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Canon PowerShot SX160 IS

Canon PowerShot SX160 IS
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Canon PowerShot SX160 IS Specifications

General IconGeneral
SensorCCD
Sensor Size1/2.3 inch
Optical Zoom16x
Digital Zoom4x
Aperture Rangef/3.5 (W) - f/5.9 (T)
Image ProcessorDIGIC 4
ISO Range100-1600
LCD Size3.0 inch
LCD Resolution230, 000 dots
Storage MediaSD/SDHC/SDXC
Shutter Speed15-1/3200 sec
Image StabilizationOptical
Video Resolution1280 x 720 (720p)
Battery TypeAA (Alkaline or Ni-MH)
Dimensions111.0 x 72.5 x 44.1 mm
Weight291 g (including batteries)
Focal Length5.0 – 80.0 mm (35 mm equivalent: 28 – 448 mm)

Summary

Part Names and Conventions in This Guide

Safety Precautions

Initial Preparations

Inserting the Batteries and Memory Card

Step-by-step guide for inserting batteries and the memory card correctly.

Removing the Memory Card

Procedure for safely removing the memory card from the camera.

Setting the Date and Time

Guide to setting the camera's date, time, and home time zone.

Changing the Date and Time

Instructions to modify the date and time settings after initial setup.

Trying the Camera Out

Included Software and PDF Manuals

System Requirements

Lists the operating system and hardware requirements for the included software.

Installing the Software

Step-by-step guide to install the camera software from the CD-ROM.

Connect and Install Software

Connect camera, follow prompts, and install software files.

Saving Images to a Computer

Instructions for connecting the camera and saving images using CameraWindow.

Saving Images to Computer

Steps to save images using CameraWindow.

Advanced Guide

Camera Basics

Covers fundamental camera operations and features.

OnOff Operations

Instructions for turning the camera on and off in different modes.

Shutter Button Operation

Details how to use the shutter button for focusing and taking pictures.

Shooting Modes Overview

Explains various shooting modes available on the camera dial.

FUNC. Menu Configuration

How to configure frequently used functions via the FUNC. menu.

MENU Menu Navigation

How to configure various camera functions through the main menu system.

Smart Auto Mode

Turning On and Entering AUTO Mode

Steps to power on the camera and set the mode dial to AUTO.

Shooting Still Images

Steps for focusing and shooting still images in Smart Auto mode.

Shooting Movies

Instructions for starting, resizing, and finishing movie recording.

Common Camera Features

Zooming In on Subjects

How to use optical and digital zoom to enlarge subjects.

Using the Self-Timer

How to use the self-timer to include yourself in shots.

Image Customization Features

Changing Image Resolution

How to select different image resolution levels for storage and quality.

Red-Eye Correction

How to automatically correct red-eye effects in flash photography.

Changing Movie Quality

How to select different quality settings for movie recording.

Helpful Shooting Features

Magnifying for Focus Check

How to check focus by magnifying the in-focus area.

Detecting Closed Eyes

How the camera detects and alerts to closed eyes in shots.

Customizing Camera Operation

AF Assist Beam Control

How to turn off the AF assist beam.

Red-Eye Lamp Control

How to turn off the red-eye reduction lamp.

Other Shooting Modes

Discreet Mode Operation

Shoots without camera sounds, flash, or lights, for prohibited environments.

P Mode

Shooting in Program AE Mode

How to customize settings for preferred shooting style in P mode.

Image Brightness (Exposure Compensation)

How to adjust image brightness using exposure compensation.

Shooting Range and Focusing

Subject Tracking Focus (Tracking AF)

How to select and track a subject for continuous focus.

Flash Operations

Adjusting Flash Exposure

How to adjust flash exposure levels.

Tv, Av, and M Modes

Setting Shutter Speeds (Tv Mode)

How to set preferred shutter speeds in Tv mode.

Setting Aperture Values (Av Mode)

How to set preferred aperture values in Av mode.

Setting Shutter Speed and Aperture (M Mode)

How to set both shutter speed and aperture in M mode.

Playback Mode

Erasing Images

How to erase images individually or all at once.

Setting Menu

Appendix

Troubleshooting Camera Issues

Provides solutions for common camera problems.

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