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Canon SD780 - Powershot IS - 12.1 Megapixels Digital Camera User Manual

Canon SD780 - Powershot IS - 12.1 Megapixels Digital Camera
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Camera User Guide
DIGITAL CAMERA
Camera User Guide
CDI-E397-030 XXXXXXX © CANON INC. 2009 PRINTED IN JAPAN
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Battery Charger CB-2LV
This product is not intended to be serviced. Should the product cease
to function in its intended manner, it should be returned to the
manufacturer or be discarded.
This power unit is intended to be correctly orientated in a vertical or
floor mount position.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS-SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS.
DANGER-TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC
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adapter of the proper configuration for the power outlet.
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(0.76 Ah). There is a danger of explosion if other battery packs are
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Canon SD780 - Powershot IS - 12.1 Megapixels Digital Camera Specifications

General IconGeneral
CategoryDigital Camera
ModelCanon PowerShot SD780 IS
Effective Megapixels12.1 MP
Optical Zoom3x
Digital Zoom4x
Image Sensor Size1/2.3 inch
LCD Screen Size2.5 inches
LCD Screen Resolution230, 000 dots
ISO SensitivityAuto, 80, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600
Shutter Speed15 - 1/1500 sec
Video Frame Rate30 fps
Battery TypeNB-4L Lithium-ion
Video Resolution1280 x 720
Storage MediaSD/SDHC
Weight155g (5.5 oz) (Including battery and memory card)

Summary

Checking the Package Contents

Personal Printing Guide

Manual for connecting camera to printer.

Software Starter Guide

Manual for connecting camera to computer.

Read This First

Test Shots

Take initial shots to ensure correct recording.

Warning Against Copyright Infringement

Images are for personal use; respect copyright laws.

Warranty Limitations

Warranty effective in country of sale; abroad, return to country of sale.

What Do You Want to Do?

Basic Shooting Operations

Instructions for shooting, focus, and composition.

Specialized Shooting Modes

Modes for specific scenes like portraits, night, or close-ups.

Image Settings Adjustments

Changing image size, tone, or applying effects.

Camera Shake Reduction

Using image stabilization and high ISO for clear shots.

What Do You Want to Do? (Continued)

Viewing Images and Movies

Options for reviewing photos and videos.

Printing and Saving Images

Instructions for printing and saving photos.

Other Camera Functions

Miscellaneous camera operations like sound and travel use.

1 Getting Started

Charging the Battery

Step-by-step guide to charging the camera battery.

Inserting the Battery and Memory Card

Proper insertion of battery and memory card.

Setting the Date and Time

Configuring camera's date and time settings.

Formatting Memory Cards

Initializing memory cards before use.

Pressing the Shutter Button

How to use the two-stage shutter button.

Taking Pictures

Instructions for basic photography in AUTO mode.

Viewing Images

How to review captured photos on the camera.

Erasing Images

Process for deleting individual photos.

Printing Images

Connecting camera for printing.

Shooting Movies

How to record video clips.

Viewing Movies

Reviewing recorded videos.

Transferring Images to a Computer

Moving photos from camera to PC.

Accessories

List of supplied and optional camera accessories.

2 Learning More

Components Guide

Identification of camera parts and functions.

Information Displayed on the Screen

Explanation of icons and data shown on the display.

Indicators

Meaning of camera indicator lights.

Basic Menu Operations

Using the FUNC. menu for quick settings.

Conventions Used in this Guide

Icons and Button Representation

Explanation of icons used for buttons and controls.

Safety Precautions

Camera Safety Warnings

Important safety instructions for camera operation.

Safety Precautions (Continued)

Battery and Charger Safety

Safety guidelines for batteries and chargers.

General Usage Warnings

General safety advice for using the camera.

Safety Precautions (Continued)

General Cautions

Important warnings about equipment handling and usage.

Getting Started

Attaching the Strap/Holding the Camera

How to attach the strap and hold the camera correctly.

Charging the Battery

Effective Battery and Charger Use

Tips for optimal battery and charger use.

Inserting the Battery and Memory Card

Compatible Memory Cards

List of supported memory card types.

Write-Protect Tab Explanation

Explanation of the memory card write-protect feature.

Setting the Date and Time

Daylight Saving Time Settings

How to set daylight saving time.

Setting the Date and Time (Continued)

Changing Date and Time Settings

How to modify existing date/time settings.

Date/Time Battery Information

Information on the camera's backup battery.

Setting the Display Language

Troubleshooting Menu Display

Troubleshooting for menu display issues.

Formatting Memory Cards

About Low Level Formatting

Information on low-level formatting.

Pressing the Shutter Button

Shutter Sound Variations

Explanation of variable shutter sound length.

AUTO Taking Pictures

Screen Display Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting for a blank or unresponsive screen.

Sound Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting for missing camera sounds.

AUTO Taking Pictures (Continued)

Image Exposure Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting dark images with flash.

Scene Icons Explanation

Explanation of scene icons for automatic settings.

Viewing Images

Switching Playback Modes

How to enter and exit playback mode.

Erasing Images

Printing Images

Items to Prepare for Printing

Required items for printing.

Shooting Movies

Shooting Movies (Continued)

Estimated Shooting Times

Approximate video recording durations.

Viewing Movies

Transferring Images to a Computer

System Requirements

PC specifications for software use.

Transferring Images to a Computer (Continued)

Software Installation

Instructions for installing transfer software.

Transferring Images to a Computer (Continued)

Transferring Images with Computer

Steps for transferring images using software.

Accessories

Supplied with Camera

List of items included in the camera package.

Separately Sold Accessories

Power Supplies

Optional power accessories.

Other Accessories

Other optional camera accessories.

Learning More

Components Guide

Mode Switch

Explanation of the camera's mode selection switch.

Components Guide (Continued)

Viewfinder and Terminals

Description of viewfinder and connection ports.

Information Displayed on the Screen

Shooting Information Display

Icons and data shown during shooting.

Switching the Display

How to change screen information display.

Information Displayed on the Screen (Continued)

Playback Detailed Information Display

Detailed info shown during playback.

Switching Playback Display

How to cycle through playback display modes.

Information Displayed on the Screen (Continued)

Display in Dark Conditions

Automatic screen brightening in low light.

Overexposure Warning

Warning for overexposed areas in playback.

Indicators

Meaning of camera indicator lights.

FUNC. Menu – Basic Operations

MENU Menu – Basic Operations

Changing the Sound Settings

Muting Sounds

How to silence or adjust camera sounds.

Adjusting the Volume

Step-by-step volume adjustment.

Changing the Screen Brightness

Using the MENU Button

Adjusting brightness via the menu.

Using the DISP. Button

Adjusting brightness using the DISP button.

Returning the Camera to Default Settings

Functions Not Reset

List of settings not affected by reset.

Low Level Memory Card Formatting

About Low Level Formatting

Information on low-level formatting.

Power Saving Function (Auto Power Down)

Power Saving During Shooting

Auto power off during shooting.

Power Saving During Playback

Auto power off during playback.

Changing the Image Display Time

Clock Functions

3 Shooting in Special Conditions and Commonly Used Functions

Shooting in Various Conditions

Portrait and Night Snapshot Shooting

Modes for portraits and night scenes.

Shooting in Various Conditions (Continued)

Kids & Pets, Indoor, Sunset, Fireworks, Beach Shooting

Modes for kids, pets, indoor, sunsets, fireworks, and beach.

Shooting in Various Conditions (Continued)

High ISO Speed Shooting

Using high ISO for low light conditions.

Turning the Flash Off

Troubleshooting Flash Indicator

Troubleshooting flash indicator blinking orange.

Zooming in More Closely on Subjects (Digital Zoom)

Image Deterioration Factors

Factors causing image quality loss with digital zoom.

Turning Off Digital Zoom

How to disable digital zoom.

Digital Tele-Converter

Image Deterioration Combinations

Combinations causing image quality loss with tele-converter.

Inserting the Date and Time

Embedding Date/Time in Images

Adding date/time stamp to images.

Using the Self-Timer

Using the Face Self-Timer

Face Detection Issues

What happens if face is not detected.

Changing Number of Shots

Adjusting the number of shots for self-timer.

4 Selecting Settings Yourself

P Shooting in Program AE

Exposure Display Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting exposure display issues.

Turning the Flash On

Shooting Close-ups (Macro)

Shooting Far Away Subjects (Infinity)

Zooming In on Close Subjects (Digital Macro)

Image Deterioration Factors

Factors causing image quality loss with digital macro.

Changing the Recording Pixels

Changing the Image Quality (Compression Ratio)

Approximate Values for Image Quality

Table of image quality settings.

Approximate Values for Paper Size

Guide for printing image sizes.

Adjusting the Brightness (Exposure Compensation)

Continuous Shooting

Changing the ISO Speed

Changing ISO Speed

How to adjust ISO settings.

Adjusting the White Balance

Custom White Balance

Manually setting white balance.

Changing the Tone of an Image (My Colors)

Custom Color

Shooting Using the Two Second Self-Timer

Customizing the Self-Timer

Self-Timer Number of Shots Issues

Behavior when multiple shots are set.

Shooting Using a TV Monitor

Changing the Composition with the Focus Lock

Shooting Using the Viewfinder

5 Getting More Out of Your Camera

Changing the AF Frame Mode

Face AiAF

Auto AF for faces.

Center AF Frame

Center AF frame.

Reducing AF Frame Size

Making the AF frame smaller.

Magnifying the Focal Point

Magnification Display Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting magnification display.

AF Lock

Shooting with Servo AF

Changing the Metering Mode

AE Lock Shooting with the AE Lock

FE Lock Shooting with the FE Lock

Shooting with Slow Synchro

Making Dark Subjects Appear Brighter (i-Contrast)

i-Contrast Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting i-Contrast feature.

Red-Eye Correction

Checking for Shut Eyes

Shooting Long Exposures

Changing the Color and Shooting

Color Accent Feature

Retain one color, rest black and white.

Changing the Color and Shooting (Continued)

Color Swap Feature

Swap one color for another.

Shooting Stitch Assist Images

6 Using Various Functions for Shooting Movies

Changing the Movie Mode

Image Quality Table

Table of image quality settings.

Estimated Shooting Time

Table of estimated shooting durations.

AE Lock/Exposure Shift

Other Shooting Functions

Using the Self-Timer (p. 63)*

Reference to self-timer usage.

Shooting Close-ups (Macro) (p. 67)*

Reference to macro shooting.

Changing the IS-Mode Settings

Adjusting image stabilization modes.

Playback Functions

Erasing Images (p. 28)

Reference to image erasing.

Searching Images (Index Display) (p. 102)

Reference to index image search.

Viewing Images in Filtered Playback (p. 103)

Reference to filtered image viewing.

Viewing Slideshows (p. 105)

Reference to slideshow playback.

Erasing All Images (p. 112)

Reference to erasing all images.

Protecting Images (p. 116)

Reference to image protection.

Rotating Images (p. 120)

Reference to image rotation.

Editing

Editing (Continued)

7 Using Playback and Other Functions

Searching and Filtering Images

Finding images using index display and filters.

Viewing Slideshows

Automatically playing back recorded images.

Focus Checking and Image Magnification

Checking focus and magnifying images.

Image Transitions and TV Viewing

Changing image transitions and viewing on TV.

Erasing and Protecting Images

Methods for erasing and protecting images.

Organizing and Rotating Images

Categorizing and rotating images.

Resizing and Trimming Images

Resizing and trimming recorded images.

Adding Effects and Color Correction

Applying My Colors effects and red-eye correction.

Printing Images with DPOF

Selecting images and setting print options.

Customizing the Camera

Changing Camera Functions

Customizing power saving and screen settings.

World Clock and File Numbering

Using world clock and changing file numbering.

Folder Creation and Auto Rotate

Creating folders and managing auto rotate feature.

Lens Retract and AF Assist Beam

Adjusting lens retract time and disabling AF assist beam.

Red-Eye Reduction and Image Display

Disabling red-eye function and changing image display.

Changing the IS-Mode Settings

Adjusting image stabilization modes.

Playback and Startup Customization

Customizing playback resume and startup image/sound.

Troubleshooting

Power and Lens Issues

Troubleshooting power and lens retraction problems.

TV Output and Shooting Problems

Resolving TV display and general shooting issues.

Image Quality Troubleshooting

Addressing dark, bright, blurred, or grainy images.

Movie Recording and Playback Issues

Resolving movie recording and playback problems.

On-Screen Error Messages

Interpreting and resolving error messages.

Camera Error Codes

Understanding and responding to camera error codes.

Camera Specifications

Technical Details

Comprehensive list of camera technical specifications.

Battery and Charger Specifications

Technical details for battery pack and charger.

MPEG-4 Licensing Information

Licensing details for MPEG-4 video support.

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