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Canon Powershot SX520 HS - User Manual

Canon Powershot SX520 HS
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● Make sure you read this guide, including the “Safety
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● Reading this guide will help you learn to use the camera
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● Store this guide safely so that you can use it in the future.
©CANON INC. 2014 CDJ-E600-010

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    Summary

    Before Use

    Initial Information

    Provides basic information before operating the camera.

    Package Contents

    Lists all items included in the camera package.

    Compatible Memory Cards

    About Eye-Fi Cards

    Information and usage notes for Eye-Fi cards.

    Preliminary Notes and Legal Information

    Part Names and Conventions in This Guide

    Common Camera Operations

    Shoot

    Instructions on basic shooting modes and techniques.

    Safety Precautions

    Warning Denotes the possibility of serious injury or death

    Information regarding the possibility of serious injury or death from misuse.

    General Safety Guidelines

    General guidelines for safe product operation and usage.

    Basic Guide

    Basic Operations

    Covers essential camera operations from setup to shooting and playback.

    Initial Preparations

    Attaching Accessories

    Instructions on how to attach the camera strap and lens cap.

    Holding the Camera

    Charging the Battery Pack

    Inserting the Battery Pack and Memory Card

    Removing the Battery Pack and Memory Card

    Setting the Date and Time

    Changing the Date and Time

    Display Language

    Trying the Camera Out

    Shooting (Smart Auto)

    Guide to using the fully automatic shooting mode for optimal settings.

    Viewing

    Erasing Images

    Advanced Guide

    Camera Basics

    Covers additional basic operations and ways to enjoy your camera.

    On;Off

    Power-Saving Features (Auto Power Down)

    Shutter Button

    Shooting Modes

    Shooting Display Options

    Using the FUNC. Menu

    Using the Menu Screen

    Indicator Display

    Clock

    Auto Mode; Hybrid Auto Mode

    Shooting (Smart Auto)

    Guide to using the fully automatic shooting mode for optimal settings.

    Shooting in Hybrid Auto Mode

    Digest Movie Playback

    How to display and play digest movies recorded in Hybrid Auto mode.

    Still Images

    Movies

    Scene Icons

    Image Stabilization Icons

    On-Screen Frames

    Common, Convenient Features

    Zooming In Closer on Subjects (Digital Zoom)

    How to use digital zoom to enlarge subjects beyond optical zoom range.

    Easily Reacquiring Subjects after Manual Zooming (Framing Assist - Seek)

    Easily Composing Shots after Manual Zooming (Framing Assist - Lock)

    Auto Zooming to Keep Faces at a Constant Size

    Adjusting the Constant Face Display Size

    How to adjust the size of faces kept constant in Auto Zoom.

    Easily Reacquiring Subjects with Auto Zooming (Seek Assist)

    Using the Self-Timer

    Customizing the Self-Timer

    How to specify delay time and number of shots for the self-timer.

    Adding a Date Stamp

    Continuous Shooting

    Image Customization Features

    Changing the Aspect Ratio

    How to change the image aspect ratio (width to height) for display or printing.

    Changing Image Resolution (Size)

    How to choose from different levels of image resolution (size) for storage or quality.

    Red-Eye Correction

    Changing Movie Image Quality

    Helpful Shooting Features

    Displaying Grid Lines

    How to display grid lines on the screen for better composition and alignment.

    Magnifying the Area in Focus

    How to check focus by magnifying the image area in the AF frame.

    Checking for Closed Eyes

    Customizing Camera Operation

    Deactivating the AF-Assist Beam

    How to turn off the AF-assist beam that aids focus in low light conditions.

    Deactivating the Red-Eye Reduction Lamp

    Changing the Image Display Style after Shots

    Changing the Image Display Period after Shots

    How to adjust the duration images are displayed on the screen after taking a shot.

    Changing the Screen Displayed after Shots

    Other Shooting Modes

    Brightness; Color Customization (Live View Control)

    How to easily customize image brightness or colors while shooting in Live View.

    Enjoying a Variety of Images from Each Shot (Creative Shot)

    Image Display during Playback

    Choosing Effects

    Specific Scenes

    Shooting Portraits (Portrait)

    Takes shots of people with a softening effect for flattering portraits.

    Image Effects (Creative Filters)

    Shooting in Vivid Colors (Super Vivid)

    Captures shots with enhanced, rich, and vivid colors.

    Shots Resembling Miniature Models (Miniature Effect)

    Shooting with a Toy Camera Effect (Toy Camera Effect)

    Shooting in Monochrome

    Special Modes for Other Purposes

    Auto Shooting after Smile Detection

    Camera automatically shoots after detecting a smile, for candid moments.

    Using the Wink Self-Timer

    Using the Face Self-Timer

    High-Speed Continuous Shooting (High-Speed Burst)

    Shooting Various Movies

    Shooting Movies in Movie Mode

    How to shoot movies using the camera's dedicated Movie mode.

    Locking or Changing Image Brightness before Shooting

    P Mode

    Shooting in Program AE ([P] Mode)

    How to customize many function settings to suit preferred shooting styles in Program AE mode.

    Image Brightness (Exposure)

    Adjusting Image Brightness (Exposure Compensation)

    How to adjust standard exposure in 1/3-stop increments for optimal brightness.

    Locking Image Brightness; Exposure (AE Lock)

    Changing the Metering Method

    Changing the ISO Speed

    Correcting Image Brightness (i-Contrast)

    Image Colors

    Adjusting White Balance

    How to adjust white balance for more natural and accurate image colors under different lighting.

    Custom White Balance

    Changing Image Color Tones (My Colors)

    Custom Color

    Adjust image contrast, sharpness, color saturation, and tones.

    Shooting Range and Focusing

    Shooting Close-Ups (Macro)

    How to restrict focus to subjects at close range using Macro mode.

    Shooting in Manual Focus Mode

    Digital Tele-Converter

    Changing the AF Frame Mode

    Center

    Uses a central AF frame for reliable focusing.

    Face AiAF

    Choosing Subjects to Focus On (Tracking AF)

    Shooting with Servo AF

    Changing the Focus Setting

    Shooting with the AF Lock

    Flash

    Changing the Flash Mode

    How to select the appropriate flash mode (Auto, On, Slow Synchro, Off) for shooting conditions.

    Adjusting the Flash Exposure Compensation

    Other Settings

    Changing the Compression Ratio (Image Quality)

    How to choose between Super Fine and Fine compression ratios for image quality.

    Changing the IS Mode Settings

    Shooting Movies with Subjects at the Same Size Shown before Shooting

    Tv, Av, and M Mode

    Specific Shutter Speeds ([Tv] Mode)

    How to set preferred shutter speed, with automatic aperture adjustment for desired exposure.

    Specific Aperture Values ([Av] Mode)

    How to set preferred aperture value, with automatic shutter speed adjustment for desired exposure.

    Specific Shutter Speeds and Aperture Values ([M] Mode)

    How to set preferred shutter speed and aperture for desired exposure.

    Adjusting the Flash Output

    Playback Mode

    Viewing

    Instructions on how to view images and movies on the camera screen.

    Switching Display Modes

    Overexposure Warning (for Image Highlights)

    Histogram

    Viewing Short Movies Created When Shooting Still Images (Digest Movies)

    Viewing by Date

    Browsing and Filtering Images

    Navigating through Images in an Index

    Displaying multiple images in an index view to quickly find desired photos.

    Finding Images Matching Specified Conditions

    Viewing Individual Images in a Group

    Image Viewing Options

    Magnifying Images

    How to zoom in and magnify images for detailed viewing during playback.

    Viewing Slideshows

    Changing Slideshow Settings

    Auto Playback of Related Images (Smart Shuffle)

    Protecting Images

    Using the Menu

    Protect

    Accessing the camera menu to select images for protection.

    Choose a selection method

    Selecting the method for choosing images for protection.

    Choosing Images Individually

    Selecting a Range

    Protecting All Images at Once

    Clearing All Protection at Once

    Erasing Images

    Erasing Multiple Images at Once

    Choosing a Selection Method

    Selecting the method for choosing images to erase.

    Specifying All Images at Once

    Rotating Images

    Deactivating Auto Rotation

    Tagging Images as Favorites

    Using the Menu

    Accessing the camera menu to tag images as favorites for organization.

    Editing Still Images

    Resizing Images

    How to save a copy of images at a lower resolution for smaller file sizes.

    Cropping

    Changing Image Color Tones (My Colors)

    Custom Color

    Adjust image contrast, sharpness, color saturation, and tones.

    Correcting Image Brightness (i-Contrast)

    Correcting Red-Eye

    Editing Movies

    Editing Digest Movies

    Setting Menu

    Silencing Camera Operations

    How to silence camera sounds and movie audio for discreet operation.

    Date and Time

    World Clock

    Using Eco Mode

    Power-Saving Adjustment

    Screen Brightness

    Hiding the Start-Up Screen

    Formatting Memory Cards

    Low-Level Formatting

    File Numbering

    Date-Based Image Storage

    Metric; Non-Metric Display

    Checking Certification Logos

    Adjusting Other Settings

    Restoring Defaults

    How to restore the camera's settings to their default factory values.

    Accessories

    Optional Accessories

    Details on optional Canon accessories that enhance camera functionality.

    Using Optional Accessories

    Playback on a TV

    How to view camera shots on a larger TV screen for better viewing.

    Powering the Camera with Household Power

    Using a Lens Hood (Sold Separately)

    Using Lens Filters (Sold Separately)

    Using the Software

    Installing the Software

    Steps for downloading and installing the camera software on a computer.

    Saving Images to a Computer

    Printing Images

    Easy Print

    Easily print shots by connecting the camera to a PictBridge-compatible printer.

    Cropping Images before Printing

    Choosing Paper Size and Layout before Printing

    Printing ID Photos

    Printing Movie Scenes

    Adding Images to the Print List (DPOF)

    Configuring Print Settings

    Setting Up Printing for Individual Images

    Setting Up Printing for a Range of Images

    Setting Up Printing for All Images

    Clearing All Images from the Print List

    Printing Images Added to the Print List (DPOF)

    Adding Images to a Photobook

    Choosing a Selection Method

    How to choose the method for selecting images to include in a photobook.

    Adding Images Individually

    Adding All Images to a Photobook

    Removing All Images from a Photobook

    Using an Eye-Fi Card

    Checking Connection Information

    How to check Eye-Fi card access point SSID and connection status.

    Disabling Eye-Fi Transfer

    How to disable Eye-Fi transfer by the card if necessary.

    Appendix

    Troubleshooting

    Solutions for common camera problems and error messages.

    On-Screen Messages

    Capture or Playback

    Responses and solutions for common on-screen messages during capture or playback.

    Battery Level

    Playback (Detailed Information Display)

    Summary of Movie Control Panel

    Functions and Menu Tables

    Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode

    Tables showing function availability across different shooting modes for quick reference.

    Movie Quality

    Shooting Tab

    AF Frame

    Settings for auto focus frame modes like Face AiAF, Tracking AF, and Center.

    Handling Precautions

    Specifications

    Camera Specifications

    Technical details and specifications of the camera, including dimensions and weight.

    Number of Shots per Memory Card

    Recording Time per Memory Card

    Shutter Speed

    Aperture

    Index

    Trademarks and Licensing

    Disclaimer

    Canon Powershot SX520 HS Specifications

    General IconGeneral
    Camera typeBridge camera
    Sensor typeCMOS
    Image stabilizerYes
    Total megapixels16.8 MP
    Image sensor size1/2.3 \
    Image formats supportedJPG
    Maximum image resolution4608 x 3456 pixels
    Still image resolution(s)3264 x 2448, 2048 x 1536, 640 x 480, 4608 x 2592, \\r 3264 x 1832, 1920 x 1080, 640 x 360, 4608 x 3072, \\r 3264 x 2176, 2048 x 1368, 640 x 424, 3456 x 3456, \\r 2448 x 2448, 1536 x 1536, 480 x 480
    Digital zoom4 x
    Optical zoom42 x
    Combined zoom168 x
    Focal length range4.3 - 180.6 mm
    Maximum aperture number6
    Minimum aperture number3.4
    Lens structure (elements/groups)13/10
    Maximum focal length (35mm film equiv)1008 mm
    Minimum focal length (35mm film equiv)24 mm
    FocusTTL
    Auto focusing (AF) modesServo Auto Focus, Single Auto Focus, Tracking Auto Focus
    Closest focusing distance0 m
    Auto Focus (AF) points selectionAuto, Manual
    Light meteringCentre-weighted, Evaluative (Multi-pattern), Spot
    ISO sensitivity100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 3200, Auto
    Light exposure modesAperture priority AE, Auto, Manual, Shutter priority AE
    ISO sensitivity (max)3200
    ISO sensitivity (min)100
    Light exposure correction± 2EV (1/3EV step)
    Fastest camera shutter speed1/2000 s
    Slowest camera shutter speed15 s
    Flash modesAuto, Flash off, Flash on, Manual, Red-eye reduction, Slow synchronization
    Flash range (tele)1.3 - 3 m
    Flash range (wide)0.5 - 5.5 m
    Flash exposure correction±2EV (1/3 EV step)
    Video resolutions640 x 480, 1280 x 720, 1920 x 1080 pixels
    Motion JPEG frame rate30 fps
    Video formats supportedAVC, H.264, MOV, MPEG4
    Maximum video resolution1920 x 1080 pixels
    Analog signal format systemNTSC, PAL
    Resolution at capture speed1920x1080@30fps, 640x480@30fps
    Audio formats supportedPCM
    Compatible memory cardsSD, SDHC, SDXC
    Field of view100 %
    Display diagonal3 \
    Display resolution (numeric)461000 pixels
    USB version-
    HDMI connector typeMini
    White balanceAuto, Cloudy, Custom modes, Daylight, Fluorescent, Fluorescent H, Tungsten
    GPS (satellite)No
    Image processorDIGIC 4+
    Self-timer delay2, 10 s
    Languages supportMulti
    Camera file systemDPOF 1.1, Exif 2.3
    Playback zoom (max)10 x
    Mac operating systems supportedMac OS X 10.8 Mountain Lion, Mac OS X 10.9 Mavericks
    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 8.1, Windows 8.1 Enterprise, Windows 8.1 Enterprise x64, Windows 8.1 Pro, Windows 8.1 Pro x64, Windows 8.1 x64
    Power source typeBattery
    Battery typeNB-6LH
    Battery life (CIPA standard)210 shots
    Number of batteries supported1
    Product colorBlack
    Operating temperature (T-T)0 - 40 °C
    Operating relative humidity (H-H)10 - 90 %
    Bundled softwareImageBrowser EX\\t, CameraWindow, PhotoStitch
    Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
    Depth91.9 mm
    Width120 mm
    Height81.7 mm
    Weight (including battery)441 g

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