Canon A650 IS User Manual

Camera User GuideENGLISHEnsure that you read the Safety Precautions (p. 172-p. 181).Getting StartedLearning MoreComponents GuideBasic OperationsCommon

Preparations8Getting StartedPreparations1. Slide the battery cover lock (a) and hold it open while sliding the cover (b) and opening it (c).2. Install

Various Shooting Methods98Shooting with the AF Lock* Not available in or mode.To Release the AF LockPress the button and use the or button t

Various Shooting Methods99Shooting in Manual Focus ModeThe focus can be manually set.* Not available in or mode.1Turn on the LCD monitor.2Press th

Various Shooting Methods100To Cancel the Manual FocusPress the button and use the or button to select (Normal). Using the Manual Focus in Comb

Various Shooting Methods101See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 207).You can set the exposure and focus separately. This is effective whe

Various Shooting Methods102Changing the Shutter Speed and Aperture Value CombinationThe automatically selected combinations of shutter speeds and aper

Various Shooting Methods103See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 207).You can lock the flash exposure so that the exposure settings are co

Various Shooting Methods104See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 207).* Only can be set.Raise the ISO speed to use a fast shutter speed

Various Shooting Methods1051Adjust the ISO Speed.1. Press the button.2. Use the or buttons to change the setting. 3. Press the button.• Select

Various Shooting Methods106See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 207).When the camera shake warning icon ( ) appears during shooting, this

Various Shooting Methods107 ButtonAuto3Press the shutter button halfway.• When is displayed, the button lights in blue.4Press the shutter but-to

Preparations9Getting Started3. Close the cover (a), and press downward as you slide it until it clicks into place (b). Removing the BatteriesRemove t

Various Shooting Methods108See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 207).* Cannot be used in mode.Adjust the exposure compensation to a pos

Various Shooting Methods109See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 207).The following metering modes are available.Switching between Meterin

Various Shooting Methods110Lock the Spot AE Point to the Center/Couple the Spot AE Point to the AF Frame 1Select [Spot AE Point].1. Press the button

Various Shooting Methods111See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 207).Normally, the (auto white balance) setting selects an optimal whit

Various Shooting Methods112Using the Custom White BalanceTake a custom white balance reading for the following situations that are difficult for the

Various Shooting Methods113z You are recommended to set the shooting mode to and the exposure compensation setting to [±0] before setting a custom w

Various Shooting Methods114See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 207).You can change the look of an image when it is shot.Configuring My C

Various Shooting Methods115Setting the Camera to a Custom Color Mode ( )1Select .1. Press the button.2. Use the or button to select and choose

Various Shooting Methods116See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 207).Although the built-in flash will fire with automatic flash adjustmen

Various Shooting Methods117See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 207).Flash exposure compensation can be adjusted in the range of -2 to +2

Preparations10Getting Started1. Slide the battery cover lock (a) and hold it open while sliding the cover (b) and opening it (c).2. Insert the memory

Various Shooting Methods118See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 207).When shooting, the flash output can be controlled in three steps, up

Various Shooting Methods119See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 207).Switching the Timing at which the Flash Fires Shooting Mode 1st-curt

Various Shooting Methods120See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 207).The camera automatically changes the shutter speed or aperture value

Various Shooting Methods121See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 207).You can register a function that you often use when shooting with th

Various Shooting Methods122To Cancel the Shortcut ButtonSelect in Step 2.Using the ButtonSee Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 207).*1

Various Shooting Methods123See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 207).You can save frequently used shooting modes and various shooting set

Various Shooting Methods1241Register the desired contents.• Adjust the mode dial to the mode you wish to register.• Set the shooting function you wish

Various Shooting Methods125See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 207).Your camera is equipped with an Intelligent Orientation sensor that

Various Shooting Methods126See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 207).You can create a new folder at any time and the recorded images will

Various Shooting Methods127Setting the Day or Time for Automatic Folder Creation.2Accept the setting.1. Use the or button to check mark [Create Ne

Preparations11Getting Started3. Close the cover (a), and press downward as you slide it until it clicks into place (b). To Remove the Memory CardPush

Various Shooting Methods128See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 207).The images you shoot are automatically assigned file numbers. You ca

Various Shooting Methods129File and Folder NumbersRecorded images are assigned consecutive file numbers starting with0001 and ranging up to 9999, whil

Playback/Erasing130To Cancel the Magnified DisplayPress the zoom lever toward . (You can also cancel it immediately by pressing the MENU button.) Mag

Playback/Erasing131To Return to Single Image PlaybackPress the zoom lever toward . Viewing Images in Sets of Nine (Index Playback)1Press the zoom lev

Playback/Erasing132Focus Check display allows you to check the focus of images taken. At this time, faces in the image are detected and frames matchin

Playback/Erasing133To Return to Single Image PlaybackPress the button.Switching FramesChanging the Display Position1Press .• When multiple in-focus

Playback/Erasing134When you have many images recorded onto a memory card, it is handy to use the five search keys below to jump over images to find th

Playback/Erasing135Viewing Movies (Movie Replay Control Panel) Movies cannot be played in the index playback mode.1Display the movie file.1. Use the

Playback/Erasing136Operating the Movie Control PanelUse the or button to select and press the FUNC./SET button.Exit Ends playback and returns to s

Playback/Erasing137Images can be rotated clockwise 90° or 270° in the display. Rotating Images in the Display1Select [Rotate].1. Press the button.2

Preparations12Getting StartedThe LCD monitor can be used to check an image during shooting, to play back recorded images or to adjust menu settings. I

Playback/Erasing138You can select the transition effect displayed when switching between images.Playback with Transition EffectsNo transition effect.T

Playback/Erasing139Use this feature to automatically play back all of the images in the memory card. The LCD monitor displays each image for approxima

Playback/Erasing140You can correct red eyes in recorded images. Red-Eye Correction FunctionRed eyes may not be automatically detected in some images o

Playback/Erasing1413Correct the image.1. Use the , , or button to select [Start].2. Press the button.4Save the image.1. Use the , , or b

Playback/Erasing142z When there is not enough space left on the memory card, red-eye correction cannot be performed.z Although you can apply red-eye c

Playback/Erasing143Add Correction Frame1Select [Add Frame].1. Use the , , or button to select [Add Frame].2. Press the button.• A green frame

Playback/Erasing144Removing Correction Frames1Select [Remove Frame].1. Use the , , or button to select [Remove Frame].2. Press the button.2Adj

Playback/Erasing145You can resave images that were recorded at high recording pixel settings at lower settings. Resizing Images1600 x 1200 pixels640 x

Playback/Erasing1464Save the image.1. Use the or button to select [OK].2. Press the button.• The resized image will be saved in a new file.• If

Playback/Erasing147In playback mode, you can attach sound memos (up to 1 min.) to an image. The sound data is saved in the WAVE format.Attaching Sound

Preparations13Getting StartedThe Date/Time settings menu will appear the first time the power is turned on. Set the date and time as shown in Step 3 a

Playback/Erasing148Sound Memo PanelUse the or button to select an option and press FUNC./SETYou can protect important images and movies from accid

Playback/Erasing149 Erasing All Imagesz Note that erased images cannot be recovered. Exercise adequate caution before erasing an image.z Protected ima

Print Settings/Transfer Settings150You can select images on a memory card for printing and specify the number of print copies in advance using the cam

Print Settings/Transfer Settings1511Select [Print Settings].1. Set the mode switch to .2. Press the button.3. Use the or button to select the

Print Settings/Transfer Settings152Single Images1Select [Select Images & Qty.].1. Set the mode switch to .2. Press the button.3. Use the or

Print Settings/Transfer Settings153All the Images on a Memory Cardz Index ( )1. Use the or button to select the images.2. Select and deselect with

Print Settings/Transfer Settings1542Select [OK].1. Use the or button to select [OK].2. Press the button.z The output of some printers or photo d

Print Settings/Transfer Settings155You can use the camera to specify settings for images before downloading to a computer. Refer to the Software Start

Print Settings/Transfer Settings156All the Images on a Memory Card1Select [Transfer Order].1. Set the mode switch to .2. Press the button.3. In the

Connecting to a TV157You can use the supplied AV cable to shoot or playback images using a TV. Shooting/Playback Using a TV1Turn off the camera and th

Preparations14Getting StartedYou can change the language displayed in the LCD monitor menus and messages. 1. Set the mode switch to (Playback). 2. H

Troubleshooting158• Camera (p. 158).• When the power is turned on (p. 159).• LCD monitor (p. 159).• Shooting (p. 161).• Shooting movies (p. 164).• Pla

Troubleshooting159Sounds come from the camera interior.The camera’s horizontal/vertical orientation was changed.z The camera’s orientation mechanism i

Troubleshooting160A bar of light (purplish red) appears on the LCD monitor.Sometimes appears when shooting a bright subject, such as the sun or other

Troubleshooting161ShootingCamera will not record.Mode switch is set to (playback).z Set the mode switch to (shooting) (p. 15).Flash is charging. z

Troubleshooting162AF-assist Beam is set to [Off].z In dark places where it is difficult for the camera to focus, the AF-assist Beam will emit to assis

Troubleshooting163Too much light is shining directly into the camera, or is being reflected off the subject.z Change the shooting angle.Flash is set t

Troubleshooting164Continuous shooting slows down.The memory card’s performance has dropped.z To enhance the continuous shooting performance, you are r

Troubleshooting165“!” displayed on the LCD monitor in red and shooting automatically stopped.There is insufficient free space in the camera’s built-in

Troubleshooting166Reading images from memory card is slow.Memory card was formatted in another device.z Use a memory card formatted in your camera (p.

Troubleshooting167Printing with a direct print compatible printerCannot printThe camera and printer are not properly connected.z Securely connect the

Shooting Still Images15Getting StartedShooting Still Images 1. Press the ON/OFF button.• The start-up sound will play and the start-up image will disp

List of Messages168The following messages may appear on the LCD monitor during shooting or playback. Please refer to the Direct Print User Guide for t

List of Messages169Naming error!The file name could not be created because there is an image with the same name as the folder that the camera is attem

List of Messages170Incompatible WAVEA sound memo cannot be added to this image since the data type of the existing sound memo is incorrect, or the sou

List of Messages171Lens error, restart cameraAn error was detected while the lens was in motion, and the power has been automatically turned off. This

Appendix172z Before using the camera, please ensure that you read the safety precautions described below and in the “Safety Precautions” section. Alwa

Appendix173 WarningsEquipmentz Do not point the camera directly at the sun or bright light sources.Doing so could damage the camera's CCD or your

Appendix174z Do not use substances containing alcohol, benzine, thinners or other flammable substances to clean or maintain the equipment.z Do not cut

Appendix175z When recharging the Canon AA-size NiMH batteries, use only a specified battery charger.z The compact power adapter is designed for exclus

Appendix176 CautionsEquipmentz Be careful not to bang the camera or subject it to strong impacts or shocks that could lead to injury or damage the equ

Appendix177Flashz Do not operate the flash with dirt, dust or other items stuck to the surface of the flash.z Be careful not to cover the flash with y

Shooting Still Images16Getting Started4. Press the shutter button lightly (press halfway) to set the focus.• When the camera focuses, it beeps twice a

Appendix178Battery HandlingBattery ChargeThe following icon and message will display.Battery Handling Precautionsz This camera uses AA-size alkaline b

Appendix179z Before installing the batteries, wipe the battery terminals well with a dry cloth.If the battery terminals are soiled with oil from one’s

Appendix180Handling the Memory CardSD memory card or SDHC memory cardWrite Protect TabCautions When Handlingz Memory cards are high-precision electron

Appendix181Formattingz Please note that formatting (initializing) an memory card erases all data, including protected images.z You are recommended to

Appendix182Using Rechargeable Batteries (Battery and Charger Kit CBK4-300)This kit includes a battery charger and four rechargeable AA-size NiMH (nick

Appendix183z Wipe the battery terminals well with a dry cloth in the following situations, as the terminals may be soiled with oil from one’s skin or

Appendix184Using the AC Adapter Kit ACK600It is best to power the camera with AC Adapter Kit ACK600 (sold separately) when you are using it for long p

Appendix185The camera supports use of the separately sold Wide Converter WC-DC58B and Tele-converter TC-DC58C. In order to attach these lenses, you al

Appendix186Attaching a Lens1Be sure that the camera is turned off.2Press the ring release button and hold it down (a), and turn the ring in the direct

Appendix1874Align the z mark on the conversion lens adapter with the mark on the camera, and turn the adapter in the direction of the arrows as far

Shooting Still Images17Getting StartedRecorded images are displayed on the LCD monitor for approximately 2 seconds immediately after shooting. You can

Appendix188Converter SettingsSettings for when shooting using [IS Mode] (p. 70) with the separately sold Wide Converter WC-DC58B or Tele-converter TC-

Appendix189High-Power Flash HF-DC1This flash is used to supplement the camera’s built-in flash when the subject is too far away for proper illuminatio

Appendix190 Batteriesz Charge becomes Severely LimitedIf the battery usage time has considerably diminished, wipe the battery terminals well with a d

Appendix191Camera BodyGently wipe dirt off the camera body with a soft cloth or eyeglass lens wiper.LensFirst use a lens blower brush to remove dust a

Appendix192All data is based on Canon’s standard testing methods. Subject to change without notice.PowerShot A650 ISSpecifications(W): Max. wide angle

Appendix193Metering System : Evaluative*1, Center-weighted average or Spot*2*1 When [AF Frame] is set to [Face Detect], the brightness of the face is

Appendix194Recording Media : SD memory card/SDHC memory card/MultiMediaCard/MMCplus card/HC MMCplus cardFile Format : Design rule for camera file syst

Appendix195Playback Modes : Single (histogram displayable), Index (9 thumbnail images), Magnified (approx. 10x (max.) in LCD monitor, advance or rever

Appendix196Battery Capacityz The actual figures will vary according to the shooting conditions and settings.z Movie data is excluded.z At low temperat

Appendix197Memory Cards and Estimated Capacities: Memory card included with the camera• Capable of smooth continuous shooting (p. 88) when memory car

Workflow and Reference GuidesThe following guides are available. Refer to them as necessary according to the flowchart below. Camera User GuideConnect

Viewing Still Images18Getting StartedViewing Still Images1. Set the mode switch to (Playback).The last recorded image will display.2. Use the or

Appendix198Movie:Memory card included with the camera• Maximum movie clip length at : 3 min. The figures indicate the maximum continuous recording t

Appendix199MultiMediaCardSD Memory CardNiMH Battery NB-3AH(Supplied with the separately sold NiMH Battery NB4-300 set or the Battery and Charger Kit C

Appendix200Battery Charger CB-5AH/CB-5AHE(Supplied with the separately sold Battery and Charger Kit CBK4-300)*1 When charging four NB-3AH batteries*2

Appendix201Tele-converter TC-DC58C (Sold Separately)Conversion Lens Adapter LA-DC58J (Sold Separately)(W): Max. wide angle (T): Max. telephoto*1 When

Index202Numerics1st-curtain ... 1192nd-curtain ... 1193:2 Guide ...45, 50,

Index203Flash Adjustment ...117Flash Output ...118FlexiZone ...93Focus ...

Index204MoviePlayback ...21, 135Shooting...19Mute... 46My C

Index205Indoor...75ISO 3200...76Night Scene ...74Snow...75Un

206Trademark Acknowledgments• Microsoft, Windows Vista and the Windows Vista logo are trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or

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Shooting Movies19Getting StartedShooting Movies 1. Press the ON/OFF button. 2. Select a shooting mode. 1. Set the mode switch to (Shooting).2. Set t

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Shooting Movies20Getting Started4. Press the shutter button lightly (press halfway) to set the focus.• An electronic beep will sound twice and the ind

Viewing Movies21Getting StartedViewing Movies1. Set the mode switch to (Playback).2. Use the or button to display a movie and press the button.

Erasing22Getting StartedErasing1. Set the mode switch to (Playback).2. Use the or button to select an image to erase and press the button.3. S

Printing23Getting StartedPrinting1. Connect the camera to a direct print compatible printer*1.• Slip a fingernail under the left edge of the terminal

Printing24Getting Started2. Turn on the printer.3. Set the camera’s mode switch to (Playback) and press the ON/OFF button.• The button will light

Downloading Images to a Computer25Getting StartedDownloading Images to a ComputerItems to Prepare• Camera and computer• Canon Digital Camera Solution

Downloading Images to a Computer26Getting Started1. Installing the software. Windows1. Place the Canon Digital Camera Solution Disk in the computer&a

Downloading Images to a Computer27Getting Started2. Connecting the camera to a computer.1. Connect the supplied interface cable to the computer's

Checking the Package Contents1Checking the Package ContentsThe following items are included in the package. If something is missing, please contact th

Downloading Images to a Computer28Getting Started WindowsSelect [Canon CameraWindow] and click [OK].CameraWindow will display.Preparations for downlo

Downloading Images to a Computer29Getting Started MacintoshThe following window will appear when you establish a connection between the camera and co

Downloading Images to a Computer30Getting Started1. Confirm that the Direct Transfer menu is displayed on the camera's LCD monitor.• The button

Downloading Images to a Computer31Getting Started Select & Transfer/Wallpaper2. Use the or button to select or and press the (or ) button.3.

System Map32Getting StartedSystem MapWrist StrapWS-DC4AA AlkalineBatteries (x4) Compact Power AdapterCA-PS500 Power CordAC Adapter Kit ACK600Supplie

System Map33Getting StartedDirect Interface CableUSB CardReaderPCMCIAAdapterSD Memory Card*6• SDC-128M• SDC-512MSHCompact Photo Printers*2 *3 (SELPHY

System Map34Getting StartedThe following camera accessories are sold separately. Some accessories are not sold in some regions, or may no longer be av

System Map35Getting Started Other Accessories• SD Memory CardSD memory cards and SDHC memory cards are used to store images recorded by the camera.Ca

System Map36Getting Started

37Learning More

Table of Contents2Table of ContentsItems marked with a are lists or charts that summarize camera functions or procedures.Please Read 6Components Gui

Components Guide38 Front ViewaSpeakerb AF-assist Beam (p. 45)c Red-Eye Reduction Lamp (p. 89)d Self-Timer Lamp (p. 64)e Viewfinder Window (p. 39)f Fl

Components Guide39 Back Viewa LCD Monitor (p. 49)b Viewfinderc A/V OUT (Audio/Video Output) Terminal (p. 157)d Wrist Strap Mount (p. 9)e DIGITAL Term

Components Guide40 Controlsa (Print/Share) Button (p. 121)b Indicators (p. 41)c ON/OFF Button (p. 13)d Power Lampe Shutter Button (p. 16)f Zoom Lever

Components Guide41The indicators on the back of the camera will light or blink under the following conditions.• Upper Indicator• Lower IndicatorThis c

Basic Operations42Settings for the shooting or playback modes, or camera settings such as the print, date/time, and sound settings are set using the F

Basic Operations43 Button (Rec., Play, Print and Set up Menus)Convenient settings for shooting, playback or printing can be set with these menus.1Pr

Basic Operations44See Functions Available in Each Shooting ModeFUNC. MenuThe icons shown here indicate the default settings (factory settings).Rec. Me

Basic Operations45Safety FE On*/Off p. 120Spot AE Point Center*/AF Point p. 110Safety Shift On/Off* p. 86Auto ISO ShiftOff*/ Button/Onp. 106MF-Point Z

Basic Operations46Play Menu Print Menu Set up Menu Menu ItemReferencePageMenu ItemReferencePageAuto Play p. 139 Printp. 150Red-Eye Correctionp. 140 S

Basic Operations47Playback Vol. Adjusts the playback volume of movies and sound memos.Start-up Image On*/Off Sets whether or not the Start-up Image ap

Table of Contents3 Using the Self-Timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64Changing the Recording Pixels (Still Images) . . . . .

Basic Operations48*1 The connection method with the printer can be changed for printing. Although it is normally not necessary to change the setting,

Basic Operations49Using the LCD Monitor1Press the button.• The display mode changes as follows with each press.• The shooting information displays f

Basic Operations50Shooting Information (Shooting Mode) Information Displayed on the LCD MonitoraISO Speed p. 104White Balance p. 111Drive Mode pp. 64,

Basic Operations51* Displays when the shutter button is pressed halfway. Since the camera automatically readjusts for the optimal settings when using

Basic Operations52Playback Information (Playback Mode) Standard  Detailed aDisplayed Image Number/Total Number of Images –Folder Number-File Number

Basic Operations53 Focus Check Display bShutter Speed 15–1/2000 pp. 84, 87Aperture Value F2.8–F8.0 pp. 85, 87Recording Pixels/Frame Rate (Movies)p. 7

Basic Operations54The following information may also be displayed with some images.A sound file in a format other than the WAVE format is attached or

Basic Operations55Resetting Settings to Their Default Values1Select [Reset All].1. Press the button.2. Use the or button to select the menu.3.

Basic Operations56You should always format a new memory card or one from which you wish to erase all images and other data.Formatting Memory CardsPlea

Commonly Used Shooting Functions57See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 207).The zoom can be adjusted from 35 mm – 210 mm (focal length) i

Table of Contents4Adjusting Exposure for Built-in Flash Shooting (Safety FE) . . 120 Registering Settings to the Print/Share Button. . . 121Setting

Commonly Used Shooting Functions58See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 207).* Cannot be set in and modes.You can combine digital zoom

Commonly Used Shooting Functions592Accept the setting.1. Use the or button to select [Standard].2. Press the button.3Press the zoom lever toward

Commonly Used Shooting Functions60Safety Zoom ZoneDepending on the number of recording pixels set, you can zoom without pausing up to a factor where t

Commonly Used Shooting Functions61Shooting with the Digital Tele-Converter1Select [Digital Zoom].1. Press the button.2. In the menu, use the or

Commonly Used Shooting Functions62See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 207).* Cannot be set in and modes. Using the Flash Shooting M

Commonly Used Shooting Functions63See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 207).* Cannot be set in mode.Use this mode to shoot close-ups of

Commonly Used Shooting Functions64See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 207).* Cannot be set in mode.You can set the time delay and the

Commonly Used Shooting Functions65Changing the Delay Time and Number of Shots1Select .1. Press the button.2. Use the or button to select and c

Commonly Used Shooting Functions66See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 207).* Cannot be set in mode.Approximate Values for Recording Pi

Commonly Used Shooting Functions67See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 207).Approximate Values for Compression SettingsChanging the Compr

Table of Contents5Preventing Malfunctions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 177Battery Handling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Commonly Used Shooting Functions68See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 207).* Cannot be set in mode.You can shoot images with the optim

Commonly Used Shooting Functions69See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 207).* Cannot be set in mode.You can embed the date in the image

Commonly Used Shooting Functions70See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 207).* Only [Continuous] and [Off] can be set.The lens shift image

Commonly Used Shooting Functions71LCD Monitor Icons1Select [IS Mode].1. Press the button.2. In the menu, use the or button to select [IS Mode]

Shooting Using the Mode Dial72 Auto (p. 15)The camera automatically selects settings. Image Zone (pp. 73- 81)When a shooting mode appropriate for th

Shooting Using the Mode Dial73 Creative Zone (pp. 82- 87, 123)With these settings, you select parameters such as the shutter speed or aperture value

Shooting Using the Mode Dial74 (Special Scene)You can shoot with the most appropriate settings for the scene. Night SnapshotAllows you to take snapsho

Shooting Using the Mode Dial75 IndoorPrevents camera shake and maintains the subject’s true color when shooting under fluorescent or tungsten lighting

Shooting Using the Mode Dial76 UnderwaterAppropriate for shooting images with Waterproof Case WP-DC18 (sold separately). This mode uses an optimal whi

Shooting Using the Mode Dial77See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 207).The following movie modes are available.The recording time will v

Please Read6Please ReadTest ShotsBefore you try to photograph important subjects, we highly recommend that you shoot several trial images to confirm t

Shooting Using the Mode Dial783Shoot.• Pressing the shutter button halfway automatically sets the exposure, focus and white balance settings.• Pressin

Shooting Using the Mode Dial79Changing Recording PixelsYou can change the recording pixels when the movie mode is set to (Standard) (frame rate is fi

Shooting Using the Mode Dial80See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 207).Stitch Assist can be used to shoot overlapping images that can la

Shooting Using the Mode Dial813Shoot the first image in the sequence.• The exposure and white balance are set and locked with the first image.4Compose

Shooting Using the Mode Dial82See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 207).The camera automatically sets the shutter speed and aperture valu

Shooting Using the Mode Dial83See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 207).When you set the shutter speed, the camera automatically selects

Shooting Using the Mode Dial84z The aperture value and shutter speed change according to the zoom state as followsz The fastest shutter speed for flas

Shooting Using the Mode Dial85See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 207).The aperture adjusts the amount of light entering through the len

Shooting Using the Mode Dial86z The maximum shutter speed with synchronized flash is 1/500 second. Therefore, even if an aperture value is preset, the

Shooting Using the Mode Dial87See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 207).You can manually set the shutter speed and aperture to shoot imag

Getting Startedz Preparationsz Shooting Still Imagesz Viewing Still Imagesz Shooting Moviesz Viewing Moviesz Erasingz Printingz Downloading Images to

Various Shooting Methods88See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 207).In this mode, the camera shoots continuously while the shutter button

Various Shooting Methods89See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 207).* Cannot be set in and modes.This function reduces the red-eye ef

Various Shooting Methods90See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 207).You can shoot with the flash at slow shutter speeds. When shooting at

Various Shooting Methods91See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 207).Allows you to check the focus of an image taken.Face Detect displays

Various Shooting Methods92To Cancel the Focus CheckPress the shutter button halfway.3Shoot.• The image is displayed.• Frames are displayed as follows.

Various Shooting Methods93See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 207).* Cannot be set in mode.The AF frame indicates the area of the comp

Various Shooting Methods942Accept the setting.1. Use the or button to select [Face Detect], [AiAF], [Center] or [FlexiZone].2. Press the button.

Various Shooting Methods95Changing the AF Frame Size ([Center] or [Flexi-Zone])You can change the AF frame size to match the size of a subject.You red

Various Shooting Methods96Changing the AF Frame Position ([FlexiZone])You can move the AF frame to any position. This allows you to set the focus more

Various Shooting Methods97See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 207).* Cannot be used in mode.It may be difficult to focus on the follow