Canon POWERSHOT A75 User Manual

Camera User Guidez Please read the Read This First section (p. 7).z Please also see the Canon Digital Camera Software Starter Guide Disk and the Direc

8Read This FirstSafety Precautionsz Before using the camera, please ensure that you have read and understood the safety precautions described below. A

98Various FunctionsDPOF Print SettingsYou can select images on a CF card for printing and specify the number of print copies in advance using the came

99Various Functionsz When the print type (p. 100) is set to [Index], select an image using or and mark or remove marks from images using or .A che

100Various Functionssettings when printing images that have had the date embedded with the [Date Stamp] function. This may cause the date to be printe

101Various Functions3Select (Print Type), (Date) or (File No.) using or .4Select a setting using or . Print TypeSelect [Standard], [Index]

102Various Functions1In the [ (Play)] menu, select (Print Order) and press the SET button.zSee Selecting Menus and Settings (p. 65).2Use or to

103Various FunctionsFor setting all images on the CF cardz Switch to index playback (a set of three images) by pressing the zoom lever toward .z Pres

104Various FunctionsDownloading Images to a ComputerThe following methods can be used to download images recorded by the camera to a computer. Some me

105Various FunctionszMacintoshDisplay800 x 600 pixels/High Color (16 bit) or better is required1,024 x 768 pixels or better is recommendedOSMac OS 9.0

106Various FunctionsIMPORTANTYou must install the software and driver bundled on the supplied Canon Digital Camera Solution Disk onto your computer be

107Various Functions3Set the camera's mode switch to .4Press the ON/OFF button until the power lamp lights green.z WindowsJ Proceed to steps 5 a

9Read This FirstWARNINGSz Do not aim the camera directly into the sun or at other intense light sources which could damage your eyesight.z Do not trig

108Various Functions6Click [Set] in the [CameraWindow - Set Auto-Launch] window (first time only).z The Download Image window will display.z Using the

109Various Functions1Confirm that the Direct Transfer menu is displayed on the camera's LCD monitor. z The button will light blue.z Press the M

110Various Functions3Use or to select images to download and press the button (or SET button).z The images will download.z The button will bli

111Various FunctionsConnecting the Camera to the Computer to Download Images without Installing the SoftwareIf you are using Windows XP or Mac OS X (v

112Various Functions2Double-click the icon of the drive with the CF card. z Depending on the operating system, a window opens automatically.3Copy imag

113Various Functions3Plug the other ends of the AV cable to the video in and audio in jacks on the TV.4Turn on the TV and switch it to Video mode.5Tur

114Various FunctionsSetting the File No. Reset to [Off] is useful for avoiding file name duplication when images are downloaded to a computer.About Fi

115Various FunctionsFolder File CapacityEach folder usually contains up to 100 images. However, since images shot in Continuous Shooting or Stitch Ass

116Various Functions2Select [ (My Camera)] using or and select a menu item using or .3Select the contents you wish to set using or .4Press the ME

117Various Functions5Press the DISP. button.z An image appears.Start-up Image: Go to step 6a,7aStart-up Sound, Shutter Sound, Operation Sound, and Sel

10Read This Firstz Stop operating the equipment if it is dropped or the casing is damaged. Failure to do so may result in fire or electrical shock. Im

118Various Functionsz Recording starts.z Recording stops when the time is exceeded.• Start-up Sound: 1 second• Operation Sound: 0.3 seconds• Self-time

119Various Functions• Recording TimeAny file formats other than those described above cannot be used with this camera.An example of this function is t

120List of MessagesThe following table explains each of the messages that may appear on the LCD monitor.z For messages which may appear when a printer

121List of MessagesCorrupted data You attempted to play back an image with corrupted data.RAW You attempted to play back an image recorded in the RAW

122TroubleshootingProblem Cause SolutionThe camera doesn't function.The camera is turned off. z Press the ON/OFF button for a few moments.The CF

123TroubleshootingThe camera doesn't shoot.The CF card is not formatted correctly.z Format the CF card. (p. 21).z The card may be defective (its

124TroubleshootingThe batteries are consumed quickly.Battery capacity drops due to low ambient temperatures.z If shooting in a cold area, keep the bat

125TroubleshootingShots are blurry or unfocused.Subject out of focal range. z Ensure that there is at least 46 cm (1.5 ft.) between the camera lens an

126TroubleshootingThe subject comes out overexposed (too bright).Light is shining or reflecting into the camera.z Adjust the camera angle.The flash mo

127TroubleshootingImage not showing on TV.Incorrect video system setting. z Set the video system to the appropriate setting, NTSC or PAL, for your TV.

11Read This Firstz Do not place the batteries near a heat source or expose them to direct flame or heat. Neither should you immerse them in water. Suc

128AppendixUsing the Power Kits (Sold Separately)Using Rechargeable Batteries(Battery and Charger Kit CBK4-200)Included are the battery charger and fo

129Appendix- If the battery usage time has considerably diminished- If the number of recordable images has considerably diminished- When charging the

130Appendixz Charging time varies according to ambient temperature and to the batteries' initial charge state.z The battery charger may emit nois

131Appendix2Open the terminal cover, and connect the compact power adapter's DC plug into the camera's DC IN terminal.z Please unplug the ad

132Appendixz When using the wide converter, please set the camera to the wide angle end.z The wide converter blocks part of the view through the viewf

133AppendixAttaching a Lens1Be sure that the camera is turned off.2Press the ring release button and hold it down, and turn the ring in the direction

134Appendixz Completely remove all dust and dirt from conversion lenses with a lens blower brush before use. The camera may focus on any dirt that rem

135AppendixNever use water, paint thinner, benzene, or detergents to clean the camera, as these may cause damage or deformation.LCD Monitor, Viewfinde

136Specifications All data is based on Canon’s standard testing methods. Subject to change without notice.Camera Effective Pixels Approx. 3.2 millionI

137SpecificationsExposure Control SystemProgram AE/Shutter-priority AE/Aperture-priority AE/Manual exposure controlExposure Compensation ± 2 stops in

12Read This FirstCAUTIONSz Avoid using, placing or storing the equipment in places subject to strong sunlight or high temperatures, such as the dashbo

138SpecificationsCompression Superfine, Fine, NormalNumber of Recording PixelsStill ImagesLarge : 2048 x 1536 pixels Medium 1: 1600 x 1200 pixelsMediu

139Specifications*1This digital camera supports Exif 2.2 (also called "Exif Print"). Exif Print is a standard for enhancing the communicatio

140SpecificationsBattery Performance*The data above reflects standard Canon testing conditions. The actual figures will vary according to the shooting

141SpecificationszSome CF cards are not sold in some regions.zThe maximum movie clip length is approximately 30 sec. ( )* or 3 min. ( , ). The times

142SpecificationsNiMH Battery NB-2AHSupplied with the separately sold NiMH Battery NB4-200 set and the Battery/Charger Kit CBK4-200.Battery Charger CB

143SpecificationsWide Converter WC-DC52 (Sold Separately)Close-up Lens 250D 52 mm (Sold Separately)MagnificationApprox. 0.7x (35 mm film equivalent at

144Photo Tips and InformationThis section offers photography tips.z Tip for Using the Self-timer (p. 45)Normally, the camera shakes a little when you

145Photo Tips and InformationOptimal ExposureOverexposureThe whole recorded image is bright, which makes black elements of the image appear gray. Shoo

146AAC Adapter Kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130AF Frame . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

147IndexAperture-Priority AE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76Compensation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

13Read This FirstPreventing MalfunctionsAvoid Strong Magnetic FieldsNever place the camera in close proximity to electric motors or other equipment ge

148IndexRotating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91Single Image Playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

149IndexShooting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33, 64Reviewing an Image . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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14Zoom Lever(p. 33, 46, 58, 59)Shutter Button (p. 34)Ring Release ButtonSpeakerShooting Mode Dial (p. 38)ON/OFF Button (p. 25)Power Indicator (p. 16)V

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159Functions Available in Each Shooting ModeThe following chart shows the functions and settings available in each Shooting mode.Function(1)Reference

160Drive ModeSingle ShotO*O*O*O*O*O*O* UUUU*O*O*O*O*O*–Continuous Mode–OOOOOO––OOOO47Self-timer(10 sec.)OOOOOOOUUUUOOOOO45Self-timer(2 sec.)OOOOOOOUUU

15Components GuideThe following operations are accessible through one easy press of the (Print/Share) button.• Printing: See the Direct Print User Gu

16Components GuideShooting Mode DialUse the shooting mode dial to select a Shooting mode.: Auto (p. 33)The camera automatically selects settings.• Ima

17Preparing the CameraInstalling the BatteriesThe camera uses four AA-size alkaline batteries supplied with the camera. You may also use separately so

Flowchart and Reference Guides* : Default settings O : Available UUUU: Available only for the first image – : Not available : Setting rema

18Preparing the Cameraz For important information, see Battery Performance (p. 140).z For information about the Battery and Charger Kit and AA-size re

19Preparing the CamerazIf you do not plan to use the camera for a long time, remove the batteries from the camera and store them in a safe place. Batt

20Preparing the CameraInstalling a CF Card1Be sure that the camera is turned off.2Slide the CF card slot cover in the direction of the arrow, and open

21Preparing the CameraAbout CF CardszCF cards are high-precision electronic devices. Do not bend them, apply force to them, or subject them to shocks

22Preparing the Camera4Select [OK] using or and press the SET button. z To cancel formatting instead, select [Cancel] and press the SETbutton.z The

23Preparing the Camera4Set the date and time.z Press or to highlight another field.z Press or to change the value of the highlighted field.z The dat

24Preparing the CameraSetting the LanguageUse this feature to select the language for the LCD monitor display.1Turn on the camera (p. 25).2Press the M

25Basic FunctionsTurning the Power On/Off 1Press the ON/OFF button until the power indicator lights green (p. 16).Shooting Modez Current shooting sett

26Basic FunctionsWhen the Auto Power Down Function ActivatesPress the ON button again.[Off]:The power saving function does not activate.zDisplay OffTh

27Basic Functionsz When a printer (sold separately) is properly connected, , , or appears on the LCD monitor.z When a computer is properly connected,

1Use of genuine Canon accessories is recommended.This product is designed to perform optimally when used with genuine Canon accessories. Canon shall n

28Basic FunctionsUsing the LCD MonitorThe LCD monitor can be used to compose images while shooting, adjust settings menus and play back images. Pressi

29Basic FunctionsShooting Modep. 38, 74Exposure Compensationp. 80White Balancep. 81Drive Modep. 45, 47ISO Speedp. 84Photo Effectp. 85Light Metering Mo

30Basic FunctionsPlayback Mode* Detailed Display is not available in index playback (9 images).Compression p. 40Resolution (Still image) p. 40Sound me

31Basic FunctionsThe following information may also appear with some image files.The image in the LCD monitor may darken when the monitor is used unde

32Basic FunctionszWhile a recorded image is displayed on the LCD monitor, you can check the exposure with the graph (see About the Histogram (below))

33See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 159) at the end of this manual to find out which settings can be changed in which Shooting modes.

34Shooting – The Basics5Press the shutter button halfway.z The shutter button has a two-stage action.Pressing HalfwayPressing halfway automatically se

35Shooting – The Basicsz When the shutter sound is set to [ , , (On)] (p. 72) and [Mute] is set to On, no sound will be heard.z There is no shutter

36Shooting – The BasicsAF-assist BeamzThe AF-assist beam will sometimes emit when the shutter button is pressed halfway to assist focusing in certain

37Shooting – The BasicsChanging the Image Display DurationThe length of time images are displayed after a photo has been taken can be changed from 2 s

2Camera Body TemperatureIf your camera is used for prolonged periods, the camera body may become warm. Please be aware of this and take care when oper

38Shooting – The BasicsUsing the Mode Dial (Image Zone)Settings fitting the shooting conditions of your subject can easily be set using the mode dial.

39Shooting – The Basics1Turn the mode dial and set the icon of the function you wish to use to .z Shooting procedures are the same as for the mode

40Shooting – The BasicsChanging the Resolution and CompressionYou can change the resolution and compression (excluding movies) settings to suit the pu

41Shooting – The Basics2Select L* using or .*The current setting is displayed.3Select the resolution or compression you wish to set using or .4Pre

42Shooting – The BasicsUsing the FlashUse the flash according to the guidelines below.Auto with red-eye reduction The flash fires automatically as req

43Shooting – The Basicsz Shooting procedures are the same as for the mode (p. 33).When shooting with a high ISO sensitivity and using the flash, ther

44Shooting – The Basicsz The red-eye reduction function cannot be set when the Special Scene mode (p. 51) is set to (Fireworks).z Red-Eye ReductionW

45Shooting – The Basicsz The indicator beside the viewfinder will light yellow when the shutter button is pressed halfway.z Shooting procedures are th

46Shooting – The Basicsz When is selected, the self-timer lamp blinks fast from the beginning. The shutter activates in two seconds. z Shooting proc

47Shooting – The Basicsand press it toward again to further zoom the image digitally.z Press the lever toward to zoom back out.5Shoot the image.z

3Trademark Acknowledgments• Canon and PowerShot are trademarks of Canon, Inc.• CompactFlash is a trademark of SanDisk Corporation.• iBook and iMac

48Shooting – The Basics5Press the shutter button all the way to shoot.z Shooting will stop when the shutter button is released.z The continuous shooti

49Shooting – The BasicsFraming a SubjectThe PhotoStitch program detects the overlapping portions of adjoining images and merges them. When shooting, t

50Shooting – The Basicsz You can also press the shutter button directly to shoot without pressing the SET button.3Shoot the first image.z The exposure

51Shooting – The Basics1Turn the mode dial to (Special Scene mode).z The current Scene mode screen is displayed.2Select the scene you wish to shoot u

52Shooting – The Basics Beach Foliage Snow Fireworks Underwater Indoor or or or or or orz In mode, the shutter speed slows down. Use a tripod to avo

53Shooting – The BasicsPostcard Print ModeYou can shoot images with settings appropriate for postcard size printing.* When printing standard image dat

54Shooting – The BasicsEmbedding the Date in the Image DataYou can embed the date on image data when is selected. The date will be printed on your i

55Shooting – The BasicsMovie ModeUse this mode to shoot movie clips. The resolution can be set to either [ (640 × 480)], [ (320 × 240)] or [ (160 × 12

56Shooting – The Basicsbe recorded correctly on the CF card. Recording time will display properly if you format the CF card in this camera (excluding

57Playback – The BasicsDisplaying Images Individually (Single Image Playback)You can view the recorded images on the LCD monitor.1Slide the mode switc

4Table of Contents Functions and operations tables. These pages are shaded on the right edges to make them easy to find.Read This First 7Please Read .

58Playback – The Basics Magnifying ImagesImages can be magnified up to approximately 10 times in single image playback.1Slide the mode switch to .2Pr

59Playback – The Basics3Change the image selection using , , or .4Press the zoom lever toward .z Index playback cancels and the display reverts to s

60Playback – The BasicsViewing/Editing MoviesViewing MoviesYou can playback the images shot in mode.1Slide the mode switch to .z Movies cannot be v

61Playback – The BasicsYou may experience frame dropping and audio breakup when playing back a movie on a computer with insufficient system resources.

62Playback – The Basics6Select (Save) using or and press the SET button.z When is selected, the edited movie is not saved and the camera reverts t

63ErasingPlease note that erased images cannot be recovered. Exercise caution before erasing a file.Erasing Images Individually1Slide the mode switch

64Selecting Menus and SettingsSelecting Settings with the FUNC. Button (Shooting Mode Only)1Slide the mode switch to .2Press the FUNC. button.3Select

65Shooting – Advanced FunctionsSelecting Settings with the MENU Button Rec. Menuz For items with [...] next to them, push the SET button and carry out

66Shooting – Advanced FunctionszSome menu items may not be available for selection according to the Shooting mode (p. 159).z You can apply a desired i

67Shooting – Advanced FunctionsMenu Settings and Default SettingsRec. MenuMenu Item Setting Content Reference PageAiAFSets the AiAF to on (the camera

5Menu Settings and Default Settings ...67Resetting the Settings to Default ... 73Using the Mode Dial (Creativ

68Shooting – Advanced FunctionsPlay MenuSet up MenuItem Setting Content Reference PageProtect Protects images from accidental erasure. 94Rotate Rota

69Shooting – Advanced FunctionsVolumeAdjusts the volume of the start-up sound, operation sound, self-timer sound, shutter sound, or playback sound. Th

70Shooting – Advanced FunctionsPower SavingThe Auto Power Down and Display Off settings can be set by pressing the SET button.Auto Power DownSets whet

71Shooting – Advanced FunctionsDistance Units Sets the format of the MF indicator’s displayed distance units.• m/cm*• ft/in89LanguageSets the language

72Shooting – Advanced FunctionsCustomizing the Camera (My Camera Settings)You can select the theme, start-up image and sound, shutter sound, operation

73Shooting – Advanced FunctionsResetting the Settings to DefaultYou can reset the menu and button operation settings to default.1Turn on the camera.z

74Shooting – Advanced FunctionsUsing the Mode Dial (Creative Zone)You can freely select camera settings such as the shutter speed and aperture value t

75Shooting – Advanced FunctionsProgram AEUse the program AE mode to have the camera automatically set the shutter speed and aperture value to match th

76Shooting – Advanced Functionsz Please note that camera shake becomes a factor at low shutter speeds. If the camera shake warning appears in the ce

77Shooting – Advanced Functionsz If the shutter speed shows in red on the LCD monitor, the image is underexposed (insufficient light) or overexposed (

6Symbols UsedIcons under title bars show the operations mode. As in the example below, the mode dial should be set to , , , , , , , , , , or

78Shooting – Advanced Functionsz See page 159 for settings that can be changed in this mode.z If you wish to change the exposure, select the shutter s

79Shooting – Advanced Functions2Select [On] or [Off] using or .3Press the MENU button.z You can immediately shoot the image using the selected AF fra

80Shooting – Advanced Functions1Select * (Evaluative) from the FUNC. menu.z See Selecting Menus and Settings (p. 65).* The current setting is displaye

81Shooting – Advanced Functionsz You can shoot the image right after selecting settings by pressing the shutter button. The menu displays again after

82Shooting – Advanced Functions1Select * (Auto) in the FUNC. menu. z See Selecting Menus and Settings (p. 64).* The current setting is displayed.2Sel

83Shooting – Advanced Functions1Select * (Auto) from the FUNC. menu.z See Selecting Menus and Settings (p. 64).* The current setting is displayed.2Se

84Shooting – Advanced Functions• FlashSetting the flash to on or off is recommended. If the flash fires when reading the white balance data with the f

85Shooting – Advanced Functionsz Higher ISO speeds increase the image noise. To take clean images, use as low an ISO speed as possible. zThe AUTO sett

86Shooting – Advanced Functions1Select * (Effect OFF) in the FUNC. menu.z See Selecting Menus and Settings (p. 64).* The current setting is displayed

87Shooting – Advanced FunctionsShooting Problem Subjects for the AutofocusThe following types of subjects may not be suited to autofocus photography.

7Read This FirstPlease ReadTest ShotsBefore you try to photograph important subjects, we highly recommend that you shoot several trial images to confi

88Shooting – Advanced FunctionsShooting with AF Lock1Press the DISP. button to turn on the LCD monitor.2Press the shutter button halfway to lock the f

89Shooting – Advanced FunctionsShooting in Manual Focus ModeThe focus can be manually set.1Press the DISP. button to turn on the LCD monitor.2Press th

90Shooting – Advanced Functions1In the [ (Set up)] menu, select (Auto Rotate).z See Selecting Menus and Settings (p. 65).2Select [On] and press the

91Playback – Advanced FeaturesRotating Images in the DisplayYou can rotate an image by 90° or 270° clockwise in the LCD monitor.1In the [ (Play)] men

92Playback – Advanced FeaturesAttaching Sound Memos to ImageIn Playback mode (including single image playback, index playback and magnified playback)

93Playback – Advanced Featuresz You cannot attach sound memos to movies.z You cannot record or play back sound memos for images that already have an i

94Playback – Advanced Featuresz The display interval may vary for some images.z Movie images play for the length of time that they were recorded.z The

95Playback – Advanced Features

96Various FunctionsAbout PrintingImages shot with this camera can be printed using one of the following methods.- Connecting the camera to a direct pr

97Various FunctionsDPOF Print Settingsz Select the image you want to print (p. 98)z Select how many copies you want (p. 98)z Select the print style (p