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Canon PowerShot S5 IS User Manual

Canon PowerShot S5 IS
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ENGLISH
CDI-E275-010 © 2007 CANON INC. PRINTED IN JAPAN
Shooting
Using the Mode Dial
Advanced Shooting Functions
Playback/Erasing
Customizing the Camera
This guide explains camera features and procedures in detail.
Troubleshooting
Print Settings/Transfer Settings
List of Messages
Before Using the Camera
Advanced
Camera User Guide
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Appendix

Table of Contents

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Canon PowerShot S5 IS Specifications

General IconGeneral
HistogramYes
Scene modesbeach, Fireworks, Night, party (indoor), Portrait, Sports, Landscape (scenery)
Photo effectsblack&white, Neutral, Positive film, Sepia, Skin tones, Vivid
White balanceauto, Cloudy, custom modes, daylight, flash, Fluorescent, Tungsten
Camera playbackMovie
Image processorDIGIC III
Self-timer delay2 s
I/O portsA/V
USB version2.0
InterfaceUSB 2.0
Digital SLRNo
Camera shutter speed15 – 1/3, 200 s
Compatible operating systemsWindows 2000 SP4 / XP / XP SP1-2 / Vista Mac OS X v10.3 - 10.4
Focal length (35mm film equivalent)36 - 432 mm
Display diagonal2.5 \
Display resolution (numeric)207000 pixels
Motion JPEG frame rate60 fps
Video formats supportedAVI
Maximum video resolution640 x 480 pixels
Internal memory32 MB
Compatible memory cardsmmc, sd
Flash modesauto, Flash off, manual, Red-eye reduction, second curtain synchro, Slow synchronization
Flash range (tele)0.9 - 4 m
Flash range (wide)0.5 - 5.2 m
Light meteringCentre-weighted, Spot
ISO sensitivity80, 100, 200, 400, 800, AUTO
Auto focusing (AF) modescontinuous auto focus, single auto focus
Closest focusing distance0 m
Megapixel8 MP
Sensor typeCCD
Image sensor size1/2.5 \
Maximum image resolution3264 x 2448 pixels
Operating temperature (T-T)0 - 40 °C
Operating relative humidity (H-H)10 - 90 %
Bundled softwareZoomBrowser EX / ImageBrowser PhotoStitch, RemoteCapture TWAIN (2000)
Battery typeAA, Ni-MH
Product colorBlack
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
Depth77.7 mm
Width117 mm
Height80 mm
Weight450 g

Summary

Handling Precautions

Important Safety Information

Crucial safety information and warnings for correct camera operation and to prevent injury or damage.

Safety Precautions

Warnings

Equipment Safety Guidelines

Safety warnings regarding camera usage, handling, and storage.

Battery Safety Precautions

Battery Handling and Charging Procedures

Safety precautions for handling and charging camera batteries.

Cautions

Equipment Handling Precautions

Precautions for avoiding damage to the camera and ensuring safe operation in various environments.

Environment and Ventilation Precautions

Precautions for using the camera in humid, dusty, hot, or poorly ventilated conditions.

Preventing Malfunctions

Menus and Settings

Resetting Camera Settings

Procedure for resetting camera settings to factory defaults.

Formatting Memory Cards

Steps for initializing memory cards to erase all data.

Shooting

Recording Pixels and Compression Settings

Adjusting image resolution and compression levels for still photos.

Image Stabilizer and Continuous Shooting Modes

Minimizing camera shake and shooting rapid sequences.

Advanced Focus Control

Selecting autofocus modes and using manual focus techniques.

Custom Shooting and Folder Management

Saving custom settings, shortcut functions, and organizing images into folders.

Using the Mode Dial

Movie Shooting Guide

How to record movies using the dedicated Movie button.

Advanced Shooting Functions

Focus Techniques for Difficult Subjects

Using focus lock, AF lock, manual focus, and bracketing for challenging subjects.

Exposure and ISO Adjustment Methods

Adjusting ISO, exposure compensation, and metering modes for optimal exposure.

Flash and White Balance Control

Setting white balance, flash adjustments, and custom settings.

Custom Shooting Settings and Shortcuts

Saving custom settings and shortcut functions.

Playback/Erasing

Image Deletion and Transfer Settings

Erasing images and setting up DPOF transfer options.

Customizing the Camera (My Camera Settings)

Troubleshooting

General Camera Issues

Solutions for common camera operational issues and errors.

Shooting Process Problems

Solutions for problems encountered during the shooting process.

Playback Process Problems

Troubleshooting playback issues.

Battery and Printing Problems

Troubleshooting battery and printing-related issues.

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