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Camera User Guide
DIGITAL CAMERA
Camera User Guide
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Summary of Contents

Page 1 - Camera User Guide

Camera User GuideDIGITAL CAMERACamera User GuideENGLISHCDI-E410-030 XXXXXXX © CANON INC. 2009 PRINTED IN JAPANTrademark Acknowledgments• The SDHC logo

Page 2 - Checking the Package Contents

10• Before using the camera, please ensure that you read the safety precautions described below. Always ensure that the camera is operated correctly.•

Page 3 - Read This First

100You can set the shutter to the speed at which you want to shoot. The camera will set the appropriate aperture value for the shutter speed you set.M

Page 4 - What Do You Want to Do?

101You can set the aperture to a value at which you want to shoot. The camera will set the appropriate shutter speed for the aperture value you set. B

Page 5 - Shoot/View Movies

102You can manually set the shutter speed and aperture to shoot images.D stands for “Manual”.Set the mode dial to D.Make the setting.● Press the but

Page 6 - Table of Contents

103The camera can detect the brightness of areas in the scene, such as faces or backgrounds. It can then keep highlights from blowing out in light are

Page 7

104You can automatically correct red-eye that occurs in images taken with the flash.Choose [Flash Control].● Press the n button, choose [Flash Control

Page 8 - ...147

105Just like with exposure compensation (p. 73), you can adjust the exposure ±2 stops in 1/3-stop increments when using the flash.Choose ~.● After pre

Page 9

106In D mode, you can choose 3 levels of flash output.Set the camera to D mode.Choose the flash output.● After pressing the m button, press the op but

Page 10 - Safety Precautions

107When the camera detects the possibility that people have their eyes shut, appears.Choose [Blink Detection].● Press the n button, choose the 4 tab,

Page 11 - Other Warnings

108You can register commonly used shooting modes and settings. By simply turning the mode dial to or , you can switch to your registered settings.

Page 12

109You can change the look of an image when shooting. However, the shooting conditions may cause the image to become coarse, or the colors may not com

Page 13 - Getting Started

Safety Precautions11Battery, Battery ChargerOther Warnings• Use only the recommended battery.• Do not place the battery near or in direct flame.•Do no

Page 14 - Charging the Battery

Changing the Color and Shooting110Y Color SwapYou can swap one color in an image for another when recording it. You can only swap one color.Choose Y.●

Page 15 - Battery Charge Indicator

Changing the Color and Shooting111Specify the range of colors to be swapped.● Press the op buttons or turn the  dial to adjust the range of colors af

Page 16 - Insert the memory card

112Large subjects can be split into several shots that can later be merged together using the included software on a computer to create a panoramic im

Page 17 - Remove the memory card

113Using Various Functions forShooting MoviesThis chapter provides more advanced information than the “Shooting Movies” and “Viewing Movies” sections

Page 18 - Compatible Memory Cards

114You can choose between three Movie modes.Set the mode dial to E.Choose a Movie mode.● Turn the  dial to choose a Shooting mode.Changing the Movie

Page 19 - Using the LCD Monitor

115You can choose between two image quality settings.Choose the image quality.● After pressing the m button, press the op buttons to choose .Choose a

Page 20 - Setting the Date and Time

116Wind Filter suppresses noise when the wind is strong. However, unnatural sound may result when used to record in locations with no wind.● Press the

Page 21 - Changing the Date and Time

117The following functions can be used in the same way as for still images. Functions marked with a * can be used in the same way as for still images

Page 22 - Setting the Display Language

118The following functions can be used in the same way as for still images.• Erasing Images (p. 29)• Quickly Searching Images (p. 122)• Viewing Images

Page 23 - Formatting Memory Cards

119You can trim the beginnings and ends of recorded movies in one-second increments.Choose *.● Follow Steps 1 and 3 on p. 33, choose * and press the m

Page 24 - Pressing the Shutter Button

Safety Precautions12• Do not allow dirt or metal objects (such as pins or keys) to contact the charger terminals or plug.This could result in fire, el

Page 25 - Taking Pictures

Editing120Check the edited movie.● Press the op buttons to choose (Play), then press the m button. The edited movie will play.● To edit the movie aga

Page 26 - AF Frames

121Using Playback and OtherFunctionsThe first part of this chapter explains various ways to play back and edit images. The latter part explains how to

Page 27 - Scene Icons

122g Searching Images Using Index Display Displaying multiple images at a time lets you quickly find the image you want.Move the zoom lever toward g.X

Page 28 - Viewing Images

Viewing Images in Filtered Playback123When there are many images on the memory card, you can filter and display them by a specified filter. You can al

Page 29 - Erasing Images

Viewing Images in Filtered Playback124Viewing images using filtered playback.● Pressing the m button will start filtered playback, and the jump method

Page 30 - Printing Images

125You can automatically play back images recorded to a memory card.Choose [Slideshow].● Press the n button, choose [Slideshow] from the 1 tab and pre

Page 31

126You can magnify the area of a recorded image that was inside the AF Frame, or the area of a face that was detected, to check the focus.Press the l

Page 32 - Stop shooting

127Move the zoom lever toward k.● The display will zoom in on the image and, if you continue to hold the zoom lever, it will continue to zoom in up to

Page 33 - Viewing Movies

128Using the supplied AV cable, you can connect the camera to a TV to view images you have shot.Items to Prepare• Camera and TV• AV cable supplied wit

Page 34 - System Requirements

129Use the separately sold HDMI Cable HTC-100 to connect the camera to a high-definition TV for enhanced viewing experience.Turn off the camera and TV

Page 35 - Preparations

13Getting StartedThis chapter explains preparations before shooting, how to shoot in A mode, and then how to view, erase and print the images you take

Page 36 - Transfer Images

130You can protect important images so that they cannot be erased by the camera (pp. 29, 133).Choose [Protect].● Press the n button, choose the 1 tab

Page 37

Protecting Images131Select RangeChoose [Select Range].● Follow Step 2 on p. 130 to choose [Select Range] and press the m button.Choose the starting im

Page 38 - Accessories

Protecting Images132Protect images.● Press the p button, choose [Protect] and press the m button.You can also choose the first or last image by turnin

Page 39

133You can choose images and erase them in groups. Since erased images cannot be recovered, exercise adequate caution before erasing. Protected images

Page 40 - Separately Sold Accessories

Erasing All Images134Press the n button.Erase.● Press the qr buttons or turn the  dial to choose [OK] and press the m button.Select RangeChoose [Sele

Page 41 - Learning More

135You can organize images in categories. You can display the images in a category in Filtered Playback (p. 123) and process all images at once by usi

Page 42 - Components Guide

Organizing Images by Category (My Category)136Choosing Images IndividuallyChoose [Select].● Follow Step 2 above to choose [Select] and press the m but

Page 43 - 1 Button

137You can change the orientation of an image and save it.Choose [Rotate].● Press the n button, choose the 1 tab and [Rotate], and press the m button.

Page 44

138You can resize images to a lower pixel setting and save the resized image as a separate file.Choose [Resize].● Press the n button and choose the 1

Page 45 - Switching the Display

139You can cut out a portion of a recorded image and save it as a new image file.Choose [Trimming].● Press the n button, choose the 1 tab and [Trimmin

Page 46 - Histogram

14Use the included charger to charge the battery.The battery is not charged at time of purchase. Be sure to charge the battery before use.Remove the c

Page 47 - Indicators

140You can change the color of an image and save it as a separate image. Refer to p. 82 for details on each menu item.Choose [My Colors].● Press the n

Page 48 - FUNC. Menu – Basic Operations

141The camera can detect areas in an image, such as faces or backgrounds, that are too dark and automatically adjust them to the optimum brightness. A

Page 49 - Menu – Basic Operations

142You can automatically correct red eyes in images and save them as new files.Choose [Red-Eye Correction].● Press the n button, choose the 1 tab and

Page 50 - Changing the Sound Settings

143You can add images to the print list (DPOF) directly after shooting or while in playback by pressing the c button. You can print from a print list

Page 51 - With the l Button

144You can choose up to 998 images on a memory card for printing and specify settings such as the number of print copies so that they can be printed t

Page 52 - Reset the settings

Choosing Images for Printing (DPOF)145Choosing the Number of CopiesChoose [Select Images & Qty.].● Press the n button and choose the 2 tab, then c

Page 53 - Perform the low level format

Choosing Images for Printing (DPOF)146Choose RangeChoose [Select Range].● Choose [Select Range] in Step 1 on p. 145 and press the m button.● Choose im

Page 54 - Clock Functions

147Customizing the CameraYou can customize various functions to suit your shooting preferences. The first part of this chapter explains convenient and

Page 55 - Used Functions

148You can customize convenient and commonly used functions from the 3 tab (p. 49).Turning off Hints & TipsWhen you choose an item in the FUNC. me

Page 56

Changing Functions149Creating Folders by Shooting DateImages are saved into folders created each month, however, you can also create folders by shooti

Page 57

Charging the Battery15Approximate Number of Shots That Can Be Taken• The number of shots that can be taken is based on the Camera & Imaging Produc

Page 58

Changing Functions150Setting the Screen Shut-Off TimeYou can adjust the time the screen takes to shut off automatically (p. 54). This also works when

Page 59

Changing Functions151Set the world time zone.● Press the op buttons or turn the  dial to choose , then press the m button.● Press the qr buttons or

Page 60 - Set the camera to mode

152If you set the mode dial to G, you can change the settings in the 4 tab (p. 49).Switching the Focus SettingThe camera focuses on whatever it is aim

Page 61 - Adjust the settings

Changing Shooting Functions153Changing the Flash TimingYou can change the timing for the flash and shutter.● Choose [Flash Control] and press the m bu

Page 62 - Settings Screen

Changing Shooting Functions154Changing the Way the Image Displays Right After ShootingYou can change the way the image displays after shooting.● Choos

Page 63 - Turning the Flash Off

Changing Shooting Functions155X Items with a will display.Changing the IS-Mode Settings● Choose [IS Mode], then press the qr buttons to choose an op

Page 64 - (Digital Zoom)

Changing Shooting Functions156Registering Functions to the Button● Choose [Set Shortcut button], then press the m button.● Press the opqr buttons or

Page 65 - Digital Tele-Converter

157You can register shooting menu items in the tab to fit your preferences. You can quickly access commonly used menu items from a single screen by

Page 66 - Inserting the Date and Time

Changing Playback Functions158You can adjust the settings in the 1 tab by pressing the 1 button (p. 49).Choosing the Image that First Displays in Play

Page 67 - Using the Self-Timer

159In the 3 tab, you can change the sounds played for each camera operation or set the start-up image that appears when the camera power is turned on.

Page 68 - Using the Face Self-Timer

16Insert the supplied battery and a commercially available memory card into the camera.Check the card’s write-protect tab.● If the memory card has a w

Page 69 - Changing the number of shots

Changing the Start-up Image or Sound160● Press the qr buttons or turn the  dial to choose an image, then press the m button.● Press the qr buttons or

Page 70

161Useful InformationThis chapter introduces how to use the separately sold accessories, troubleshooting tips, and contains lists of functions.The ind

Page 71 - Choosing Settings Yourself

162If you use AC Adapter Kit ACK-DC50 (sold separately), you can use the camera without worrying about how much charge is left in the battery.Insert t

Page 72 - Shooting in Program AE

Using the Lenses (Sold Separately)163When attaching the Tele-converter TC-DC58D, you can take shots from even further away. (The lens changes the foca

Page 73 - Turning the Flash On

Using the Lenses (Sold Separately)164Attach the tele-converter lens.● Turn the lens in the direction of the arrow to attach it securely to the camera.

Page 74 - (Image Quality)

165You can change the color of the ring using the separately sold Ring Accessory Kit RAK-DC-2.Remove the ring.● Be sure the camera is turned off.● Whi

Page 75

166By using the RS60-E3 Remote Switch (sold separately), you can avoid any camera shake that may occur when you press the shutter button. The remote s

Page 76 - Shooting in RAW

167You can make your flash photography even clearer and more natural appearing with the use of a separately sold externally mounted flash. You are rec

Page 77 - Shooting Close-ups (Macro)

Using an Externally Mounted Flash (Sold Separately)168● In modes other than G, M, B, D and 8, flash settings cannot be changed since the flash adjusts

Page 78 - Changing the ISO Speed

Using an Externally Mounted Flash (Sold Separately)169Macro Ring Lite MR-14EX and Macro Twin Lite MT-24EXThe Conversion Lens Adapter LA-DC58K, Off Cam

Page 79 - Adjusting the White Balance

Inserting the Battery and Memory Card17Close the cover.● Close the cover , and slide it until it locks into place with a click.Removing the Battery

Page 80 - Adjust the setting

Using an Externally Mounted Flash (Sold Separately)170Attach the Off Camera Shoe Cord to the bracket.● Slide the bracket screw to the outer end of the

Page 81 - Continuous Shooting

Using an Externally Mounted Flash (Sold Separately)171Attach the flash to the conversion lens adapter.● When attaching the Macro Ring Lite MR-14EX, pr

Page 82 - Choose an option

Using an Externally Mounted Flash (Sold Separately)172Configure the externally mounted flash.● You can shoot in E-TTL automatic flash exposure compens

Page 83 - Custom Color

Using an Externally Mounted Flash (Sold Separately)173Configuring the Externally Mounted Flash (Sold Separately) • The maximum flash synchro shutter s

Page 84 - Customizing the Self-Timer

Using an Externally Mounted Flash (Sold Separately)174Canon flashes other than the Speedlite EX series will fire at their full strength. For the optim

Page 85 - Shooting Using the Viewfinder

175If 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

Page 86 - Focus Lock

Troubleshooting176Image is blurred.• Press the shutter button halfway to focus on the subject, then press fully to shoot (p. 24).• Shoot the subject w

Page 87 - Getting More Out of Your

Troubleshooting177Recording images to the memory card takes a long time, or continuous shooting slows down.• Perform a low-level format of the memory

Page 88 - Changing the AF Frame Mode

178If error messages appear on the screen, try one of the following solutions.No memory card• The memory card is not installed in the correct directio

Page 89 - FlexiZone/Center

List of Messages that Appear on the Screen179Cannot select!• When choosing the selection range (pp. 131, 134, 146), you tried to choose a starting ima

Page 90 - Magnifying the Focal Point

Inserting the Battery and Memory Card18Approximate Number of Shots per Memory Card• Values are based on the default settings.• The number of shots tha

Page 91 - Shooting with Servo AF

180Functions Available in Each Shooting ModeShooting modesD BM GFunctionExposure Compensation (p. 73)/Exposure Shift (p. 116)*1— {{{ISO Speed (p. 78)*

Page 92 - (Face Select)

Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode181A8K EI J F V ’ U , t w S y O P T Y L X > z——{ {{{{{{{{{{{{{{ — {{ —{ { { {{{{{{{{{{{{{{ { { { {——{ ————

Page 93 - Changing the Metering Mode

1824 Shooting Menu MenusShooting modesD BM GFunctionAF Frame (p. 88)Face AiAF*1{{{{Center*1 *2 *2 *2 *2FlexiZone*1 *2 *2 *2 *2Digital Zoom (p. 64)Stan

Page 94 - Shooting in Manual Focus Mode

Menus183A 8K EI J F V ’ U , t w S y O P T Y L X > z{ { { {{{{{— {{— {{{{{ { —*6 *6———{{{{{{{{{{{{{{ { { ——— — — —————————————— — — — —{ ——{{{{{{{{{

Page 95 - Choose

Menus1843 Set up MenuItem Options/Summary Ref. PageMute On/Off* p. 50Volume Set all operation sounds (5 levels). p. 50Sound Options Set the sounds for

Page 96 - Shooting with the AE Lock

Menus1851 Playback Menu2 Print MenuItem Options/Summary Ref. PageSlideshow Plays back images automatically. p. 125Erase Erases images. p. 133Protect P

Page 97 - Shooting with the FE Lock

186• This camera is a high-precision electronic device. Do not drop it or subject it to strong impacts.• Never place the camera close to magnets or mo

Page 98

187Camera Effective Pixels . . . . . . . . . . . . . Approx. 10 millionImage Sensor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1/1.7-inch type CCD (Tot

Page 99 - Shooting with Slow Synchro

Specifications188Shooting Modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C1, C2, M, Av, Tv, P, Auto, Low Light, Quick Shot, SCN, Movie SCN Mode: Portrait

Page 100 - Setting the Shutter Speed

Specifications189Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Battery Pack NB-7L (rechargeable lithium-ion battery)AC adapter kit ACK-D

Page 101 - Setting the Aperture Value

19You can use the LCD monitor to compose pictures before shooting, operate menus or play back images. You can freely adjust the angle and orientation

Page 102 - Make the setting

Specifications190About MPEG-4 LicensingThis product is licensed under AT&T patents for the MPEG-4 standard and may be used for encoding MPEG-4 com

Page 103 - (i-Contrast)

191Numerics3:2 Guide ...155AAC Adapter Kit ...40, 162Accessories ...

Page 104 - Red-Eye Correction

Index192AF-Point Zoom ... 90Face Selection ... 92Servo AF ...

Page 105 - Adjusting the Flash Exposure

Index193Protect ...130QQuick Shot Mode (Scene Mode) ... 61RRAW ...

Page 107 - Checking for Shut Eyes

195Canadian Radio Interference RegulationsThis Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.FCC Notice(Digital Camera, Model PC1428 syste

Page 108 - Registering Shooting Settings

Camera User GuideDIGITAL CAMERACamera User GuideENGLISHCDI-E410-030 XXXXXXX © CANON INC. 2009 PRINTED IN JAPANTrademark Acknowledgments• The SDHC logo

Page 109 - T Color Accent

2Check if the following items are included in your camera package. If anything is missing, contact the retailer from which you purchased the camera.Us

Page 110 - Y Color Swap

20The Date/Time settings screen will appear the first time the camera is turned on. Since the dates and times recorded into your images are based on t

Page 111

Setting the Date and Time21Changing the Date and TimeYou can change the current date and time settings.Display the menu.● Press the n button.Choose [D

Page 112 - Shooting Stitch Assist Images

22You can change the display language in the screen menus and messages.Enter Playback mode.● Press the 1 button.Display the settings screen.● Press an

Page 113 - Shooting Movies

23Before you use a new memory card or one that has been used in other devices, you should format the card with this camera.Formatting (initializing) a

Page 114 - Changing the Movie Mode

24The shutter button has two stops. To take images that are in focus, be sure to first press the shutter button lightly (halfway) to focus, then take

Page 115 - Changing the Image Quality

25Since the camera can determine the subject and shooting conditions, you can let it automatically select the best settings for the scene and just sho

Page 116 - AE Lock/Exposure Shift

Taking Pictures26Focus.● Press the shutter button halfway to focus.X When the camera focuses, it will beep twice.X Green AF frames appear where the su

Page 117 - Other Shooting Functions

Taking Pictures27• the screen does not turn on when you turn on the camera?Press the l button to turn on the screen.• the camera beeps once when the s

Page 118 - Playback Functions

28You can view your images on the screen.Enter Playback mode.● Press the 1 button.X The last image you took will appear.Choose an image.● Pressing the

Page 119 - Set the editing range

29You can choose and erase images one at a time. Please note that erased images cannot be recovered. Exercise adequate caution before erasing an image

Page 120 - Save the edited movie

3Test ShotsTake some initial test shots and play them back to make sure the images were recorded correctly. Please note that Canon Inc., its subsidiar

Page 121 - Functions

30You can easily print the pictures you take by connecting the camera to a PictBridge compatible printer (sold separately) using the supplied interfac

Page 122 - Quickly Searching Images

31The camera can automatically select all settings so that you can shoot movies just by pressing the shutter button.Set the mode dial to E.Compose the

Page 123 - Search by , , and

Shooting Movies32Shoot.● Press the shutter button fully.X The camera will start shooting the movie, and [ Rec] and the elapsed time will appear on the

Page 124 - Jump by and Images

33You can view your movies on the screen.Enter Playback mode.● Press the 1 button.X The last image you shot will appear.X appears on movies.Choose a

Page 125 - Viewing Slideshows

34You can use the included software to transfer your camera images to a computer. If you are already using ZoomBrowser EX/ImageBrowser/Digital Photo P

Page 126 - Checking the Focus

Transferring Images to a Computer35PreparationsWindows Vista and Mac OS X (v10.5) are used for these explanations.Install the software.WindowsPlace th

Page 127 - Changing Image Transitions

Transferring Images to a Computer36● Using the procedures from Step 2 on p. 30, connect the camera to the computer using the supplied interface cable.

Page 128 - Viewing Images on a TV

Transferring Images to a Computer37● After the transfer finishes, click [¯] to close CameraWindow, then turn off the camera and unplug the cable.● For

Page 129 - Connect the camera to the TV

38AccessoriesInterface Cable IFC-400PCU*1AV CableAVC-DC400*1*1 Also available for purchase separately.*2 See the user guide supplied with the printer

Page 130 - Protecting Images

Accessories39Video IN TerminalAudio IN TerminalUse of genuine Canon accessories is recommended.This product is designed to achieve excellent performan

Page 131 - Select Range

4What Do You Want to Do?4● Shoot, leaving it to the camera to make settings . . . . . . . . . . . . 25● Shoot to match special conditions. . . . . .

Page 132 - Choose All Images

40Some accessories are not sold in some regions, or may no longer be available.• Speedlite 220EX/270EX/430EX II*/580EX II*: Speedlites for Canon EOS m

Page 133 - Erasing All Images

41Learning MoreThis chapter explains the parts of the camera and what appears on the screen, as well as the basic operating instructions.2COPY

Page 134

42Mode DialUse the mode dial to change the Shooting mode.Components GuideLamp (Self-Timer Lamp (p. 68) / AF Assist Beam (p. 152) / Red-Eye Reduction L

Page 135 - (My Category)

Components Guide43Control DialTurning the control dial allows you to perform operations such as choosing items or switching images.1 ButtonWhen the le

Page 136 - Choosing Images Individually

44Shooting (Information Display)* : Standard, : Held verticallyWhen shooting, the camera detects if it is held vertically or horizontally, and adjust

Page 137 - Rotating Images

Information Displayed on the Screen45Switching the DisplayYou can change the display using the l button.Playback (Detailed Information Display)Display

Page 138 - Resizing Images

Information Displayed on the Screen46Switching the DisplayYou can change the display using the l button.Display in Dark Conditions during ShootingThe

Page 139 - Trimming

47The indicators on the back of the camera (p. 43) and the power lamp (p. 43) will light or blink depending on the camera’s status.Color Status Operat

Page 140 - Function

48Commonly used shooting functions can be set with the FUNC. menu. The menu items and options differ depending on the mode (pp. 180 – 183).Choose a sh

Page 141 - Choose a menu item

49Various functions can be set from the menus. The menu items are organized under tabs, such as for shooting (4) and playback (1). The available menu

Page 142 - Correcting the Red-Eye Effect

What Do You Want to Do?5● Maintain the focus on moving subjects (Servo AF). . . . . . . . . . . 91● Make dark subjects appear brighter (i-Contrast). .

Page 143 - Print Added Images

50You can silence or adjust the volume of camera sounds.Muting SoundsDisplay the menu.● Press the n button.Choose [Mute].● Press the qr buttons to cho

Page 144 - Print Settings

51The screen brightness can be changed in two ways.With the MenuDisplay the menu.● Press the n button.Choose [LCD Brightness].● Press the qr buttons t

Page 145 - Choosing the Number of Copies

52When you have mistakenly changed a setting, you can reset the camera to the default settings.Display the menu.● Press the n button.Choose [Reset All

Page 146 - Clearing All Selections

53Perform low level formatting when you think that the recording/reading speed of a memory card has dropped. As you cannot retrieve the erased data, e

Page 147 - Customizing the Camera

54To save battery power, the camera shuts down automatically when it is not operated for a certain time.Power Saving during ShootingThe monitor will t

Page 148 - Changing Functions

55Shooting in SpecialConditions and CommonlyUsed FunctionsThis chapter explains how to shoot in different conditions, as well as how to use common fun

Page 149

56The camera will select the necessary settings for the conditions in which you wish to shoot when you choose the matching mode.Choose a Shooting mode

Page 150 - Using the World Clock

Shooting in Various Conditions57V Take shots of kids and pets (Kids&Pets)● Lets you capture subjects that move around, such as children and pets,

Page 151 - Changing Distance Units

Shooting in Various Conditions58, Take nightscapes (Night Scene)● Lets you take beautifully lit city nightscapes or night backgrounds.● You can also t

Page 152 - Changing Shooting Functions

Shooting in Various Conditions59OTake shots of foliage (Foliage)● Lets you shoot trees and leaves, such as new growth, autumn leaves or blossoms, in v

Page 153 - Changing the Flash Timing

6Chapters 1 – 3 explain the basic operations and frequently used functions of this camera. Chapters 4 onward explain the advanced functions, letting y

Page 154 - After Shooting

60The ISO speed will be set automatically between ISO320 and ISO12800. Depending on the scene, the ISO speed will be set higher and the shutter speed

Page 155 - Changing the IS-Mode Settings

61Use the viewfinder (p. 43) to shoot. The camera continuously adjusts the focus and exposure on the subject in the viewfinder, so you never miss a gr

Page 156

Shooting in 8 (Quick Shot Mode)62Settings ScreenThe area visible in the viewfinder may differ slightly from the recorded image.• Once the shutter butt

Page 157

63You can shoot with the flash turned off.Press the r button.Choose !.● Press the qr buttons or turn the  dial to choose !, then press the m button.X

Page 158 - Changing Playback Functions

64You can use the digital zoom to zoom up to a maximum of 20x and capture subjects that are too far away for the optical zoom (p. 25) to enlarge. The

Page 159 - Screen Image

Zooming in More Closely on Subjects (Digital Zoom)65Digital Tele-ConverterThe focal length of the lens can be increased by an equivalent of 1.4x or 2.

Page 160 - for details

66You can insert the shooting date and time in the lower right corner of an image. Once inserted, however, they cannot be deleted. Be sure to check be

Page 161 - Useful Information

67The self-timer can be used to shoot a group photo that includes the camera operator. The camera will activate approximately 10 seconds after the shu

Page 162 - Using Household Power

68Once you compose the shot, such as for a group photo, press the shutter button, and enter the composition, the camera will take three shots in a row

Page 163 - Attach the conversion lens

Using the Face Self-Timer69For the screen in Step 1, press the n button, then press the qr buttons or turn the  dial to change the number of shots. P

Page 164 - Adjust converter settings

Table of Contents7Changing the Compression Ratio (Image Quality) ... 74Shooting in RAW... 76Shoo

Page 166 - Connect the remote switch

71Choosing Settings YourselfIn this chapter you will learn how to use the various functions in G mode to progressively advance your shooting skills.•

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72You can choose the settings for various functions to suit your preferences.AE stands for Auto Exposure.Set the mode dial to G.Adjust the settings ac

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73You can adjust the standard exposure set by the camera in 1/3-stop increments in the range of –2 to +2.Adjust the brightness.● Turn the exposure com

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74You can choose from seven recording pixels settings.Choose the recording pixels.● After pressing the m button, press the op buttons to choose .Choo

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Changing the Compression Ratio (Image Quality)75Approximate Values for Recording Pixels and Compression Ratio• The values in the table are measured ac

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76A RAW image is raw data recorded with nearly no deterioration in image quality resulting from image processing inside the camera. You can use the su

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Shooting Close-ups (Macro)77Choose [Record + ].● Press the n button, choose [Record + ] from the 4 tab, and then press the qr buttons to choose [

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78Choose the ISO speed.● Turn the ISO speed dial to choose the ISO speed.X When an available ISO setting is chosen, the ISO speed lamp will light oran

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79The white balance (WB) function sets the optimal white balance for natural looking colors.Choose the white balance.● After pressing the m button, pr

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Table of Contents8Viewing Images on a High-Definition TV...129Protecting Images...130Erasing All Images...

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Adjusting the White Balance80Manually Correcting the White BalanceYou can manually correct the white balance. This adjustment will have the same effec

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81You can shoot continuously at a fixed interval.Choose a Drive mode.● After pressing the m button, press the op buttons to choose .Choose an option.

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82You can change the tone of an image to sepia or black and white when shooting.Choose My Colors.● After pressing the m button, press the op buttons t

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Shooting Using the Two Second Self-Timer83 Custom ColorThe contrast, sharpness, color saturation, red, green, blue, and skin tones in an image can be

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84You can set the time delay (0 – 30 seconds) and the number of shots (1 – 10 shots).Choose $.● After pressing the p button, press the op buttons or t

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85If you want to save battery power, you can use the viewfinder for shooting, instead of the screen. Shooting procedures are the same as when using th

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86You can use a TV to display the camera screen content while shooting.•Connect the camera to a TV as described in “Viewing Images on a TV” (p. 128).•

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87Getting More Out of YourCameraThis chapter serves as the advanced version of Chapter 4 and explains how to take pictures using various functions.• T

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88You can change the AF (Auto Focus) frame mode to match the conditions you want to shoot.Choose [AF Frame].● Press the n button, choose the 4 tab, an

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Changing the AF Frame Position and Size89FlexiZone/CenterA single AF frame will be used. This is effective for focusing on a specific point.In [FlexiZ

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9• Icons are used in the text to represent the camera buttons and switches.•Language that displays on the screen appears inside [ ] (square brackets).

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Magnifying the Focal Point90Complete settings.● Press the button.You can push the shutter button halfway to magnify the AF frame and check the focus

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91The focus can be locked. After locking the focus, the focal distance will not change even when you release your finger from the shutter button.Lock

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92You can choose a specific person’s face to focus on and then shoot.Set the camera to [Face AiAF] (p. 88).Set Face Select mode.● Point the camera tow

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93You can change the Metering mode (brightness measuring function) to match the shooting conditions.Choose the Metering mode.● After pressing the bu

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94You can use manual focus when auto focus is not possible. If you press the shutter button halfway after roughly focusing manually, you can fine tune

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95The camera automatically takes three shots in the following order: one at the manual focus position, and one each with focus positions preset farthe

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96When you wish to take several shots with the same exposure, you can set the exposure and focus separately using the AE lock. AE stands for “Auto Exp

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97Just as with the AE lock (p. 96), you can lock the exposure for shooting with the flash. FE stands for “Flash Exposure”.Choose h (p. 73).Lock the ex

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98The camera automatically changes the exposure while taking three continuous shots. The images are shot in the following order: standard exposure, un

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99The ND filter reduces light intensity to 1/8 (3 stops) of the actual level, allowing for slower shutter speeds and smaller aperture values.Choose .●

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