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Canon Powershot SD1300 IS User Manual

Canon Powershot SD1300 IS
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Canon Powershot SD1300 IS Specifications

General IconGeneral
Megapixel12.1 MP
Camera typeCompact camera
Sensor typeCCD
Image sensor size1/2.3 \
Maximum image resolution4000 x 3000 pixels
Digital zoom4 x
Combined zoom16 x
Focal length range5 - 20 mm
InterfaceUSB
Digital SLRNo
Built-in flashYes
Camera shutter speed15 - 1/1500, 0.9 s
Focal length (35mm film equivalent)28 - 112 mm
Focus adjustmentAuto
Normal focusing range0.03 - ∞ m
Macro focusing range (wide)0.03 - 0.5 m
Normal focusing range (tele)0.5 - ∞ m
Flash modesauto, Flash off, manual, Red-eye reduction, Slow synchronization
Flash range (tele)0.5 - 2 m
Flash range (wide)0.3 - 4 m
Flash recharging time10 s
Motion JPEG frame rate30 fps
Video formats supportedAVI
Maximum video resolution640 x 480 pixels
Field of view100 %
Display diagonal2.7 \
Display resolution (numeric)230000 pixels
USB version2.0
Scene modesbeach, Children, Close-up (macro), Fireworks, Night, Night landscape, Night portrait, party (indoor), Portrait, self-portrait, Underwater
Image editingresizing, rotating
Photo effectsblack&white, Neutral, Sepia
White balanceauto, Cloudy, custom modes, daylight, Fluorescent, Tungsten
Camera playbackmovie, single image, slide show
Self-timer delay2 s
Product colorBlue
Battery typeNB-6L
Battery life (CIPA standard)240 shots
Operating temperature (T-T)0 - 40 °C
Operating relative humidity (H-H)10 - 90 %
Compatible memory cardsmmc, sd, sdhc, sdxc
Light meteringCentre-weighted, Spot
Camera shutter typeelectronic, mechanical
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
Depth55.8 mm
Width90.5 mm
Height21.2 mm
Weight140 g

Summary

Checking the Package Contents

Read This First

1 Getting Started

Attaching the Strap/Holding the Camera

Instructions on attaching the camera strap and proper handling techniques.

Charging the Battery

Using the battery and charger effectively

Tips for efficient battery usage, storage, and charging abroad.

Compatible Memory Cards (Sold Separately)

Inserting the Battery and Memory Card

Step-by-step guide on inserting the battery and memory card.

Setting the Date and Time

Formatting Memory Cards

Pressing the Shutter Button

Taking Pictures (Smart Auto)

Viewing Images

Erasing Images

Shooting Movies

Viewing Movies

Transferring Images to a Computer for Viewing

System Requirements

Lists the OS, CPU, RAM, and storage requirements for Windows and Macintosh.

Install the Software

Step-by-step guide to install the bundled software on Windows and Macintosh.

Connect the camera to the computer

Instructions on connecting the camera via USB cable to a computer.

Accessories

2 Learning More

Components Guide

Mode Switch

Explanation of the mode switch and its functions for shooting modes.

Indicator Lights

Indicator Status and Operation

Table detailing indicator colors, status (lights/blinks), and operation meanings.

FUNC. Menu Operations

Navigating the FUNC. Menu

Step-by-step guide to accessing and changing settings via the FUNC. menu.

MENU – Basic Operations

Returning the Camera to Default Settings

Low Level Memory Card Formatting

3 Shooting in Special Conditions and Commonly Used Functions

Shooting in Various Conditions

Take shots in low light conditions (Low Light)

How to shoot in dark places with adjusted ISO and shutter speed.

Zooming in Closely on Subjects (Digital Zoom)

4 Choosing Settings Yourself

Shooting in Program AE

Adjust the settings according to your purposes (pp. 65 – 76)

Guide to adjusting various settings in Program AE mode.

Adjusting the Brightness (Exposure Compensation)

Shooting Close-ups (Macro)

Changing the ISO Speed

Adjusting the White Balance

Custom White Balance

Guide to setting a custom white balance for specific lighting.

Changing the Composition with the Focus Lock

5 Getting More Out of Your Camera

Changing the AF Frame Mode

Face AiAF

Explanation of Face AiAF for detecting and focusing on faces.

Magnifying the Focal Point

Changing the Metering Mode

Correcting the Brightness and Shooting (i-Contrast)

6 Using Various Functions for Shooting Movies

AE Lock/Exposure Shift

Other Shooting Functions (Movies)

Changing the IS-Mode Settings

Adjusting image stabilization settings for movies.

Playback Functions

Erasing Images (p. 29)

How to erase images during playback.

7 Using Various Playback and Editing Functions

Correcting the Brightness (i-Contrast)

8 Printing

Printing Images

Choosing Images for Printing (DPOF)

Print Settings

How to set print type, date, and file number for chosen images.

Printing Images with DPOF Settings

9 Customizing Camera Settings

Changing Camera Settings

Changing Shooting Function Settings

10 Useful Information

Troubleshooting

Power

Solutions for issues related to the power button and battery.

Shooting

Solutions for problems encountered during shooting.

Troubleshooting Specific Issues

Troubleshooting Common Problems

List of Messages That Appear on the Screen

Information Displayed on the Screen

Shooting (Information Display)

Explains the various icons and information displayed during shooting.

Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode

Shooting Menu

Set up Menu

Format

Options for formatting the memory card.

Reset All

Option to reset camera settings to default.

Playback Menu

Erase All

Option to erase all images.

Protect

Settings to protect images from erasure.

Print Menu

Print

Options for initiating the printing process.

Select Images & Qty.

Options to select images and quantity for printing.

Handling Precautions

General Handling and Safety

Important safety guidelines and precautions for handling the camera.

Specifications

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