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Part Names and Conventions in This Guide
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Screen (LCD monitor)
AV OUT (Audio/video output) /
DIGITAL terminal
<1 (Playback)> button
<A (Auto)> / <a (Single-image
erase)> / Up button
Indicator
Movie button
Playback Mode
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Lens
Zoom lever
Power button
Lamp
FUNC./SET button
<h (Flash)> / Right button
<l (Display)> / Down button
<n> button
Shooting: <i (telephoto)> /
<j (wide angle)>
Playback: <k (magnify)> /
<g (index)>
Flash
Speaker
Tripod socket
Memory card/battery cover
Strap mount
<
<
> / Left button
(Help)> button
DC coupler cable port
Shutter button
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In this guide, icons are used to represent the corresponding camera
buttons on which they appear, or which they resemble.
The following camera buttons and controls are represented by icons.
Microphone
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Shooting modes and on-screen icons and text are indicated in brackets.
: Important information you should know
: Notes and tips for expert camera use
=xx: Pages with related information (in this example, “xx” represents a
page number)
Instructions in this guide apply to the camera under default settings.
For convenience, all supported memory cards are simply referred to as
the “memory card”.
The tabs shown above titles indicate whether the function is used for still
images, movies, or both.
Up button on back
Left button on back
Right button on back
Down button on back
<o>
<q>
<r>
<p>
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The following icons are used to indicate functions that differ depending
on the camera model:
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:Functions and precautions for the PowerShot
ELPH 170 IS/IXUS 170 only
ELPH 170 IS
IXUS 170
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Functions and precautions for the IXUS 165 only
:Functions and precautions for the PowerShot
ELPH 160/IXUS 160 only
IXUS 165
ELPH 160
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IXUS 160
Still Images
: Indicates that the function is used when shooting or
viewing still images.
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This guide uses PowerShot ELPH 170 IS/IXUS 170 illustrations and
screenshots for all explanations.
Movies
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Table of Contents
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Auto Mode
Other Shooting
Modes
Table of Contents...........................4
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Setting Menu
Accessories
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Index
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Common Camera Operations
zzFocus on faces......................................................................... 25, 39, 52
zzAdd a date stamp................................................................................. 33
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Shooting people well
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View
I P
Portraits
Against Snow
zzOn a TV................................................................................................ 83
zzOn a computer ..................................................................................... 85
zzErase images....................................................................................... 67
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Matching specific scenes
t
Fireworks
Low Light
E
Shoot/View Movies
zzShoot movies ....................................................................................... 25
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Applying special effects
c
Print
zzPrint pictures........................................................................................ 87
Vivid Colors
Poster Effect
Fish-Eye Effect
Save
Miniature Effect
Toy Camera Effect
Monochrome
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• Do not look through the viewfinder (if your model has one) at intense
light sources, such as the sun on a clear day or an intense artificial
light source.
Safety Precautions
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• Before using the product, ensure that you read the safety precautions
described below. Always ensure that the product is used correctly.
• The safety precautions noted here are intended to prevent you and other
persons from being injured or incurring property damage.
• Be sure to also check the guides included with any separately sold
accessories you use.
This could damage your eyesight.
• Do not touch the product during thunderstorms if it is plugged in.
This could result in electrical shock or fire. Immediately stop using the
product and distance yourself from it.
• Use only the recommended battery pack/batteries.
• Do not place the battery pack/batteries near or in direct flame.
This may cause the battery pack/batteries to explode or leak, resulting in
electrical shock, fire, or injuries. If leaking battery electrolyte comes into
contact with eyes, mouth, skin, or clothing, immediately flush with water.
• If the product uses a battery charger, note the following precautions.
- Remove the plug periodically and, using a dry cloth, wipe away
any dust and dirt that has collected on the plug, the exterior of the
power outlet, and the surrounding area.
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Modes
Warning
Denotes the possibility of serious injury or death.
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• Do not trigger the flash in close proximity to people’s eyes.
Exposure to the intense light produced by the flash could damage eyesight.
In particular, remain at least 1 meter (3.3 feet) away from infants when
using the flash.
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• Store this equipment out of the reach of children and infants.
A strap wound around a child’s neck may result in asphyxiation.
If your product uses a power cord, mistakenly winding the cord around a
child’s neck may result in asphyxiation.
- Do not insert or remove the plug with wet hands.
- Do not use the equipment in a manner that exceeds the rated
capacity of the electrical outlet or wiring accessories. Do not use if
the plug is damaged or not fully inserted in the outlet.
- Do not allow dust or metal objects (such as pins or keys) to contact
the terminals or plug.
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• Use only recommended power sources.
• Do not disassemble, alter, or apply heat to the product.
• Avoid dropping or subjecting the product to severe impacts.
• Do not touch the interior of the product if it is broken, such as when
dropped.
- Do not cut, damage, alter, or place heavy items on the power cord,
if your product uses one.
This could result in electrical shock or fire.
• Stop using the product immediately if it emits smoke or a strange
smell, or otherwise behaves abnormally.
• Do not use organic solvents such as alcohol, benzine, or thinner to
clean the product.
• Avoid contact with liquid, and do not allow liquid or foreign objects
inside.
This could result in electrical shock or fire.
• Turn the camera off in places where camera use is prohibited.
The electromagnetic waves emitted by the camera may interfere with the
operation of electronic instruments and other devices. Exercise adequate
caution when using the product in places where use of electronic devices is
restricted, such as inside airplanes and medical facilities.
If the product gets wet, or if liquid or foreign objects get inside, remove the
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Caution
Denotes the possibility of property damage.
Caution
Denotes the possibility of injury.
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• Do not aim the camera at intense light sources, such as the sun on a
clear day or an intense artificial light source.
Doing so may damage the image sensor or other internal components.
• When carrying the product by the strap, be careful not to bang it,
subject it to strong impacts or shocks, or let it get caught on other
objects.
• Be careful not to bump or push strongly on the lens.
This could lead to injury or damage the camera.
• When using the camera on a sandy beach or at a windy location, be
careful not to allow dust or sand to enter the camera.
• On products that raise and lower the flash automatically, do not push
the flash down or pry it open.
• Be careful not to subject the screen to strong impacts.
If the screen cracks, injury may result from the broken fragments.
Other Shooting
Modes
This may cause the product to malfunction.
P Mode
• When using the flash, be careful not to cover it with your fingers or
clothing.
This could result in burns or damage to the flash.
• Wipe off any dust, grime, or other foreign matter on the flash with a
cotton swab or cloth.
The heat emitted from the flash may cause foreign matter to smoke or the
product to malfunction.
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• Avoid using, placing, or storing the product in the following places:
- Places subject to direct sunlight
- Places subject to temperatures above 40 °C (104 °F)
- Humid or dusty places
These could cause leakage, overheating, or an explosion of the battery
pack/batteries, resulting in electrical shock, fire, burns, or other injuries.
Overheating and damage may result in electrical shock, fire, burns, or other
injuries.
• Remove and store the battery pack/batteries when you are not using
the product.
Any battery leakage that occurs may cause product damage.
• Before you discard the battery pack/batteries, cover the terminals
with tape or other insulators.
Contacting other metal materials may lead to fire or explosions.
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• The slideshow transition effects may cause discomfort when viewed
for prolonged periods.
• Unplug any battery charger used with the product when not in use.
Do not cover with a cloth or other objects when in use.
Leaving the unit plugged in for a long period of time may cause it to
overheat and distort, resulting in fire.
• When using optional lenses, lens filters, or filter adapters (if
applicable), be sure to attach these accessories firmly.
If the lens accessory becomes loose and falls off, it may crack, and the
shards of glass may lead to cuts.
• Do not leave any dedicated battery packs near pets.
Pets biting the battery pack could cause leakage, overheating, or explosion,
resulting in product damage or fire.
• On products that raise and lower the flash automatically, make sure
to avoid pinching your fingers with the lowering flash.
This could result in injury.
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• If your product uses multiple batteries, do not use batteries that
have different levels of charge together, and do not use old and
new batteries together. Do not insert the batteries with the + and –
terminals reversed.
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This may cause the product to malfunction.
• Do not sit down with the camera in your pant pocket.
Doing so may cause malfunctions or damage the screen.
• When putting the camera in your bag, ensure that hard objects do
not come into contact with the screen. Also close the screen (so that
it faces the body), if your product’s screen closes.
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Modes
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• Do not attach any hard objects to the product.
Doing so may cause malfunctions or damage the screen.
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Auto Mode
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Modes
Basic information and instructions, from initial preparations to shooting and playback
P Mode
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Setting Menu
Accessories
Appendix
Initial Preparations........................................... 10 Trying the Camera Out..................................... 14
Attaching the Strap................................................10
Holding the Camera ..............................................10
Charging the Battery Pack ....................................10
Inserting the Battery Pack and Memory Card ....... 11
Setting the Date and Time.....................................12
Display Language .................................................14
Shooting (Smart Auto)...........................................14
Viewing..................................................................16
Accessing the Help Menu .....................................17
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Charging the Battery Pack
Before use, charge the battery pack with the included charger. Be sure to
charge the battery pack initially, because the camera is not sold with the
battery pack charged.
Initial Preparations
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Prepare for shooting as follows.
Attaching the Strap
1 Insert the battery pack.
zzThread the end of the strap through the
strap hole ( ), and then pull the other
end of the strap through the loop on the
threaded end ( ).
zzAfter aligning the marks on the battery
pack and charger, insert the battery pack
by pushing it in ( ) and down ( ).
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Modes
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2 Charge the battery pack.
zzCB-2LF: Flip out the plug ( ) and plug
the charger into a power outlet ( ).
zzCB-2LFE: Plug the power cord into the
Holding the Camera
CB-2LF
charger, then plug the other end into a
power outlet.
zzPlace the strap around your wrist.
zzWhen shooting, keep your arms close to
your body and hold the camera securely
to prevent it from moving. Do not rest
your fingers on the flash.
zzThe charging lamp turns orange, and
charging begins.
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zzWhen charging is finished, the lamp turns
green.
CB-2LFE
3 Remove the battery pack.
zzAfter unplugging the battery charger,
remove the battery pack by pushing it in
(
) and up ( ).
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Inserting the Battery Pack and Memory Card
• To protect the battery pack and keep it in optimal condition, do not
charge it continuously for more than 24 hours.
• For battery chargers that use a power cord, do not attach the
charger or cord to other objects. Doing so could result in malfunction
or damage to the product.
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Insert the included battery pack and a memory card (sold separately).
Note that before using a new memory card (or a memory card formatted
in another device), you should format the memory card with this camera
1 Open the cover.
• For details on charging time and the number of shots and recording time
Other Shooting
Modes
zzSlide the cover ( ) and open it ( ).
• Charged battery packs gradually lose their charge, even when they are not
used. Charge the battery pack on (or immediately before) the day of use.
• The charger can be used in areas with 100 – 240 V AC power (50/60 Hz). For
power outlets in a different format, use a commercially available adapter for
the plug. Never use an electrical transformer designed for traveling, which may
damage the battery pack.
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2 Insert the battery pack.
zzWhile pressing the battery lock in the
direction of the arrow, insert the battery
pack as shown and push it in until it clicks
into the locked position.
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Terminals Battery Lock
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3 Check the card’s write-protect
tab and insert the memory card.
zzRecording is not possible on memory
cards with a write-protect tab when the
tab is in the locked position. Slide the tab
to the unlocked position.
Remove the memory card.
zzPush the memory card in until it clicks,
and then slowly release it.
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zzThe memory card will pop up.
Setting the Date and Time
zzInsert the memory card facing as shown
until it clicks into the locked position.
zzMake sure the memory card is facing the
right way when you insert it. Inserting
memory cards facing the wrong way may
damage the camera.
Other Shooting
Modes
Set the current date and time correctly as follows if the [Date/Time] screen
is displayed when you turn the camera on. Information you specify this way
is recorded in image properties when you shoot, and it is used when you
manage images by shooting date or print images showing the date.
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4 Close the cover.
1 Turn the camera on.
zzPress the power button.
zzThe [Date/Time] screen is displayed.
zzLower the cover ( ) and hold it down as
you slide it, until it clicks into the closed
position ( ).
zzIf the cover will not close, make sure you
inserted the battery pack facing the right
way in step 2.
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2 Set the date and time.
zzPress the <q><r> buttons to choose an
option.
• For guidelines on how many shots or hours of recording can be saved on one
zzPress the <o><p> buttons to specify
the date and time.
Removing the Battery Pack and Memory Card
zzWhen finished, press the <m> button.
Remove the battery pack.
zzOpen the cover and press the battery
lock in the direction of the arrow.
zzThe battery pack will pop up.
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3 Set the home time zone.
zzPress the <q><r> buttons to choose
your home time zone.
2 Choose [Date/Time].
zzMove the zoom lever to choose the [3]
tab.
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4 Finish the setup process.
zzPress the <m> button to complete the
setting. The setting screen is no longer
displayed.
zzPress the <o><p> buttons to choose
[Date/Time], and then press the <m>
button.
3 Change the date and time.
zzFollow step 2 in “Setting the Date and
zzPress the <n> button to close the
menu.
Other Shooting
Modes
zzTo turn off the camera, press the power
button.
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• Unless you set the date, time, and home time zone, the [Date/Time]
screen will be displayed each time you turn the camera on. Specify
the correct information.
• Date/time settings can be retained for about 3 weeks by the camera’s built-in
date/time battery (backup battery) after the battery pack is removed.
• The date/time battery will be charged in about 4 hours once you insert a
charged battery pack or connect the camera to an AC adapter kit (sold
• To set daylight saving time (1 hour ahead), choose [
] in step 2 and then
• Once the date/time battery is depleted, the [Date/Time] screen will be
displayed when you turn the camera on. Set the correct date and time as
choose [ ] by pressing the <o><p> buttons.
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Changing the Date and Time
Adjust the date and time as follows.
1 Access the camera menu.
zzPress the <n> button.
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Still Images
Movies
Display Language
Change the display language as needed.
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Trying the Camera Out
Follow these instructions to turn the camera on, shoot still images or
movies, and then view them.
1 Enter Playback mode.
zzPress the <1> button.
Shooting (Smart Auto)
For fully automatic selection of the optimal settings for specific scenes,
simply let the camera determine the subject and shooting conditions.
Other Shooting
Modes
2 Access the setting screen.
zzPress and hold the <m> button, and
then press the <n> button.
P Mode
1 Turn the camera on.
zzPress the power button.
zzThe startup screen is displayed.
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3 Set the display language.
zzPress the <o><p><q><r> buttons to
choose a language, and then press the
<m> button.
zzOnce the display language has been set,
the setting screen is no longer displayed.
2 Enter [
] mode.
zzPress the <o> button several times until
[
] is displayed.
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zzAim the camera at the subject. The
camera will make a slight clicking noise
as it determines the scene.
ELPH 170 IS
IXUS 170
IXUS 165
zzIcons representing the scene and image
stabilization mode are displayed in the
upper right of the screen.
ELPH 160
IXUS 160
• You can also change the display language by pressing the <n> button
zzA scene icon is displayed in the upper
right of the screen.
and choosing [Language
] on the [3] tab.
zzFrames displayed around any detected
subjects indicate that they are in focus.
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3 Compose the shot.
Shooting Movies
Start shooting.
zzPress the movie button. The camera
beeps once as recording begins, and
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zzTo zoom in and enlarge the subject, move
the zoom lever toward <i> (telephoto),
and to zoom away from the subject, move
it toward <j> (wide angle).
[
Rec] is displayed with the elapsed time.
Elapsed Time
4 Shoot.
ELPH 170 IS
IXUS 170
IXUS 165
zzBlack bars are displayed on the top and
bottom edges of the screen, and the
subject is slightly enlarged. The black
bars indicate image areas not recorded.
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Focus.
Other Shooting
Modes
zzPress the shutter button lightly, halfway
down. The camera beeps twice after
focusing, and AF frames are displayed to
indicate image areas in focus.
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IXUS 160
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zzBlack bars displayed on the top and
bottom edges of the screen indicate
image areas not recorded.
zzFrames displayed around any detected
faces indicate that they are in focus.
zzOnce recording begins, take your finger
off the movie button.
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Shoot.
Finish shooting.
zzPress the shutter button all the way
down.
zzPress the movie button again to stop
shooting. The camera beeps twice as
recording stops.
zzAs the camera shoots, a shutter sound
is played, and in low-light conditions, the
flash fires automatically.
zzKeep the camera still until the shutter
sound ends.
zzAfter displaying your shot, the camera will
revert to the shooting screen.
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Viewing
3 Play movies.
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zzPress the <m> button, press the
<o><p> buttons to choose [ ], and
then press the <m> button again.
zzPlayback now begins, and after the movie
After shooting images or movies, you can view them on the screen as
follows.
1 Enter Playback mode.
zzPress the <1> button.
zzYour last shot is displayed.
is finished, [
] is displayed.
zzTo adjust the volume, press the <o><p>
buttons.
Other Shooting
Modes
•
To switch to Shooting mode from Playback mode, press the shutter button halfway.
P Mode
2 Browse through your images.
zzTo view the previous image, press the
<q> button. To view the next image,
press the <r> button.
zzPress and hold the <q><r> buttons to
browse through images quickly.
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Erasing Images
You can choose and erase unneeded images one by one. Be careful when
erasing images, because they cannot be recovered.
1 Choose an image to erase.
zzPress the <q><r> buttons to choose an
image.
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2 Erase the image.
zzPress the <o> button.
zzAfter [Erase?] is displayed, press the
<q><r> buttons to choose [Erase], and
then press the <m> button.
zzThe current image is now erased.
zzTo cancel erasure, press the <q><r>
buttons to choose [Cancel], and then
press the <m> button.
zzMovies are identified by a [
play movies, go to step 3.
] icon. To
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Movies
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Accessing the Help Menu
Access on-screen descriptions of scenes detected by the camera, shooting
advice, and playback instructions as follows.
zzPress the < > button to access the Help
menu.
Other Shooting
Modes
zzPress the < > button again to return to
the original display.
P Mode
zzIn Shooting mode, a description of
the scene detected by the camera
is displayed. Shooting advice is also
displayed depending on the scene.
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zzIn Playback mode, press the <o><p>
buttons and choose an item. The
zoom lever and buttons are displayed
overlaying the illustration of the camera.
zzChoose an item and press the <r>
button. An explanation of the item is
displayed. To continue reading the
explanation, press the <o><p> buttons
to scroll up or down the screen. Press
the <q> button to return to the left hand
screen.
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• The Help menu can also be used in shooting modes other than [
], and in
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Other basic operations and more ways to enjoy your camera, including shooting and playback options
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On/Off................................................................ 19 Using the FUNC. Menu .................................... 21
Power-Saving Features (Auto Power Down) ........19
Shutter Button.................................................. 20
Using Menus..................................................... 22
Indicator Display .............................................. 23
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Shooting Display Options ............................... 20
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Power-Saving Features (Auto Power Down)
As a way to conserve battery power, the camera automatically deactivates
the screen (Display Off) and then turns itself off after a specific period of
inactivity.
On/Off
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Shooting Mode
zzPress the power button to turn the
camera on and prepare for shooting.
zzTo turn the camera off, press the power
button again.
Power Saving in Shooting Mode
The screen is automatically deactivated after about one minute of inactivity.
In about two more minutes, the lens is retracted and the camera turns itself
off. To activate the screen and prepare for shooting when the screen is off
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Modes
Playback Mode
zzPress the <1> button to turn the camera
on and view your shots.
P Mode
zzTo turn the camera off, press the <1>
button again.
Power Saving in Playback Mode
The camera turns itself off automatically after about five minutes of
inactivity.
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• To switch to Playback mode from Shooting mode, press the <1> button.
• To switch to Shooting mode from Playback mode, press the shutter button
• The lens will be retracted after about one minute once the camera is in
Playback mode. You can turn the camera off when the lens is retracted by
pressing the <1> button.
• You can deactivate Auto Power Down and adjust the timing of Display Off, if
• Power saving is not active while the camera is connected to a computer
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Shutter Button
To ensure your shots are in focus, always begin by holding the shutter
button halfway down, and once the subject is in focus, press the button all
the way down to shoot.
In this manual, shutter button operations are described as pressing the
button halfway or all the way down.
Shooting Display Options
Press the <p> button to view other information on the screen, or to hide
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1 Press halfway. (Press lightly to
focus.)
zzPress the shutter button halfway. The
camera beeps twice, and AF frames are
displayed around image areas in focus.
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Information is displayed
No information is
displayed
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• Screen brightness is automatically increased by the night view function
when you are shooting under low light, making it easier to check how shots
are composed. However, on-screen image brightness may not match the
brightness of your shots. Note that any on-screen image distortion or jerky
subject motion will not affect recorded images.
2 Press all the way down. (From
the halfway position, press fully
to shoot.)
zzThe camera shoots, as a shutter sound
is played.
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zzKeep the camera still until the shutter
sound ends.
• Images may be out of focus if you shoot without initially pressing the
shutter button halfway.
• Length of shutter sound playback varies depending on the time
required for the shot. It may take longer in some shooting scenes,
and images will be blurry if you move the camera (or the subject
moves) before the shutter sound ends.
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Using the FUNC. Menu
Configure commonly used functions through the FUNC. menu as follows.
Note that menu items and options vary depending on the shooting mode
4 Finish the setup process.
zzPress the <m> button.
zzThe screen before you pressed the
<m> button in step 1 is displayed again,
showing the option you configured.
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1 Access the FUNC. menu.
• To undo any accidental setting changes, you can restore the camera’s default
zzPress the <m> button.
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Modes
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2 Choose a menu item.
zzPress the <o><p> buttons to choose a
menu item, and then press the <m> or
<r> button.
zzDepending on the menu item, functions
can be specified simply by pressing the
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<m> or <r> button, or another screen is
displayed for configuring the function.
Options
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Menu Items
3 Choose an option.
zzPress the <o><p> buttons to choose
an option.
zzOptions labeled with a [
] icon can
be configured by pressing the <n>
button.
zzTo return to the menu items, press the
<q> button.
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Using Menus
Configure a variety of camera functions through other menus as follows.
Menu items are grouped by purpose on tabs, such as shooting [4],
playback [1], and so on. Note that available menu items vary depending
3 Choose a menu item.
zzPress the <o><p> buttons to choose a
menu item.
Basic Guide
Advanced Guide
Camera Basics
Auto Mode
zzFor menu items with options not shown,
first press the <m> or <r> button to
switch screens, and then press the
<o><p> buttons to select the menu
item.
1 Access the menu.
Other Shooting
Modes
zzPress the <n> button.
zzTo return to the previous screen, press
the <n> button.
P Mode
Playback Mode
Setting Menu
Accessories
Appendix
2 Choose a tab.
4 Choose an option.
zzMove the zoom lever to choose a tab.
zzAfter you have pressed the <o><p>
buttons to choose a tab initially, you can
switch between tabs by pressing the
<q><r> buttons.
zzPress the <q><r> buttons to choose an
option.
5 Finish the setup process.
zzPress the <n> button to return to the
screen displayed before you pressed the
<n> button in step 1.
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• To undo any accidental setting changes, you can restore the camera’s default
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Indicator Display
Basic Guide
Advanced Guide
Camera Basics
Auto Mode
depending on the camera status.
Indicator
Status
Color
Camera Status
On
Green
Other Shooting
Modes
Starting up, recording/reading/transmitting images, or
Blinking
P Mode
• When the indicator blinks green, never turn the camera off, open the
memory card/battery cover, or shake or jolt the camera, which may
corrupt images or damage the camera or memory card.
Playback Mode
Setting Menu
Accessories
Appendix
Index
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Basic Guide
Advanced Guide
Camera Basics
Auto Mode
Auto Mode
Convenient mode for easy shots with greater control over shooting
Other Shooting
Modes
P Mode
Playback Mode
Setting Menu
Accessories
Appendix
Deactivating the Flash...........................................32
Shooting with Camera-Determined
Settings............................................................ 25
Shooting (Smart Auto)...........................................25
Scene Icons ..........................................................28
Image Stabilization Icons ......................................28
On-Screen Frames................................................29
Common, Convenient Features...................... 30
Zooming In Closer on Subjects (Digital Zoom) .....30
Using the Self-Timer..............................................31
Helpful Shooting Features .............................. 36
Checking for Closed Eyes.....................................36
Customizing Camera Operation ..................... 37
Deactivating the Lamp ..........................................37
Adding a Date Stamp............................................33
Continuous Shooting.............................................34
Using Eco Mode....................................................34
Index
Image Customization Features....................... 35
Changing Image Resolution (Size) .......................35
Red-Eye Correction...............................................35
Changing Movie Image Quality.............................36
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Shooting with Camera-Determined
Settings
3 Compose the shot.
Basic Guide
Advanced Guide
Camera Basics
Auto Mode
zzTo zoom in and enlarge the subject, move
the zoom lever toward <i> (telephoto),
and to zoom away from the subject, move
it toward <j> (wide angle). (A zoom bar
showing the zoom position is displayed.)
For fully automatic selection of the optimal settings for specific scenes,
simply let the camera determine the subject and shooting conditions.
Zoom Bar
Still Images
Movies
Shooting (Smart Auto)
Other Shooting
Modes
1 Turn the camera on.
P Mode
zzPress the power button.
4 Shoot.
Playback Mode
Setting Menu
Accessories
Appendix
zzThe startup screen is displayed.
Shooting Still Images
Focus.
zzPress the shutter button halfway. The
camera beeps twice after focusing, and
AF frames are displayed to indicate
image areas in focus.
2 Enter [
] mode.
zzPress the <o> button several times until
[
] is displayed.
zzAim the camera at the subject. The
camera will make a slight clicking noise
as it determines the scene.
zzSeveral AF frames are displayed when
multiple areas are in focus.
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zzIcons representing the scene and image
stabilization mode are displayed in the
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IXUS 160
zzA scene icon is displayed in the upper
zzFrames displayed around any detected
subjects indicate that they are in focus.
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Shoot.
Resize the subject and
recompose the shot as needed.
zzTo resize the subject, repeat the
However, note that the sound of camera
operations will be recorded. Note that
movies shot at zoom factors shown in
blue will look grainy.
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Advanced Guide
Camera Basics
Auto Mode
zzPress the shutter button all the way
down.
zzAs the camera shoots, a shutter sound
is played, and in low-light conditions, the
flash fires automatically.
zzKeep the camera still until the shutter
sound ends.
Other Shooting
Modes
zzWhen you recompose shots, the
focus, brightness, and colors will be
automatically adjusted.
zzAfter displaying your shot, the camera will
revert to the shooting screen.
P Mode
Shooting Movies
Start shooting.
zzPress the movie button. The camera
beeps once as recording begins, and
Playback Mode
Setting Menu
Accessories
Appendix
Finish shooting.
zzPress the movie button again to stop
shooting. The camera beeps twice as
recording stops.
[
Rec] is displayed with the elapsed
Elapsed Time
zzRecording will stop automatically when
the memory card becomes full.
time.
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IXUS 170
IXUS 165
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zzBlack bars are displayed on the top and
bottom edges of the screen, and the
subject is slightly enlarged. The black
bars indicate image areas not recorded.
ELPH 160
IXUS 160
zzBlack bars displayed on the top and
bottom edges of the screen indicate
image areas not recorded.
zzFrames displayed around any detected
faces indicate that they are in focus.
zzOnce recording begins, take your finger
off the movie button.
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Still Images/Movies
Movies
Basic Guide
Advanced Guide
Camera Basics
Auto Mode
• If the camera is turned on while the <p> button is held down, the
camera will no longer sound. To activate sounds again, press the
<n> button and choose [Mute] on the [3] tab, and then press
the <q><r> buttons to choose [Off].
• The camera may become warm when shooting movies repeatedly
over an extended period. This does not indicate damage.
• Keep your fingers away from the
microphone while shooting movies.
Blocking the microphone may prevent
audio from being recorded or may
cause the recording to sound muffled.
Microphone
Still Images
Other Shooting
Modes
• A blinking [ ] icon warns that images are more likely to be blurred
by camera shake. In this case, mount the camera on a tripod or take
other measures to keep it still.
• If your shots are dark despite the flash firing, move closer to the
• The subject may be too close if the camera only beeps once when
you press the shutter button halfway. For details on the focusing
• To reduce red-eye and to assist in focusing, the lamp may be
activated when shooting in low-light conditions.
• A blinking [h] icon displayed when you attempt to shoot indicates
that shooting is not possible until the flash has finished recharging.
Shooting can resume as soon as the flash is ready, so either press
the shutter button all the way down and wait, or release it and press
it again.
P Mode
• Avoid touching camera controls other than the movie button when
shooting movies, because sounds made by the camera will be
recorded.
Playback Mode
Setting Menu
Accessories
Appendix
ELPH 170 IS
IXUS 170
IXUS 165
• Once movie recording begins, the image display area changes and
subjects are enlarged to allow for correction of significant camera
shake. To shoot subjects at the same size shown before shooting,
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IXUS 160
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• To prevent excessive motion blur when recording movies, mount the
camera on a tripod or take other measures to hold it still.
• Audio recording is monaural.
• Although you can shoot again before the shooting screen is
displayed, your previous shot may determine the focus, brightness,
and colors used.
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Still Images
Movies
ELPH 170 IS
IXUS 170
IXUS 165
Basic Guide
Advanced Guide
Camera Basics
Auto Mode
Still Images
Movies
Scene Icons
] mode, shooting scenes determined by the camera are indicated
by the icon displayed, and corresponding settings are automatically
selected for optimal focusing, subject brightness, and color.
Image Stabilization Icons
In [
Optimal image stabilization for the shooting conditions is automatically
applied (Intelligent IS). Additionally, the following icons are displayed in
[
] mode.
People
Other Subjects
Subject
Icon
Background
Color
Image stabilization for movies,
reducing strong camera shake,
as when shooting while walking
(Dynamic)
In
Shadows
In
At Close
Other Shooting
Modes
Image stabilization for still images
(Normal)
Motion*1 on Face
*
Motion*1 Range
1
Background
Bright
Backlit
P Mode
Image stabilization for slow
camera shake, such as when
shooting movies at telephoto
(Powered)
Gray
–
Image stabilization for still images
when panning* (Panning)
Playback Mode
Setting Menu
Accessories
Appendix
With Blue Sky
Backlit
Light Blue
Orange
–
No image stabilization, because
the camera is mounted on a tripod
or held still by other means.
Sunsets
Spotlights
Dark
–
–
Image stabilization for macro
shots (Hybrid IS).
However, during movie recording,
During movie recording, [
] is
[
] is displayed, and image
displayed, and image stabilization
for macro movie recording is used.
stabilization to counteract wind or
other sources of vibration is used.
(Tripod IS)
Dark Blue
Index
Tripod
Used
2
2
–
–
*
*
* Displayed when you pan, following moving subjects with the camera. When you follow
subjects moving horizontally, image stabilization only counteracts vertical camera
shake, and horizontal stabilization stops. Similarly, when you follow subjects moving
vertically, image stabilization only counteracts horizontal camera shake.
*1Not displayed for movies.
*2Displayed in dark scenes when the camera is held still, as when mounted on a tripod.
actual shooting conditions, or if it is not possible to shoot with your
expected effect, color, or brightness.
IS icon is not displayed.
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Still Images
Movies
Basic Guide
Advanced Guide
Camera Basics
Auto Mode
On-Screen Frames
A variety of frames are displayed once the camera detects subjects you are
aiming the camera at.
•
A white frame is displayed around the subject (or person’s face)
determined by the camera to be the main subject, and gray frames are
displayed around other detected faces. Frames follow moving subjects
within a certain range to keep them in focus.
Other Shooting
Modes
However, if the camera detects subject movement, only the white frame
will remain on the screen.
P Mode
•
When you are pressing the shutter button halfway and the camera
detects subject movement, a blue frame is displayed, and the focus and
image brightness are constantly adjusted (Servo AF).
Playback Mode
Setting Menu
Accessories
Appendix
frames are not displayed around desired subjects, or if frames are
displayed on the background or similar areas.
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Common, Convenient Features
• Moving the zoom lever will display the zoom bar (which indicates
the zoom position). The color of the zoom bar will change depending
on the zoom range.
- White range: optical zoom range where the image will not appear
grainy.
- Yellow range: digital zoom range where the image is not noticeably
grainy (ZoomPlus).
- Blue range: digital zoom range where the image will appear grainy.
Because the blue range will not be available at some resolution
following step 1.
Basic Guide
Advanced Guide
Camera Basics
Auto Mode
Still Images
Movies
Zooming In Closer on Subjects (Digital Zoom)
When distant subjects are too far away to enlarge using optical zoom,
use digital zoom for up to about 48x (
) or 32x (
IXUS 165
ELPH 170 IS
IXUS 170
) enlargement.
ELPH 160
IXUS 160
Other Shooting
Modes
1 Move the zoom lever toward
<i>.
P Mode
zzHold the lever until zooming stops.
zzZooming stops at the largest possible
zoom factor (before the image becomes
noticeably grainy), which is then indicated
on the screen.
• Zoomed images may look grainy under some resolution settings
in blue.
Playback Mode
Setting Menu
Accessories
Appendix
Zoom Factor
2 Move the zoom lever toward
<i> again.
zzThe camera zooms in even closer on the
subject.
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zzOnce you start the self-timer, the lamp
will blink and the camera will play a self-
timer sound.
Still Images
Movies
Basic Guide
Advanced Guide
Camera Basics
Auto Mode
Using the Self-Timer
zzTwo seconds before the shot, the blinking
and sound will speed up. (The lamp will
remain lit in case the flash fires.)
zzTo cancel shooting after you have
triggered the self-timer, press the
<n> button.
With the self-timer, you can include yourself in group photos or other timed
shots. The camera will shoot about 10 seconds after you press the shutter
button.
Other Shooting
Modes
1 Configure the setting.
zzPress the <m> button, choose [
]
zzTo restore the original setting, choose
in the menu, and then choose the []]
P Mode
[
] in step 1.
Playback Mode
Setting Menu
Accessories
Appendix
zzOnce the setting is complete, []] is
displayed.
Still Images
Movies
Using the Self-Timer to Avoid Camera Shake
This option delays shutter release until about two seconds after you have
pressed the shutter button. If the camera is unsteady while you are pressing
the shutter button, it will not affect your shot.
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2 Shoot.
zzFollow step 1 in “Using the Self-Timer”
zzOnce the setting is complete, [[] is
displayed.
zzFor Still Images: Press the shutter button
halfway to focus on the subject, and then
press it all the way down.
zzFor Movies: Press the movie button.
zzFollow step 2 in “Using the Self-Timer”
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Still Images
Movies
Still Images
Basic Guide
Advanced Guide
Camera Basics
Auto Mode
Deactivating the Flash
Prepare the camera for shooting without the flash as follows.
Customizing the Self-Timer
You can specify the delay (0 – 30 seconds) and number of shots (1 – 10).
1 Choose [$].
zzPress the <r> button several times until
[!] is displayed.
zzThe flash will no longer be activated.
zzTo activate the flash, press the <r>
button again. ([ ] is displayed.) The
flash will automatically fire in low-light
conditions.
zzFollowing step 1 in “Using the Self-Timer”
<n> button.
Other Shooting
Modes
2 Configure the setting.
zzPress the <o><p> buttons to choose
[Delay] or [Shots].
P Mode
Playback Mode
Setting Menu
Accessories
Appendix
zzPress the <q><r> buttons to choose a
value, and then press the <m> button.
zzOnce the setting is complete, [$] is
displayed.
zzFollow step 2 in “Using the Self-Timer”
• If a blinking [ ] icon is displayed when you press the shutter button
halfway in camera-shake inducing, low-light conditions, mount the
camera on a tripod or take other measures to keep it still.
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• For movies shot using the self-timer, [Delay] represents the delay
before recording begins, but the [Shots] setting has no effect.
• When you specify multiple shots, image brightness and white balance are
determined by the first shot. More time is required between shots when the
flash fires or when you have specified to take many shots. Shooting will stop
automatically when the memory card becomes full.
• When a delay longer than two seconds is specified, two seconds before the
shot, the lamp blinking and self-timer sound will speed up. (The lamp will
remain lit in case the flash fires.)
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Still Images
• Shots taken without adding a date stamp can be printed with one as follows.
However, adding a date stamp this way to images that already have one may
cause it to be printed twice.
Basic Guide
Advanced Guide
Camera Basics
Auto Mode
Adding a Date Stamp
The camera can add the shooting date to images, in the lower-right corner.
However, note that date stamps cannot be edited or removed, so confirm
1 Configure the setting.
Other Shooting
Modes
zzPress the <n> button, choose [Date
Stamp
] on the [4] tab, and then
P Mode
zzOnce the setting is complete, [ ] is
displayed.
Playback Mode
Setting Menu
Accessories
Appendix
Index
2 Shoot.
zzAs you take shots, the camera adds the
shooting date or time to the lower-right
corner of images.
zzTo restore the original setting, choose
[Off] in step 1.
• Date stamps cannot be edited or removed.
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Still Images
Still Images
Movies
Basic Guide
Advanced Guide
Camera Basics
Auto Mode
Continuous Shooting
Hold the shutter button all the way down to shoot continuously.
Using Eco Mode
This function allows you to conserve battery power in Shooting mode. When
the camera is not in use, the screen quickly darkens to reduce battery
consumption.
1 Configure the setting.
1 Configure the setting.
Other Shooting
Modes
zzPress the <m> button, choose
zzPress the <q> button several times until
[
] in the menu, and then choose [W]
[
] is displayed.
P Mode
zzThe screen darkens when the camera
is not used for approximately two
seconds; approximately ten seconds
after darkening, the screen turns off.
The camera turns off after approximately
three minutes of inactivity.
zzOnce the setting is complete, [W] is
displayed.
Playback Mode
Setting Menu
Accessories
Appendix
2 Shoot.
zzHold the shutter button all the way down
to shoot continuously.
zzBy pressing the <q> button again, [ ] is
displayed, and Eco Mode is deactivated.
2 Shoot.
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zzTo activate the screen and prepare for
shooting when the screen is off but the
lens is still out, press the shutter button
halfway.
• Shooting may stop momentarily or continuous shooting may slow
down depending on shooting conditions, camera settings, and the
zoom position.
• As more shots are taken, shooting may slow down.
• Shooting may slow down if the flash fires.
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Still Images
Image Customization Features
Basic Guide
Advanced Guide
Camera Basics
Auto Mode
Red-Eye Correction
Still Images
Red-eye that occurs in flash photography can be automatically corrected as
Changing Image Resolution (Size)
Choose from 5 levels of image resolution, as follows. For guidelines on
how many shots at each resolution setting can fit on a memory card, see
follows.
zzPress the <n> button, choose
[Red-Eye Corr.] on the [4] tab, and then
zzOnce the setting is complete, [R] is
displayed.
Other Shooting
Modes
zzPress the <m> button, choose [ ] in
the menu, and choose the desired option
zzThe option you configured is now
displayed.
P Mode
zzTo restore the original setting, repeat this
process but choose [Off].
Playback Mode
Setting Menu
Accessories
Appendix
zzTo restore the original setting, repeat this
process but choose [ ].
• Red-eye correction may be applied to image areas other than eyes
(if the camera misinterprets red eye makeup as red pupils, for
example).
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Guidelines for Choosing Resolution Based on Paper Size
A2 (16.5 x 23.4 in.)
zz[ ]: For e-mailing images.
zz[ ]: For images displayed on widescreen
A3 – A5 (11.7 x
HDTVs or similar display devices, on a
16.5 – 5.8 x 8.3 in.)
16:9 screen.
5 x 7 in.
Postcard
3.5 x 5 in.
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Movies
Helpful Shooting Features
Basic Guide
Advanced Guide
Camera Basics
Auto Mode
Changing Movie Image Quality
2 image quality settings are available. For guidelines on the maximum
movie length at each level of image quality that will fit on a memory card,
Still Images
Checking for Closed Eyes
[
] is displayed when the camera detects that people may have closed
their eyes.
zzPress the <m> button, choose [ ] in
the menu, and choose the desired option
zzThe option you configured is now
displayed.
Other Shooting
Modes
1 Configure the setting.
zzPress the <n> button, choose [Blink
Detection] on the [4] tab, and then
P Mode
Playback Mode
Setting Menu
Accessories
Appendix
zzTo restore the original setting, repeat this
process but choose [ ].
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Image
Quality
Resolution
Frame Rate
Details
2 Shoot.
zz[ ] flashes when the camera detects a
person whose eyes are closed.
zzTo restore the original setting, choose
[Off] in step 1.
1280 x 720
640 x 480
25 fps
30 fps
For shooting in HD
For shooting in standard definition
• In [ ] mode, black bars displayed on the top and bottom edges of the screen
• When you have specified multiple shots in [$] mode, this function is only
available for the final shot.
indicate image areas not recorded.
• A frame is displayed around people whose eyes are closed when you have
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Customizing Camera Operation
Basic Guide
Advanced Guide
Camera Basics
Auto Mode
Customize shooting functions on the MENU [4] tab as follows.
Still Images
Deactivating the Lamp
You can deactivate the lamp that normally lights up to help you focus in low-
light conditions when you press the shutter button halfway, or that lights up
to reduce red-eye when you shoot in low-light conditions with the flash.
Other Shooting
Modes
P Mode
Playback Mode
Setting Menu
Accessories
Appendix
zzPress the <n> button, choose
[Lamp Setting] on the [4] tab, and then
zzTo restore the original setting, repeat this
process but choose [On].
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Basic Guide
Advanced Guide
Camera Basics
Auto Mode
Other Shooting Modes
Shoot more effectively in various scenes, and take shots enhanced with unique image effects or captured using special
functions
Other Shooting
Modes
P Mode
Playback Mode
Setting Menu
Accessories
Appendix
Shots Resembling Miniature Models
(Miniature Effect)...................................................42
Shooting with a Toy Camera Effect
(Toy Camera Effect) ..............................................43
Shooting in Monochrome ......................................43
Brightness / Color Customization
(Live View Control) ......................................... 39
Special Modes for Other Purposes ................ 44
Using the Face Self-Timer.....................................44
Shooting Long Exposures (Long Shutter).............45
Specific Scenes................................................ 39
Shooting with Reduced Motion Blur (Digital IS) ....40
Applying Special Effects ................................. 41
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Shooting with a Fish-Eye Lens Effect
(Fish-Eye Effect) ...................................................41
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Still Images
Brightness / Color Customization
(Live View Control)
Movies
Specific Scenes
Basic Guide
Advanced Guide
Camera Basics
Auto Mode
Choose a mode matching the shooting scene, and the camera will
automatically configure the settings for optimal shots.
Image brightness or colors when shooting can be easily customized as
follows.
1 Choose a shooting mode.
zzPress the <o> button several times until
[
] is displayed.
1 Enter [
] mode.
Other Shooting
Modes
zzPress the <m> button, choose [
] in
zzPress the <o> button several times until
the menu, and choose the desired option
[
] is displayed.
P Mode
Playback Mode
Setting Menu
Accessories
Appendix
2 Shoot.
Still Images
Movies
2 Configure the setting.
zzPress the <p> button to access the
setting screen. Press the <o><p>
buttons to choose a setting item, and
then press the <q><r> buttons to adjust
the value as you watch the screen.
zzPress the <m> button.
ꢀIShoot portraits (Portrait)
zzTake shots of people with a softening
effect.
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Still Images
3 Shoot.
Shoot under low light
(Low Light)
zzShoot with minimal camera and subject
shake even in low-light conditions.
For brighter images, adjust the level to the right, and for darker
images, adjust it to the left.
Brightness
Color
For more vivid images, adjust the level to the right, and for more
subdued images, adjust it to the left.
For a warm, reddish tone, adjust the level to the right, and for a cool,
bluish tone, adjust it to the left.
Tone
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ELPH 160
IXUS 160
Still Images
Movies
Basic Guide
Advanced Guide
Camera Basics
Auto Mode
Still Images
ꢀPShoot with snowy backgrounds
(Snow)
zzBright, natural-colored shots of people
against snowy backgrounds.
Shooting with Reduced Motion Blur
(Digital IS)
Shoot with minimal camera and subject shake. In scenes where the flash
is not fired, consecutive shots are combined to reduce camera shake and
noise.
Other Shooting
Modes
Still Images
Movies
1 Enter [ ] mode.
P Mode
zzFollow step 1 in “Specific Scenes”
ꢀtShoot fireworks (Fireworks)
zzVivid shots of fireworks.
Playback Mode
Setting Menu
Accessories
Appendix
2 Shoot.
zzPress the shutter button halfway. [ ] is
displayed on the left side of the screen in
scenes where the flash is not fired.
zzWhen [ ] is displayed, press the shutter
button all the way down. Images will be
shot continuously, and then be combined.
zzWhen the icon is not displayed, press the
shutter button all the way down to shoot a
single image.
• In [t] mode, mount the camera on a tripod or take other measures
to keep it still and prevent camera shake.
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IXUS 165
• Set [IS Mode] to [Off] when using a tripod or other means to secure
• [ ] mode resolution is [ ] (2560 x 1920) and cannot be changed.
• In [t] mode, although no frames are displayed when you press the shutter
button halfway, optimal focus is still determined.
• Because the camera will shoot continuously when [ ] is displayed,
hold it steady while shooting.
• In some scenes, images may not look as expected.
• When using a tripod, shoot in [
• [ ] mode resolution is [ ] (2560 x 1920) and cannot be changed.
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Still Images
Applying Special Effects
Basic Guide
Advanced Guide
Camera Basics
Auto Mode
Shooting with a Fish-Eye Lens Effect
(Fish-Eye Effect)
Add a variety of effects to images when shooting.
1 Choose a shooting mode.
Shoot with the distorting effect of a fish-eye lens.
zzFollow step 1 in “Specific Scenes”
1 Choose [ ].
zzFollow step 1 in “Specific Scenes”
2 Shoot.
Other Shooting
Modes
P Mode
2 Choose an effect level.
zzPress the <p> button, press the
<q><r> buttons to choose an effect
level, and then press the <m> button.
zzA preview is shown of how your shot will
look with the effect applied.
Still Images
Movies
Shoot in vivid colors (Super
Vivid)
zzShots in rich, vivid colors.
Playback Mode
Setting Menu
Accessories
Appendix
3 Shoot.
Still Images
Movies
• Try taking some test shots first, to make sure you obtain the desired
Index
results.
Posterized shots (Poster Effect)
zzShots that resemble an old poster or
illustration.
• In [ ] and [ ] modes, try taking some test shots first, to make sure
you obtain the desired results.
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Still Images
Shots Resembling Miniature Models
(Miniature Effect)
Movies
4 Return to the shooting screen
and shoot.
zzPress the <n> button to return to the
shooting screen, and then shoot.
Basic Guide
Advanced Guide
Camera Basics
Auto Mode
Creates the effect of a miniature model, by blurring image areas above and
below your selected area.
You can also make movies that look like scenes in miniature models by
choosing the playback speed before the movie is recorded. People and
objects in the scene will move quickly during playback. Note that sound is
not recorded.
Playback Speed and Estimated Playback Time
(for One-Minute Clips)
Other Shooting
Modes
Speed
Playback Time
Approx. 12 sec.
Approx. 6 sec.
Approx. 3 sec.
P Mode
1 Choose [ ].
Playback Mode
Setting Menu
Accessories
Appendix
zzFollow step 1 in “Specific Scenes”
zzA white frame is displayed, indicating the
image area that will not be blurred.
• The zoom is not available when shooting movies. Be sure to set the
zoom before shooting.
• Try taking some test shots first, to make sure you obtain the desired
2 Choose the area to keep in
focus.
results.
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zzPress the <p> button.
zzMove the zoom lever to resize the frame,
and press the <o><p> buttons to move
it.
• To switch the orientation of the frame to vertical, press the <q><r> buttons
in step 2. To return the frame to horizontal orientation, press the <o><p>
buttons.
• To move the frame when it is in horizontal orientation, press the <o><p>
buttons, and to move the frame when it is in vertical orientation, press the
<q><r> buttons.
• Holding the camera vertically will change the orientation of the frame.
• Movie image quality is [ ] when a still image resolution of [ ] is selected
quality settings cannot be changed.
3 For movies, choose the movie
playback speed.
zzPress the <n> button, and then
press the <q><r> buttons to choose the
speed.
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Still Images
Movies
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Camera Basics
Auto Mode
Shooting with a Toy Camera Effect
(Toy Camera Effect)
This effect makes images resemble shots from a toy camera by vignetting
(darker, blurred image corners) and changing the overall color.
Shooting in Monochrome
Shoot images in black and white, sepia, or blue and white.
1 Choose [ ].
zzFollow step 1 in “Specific Scenes”
1 Choose [ ].
Other Shooting
Modes
zzFollow step 1 in “Specific Scenes”
2 Choose a color tone.
zzPress the <p> button, press the
<q><r> buttons to choose a color tone,
and then press the <m> button.
zzA preview is shown of how your shot will
look with the effect applied.
P Mode
2 Choose a color tone.
Playback Mode
Setting Menu
Accessories
Appendix
zzPress the <p> button, press the
<q><r> buttons to choose a color tone,
and then press the <m> button.
zzA preview is shown of how your shot will
look with the effect applied.
3 Shoot.
B/W
Black and white shots.
Sepia tone shots.
3 Shoot.
Sepia
Blue
Index
Standard Shots resemble toy camera images.
Blue and white shots.
Warm
Cool
Images have a warmer tone than with [Standard].
Images have a cooler tone than with [Standard].
• Try taking some test shots first, to make sure you obtain the desired
results.
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4 Join the subjects in the
shooting area and look at the
camera.
zzAfter the camera detects a new face, the
lamp blinking and self-timer sound will
speed up. (When the flash fires, the lamp
will remain lit.) About two seconds later,
the camera will shoot.
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Auto Mode
Still Images
Using the Face Self-Timer
The camera will shoot about two seconds after detecting that the face of
another person (such as the photographer) has entered the shooting area
shots.
Other Shooting
Modes
zzTo cancel shooting after you have
triggered the self-timer, press the
<n> button.
1 Choose [ ].
P Mode
zzFollow step 1 in “Specific Scenes”
Playback Mode
Setting Menu
Accessories
Appendix
• Even if your face is not detected after you join the others in the shooting area,
the camera will shoot about 15 seconds later.
• To change the number of shots, press the <p> button, press the <q><r>
buttons to choose the number of shots, and then press the <m> button. [Blink
2 Compose the shot and press
the shutter button halfway.
zzMake sure a green frame is displayed
around the face you focus on and white
frames around other faces.
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3 Press the shutter button all the
way down.
zzThe camera now enters shooting standby
mode, and [Look straight at camera to
start count down] is displayed.
zzThe lamp blinks and the self-timer sound
is played.
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• On-screen image brightness in step 3, when you pressed the
shutter button halfway, may not match the brightness of your shots.
• With shutter speeds of 1.3 seconds or slower, there will be a delay
before you can shoot again, as the camera processes images to
reduce noise.
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Advanced Guide
Camera Basics
Auto Mode
Shooting Long Exposures (Long Shutter)
Specify a shutter speed of 1 – 15 seconds to shoot long exposures. In this
case, mount the camera on a tripod or take other measures to prevent
camera shake.
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• Set [IS Mode] to [Off] when using a tripod or other means to secure
1 Choose [N].
Other Shooting
Modes
zzFollow step 1 in “Specific Scenes”
• If the flash fires, your shot may be overexposed. In this case, set the flash to
P Mode
Playback Mode
Setting Menu
Accessories
Appendix
2 Choose the shutter speed.
zzPress the <m> button, choose [)] in the
menu, and choose the desired shutter
Index
3 Check the exposure.
zzPress the shutter button halfway to view
the exposure for your selected shutter
speed.
4 Shoot.
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Advanced Guide
Camera Basics
Auto Mode
P Mode
More discerning shots, in your preferred shooting style
•
•
•
Instructions in this chapter apply to the camera when set to [G] mode.
Other Shooting
Modes
[G]: Program AE; AE: Auto Exposure
Before using a function introduced in this chapter in modes other than [G], make sure the function is available in that mode (=104 – 108).
P Mode
Playback Mode
Setting Menu
Accessories
Appendix
Shooting in Program AE ([P] Mode)............... 47 Shooting Range and Focusing ....................... 51 Using Eco Mode ............................................... 56
Shooting Close-Ups (Macro).................................51
Shooting Distant Subjects (Infinity) .......................51
Changing the AF Frame Mode..............................51
Magnifying the Area in Focus................................54
Changing the Focus Setting..................................54
Shooting with the AF Lock.....................................55
Flash.................................................................. 55
Changing the Flash Mode.....................................55
Shooting with the FE Lock ....................................56
Image Brightness (Exposure) ......................... 47
Adjusting Image Brightness
Other Settings .................................................. 57
Displaying Grid Lines ............................................57
Deactivating the Digital Zoom ...............................57
Changing the Image Display Style after Shots......57
Changing the IS Mode Settings ............................58
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(Exposure Compensation) ....................................47
Locking Image Brightness / Exposure
(AE Lock) ..............................................................48
Changing the Metering Method.............................48
Changing the ISO Speed ......................................49
Correcting Image Brightness (i-Contrast)..............49
Adjusting White Balance................................. 50
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Still Images
Movies
Image Brightness (Exposure)
Basic Guide
Advanced Guide
Camera Basics
Auto Mode
Shooting in Program AE ([P] Mode)
You can customize many function settings to suit your preferred shooting
style.
Still Images
Adjusting Image Brightness
(Exposure Compensation)
Movies
1 Enter [G] mode.
The standard exposure set by the camera can be adjusted in 1/3-stop
increments, in a range of –2 to +2.
zzFollow step 1 in “Specific Scenes”
Other Shooting
Modes
zzPress the <m> button and choose [#]
in the menu. As you watch the screen,
press the <o><p> buttons to adjust
zzThe correction level you specified is now
displayed.
2 Customize the settings as
then shoot.
P Mode
Playback Mode
Setting Menu
Accessories
Appendix
• If adequate exposure cannot be obtained when you press the shutter button
halfway, shutter speeds and aperture values are displayed in orange. In this
• Movies can be recorded in [G] mode as well, by pressing the movie button.
automatically adjusted for movie recording.
zzWhen shooting movies, shoot with the
exposure compensation bar displayed.
zzWhen shooting still images, press the
<m> button to display the set exposure
compensation amount, and then shoot.
Index
• You can also shoot still images with exposure compensation bar displayed.
• While recording a movie, [&] is displayed, and the exposure is locked.
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Locking Image Brightness / Exposure
(AE Lock)
Movies
Still Images
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Advanced Guide
Camera Basics
Auto Mode
Changing the Metering Method
Adjust the metering method (how brightness is measured) to suit shooting
conditions as follows.
Before shooting, you can lock the exposure, or you can specify focus and
exposure separately.
zzPress the <m> button, choose [ ] in
the menu, and choose the desired option
zzThe option you configured is now
displayed.
Other Shooting
Modes
2 Lock the exposure.
zzAim the camera at the subject to shoot
with the exposure locked. With the
shutter button pressed halfway, press the
<r> button.
P Mode
Playback Mode
Setting Menu
Accessories
Appendix
For typical shooting conditions, including backlit shots.
Evaluative
zz[&] is displayed, and the exposure is
locked.
Automatically adjusts exposure to match the shooting conditions.
Determines the average brightness of light across the entire
image area, calculated by treating brightness in the central area
zzTo unlock AE, release the shutter button
and press the <r> button again. In this
case, [&] is no longer displayed.
Center
Weighted Avg.
as more important.
Metering restricted to within the [ ] (Spot AE Point frame),
Spot
Index
displayed in the center of the screen.
3 Compose the shot and shoot.
• AE: Auto Exposure
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Still Images
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Camera Basics
Auto Mode
Changing the ISO Speed
Correcting Image Brightness (i-Contrast)
Before shooting, excessively bright or dark image areas (such as faces or
backgrounds) can be detected and automatically adjusted to the optimal
brightness. Insufficient overall image contrast can also be automatically
corrected before shooting to make subjects stand out better.
zzPress the <m> button, choose [ ] in
the menu, and choose the desired option
zzThe option you configured is now
displayed.
Other Shooting
Modes
zzPress the <n> button, choose
[i-Contrast] on the [4] tab, and then
zzOnce the setting is complete, [@] is
displayed.
P Mode
Automatically adjusts the ISO speed to suit the
shooting mode and conditions.
AUTO
Playback Mode
Setting Menu
Accessories
Appendix
100, 200
400, 800
For shooting outdoors in fair weather.
Low
For shooting in cloudy conditions, or at
twilight.
• Under some shooting conditions, correction may be inaccurate or
may cause images to appear grainy.
For shooting night scenes, or in dark
rooms.
High
1600
Index
• To view the automatically determined ISO speed when you have set the ISO
speed to [AUTO], press the shutter button halfway.
• Although choosing a lower ISO speed may reduce image graininess,
there may be a greater risk of subject and camera shake in some shooting
conditions.
• Choosing a higher ISO speed will increase shutter speed, which may reduce
subject and camera shake and increase the flash range. However, shots may
look grainy.
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Movies
Still Images
Movies
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Camera Basics
Auto Mode
Adjusting White Balance
By adjusting white balance (WB), you can make image colors look more
natural for the scene you are shooting.
Custom White Balance
For image colors that look natural under the light in your shot, adjust white
balance to suit the light source where you are shooting. Set the white
balance under the same light source that will illuminate your shot.
zzPress the <m> button, choose [ ] in
the menu, and choose the desired option
zzThe option you configured is now
displayed.
zzAim the camera at a plain white subject,
so that the entire screen is white. Press
the <n> button.
Other Shooting
Modes
P Mode
Playback Mode
Setting Menu
Accessories
Appendix
zzThe tint of the screen changes once the
white balance data has been recorded.
Automatically sets the optimal white balance for the shooting
conditions.
Auto
• Colors may look unnatural if you change camera settings after
recording white balance data.
Day Light
Cloudy
For shooting outdoors in fair weather.
For shooting in cloudy conditions, in the shade, or at twilight.
For shooting under ordinary incandescent (tungsten) lighting
and similarly colored fluorescent lighting.
Tungsten
Index
For shooting under warm-white (or similarly colored) or cool-
white fluorescent lighting.
Fluorescent
For shooting under daylight fluorescent and similarly colored
fluorescent lighting.
Fluorescent H
Custom
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Shooting Range and Focusing
Basic Guide
Advanced Guide
Camera Basics
Auto Mode
Shooting Distant Subjects (Infinity)
Still Images
To restrict the focus to distant subjects, set the camera to [u]. For details
Shooting Close-Ups (Macro)
To restrict the focus to subjects at close range, set the camera to [e]. For
zzPress the <m> button, choose [
]
in the menu, and then choose the [u]
Other Shooting
Modes
zzOnce the setting is complete, [u] is
displayed.
zzPress the <m> button, choose [
]
in the menu, and then choose the [e]
P Mode
zzOnce the setting is complete, [e] is
displayed.
Playback Mode
Setting Menu
Accessories
Appendix
Still Images
Movies
Changing the AF Frame Mode
Change the AF (auto focus) frame mode to suit the shooting conditions as
follows.
• If the flash fires, vignetting may occur.
• In the yellow bar display area below the zoom bar, [e] will turn gray
and the camera will not focus.
Index
zzPress the <n> button, choose [AF
Frame] on the [4] tab, and then choose
• To prevent camera shake, try mounting the camera on a tripod and shooting
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Still Images
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Camera Basics
Auto Mode
Face AiAF
Choosing Subjects to Focus On (Tracking AF)
Shoot after choosing a subject to focus on as follows.
•
•
Detects people’s faces, and then sets the focus, exposure (evaluative
metering only), and white balance ([ ] only).
1 Choose [Tracking AF].
After you aim the camera at the subject, a white frame is displayed
around the person’s face determined by the camera to be the main
subject, and up to two gray frames are displayed around other detected
faces.
[Tracking AF].
Other Shooting
Modes
zz[ ] is displayed in the center of the
screen.
•
•
When the camera detects movement, frames will follow moving subjects,
within a certain range.
P Mode
After you press the shutter button halfway, up to nine green frames are
displayed around faces in focus.
2 Choose a subject to focus on.
zzAim the camera so that [ ] is on the
desired subject.
Playback Mode
Setting Menu
Accessories
Appendix
• If faces are not detected, or when only gray frames are displayed
(without a white frame), up to nine green frames are displayed in the
areas in focus when you press the shutter button halfway.
AF frame is displayed in the center of the screen when you press
the shutter button halfway.
zzPress the shutter button halfway. [
]
changes to a blue [ ], which follows
the subject as the camera continues to
adjust the focus and exposure (Servo AF)
Index
• Examples of faces that cannot be detected:
- Subjects that are distant or extremely close
- Subjects that are dark or light
- Faces in profile, at an angle, or partly hidden
3 Shoot.
zzPress the shutter button all the way down
to shoot.
• The camera may misinterpret non-human subjects as faces.
• No AF frames are displayed if the camera cannot focus when you
press the shutter button halfway.
• Tracking may not be possible when subjects are too small or move
too rapidly, or when subject color or brightness matches that of the
background too closely.
• [AF-Point Zoom] on the [4] tab is not available.
• [e] and [u] are not available.
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• Focusing may not be possible in some shooting conditions.
• In low-light conditions, Servo AF may not be activated (AF frames
may not turn blue) when you press the shutter button halfway. In this
case, the focus and exposure are set according to the specified AF
frame mode.
• If adequate exposure cannot be obtained, shutter speeds and
aperture values are displayed in orange. Release the shutter button,
and then press it halfway again.
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Auto Mode
Center
One AF frame is displayed in the center. Effective for reliable focusing.
• A yellow AF frame is displayed with [ ] if the camera cannot focus
when you press the shutter button halfway.
Other Shooting
Modes
• To compose shots so that subjects are positioned at the edge or in a corner,
first aim the camera to capture the subject in an AF frame, and then hold
the shutter button halfway down. As you continue to hold the shutter button
halfway, recompose the shot as desired, and then press the shutter button all
the way down (Focus Lock).
• AF lock shooting is not available.
• [AF-Point Zoom] on the [4] tab is not available.
P Mode
Playback Mode
Setting Menu
Accessories
Appendix
Still Images
Shooting with Servo AF
This mode helps avoid missing shots of subjects in motion, because the
camera continues to focus on the subject and adjust the exposure as long
as you press the shutter button halfway.
Index
1 Configure the setting.
zzPress the <n> button, choose
[Servo AF] on the [4] tab, and then
2 Focus.
zzThe focus and exposure are maintained
where the blue AF frame is displayed
while you are pressing the shutter button
halfway.
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Still Images
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Advanced Guide
Camera Basics
Auto Mode
Magnifying the Area in Focus
You can check the focus by pressing the shutter button halfway, which will
enlarge the portion of the image in focus in the AF frame.
Changing the Focus Setting
You can change default camera operation of constantly focusing on
subjects it is aimed at, even when the shutter button is not pressed. Instead,
you can limit camera focusing to the moment you press the shutter button
halfway.
1 Configure the setting.
zzPress the <n> button, choose [AF-
Point Zoom] on the [4] tab, and then
Other Shooting
Modes
zzPress the <n> button, choose
[Continuous AF] on the [4] tab, and then
P Mode
2 Check the focus.
Playback Mode
Setting Menu
Accessories
Appendix
zzIn [Face AiAF] AF mode, the face
detected as the main subject is magnified
when the shutter button is pressed
halfway. In [Center] AF mode, the AF
frame in the center is magnified.
Helps avoid missing sudden photo opportunities, because the camera
constantly focuses on subjects until you press the shutter button halfway.
On
Off
Conserves battery power, because the camera does not focus constantly.
• The area in focus is not magnified in the following cases when the shutter
button is pressed halfway.
Index
- [Face AiAF]: When a face was not detected, or when the person is too close
to the camera and their face is too large for the screen
- [Center]: When the camera cannot focus on the subject
- [Tracking AF]: Not magnified in this mode
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Flash
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Advanced Guide
Camera Basics
Auto Mode
Shooting with the AF Lock
The focus can be locked. After you lock the focus, the focal position will not
Still Images
Changing the Flash Mode
change even when you release your finger from the shutter button.
You can change the flash mode to match the shooting scene. For details on
1 Lock the focus.
zzWith the shutter button pressed halfway,
press the <q> button.
Other Shooting
Modes
zzPress the <r> button, press the <q><r>
buttons to choose a flash mode, and then
press the <m> button.
zzThe option you configured is now
displayed.
zzThe focus is now locked, and [%] is
displayed.
P Mode
zzTo unlock the focus, release the shutter
button and press the <q> button again. In
this case, [%] is no longer displayed.
Playback Mode
Setting Menu
Accessories
Appendix
2 Compose the shot and shoot.
[
] Auto
Fires automatically in low-light conditions.
Index
[h] On
Fires for each shot.
[Z] Slow Synchro
Fires to illuminate the main subject (such as people) while shooting at a
slower shutter speed to illuminate backgrounds out of flash range.
• In [Z] mode, mount the camera on a tripod or take other measures
to keep it still and prevent camera shake.
• In [Z] mode, even after the flash fires, ensure that the main subject
does not move until the shutter sound is finished playing.
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• Set [IS Mode] to [Off] when using a tripod or other means to secure
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Using Eco Mode
This function allows you to conserve battery power in Shooting mode. When
the camera is not in use, the screen quickly darkens to reduce battery
consumption.
[!] Off
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Auto Mode
For shooting without the flash.
• If a blinking [ ] icon is displayed when you press the shutter button
halfway in camera-shake inducing, low-light conditions, mount the
camera on a tripod or take other measures to keep it still.
1 Configure the setting.
zzPress the <q> button, and then press the
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Other Shooting
Modes
<q><r> buttons to choose [
].
Shooting with the FE Lock
shots.
zz[ ] is now shown on the shooting
P Mode
zzThe screen darkens when the camera
is not used for approximately two
seconds; approximately ten seconds
after darkening, the screen turns off.
The camera turns off after approximately
three minutes of inactivity.
Playback Mode
Setting Menu
Accessories
Appendix
2 Lock the flash exposure.
zzAim the camera at the subject to shoot
with the exposure locked. With the
shutter button pressed halfway, press the
<r> button.
2 Shoot.
Index
zzTo activate the screen and prepare for
shooting when the screen is off but the
lens is still out, press the shutter button
halfway.
zzThe flash fires, and when [(] is
displayed, the flash output level is
retained.
zzTo unlock FE, release the shutter button
and press the <r> button again. In this
case, [(] is no longer displayed.
3 Compose the shot and shoot.
• FE: Flash Exposure
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Other Settings
Basic Guide
Advanced Guide
Camera Basics
Auto Mode
Changing the Image Display Style after Shots
You can change how long images are displayed and what information is
displayed immediately after shooting.
Still Images
Movies
Displaying Grid Lines
Grid lines can be displayed on the screen for vertical and horizontal
reference while shooting.
Changing the Image Display Period after Shots
1 Access the [Review image after
Other Shooting
Modes
shooting] screen.
zzPress the <n> button, choose [Grid
Lines] on the [4] tab, and then choose
zzOnce the setting is complete, grid lines
are displayed on the screen.
zzPress the <n> button, choose
[Review image after shooting] on the
[4] tab, and then press the <m> button
P Mode
Playback Mode
Setting Menu
Accessories
Appendix
2 Configure the setting.
zzChoose [Display Time], and then choose
• Grid lines are not recorded in your shots.
Quick
Displays images only until you can shoot again.
Still Images
Movies
Index
2 sec., 4 sec., Displays images for the specified time. Even while the shot is displayed,
Deactivating the Digital Zoom
follows.
8 sec.
Hold
Off
you can take another shot by pressing the shutter button halfway again.
Displays images until you press the shutter button halfway.
No image display after shots.
zzPress the <n> button, choose
[Digital Zoom] on the [4] tab, and then
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Changing the Screen Displayed after Shots
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Advanced Guide
Camera Basics
Auto Mode
Still Images
Movies
Change the way images are displayed after shots as follows.
Changing the IS Mode Settings
1 Set [Display Time] to [2 sec.],
1 Access the setting screen.
[4 sec.], [8 sec.], or [Hold]
zzPress the <n> button, choose [IS
Settings] on the [4] tab, and then press
2 Configure the setting.
zzChoose [Display Info], and then choose
Other Shooting
Modes
2 Configure the setting.
zzChoose [IS Mode], and then choose the
P Mode
Off
Displays only the image.
Playback Mode
Setting Menu
Accessories
Appendix
Detailed
Optimal image stabilization for the shooting conditions is automatically
Continuous
[Off] and cannot be changed.
• By pressing the <p> button while an image is displayed after shooting, you
can switch the display information. Note that the settings of [Display Info]
are not changed. You can also erase images by pressing the <o> button, or
Shoot Only* Image stabilization is active only at the moment of shooting.
Off Deactivates image stabilization.
* The setting is changed to [Continuous] for movie recording.
Index
• If image stabilization cannot prevent camera shake, mount the
camera on a tripod or take other measures to hold it still. In this
case, set [IS Mode] to [Off].
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Advanced Guide
Camera Basics
Auto Mode
Movies
Shooting Movies with Subjects at the Same Size Shown
before Shooting
Normally, once movie recording begins, the image display area changes
and subjects are enlarged to allow for correction of significant camera
shake. To shoot subjects at the same size shown before shooting, you can
choose not to reduce significant camera shake.
Other Shooting
Modes
P Mode
[IS Settings] screen.
Playback Mode
Setting Menu
Accessories
Appendix
zzChoose [Dynamic IS], and then choose
Index
• You can also set [IS Mode] to [Off], so that subjects are recorded at the same
size shown before shooting.
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Advanced Guide
Camera Basics
Auto Mode
Playback Mode
Have fun reviewing your shots, and browse or edit them in many ways
Other Shooting
Modes
•
To prepare the camera for these operations, press the <1> button to enter Playback mode.
P Mode
• It may not be possible to play back or edit images that were renamed or already edited on a computer, or images from other cameras.
Playback Mode
Setting Menu
Accessories
Appendix
Viewing.............................................................. 61 Protecting Images............................................ 65 Editing Still Images.......................................... 69
Switching Display Modes ......................................62
Using the Menu.....................................................66
Choosing Images Individually ...............................66
Protecting All Images at Once...............................66
Resizing Images....................................................69
Correcting Image Brightness (i-Contrast)..............70
Correcting Red-Eye...............................................70
Browsing and Filtering Images....................... 62
Index
Navigating through Images in an Index.................62
Erasing Images................................................. 67
Erasing Multiple Images at Once ..........................67
Rotating Images ............................................... 68
Using the Menu.....................................................68
Deactivating Auto Rotation....................................69
Finding Images Matching Specified Conditions ....63
Image Viewing Options.................................... 64
Magnifying Images................................................64
Viewing Slideshows ..............................................64
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Movies
3 Play movies.
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Camera Basics
Auto Mode
Viewing
zzTo start playback, press the <m> button,
press the <o><p> buttons to choose
After shooting images or movies, you can view them on the screen as
follows.
[
], and then press the <m> button
again.
1 Enter Playback mode.
zzPress the <1> button.
zzYour last shot is displayed.
Other Shooting
Modes
4 Adjust the volume.
zzPress the <o><p> buttons to adjust the
volume.
P Mode
zzTo adjust the volume when the volume
indicator is no longer displayed, press the
<o><p> buttons.
2 Browse through your images.
zzTo view the previous image, press the
<q> button. To view the next image,
press the <r> button.
zzPress and hold the <q><r> buttons to
browse through images quickly.
Playback Mode
Setting Menu
Accessories
Appendix
Volume Indicator
5 Pause playback.
zzTo pause or resume playback, press the
<m> button.
zzAfter the movie is finished, [
displayed.
] is
Index
• To switch to Shooting mode from Playback mode, press the shutter button
halfway.
• To have the most recent shot displayed when you enter Playback mode,
choose your desired effect in [1] tab ► [Transition].
zzMovies are identified by a [
play movies, go to step 3.
] icon. To
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Browsing and Filtering Images
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Advanced Guide
Camera Basics
Auto Mode
Switching Display Modes
Press the <p> button to view other information on the screen, or to hide
Still Images
Movies
Navigating through Images in an Index
By displaying multiple images in an index, you can quickly find the images
you are looking for.
Other Shooting
Modes
1 Display images in an index.
zzMove the zoom lever toward <g> to
display images in an index. Moving the
lever again will increase the number of
images shown.
P Mode
No Information
Display
Simple
Information
Display
Detailed
Information
Display
Playback Mode
Setting Menu
Accessories
Appendix
zzTo display fewer images, move the zoom
lever toward <k>. Fewer images are
shown each time you move the lever.
Still Images
Movies
2 Choose an image.
Overexposure Warning (for Image Highlights)
Washed-out highlights in the image flash on the screen in detailed
zzPress the <o><p><q><r> buttons to
choose an image.
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zzAn orange frame is displayed around the
selected image.
Still Images
Movies
zzPress the <m> button to view the
selected image in single-image display.
Histogram
High
Low
zzThe graph in detailed information display
distribution of brightness in the image.
The horizontal axis represents the degree
of brightness, and the vertical axis, how
much of the image is at each level of
brightness. Viewing the histogram is a
Dark
Bright
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Still Images
Finding Images Matching Specified
Conditions
Movies
• When the camera has found no corresponding images for some
conditions, those conditions will not be available.
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• To show or hide information, press the <p> button in step 3.
them to a photobook by choosing [Select All Images in Search] in “Protecting
Find desired images quickly on a memory card full of images by filtering
image display according to your specified conditions. You can also protect
Shot Date
Displays the images shot on a specific date.
Other Shooting
Modes
Still image/Movie
Displays only still images or movies.
P Mode
is displayed, and the images that were found are no longer shown.
1 Choose the first condition for
image display or navigation.
zzPress the <m> button, choose
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[
] in the menu, and choose a condition
2 Choose the second condition
for image display or navigation.
zzPress the <o><p><q><r> buttons to
choose a condition, and then press the
<m> button.
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3 View the filtered images.
zzImages matching your conditions are
displayed in yellow frames. To view
only these images, press the <q><r>
buttons.
zzTo cancel filtered display, choose [ ] in
step 1.
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Still Images
Movies
Image Viewing Options
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Auto Mode
Viewing Slideshows
Still Images
Automatically play back images from a memory card as follows. Each
image is displayed for about three seconds.
Magnifying Images
1 Magnify an image.
zzPress the <m> button, choose [.] in
the menu, and choose the desired option
zzThe slideshow will start after [Loading
image] is displayed for a few seconds.
zzPress the <n> button to stop the
slideshow.
zzMoving the zoom lever toward <k> will
zoom in and magnify the image. You
can magnify images up to about 10x by
continuing to hold the zoom lever.
Other Shooting
Modes
P Mode
zzTo zoom out, move the zoom lever
toward <g>. You can return to single-
image display by continuing to hold it.
Playback Mode
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2 Move the display position and
switch images as needed.
zzTo move the display position, press the
<o><p><q><r> buttons.
during slideshows.
• To pause or resume slideshows, press the <m> button.
• You can switch to other images during playback by pressing the <q><r>
buttons. For fast-forward or fast-rewind, hold the <q><r> buttons down.
played.
Approximate Position of
Displayed Area
zzWhile [
] is displayed, you can switch
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to [
] by pressing the <m> button.
To switch to other images while zoomed,
press the <q><r> buttons. Press the
<m> button again to restore the original
setting.
• You can return to single-image display from magnified display by pressing the
<n> button.
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Still Images
Movies
Changing Slideshow Settings
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Auto Mode
Protecting Images
You can set up slideshows to repeat, and you can change the transitions
between images and the display duration of each image.
Protect important images to prevent accidental erasure by the camera
1 Access the setting screen.
zzPress the <n> button, and then
choose [Slideshow] on the [1] tab
zzPress the <m> button, and then choose
is displayed.
Other Shooting
Modes
2 Configure the settings.
zzChoose a menu item to configure, and
zzTo start the slideshow with your settings,
choose [Start] and press the <m>
button.
zzTo cancel protection, repeat this process
and choose [:] again, and then press
the <m> button.
P Mode
Playback Mode
Setting Menu
Accessories
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• Protected images on a memory card will be erased if you format the
zzTo return to the menu screen, press the
<n> button.
• Protected images cannot be erased using the camera’s erasure function. To
erase them this way, first cancel protection.
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Using the Menu
3 Protect the image.
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zzPress the <n> button. A confirmation
message is displayed.
1 Access the setting screen.
zzPress the <n> button and choose
zzPress the <q><r> buttons to choose
[OK], and then press the <m> button.
Other Shooting
Modes
• Images will not be protected if you switch to Shooting mode or turn
the camera off before finishing the setup process in step 3.
P Mode
2 Choose a selection method.
zzChoose a menu item and an option as
zzTo return to the menu screen, press the
<n> button.
Playback Mode
Setting Menu
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Protecting All Images at Once
1 Choose [Protect All Images].
zzFollowing step 2 in “Using the Menu”
and press the <m> button.
Choosing Images Individually
2 Protect the images.
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zzPress the <q><r> buttons to choose
[OK], and then press the <m> button.
1 Choose [Select].
zzFollowing step 2 in “Using the Menu”
<m> button.
2 Choose an image.
zzPress the <q><r> buttons to choose an
image, and then press the <m> button.
• To cancel protection for groups of images, choose [Unprotect All Images] in
step 1.
[
] is displayed.
zzTo cancel selection, press the <m>
button again. [ ] is no longer displayed.
zzRepeat this process to specify other
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Still Images
Movies
Erasing Multiple Images at Once
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Advanced Guide
Camera Basics
Auto Mode
Erasing Images
You can choose and erase unneeded images one by one. Be careful when
erasing images, because they cannot be recovered. However, protected
You can choose multiple images to erase at once. Be careful when erasing
images, because they cannot be recovered. However, protected images
Choosing a Selection Method
1 Choose an image to erase.
zzPress the <q><r> buttons to choose an
image.
1 Access the setting screen.
zzPress the <n> button, and then
Other Shooting
Modes
P Mode
2 Erase the image.
zzPress the <o> button.
Playback Mode
Setting Menu
Accessories
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zzAfter [Erase?] is displayed, press the
<q><r> buttons to choose [Erase], and
then press the <m> button.
zzThe current image is now erased.
zzTo cancel erasure, press the <q><r>
buttons to choose [Cancel], and then
press the <m> button.
2 Choose a selection method.
zzPress the <o><p> buttons to choose
a selection method, and then press the
<m> button.
zzTo return to the menu screen, press the
<n> button.
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Choosing Images Individually
1 Choose [Select].
zzFollowing step 2 in “Choosing a Selection
press the <m> button.
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2 Choose an image.
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Rotating Images
Change the orientation of images and save them as follows.
zzOnce you choose an image following
step 2 in “Choosing Images Individually”
zzTo cancel selection, press the <m>
button again. [ ] is no longer displayed.
zzRepeat this process to specify other
images.
1 Choose [\].
zzPress the <m> button, and then choose
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Modes
3 Erase the image.
P Mode
zzPress the <n> button. A confirmation
message is displayed.
Playback Mode
Setting Menu
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zzPress the <q><r> buttons to choose
[OK], and then press the <m> button.
2 Rotate the image.
zzPress the <q> or <r> button, depending
on the desired direction. Each time you
press the button, the image is rotated
90°. Press the <m> button to complete
the setting.
Specifying All Images at Once
1 Choose [Select All Images].
zzFollowing step 2 in “Choosing a Selection
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Using the Menu
Images] and press the <m> button.
1 Choose [Rotate].
2 Erase the images.
zzPress the <n> button and choose
zzPress the <q><r> buttons to choose
[OK], and then press the <m> button.
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Editing Still Images
2 Rotate the image.
zzPress the <q><r> buttons to choose an
image.
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card has sufficient free space.
zzThe image is rotated 90° each time you
press the <m> button.
zzTo return to the menu screen, press the
<n> button.
Still Images
Resizing Images
Save a copy of images at a lower resolution.
Other Shooting
Modes
P Mode
1 Choose [Resize].
zzPress the <n> button and choose
Playback Mode
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Accessories
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Deactivating Auto Rotation
Follow these steps to deactivate automatic image rotation, which rotates
images based on the current camera orientation.
2 Choose an image.
zzPress the <q><r> buttons to choose an
image, and then press the <m> button.
zzPress the <n> button, choose [Auto
Rotate] on the [1] tab, and then choose
3 Choose an image size.
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zzPress the <q><r> buttons to choose the
size, and then press the <m> button.
zz[Save new image?] is displayed.
[Off]. Additionally, images already rotated will be displayed in the
original orientation.
4 Save the new image.
zzPress the <q><r> buttons to choose
[OK], and then press the <m> button.
zzThe image is now saved as a new file.
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5 Review the new image.
zzPress the <n> button. [Display new
image?] is displayed.
3 Choose an option.
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Auto Mode
zzPress the <q><r> buttons to choose an
option, and then press the <m> button.
zzPress the <q><r> buttons to choose
[Yes], and then press the <m> button.
zzThe saved image is now displayed.
4 Save as a new image and
review.
zzFollow steps 4 – 5 in “Resizing Images”
Other Shooting
Modes
• Editing is not possible for images shot at a resolution of [ ] or [
]
• For some images, correction may be inaccurate or may cause
images to appear grainy.
P Mode
• Images may look grainy after repeated editing using this function.
• Images cannot be resized to a higher resolution.
Playback Mode
Setting Menu
Accessories
Appendix
• If [Auto] does not produce the expected results, try correcting images using
[Low], [Medium], or [High].
Still Images
Correcting Image Brightness (i-Contrast)
Still Images
Excessively dark image areas (such as faces or backgrounds) can be
detected and automatically adjusted to the optimal brightness. Insufficient
overall image contrast is also automatically corrected, to make subjects
stand out better. Choose from four correction levels, and then save the
image as a separate file.
Correcting Red-Eye
Automatically corrects images affected by red-eye. You can save the
Index
corrected image as a separate file.
1 Choose [Red-Eye Correction].
zzPress the <n> button, and then
choose [Red-Eye Correction] on the [1]
1 Choose [i-Contrast].
zzPress the <n> button, and then
choose [i-Contrast] on the [1] tab
2 Choose an image.
zzPress the <q><r> buttons to choose an
image.
2 Choose an image.
zzPress the <q><r> buttons to choose an
image, and then press the <m> button.
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3 Correct the image.
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zzPress the <m> button.
zzRed-eye detected by the camera is now
corrected, and frames are displayed
around corrected image areas.
zzEnlarge or reduce images as needed.
Other Shooting
Modes
4 Save as a new image and
review.
P Mode
zzPress the <o><p><q><r> buttons to
choose [New File], and then press the
<m> button.
zzThe image is now saved as a new file.
zzFollow step 5 in “Resizing Images”
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Accessories
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• Some images may not be corrected accurately.
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• To overwrite the original image with the corrected image, choose
[Overwrite] in step 4. In this case, the original image will be erased.
• Protected images cannot be overwritten.
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Auto Mode
Setting Menu
Customize or adjust basic camera functions for greater convenience
Other Shooting
Modes
P Mode
Playback Mode
Setting Menu
Accessories
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Lens Retraction Timing .........................................74
Date-Based Image Storage...................................77
Checking Certification Logos ................................77
Display Language .................................................77
Adjusting Other Settings .......................................77
Restoring Defaults.................................................78
Adjusting Basic Camera Functions................ 73
Power-Saving Adjustment.....................................74
Screen Brightness.................................................75
Hiding the Start-Up Screen ...................................75
Formatting Memory Cards ....................................75
File Numbering......................................................76
Silencing Camera Operations ...............................73
Adjusting the Volume ............................................73
Hiding Hints and Tips ............................................73
Date and Time.......................................................73
World Clock...........................................................74
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Hiding Hints and Tips
items. If you prefer, you can deactivate this information.
Adjusting Basic Camera Functions
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commonly used functions as desired, for greater convenience.
zzChoose [Hints & Tips], and then choose
[Off].
Silencing Camera Operations
Silence camera sounds and movies as follows.
Other Shooting
Modes
zzChoose [Mute], and then choose [On].
P Mode
Playback Mode
Setting Menu
Accessories
Appendix
Date and Time
Adjust the date and time as follows.
• Operation can also be silenced by holding down the <p> button as you turn
the camera on.
restore sound during movies, press the <o> button. Adjust volume with the
<o><p> buttons, as needed.
zzChoose [Date/Time], and then press the
<m> button.
zzPress the <q><r> buttons to choose
an option, and then press the <o><p>
buttons to adjust the setting.
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Adjusting the Volume
Adjust the volume of individual camera sounds as follows.
zzChoose [Volume], and then press the
<m> button.
zzChoose an item, and then press the
<q><r> buttons to adjust the volume.
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World Clock
Lens Retraction Timing
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Advanced Guide
Camera Basics
Auto Mode
To ensure that your shots will have the correct local date and time when you
travel abroad, simply register the destination in advance and switch to that
time zone. This convenient feature eliminates the need to change the Date/
Time setting manually.
Before using the world clock, be sure to set the date and time and your
The lens is normally retracted for safety about one minute after you press
immediately after you press the <1> button, set the retraction timing to
[0 sec.].
zzChoose [Lens Retract], and then choose
[0 sec.].
Other Shooting
Modes
1 Specify your destination.
zzChoose [Time Zone], and then press the
<m> button.
P Mode
Playback Mode
Setting Menu
Accessories
Appendix
zzPress the <o><p> buttons to choose
[
World], and then press the <m>
button.
Power-Saving Adjustment
Adjust the timing of automatic camera and screen deactivation (Auto Power
zzPress the <q><r> buttons to choose the
destination.
zzTo set daylight saving time (1 hour
ahead), choose [ ] by pressing the
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<o><p> buttons, and then choose [
by pressing the <q><r> buttons.
zzPress the <m> button.
]
zzChoose [Power Saving], and then press
the <m> button.
zzAfter choosing an item, press the
<q><r> buttons to adjust it as needed.
2 Switch to the destination time
zone.
zzPress the <o><p> buttons to choose
[
World], and then press the <n>
button.
• To conserve battery power, you should normally choose [On] for
[Auto Power Down] and [1 min.] or less for [Display Off].
zz[ ] is now shown on the shooting screen
• The [Display Off] setting is applied even if you set [Auto Power Down] to [Off].
• These power-saving functions are not available when you have set Eco mode
].
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Screen Brightness
Adjust screen brightness as follows.
Formatting Memory Cards
Before using a new memory card or a card formatted in another device, you
should format the card with this camera.
Formatting erases all data on a memory card. Before formatting, copy
images on the memory card to a computer, or take other steps to back them
up.
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Camera Basics
Auto Mode
zzChoose [LCD Brightness], and then
press the <q><r> buttons to adjust the
brightness.
formatting an Eye-Fi card, install the software on a computer.
Other Shooting
Modes
1 Access the [Format] screen.
zzChoose [Format], and then press the
<m> button.
P Mode
Playback Mode
Setting Menu
Accessories
Appendix
• For maximum brightness, press and hold the <p> button for at least one
second when the shooting screen is displayed or when in single-image display.
(This will override the [LCD Brightness] setting on the [3] tab.) To restore
the original brightness, press and hold the <p> button again for at least one
second or restart the camera.
2 Choose [OK].
zzPress the <o><p> buttons to choose
[Cancel], press the <q><r> buttons to
choose [OK], and then press the <m>
button.
Hiding the Start-Up Screen
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If you prefer, you can deactivate display of the start-up screen normally
shown when you turn the camera on.
3 Format the memory card.
zzTo begin the formatting process, press
the <o><p> buttons to choose [OK],
and then press the <m> button.
zzWhen formatting is finished, [Memory
card formatting complete] is displayed.
Press the <m> button.
zzChoose [Start-up Image], and then
choose [Off].
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File Numbering
Your shots are automatically numbered in sequential order (0001 – 9999)
and saved in folders that store up to 2,000 images each. You can change
how the camera assigns file numbers.
• Formatting or erasing data on a memory card only changes file
management information on the card and does not erase the data
completely. When transferring or disposing of memory cards, take
steps to protect personal information if necessary, as by physically
destroying cards.
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Camera Basics
Auto Mode
zzChoose [File Numbering], and then
choose an option.
• The total card capacity indicated on the formatting screen may be less than
the advertised capacity.
Other Shooting
Modes
Low-Level Formatting
P Mode
Perform low-level formatting in the following cases: [Memory card error] is
displayed, the camera is not working correctly, card image reading/writing is
slower, continuous shooting is slower, or movie recording suddenly stops.
Low-level formatting erases all data on a memory card. Before low-level
formatting, copy images on the memory card to a computer, or take other
steps to back them up.
Playback Mode
Setting Menu
Accessories
Appendix
Images are numbered consecutively (until the 9999th shot is taken/
saved) even if you switch memory cards.
Continuous
Image numbering is reset to 0001 if you switch memory cards, or
when a new folder is created.
Auto Reset
zzOn the screen in step 2 of “Formatting
<o><p> buttons to choose [Low Level
Format], and then press the <q><r>
buttons to select this option. A [ ] icon is
displayed.
• Regardless of the option selected in this setting, shots may be numbered
consecutively after the last number of existing images on newly inserted
memory cards. To start saving shots from 0001, use an empty (or formatted
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zzFollow steps 2 – 3 in “Formatting Memory
formatting process.
because data is erased from all storage regions of the memory card.
• You can cancel low-level formatting in progress by choosing [Stop]. In this
case, all data will be erased, but the memory card can be used normally.
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Date-Based Image Storage
Instead of saving images in folders created each month, you can have the
camera create folders each day you shoot to store shots taken that day.
Display Language
Change the display language as needed.
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Advanced Guide
Camera Basics
Auto Mode
zzChoose [Language ], and then press
the <m> button.
zzPress the <o><p><q><r> buttons to
choose a language, and then press the
<m> button.
zzChoose [Create Folder], and then choose
[Daily].
zzImages will now be saved in folders
created on the shooting date.
Other Shooting
Modes
P Mode
• You can also access the [Language] screen in Playback mode by pressing and
holding the <m> button and immediately pressing the <n> button.
Playback Mode
Setting Menu
Accessories
Appendix
Checking Certification Logos
Some logos for certification requirements met by the camera can be viewed
on the screen. Other certification logos are printed in this guide, on the
camera packaging, or on the camera body.
Adjusting Other Settings
The following settings can also be adjusted on the [3] tab.
•
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zzChoose [Certification Logo Display], and
then press the <m> button.
•
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Restoring Defaults
If you accidentally change a setting, you can restore default camera
settings.
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Advanced Guide
Camera Basics
Auto Mode
1 Access the [Reset All] screen.
zzChoose [Reset All], and then press the
<m> button.
Other Shooting
Modes
2 Restore default settings.
zzPress the <q><r> buttons to choose
[OK], and then press the <m> button.
zzDefault settings are now restored.
P Mode
Playback Mode
Setting Menu
Accessories
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• The following functions are not restored to default settings.
]
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Auto Mode
Accessories
Enjoy the camera in more ways with optional Canon accessories and other compatible accessories sold separately
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Modes
P Mode
Playback Mode
Setting Menu
Accessories
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System Map ...................................................... 80 Using the Software........................................... 85 Using an Eye-Fi Card....................................... 95
Checking Your Computer Environment.................85
Installing the Software...........................................85
Saving Images to a Computer...............................86
Checking Connection Information.........................95
Disabling Eye-Fi Transfer......................................96
Optional Accessories....................................... 81
Power Supplies .....................................................81
Flash Units ............................................................81
Other Accessories.................................................81
Printers..................................................................82
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Printing Images ................................................ 87
Easy Print..............................................................87
Configuring Print Settings .....................................88
Printing Movie Scenes ..........................................91
Adding Images to the Print List (DPOF)................91
Adding Images to a Photobook.............................93
Using Optional Accessories............................ 83
Playback on a TV..................................................83
Powering the Camera with Household Power.......84
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System Map
Use of genuine Canon accessories is recommended.
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This product is designed to achieve excellent performance when used with genuine
Canon accessories.
Included 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). Please note that this warranty does not apply to
repairs arising out of the malfunction of non-genuine Canon accessories, although you
may request such repairs on a chargeable basis.
Battery Pack
Battery Charger
Wrist Strap
NB-11LH*1/NB-11L
CB-2LF/CB-2LFE*1
Note that availability varies by area, and some accessories may no longer be
available.
Other Shooting
Modes
P Mode
USB Cable (camera end: Mini-B)*2
Playback Mode
Setting Menu
Accessories
Appendix
Memory Card
Card Reader
Cables
Computer
Power
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TV/Video
System
AV Cable AVC-DC400
Flash Unit
Canon-Brand PictBridge-
Compatible Printers
AC Adapter Kit
ACK-DC90
High-Power Flash
HF-DC2*3
*1Also available for purchase separately.
*2A genuine Canon accessory is also available (Interface Cable IFC-400PCU).
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ELPH 160
IXUS 160
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Optional Accessories
The following camera accessories are sold separately. Note that availability
varies by area, and some accessories may no longer be available.
• The battery charger and AC adapter kit can be used in areas with
100 – 240 V AC power (50/60 Hz).
• For power outlets in a different format, use a commercially available
adapter for the plug. Never use an electrical transformer designed
for traveling, which may damage the battery pack.
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Auto Mode
Power Supplies
Battery Pack NB-11LH
zzRechargeable lithium-ion battery
Flash Units
Other Shooting
Modes
High-Power Flash HF-DC2
zzExternal flash for illuminating subjects
that are out of range of the built-in flash.
Battery Charger CB-2LF/CB-2LFE
zzCharger for Battery Pack NB-11LH and
NB-11L.
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IXUS 165
ELPH 160
IXUS 160
• The battery pack includes a convenient cover which you can attach to know
the charging status at a glance. Attach the cover so that is visible on a
charged battery pack, and attach it so that is not visible on an uncharged
battery pack.
• Battery Pack NB-11L is also supported.
• Battery Charger CB-2LD and CB-2LDE are also supported.
zzHigh-Power Flash HF-DC1 can also be
used.
Other Accessories
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Interface Cable IFC-400PCU
zzFor connecting the camera to a computer
or printer.
AC Adapter Kit ACK-DC90
zzFor powering the camera using
household power. Recommended when
using the camera over extended periods,
or when connecting the camera to a
printer or computer. Cannot be used to
charge the battery pack in the camera.
AV Cable AVC-DC400
zzConnect the camera to a TV to enjoy
playback on the larger TV screen.
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Printers
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Auto Mode
Canon-Brand PictBridge-
Compatible Printers
zzPrinting images without a computer is
possible by connecting the camera to
a Canon-brand PictBridge-compatible
printer.
Other Shooting
Modes
For details, visit your nearest Canon
retailer.
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Still Images
Movies
Movies
3 Turn the TV on and switch to
video input.
zzSwitch the TV input to the video input you
connected the cable to in step 2.
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Auto Mode
Using Optional Accessories
Still Images
Playback on a TV
Connecting the camera to a TV with the AV Cable AVC-DC400 (sold
separately) enables you to view your shots on the larger screen of the TV
as you control the camera.
4 Turn the camera on.
zzPress the <1> button to turn the camera
on.
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Modes
zzImages from the camera are now
displayed on the TV. (Nothing is
displayed on the camera screen.)
zzWhen finished, turn off the camera and
TV before disconnecting the cable.
For details on connection or how to switch inputs, refer to the TV manual.
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Playback Mode
Setting Menu
Accessories
Appendix
• Correct display is not possible unless the camera video output
format (NTSC or PAL) matches the TV format. To change the
video output format, press the <n> button and choose [Video
System] on the [3] tab.
1 Make sure the camera and TV
are off.
Black or white
2 Connect the camera to the TV.
Yellow
zzOn the TV, insert the cable plugs fully into
the video inputs as shown.
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Yellow
Black
zzOn the camera, open the terminal cover
and insert the cable plug fully into the
camera terminal.
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Movies
zzMake sure the coupler cable passes
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Auto Mode
Powering the Camera with Household Power
Powering the camera with AC Adapter Kit ACK-DC90 (sold separately)
eliminates the need to monitor the remaining battery level.
through the port.
1 Make sure the camera is off.
Coupler Cable Port
2 Open the cover.
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Modes
4 Close the cover.
zzFollow step 1 in “Inserting the Battery
open the memory card/battery cover, and
then open the coupler cable port cover
as shown.
zzLower the cover ( ) and hold it down as
you slide it, until it clicks into the closed
position ( ).
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5 Connect the power cord.
zzInsert the adapter plug into the end of the
coupler cable.
3 Insert the coupler.
zzInsert the coupler facing the direction
shown, just as you would a battery pack
(following step 2 in “Inserting the Battery
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zzInsert one end of the power cord into the
compact power adapter, and then plug
the other end into a power outlet.
zzTurn the camera on and use it as desired.
zzWhen finished, turn the camera off and
unplug the power cord from the outlet.
• Do not disconnect the adapter or unplug the power cord while
the camera is still on. This may erase your shots or damage the
camera.
Terminals
• Do not attach the adapter or adapter cord to other objects. Doing so
could result in malfunction or damage to the product.
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Using the Software
To utilize the features of the following software, download the software from
the Canon website and install it on your computer.
2 Install the files.
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zzClick [Easy Installation] and follow the
on-screen instructions to complete the
installation process. Installation may
take some time, depending on computer
performance and the Internet connection.
zzClick [Finish] or [Restart] on the screen
after installation.
•
CameraWindow
- Import images to your computer
• To view and edit images on a computer, use preinstalled or commonly
available software compatible with images captured by the camera.
Other Shooting
Modes
• Internet access is required, and any ISP account charges and
access fees must be paid separately.
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Checking Your Computer Environment
The software can be used on the following computers. For detailed system
requirements and compatibility information, including support in new
operating systems, visit the Canon website.
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• To uninstall the software, follow these steps.
- Windows: Select [Start] menu ► [All Programs] ► [Canon Utilities], and then
choose the software for uninstallation.
•
•
•
•
Windows 8/8.1
Windows 7 SP1
Mac OS X 10.9
Mac OS X 10.8
- Mac OS: In the [Canon Utilities] folder within the [Applications] folder, drag
the folder of the software for uninstallation to the Trash, and then empty the
Trash.
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Installing the Software
Windows 7 and Mac OS X 10.8 are used here for the sake of illustration.
1 Download the software.
zzWith a computer connected to the
Internet, access http://www.canon.com/
icpd/.
zzAccess the site for your country or region.
zzDownload the software.
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Saving Images to a Computer
Using a USB cable (sold separately; camera end: Mini-B), you can connect
the camera to the computer and save images to the computer.
zzChoose [Downloads Images From Canon
Camera] and then click [OK].
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1 Connect the camera to the
computer.
zzWith the camera turned off, open the
cover ( ). With the smaller plug of the
USB cable in the orientation shown,
insert the plug fully into the camera
terminal ( ).
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Modes
zzDouble-click [
].
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3 Save the images to the
computer.
zzClick [Import Images from Camera], and
then click [Import Untransferred Images].
zzImages are now saved to the Pictures
folder on the computer, in separate
folders named by date.
zzInsert the larger plug of the USB cable
in the computer’s USB port. For details
about USB connections on the computer,
refer to the computer user manual.
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zzAfter images are saved, close
CameraWindow, press the <1> button
to turn the camera off, and unplug the
cable.
2 Turn the camera on to access
CameraWindow.
zzPress the <1> button to turn the camera
on.
zzTo view images you save to a computer,
use preinstalled or commonly available
software compatible with images captured
by the camera.
zzMac OS: CameraWindow is displayed
when a connection is established
between the camera and computer.
zzWindows: Follow the steps introduced
below.
zzIn the screen that displays, click the [
]
link to modify the program.
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Movies
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• Windows 7: If the screen in step 2 is not displayed, click the [ ] icon in the
taskbar.
• Mac OS: If CameraWindow is not displayed after step 2, click the
[CameraWindow] icon in the Dock.
• Although you can save images to a computer simply by connecting your
camera to the computer without using the software, the following limitations
apply.
Printing Images
Your shots can easily be printed by connecting the camera to a printer. On
the camera, you can specify images to set up batch printing, prepare orders
for photo development services, and prepare orders or print images for
photobooks.
A Canon SELPHY CP series compact photo printer is used here for the
sake of illustration. Screens displayed and available functions vary by
printer. Also refer to the printer manual for additional information.
- It may take a few minutes after you connect the camera to the computer until
camera images are accessible.
Other Shooting
Modes
- Images shot in vertical orientation may be saved in horizontal orientation.
- Image protection settings may be cleared from images saved to a computer.
P Mode
Still Images
- Some problems may occur when saving images or image information,
depending on the operating system version, the software in use, or image
file sizes.
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Easy Print
Easily print your shots by connecting the camera to a PictBridge-compatible
printer (sold separately) with the USB cable.
1 Make sure the camera and
printer are off.
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2 Connect the camera to the
printer.
zzOpen the cover. Holding the smaller
cable plug in the orientation shown, insert
the plug fully into the camera terminal.
zzConnect the larger cable plug to the
printer. For other connection details, refer
to the printer manual.
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3 Turn the printer on.
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Configuring Print Settings
4 Turn the camera on.
zzPress the <1> button to turn the camera
1 Access the printing screen.
on.
zzFollow steps 1 – 6 in “Easy Print”
at left.
5 Choose an image.
zzPress the <q><r> buttons to choose an
image.
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Modes
2 Configure the settings.
zzPress the <o><p> buttons to choose an
item, and then press the <q><r> buttons
to choose an option.
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6 Access the printing screen.
m
zzPress the < > button, choose [c], and
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press the < > button again.
m
Default
Date
Matches current printer settings.
Prints images with the date added.
Prints images with the file number added.
Prints images with both the date and file number added.
–
File No.
Both
Off
7 Print the image.
Default
Off
Matches current printer settings.
–
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zzPress the <o><p> buttons to choose
[Print], and then press the <m> button.
zzPrinting now begins.
Uses information from the time of shooting to print under
optimal settings.
On
zzTo print other images, repeat the above
procedures starting from step 5 after
printing is finished.
Red-Eye 1 Corrects red-eye.
No. of Copies Choose the number of copies to print.
–
Cropping
zzWhen you are finished printing, turn the
camera and printer off and disconnect
the cable.
Paper
Settings
Specify the paper size, layout, and other details
–
• For Canon-brand PictBridge-compatible printers (sold separately), see
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Still Images
• Cropping may not be possible at small image sizes, or at some
aspect ratios.
• Dates may not be printed correctly if you crop images shot with
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Auto Mode
Cropping Images before Printing
By cropping images before printing, you can print a desired image area
instead of the entire image.
[Date Stamp
] selected.
Still Images
1 Choose [Cropping].
zzAfter following step 1 in “Configuring Print
screen, choose [Cropping] and press the
<m> button.
Choosing Paper Size and Layout before Printing
Other Shooting
Modes
1 Choose [Paper Settings].
zzAfter following step 1 in “Configuring Print
screen, choose [Paper Settings] and
press the <m> button.
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zzA cropping frame is now displayed,
indicating the image area to print.
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2 Adjust the cropping frame as
needed.
zzTo resize the frame, move the zoom
lever.
2 Choose a paper size.
zzPress the <o><p> buttons to choose an
option, and then press the <m> button.
zzTo move the frame, press the
<o><p><q><r> buttons.
zzTo rotate the frame, press the <m>
button.
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zzPress the <n> button, press the
<o><p> buttons to choose [OK], and
then press the <m> button.
3 Choose a type of paper.
zzPress the <o><p> buttons to choose an
option, and then press the <m> button.
3 Print the image.
to print.
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4 Choose a layout.
zzPress the <o><p> buttons to choose
an option.
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Auto Mode
Printing ID Photos
1 Choose [ID Photo].
zzWhen choosing [N-up], press the
<q><r> buttons to specify the number of
images per sheet.
zzFollowing steps 1 – 4 in “Choosing Paper
<m> button.
zzPress the <m> button.
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Modes
5 Print the image.
2 Choose the long and short side
length.
zzPress the <o><p> buttons to choose
an item. Choose the length by pressing
the <q><r> buttons, and then press the
<m> button.
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Available Layout Options
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Default
Matches current printer settings.
Bordered
Borderless
N-up
Prints with blank space around the image.
Borderless, edge-to-edge printing.
Choose how many images to print per sheet.
Prints images for identification purposes.
Only available for images with a resolution of L.
3 Choose the printing area.
zzFollow step 2 in “Cropping Images before
area.
ID Photo
Choose the print size.
Choose from 3.5 x 5 in., postcard, or wide-format prints.
Fixed Size
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4 Print the image.
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Movies
Still Images
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Auto Mode
Printing Movie Scenes
Adding Images to the Print List (DPOF)
service can be set up on the camera. Choose up to 998 images on a
memory card and configure relevant settings, such as the number of copies,
as follows. The printing information you prepare this way will conform to
DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) standards.
1 Access the printing screen.
zzFollow steps 1 – 6 in “Easy Print”
screen at left is displayed.
Other Shooting
Modes
Still Images
2 Choose a printing method.
zzPress the <o><p> buttons to choose
Configuring Print Settings
P Mode
[
], and then press the <q><r> buttons
Specify the printing format, whether to add the date or file number, and
other settings as follows. These settings apply to all images in the print list.
to choose the printing method.
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3 Print the image.
zzPress the <n> button, and then
choose [Print Settings] on the [2] tab.
Choose and configure items as desired
Movie Printing Options
Single
Prints the current scene as a still image.
Prints a series of scenes, a certain interval apart, on a single sheet of
paper. You can also print the folder number, file number, and elapsed
time for the frame by setting [Caption] to [On].
Sequence
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One image is printed per sheet.
• To cancel printing in progress, press the <m> button.
Smaller versions of multiple images are printed
per sheet.
• [ID Photo] and [Sequence] cannot be chosen on Canon-brand PictBridge-
Print Type
compatible printers from CP720/CP730 and earlier models.
Both
On
Both standard and index formats are printed.
Images are printed with the shooting date.
–
Date
Off
On
Images are printed with the file number.
File No.
–
Off
All image print list settings are cleared after
printing.
On
Off
Clear DPOF
data
–
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2 Choose an image.
• Not all of your DPOF settings may be applied in printing by the
printer or photo development service, in some cases.
• [ ] may be displayed on the camera to warn you that the memory
card has print settings that were configured on another camera.
Changing the print settings using this camera may overwrite all
previous settings.
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zzPress the <q><r> buttons to choose an
image, and then press the <m> button.
zzYou can now specify the number of
copies.
zzIf you specify index printing for the image,
it is labeled with a [ ] icon. To cancel
index printing for the image, press the
<m> button again. [ ] is no longer
displayed.
• Setting [Date] to [On] may cause some printers to print the date
twice.
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Modes
• Specifying [Index] will prevent you from choosing [On] for both [Date] and [File
No.] at the same time.
P Mode
3 Specify the number of prints.
zzPress the <o><p> buttons to specify
the number of prints (up to 99).
• Index printing is not available on some Canon-brand PictBridge-compatible
printers (sold separately).
• The date is printed in a format matching setting details in [Date/Time] on the
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zzTo set up printing for other images and
specify the number of prints, repeat steps
2 – 3.
Still Images
zzPrinting quantity cannot be specified for
index prints. You can only choose which
images to print, by following step 2.
zzWhen finished, press the <n> button
to return to the menu screen.
Setting Up Printing for Individual Images
1 Choose [Select Images & Qty.].
zzPress the <n> button, choose
[Select Images & Qty.] on the [2] tab,
and then press the <m> button.
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Setting Up Printing for All Images
zzFollowing step 1 in “Setting Up Printing
[Select All Images] and press the <m>
button.
zzPress the <q><r> buttons to choose
[OK], and then press the <m> button.
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Still Images
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Auto Mode
Adding Images to a Photobook
Clearing All Images from the Print List
Photobooks can be set up on the camera by choosing up to 998 images
on a memory card and importing them into the software on your computer,
where they are stored in their own folder. This is convenient when ordering
printed photobooks online or printing photobooks with your own printer.
zzFollowing step 1 in “Setting Up Printing
[Clear All Selections] and press the <m>
button.
zzPress the <q><r> buttons to choose
[OK], and then press the <m> button.
Other Shooting
Modes
Choosing a Selection Method
zzPress the <n> button, choose
[Photobook Set-up] on the [1] tab, and
then choose how you will select images.
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Printing Images Added to the Print List (DPOF)
zzWhen images have been added to the
at left is displayed after you connect
the camera to a PictBridge-compatible
printer. Press the <o><p> buttons to
choose [Print now], and then simply press
the <m> button to print the images in the
print list.
• [ ] may be displayed on the camera to warn you that the memory
card has print settings that were configured on another camera.
Changing the print settings using this camera may overwrite all
previous settings.
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zzAny DPOF print job that you temporarily
stop will be resumed from the next image.
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Still Images
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Auto Mode
Adding Images Individually
Removing All Images from a Photobook
1 Choose [Select].
[Clear All Selections] and press the <m>
button.
[Select] and press the <m> button.
zzPress the <q><r> buttons to choose
[OK], and then press the <m> button.
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Modes
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2 Choose an image.
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zzPress the <q><r> buttons to choose an
image, and then press the <m> button.
zz[ ] is displayed.
zzTo remove the image from the photobook,
press the <m> button again. [ ] is no
longer displayed.
zzRepeat this process to specify other
images.
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zzWhen finished, press the <n> button
to return to the menu screen.
Still Images
Adding All Images to a Photobook
[Select All Images] and press the <m>
button.
zzPress the <q><r> buttons to choose
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Movies
Connection status of Eye-Fi cards in the camera can be checked on the
shooting screen (in regular information display mode) or playback screen (in
simple information display mode).
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Auto Mode
Using an Eye-Fi Card
Before using an Eye-Fi card, always confirm that local use is permitted.
(Gray)
Not connected
Interrupted
Inserting a prepared Eye-Fi card enables automatic wireless transfer of
images to a computer or uploading to a photo-sharing website.
Images are transferred by the Eye-Fi card. Refer to the card’s user manual
or contact the manufacturer for instructions on preparing and using cards or
resolving transfer problems.
(Blinking white) Connecting
Not communicating
2
(White)
Connected
Error acquiring Eye-Fi card information*
1
Other Shooting
Modes
(Animated)
Transfer in progress*
*2Restart the camera. Repeated display of this icon may indicate a problem with the
card.
P Mode
• When using an Eye-Fi card, keep the following points in mind.
- Cards may continue to transmit radio waves even when [Eye-Fi
entering hospitals, aircraft, or other areas where transmission is
prohibited.
- When troubleshooting image transfer issues, check the card and
computer settings. For details, refer to the card’s user manual.
- Poor Eye-Fi connections may cause image transfer to take a long
time, and transfer may be interrupted in some cases.
- Eye-Fi cards may become hot, due to their transfer functions.
- Battery power will be consumed faster than in normal use.
- Camera operation may become sluggish. To resolve this, try
setting [Eye-Fi trans.] to [Disable].
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Images labeled with a [ ] icon have been transferred.
Checking Connection Information
Check the access point SSID used by the Eye-Fi card or the connection
status, as needed.
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zzPress the <n> button, choose
[Eye-Fi Settings] on the [3] tab, and then
press the <m> button.
zzChoose [Connection info], and then press
the <m> button.
zzThe connection information screen is
displayed.
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Disabling Eye-Fi Transfer
Configure the setting as follows to disable Eye-Fi transfer by the card, if
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necessary.
zzPress the <n> button, choose
[Eye-Fi Settings] on the [3] tab, and then
press the <m> button.
zzChoose [Eye-Fi trans.], and then choose
[Disable].
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Modes
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• [Eye-Fi Settings] is not shown unless an Eye-Fi card is in the
camera with its write-protect tab in the unlocked position. For this
reason, you cannot change settings for an inserted Eye-Fi card if
the write-protect tab is in the locked position.
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Helpful information when using the camera
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Troubleshooting............................................... 98 Functions and Menu Tables.......................... 104 2Print Tab Menu...............................................109
Playback Mode FUNC. Menu..............................109
Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode.......104
FUNC. Menu .......................................................105 Handling Precautions .................................... 110
4Shooting Tab Menu........................................107
3Set Up Tab Menu ...........................................109
On-Screen Messages..................................... 100
On-Screen Information .................................. 102
Shooting (Information Display)............................102
Playback (Detailed Information Display) .............103
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Specifications................................................. 110
1Playback Tab Menu .......................................109
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Strange display on the screen when shooting.
Note that the following display problems are not recorded in still images but are
recorded in movies.
Troubleshooting
If you think there is a problem with the camera, first check the following.
If the items below do not solve your problem, contact a Canon Customer
Support Help Desk.
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• The screen may darken under bright light.
• The screen may flicker under fluorescent or LED lighting.
Power
• Purplish banding may appear on the screen if you compose a shot that includes a
bright light source.
Nothing happens when the power button is pressed.
Other Shooting
Modes
No date stamp is added to images.
• Dirty battery terminals reduce battery performance. Try cleaning the terminals with a
cotton swab and reinserting the battery pack a few times.
• Configure the [Date Stamp
added to images automatically, merely because you have configured the [Date/Time]
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The battery pack runs out of power quickly.
• Battery performance decreases at low temperatures. Try warming the battery pack a
little by putting it in your pocket, for example, ensuring that the terminals do not touch
any metal objects.
[h] flashes on the screen when the shutter button is pressed, and
[
• If these measures do not help and the battery pack still runs out of power soon after
charging, it has reached the end of its life. Purchase a new battery pack.
• Mount the camera on a tripod or take other measures to keep it still.
The lens is not retracted.
• Do not open the memory card/battery cover while the camera is on. Close the cover,
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The battery pack is swollen.
• Battery swelling is normal and does not pose any safety concerns. However, if
battery swelling prevents the battery pack from fitting in the camera, contact a Canon
Customer Support Help Desk.
Shots are out of focus.
• Press the shutter button halfway to focus on subjects before pressing it all the way
Display on a TV
• Confirm that unneeded functions such as macro are deactivated.
Shooting
Cannot shoot.
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No AF frames are displayed and the camera does not focus when the
shutter button is pressed halfway.
• To have AF frames displayed and the camera focus correctly, try composing the
shot with higher-contrast subject areas centered before you press the shutter button
halfway. Otherwise, try pressing the shutter button halfway repeatedly.
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in flash shots. Note that while the red-eye reduction lamp is on (for about one
second), it is not possible to shoot, because the lamp is counteracting red-eye. For
best results, have subjects look at the red-eye reduction lamp. Also try increasing the
lighting in indoor scenes and shooting at closer range.
Subjects in shots look too dark.
Recording to the memory card takes too long, or continuous shooting
is slower.
Other Shooting
Modes
P Mode
Shooting settings or FUNC. menu settings are not available.
• Available setting items vary by shooting mode. Refer to “Functions Available in Each
Subjects look too bright, highlights are washed-out.
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The elapsed time shown is incorrect, or recording is interrupted.
• Reduce the lighting on subjects.
• Use the camera to format the memory card, or switch to a card that supports high-
speed recording. Note that even if the elapsed time display is incorrect, the length
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Subjects in flash shots look too bright, highlights are washed-out.
[
] is displayed and shooting stops automatically.
The camera’s internal memory buffer filled up as the camera could not record to the
memory card quickly enough. Try one of the following measures.
White dots or similar image artifacts appear in flash shots.
• This is caused by light from the flash reflecting off dust or airborne particles.
Shots look grainy.
Playback
Playback is not possible.
• Image or movie playback may not be possible if a computer is used to rename files or
alter the folder structure.
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Playback stops, or audio skips.
• Switch to a memory card that you have performed low-level formatting on with the
On-Screen Messages
If an error message is displayed, respond as follows.
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Auto Mode
• There may be brief interruptions when playing movies copied to memory cards that
have slow read speeds.
No memory card
• The memory card may be inserted facing the wrong way. Reinsert the memory card
• When movies are played on a computer, frames may be dropped and audio may skip
if computer performance is inadequate.
Memory card locked
• The write-protect tab of the memory card is set to the locked position. Switch the
Sound is not played during movies.
the movie is faint.
Other Shooting
Modes
Cannot record!
P Mode
Memory Card
• Shooting was attempted without a memory card in the camera. To shoot, insert a
The memory card is not recognized.
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• If the same error message is displayed even after you have formatted a supported
a Canon Customer Support Help Desk.
Computer
Cannot transfer images to a computer.
When attempting to transfer images to the computer via a cable, try reducing the
transfer speed as follows.
Insufficient space on card
• Press the <1> button to enter Playback mode. Hold the <n> button down as
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you press the <o> and < > buttons at the same time. On the next screen, press
the <q><r> buttons to choose [B], and then press the <m> button.
Eye-Fi Cards
No Image.
• The memory card does not contain any images that can be displayed.
Unidentified Image/Incompatible JPEG/Image too large./Cannot play
back MOV/Cannot play back MP4
• Unsupported or corrupt images cannot be displayed.
• It may not be possible to display images that were edited or renamed on a computer,
or images shot with another camera.
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Cannot magnify!/Cannot rotate/Cannot modify image/Cannot modify/
Cannot assign to category/Unselectable image.
• The following functions may be unavailable for images that were renamed or already
edited on a computer, or images shot with another camera. Note that starred (*)
functions are not available for movies.
File Error
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images that have been altered using computer software, even if the camera is
connected to the printer.
Print error
setting is correct, restart the printer and complete the setting on the camera again.
Exceeded selection limit
Ink absorber full
• Contact a Canon Customer Support Help Desk to request assistance with ink
absorber replacement.
Other Shooting
Modes
(=
93). Choose 998 images or less.
correctly. Reduce the number of selected images and try again.
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Naming error!
• The folder could not be created or images could not be recorded, because the highest
supported folder number (999) for storing images on the card has been reached and
the highest supported image number (9999) for images in folders has been reached.
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• This error may occur if the lens is held while it is moving, or when the camera is used
in dusty or sandy locations.
• Frequent display of this error message may indicate camera damage. In this case,
contact a Canon Customer Support Help Desk.
A camera error was detected (error number)
• If this error message is displayed immediately after a shot, the image may not have
been saved. Switch to Playback mode to check for the image.
• Frequent display of this error message may indicate camera damage. In this case,
write down the error number (Exx) and contact a Canon Customer Support Help
Desk.
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Date stamp
Shutter speed
Aperture value
Exposure
compensation level
Blink detection
Image stabilization
On-Screen Information
Shooting (Information Display)
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Auto Mode
Other Shooting
Modes
Battery Level
An on-screen icon or message indicates the battery charge level.
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Details
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Sufficient charge
Slightly depleted, but sufficient
Nearly depleted—charge the battery pack soon
Depleted—charge the battery pack immediately
(Blinking red)
[Charge the battery]
Battery level
White balance
Drive mode
Recordable shots
Movie quality
Remaining time
Focusing range
Index
ELPH 170 IS
IXUS 170
IXUS 165
IS mode icon
Eco mode
Camera shake
Digital zoom
magnification
Shooting mode
Metering method
Eye-Fi connection
Spot AE point frame
Flash mode
Red-eye correction
102
Before Use
Playback (Detailed Information Display)
• Some information may not be displayed when viewing images on a TV
Basic Guide
Advanced Guide
Camera Basics
Auto Mode
Exit
Play
Other Shooting
Modes
Slow Motion (Press the <q><r> buttons to adjust the playback speed. No
sound is played.)
Skip Backward* (To continue skipping backward, keep holding down the <m>
button.)
P Mode
Playback Mode
Setting Menu
Accessories
Appendix
Previous Frame (For fast-rewind, keep holding down the <m> button.)
Next Frame (For fast-forward, keep holding down the <m> button.)
Skip Forward* (To continue skipping forward, keep holding down the <m>
button.)
Movies
Shooting mode
ISO speed
Exposure
compensation level
White balance
Image editing
Resolution
(movies)
Transferred via
Battery level
Metering method
Folder number - File
Current image no. /
Total no. of images
Shutter speed (still
images), Image
Aperture value
Focusing range
File size
Still images:
Movies: Playback
Red-eye correction
i-Contrast
Shooting date/time
Shown when the camera is connected to a PictBridge-compatible printer
c
* Displays the frame approx. 4 sec. before or after the current frame.
Index
• To skip forward or back during movie playback, press the <q><r> buttons.
quality / Frame rate
103
Before Use
Functions and Menu Tables
Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode
Basic Guide
Advanced Guide
Camera Basics
Auto Mode
Shooting Mode
1
*
G
I
P t N
Function
–
–
–
O
–
O
–
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
–
O
O
O
–
O
O
–
O
–
O
O
–
O
O
–
O
O
–
O
O
–
O
O
–
O
O
–
O
O
–
Other Shooting
Modes
–
–
h
Z
!
2
–
–
*
P Mode
O
–
O
–
O
–
O
–
O
–
O
–
O
–
O
–
O
–
O
–
O
–
O
–
O
–
O
–
Playback Mode
Setting Menu
Accessories
Appendix
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
O
O
O
O
On/Off
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
No Information Display
Information Display
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
–
O
Available or set automatically. Not available.
*1 Available only for
*2 Not available, but switches to [Z] in some cases.
*3 FE lock not available in [!] flash mode.
.
ELPH 160
IXUS 160
Index
104
Before Use
FUNC. Menu
Basic Guide
Advanced Guide
Camera Basics
Auto Mode
Shooting Mode
1
*
G
I
P t N
Function
O
–
O
O
O
–
O
O
–
O
–
O
–
O
–
O
–
O
–
O
–
O
–
O
–
O
–
O
–
O
–
–
Other Shooting
Modes
O
–
O
O
O
–
O
O
O
–
O
O
O
O
O
–
O
–
O
–
O
–
O
–
O
–
O
–
O
–
O
O
P Mode
–
O
–
AUTO
O
–
O
O
O
O
–
O
–
O
–
O
–
O
–
O
–
O
–
O
–
O
–
O
–
O
–
O
–
O
–
Playback Mode
Setting Menu
Accessories
Appendix
100, 200, 400, 800, 1600
2
–
–
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
*
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
–
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
][$
3
–
–
Delay*
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
Index
4
Shots*
O
–
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
–
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
–
O
O
eu
5
O
O
O
O
O
–
O
O
O
–
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
–
*
5
*
–
O
Available or set automatically. Not available.
*1 Available only for
*2 Settings [Dark - Light].
.
ELPH 160
IXUS 160
*3 Cannot be set to 0 seconds in modes without selection of the number of shots.
*4 One shot (cannot be modified) in modes without selection of the number of shots.
105
Before Use
Shooting Mode
Basic Guide
Advanced Guide
Camera Basics
Auto Mode
1
*
G
I
P t N
Function
–
–
–
O
O
–
O
O
–
O
–
O
O
–
O
O
–
O
–
O
–
O
–
O
–
O
–
O
–
O
O
–
O
O
–
O
O
–
–
O
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
O
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
Other Shooting
Modes
2
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
*
–
O
Available or set automatically. Not available.
*1 Available only for
.
ELPH 160
IXUS 160
P Mode
Playback Mode
Setting Menu
Accessories
Appendix
Index
106
Before Use
4Shooting Tab Menu
Basic Guide
Advanced Guide
Camera Basics
Auto Mode
Shooting Mode
1
*
G
I
P t N
Function
Face AiAF
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
O
–
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
–
O
O
O
O
–
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
Tracking AF
O
O
–
–
Center
O
O
O
Other Shooting
Modes
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
On
O
–
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
P Mode
Off
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
On
Playback Mode
Setting Menu
Accessories
Appendix
–
–
–
–
–
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
Off
O
O
O
O
O
On
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
2
Off
O
O
O
O
O
O
*
–
–
On
O
–
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
–
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
Index
Off
O
O
)
Lamp Setting (=
–
On
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
Off
O
)
Red-Eye Corr. (=
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
On
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
Off
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
Auto
O
–
O
O
O
–
Off
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
–
O
Available or set automatically. Not available.
*1 Available only for
.
ELPH 160
IXUS 160
*2 [On] when subject movement is detected.
107
Before Use
Shooting Mode
Basic Guide
Advanced Guide
Camera Basics
Auto Mode
1
*
G
I
P t N
Function
)
Review image after shooting (=
Display Time
Off/Quick/2 sec./4 sec./8 sec./Hold
O
O
–
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
Off
O
O
Display Info
Detailed
)
Blink Detection (=
On
Other Shooting
Modes
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
Off
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
P Mode
–
On
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
Playback Mode
Setting Menu
Accessories
Appendix
Off
O
–
–
–
–
Off/Continuous
O
–
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
–
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
IS Mode
Shoot Only
1
2
O
O
Dynamic IS
O
Date Stamp
Off
Index
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
–
O
O
O
O
O
–
O
–
O
–
O
–
O
–
O
–
O
–
O
O
O
O
O
O
Date / Date & Time
–
O
Available or set automatically. Not available.
*1 Available only for
*2 Available only for
.
ELPH 160
ELPH 170 IS
IXUS 160
IXUS 170
.
IXUS 165
108
Before Use
3Set Up Tab Menu
2Print Tab Menu
Basic Guide
Advanced Guide
Camera Basics
Auto Mode
Item
Ref. Page
Item
Ref. Page
Item
Ref. Page
Item
Clear All Selections
Print Settings
Ref. Page
–
Mute
Format
Print
Volume
File Numbering
Create Folder
Select Images & Qty.
Select All Images
Hints & Tips
Date/Time
Video System
Other Shooting
Modes
Time Zone
Lens Retract
Eye-Fi Settings
Certification Logo Display
Language
Playback Mode FUNC. Menu
P Mode
Power Saving
Item
Ref. Page
Item
Play Movie
Ref. Page
LCD Brightness
Start-up Image
Reset All
Playback Mode
Setting Menu
Accessories
Appendix
Rotate
Protect
Print
Image Search
Slideshow
1Playback Tab Menu
Item
Ref. Page
Item
Red-Eye Correction
Resize
Ref. Page
Index
Slideshow
Erase
Protect
Rotate
Transition
Auto Rotate
Resume
Photobook Set-up
i-Contrast
109
Before Use
Handling Precautions
The camera is a high-precision electronic device. Avoid dropping it or
subjecting it to strong impact.
Specifications
Basic Guide
Advanced Guide
Camera Basics
Auto Mode
•
•
Camera Effective
Pixels (Max.)
Approx. 20 million pixels
Never bring the camera near magnets, motors, or other devices that
generate strong electromagnetic fields, which may cause malfunction or
erase image data.
ELPH 170 IS
IXUS 170
12x zoom: 4.5 (W) – 54.0 (T) mm
(35mm film equivalent: 25 (W) – 300 (T) mm)
Lens Focal Length
IXUS 165
ELPH 160
IXUS 160
•
•
•
•
If water droplets or dirt adheres to the camera or screen, wipe with a dry
soft cloth, such as an eyeglass cloth. Do not rub hard or apply force.
Other Shooting
Modes
8x zoom: 5.0 (W) – 40.0 (T) mm
(35mm film equivalent: 28 (W) – 224 (T) mm)
Never use cleaners containing organic solvents to clean the camera or
screen.
P Mode
2.7-type color TFT LCD
Effective Pixels: Approx. 230,000 dots
LCD Monitor
Playback Mode
Setting Menu
Accessories
Appendix
Use a blower brush to remove dust from the lens. If cleaning is difficult,
contact a Canon Customer Support Help Desk.
Design rule for Camera File system, DPOF (version 1.1)
compliant
File Format
Still Images: Exif 2.3 (JPEG)
Movies: MOV (Video: H.264/MPEG-4 AVC; Audio: Linear PCM
(monaural))
To prevent condensation from forming on the camera after sudden
temperature changes (when the camera is transferred from cold to warm
environments), put the camera in an airtight, resealable plastic bag and
let it gradually adjust to the temperature before removing it from the bag.
Data Type
Hi-speed USB
Analog audio output (monaural)
Analog video output (NTSC/PAL)
Interface
•
•
If condensation does form on the camera, stop using it immediately.
Continuing to use the camera in this state may damage it. Remove
the battery pack and memory card, and wait until the moisture has
evaporated before resuming use.
Index
Battery Pack NB-11LH/NB-11L
AC Adapter Kit ACK-DC90
Power Source
ELPH 170 IS
IXUS 170
Before long-term battery storage, use up the battery pack’s remaining
charge, remove it from the camera, and store it in a plastic bag or similar
container. Storing a partially charged battery pack over extended periods
(about a year) may shorten its life or affect performance.
99.6 x 57.6 x 22.6 mm (3.92 x 2.27 x 0.89 in.)
Dimensions (Based
on CIPA Guidelines)
IXUS 165
ELPH 160
IXUS 160
95.2 x 54.3 x 22.1 mm (3.75 x 2.14 x 0.87 in.)
110
Before Use
ELPH 170 IS
IXUS 170
Number of Shots/Recording Time, Playback Time
Basic Guide
Advanced Guide
Camera Basics
Auto Mode
Approx. 141 g (approx. 4.97 oz.; including the battery pack
and memory card)
ELPH 170 IS
IXUS 170
Number of Shots
Approx. 200
Approx. 255
Approx. 124 g (approx. 4.37 oz.; camera body only)
IXUS 165
Eco Mode On
Movie Recording Time*1
Continuous
Shooting*2
Playback Time
Weight (Based on
CIPA Guidelines)
Approx. 128 g (approx. 4.52 oz.; including the battery pack
and memory card)
Approx. 55 minutes
Approx. 112 g (approx. 3.95 oz.; camera body only)
Approx. 1 hour, 45 minutes
Approx. 5 hours
ELPH 160
IXUS 160
Other Shooting
Modes
Approx. 127 g (approx. 4.48 oz.; including the battery pack
and memory card)
*1Time under default camera settings, when normal operations are performed, such as
shooting, pausing, turning the camera on and off, and zooming.
*2Time available when shooting the maximum movie length (until recording stops
automatically) repeatedly.
• The number of shots that can be taken is based on measurement guidelines of the
Camera & Imaging Products Association (CIPA).
• Under some shooting conditions, the number of shots and recording time may be less
than mentioned above.
• Number of shots/time with a fully charged battery pack.
P Mode
Approx. 111 g (approx. 3.92 oz.; camera body only)
Playback Mode
Setting Menu
Accessories
Appendix
Digital Zoom Focal Length (35mm equivalent)
ELPH 170 IS
IXUS 170
25 – 1200 mm
IXUS 165
ELPH 160
IXUS 160
28 – 896 mm
IXUS 165
•
Represents the combined focal length of optical and digital zoom.
Number of Shots
Eco Mode On
Movie Recording Time*1
Continuous
Shooting*2
Playback Time
Approx. 200
Approx. 260
Index
Approx. 50 minutes
Approx. 1 hour, 40 minutes
Approx. 4 hours
*1Time under default camera settings, when normal operations are performed, such as
shooting, pausing, turning the camera on and off, and zooming.
*2Time available when shooting the maximum movie length (until recording stops
automatically) repeatedly.
• The number of shots that can be taken is based on measurement guidelines of the
Camera & Imaging Products Association (CIPA).
• Under some shooting conditions, the number of shots and recording time may be less
than mentioned above.
• Number of shots/time with a fully charged battery pack.
111
Before Use
ELPH 160
IXUS 160
Number of Shots per Memory Card
Basic Guide
Advanced Guide
Camera Basics
Auto Mode
Number of Shots
Approx. 220
Approx. 300
Number of Shots per Memory Card (Approx. shots)
Recording Pixels
Eco Mode On
Movie Recording Time*1
Continuous
Shooting*2
Playback Time
16 GB
Approx. 55 minutes
(Large)
2760
20M/5152x3864
Approx. 1 hour, 50 minutes
Approx. 4 hours
(Medium 1)
5061
16755
80988
3470
10M/3648x2736
Other Shooting
Modes
*1Time under default camera settings, when normal operations are performed, such as
shooting, pausing, turning the camera on and off, and zooming.
*2Time available when shooting the maximum movie length (until recording stops
automatically) repeatedly.
(Medium 2)
3M/2048x1536
P Mode
(Small)
0.3M/640x480
Playback Mode
Setting Menu
Accessories
Appendix
• The number of shots that can be taken is based on measurement guidelines of the
Camera & Imaging Products Association (CIPA).
(Widescreen)
5152x2896
• Under some shooting conditions, the number of shots and recording time may be less
than mentioned above.
• The values in the table are based on Canon measurement conditions and may
change depending on the subject, memory card and camera settings.
• Number of shots/time with a fully charged battery pack.
Recording Time per Memory Card
Index
Recording Time per Memory Card
Image Quality
16 GB
2 hr. 21 min. 58 sec.
6 hr. 44 min. 38 sec.
• The values in the table are based on Canon measurement conditions and may
change depending on the subject, memory card and camera settings.
• Recording will automatically stop when the clip file size reaches 4 GB, or when the
recording time reaches approximately 29 minutes and 59 seconds when shooting in
[
], or approximately 1 hour when shooting in [ ].
• Recording may stop even if the maximum clip length has not been reached on some
memory cards. SD Speed Class 10 or higher memory cards are recommended.
112
Before Use
IXUS 165
ELPH 160
IXUS 160
Flash Range
Basic Guide
Advanced Guide
Camera Basics
Auto Mode
ELPH 170 IS
IXUS 170
Maximum Wide Angle Maximum Telephoto
Shooting Mode Focusing Range
(j)
(i)
50 cm – 4.0 m (1.6 – 13 ft.)
1.0 – 2.0 m (3.3 – 6.6 ft.)
Maximum wide angle (j)
Maximum telephoto (i)
–
1 cm (0.4 in.) – infinity 1.3 m (4.3 ft.) – infinity
5 cm (2.0 in.) – infinity 1.3 m (4.3 ft.) – infinity
1 – 50 cm
(0.4 in. – 1.6 ft.)
IXUS 165
ELPH 160
IXUS 160
Other modes
–
e*
Other Shooting
Modes
50 cm – 3.0 m (1.6 – 9.8 ft.)
1.3 – 1.5 m (4.3 – 4.9 ft.)
Maximum wide angle (j)
3.0 m (9.8 ft.) – infinity 3.0 m (9.8 ft.) – infinity
u*
Maximum telephoto (i)
* Not available in some shooting modes.
P Mode
Continuous Shooting Speed
Playback Mode
Setting Menu
Accessories
Appendix
Shooting Range
Shooting Mode
Speed
ELPH 170 IS
IXUS 170
G
Approx. 0.8 shots/sec.
Maximum Wide Angle Maximum Telephoto
Shooting Mode Focusing Range
(j)
(i)
Approx. 2.2 shots/sec.
–
1 cm (0.4 in.) – infinity 1.0 m (3.3 ft.) – infinity
5 cm (2.0 in.) – infinity 1.0 m (3.3 ft.) – infinity
Shutter Speed
Index
1 – 50 cm
(0.4 in. – 1.6 ft.)
Other modes
–
e*
[
] mode, automatically set range
1 – 1/2000 sec.
3.0 m (9.8 ft.) – infinity 3.0 m (9.8 ft.) – infinity
u*
* Not available in some shooting modes.
Aperture
ELPH 170 IS
IXUS 170
f/3.6 / f/10 (W), f/7.0 / f/20 (T)
f/number
IXUS 165
ELPH 160
IXUS 160
f/3.2 / f/9.0 (W), f/6.9 / f/20 (T)
113
Before Use
Battery Pack NB-11LH
Basic Guide
Advanced Guide
Camera Basics
Auto Mode
Type:
Rechargeable lithium-ion battery
Nominal Voltage:
Nominal Capacity:
Charging Cycles:
3.6 V DC
800 mAh
Approx. 300 times
Operating Temperatures: 0 – 40 °C (32 – 104 °F)
Battery Pack NB-11L
Other Shooting
Modes
Type:
Rechargeable lithium-ion battery
Nominal Voltage:
Nominal Capacity:
Charging Cycles:
3.6 V DC
680 mAh
Approx. 300 times
P Mode
Playback Mode
Setting Menu
Accessories
Appendix
Operating Temperatures: 0 – 40 °C (32 – 104 °F)
Battery Charger CB-2LF/CB-2LFE
Rated Input:
Rated Output:
Charging Time:
100 – 240 V AC (50/60 Hz)
4.2 V DC, 0.41 A
Approx. 2 hr. 20 min. (when using NB-11LH),
Approx. 2 hr. (when using NB-11L)
Charging: orange / Fully charged: green
(two-indicator system)
Index
Charge Indicator:
Operating Temperatures: 5 – 40 °C (41 – 104 °F)
114
Before Use
Images
Display period ............................... 57
F
Index
Basic Guide
Advanced Guide
Camera Basics
Auto Mode
Face AiAF (AF frame mode)................ 52
Face self-timer (shooting mode).......... 44
FE lock................................................. 56
File numbering..................................... 76
Flash
A
D
→
Playback
Viewing
AC adapter kit................................ 81, 84
Accessories ......................................... 81
AE lock ................................................ 48
AF lock................................................. 55
AUTO mode (shooting mode)........ 14, 25
AV cable ........................................ 81, 83
Date/time
Image stabilization............................... 58
Adding date stamps ...................... 33
Changing....................................... 13
Date/time battery........................... 13
Settings ......................................... 12
World clock.................................... 74
Indicator............................................... 23
ISO speed............................................ 49
Other Shooting
Modes
On ................................................. 55
Slow synchro................................. 55
DC coupler........................................... 84
L
→
Defaults
Reset all
P Mode
Lamp.................................................... 37
Live View Control (shooting mode)...... 39
Long shutter (shooting mode).............. 45
Low light (shooting mode) ................... 39
Digital zoom................................... 30, 57
DPOF................................................... 91
Drive mode .......................................... 34
Focusing
B
Playback Mode
Setting Menu
Accessories
Appendix
AF frames...................................... 51
AF lock .......................................... 55
AF-point zoom............................... 54
Servo AF ....................................... 53
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Batteries
Date/time (date/time battery)
Battery pack
Focusing range
M
Charging........................................ 10
Level............................................ 102
Power saving................................. 19
Macro ............................................ 51
Macro (focusing range)........................ 51
E
Eco mode ...................................... 34, 56
Editing
Focus lock ........................................... 53
FUNC. menu
Memory cards........................................ 2
Menu
Index
i-Contrast....................................... 70
Red-eye correction........................ 70
Resizing images............................ 69
Basic operations............................ 21
C
Basic operations............................ 22
Camera
Erasing ................................................ 67
Error messages ................................. 100
Exposure
G
Reset all ........................................ 78
Center (AF frame mode)...................... 53
Metering method.................................. 48
Monochrome (shooting mode)............. 43
Movies
Grid lines ............................................. 57
Color (white balance)........................... 50
Continuous shooting............................ 34
H
FE lock .......................................... 56
Household power................................. 84
Image quality
(resolution/frame rate)................... 36
Eye-Fi cards .................................... 2, 95
I
115
Before Use
Self-timer ............................................. 31
P
W
2-second self-timer........................ 31
Customizing the self-timer............. 32
Face self-timer (shooting mode) ... 44
Basic Guide
Advanced Guide
Camera Basics
Auto Mode
Photobook set-up ................................ 93
PictBridge ...................................... 82, 87
White balance (color)........................... 50
Widescreen (resolution)....................... 35
Servo AF.............................................. 53
Shooting
→
→
Playback
Viewing
Wrist strap
Strap
Poster effect (shooting mode) ............. 41
Power .................................................. 81
→
Shooting date/time
Date/time
Z
Shooting information ................... 102
Zoom ....................................... 15, 25, 30
Other Shooting
Modes
→
→
AC adapter kit
Battery pack
Snow (shooting mode)......................... 40
Software
P Mode
Printing ................................................ 87
Protecting ............................................ 65
P (shooting mode) ............................... 47
Saving images to a computer........ 86
Playback Mode
Setting Menu
Accessories
Appendix
Sounds ................................................ 73
Super vivid (shooting mode)................ 41
T
R
Tracking AF ......................................... 52
Traveling with the camera ................... 74
TV display............................................ 83
Reset all............................................... 78
Index
S
Screen
V
Image search ................................ 63
Index display ................................. 62
Slideshow...................................... 64
TV display ..................................... 83
Display language........................... 14
Icons.................................... 102, 103
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Menu
FUNC. menu, Menu
SD/SDHC/SDXC memory cards
Memory cards
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Before Use
Trademarks and Licensing
Basic Guide
Advanced Guide
Camera Basics
Auto Mode
•
Microsoft and Windows are trademarks or registered trademarks of
Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.
•
Macintosh and Mac OS are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the
U.S. and other countries.
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The SDXC logo is a trademark of SD-3C, LLC.
All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
This device incorporates exFAT technology licensed from Microsoft.
Other Shooting
Modes
This product is licensed under AT&T patents for the MPEG-4 standard
and may be used for encoding MPEG-4 compliant video and/or decoding
MPEG-4 compliant video that was encoded only (1) for a personal and
non-commercial purpose or (2) by a video provider licensed under the
AT&T patents to provide MPEG-4 compliant video. No license is granted
or implied for any other use for MPEG-4 standard.
P Mode
Playback Mode
Setting Menu
Accessories
Appendix
Disclaimer
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Unauthorized reproduction of this guide is prohibited.
All measurements based on Canon testing standards.
Index
Information subject to change without notice, as are product
specifications and appearance.
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Illustrations and screenshots in this guide may differ slightly from the
actual equipment.
The above items notwithstanding, Canon cannot be held liable for any
loss arising from the use of this product.
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