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Canon PowerShot SX510 HS User Manual

Canon PowerShot SX510 HS
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Cover
Before Use
Common Camera
Operations
Advanced Guide
Camera Basics
Auto Mode
Other Shooting
Modes
P Mode
Playback Mode
Wi-Fi Functions
Setting Menu
Accessories
Appendix
Index
Basic Guide
Tv, Av, and M
Mode
• Donotallowliquidsorforeignobjectstoenterthecamera.
This could result in electrical shock or re.
If liquids or foreign objects come into contact with the camera interior,
immediately turn the camera off and remove the battery pack/batteries.
If the battery charger (for cameras that use one) becomes wet, unplug
it from the outlet and consult your camera retailer or a Canon Customer
Support Help Desk.
• Donotlookthroughtheviewnder(ifyourmodelhasone)atbright
lightsources,suchasthesunonaclearday.
This could damage your eyesight.
• Useonlytherecommendedbatterypack/batteries.
• Donotplacethebatterypack/batteriesnearorindirectame.
• If your camera uses a battery charger, note the following
precautions.
- Unplug the power cord periodically, and using a dry cloth, wipe
away any dust and dirt that has collected on the plug, the exterior
ofthepoweroutlet,andthesurroundingarea.
- Donothandlethepowercordwithwethands.
- Do not use the equipment in a manner that exceeds the rated
capacityoftheelectricaloutletorwiringaccessories.Donotuseif
the power cord or plug are damaged, or not fully plugged into the
outlet.
- Donotallowdirtormetalobjects(suchaspinsorkeys)tocontact
theterminalsorplug.
The battery pack/batteries may explode or leak, resulting in electrical shock
or re. This could cause injury and damage the surroundings. In the event
that a battery pack leaks and the battery electrolyte contacts eyes, mouth,
skin or clothing, immediately ush with water.
• Turnthecameraoffinplaceswherecamerauseisprohibited.
The electromagnetic waves emitted by the camera may interfere with the
operation of electronic instruments and other devices. Exercise adequate
caution when using the camera in places where use of electronic devices is
restricted, such as inside airplanes and medical facilities.
Caution
Denotes the possibility of injury.
• When holding the camera by the strap, be careful not to bang it,
subject it to strong impacts or shocks, or let it get caught on other
objects.
• Becarefulnottobumporpushstronglyonthelens.
This could lead to injury or damage the camera.
• Becarefulnottosubjectthescreentostrongimpacts.
If the screen cracks, injury may result from the broken fragments.
• Whenusingtheash,becarefulnottocoveritwithyourngersor
clothing.
This could result in burns or damage to the ash.
• Avoid using, placing or storing the product in the following places:
- Places subject to direct sunlight
- Placessubjecttotemperaturesabove40°C(104°F)
- Humid or dusty areas
These could cause leakage, overheating or an explosion of the battery
pack/batteries, resulting in electrical shock, re, burns or other injuries.
High temperatures may deform the product.
• The slideshow transition effects may cause discomfort when viewed
forprolongedperiods.
• Whenusingoptionallenses,lenslters,orlteradapters(if
applicable),besuretoattachtheseaccessoriesrmly.
If the lens becomes loose and falls off, it may crack, and the shards of glass
may lead to cuts.
• Oncamerasthatraiseandlowertheashautomatically,makesure
yourngerisoutofthewaywhentheashislowered,toavoid
pinchingit.
This could result in injury.

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Canon PowerShot SX510 HS Specifications

General IconGeneral
Megapixel12.1 MP
Camera typeBridge camera
Sensor typeCMOS
Image stabilizerYes
Image sensor size1/2.3 \
Supported aspect ratios1:1, 3:2, 4:3, 16:9
Maximum image resolution4000 x 3000 pixels
Still image resolution(s)4000 x 3000, 2816 x 2112, 1600 x 1200, 640 x 480, 4000 x 2248, 2816 x 1584, 1920 x 1080, 640 x 360, 4000 x 2664, 2816 x 1880, 1600 x 1064, 640 x 424, 2992 x 2992, 2112 x 2112, 1200 x 1200, 480 x 480
Digital zoom4 x
Optical zoom30 x
Combined zoom120 x
Focal length range4.3 - 129 mm
Maximum aperture number5.8
Minimum aperture number3.4
Lens structure (elements/groups)13/10
Maximum focal length (35mm film equiv)720 mm
Minimum focal length (35mm film equiv)24 mm
FocusTTL
Auto focusing (AF) modesContinuous Auto Focus, Servo Auto Focus, Single Auto Focus, Tracking Auto Focus
Closest focusing distance0 m
Light meteringCentre-weighted, Evaluative (Multi-pattern), Spot
ISO sensitivity100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 3200, Auto
Light exposure modesAperture priority AE, Auto, Shutter priority AE
ISO sensitivity (max)3200
ISO sensitivity (min)100
Light exposure controlProgram AE
Light exposure correction± 2EV (1/2EV step)
Fastest camera shutter speed1/1600 s
Slowest camera shutter speed15 s
Flash modesAuto, Flash off, Flash on, Manual, Red-eye reduction, Slow synchronization
Flash range (tele)0.5 - 3 m
Flash range (wide)0.5 - 5 m
Power source typeBattery
Video resolutions320 x 240, 640 x 480, 1280 x 720, 1920 x 1080 pixels
Motion JPEG frame rate30 fps
Video formats supportedMOV
Maximum video resolution1920 x 1080 pixels
Analog signal format systemNTSC, PAL
Built-in microphone-
Internal memory- MB
Compatible memory cardsSD, SDHC, SDXC
Field of view100 %
Display diagonal3 \
Display resolution (numeric)461000 pixels
USB version2.0
USB connectorMini-USB B
Wi-Fi standards802.11b, 802.11g, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
Scene modesFireworks, Portrait, Snow
Photo effectsBlack&White, Vivid
White balanceAuto, Cloudy, Custom modes, Daylight, Fluorescent, Fluorescent H, Tungsten
Shooting modesAperture priority, Auto, Manual, Movie, Shutter priority
Image processorDIGIC 4
Self-timer delay2, 10 s
Playback zoom (max)10 x
Mac operating systems supportedMac OS X 10.6 Snow Leopard, Mac OS X 10.7 Lion, Mac OS X 10.8 Mountain Lion
On Screen Display (OSD) languagesARA, CHI (SIMPL), CHI (TR), CZE, DAN, DEU, DUT, ENG, ESP, FIN, FRE, GRE, HUN, ITA, JPN, KOR, NOR, POL, POR, RUM, RUS, SWE, THA, TUR, UKR
Windows operating systems supportedWindows 7 Home Basic, Windows 7 Home Basic x64, Windows 7 Home Premium, Windows 7 Home Premium x64, Windows 7 Professional, Windows 7 Professional x64, Windows 7 Starter, Windows 7 Starter x64, Windows 7 Ultimate, Windows 7 Ultimate x64, Windows 8, Windows 8 Enterprise, Windows 8 Enterprise x64, Windows 8 Pro, Windows 8 Pro x64, Windows 8 x64, Windows Vista Business, Windows Vista Business x64, Windows Vista Enterprise, Windows Vista Enterprise x64, Windows Vista Home Basic, Windows Vista Home Basic x64, Windows Vista Home Premium, Windows Vista Home Premium x64, Windows Vista Ultimate, Windows Vista Ultimate x64, Windows XP Home, Windows XP Home x64, Windows XP Professional, Windows XP Professional x64
Battery typeNB-6LH
Battery life (CIPA standard)250 shots
Product colorBlack
Operating temperature (T-T)0 - 40 °C
Operating relative humidity (H-H)10 - 90 %
Bundled softwareImageBrowser EX, PhotoStitch, Map Utility
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
Depth69.5 mm
Width104 mm
Height80.2 mm
Weight349 g

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