To Next PageTo Next PageWhy doesn't the zoom operate on my Canon PowerShot S45?
The zoom on your Canon Digital Camera might not operate because the zoom lever was moved while shooting in movie mode. To resolve this, operate the zoom before shooting in movie mode.
General| Digital SLR | No |
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| Dimensions (WxDxH) | 112 x 42 x 58 mm |
| Digital zoom | 3.6 x |
| Optical zoom | 3 x |
| Focal length range | 7.1 - 21.3 mm |
| Megapixel | 4 MP |
| Operating relative humidity (H-H) | 10 - 90 % |
Weight and Dimensions| Weight | 260 g |
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Recommends trial shots to confirm camera operation and avoid potential damages.
Warns against using the camera in ways that infringe copyright laws and regulations.
States that the camera's warranty is effective only in the country of sale.
Instructs to read and understand safety precautions for correct and safe camera operation.
Advises keeping the camera away from strong electromagnetic fields to prevent malfunctions.
Explains how to prevent condensation by gradual temperature adjustment.
Instructs to stop using the camera if condensation is detected to prevent damage.
Identifies and describes the external parts and terminals of the camera's front.
Identifies and describes the external parts and terminals of the camera's back and bottom.
Explains the meaning of the camera's upper indicator lights and their states.
Explains the meaning of the camera's lower indicator lights and their states.
Guides on how to charge the camera's battery pack using the supplied charger.
Details the procedure for installing the battery pack into the camera.
Provides instructions on how to insert the CF card into the camera.
Guides on setting the camera's date and time.
Explains how to change the camera's menu language.
Explains how to turn the camera's power on and off in different modes.
Describes how to quickly switch between shooting and replaying modes.
Explains how to use the LCD monitor for shooting, replaying, and menu adjustments.
Details the various information displayed on the LCD monitor during shooting and replaying.
Provides a chart of menu items and their default settings.
Lists menu items accessible via the FUNC. button.
Guides on customizing startup images, sounds, and other camera preferences.
Describes how to save custom images and sounds to the camera's settings.
Explains how to use the Auto mode for automatic camera settings and shooting.
Describes how to view images immediately after taking them for longer durations.
Guides on adjusting image resolution and compression settings for desired output.
Explains how to switch between JPEG and RAW file formats for image recording.
Details various flash modes and their usage, including red-eye reduction.
Explains how to use Portrait mode for sharp subjects and blurred backgrounds.
Describes using Landscape mode for expansive scenic shots.
Guides on using Night Scene mode for low-light shooting with flash and slow shutter.
Explains how to use Fast Shutter mode for capturing fast-moving objects.
Details using Slow Shutter mode to create motion blur effects, like on rivers.
Explains how to shoot multiple frames for creating panoramic images with software.
Guides on shooting video clips with the camera, including resolution settings.
Explains how to use Macro mode for close-up photography.
Details how to use the self-timer for delayed shots.
Explains the use and limitations of the camera's digital zoom function.
Describes modes for shooting a sequence of frames with a single press.
Explains how to use Program AE mode for automatic shutter speed and aperture.
Guides on setting shutter speed in Shutter-Priority AE mode for motion control.
Explains how to set aperture in Aperture-Priority AE mode for depth of field control.
Details how to manually control shutter speed and aperture for creative effects.
Explains how to choose the autofocus area for precise focusing.
Describes how to change light metering modes for optimal exposure in different scenes.
Guides on using exposure compensation to correct brightness in backlit or high-contrast scenes.
Explains how to adjust white balance to match light sources for accurate colors.
Details how to set a custom white balance based on a reference subject.
Explains how to apply various photo effects like Vivid, Sepia, or custom adjustments.
Guides on adjusting ISO sensitivity for shooting in dark places or with faster shutter speeds.
Explains AEB mode for taking multiple shots with varied exposures automatically.
Details Focus Bracketing for shooting images with automatic focus changes.
Describes how to lock exposure and focus settings independently, useful for backlit subjects.
Explains FE lock for obtaining correct flash exposure regardless of subject position.
Covers adjusting flash output and synchronization timing.
Explains the difference between 1st-curtain and 2nd-curtain flash synchronization.
Details how to set intervals for automatic shooting, useful for time-lapse photography.
Provides tips for focusing on difficult subjects, including focus lock methods.
Explains how to save frequently used settings to the custom mode dial.
Describes the function that automatically rotates images based on camera orientation.
Explains how to manage file numbering and folder organization.
Details how to view recorded images one by one on the LCD monitor.
Explains how to zoom in on images to check details.
Describes how to view multiple images simultaneously in an index display.
Explains how to quickly jump through images in replay mode.
Guides on how to play back recorded movie clips.
Details how to delete unwanted parts from movie clips.
Explains how to rotate images 90 or 270 degrees on the LCD monitor.
Describes how to add voice annotations to still images.
Guides on setting up and viewing automatic slide shows of images.
Explains how to choose specific images for inclusion in slide shows.
Guides on how to protect important images from accidental erasure.
Details the process of deleting single images from the CF card.
Explains how to erase all images from the CF card, excluding protected ones.
Guides on formatting the CF card to erase all data and prepare it for use.
Introduces direct printing via compatible printers or photo labs using DPOF.
Explains how to set print options like copies, style, and trimming for direct printing.
Guides on selecting images and setting print preferences for photo labs.
Explains how to mark images for transfer, possibly via e-mail.
Shows how to navigate the print order menu for setting print options.
Details how to connect the camera to direct print function compatible printers.
Explains how to use DPOF settings for printing via compatible printers or photo labs.
Guides on setting print options like copies, style, and trimming for direct printing.
Explains how to specify the portion of an image to be printed.
Guides on selecting images and setting print preferences for photo labs.
Explains how to select print styles like Standard, Index, Borderless, and Date.
Continues setting print options, including trimming the image and rotating the frame.
Continues DPOF settings, including date, file number, and restarting printing.
Explains how to mark images for transfer, possibly via e-mail.
Guides on connecting the camera to a TV to view images.
Explains how to transfer images by removing the CF card and using a reader.
Details connecting the camera to a computer using a USB cable.
Explains how to set communication modes (Normal, PTP) for image transfer.
Lists and describes options available in the Record menu.
Lists and describes options available in the Replay menu.
Lists and describes options available in the Setup menu.
Lists and describes options for customizing camera sounds and images.
Guides on how to restore camera settings to their factory defaults.
Lists common messages that may appear on the camera's LCD monitor.
Explains how to use the optional AC adapter kit for continuous power.
Guides on charging the camera battery using a car's cigarette lighter socket.
Describes how camera operations differ when using the optional waterproof case.
Provides instructions on cleaning and maintaining the camera body, lens, and monitor.
Lists common problems and their solutions for camera operation.
Provides estimated image capacities for different CF card sizes and resolutions.
Details battery life estimates under various shooting and replaying conditions.
