Canon Powershot S60 User Manual

z Please read the Read This First section (p. 4).z Please also see the Canon Digital Camera Software Starter Guide Disk and the Direct Print User Guid

8 CAUTIONSzAvoid using, placing or storing the equipment in places subject to strong sunlight or high temperatures, such as the dashboard or trunk (bo

98 6. Shooting-Advanced FunctionsShooting in Manual Focus ModeThe focus can be manually set.1Press and hold the MF button, then press the SSSSor TTT

6. Shooting-Advanced Functions 99Using the Manual Focus in Combination with the Auto FocusThe camera automatically searches for a more suitable focu

100 6. Shooting-Advanced FunctionsSaving Custom SettingsYou can save frequently used shooting modes and various shooting settings to the (Custom)

6. Shooting-Advanced Functions 1013Select [Save Settings] from the [(Rec.)] menu and press the SET button.z See Selecting Menus and Settings (p. 63)

102 7. Playback-Advanced Functions7. Playback-Advanced FunctionsRotating Images in the DisplayImages can be rotated 90° and 270° clockwise on the LC

7. Playback-Advanced Functions 103Attaching Sound Memos to ImagesIn Playback mode (including single image playback, index playback, magnified playba

104 7. Playback-Advanced FunctionsThe volume can be adjusted in the Set up menu (p. 68). If you set [Mute] to [On] in the Set up menu, no sound is r

7. Playback-Advanced Functions 1052Select [Program] using the SSSS or TTTTarrow and select between [All images] or one of [Show 1]-[Show 3] using th

106 7. Playback-Advanced Functions1Display the slide show menu (p. 104).2Select [Program] using the SSSS or TTTTarrow and select [Show 1], [Show 2]

7. Playback-Advanced Functions 107Adjusting the Play Time and Repeat Settings1Display the slide show menu (p. 104).2Select [Set up] using the WWWW o

9Preventing MalfunctionsAvoid Strong Magnetic FieldsNever place the camera in close proximity to electric motors or other equipment generating strong

108 7. Playback-Advanced FunctionsProtecting ImagesYou can protect important images from accidental erasure.1In the [ (Play)] menu, select [Protect]

8. Camera Settings 1098. Camera SettingsSetting the Power Saving FunctionThis camera is equipped with a power saving function. Depending on the powe

110 8. Camera Settings1Select [Power Saving] in the [ (Set up)] menu and press the SET button.z See Selecting Menus and Settings (p. 63).2Select [Au

8. Camera Settings 111Setting the Auto Rotate FunctionThis camera is equipped with an Intelligent Orientation sensor that detects the orientation of

112 8. Camera SettingsWhen the camera is held vertically to shoot, the Intelligent Orientation sensor judges the upper end to be "up" and

8. Camera Settings 1131In the [ (Set up)] menu, select [File No. Reset].z See Selecting Menus and Settings (p. 63).2Select [On] using the WWWW or XX

114 8. Camera Settings2Select a menu item using the SSSS or TTTTarrow, then select setting content using the WWWW or XXXX arrow.: Off: General: Scie

8. Camera Settings 1151Press the button to switch to the Playback mode (p. 22).2Press the MENU button and press the XXXX arrow twice.The [ (My Cam

116 8. Camera SettingsFile Format of My Camera SettingsMy Camera settings should conform to the below file formats. However, CF card images shot wit

9. Additional Features 1179. Additional FeaturesDownloading Images to a ComputerThe following methods can be used to download images recorded by the

10 1. Preparing the Camera1. Preparing the CameraComponents GuideFlash p. 38Self-timer Lamp p. 53AF-assist Beam p. 32Red-eye Reduction Lamp p. 3

118 9. Additional FeaturesConnecting the Camera to a ComputerComputer System RequirementsPlease install and use the software on a computer which mee

9. Additional Features 119z MacintoshPowerShot S70PowerShot S60 OS Mac OS X (v10.1.5 ~ v10.3)Computer ModelThe above OS should be preinstalled on c

120 9. Additional Features1Install the driver and the software applications bundled on the Canon Digital Camera Solution Disk (prior to first connec

9. Additional Features 1213Select [Canon CameraWindow] in the events dialog that appears on the computer and click [OK] (first time only). e.g. Powe

122 9. Additional FeaturesIn the case of PowerShot S60Click [Set] in the [CameraWindow-Set Auto-Launch] window (first time only).If the events dialo

9. Additional Features 1231Use the supplied interface cable to connect the computer's USB port to the camera's DIGITAL terminal. (See step

124 9. Additional Features During the downloading of images with [All Images], [New Images] or [DPOF Trans. Images], the button does not blink bl

9. Additional Features 125z Refer to your card adapter's or card reader's manual for information regarding the connection between the comp

126 9. Additional Features4Turn on the TV and switch it to Video mode.5Power the camera into Shooting mode or Playback mode (p. 21).z The image will

9. Additional Features 127About PrintingThere are two ways of printing images shot with this camera.z You can easily print images stored in the CF c

1. Preparing the Camera 11The following cables are used to connect the camera to a computer or printer.Computer: Interface Cable IFC-400PCU (supplie

128 9. Additional FeaturesPhoto LabPrint settings (DPOF Print Settings) (p. 129)Image Transmission Settings (DPOF Transfer Order) (p. 134)Direct Pri

9. Additional Features 129Print Settings (DPOF Print Settings)You can select images on a CF card for printing and specify the number of print copies

130 9. Additional Features3Select images for printing.Single Imagesz When the print type (p. 131) is set to [Standard] or [Both], select an image us

9. Additional Features 1314Press the MENU button.The selection mode will turn off and the Print Order menu will reappear. Images are printed in ord

132 9. Additional Features1In the [ (Play)] menu, select [Print Order] and press the SET button.z See Selecting Menus and Settings (p. 63).2Select [

9. Additional Features 133The date prints as the date and time in the format specified in the Set Date/Time menu (p. 24).zWhen [Print Type] is set t

134 9. Additional Features2Select [Reset] using the WWWW or XXXXarrow and press the SET button.3Select [OK] using the WWWW or XXXX arrow and press t

9. Additional Features 135Selecting Images for Transferring1In the [ (Play)] menu, select [Transfer Order] and press the SET button.z See Selecting

136 9. Additional Featuresz Press the SET button and select [Mark all] using the S or T arrow, then press the SETbutton again to select all the imag

Appendix 137AppendixList of MessagesThe following messages may appear on the LCD monitor.z For messages which may appear when a printer is connected,

12 1. Preparing the CameraControlsViewfinder p. 32 (Flash)/ (Index) Button p. 38, 44MF (Manual Focus)/(Single Image Erase) Button p. 46, 98Omni S

138 AppendixCannot rotate You attempted to rotate a movie or an image that was photographed with another camera, recorded in a different format, or ed

Appendix 139TroubleshootingProblem Cause SolutionCamera will not operate Power is not turned on. Turn on the camera. See Turning the Power On/Off (p.

140 AppendixCannot play back You attempted to play back images shot with another camera or images edited on a computer.In some cases you may be able t

Appendix 141Image is blurred or out of focusCamera moved. zBe careful not to move the camera when pressing the shutter button.zUse a tripod at slow sh

142 AppendixSubject recorded in image is too brightSubject too close causing flash to be too bright. Adjust the flash output with the flash exposure c

Appendix 143CF card image reading is slow Currently used CF card has been formatted in a different device.Use a CF card formatted with this camera. S

144 AppendixUsing the Wireless Controller (Sold Separately)Installing the BatteryInstall the battery (CR2025) into the Wireless Controller WL-DC100 (s

Appendix 145ShootingPress the FUNC. button on the camera. Using the Sor T arrows, select * (drive mode). Using the Wor X arrows, select (remote con

146 AppendixUsing Conversion Lenses (Sold Separately)The camera supports use of the separately sold Tele-converter TC-DC10. In order to attach this le

Appendix 1473Move in the direction of the arrow and insert it into the viewfinder until it clicks into place.z To remove the conversion lens adapter

1. Preparing the Camera 13Shooting Mode DialUse the mode dial to switch between the Shooting modes.z : Auto p. 30The camera automatically selects s

148 AppendixTo turn off the power for a short time such as between shooting sessions, leave the conversion lens attached and lightly press the lens co

Appendix 1492Connect the DC plug of the compact power adapter cable to the DC Coupler DR-700 terminal.3Open the CF card slot/battery cover, then inser

150 AppendixUsing a Car Battery Charger (Sold Separately)Car Battery Charger CBC-NB2 (sold separately) can be used to charge battery packs from an aut

Appendix 151Camera Care and MaintenanceUse the following procedures to clean the camera body, lens, viewfinder, LCD monitor and other parts.Camera bod

152 AppendixSpecificationsAll data is based on Canon's testing standard. Subject to change without notice.PowerShot S70/PowerShot S60Camera Effec

Appendix 153Exposure Compensation ± 2.0 stops in 1/3-stop incrementsAuto exposure bracketing (AEB) is available.Sensitivity Auto, ISO 50/100/200/400 e

154 AppendixImage Recording FormatStill images:Movies:JPEG (Exif 2.2)*1/RAWAVI (Image data: Motion JPEG; Audio data: WAVE (monaural))Compression Super

Appendix 155(W): Wide angle end(T): Telephoto*1This digital camera supports Exif 2.2 (also called "Exif Print"). Exif Print is a standard fo

156 AppendixBattery Performance• The actual figures will vary according to the shooting conditions and settings.Test ConditionsNumber of Images ShotPl

Appendix 157CF Cards and Estimated Capacities (Recordable Images)PowerShot S70 With card included with the cameraFC-32MH FC-64M FC-128MFC-256MH FC-512

14 1. Preparing the CameraInstalling the Battery Pack/CF CardInstall the supplied Battery Pack NB-2LH and CF card in the camera to get ready for sho

158 Appendix* The maximum number of images that can be recorded may be affected by the resolution in the JPEG thumbnails.zThese figures reflect standa

Appendix 159Image File Sizes (Estimated)PowerShot S70PowerShot S60ResolutionCompressionL 3072 x 2304 pixels 3045 KB 1897 KB 902 KBM1 2592 x 1944 pixel

160 AppendixBattery Charger CB-2LT / CB-2LTECompact Power Adapter CA-PS700(Included with the separately sold AC Adapter Kit ACK700)Car Battery Charger

Appendix 161Photo Tips and InformationRegarding the AF Frame (p. 76)AiAF* has a wide range of measuring for accurate focusing. AiAF focuses on the obj

162 Appendixor ImageBrowser (Macintosh), which are included with the camera, you can make fine adjustments to the image quality and coloration when th

Appendix 163Folder File CapacityEach folder usually contains up to 100 images. However, since images shot in Continuous mode and Stitch Assist mode ar

164 AppendixIndexNumerics1st-curtain ... 932nd-curtain ...

Appendix 165File No. Reset ...69File Numbers ...27, 112, 1

166 AppendixMovieEditing ... 60Recording ...

Appendix 167ShutterButton ...12Pressing ...

1. Preparing the Camera 15battery charger and plug it into a power outlet.* Battery charger model names and types vary by region.(For CB-2LT and CB-

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174Functions Available in Each Shooting ModeThis chart shows the functions available in each shooting mode. You can shoot with the settings saved in t

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16 1. Preparing the Cameraaaaa Insert the CF card with its label facing towards you and close the CF card slot / battery cover.z Push the card in un

1. Preparing the Camera 17Battery Pack Handling Precautionsz Keep the battery pack and camera terminals ( ) clean at all times. Dirty terminals may

177DisclaimerzWhile every effort has been made to ensure that the information contained in this guide is accurate and complete, no liability can be ac

18 1. Preparing the Camerain the camera at least once a year before returning it to storage.z The camera consumes the battery charge when the power

1. Preparing the Camera 19z Place the CF card in the supplied case for storage.z Do not use or store CF cards in the following types of locations.-

20 1. Preparing the Cameraaaaa Turn the power on (p. 21).bbbb Press the MENU button, and then the XXXX arrow on the omni selector.The [ (Set up)] me

1. Preparing the Camera 21Turning the Power On/OffThe power/mode indicator remains lit while the power of the camera is on. The power/mode indicator

22 1. Preparing the CameraTurning On the Camera in Playback Modeaaaa Press the (Playback) button.When the power is turned on, the power/mode indic

1. Preparing the Camera 23Switching between Shooting Mode and Playback ModeOpen the lens cover.Power Off Shooting ModePlayback ModePress the (Play

24 1. Preparing the CameraSetting the Date/TimeThe first time the camera power is turned on or whenever the built-in rechargeable lithium battery ch

1. Preparing the Camera 25aaaa Select [Date/Time] using the SSSS or TTTTarrow on the omni selector, then press the SET button.aaaaaSet the date and

26 1. Preparing the CameraSetting the Languageaaaa Turn the power on (p. 21).bbbb Press the MENU button, and then the XXXX arrow on the omni selecto

1. Preparing the Camera 27Using the LCD MonitorOffPressing the DISPLAY button switches the LCD monitor display mode.Shooting ModeOn (No Information)

1Flowchart and Reference Guides This GuideShooting with the CameraCanon Digital Camera Software Starter Guide DiskInstalling the SoftwareThis GuideCon

28 1. Preparing the CameraDisplay ContentsFunction IconShooting ModePlayback ModeReference PageInformation ViewNo InformationDetailed DisplayStandar

1. Preparing the Camera 29*3The value for each content also appears.*4The icon does not display in Shooting mode.*5PowerShot S70 only*6Zoom powers

30 2. Shooting-The Basics2. Shooting-The BasicsAuto Modeaaaa Open the lens cover.bbbb Set the shooting mode dial to .The power/mode indicator light

2. Shooting-The Basics 31z The angle of view can be adjusted within the 28 to 100 mm range, in 35mm film equivalent.z The combined use of the digita

32 2. Shooting-The Basics See page 174 for settings that can be changed in this mode. Images are first saved into the camera's internal memor

2. Shooting-The Basics 33due to the physical separation between the viewfinder and lens. This is called the parallax phenomenon and is more noticeab

34 2. Shooting-The BasicsChanging the Image Display Durationaaaa Turn the power on (p. 21), and press the MENU button.The [ (Rec.)] menu appears.bac

2. Shooting-The Basics 35aaaa Right after shooting, press the FUNC. button while the image is displayed on the LCD monitor.bbbb Select [OK] using WW

36 2. Shooting-The BasicsPowerShot S60* Paper sizes vary according to region.ResolutionPurposeDisplay PixelsL (Large) 2592 x 1944HighLowzPrint A4 si

2. Shooting-The Basics 37cccc Select the resolution you wish to set using the WWWW or XXXX arrow on the omni selector, then press the SET button.aaa

2Table of ContentsItems marked with  are lists or charts that summarize camera functions or procedures.Components Guide. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

38 2. Shooting-The BasicsUsing the FlashUse the flash according to the guidelines below.Shooting Mode DialAuto with red-eye reductionThe flash fires

2. Shooting-The Basics 39Setting the Red-eye Reduction FunctionThe red-eye reduction lamp fires when the flash is used in dark areas. This reduces l

40 2. Shooting-The Basicsaaaa Power the camera in Shooting mode (p. 21) and press the MENU button.The [ (Rec.)] menu appears.bbbb Select [Slow Synch

2. Shooting-The Basics 41 The flash may take up to approximately 10 seconds to charge in some cases. Actual times will vary according to usage and

42 3. Playback-The Basics3. Playback-The BasicsDisplaying Images Individuallyaaaa Press the button.The last recorded image appears on the LCD moni

3. Playback-The Basics 43Magnifying Imagesaaaa Press the button.bbbb Press the zoom button's to magnify the displayed image. Press the to

44 3. Playback-The BasicsViewing Images in Sets of Nine (Index Playback)aaaa Press the button.bbbb Press the button. z Nine images appear at onc

3. Playback-The Basics 45JUMPJUMPJUMPJUMP Jumping Between Imagesaaaa Press the JUMP button while in single image playback (p. 42) or index playback

46 4. Erasing4. ErasingErasing Images Individuallyaaaa Press the button.The last recorded image appears on the LCD monitor.bbbb Select the image y

4. Erasing 47Erasing All Imagesaaaa Press the button to set the camera to Playback mode, then press the MENU button.The [ (Play)] menu appears.Ple

3Selecting an AF Frame . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76Switching between Light Metering Modes . . . . 78Adjusting the Exposure . . . . . . .

48 5. Useful Shooting Functions5. Useful Shooting FunctionsUsing the Shooting Mode Dial (Image Zone)LandscapeUse this mode to shoot landscape scenes

5. Useful Shooting Functions 49aaaa Power the camera in Shooting mode (p. 21).The [ (Rec.)] menu appears.bbbbTurn the shooting mode dial and set it

50 5. Useful Shooting FunctionsShooting Panoramic Images (Stitch Assist)Use this mode to shoot a series of overlapping frames for merging (stitching

5. Useful Shooting Functions 51 To shoot close-ups, slide the camera over the subject, keeping it parallel as you move.ShootingImages can be shot i

52 5. Useful Shooting Functionsaaaa Compose and shoot the second image so that it overlaps the first.z Minor discrepancies in the overlap can be cor

5. Useful Shooting Functions 53aaaa Press the DISPLAY button to turn the LCD monitor on.bbbb Press the button.z The icon appears on the LCD moni

54 5. Useful Shooting Functionscccc Select or using the WWWW or XXXXarrow on the omni selector, then press the FUNC. button.z When the self-time

5. Useful Shooting Functions 55aaaa Turn the shooting mode dial to any Shooting mode except for or .bbbb Press the MENU button to display the [ (

56 5. Useful Shooting FunctionsContinuous ShootingUse this mode to shoot successive frames while the shutter button is fully pressed. The interval

5. Useful Shooting Functions 57aaaa Press the shutter button halfway to lock the focus.bbbb Press the shutter button all the way to shoot.z Shooting

4Read This FirstPlease ReadTest ShotsBefore you try to photograph important subjects, we highly recommend that you shoot several trial images to confi

58 5. Useful Shooting Functionsaaaa Press the FUNC. button.bbbb Select L* (3072 x 2304 or 2592 x 1944) using the SSSS or TTTT arrow on the omni se

5. Useful Shooting Functions 59The maximum movie length has been determined according to standard Canon testing conditions. The maximum length may v

60 5. Useful Shooting FunctionsViewing/Editing MoviesYou can play back movies recorded with the Movie mode and delete unwanted portions from the beg

5. Useful Shooting Functions 61aaaa Select a button from the movie playback panel using the WWWW or XXXXarrow on the omni selector, then press the S

62 5. Useful Shooting Functionsaaaa Select a button from the movie editing panel using the SSSS or TTTT arrow on the omni selector, then press the S

6. Shooting-Advanced Functions 636. Shooting-Advanced FunctionsSelecting Menus and SettingsSelecting Settings by Pressing the FUNC. Button (Only in

64 6. Shooting-Advanced FunctionsPress the MENU button.Press the W or X arrow to switch between menu tabs.Press the S or T arrow to select a menu it

6. Shooting-Advanced Functions 65Rec. MenuPlay MenuSet up MenuMy Camera Menu(p. 113)

66 6. Shooting-Advanced Functions Some menu items may not be available for selection according to the shooting mode (p. 174). You can apply a desi

6. Shooting-Advanced Functions 67Safety ShiftAdjusts the settings so that the exposure will be appropriate when the shooting mode dial is set to o

5Charging the Date/Time Batteryz The camera has a built-in rechargeable lithium battery that maintains the date, time and other camera settings. This

68 6. Shooting-Advanced Functions Play MenuMenu Item Setting contentReference PageProtectProtects images from accidental erasure.p. 108RotateRotates

6. Shooting-Advanced Functions 69ePlayback Vol.Adjusts the sound volume when a movie or sound memo is played.p. 60, 103Settings of Above Items (a -

70 6. Shooting-Advanced Functions My Camera MenuYou can select the theme, start-up image and sound, operation sound, selftimer sound and shutter sou

6. Shooting-Advanced Functions 71Resetting the Settings to DefaultYou can reset the menu and button operation settings to default.1Open the lens cov

72 6. Shooting-Advanced FunctionsUsing the Mode Dial (Creative Zone)You can freely select camera settings such as the shutter speed and aperture val

6. Shooting-Advanced Functions 73z The shutter speed and aperture value will show in red on the LCD monitor when the correct exposure cannot be obta

74 6. Shooting-Advanced Functionsz Adjust the shutter speed using the W or X arrow when the image is underexposed (insufficient light) or overexpose

6. Shooting-Advanced Functions 75z Adjust the aperture value using the W or X arrow when the image is underexposed (insufficient light) or overexpos

76 6. Shooting-Advanced FunctionsWhen the flash fires, the settings will be automatically adjusted even if Safety Shift has been turned off.Selectin

6. Shooting-Advanced Functions 77The AF frame appears in green on the LCD monitor.2Select the auto selection or center-point AF frame using the SSSS

6 WarningszDo not aim the camera directly into the sun or at other intense light sources which could damage your eyesight.zDo not trigger the flash in

78 6. Shooting-Advanced Functions3Press the button.z You can immediately shoot the image using the selected AF frame by pressing the shutter butto

6. Shooting-Advanced Functions 791Press the button to select a metering mode.z Each press of the button changes the metering mode as follows.z T

80 6. Shooting-Advanced FunctionsAdjusting the ExposureAdjust the exposure compensation setting to avoid making the subject too dark when it is back

6. Shooting-Advanced Functions 81Adjusting the Tone (White Balance)When the white balance mode is set to match the light source, the camera reproduc

82 6. Shooting-Advanced FunctionszPlease see page 82 regarding the custom setting.zYou can shoot the image right after selecting settings by press

6. Shooting-Advanced Functions 833Aim the camera at a white paper or cloth, or gray card and press the SET button.The white balance data is recorded

84 6. Shooting-Advanced FunctionsChanging the ISO SpeedBy raising the ISO speed, you can shoot bright images even in poor lighting conditions. This

6. Shooting-Advanced Functions 85Changing the Photo EffectBy setting a photo effect before you shoot, you can change the look and feel of the pictur

86 6. Shooting-Advanced Functionsz You can shoot the image right after selecting settings by pressing the shutter button. The menu displays again af

6. Shooting-Advanced Functions 872Select * (BKT-Off) using the SSSSor TTTT arrow.* The current setting is displayed.3Select (AEB), press the SET bu

7zRemove the power cord on a regular periodic basis and wipe away the dust and dirt that collects on the plug, the exterior of the power outlet and th

88 6. Shooting-Advanced Functions2Select * (BKT-Off) using the SSSSor TTTT arrow, select (Focus-BKT) using the WWWW or XXXXarrow and press the SET

6. Shooting-Advanced Functions 89Locking the Exposure Setting (AE Lock)You can set the exposure and focus separately. This is effective when the con

90 6. Shooting-Advanced Functions2. Focus on the subject on which you wish to lock the exposure and press the shutter button halfway.3. Press the

6. Shooting-Advanced Functions 913While pressing the shutter button halfway, press the button.z The flash exposure compensation setting locks (FE

92 6. Shooting-Advanced FunctionsSetting the Flash Adjustment/Flash Output1Press the FUNC. button.Shooting Mode DialFlash AdjustzWhen [Flash Adjust]

6. Shooting-Advanced Functions 93Switching the Timing at which the Flash FiresShooting Mode Dial1st-curtainThe flash fires right after the shutter o

94 6. Shooting-Advanced FunctionsShooting Images at Set Intervals (Intervalometer)You can shoot images at a set interval. This function can be used

6. Shooting-Advanced Functions 95* In some cases, the actual maximum number of shots may be fewer than the displayed number.4Press the SET button.z

96 6. Shooting-Advanced FunctionsShooting Problem Subjects for the AutofocusThe autofocus may not work well on the following types of subjects.z Sub

6. Shooting-Advanced Functions 97Shooting in AF Lock Mode1Aim the AF frame at an object at a similar distance to the subject you wish to shoot.2Pres