max | F2.8 - F4.9 |
| Screen Size | 1.8" |
| Screen Dots | 114, 000 |
| Max Shutter Speed | 1/2000 sec |
| Min Shutter Speed | 15 sec |
| Weight | 260 g |
| Video Resolution | 320 x 240 |
| Image Stabilization | No |
| Sensor Size | 1/1.8 inch |
| Storage Types | CompactFlash (Type I) |
| Storage Media | CF Type I |
