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Canon POWERSHOT SD870IS User Manual

Canon POWERSHOT SD870IS
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Camera User Guide

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Canon POWERSHOT SD870IS Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandCanon
ModelPOWERSHOT SD870IS
CategoryDigital Camera
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Workflow and Reference Guides

Checking the Package Contents

Please Read

Test Shots

Trial images to confirm camera operation and correct settings.

Warning Against Copyright Infringement

Use of digital cameras for personal use and copyright laws.

Warranty Limitations

Camera warranty effectiveness in country of sale and abroad.

Getting Started

Preparations

Steps for preparing the camera, including battery and memory card.

Shooting Still Images

Instructions for taking still photographs using the camera.

Viewing Still Images

How to review still images captured by the camera.

Shooting Movies

Guide to recording video clips with the camera.

Components Guide

Front View

Identifies and describes the front-facing components of the camera.

Back View

Identifies and describes the rear-facing components of the camera.

Controls

Details and locations of camera buttons, dials, and switches.

Using the Touch Control Dial

Explains how to operate the touch control dial for navigation and selection.

Basic Operations

Menus and Settings

Overview of setting camera functions using FUNC. menu and other menus.

Rec., Play, Print, Set up and My Camera Menus

Convenient settings for shooting, playback, and printing via specific menus.

Menus and Default Settings

Lists menu items and their default factory settings for various modes.

Set up Menu

Configuration options for sound, display, power, and other camera settings.

Commonly Used Shooting Functions

Shooting with the Optical Zoom

Adjusting the zoom lever for optical zoom functionality.

Using the Digital Zoom/Digital Tele-Converter

Combining optical and digital zoom for extended focal length.

Magnified Close-Up Shooting (Digital Macro)

Instructions for shooting close-up subjects with digital macro.

Using the Flash

Adjusting flash modes like Auto, On, and Off for photography.

Various Shooting Methods

Shooting in Modes for Special Conditions

Using scene modes for optimal settings in various photographic situations.

Shooting in Manual Mode

Manually adjusting exposure compensation, white balance, and other settings.

Continuous Shooting

Shooting multiple images rapidly by holding down the shutter button.

Movie Shooting

Guide to recording video clips in various modes like Standard, Compact, etc.

Playback/Erasing

Magnifying Images

Enlarging images for closer inspection during playback.

Viewing Images in Sets of Nine (Index Playback)

Displaying multiple images in a grid for quick browsing.

Checking the Focus and Peoples' Expressions (Focus Check display)

Verifying focus and facial expressions on recorded images.

Jumping to Images

Using search keys to quickly navigate through recorded images.

Print Settings/Transfer Settings

Setting the DPOF Print Settings

Configuring camera settings for DPOF-compliant printing.

Select a print settings method

Choosing methods for setting print options like single images or ranges.

Setting the DPOF Transfer Settings

Specifying image transfer order settings for computer download.

Connecting to a TV

Shooting/Playback Using a TV

Connecting the camera to a TV for shooting or playback.

Customizing the Camera (My Camera Settings)

Changing My Camera Settings

Customizing startup image, sounds, and other camera preferences.

Registering My Camera Settings

Adding custom images and sounds as My Camera settings.

Troubleshooting

Camera

Troubleshooting common camera operational issues like power and battery.

Shooting movies

Troubleshooting issues related to movie recording time and playback.

Playback

Resolving problems with playing back or editing images and movies.

Battery/Battery Charger

Troubleshooting battery and charger issues, including capacity and charging.

List of Messages

Memory card error

Indicates a problem with the memory card, suggesting reformatting or replacement.

Communication error

Error during data transfer between camera and computer or other device.

Lens error, restart camera

Indicates a lens malfunction, advising to restart the camera.

Cannot record!

Issue preventing image capture, possibly due to card or orientation.

Appendix

Safety Precautions

Important safety guidelines for camera operation and handling.

Equipment

Safety guidelines for handling camera equipment and accessories.

Battery

Safety precautions related to battery handling, charging, and disposal.

Preventing Malfunctions

Tips to avoid condensation and other malfunctions.

Specifications

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