Canon Powershot G4 User's Guide

Safety PrecautionsBe sure to read, understand and follow the safety precautions below when using the camera, in order to prevent injury, burns or elec

8Basic Shooting FunctionsBasic Shooting FunctionsSelecting a Shooting ModeUse the mode dial to select the Shooting modes.Mode DialImage ZonePortraitBl

9Special Scene ItemsTurn the mode dial to , and use the W or X button to select a shooting mode.FoliageShoots trees and leaves - such as new growth,

10Movie Mode ItemsYou can select from 5 different recording pixels/frame rate settings and shoot movies. The following movie modes are available: Colo

11Using the Flash1 Raise the flash manually, and shoot.2 When you are not using the flash, lower the flash until it closes.z Distance ranges for shoot

12Shooting Close-Ups (Macro/Super Macro)Use this mode to shoot close-ups of flowers or small items.(Close-ups cannot be taken in some shooting modes.)

13Macro ModeShooting distance and image area when shooting as close to the subject as possibleSuper Macro ModeShooting distance and image area when sh

14Playback1 Turn the mode lever to (Playback) while pressing the release button.2 Use the W or X button to select the image.z Use the W button to mo

15Menu and SettingsSettings during shooting and playback and such camera settings as the print, date/time, and sound settings are set using the FUNC.,

16Menu and SettingsRec./Play/Print/Set up/ My Camera MenusYou can specify settings related to camera functions from these menus: [ Rec. Menu], [ Pla

17PrintingConnect the camera to a direct print compatible printer*1 with a cable and simply press the button.1 Connect the camera to a Canon Direct

0Flowchart and Reference GuidesThe following guides are available. Refer to them as necessary according to the flowchart below.* SD stands for Secure

18Downloading Images to a ComputerThe following methods can be used to download images recorded by the camera to a computer. Some methods, depending o

19System RequirementsPlease install the software on a computer meeting the following minimum requirements.OS Windows 98 Second Edition (SE)Windows MeW

20Preparing to Download ImagesItems to PreparezCamera and computerzCanon Digital Camera Solution Disk supplied with the camerazInterface cable supplie

212 Connecting the camera to a computer.1. Use the supplied interface cable to connect the computer's USB port to the camera's DIGITAL termi

22 Downloading Images to a ComputerA window allowing you to set the preferences will appear when a connection is established between the camera and co

23 Downloading Images to a ComputerThe following window opens when you establish a connection between the camera and computer. If it fails to appear,

24Downloading Images Using the Camera (Direct Transfer)When communication between the camera and computer is enabled, the button will light blue and

25All Images/New Images/DPOF Trans. ImagesSelect , or (a) with the S or T button and press the button (b).The images will download. The button w

1PreparationsInstalling the Battery and Memory Card1 Insert the batteries.1. Open the battery cover (a,b).2. Insert four AA-size alkaline batteries su

2PreparationsTo Remove the Memory CardUse your finger to push the memory card in until you hear a click, then release it.First Time SettingsOpening th

33. Fold the LCD monitor back against the camera body until it clicks into place.When you push the LCD monitor until you hear the clicking sound, the

4Setting the Date/Time1 Turn the camera on (p. 3).2 Select the item you wish to set using the W or X button and set its value using the S or Tbutton (

5Setting the Display Language1 Turn the mode lever to (Playback) while pressing the release button (a). 2 Hold down the SET button (b) and press the

6ShootingShooting (Still Images)1 Turn the mode lever to (Shooting) while pressing the release button (p. 3). 2 Set the mode dial to .3 Aim the cam

7ShootingReviewing an Image Right After ShootingAfter a shot is taken, the image appears in the LCD monitor for approximately 2 seconds.To override th