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- Page 1 CDI-E272-010 XX07XXX © 2007 CANON INC. ENGLISH Advanced Camera User Guide This guide explains camera features and procedures in detail. PRINTED IN JAPAN Before Using the Camera Shooting Playback/Erasing Print/Transfer Settings Customizing the Camera Troubleshooting List of Messages Appendix...
- Page 2 Records sound memos by themselves (Sound Recorder) Printing Makes printing easy with the Print/Share button Also supports non-Canon brand PictBridge compliant printers Uses of Recorded Images Effortlessly transfer them to a computer with the Print/Share button Freely customize the start-up image or start-up sound using the...
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Page 3: Conventions Used In This Guide
Use of genuine Canon accessories is recommended. This product is designed to achieve excellent performance when used with genuine Canon accessories. Canon shall not be liable for any damage to this product and/or accidents such as fire, etc., caused by the malfunction of non-genuine Canon accessories (e.g., a leakage and/or explosion of a battery pack). -
Page 4: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Items marked with a functions or procedures. Conventions Used in this Guide ..... . 1 Handling Precautions ......5 Please Read. - Page 5 Switching between Metering Modes ....51 Adjusting the Exposure Compensation ....52 Setting the Shutter Speed (Long Shutter Mode) .
- Page 6 Customizing the Camera (My Camera Settings) ..110 Changing My Camera Settings ..... . . 110 Registering My Camera Settings .
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Page 7: Handling Precautions
Please note that Canon Inc., its subsidiaries and affiliates, and its distributors are not liable for any consequential damages arising from any malfunction of a camera or accessory, including memory cards, that results in the failure of an image to be recorded or to be recorded in a way that is machine readable. -
Page 8: Safety Precautions
Camera Body Temperature If your camera is used for prolonged periods, the camera body may become warm. Please be aware of this and take care when operating the camera for an extended period. About the LCD Monitor The LCD monitor is produced with extremely high-precision manufacturing techniques. - Page 9 Please consult your camera distributor or the closest Canon Customer Support Help Desk. Do not use substances containing alcohol, benzine, thinners or other flammable substances to clean or maintain the equipment.
- Page 10 Do not place the battery near a heat source or expose it to direct flame or heat. The battery should not be immersed in water or sea water. Do not attempt to disassemble, alter or apply heat to the battery. Avoid dropping or subjecting the battery to severe impacts that could damage the casing.
- Page 11 Do not trigger the flash in close proximity to human or animal eyes. Exposure to the intense light produced by the flash may damage eyesight. In particular, remain at least one meter (39 inches) away from infants when using the flash. Keep objects that are sensitive to magnetic fields (such as credit cards) away from the speaker of the camera.
- Page 12 Do not connect compact power adapters or battery chargers to devices such as electrical transformers for foreign travel because it may lead to malfunctions, excessive heat generation, fire, electric shock or injury. Do not operate the flash with dirt, dust or other items stuck to the surface of the flash.
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Page 13: Preventing Malfunctions
Preventing Malfunctions Avoid Strong Magnetic Fields Never place the camera in close proximity to electric motors or other equipment generating strong electromagnetic fields. Exposure to strong magnetic fields may cause malfunctions or corrupt image data. Avoid Condensation Related Problems When moving the equipment rapidly from a cold place to a hot place, you can avoid condensation by placing the equipment in an airtight, resealable plastic bag and letting it adjust to temperature changes slowly before removing it... -
Page 14: Before Using The Camera-Basic Operations
Before Using the Camera—Basic Operations Using the LCD Monitor Press The display mode changes as follows with each press. Shooting Mode No Information Information View The shooting information displays for approximately 6 sec. when a setting is changed, regardless of the selected display mode. -
Page 15: Using The Clock
Using the Clock You can display the current date and time for a 5-second* interval using the following two methods. * Default setting Method 1 Hold the FUNC./SET button down while turning on the power. Method 2 In a shooting/playback mode, press the FUNC./SET button for more than one second. -
Page 16: Lcd Monitor Brightness
LCD Monitor Brightness LCD Monitor Brightness Settings The brightness of the LCD monitor can be changed in the following two ways. Changing Settings Using the Set up Menu (p. 26) Changing Settings Using the DISP. Button (Quick-bright LCD Function) You can set the LCD monitor to the brightest setting regardless of the option selected in the Set up menu by pressing the DISP. -
Page 17: Information Displayed On The Lcd Monitor
Information Displayed on the LCD Monitor Shooting Information (Shooting mode) Digital Tele-converter/Zoom Magnification/Safety Zoom (p. 32) Spot Frame AF Frame (p. 46) */ Shutter speed*/ Aperture Setting* 3:2 Guide (p. 38) Grid Lines (p. 38) • Stills: Recordable Shots • Movies: Remaining Time/ Elapsed Time Shooting Mode (pp. - Page 18 If the indicator blinks orange and the camera shake icon displays, it indicates there is insufficient illumination and a slow shutter speed will be selected. Shoot using the following methods. - Raise the ISO speed (p. 65). - Set the Auto ISO Shift to [On] (p. 66). - Select a setting other than (Basic Guide p.
- Page 19 Detailed Histogram (p. 18) Shooting Mode (pp. 34, 39, 44, 60, 62, Basic Guide pp. 12 – 14) Metering Mode (p. 51) ISO Speed (p. 65) Recording Pixels/Frame Rate (Movies) (p. 42) Shutter speed Time Lapse (p. 39) Aperture Setting The following information may also be displayed with some images.
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Page 20: Histogram Function
Histogram Function The histogram is a graph that allows you to check the brightness of the image. The greater the bias toward the left in the graph, the darker the image. The greater the bias toward the right, the brighter the image. If the image is too dark, adjust the exposure compensation to a positive value. -
Page 21: Power Saving Function
Power Saving Function This camera is equipped with a power saving function. The power will shut off in the following circumstances. Press the power button again to restore power. Shooting Mode Powers down approximately 3 minutes after the last control is accessed on the camera. The LCD monitor automatically turns off 1 minute* after the last control is accessed even if [Auto Power Down] is set to [Off]. -
Page 22: Setting The World Clock
Setting the World Clock When traveling abroad, you can record images with local dates and times simply by switching the time zone setting if you pre-register the destination time zones. You can enjoy the convenience of not having to switch the Date/Time settings. Setting the Home/World Time Zones (Set up) Menu See Menus and Settings (p. - Page 23 Use the tion time zone You can also select an area with the touch control dial. In addition, as in Step 3, you can set the day- light saving time. Use the World], and the Switching to the Destination Time Zone (Set up) Menu See Menus and Settings (p.
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Page 24: Menus And Settings
Menus and Settings Menus are used to set the shooting, playback and print settings as well as such camera settings as the date/time and electronic beep. The following menus are available. FUNC. Menu Rec., Play, Print, Set up and My Camera Menus FUNC. - Page 25 Rec., Play, Print, Set up and My Camera Menus Convenient settings for shooting, playback or printing can be set with these menus. (Rec.) Menu You can switch between menus with button when this part is selected. • This example shows the Rec. menu in •...
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Page 26: Menu List
Menu List See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 160). FUNC. Menu Menu Item Shooting Mode Special Scene Mode Movie Mode Exposure Compensation p. 52 Long Shutter Mode White Balance My Colors Rec. Menu Menu Item AiAF Digital Zoom (Still) (Movie) Slow Synchro... -
Page 27: Play Menu
Disp. Overlay (Still) Off*/Grid Lines/3:2 Guide/ Both (Movie) Off*/Grid Lines Date Stamp Off*/Date/Date & Time button *1 Default setting is 3 shots. *2 They are classified according to the following categories. People: has been selected in [AiAF] mode. Scenery: Events: Play Menu Menu Item Slide Show... -
Page 28: Set Up Menu
Set up Menu Menu Item Mute Volume Start-up Vol. Operation Vol. Selftimer Vol. Shutter Volume Playback Vol. Touch Icons LCD Brightness Power Saving Auto Power Down Display Off Options On/Off* Set to [On] to silence all sounds except warning sounds. (Basic p. 10) Off/1/2*/3/4/5 Adjusts the volume of the start-up sound, operation sound, self-timer... - Page 29 (Widescreen) mode at the full page setting for wide paper using a Canon SELPHY CP730/CP720/CP710/CP510 Compact Photo Printer. Since this setting is saved even when the power is turned off, ensure that you return the setting to [Auto] to print other image sizes. (However, it cannot be changed while the printer is connected.)
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Page 30: Resetting Settings To Their Default Values
My Camera Menu Menu Item Theme Start-up Image Start-up Sound Operation Sound Sets the sound played when any button other than Selftimer Sound Shutter Sound My Camera Menu Contents Resetting Settings to Their Default Values (Set up) Menu See Menus and Settings (p. 23). Select [OK] and press Settings cannot be reset when the camera is connected to a computer or to a printer. -
Page 31: Formatting Memory Cards
Formatting Memory Cards You should always format a new memory card or one from which you wish to erase all images and other data. Please note that formatting (initializing) a memory card erases all data, including protected images and other file types. -
Page 32: Shooting
Shooting Use the touch control dial to select shooting modes or FUNC. menu options. See the Basic Guide, p. 4. Changing the Recording Pixels and Compression FUNC. Menu * (Recording Pixels). See Menus and Settings (p. 22). * Default setting. Use the compression/recording pixels set- tings and press the FUNC./SET but-... - Page 33 3072 x 1728 pixels (Widescreen) * Paper sizes vary according to region. Approximate Values for Compression Settings Compression Superfine High Quality Shoot higher quality images Fine Normal Normal See Image Data Sizes (Estimated) (p. 142). See Memory Cards and Estimated Capacities (p. 140). Printing on wide size paper (you can check the composition at a 16:9 aspect ratio.
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Page 34: Using The Digital Zoom/Digital Tele-Converter
Using the Digital Zoom/Digital Tele- Converter You can shoot zoomed images using the combined digital and optical zooms. The focal lengths (35mm film equivalent) and characteristics are as follows. Option Focal Length Standard 35 – 420 mm 35 – 105 mm 1.5x 52.5 –... -
Page 35: Using The Digital Zoom
Using the Digital Zoom Press the zoom lever toward The combined optical and digital zoom factor will appear on the LCD monitor. Based on the number of recording pixels set, the Safety Zoom feature calculates the maximum zoom fac- tor beyond which image quality will begin to deteriorate. -
Page 36: Magnified Close-Up Shooting (Digital Macro)
Magnified Close-Up Shooting You can shoot a subject 3 – 10 cm (1.2 – 3.9 in.) from the end of the lens at the maximum wide angle setting. With the digital zoom, the image area is 9 x 7 mm (0.35 x 0.28 in.) at maximum zoom (approximately 4.0x). -
Page 37: Red-Eye Reduction Function
Red-Eye Reduction Function You can set whether or not the red-eye reduction* lamp automatically fires with the flash. *This function reduces the effect of light reflecting back from the eyes and making them appear red. (Rec.) Menu See Menus and Settings (p. 23). *Default setting. -
Page 38: Continuous Shooting
Super high speed SDC-512MSH memory card (sold separately) newly formatted with low level formatting (p. 29). • This reflects standard shooting criteria established by Canon. Actual results may vary according to the subject and shooting conditions. • Even if continuous shooting suddenly stops, the memory card may not be full. -
Page 39: Postcard Mode
Postcard Mode You can shoot images with the optimal settings for postcards by composing them inside the print area (width-to-height ratio of approximately 3:2) shown in the LCD monitor. FUNC. Menu (Postcard). See Menus and Settings (p. 22). *Default setting. The recording pixels are set to (1600 x 1200) and the compression (Fine). -
Page 40: Setting The Display Overlay
Setting the Display Overlay You can check a composition’s horizontal and vertical alignment as well as a 3:2 aspect ratio print range on the LCD monitor by using a shooting guide while shooting. Displays grid lines dividing the monitor into 9 areas, Grid Lines allowing you to check the subject’s horizontal and vertical alignment. -
Page 41: Movie Shooting
Movie Shooting The following movie modes are available. For information on the recording pixels and frame rate in each mode, refer to Changing Recording Pixels and Frame Rates (p. 42). If the function is registered to the movie by simply pressing the is set to (p. - Page 42 • The recording time will vary according to the capacity of the memory card you use (p. 140). * Recording will stop after one hour of continuous recording even if the recorded data volume has not reached 4 GB. Depending on the volume and data writing speed of the memory card, recording may stop before reaching 1 hour or before the recorded data volume has reached 4 GB.
- Page 43 You are recommended to use a memory card that has been formatted in your camera to shoot movies (p. 29). The card supplied with the camera may be used without further formatting. Be careful of the following while recording. - Try not to touch the microphone (Basic Guide p. 1). - Do not press any buttons other than the shutter button.
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Page 44: Frame Rate
Changing Recording Pixels and Frame Rates You can change the recording pixels and frame rate when the movie mode is set to (Color Swap). FUNC. Menu * (Recording Pixels). See Menus and Settings (p. 22). *Default setting. Use the select recording pixels/frame rate settings and press the FUNC./SET button. -
Page 45: Time Lapse
Changing the Shooting Interval (Time Lapse)) FUNC. Menu See Menus and Settings (p. 22). *Default setting. Use the select a shooting interval (1 sec./2 sec.) and press the FUNC./SET button. The recordable duration will display. button to Recordable Duration... -
Page 46: Shooting Panoramic Images (Stitch Assist)
Shooting Panoramic Images Stitch Assist can be used to shoot overlapping images that can later be merged (stitched) to create one panoramic image on a computer. The overlapping seams of several adjacent images can be joined into a single panoramic image. - Page 47 Compose the second image so that it over- laps a portion of the first and shoot. You can retake a shot by pressing the ing to the previously recorded image screen. Minor discrepancies in the overlapping portions can be cor- rected when the images are stitched together.
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Page 48: Switching Between Focusing Modes
Switching between Focusing Modes The autofocus frame (AF frame) indicates the area used to set the focus. Select from among the following three focusing methods. Face Detect (No frame) (Rec.) Menu [Face Detect]*/[On]/[Off]. See Menus and Settings (p. 23). *Default setting. [Face Detect] cannot be used when the LCD monitor is turned off. - Page 49 The following occurs when [Face Detect] is selected. - The camera displays up to three frames where it has detected a face. At this point, the frame the camera judges to be the main subject appears in white while the others appear in gray.
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Page 50: Shooting Hard-To-Focus Subjects (Focus Lock, Af Lock)
Shooting Hard-to-Focus Subjects (Focus Lock, AF Lock) It may be difficult to focus on the following types of subjects. Subjects with extremely low contrast to the surroundings Scenes with a mixture of near and far subjects. Subjects with extremely bright objects at the center of the composition Subjects that are moving quickly Subjects through glass: Try to shoot as close to the glass as possible to reduce the chances of light reflecting back off the glass. -
Page 51: Locking The Exposure Setting (Ae Lock)
To Release the AF Lock Press the button. When shooting with the focus lock or AF lock using the LCD monitor, setting [AiAF] to [Off] (p. 46) makes shooting easier since the camera focuses using the center AF frame only. The AF lock is convenient because you can let go of the shutter button to compose the image. -
Page 52: Locking The Flash Exposure Setting (Fe Lock)
Locking the Flash Exposure Setting You can lock the flash exposure so that the exposure settings are correctly set regardless of the composition of your subject. Press the Focus on the part of the subject on which you wish to lock the flash exposure setting. Press the shutter button halfway and press button. -
Page 53: Switching Between Metering Modes
Switching between Metering Modes FUNC. Menu See Menus and Settings (p. 22). *Default setting. Use the the metering mode and press the FUNC./SET button. Metering Methods Appropriate for standard shooting conditions, including backlit scenes. The camera divides images into several zones for metering. It evaluates Evaluative complex lighting conditions, such as the position of the subject, the brightness, the direct light, and the... -
Page 54: Adjusting The Exposure Compensation
Adjusting the Exposure Compensation Adjust the exposure compensation to a positive value to avoid making the subject too dark when it is backlit or shot against a bright background. Adjust the exposure compensation to a negative value to avoid making the subject too bright in night shots or when shot against a dark background. -
Page 55: Setting The Shutter Speed (Long Shutter Mode)
Setting the Shutter Speed You can set the shutter speed to a slow setting to make dark subjects appear brighter. FUNC. Menu See Menus and Settings (p. 22). *Default setting. Use the speed The higher the value, the brighter the image and the lower the value, the darker the image. - Page 56 Use the LCD monitor to confirm that the image was recorded at the desired brightness. Please note that camera shake becomes a factor at low shutter speeds. Shoot with the camera attached to a tripod. Use of the flash may result in an over-exposed image. If this occurs, shoot with the flash set to The following are unavailable: - Exposure Compensation...
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Page 57: Adjusting The Tone (White Balance)
Adjusting the Tone (White Balance) Normally, the (Auto) white balance setting selects an optimal white balance. When the colors, change the white balance using a setting appropriate for the light source. FUNC. Menu See Menus and Settings (p. 22). *Default setting. Use the white balance setting and press the FUNC./SET button. -
Page 58: Using The Custom White Balance
Using the Custom White Balance You can set a custom white balance to obtain the optimal setting for the shooting conditions by having the camera evaluate an object, such as a piece of white paper or cloth, or a photo-quality gray card that you wish to establish as the standard white color. - Page 59 You are recommended to set the shooting mode to and the exposure compensation setting to [±0] before setting a custom white balance. The correct white balance may not be obtained when the exposure setting is incorrect (image appears completely black or white). Shoot with the same settings as when reading the white balance data.
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Page 60: Shooting In A My Colors Mode
Shooting in a My Colors Mode You can change the look and feel of the pictures you take. My Colors Settings My Colors Off Records normally with this setting. Vivid Neutral Sepia Positive Film Lighter Skin Tone* Darker Skin Tone* Vivid Blue Vivid Green Vivid Red... -
Page 61: Setting The Camera To A Custom Color Mode
FUNC. Menu See Menus and Settings (p. 22). *Default setting. Use the My Colors mode. See Setting the Camera to a Cus- tom Color Mode (p. 59). When not in Press the FUNC./SET button to return to the shooting screen. Shoot. -
Page 62: Changing Colors
Changing Colors You can shoot images with the original colors transformed. This can be performed on movies as well as still images, allowing you to enjoy photographing with image or movie effects. However, depending on the shooting conditions, the images may appear rough or you may not get the expected color. - Page 63 The Color Accent mode will take effect. The camera will switch to color input mode and the display will alternate between the original image and the color accent image (using the previ- ously set color). Aim the camera so that the color you wish to retain appears at the center of the LCD monitor and press the Only one color can be specified.
- Page 64 Shooting in the Color Swap Mode Original Color (Before Swapping) Stills: FUNC. Menu Swap). Movies: FUNC. Menu (Color Swap). See Menus and Settings (p. 22). *Default setting. The Color Swap mode will take effect. The camera will switch to color input mode and the display will alternate between the original image and the color swap image (using the previ-...
- Page 65 Aim the camera so that the original color appears at the center of the LCD monitor and press the Only one color can be specified. You can use the ors that are swapped. • -5: Only takes the color that you want to swap •...
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Page 66: Changing The Save Method For The Original Image
Changing the Save Method for the Original Image When shooting still images in the Color Accent or Color Swap mode, you can set whether or not to save the original image as well as the transformed one. (Rec.) Menu [On]/[Off]*. See Menus and Settings (p. -
Page 67: Adjusting The Iso Speed
Adjusting the ISO Speed Raise the ISO speed to use a fast shutter speed when you wish to reduce the effects of camera shake or avoid blurry subjects, or to turn the flash off when shooting in a dark area. Press the ton to switch settings. -
Page 68: Changing The Iso Speed With One Touch (Auto Iso Shift)
Changing the ISO Speed with One Touch If the camera shake warning icon ( can raise the ISO speed simply by pressing the record at a shutter speed that avoids the effects of camera shake. (Rec.) Menu Shift] [On]/[Off]*. See Menus and Settings (p. 23). *Default setting. -
Page 69: Registering Functions To The
Registering Functions to the You can register a function that you often use with the The following functions can be registered. Menu Item Not Assigned* +/- (Exp.) White Balance Custom White Balance Digital Tele-converter *1 Default setting. *2 Sets the sound registered to the My Camera menu. -
Page 70: Using The Button
Using the Press the The setting value of the registered function switches each time the - A configuration screen will appear for the tions. - With the captured each time you press the guidance frame does not show in the LCD monitor in this case, please have the white target object or cloth centered in the LCD monitor before pressing the - With the... -
Page 71: Setting The Auto Rotate Function
Setting the Auto Rotate Function Your camera is equipped with an Intelligent Orientation sensor that detects the orientation of an image shot with the camera held vertically and automatically rotates it to the correct orientation when viewing it in the LCD monitor. (Set up) Menu [Off]. -
Page 72: Checking For Focus Right After Shooting
Checking for Focus Right After Shooting You can check whether the image is in focus right after it is recorded. Shoot. The recorded image displays for about 2 seconds (or the interval set with the Review function p. 24). Press image is displayed. - Page 73 Switching between AF Frames/ Changing the Display Position Press If you have an image with multiple AF frames in focus, you can change the display position between the orange frames each time you press the MENU button. Press The camera will switch to the display position change mode.
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Page 74: Creating An Image Destination (Folder)
Creating an Image Destination (Folder) You can create a new folder at any time and the recorded images will be automatically saved to that folder. Create New Folder Auto Create Creates a folder the next time you shoot. (Set up) Menu See Menus and Settings (p. - Page 75 Setting the Day or Time for Automatic Folder Creation (Set up) Menu See Menus and Settings (p. 23). Select a day for the [Auto Create] option and a time in the [Time] option displays when the specified time arrives. The symbol will cease to display after the new folder is cre- ated.
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Page 76: Resetting The File Number
Resetting the File Number The images you shoot are automatically assigned file numbers. You can select how the file number is assigned. (Set up) Menu tinuous]*/[Auto Reset]. See Menus and Settings (p. 23). *Default setting. File Number Reset Function A number one higher than the last one recorded is assigned to the next image. - Page 77 File and Folder Numbers Recorded images are assigned consecutive file numbers starting with 0001 and ranging up to 9999, while folders are assigned numbers starting with 100 and ranging up to 999. Up to 2,000 images can be saved into a single folder. New Folder Created Memory Card 1 Continuous...
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Page 78: Playback/Erasing
Playback/Erasing Use the touch control dial to select images and perform various operations. See the Basic Guide, p. 4. Magnifying Images Press the zoom lever toward will display and a magnified portion of the image will display. Images can be magnified up to a factor of approximately 10x. -
Page 79: Viewing Images In Sets Of Nine (Index Playback)
Viewing Images in Sets of Nine Press the zoom lever toward Up to nine images can be viewed at once. Use the change the image selection. Switching between Sets of Nine Images The jump bar will display if you press the zoom lever toward playback and you can switch the display between sets of nine images. -
Page 80: Organizing Images By Category (My Category)
Organizing Images by Category You can organize images into prepared categories (People, Scenery, Events, Category 1-3, To Do). At the category level, you can perform the following. Image searches (p. 79) Slide Show (p. 93) Protect (p. 98) Erase (p. 102) Configure print settings (p. -
Page 81: Jumping To Images
Jumping to Images When you have many images recorded onto a memory card, it is handy to use the six search keys below to jump over images to find the object of your search. Shot Date My Category Folder Movie By 10 images By 100 images In single image playback mode, press the... -
Page 82: Viewing Movies
button to select date, category, folder or movie for playback and press the FUNC./SET button. - The camera will switch to defined playback mode and display a blue frame. You can limit playback to the images corresponding to the search key. - Press the The defined playback mode will be canceled under the following circumstances. - Page 83 Select (Play) and press The movie will pause if you press the FUNC./SET button during playback. It will resume when you press the button again. When playback ends, the movie stops at the last frame displayed. Press the FUNC./SET button to display the movie control panel.
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Page 84: Editing Movies
Editing Movies You can delete portions of recorded movies. Protected movies and movies 1 second or less in duration of 15 sec.* or 30 sec.**) cannot be edited. * When the shooting interval is 1 sec. **When the shooting interval is 2 sec. Select movie control panel and press... -
Page 85: Rotating Images In The Display
Depending on the movie's file size, it may take some time to save an edited movie. If the battery runs out of charge partway through, edited movie clips cannot be saved. When editing movies, it is recommended to use a fully charged battery or the separately sold AC Adapter Kit ACK-DC10 (p. -
Page 86: Playback With Transition Effects
Playback with Transition Effects You can select the transition effect displayed when switching between images. No transition effect. The displayed image darkens and the next image gradually brightens until it is displayed. Press the left and the right. (Play) Menu See Menus and Settings (p. -
Page 87: Red-Eye Correction Function
Red-Eye Correction Function You can correct red eyes in recorded images. However, red eyes may not be automatically detected in some images or the results may not turn out as you intended. Examples: Faces near the screen edges or faces that appear extremely small, large, dark or bright in relation to the overall image. - Page 88 Select [New File] or [Overwrite] and press [New File]: saves the image under a new file name. The original file remains as is. The newly saved image file is saved as the last image of the photographed images. [Overwrite]: saves the new image under the original file name.
- Page 89 Adding Correction Frames You can add up to a maximum of 35 correction frames. Use the Frame] and press Use the the frame position and press You can change the size of the frame with the zoom lever. button to select [Add button to adjust...
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Page 90: Adding Effects With The My Colors Function
Adding Effects with the My Colors Function You can add effects to recorded images (stills only) using the My Colors function. The following selection of My Colors effects is available. For details, see p. 58. Vivid Neutral Sepia Positive Film (Play) Menu See Menus and Settings (p. - Page 91 Select [OK] and press The newly saved image transformed with the My Colors effect will be the last one in the list. To continue adding effects to other images, repeat the procedures from Step 2 onward. Press and select [Yes] or [No], then press Selecting [Yes] displays the image transformed with the My Colors effect, while [No] returns you to the...
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Page 92: Attaching Sound Memos To Images
Attaching Sound Memos to Images In playback mode (including single image playback and index playback), you can attach sound memos (up to one minute) to an image. The sound data is saved in the WAVE format. (Play) Menu See Menus and Settings (p. 23). Use the attach a sound memo to and press The sound memo panel will display. -
Page 93: Sound-Only Recording (Sound Recorder)
Erase Select [Erase] in the confirmation screen and press the FUNC./SET button. You cannot attach sound memos to movies. Sound memos for protected images cannot be erased. Sound-Only Recording (Sound Recorder) You can record a continuous sound memo for up to approximately 2 hours without taking a picture. -
Page 94: Protect
Sound Recorder Panel Use the Exit Record Stop Play (Use the the FUNC./SET button.) Rewind (Holding down the FUNC./SET button fast rewinds. The sound memo cannot be heard while rewinding.) Fast Forward (Holding down the FUNC./SET button fast forwards. The sound memo cannot be heard while fast forwarding.) Erase Select [Erase] or [Erase all] in the confirmation screen and press... -
Page 95: Automated Playback (Slide Shows)
Automated Playback (Slide Shows) Automated playback of memory card images. Image settings for slide shows are based on the Digital Print Order Format (DPOF) standard. All Images Date My Category Folder Movies Stills – Custom 1–3 (Play) Menu See Menus and Settings (p. 23). Select : select a date, category or folder to be played back (p. -
Page 96: Transition Effects
Select [Start] and press The following functions are available during slide shows. - Pausing/resuming the slide show: press the FUNC./SET button - Fast forwarding/rewinding the slide show: press the (continue to hold the button to switch between images more rapidly) - Stopping the slide show: press the MENU button. - Page 97 Select a date/category/folder to play back Select Use the category/folder to play back and press button. To cancel the selection: press the FUNC./SET button again. Multiple selections can be made for the date/category/ folder. To check the images for each date/category/folder: use the To cancel the setting: press the MENU button.
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Page 98: Selecting Images For Playback
Selecting Images for Playback ( Select only the images that you wish to play back and save them as a slide show (Custom 1, 2 or 3). Up to 998 images can be selected. They will be played back in their order of selection. -
Page 99: Adjusting The Play Time And Repeat Settings
Adjusting the Play Time and Repeat Settings Play Time Sets the duration that each image displays. Choose between 3*–10 seconds, 15 seconds and 30 seconds. Displaying time can vary slightly depending on the image. * Default setting. Repeat Sets whether the slide show stops when all the slides have been displayed or continues until stopped. -
Page 100: Protecting Images
Protecting Images You can protect important images and movies from accidental erasure. Select Select by Date Select by Category Select by Folder All Images (Play) Menu See Menus and Settings (p. 23). Select a menu item and press Proceed to Step 5 if you select [All Images]. - Page 101 Select the image, date, category or folder to protect and press [Select] Use the an image and press the FUNC./SET button. - Pressing the FUNC./SET button again cancels the setting. - You can also protect images in the index playback mode. - Press the MENU button to complete the setting.
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Page 102: Registering Functions To The Playback Button
Registering Functions to the Playback Button You can register a function that you often use to the following functions can be registered. Function Standard* Slide Show Sound Recorder *Default setting (It can be used to switch between power off/playback mode/shoot- ing mode) (Play) Menu See Menus and Settings (p. - Page 103 Viewing Images on a TV set You can play back images on a television with the supplied AV cable. Turn off the Camera and the TV. Connect the AV cable to the camera’s A/V OUT ter- minal. Use the toggle on the wrist strap or slip a fingernail under the edge of the camera's DIGITAL terminal cover, lift up and plug the interface...
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Page 104: Erasing Images
Erasing Images You can erase images from a memory card. Select Select by Date Select by Category Erases images in the selected category. Select by Folder All Images Note that erased images cannot be recovered. Exercise adequate caution before erasing an image. Protected images cannot be erased with this function. - Page 105 Select the image, date, category or folder and press [Select] Use the FUNC./SET button. - Pressing the FUNC./SET button again cancels the setting. - You can also erase images in the index playback mode. [Select by Date] [Select by Category] [Select by Folder] Use the date, category or folder and press the FUNC./SET button.
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Page 106: Print Settings/Transfer Settings
Print Settings/Transfer Settings Use the touch control dial to select images and perform various operations. See the Basic Guide, p. 4. Setting the DPOF Print Settings You can select images on a memory card for printing and specify the number of print copies in advance using the camera. The settings used on the camera comply with the Digital Print Order Format (DPOF) standards. - Page 107 Press the Menu Select a menu item See Menus and Settings (p. 23). Proceed to Step 4 if you select [Select All Images]. Select the image, date, category or folder to print and press [Select Images & Qty.] Selection methods differ for the Print Type settings (p.
- Page 108 [Select by Date] [Select by Category] [Select by Folder] Use the date, category or folder and press the FUNC./SET button. - Pressing the FUNC./SET button again cancels the setting. - You can select multiple dates, categories or folders. - Use the folder image.
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Page 109: Setting The Print Style
Setting the Print Style After setting the print style, select the image(s) to print. The following print settings can be selected. Standard* Index Print Type Both Date (On/Off*) File No. (On/Off*) Clear DPOF data (On*/Off) Press the Menu [Print Settings]. See Menus and Settings (p. -
Page 110: Setting The Dpof Transfer Settings
Images with date imprints created by Imprint Mode) (p. 37) will have the date imprinted regardless of the [Date] setting. Accordingly, the date may be printed twice if [Date] is set to [On]. Dates print in the style specified in the [Date/Time] menu (p. - Page 111 Use the transfer and press Pressing the FUNC./SET button again deselects the setting. You can also select images in the index playback mode. All the Images on a Memory Card (Play) Menu See Menus and Settings (p. 23). Select [Mark all] and press Selecting [Reset] cancels all trans- fer order settings.
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Page 112: Customizing The Camera (My Camera Settings)
Customizing the Camera (My Camera Settings) Use the touch control dial to select images and perform various operations. See the Basic Guide, p. 4. My Camera allows you to customize the start-up image and start- up, operation, self-timer and shutter sounds. You can change and register these settings, enabling you to customize the camera to suit your own tastes. -
Page 113: Registering My Camera Settings
Registering My Camera Settings Images recorded onto the memory card and newly recorded sounds can be added as My Camera settings to the items. You can also use the supplied software to upload your computer’s images and sounds to the camera. A computer is required to restore the My Camera settings to the defaults. - Page 114 Select an image or record a sound. Start-up Image Use the the image you wish to register and press the FUNC./SET button. Start-up, Operation, Self-timer and Shutter Sounds Select FUNC./SET button. After recording, select FUNC./SET button. - Recording will automatically stop when the recording time elapses.
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Page 115: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Camera Camera will not operate. Power is not turned on. Memory card slot/battery cover is open. Battery charge insufficient to operate camera ("Change the battery pack" message displays). Poor contact between camera and battery terminals. Sounds come from the camera interior. The camera's horizontal/ vertical orientation was changed. -
Page 116: Lcd Monitor
LCD monitor The LCD monitor will shut off during shooting. If [Power Saving] is set to [Display Off], the power saving function will shut down the LCD monitor while shooting in Camera screen is black at start-up Incompatible image has been selected as the start-up image in the My Camera settings. -
Page 117: Shooting
appears. A slow shutter speed has likely been selected because of insufficient lighting. appears. This displays when using a memory card that has print settings, transfer settings or slide show image selections set by other DPOF-compliant cameras. Noise displays./Subject's movements are irregular. Camera automatically lightened the image displayed on the LCD... - Page 118 Format the memory card (p. 29). If reformatting does not work, the memory card logic circuits may be damaged. Consult the nearest Canon Customer Support Help Desk. Slide the write protect tab of the memory card upward (p. 129). Confirm the procedures in “...
- Page 119 Subject in recorded image is too dark. Insufficient light for shooting. The subject is underexposed because the surroundings are too bright. Subject is too far away for flash to reach. Subject in recorded image is too bright, or image flashes white. Subject is too close, making the flash too strong.
- Page 120 White dots appear on the image. Light from the flash has reflected off dust particles or insects in the air. This is particularly noticeable when shooting using the wide angle. Eyes appear red. Light is reflected back from the eyes when the flash is used in dark areas.
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Page 121: Shooting Movies
Lens will not retract. Memory card slot/battery cover was opened with power on. Shooting Movies The recording time may not display properly or shooting may stop unexpectedly. The following types of memory cards are used. - Slow recording cards. - Cards formatted on a different camera or a computer. -
Page 122: Playback
Playback Cannot play back. You attempted to play back images shot with another camera or images edited with a computer. File name was changed with a computer or file location was changed. Movies cannot be edited. Some movies shot with another camera cannot be edited. Movies do not play back correctly. -
Page 123: Battery/Battery Charger
Reading images from memory card is slow. Memory card was formatted in another device. Battery/Battery Charger Battery consumed quickly. Battery is not being used to its full capacity. Battery life exceeded if battery loses its charge quickly at normal temperature (23 °C/73 °F). -
Page 124: Printing On Direct Print Compatible Printers
Printing on Direct Print Compatible Printers Cannot print. Camera and printer not properly connected. Printer power is off. Incorrect print connection. Attach the camera to the printer securely with the supplied cable. Turn on the printer. In the (Set up) menu, select [Print Method] and select [Auto] (p. -
Page 125: List Of Messages
However, if this error message appears even when using the supplied memory card, contact your Canon Customer Support Help Desk as there may be a problem with the camera. - Page 126 Naming error! The file name could not be created because there is a file with the same name as the folder that the camera is attempting to create, or the highest possible file number has already been reached. In the Set up menu, set the File Numbering option to [Auto Reset];...
- Page 127 Cannot rotate You attempted to rotate an image recorded in a different camera or data type, or an image edited with a computer. Incompatible WAVE A sound memo cannot be added to this image since the data type of the existing sound memo is incorrect, or the sound memo cannot be played back.
- Page 128 (xx: number) Camera detected an error. Turn the power off and then back on, then shoot or play back. A problem exists if the error code reappears. Note the number and contact your Canon Customer Support Help Desk. If an error code displays directly after taking a picture, the shot may not have been recorded.
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Page 129: Appendix
Appendix Battery Handling Battery Charge The following icon and message will display. Battery charge is low. Recharge it as soon as possible if it will be used for an extended period. Battery Handling Precautions Keep the battery terminals clean at all times. Dirty terminals may cause poor contact between the battery and camera. -
Page 130: Charging The Battery
It takes approximately 1 hour 30 minutes to fully charge the battery from a depleted state (based on Canon’s testing standards). • Charging it within a temperature range of 5 – 40 °C (41 – 104 °F) is recommended. -
Page 131: Handling The Memory Card
Handling the Memory Card SD Memory Card and SDHC Memory Card Write Protect Tab Write Protect Tab Slide the switch Writing/Erasing Possible Cautions When Handling Memory cards are high-precision electronic devices. Do not bend them, apply force to them, or subject them to shocks or vibration. - Page 132 • When the camera is malfunctioning, a corrupted memory card might be the cause. Reformatting the memory card may solve the problem. • When a non-Canon brand memory card is malfunctioning, reformatting it may solve the problem. • Memory cards formatted in other cameras, computers, or peripheral devices may not operate correctly in this camera.
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Page 133: Using An Ac Adapter Kit (Sold Separately)
Using an AC Adapter Kit (Sold Separately) It is best to power the camera with AC Adapter Kit ACK-DC10 (sold separately) when you are using it for long periods of time or connecting it to a computer. Turn the camera power off before connecting or disconnecting the AC adapter. -
Page 134: Using An Externally Mounted Flash (Sold Separately)
Using an Externally Mounted Flash High-Power Flash HF-DC1 This flash is used to supplement the camera's built-in flash when the subject is too far away for proper illumination. Use the following procedures to affix the camera and High-Power Flash to the supporting bracket. - Page 135 Before attaching the bracket to the flash, check that the lithium battery (CR123A or DL123) is installed. To illuminate the subjects properly, install the flash so that it is up against the side of the camera and parallel with the camera’s front panel.
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Page 136: Camera Care And Maintenance
Never use organic solvents on the camera body or lens. If dirt remains, contact the closest Canon Customer Support Help Desk as listed on the customer support list supplied with your camera. -
Page 137: Specifications
Specifications All data is based on Canon’s standard testing methods. Subject to change without notice. PowerShot SD750 DIGITAL ELPH/DIGITAL IXUS 75 Camera Effective Pixels Image Sensor Lens Digital Zoom LCD Monitor AF System Focusing Range Shutter Shutter Speeds Metering System... - Page 138 ISO Speed* White Balance Built-in Flash Flash Range Shooting Modes (Still images) (Movies) Standard, Fast Frame Rate, Compact, Color Continuous Shooting Self-timer Recording Media File Format Data Type (Still images) (Movies) Auto* , High ISO Auto* 800/1600 *1 Standard Output Sensitivity, Recommended Exposure Index.
- Page 139 Compression Superfine, Fine, Normal Number of Large: Recording Pixels Medium 1: (Still Images) Medium 2: Medium 3: Small: Postcard: Widescreen: 3072 x 1728 pixels Number of Standard, Color Accent, Color Swap: Recording Pixels (Movies) Recording can continue until the memory card is full* (can record up to a maximum of 4 GB** at one time).
- Page 140 Colors, Sound memos (recording/playback up to 1 min.), Movie (edit/slow motion play back possible) or Sound Recorder (up to 2 hours sound-only recording/playback possible). PictBridge compliant, and Canon Direct Print and Bubble Jet Direct compatible self-timer sound, and shutter sound. USB 2.0 Hi-Speed (mini-B)
- Page 141 A Canon-brand memory card is used. *Until the battery returns to normal temperature Playback: Normal temperature (23 °C ± 2 °C/73 °F ± 3.6 °F), normal relative humidity (50% ±...
- Page 142 Capable of smooth continuous shooting (p. 36) when card has been formatted with a low level format. • This reflects standard shooting criteria established by Canon. Actual results may vary according to the subject and shooting conditions. : Card included with the camera...
- Page 143 Movie Recording Pixels (640 x 480 pixels) Standard Color Accent (320 x 240 pixels) Color Swap Fast Frame Rate (320 x 240 pixels) Compact (160 x 120 pixels) Time Lapse (640 x 480 pixels) * 1 frame/sec. (shooting interval: 1 sec.) ** 0.5 frame/sec (shooting interval: 2 sec.) •...
- Page 144 Image Data Sizes (Estimated) Recording Pixels (3072 x 2304 pixels) (2592 x 1944 pixels) (2048 x 1536 pixels) (1600 x 1200 pixels) (640 x 480 pixels) (1600 x 1200 pixels) (3072 x 1728 pixels) Standard Color Accent Color Swap Fast Frame Rate Compact Time Lapse * 1 frame/sec.
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Page 145: Sd Memory Card
SD Memory Card Interface Dimensions Weight MultiMediaCard Interface Dimensions Weight Battery Pack NB-4L Type Nominal Voltage Typical Capacity Cycle Life Operating Temperatures Dimensions Weight Battery Charger CB-2LV/CB-2LVE Rated Input Rated Output Charging Time Operating Temperatures Dimensions Weight Compatible with SD memory card standards 32.0 x 24.0 x 2.1 mm (1.26 x 0.94 x 0.08 in.) Approx. - Page 146 Compact Power Adapter CA-DC10 (Included with the separately sold AC Adapter Kit ACK-DC10) Rated Input Rated Output Operating Temperatures Dimensions Weight (excluding power cord) 100 – 240 V AC (50/ 60 Hz) 4.3 V DC, 1.5 A 0 – 40 °C (32 – 104 °F) 42.6 x 104.4 x 31.4 mm (1.68 x 4.11 x 1.24 in.) Approx.
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Page 147: Index
INDEX Numerics 3:2 Guide ... 38 AC Adapter Kit ACK-DC10 .. 131 Add Frame ... 85 AE Lock ... 49 AF Frame ... 15, 46 AF Lock ... 48 AF-assist Beam ... 24 AiAF ... 46 Auto ISO Shift ... 66 Auto Play (Slide Show) ... - Page 148 Macro ... Basic 3, 16 Magnifying ... 76 Memory Card Estimated Capacities ... 140 Formatting ... 29, 130 Handling ... 129 Inserting ... Basic 7 Menu FUNC. Menu ... 22, 24 Menu List ... 24 Menus and Settings ... 22 My Camera Menu ...
- Page 149 Time Zone ... 20, 27 Touch Control Dial ...Basic 3, 4 Transition Effects Playback ... 84 Slide Show ... 94 Video System ... 101 White Balance ... 55 Wide Angle ...Basic 15 Wrist Strap ...Basic 1 Zoom ...Basic 15...
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- Page 159 Canon U.S.A., Inc. One Canon Plaza, Lake Success, NY 11042, U.S.A. Tel No. (516) 328-5600 Canadian Radio Interference Regulations This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
- Page 160 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.
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Page 161: Trademark Acknowledgments
• While every effort has been made to ensure that the information contained in this guide is accurate and complete, no liability can be accepted for any errors or omissions. • Canon reserves the right to change the specifications of the hardware and software described herein at anytime without prior notice. -
Page 162: Functions Available In Each Shooting Mode
Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode Configure the settings to the shooting conditions and shoot. Function Large Medium 1 Medium 2 Medium 3 Recording Pixels Small Postcard Widescreen Movie Super Fine Compression Fine Normal Frame Rate Auto Flash Slow Synchro Red-Eye Macro Mode Infinity Mode... - Page 163 Function Evaluative Metering Center Weighted Avg. Method Spot Exposure Compensation Exposure Shift Long Shutter White Balance My Colors Save Original ISO Speed (15) Auto ISO Shift Auto Rotate Auto Category Disp. Overlay button Setting available. ( Default setting) Setting can only be selected for the first image. ( (Shaded Area):Setting is retained even when the camera power is shut off.