Canon DIGITAL IXUS 50 User's Guide

DIGITAL CAMERACamera User GuidePlease read the Read This First section (p. 6).Please also read the Canon Digital Camera Software Starter Guide Disk an

8• To avoid the risk of high-voltage electrical shock, do not touch the flash portion of the camera if it has been damaged. Similarly, never touch int

98Adjusting the Tone (White Balance)When the white balance mode is set to match the light source, the camera reproduces colors more accurately.Combina

99ShootingThis setting cannot be adjusted when the (Sepia) or (B/W) photo effects are selected.Setting a Custom White BalanceYou can set a custom wh

100• You are recommended to set the shooting mode to and the exposure compensation setting to zero (±0) before setting a custom white balance. The c

101ShootingChanging the Photo EffectBy setting a photo effect before you shoot, you can change the look and feel of the pictures you take. Effect Off

102Shooting in a My Colors ModeA My Colors mode easily changes the colors in an image when it is shot, allowing you to alter the balance between red,

103Shooting•See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 192).• In the My Colors modes (depending on the scene being shot), the ISO speed my incr

104Changing the Save Method for the Original ImageWhen you are shooting still images in a My Colors mode, you can specify whether or not both the alte

105ShootingShooting in the Color Accent ModeColors other than the color specified in the LCD monitor are shot in black and white. • The default color

106Shooting in the Color Swap ModeThis mode allows you to transform a color specified in the LCD monitor into another. 1In the FUNC. menu, select .

107Shooting• The default setting for color swap mode changes green into white.• You may not obtain the expected results after color input mode if you

9• Do not cut, damage, alter or place heavy items on the power cord. Any of these actions may cause an electrical short circuit, which may lead to fir

108Shooting in the Custom Color ModeThis mode allows you to adjust the color balance for red, green, blue and skin tones. 1In the FUNC. menu, select

109ShootingAdjusting the ISO SpeedRaise the ISO speed when you wish to reduce the effects of camera shake, turn the flash off when shooting in a dark

110Setting the Auto Rotate FunctionYour camera is equipped with an Intelligent Orientation sensor that detects the orientation of an image shot with t

111ShootingResetting the File NumberThe images you shoot are automatically assigned file numbers. You can select how the file number is assigned. S

112About File Numbers and Folder NumbersImages are assigned file numbers from 0001 to 9900, and folders are assigned folder numbers from 100 to 998 (F

113PlaybackPlaybackDisplaying Images Individually1Slide the mode switch to (Playback).The last recorded image will appear in the display (single imag

114Magnifying ImagesTo Cancel the Magnified DisplayPress the zoom lever toward . You can also cancel it immediately by pressing the MENU button. Movi

115PlaybackViewing Images in Sets of Nine (Index Playback) 1Press the zoom lever toward .Up to nine images can be viewed at once in index playback.2

116Switching between Sets of Nine ImagesTo Return to Single Image PlaybackPress the zoom lever toward twice.1Press the zoom lever toward while in

117Playback Jumping to ImagesWhen you have many images recorded onto an SD card, it is handy to use the four search keys below to jump over images to

10• Use the specified battery charger to charge Battery Pack NB-4L. Use of other chargers may lead to overheating, distortion of the equipment, fire o

118Viewing MoviesYou can play movie clips shot in mode.Movies cannot be played in the index playback mode.1Use the or button to select a movie.Im

119PlaybackPausing and Resuming PlayOperating the Movie Control PanelPress the FUNC./SET button during playback.The movie playback pauses. Press the F

120• Movies recorded with high resolutions and frame rates may momentarily stop playing if played on slow reading SD cards.• Movies recorded at the

121PlaybackEditing MoviesSelecting (Edit) in the movie control panel enables you to cut unwanted portions at the start or end of a movie clip.Protec

122• The minimum duration of a movie that can be edited is 1 second.• It may take approximately 3 minutes to save an edited movie. If the battery pack

123PlaybackRotating Images in the DisplayImages can be rotated clockwise 90° or 270° in the display.• Movies cannot be rotated.• When images are downl

124Attaching Sound Memos to ImagesIn Playback mode (including single image playback and index playback, you can attach sound memos (up to 60 seconds)

125PlaybackPlaying/Erasing Sound Memos• You cannot attach sound memos to movies.• The “Memory card full” message will display when the SD card is full

126Automated Playback (Slide Shows)Starting a Slide ShowA selection of images or all the images on an SD card can be displayed one-by-one in an automa

127Playback• Movies play for their entire recorded length regardless of the time set in the slide show settings.• The power-saving function does not a

11 Cautions• Avoid using, placing or storing the equipment in places subject to strong sunlight or high temperatures, such as the dashboard or trunk (

1282Use the or button to select [Program] and the or button to select [Show 1], [Show 2] or [Show 3].A white checkmark will appear beside a show

129PlaybackAdjusting the Play Time and Repeat SettingsYou can change the play time for all the images in a show and have the show repeat continuously.

130Protecting ImagesYou can protect important images and movies from accidental erasure.To Cancel ProtectionAfter step 1, select an image to remove pr

131ErasingErasingErasing Single Images• Please note that erased images cannot be recovered. Exercise adequate caution before erasing an image.• Protec

132Erasing All ImagesYou can erase all the images saved on the SD card.• Please note that erased images cannot be recovered. Exercise adequate caution

133Erasing

134Print SettingsImages shot with this camera can be printed using one of the following methods.-Connecting the camera to a direct print compatible pr

135Print Settings This guide explains DPOF print settings. For information on how to print images, refer to the Direct Print User Guide supplied w

136Setting the DPOF Print SettingsYou can select images on an SD card for printing and specify the number of print copies in advance using the camera.

137Print SettingsAll the Images on an SD Card3Select images for printing.As shown below, selection methods differ according to the options chosen for

12Preventing MalfunctionsAvoid Strong Magnetic FieldsNever place the camera in close proximity to electric motors or other equipment generating strong

138• The symbol will display on images that have had print settings set by other DPOF-compliant cameras. These settings will be overwritten by those

139Print Settings• Images are printed in order from oldest to newest by the shooting date.• A maximum of 998 images can be selected per SD card.• When

140Setting the Print StyleSet the print style after selecting the image to print. The following print settings can be selected. Print Type Standard

141Print Settings• When the print type is set to [Index], the [Date] and [File No.] options cannot be set to [On] at the same time.•If you selected [S

142Image Transmission Settings (DPOF Transfer Order)You can use the camera to specify settings for images before downloading to a computer. Refer to t

143Image Transmission Settings (DPOF Transfer Order)All the Images on an SD Card3Use the or button to move between images and the FUNC./SET button

144• Images are transferred in order from oldest to newest by the shooting date.• A maximum of 998 images can be selected per SD card.2Use the or

145Connecting the Camera to a ComputerConnecting the Camera to a ComputerThe following methods can be used to download images recorded by the camera t

146Connecting the Camera to a ComputerComputer System RequirementsPlease install and use the software on a computer which meets the requirements below

147Connecting the Camera to a Computer• The camera will not operate correctly if you connect it to your computer before installing the driver and soft

13Components GuideComponents GuideFront View * When carrying the camera by the strap, be careful not to swing the camera or catch it on other items.AF

148If the event dialog fails to appear, click the [Start] menu, and select [Programs] or [All Programs], followed by [Canon Utilities], [CameraWindow]

149Connecting the Camera to a Computer Macintosh The following window will display. 1Install the driver and the software applications bundled on th

150ImageBrowser Auto Start Settings – OS X (v10.2/v10.3)ImageBrowser Auto Start Settings – OS X (v10.1)1.Start Image Capture, click the [Image Capture

151Connecting the Camera to a Computer 3Perform steps 2-4 on page 147.The following window will display. • Using the software and computer to downl

152Downloading Images by Direct TransferUse this method to download images using camera operations. Install the supplied software and adjust the compu

153Connecting the Camera to a ComputerSelect & Transfer/Wallpaper Only JPEG images can be downloaded as wallpaper for the computer. On the Window

154Connecting the Camera to the Computer to Download Images Without Installing SoftwareIf you are using Windows XP or Mac OS X (v10.1.5 – v10.3), you

155Viewing Images on a TV setViewing Images on a TV setViewing Images on a TV setYou can use a video-compatible television as a monitor to shoot or pl

156• A TV set cannot be used in Stitch Assist mode.• Refer to pp. 50, 57 for instructions regarding the video output signal.• No image will appear on

157Customizing the Camera (My Camera Settings)Customizing the Camera (My Camera Settings)My Camera allows you to customize the start-up image and star

14Back View LCD Monitor (p. 37)Tripod SocketSD Card Slot/Battery Cover (pp. 21, 23)Battery Compartment(SD card/battery compartment)Viewfinder Window (

158• If you select (Theme) in Step 2, you can select a consistent theme for each of the My Camera settings.• The beep will not play but the start-up

159Customizing the Camera (My Camera Settings)Registering My Camera SettingsImages recorded onto the SD card and newly recorded sounds can be added as

1605Press the DISP. button.6Select an image or record a sound.Start-up ImageUse the or button to select the image you wish to register and press t

161Customizing the Camera (My Camera Settings)• The following cannot be registered as My Camera Settings.-Movies- Sounds recorded with the sound memo

162List of MessagesList of MessagesThe following messages may appear on the LCD monitor during shooting or playback. Please refer to the Direct Print

163List of MessagesRAW You attempted to play back a RAW image.Unidentified Image You attempted to play back an image that was recorded in a special da

164TroubleshootingProblem Cause SolutionCamera will not operatePower is not turned on• Press the power button for a moment.SD card slot/battery cover

165TroubleshootingLens will not retract SD card slot/battery cover was opened with power on• First close the SD card slot/battery cover and then turn

166Image is blurred or out of focusSubject is out of focal range• For normal shooting conditions, stay at least 30 cm (1.0 ft.) from the subject.• In

167TroubleshootingSubject in recorded image is too brightLight is shining directly on the subject or reflected off the subject into the camera• Change

15Components GuideOperation Panel Power Button (p. 34)Shutter Button (p. 46) (Metering) Button (p. 94)/ (Jump) Button (p. 117)/ Button (Flash) Button

168Zoom does not operateZoom lever was pressed while shooting in a movie mode other than Standard.• Operate the zoom before shooting in movie mode.Rea

169AppendixAppendixUsing an AC Adapter Kit (Sold Separately)It is best to power the camera with AC Adapter Kit ACK-DC10 (sold separately) when you are

170Using an Externally Mounted Flash (Sold Separately)High-Power Flash HF-DC1This flash is used to supplement the camera's built-in flash when th

171Appendix• If the battery is used in cold regions (0 °C /32 °F or lower), you are recommended to carry a spare lithium battery (CR123A or DL123). Ke

172Camera Care and MaintenanceUse the following procedures to clean the camera body, lens and LCD monitor.Never use thinners, benzene, synthetic clean

173AppendixSpecificationsAll data is based on Canon’s standard testing methods. Subject to change without notice.DIGITAL IXUS 50(W): wide angle (T):

174Sensitivity Auto*, ISO 50/100/200/400 equivalent*Camera automatically sets the optimal speed.White Balance TTL auto, pre-set (available settings: D

175AppendixNumber of Recording PixelsMovies:Standard, My Colors: (recording can continue until the SD card is full*1 (can record up to a maximum of 1

176*1 This digital camera supports Exif 2.2 (also called “Exif Print”). Exif Print is a standard for enhancing the communication between digital camer

177AppendixBattery Capacity (Battery Pack NB-4L (Fully charged))• The actual figures will vary according to the shooting conditions and settings.• Mov

16IndicatorsThe indicators light or blink when the power button or shutter button is pressed.Upper IndicatorGreen: Ready to shootBlinking Green:Record

178SD Cards and Estimated Capacities: With card included with the cameraStill ImagesMovieSDC-16M SDC-128M SDC-512MSH (2592 x 1944 pixels)5491909873391

179Appendix• Maximum movie clip length at (Fast Frame Rate): 1 min., at (Compact): 3 min. The figures indicate the maximum continuous recording ti

180SD Memory Card Battery Pack NB-4LBattery Charger CB-2LV/CB-2LVECompact Power Adapter CA-DC10 (Included with the separately sold AC Adapter Kit ACK-

181AppendixPhoto Tips and InformationTip for Using the Self-timer (p.78)Normally the camera shakes a little when you press the shutter button. Setting

182ISO Speed (p.109)The ISO speed is the numeric representation of the camera’s sensitivity to light. The higher the ISO speed, the higher the sensiti

183IndexAAC Adapter Kit ACK-DC10 ... 169AE Lock ... 92AF Frame ... 46AF Lock

184Rec. Menu... 53Set up Menu... 55Messages... 162Metering Modes...

185MEMO

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187MEMO

17Components GuideThe following operations are accessible through one easy press of the (Print/Share) button.• Printing: See the Direct Print User Gu

188MEMO

189MEMO

190MEMO

191Trademark Acknowledgments • Canon, PIXMA and SELPHY are trademarks of Canon Inc.• Macintosh, Mac OS and QuickTime are trademarks of Apple Computer

192Functions Available in Each Shooting ModeThe chart below is a reference for the settings available for various shooting conditions. The settings se

Flowchart and Reference GuidesUse of genuine Canon accessories is recommended.This product is designed to achieve excellent performance when used with

DIGITAL CAMERACamera User GuidePlease read the Read This First section (p. 6).Please also read the Canon Digital Camera Software Starter Guide Disk an

Flowchart and Reference GuidesUse of genuine Canon accessories is recommended.This product is designed to achieve excellent performance when used with

18Preparing the CameraCharging the Battery PackUse the following procedures to charge the battery pack the first time you use the camera or when the “

19Preparing the Camera• Since this is a lithium-ion battery pack, you need not completely discharge it before recharging. It can be recharged at any p

20zDo not allow any metal objects such as key rings to touch the and terminals (Fig. A), as this can damage the battery pack. To carry the battery

21Preparing the CameraInstalling the Battery PackInstall Battery Pack NB-4L (supplied).Please recharge the battery pack (p. 18) before you use it for

22• Please watch the loading slot area carefully as you insert and remove the battery pack. • Do not turn off the power or open the SD card slot/batte

23Preparing the CameraInstalling the SD CardWrite-Protect TabThe SD card has a write-protect tab. Sliding the tab downward prevents recording of data

24To Remove the SD cardPush the SD card with your finger or the toggle on the wrist strap until it clicks and then release it. • Please watch the load

25Preparing the CameraFormatting SD CardsYou should always format a new SD card or one from which you wish to erase all images and other data.Please n

26• Low Level FormatYou should select the [Low Level Format] option if you suspect the read/write speed of an SD card has dropped or if you wish to co

27Preparing the CameraSD Card Handling PrecautionszSD cards are high-precision electronic devices. Do not bend them, apply force to them, or subject t

1Camera Body Temperature If your camera is used for prolonged periods, the camera body may become warm. Please be aware of this and take care when ope

28Setting the Date and TimeThe Date/Time menu will appear the first time the camera power is turned on or whenever the built-in rechargeable lithium-i

29Preparing the Camera• Please note that the date and time settings may be lost if the camera battery has been removed for more than three weeks. Rese

30Using the ClockYou can display the current date and time for a 5-second* interval using the following methods. This is convenient for confirming the

31Preparing the CameraSetting the LanguageUse this feature to select the language for the LCD monitor display.1Press the power button until the power

32You can display the Language menu directly by holding down the FUNC./SET button and pressing the MENU button while in single image playback or index

33Preparing the Camera

34Basic FunctionsTurning the Power OnTo Turn the Power OffPress the power button again.• If the “Card locked!” message appears right after the power i

35Basic FunctionsPower Saving FunctionThis camera is equipped with a power saving function.When this function is turned on and it activates, restore p

36Switching Between Shooting/PlaybackThe mode switch is used to select Shooting and Playback modes. When a printer is properly connected, the , or

37Basic FunctionsUsing the LCD MonitorThe LCD monitor can be used to compose images while shooting, adjust menu settings and play back recorded images

2About This GuideConventions Used in the Text: This mark denotes issues that may affect the camera’s operation.: This mark denotes additional topics t

38Playback Mode ( ) (p. 42) When the mode switch is set to , the LCD monitor will turn on. In index playback mode (p. 115), the detailed display is n

39Basic FunctionsLCD Monitor BrightnessThe brightness of the LCD monitor can be adjusted to better suit theshooting conditions. When shooting in dark

40Information Displayed on the LCD Monitor When shooting or playing back images, the shooting information, review information or replay information ap

41Basic Functions * Appears even if the LCD monitor is set to Standard (No Information).Zoom powers indicate the combined optical and digital amount o

42 Playback Information–Standard (Playback Mode)Protection Status (p. 130)Compression (Still Images) (p. 64)Resolution (Still Images) (p. 64)Movie (p.

43Basic FunctionsThe following information may also be displayed with some images.Please note that image information recorded by this camera may not d

44Using the ViewfinderThe viewfinder can be used to conserve power by turning the LCD monitor off (p. 37) while shooting.Image Seen in Viewfinder vs.

45Basic FunctionsUsing the ZoomThe zoom can be adjusted from 35 mm to 105 mm in 35mm film equivalent terms.Telephoto/Wide AngleDigital ZoomWhen the LC

46Pressing the Shutter ButtonThe shutter button features a two-stage action. 1. Pressing HalfwayAutomatically sets such settings as the exposure and f

47Basic Functions2. Pressing FullyPressing the shutter button down fully activates the shutter and causes the shutter sound to play.Shots cannot be ta

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48Selecting Menus and SettingsMenus are used to adjust shooting and playback settings, as well as other camera settings like the Date/Time and sounds.

49Basic FunctionsFUNC. Menu() Shooting Mode (p. 68)() Photo Effect (p. 101)() Movie Mode (p. 81)() My Colors (p. 102)() Exposure Compensation (p. 95)(

50Selecting Menu Settings with the MENU Button1Slide the mode switch to (Shooting), (Movie) or (Playback).2Press the MENU button.In Shooting mode, th

51Basic Functions6Press the MENU button.• The menu will close.• In Shooting mode, the menu can be closed by pressing the shutter button halfway.

52Rec. MenuPlay MenuSet up Menu(The menu will appear slightly different depending on the Shooting mode)Shooting Mode Playback ModeMy Camera MenuShooti

53Basic FunctionsMenu Settings and Factory DefaultsThis chart shows the options and default settings for each menu.* Default setting Rec. MenuMenu

54 Long ShutterSets the shutter speed to slow settings.•On•Off*p. 96 Stitch AssistImages are shot in overlapping series to create single panoramic

55Basic Functions Set up MenuMenu Item OptionsReference Page MuteSet to [On] to silence the start-up, shutter, operation and self-timer sounds all at

56 Power SavingSets the [Auto Power Down] and [Display Off] options.p. 35 Auto Power DownSets whether or not the camera automatically powers down a

57Basic Functions LanguageSets the language used in menus and messages on the LCD monitor.• English*• Deutsch (German) • Русский (Russian)• Français

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58You can select the start-up image and sound, operation sound, self-timer sound and shutter sound used on this camera.These are called the My Camera

59Basic FunctionsResetting Settings to Their Default ValuesYou can reset the menu and button settings to the default settings in one operation.• Setti

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61ShootingShootingShooting in Auto ModeIn this mode, all you have to do is press the shutter button and let the camera do everything else.1Slide the m

62• See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 192).• With the Review function, you can change the length of time images show on the LCD monito

63ShootingChanging the Review DurationThe default review time is 2 seconds. You can set the review time for an image to [Off], a range between 2 and 1

64Changing Resolution/Compression SettingsYou can change the compression (excluding movies) and resolution settings to suit the purpose of the image y

65ShootingMovies can be shot with the following resolutions.•See Image Data Sizes (Estimated) (p. 179).•See SD Cards and Estimated Capacities (p. 178)

66 Using the FlashUse the flash according to the guidelines below. Setting available UCan be selected for the first image only AutoThe flash fir

67Shooting• When you use the flash at higher ISO speeds, the chances of white streaks appearing in the image increase the closer you approach to the s

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68Selecting a Shooting ModeYou can take an optimal picture simply by selecting the appropriate shooting mode. AutoLeaves almost all of the settings

69Shooting Manual Portrait Night Snapshot Kids&Pets Indoor Underwater1Choose a shooting mode from the FUNC. menu.•See Selecting Menus and Set

70• In , , , and modes (depending on the scene being shot), the ISO speed may increase and cause noise in the image. • In mode, shoot with th

71Shooting Shooting Close-Ups/ Infinity Shots To cancel the macro/infinity modePress the / button to remove or from the display.• Use the LCD

72Image Area in Macro ModeWhen the zoom is set between the maximum telephoto and wide-angle settings, the effective distance from the lens to the subj

73ShootingMagnified Close-Up Shooting (Digital Macro)Use this mode to shoot a subject in the range of 3 to 10 cm (1.2 to 3.9 in.) from the end of the

74Using the Digital ZoomWhen the LCD monitor is on, images can be zoomed to approximately 3.8x, 4.9x, 6.1x, 7.6x, 9.3x or 12x with the combined optica

75Shooting Continuous ShootingIn this mode, the camera shoots continuously while the shutter button is held down. Recording ceases when the shutter bu

76Postcard Date Imprint ModeYou can shoot images with the optimal resolution and compression for postcard size printing.• When printing standard image

77Shooting• The icon appears in the LCD monitor when the date stamp setting (see below) is set to Date or Date & Time.• For printing instruction

6Read This FirstPlease ReadTest ShotsBefore you try to photograph important subjects, we highly recommend that you shoot several trial images to confi

78 Using the Self-timerWith this function, images are shot 10 or 2 seconds after the shutter button is pressed. This is useful when you want to take a

79ShootingChanging to a 10 or 2 second delay.Changing the delay time and number of shots (Custom Timer).2Use the or button to select or and pre

80• The self-timer sound can be changed with the Selftimer Sound item in the (My Camera) menu (p. 58).• The option cannot be set in the Stitch Ass

81Shooting Shooting a MovieThe following four movie modes are available. StandardYou can select the resolution and frame rate* yourself and record unt

822In the FUNC. menu, select a movie mode.•See Selecting Menus and Settings (p. 48).• You can shoot the image right after selecting settings by pressi

83Shooting• The recording time may not display properly during shooting or filming may stop unexpectedly with the following types of SD cards.- Slow r

84•See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 192).• Sound is recorded monaurally.• There is no shutter sound in movie mode.• You can lock the

85ShootingChanging the Frame RateIn the (Standard) or (My Colors) mode, you can select between one of two frame rates (number of frames recorded e

86Shooting Panoramic Images (Stitch Assist)Stitch Assist can be used to shoot overlapping images that can later be merged (stitched) to create one pan

87ShootingShootingImages can be shot in two sequences in Stitch Assist mode. Left to right horizontallyRight to left horizontally1In the FUNC. menu,

7Safety Precautions• Before using the camera, please ensure that you read and understand the safety precautions described below. Always ensure that th

88• A custom white balance setting cannot be set in Stitch Assist mode. To use a custom white balance setting, set it before selecting [Stitch Assist]

89ShootingSee Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 192).Switching between Focusing ModesAlthough the autofocus function is preset to the AiAF

90Shooting Hard-to-Focus Subjects (Focus Lock, AF Lock)It may be difficult to focus on the following types of subjects. Use the focus lock or AF lock

91ShootingShooting with the AF LockThe AF lock can be used in the , , or mode. To Release the AF LockPress the / button.• When shooting with

92Locking the Exposure Setting (AE Lock)You can set the exposure and focus separately. This is effective when the contrast is too strong between the s

93ShootingLocking the Flash Exposure Setting (FE Lock)You can lock the flash exposure so that the exposure settings are correctly set for a particular

94To Release the FE LockPress the button.The FE lock may be released by pressing the zoom lever, MENU button or button, or by changing the white bal

95ShootingAdjusting the Exposure CompensationAdjust the exposure compensation setting to avoid making the subject too dark when it is backlit or shot

96Shooting in Long Shutter ModeYou can set the shutter speed to a slow setting to make dark subjects appear brighter.1In the (Rec.) menu, select [Lo

97ShootingTo Cancel the Long Shutter modeWhile [Long Shutter] is displayed in the FUNC. menu, press the MENU button.The nature of CCD image sensors is