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Canon PowerShot SD870 IS Digital ELPH User Manual

Canon PowerShot SD870 IS Digital ELPH
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Camera User Guide
Camera User Guide
CDI-E366-010 XX07XXX © 2007 CANON INC. PRINTED IN JAPAN
ENGLISH
DIGITAL CAMERA
Ensure that you read the Safety Precautions (pp. 201–209).
Getting Started
Learning More
Components Guide
Basic Operations
Commonly Used Shooting Functions
Various Shooting Methods
Playback/Erasing
Print Settings/Transfer Settings
Connecting to a TV
Customizing the Camera
Troubleshooting
List of Messages
Appendix
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Table of Contents

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Canon PowerShot SD870 IS Digital ELPH Specifications

General IconGeneral
Sensor TypeCCD
Sensor Size1/2.5 inch
Megapixels8.0 MP
Optical Zoom3.8x
Aperture Rangef/2.8 - f/4.9
ISO Range80 - 1600
Display Size3.0 inches
Video Resolution640 x 480
Battery TypeLithium-Ion
Shutter Speed15 - 1/1600 sec
Image ProcessorDIGIC III
Digital Zoom4x
LCD Screen Resolution230, 000 dots
Video Resolution Frame Rate30 fps
Battery ModelNB-5L
Focal Length5.8 - 22.0 mm
Focus Range50 cm to infinity (Normal), 2 - 50 cm (Macro)
Storage MediaSD/SDHC
Weight155 g (including battery and memory card)

Summary

Getting Started

Checking the Package Contents

Lists all items included in the camera package.

System Map

Illustrates how camera components and accessories connect.

Downloading Images to a Computer

Explains the process of transferring images from camera to PC.

Learning More

Components Guide

Identifies and explains all parts of the camera.

How to Use the Mode Switch

Explains how to select shooting modes like Auto, SCN, Movie.

Power Saving Function

Details how the camera automatically conserves battery power.

Basic Operations

Menus and Settings

Describes how to use the camera's menus for configuration.

Formatting Memory Cards

Explains how to initialize memory cards for camera use.

Commonly Used Shooting Functions

Shooting with the Optical Zoom

Details how to adjust zoom levels for framing shots.

Using the Flash

Explains the different flash modes and their usage.

Adjusting the ISO Speed

Guides on setting camera sensitivity to light conditions.

Various Shooting Methods

Shooting in Modes for Special Conditions

Covers scene modes like Portrait, Night Snapshot, Beach.

Shooting in Manual Mode

Explains how to manually control exposure, white balance, etc.

Movie Shooting

Details how to record video clips with the camera.

Playback/Erasing

Magnifying Images

Explains how to zoom in on images for detailed viewing.

Erasing Images

Guides on how to delete unwanted photos from the memory card.

Red-Eye Correction Function

How to correct red-eye in recorded images.

Print Settings/Transfer Settings

Setting the DPOF Print Settings

Configures print options directly on the camera before printing.

Setting the DPOF Transfer Settings

Specifies settings for transferring images via DPOF.

Connecting to a TV

Shooting/Playback Using a TV

How to connect the camera to a TV for viewing images.

Customizing the Camera (My Camera Settings)

Changing My Camera Settings

Personalize camera operations like start-up image and sounds.

Troubleshooting

Camera

Solutions for common camera operational issues.

Shooting

Addresses problems encountered during the shooting process.

Image is blurred or out of focus.

Troubleshooting steps for blurry or unfocused images.

List of Messages

Memory card error

Explains messages related to memory card issues.

Lens error, restart camera

Details errors related to the camera lens operation.

Appendix

Safety Precautions

Essential safety guidelines for using the camera and accessories.

Camera Care and Maintenance

Instructions for keeping the camera clean and in good condition.

Specifications

Technical details and data about the camera's features.

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