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Canon PowerShot SX620 HS - User Manual

Canon PowerShot SX620 HS
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© CANON INC. 2016 CT0-D037-000-F101-A

Table of Contents

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Summary

Initial Information

Package Contents

Lists the items included in the camera package for confirmation before use.

Part Names

Identifies and labels the various parts and controls of the camera body.

Safety Precautions

Basic Operations

Charging the Battery Pack

Instructions on how to insert, charge, and remove the camera's battery pack.

Inserting the Battery Pack and Memory Card

Guides on how to correctly insert the battery pack and memory card into the camera.

Trying the Camera Out

Shooting (Smart Auto)

Explains how to use the Smart Auto mode for fully automatic shooting.

Viewing Images and Movies

Instructions on how to enter playback mode and browse through captured images and movies.

Advanced Guide

On;Off Functions

Details on turning the camera on and off in shooting and playback modes.

Shutter Button Operations

Explains how to use the shutter button for focusing and shooting.

Power-Saving Features

Information on auto power down and screen deactivation for battery conservation.

Common Camera Operations

Applying Special Effects

How to add various visual effects like Vivid Colors or Poster Effect to images.

Common, Convenient Features

Zooming In Closer on Subjects

Using digital zoom to enlarge distant subjects up to 100x magnification.

Using the Self-Timer

Instructions for setting up and using the self-timer for group photos.

Image Customization Features

Changing the Number of Recording Pixels

Guide on selecting image size (recording pixels) from four available levels.

Customizing Camera Operation

Deactivating the Red-Eye Reduction Lamp

Steps to turn off the red-eye reduction lamp for low-light shots.

Other Shooting Modes

Specific Scenes

Guidance on selecting modes like Portrait, Low Light, and Fireworks for optimal shots.

Special Modes for Other Purposes

Auto Shooting after Smile Detection

Camera automatically shoots after detecting a smile without pressing shutter.

P Mode

Shooting in Program AE Mode

Customizing settings in Program AE mode for preferred shooting style.

Image Brightness (Exposure Compensation)

Adjusting image brightness and exposure compensation in 1/3-stop increments.

Image Colors

Adjusting White Balance

Making image colors look natural by adjusting white balance for the scene.

Shooting Range and Focusing

Shooting Close-Ups (Macro)

Restricting focus to subjects at close range by setting the camera to Macro mode.

Flash

Changing the Flash Mode

Instructions on how to change the flash mode to match the shooting scene.

Playback Mode

Viewing Images and Movies

Steps to view captured images and movies on the camera screen.

Browsing and Filtering Images

Finding Images Matching Specified Conditions

Quickly finding images by filtering display according to specified conditions.

Protecting Images

Choosing Images Individually

Steps to protect individual images to prevent accidental erasure.

Erasing Images

Erasing Multiple Images at Once

How to select and erase multiple unwanted images simultaneously.

Wi-Fi Functions

Available Wi-Fi Features

Overview of features like sending images to smartphones, computers, and web services.

Sending Images to a Smartphone

Saving Images to a Computer

Installing the Software

Instructions for downloading and installing the necessary software on your computer.

Printing Images

Easy Print

Procedure for printing shots directly from the camera to a PictBridge printer.

Configuring Print Settings

Customizing print options like date, file number, and layout before printing.

Troubleshooting

On-Screen Messages

Handling Precautions

Specifications

Camera Specifications

Technical details of the camera including image sensor, lens, and screen.

Number of Shots and Recording Time

Data on expected shots and recording times based on battery and card capacity.

Wi-Fi (Wireless LAN) Precautions

Security Precautions

Important security measures and advice for using the Wi-Fi function.

Summary

Initial Information

Package Contents

Lists the items included in the camera package for confirmation before use.

Part Names

Identifies and labels the various parts and controls of the camera body.

Safety Precautions

Basic Operations

Charging the Battery Pack

Instructions on how to insert, charge, and remove the camera's battery pack.

Inserting the Battery Pack and Memory Card

Guides on how to correctly insert the battery pack and memory card into the camera.

Trying the Camera Out

Shooting (Smart Auto)

Explains how to use the Smart Auto mode for fully automatic shooting.

Viewing Images and Movies

Instructions on how to enter playback mode and browse through captured images and movies.

Advanced Guide

On;Off Functions

Details on turning the camera on and off in shooting and playback modes.

Shutter Button Operations

Explains how to use the shutter button for focusing and shooting.

Power-Saving Features

Information on auto power down and screen deactivation for battery conservation.

Common Camera Operations

Applying Special Effects

How to add various visual effects like Vivid Colors or Poster Effect to images.

Common, Convenient Features

Zooming In Closer on Subjects

Using digital zoom to enlarge distant subjects up to 100x magnification.

Using the Self-Timer

Instructions for setting up and using the self-timer for group photos.

Image Customization Features

Changing the Number of Recording Pixels

Guide on selecting image size (recording pixels) from four available levels.

Customizing Camera Operation

Deactivating the Red-Eye Reduction Lamp

Steps to turn off the red-eye reduction lamp for low-light shots.

Other Shooting Modes

Specific Scenes

Guidance on selecting modes like Portrait, Low Light, and Fireworks for optimal shots.

Special Modes for Other Purposes

Auto Shooting after Smile Detection

Camera automatically shoots after detecting a smile without pressing shutter.

P Mode

Shooting in Program AE Mode

Customizing settings in Program AE mode for preferred shooting style.

Image Brightness (Exposure Compensation)

Adjusting image brightness and exposure compensation in 1/3-stop increments.

Image Colors

Adjusting White Balance

Making image colors look natural by adjusting white balance for the scene.

Shooting Range and Focusing

Shooting Close-Ups (Macro)

Restricting focus to subjects at close range by setting the camera to Macro mode.

Flash

Changing the Flash Mode

Instructions on how to change the flash mode to match the shooting scene.

Playback Mode

Viewing Images and Movies

Steps to view captured images and movies on the camera screen.

Browsing and Filtering Images

Finding Images Matching Specified Conditions

Quickly finding images by filtering display according to specified conditions.

Protecting Images

Choosing Images Individually

Steps to protect individual images to prevent accidental erasure.

Erasing Images

Erasing Multiple Images at Once

How to select and erase multiple unwanted images simultaneously.

Wi-Fi Functions

Available Wi-Fi Features

Overview of features like sending images to smartphones, computers, and web services.

Sending Images to a Smartphone

Saving Images to a Computer

Installing the Software

Instructions for downloading and installing the necessary software on your computer.

Printing Images

Easy Print

Procedure for printing shots directly from the camera to a PictBridge printer.

Configuring Print Settings

Customizing print options like date, file number, and layout before printing.

Troubleshooting

On-Screen Messages

Handling Precautions

Specifications

Camera Specifications

Technical details of the camera including image sensor, lens, and screen.

Number of Shots and Recording Time

Data on expected shots and recording times based on battery and card capacity.

Wi-Fi (Wireless LAN) Precautions

Security Precautions

Important security measures and advice for using the Wi-Fi function.

Canon PowerShot SX620 HS Specifications

General IconGeneral
Megapixel20.2 MP
Camera typeCompact camera
Sensor typeCMOS
Image stabilizerYes
Total megapixels21.1 MP
Image sensor size1/2.3 \
Image formats supportedJPG, RAW
Supported aspect ratios1:1, 3:2, 4:3, 16:9
Maximum image resolution5184 x 3888 pixels
Still image resolution(s)5184 x 2912, 3648 x 2048, 1920 x 1080, 640 x 360, 5184 x 3456, 3648 x 2432, 2048 x 1368, 640 x 424, 5184 x 3888, 3648 x 2736, 2048 x 1536, 2592 x 1944, 640 x 480, 3888 x 3888, 2736 x 2736, 1536 x 1536, 480 x 480
Scene modesFireworks, Night, Portrait, Twilight
Image editingCrop, Resizing
Photo effectsBlack&White, Neutral, Positive film, Sepia, Skin tones, Vivid
White balanceAuto, Cloudy, Custom modes, Daylight, Fluorescent, Fluorescent H, Tungsten
Playback modesPlaylist, Rotation, Shuffle, Slideshow
Shooting modesAuto, Scene
Camera playbackHighlights
GPS (satellite)No
Image processorDIGIC 4+
Self-timer delay2, 10 s
Languages supportMulti
Camera file systemDCF, DPOF 1.1, Exif 2.3, RAW
Mac operating systems supportedMac OS X 10.10 Yosemite, Mac OS X 10.11 El Capitan, Mac OS X 10.9 Mavericks
Windows operating systems supportedWindows 10 Education, Windows 10 Education x64, Windows 10 Enterprise, Windows 10 Enterprise x64, Windows 10 Home, Windows 10 Home x64, Windows 10 Pro, Windows 10 Pro x64, Windows 7 Enterprise, Windows 7 Enterprise x64, Windows 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 8.1
Power source typeBattery
Battery life (CIPA standard)295 shots
Digital zoom4 x
Optical zoom25 x
Combined zoom100 x
Focal length range4.5 - 112.5 mm
Maximum aperture number6.6
Minimum aperture number3.2
Number of aspheric elements2
Lens structure (elements/groups)13/10
Maximum focal length (35mm film equiv)625 mm
Minimum focal length (35mm film equiv)25 mm
Product colorWhite
FocusTTL
Focus adjustmentAuto
Auto Focus (AF) points9
Auto focusing (AF) modesContinuous Auto Focus, Servo Auto Focus, Single Auto Focus, Tracking Auto Focus
Macro focusing range (wide)0.01 - 0.5 m
Normal focusing range (tele)1 - ∞ m
Normal focusing range (wide)0.05 - ∞ m
Auto Mode focusing range (wide)0.01 m
Operating temperature (T-T)0 - 40 °C
Operating relative humidity (H-H)10 - 90 %
Light meteringCentre-weighted, Evaluative (Multi-pattern), Spot
ISO sensitivity80, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 3200, Auto
ISO sensitivity (max)3200
ISO sensitivity (min)80
Light exposure correction± 2EV (1/3EV step)
Camera shutter typeElectronic
Fastest camera shutter speed1/2000 s
Slowest camera shutter speed15 s
Flash modesAuto, Flash off, Flash on, Red-eye reduction, Slow synchronization
Flash range (tele)1 - 2 m
Flash range (wide)0.5 - 4 m
Bundled softwareCameraWindow DC Map Utility Image Transfer Utility
Video resolutions640 x 480, 1280 x 720, 1920 x 1080 pixels
Motion JPEG frame rate30 fps
Video formats supportedAVC, H.264, MP4, MPEG4
Maximum video resolution1920 x 1080 pixels
Resolution at capture speed640x480@30fps, 1280x720@30fps, 1920x1080@30fps
Audio formats supportedAAC
Memory slots1
Compatible memory cardsSD, SDHC, SDXC
Field of view100 %
Display diagonal3 \
Display aspect ratio4:3
Display resolution (numeric)922000 pixels
USB version2.0
USB connectorMicro-USB B
HDMI connector typeMicro
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
Depth27.9 mm
Width96.9 mm
Height56.9 mm
Weight158 g
Weight (including battery)182 g

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