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Canon Powershot SX520 HS User Manual

Canon Powershot SX520 HS
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©CANON INC. 2014 CDJ-E600-010

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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

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

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