Canon PowerShot A580 User Manual

Ensure that you read the Safety Precautions (pp. 158 – 165).Getting Startedp. 9ENGLISHCamera User Guide

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98 (Setting the Custom Color Mode)1Select .1. Press the button.2. Use the or button to select and the or button to select .2Adjust the se

99Advanced Shooting FunctionsYou can display vertical and horizontal grid lines, a 3:2 print area guide, or both on the LCD monitor while shooting to

100If you set Auto Category to [On], images are automatically sorted into preset categories as they are recorded. Categorizing Images Automatically (A

101Advanced Shooting FunctionsYou can register a function that you often use when shooting with the button.To Cancel the Shortcut Button:Select in

102Using the Button1Press the button.• For , and , each time that the button is pressed, the settings of the registered functions are switched.

103Playback/ErasingPlease also see Viewing Still Images (p. 18).To Cancel the Magnified Display:Press the zoom lever toward . (You can also cancel it

104To Return to Single Image Playback:Press the zoom lever toward .Viewing Images in Sets of Nine (Index Playback)1Press the zoom lever toward .• Up

105Playback/ErasingFocus Check display allows you to check the focus of images taken. Moreover, as you can change the display size and switch images,

106Changing the Display Size and Switching FramesTo Cancel Changing the Display Position: Press the MENU button.Switching Frames3Press the zoom lever

107Playback/ErasingWhen you have many images recorded onto a memory card, it is handy to use the search keys below to jump over images to find the obj

9zPreparationszShooting Still ImageszViewing Still ImageszErasingzPrintingzEmbedding the Date in the Image DatazShooting MovieszViewing MovieszDownloa

108To Return to Single Image Playback: Press the MENU button.3Display the Images.1. Press the or button.• Pressing the MENU button cancels the set

109Playback/ErasingYou can organize images into prepared categories. Once organized into categories, you can jump to and display the image you want (p

110Viewing Movies1Display a movie.1. Use the or button to select a movie.2. Press the button.• Images with a icon are movies.2Play the movie.1

111Playback/ErasingOperating the Movie Control PanelExit Ends playback and returns to single image playback.PrintAn icon will display when a printer i

112Images can be rotated clockwise 90° or 270° in the display.Rotating Images in the Display1Select [Rotate].1. Press the button.2. In the menu, u

113Playback/ErasingYou can select the transition effect displayed when switching between images.Playback with Transition EffectsNo transition effect.T

114Use this feature to automatically play back all of the images in the memory card. The LCD monitor displays each image for approximately 3 seconds.A

115Playback/ErasingYou can correct red eyes in recorded images.3Play.1. Press the button.• The following functions are available during slide shows.

1161Select [Red-Eye Correction].1. Press the button.2. In the menu, use the or button to select .3. Press the button.2Select an image.1. Us

117Playback/Erasing4Save the image.1. Use the or button to select [New File] or [Overwrite].2. Press the button.• [New File]: Saved as new file

Preparations10Getting StartedPreparations1.Slide and hold the battery cover lock (a), then slide (b) and open (c) the cover.2. Install two batteries.I

118Add Correction Frame1Select [Add Frame].1. Use the , , or button to select [Add Frame].2. Press the button.• A green frame will display.2Ad

119Playback/ErasingRemoving Correction Frames1Select [Remove Frame].1. Use the , , or button to select [Remove Frame].2. Press the button.2Adj

120You can resave images that were recorded at high recording pixel settings at lower settings.Resizing Images1600 × 1200 pixels 640 × 480 pixels 32

121Playback/Erasing4Save the image.1. Use the or button to select [OK].2. Press the button.• The resized image will be saved in a new file. The

122In 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 Memos to Images

123Playback/ErasingSound Memo PanelUse the or button to select an option and press FUNC./SET button.Exit Returns to the playback screen.Record Sta

124You can protect important images and movies from accidental erasure.Protecting Images1Select [Protect].1. Press the button.2. In the menu, use

125Playback/ErasingYou can erase images from a memory card.Erasing All Imagesz Note that erased images cannot be recovered. Exercise adequate caution

126Print Settings/Transfer SettingsYou can select images on a memory card for printing and specify the number of print copies in advance using the cam

127Print Settings/Transfer Settings1Select [Print Settings].1. Press the button.2. Use the or button to select the menu.3. Use the or butto

Preparations11Getting Started3. Insert the memory card until it clicks into place.4. Close the cover (d), and press downward as you slide it until it

128Single ImagesWhen [Print Type] (p. 126) is set to [Standard] or [Both], the number of copies can be set.1Select [Select Images & Qty.].1. Press

129Print Settings/Transfer SettingsAll the Images on a Memory CardOne copy of every image will be set to print.1Select [Select All Images].1. Press th

130You can use the camera to specify settings for images before downloading to a computer. Refer to the Software Starter Guide for instructions on how

131Print Settings/Transfer SettingsSingle ImagesMark all 3Select an image to transfer.1. Use the or button to select an image to transfer.2. Press

132Configuring the CameraThis camera is equipped with a power saving function, which can automatically turn off the power or LCD monitor.Power Saving

133Configuring the Camera2Make settings.1. Use the or button to select an option.2. Use the or button to make settings.3. Press the button.3

134You should always format a new memory card or one from which you wish to erase all images and other data. Formatting Memory CardsPlease note that f

135Configuring the CameraThe images you shoot are automatically assigned file numbers. You can select how the file number is assigned.Resetting the Fi

136File and Folder NumbersRecorded images are assigned consecutive file numbers starting with 0001 and ranging up to 9999, while folders are assigned

137Configuring the CameraYou can create a new folder at any time and the recorded images will be automatically saved to that folder.Creating a Folder

Preparations12Getting StartedTo Remove the BatteriesOpen the cover and remove the batteries. To Remove the Memory CardUse a finger to push the memory

138Setting the Day or Time for Automatic Folder Creation1Select [Create Folder].1. Press the button.2. Use the or button to select the menu.3.

139Configuring the CameraYour camera is equipped with an Intelligent Orientation sensor that detects the orientation of an image shot with the camera

140When the camera is held vertically to shoot, the Intelligent Orientation sensor judges the upper end to be “up” and the lower end to be “down”. It

141Connecting to a TVYou can use the supplied AV cable to shoot or playback images using a TV. Shooting/Playback Using a TV1Turn off the camera and th

142z The video output signal can be switched (NTSC or PAL) to accommodate different regional standards (p. 52). The default setting varies between reg

143Troubleshooting• Camera (p. 143)• When the power is turned on (p. 144)• LCD monitor (p. 144)• Shooting (p. 146)• Shooting movies (p. 150)• Playback

144Sounds come from the camera interior.The camera’s horizontal/vertical orientation was changed.z The camera’s orientation mechanism is operating. Th

145TroubleshootingDisplay flickers.Display flickers when shot under fluorescent lighting.z This is not a camera malfunction (flickering recorded in mo

146ShootingCamera will not record.Camera is in playback mode or connecting to a computer/printer mode.z Switch to Shooting mode (p. 15).Flash is charg

147TroubleshootingAF-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

Preparations13Getting StartedThe Date/Time settings menu will appear the first time the power is turned on.1. Press the ON/OFF button.2. Select the mo

148Too much light is shining directly into the camera, or is being reflected off the subject.z Change the shooting angle.Flash is set to (Flash on).

149TroubleshootingEyes appear red.Light is reflected back from the eyes when the flash is used in dark areas.z Shoot with [Red-Eye Lamp] in the [Flash

150Shooting movies The recording time may not display properly or shooting may stop unexpectedly.The following types of memory cards are used.- Slow r

151Troubleshooting PlaybackCannot play back.You attempted to play back images shot with another camera or images edited with a computer.z Computer ima

152BatteryBatteries consumed quickly.Battery is not being used to its full capacity.z See Battery (p. 164).Batteries are not the right type.z Use only

153TroubleshootingPrinting with a direct print compatible printerCannot printThe camera and printer are not properly connected.z Securely connect the

154List of MessagesThe following messages may appear on the LCD monitor during shooting or playback. Please refer to the Direct Print User Guide for t

155List of MessagesNaming 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

156Incompatible WAVEA sound memo cannot be added to this image since the data type of the existing sound memo is incorrect. In addition, sound cannot

157List of MessagesCommunication errorThe computer was unable to download the image due to the large amount of images (approx. 1000) stored on the mem

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

158Appendixz Before using the camera, please ensure that you read the safety precautions described below and in the “Safety Precautions” section. Alwa

159Appendixz Do not attempt to disassemble or alter any part of the equipment that is not expressly described in this guide.z To avoid the risk of hig

160Batteryz Do not place the batteries near a heat source or expose it to direct flame or heat.z The batteries should not be immersed in water or sea

161Appendixz Disconnect the battery charger and compact power adapter from both the camera and the power outlet after recharging or when not in use to

162CautionsEquipmentz Be careful not to bang the camera or subject it to strong impacts or shocks that could lead to injury or damage the equipment wh

163AppendixFlashz 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

164Preventing MalfunctionsCameraAvoid Strong Magnetic Fieldsz Never place the camera in close proximity to electric motors or other equipment generati

165Appendixz Never mix unused and partially used batteries.The partially used batteries may leak.z Do not install the batteries with their terminals (

166z Memory cards are high-precision electronic devices. Do not bend them, apply force to them, or subject them to shocks or vibration.z Do not attemp

167AppendixUsing Rechargeable Batteries(Battery and Charger Kit CBK4-300)This kit includes a battery charger and four rechargeable AA-size NiMH (nicke

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

168z The CB-5AH/CB-5AHE battery charger can only be used to charge Canon AA-size NiMH batteries NB-3AH.z Do not mix batteries with different purchase

169AppendixzIf you store batteries for a long period of time (about 1 year), it is recommended that you deplete the batteries in the camera and to the

170Using the AC Adapter Kit ACK800It is best to power the camera with AC Adapter Kit ACK800 (sold separately) when you are using it for long periods o

171AppendixHigh-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

172Batteriesz Charge becomes Severely LimitedIf the battery usage time has considerably diminished, wipe the battery terminals well with a dry cloth.

173AppendixIf the Date/Time in the Set up menu appears when the camera power is turned on, the date battery charge is low and the date and time settin

1745Remove the battery by pulling it up in the direction indicated by the arrow.6Insert a new battery with the (–) side facing up.7Replace the battery

175AppendixCamera 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

176All data is based on Canon’s standard testing methods. Subject to change without notice.PowerShot A580 (W): Max. wide angle (T): Max. telephotoSpe

177AppendixMetering System : Evaluative*1/Center-weighted average or Spot*2*1 Facial brightness is also evaluated in Face Detect AF.*2 Fixed to center

Shooting Still Images16Getting Started5. Press the shutter button fully (all the way) to shoot.• The shutter sound will play once and the image will r

178Data Type : Still images: Exif 2.2 (JPEG)*::Movies: AVI (Image data: Motion JPEG; Audio data: WAVE (monaural))Sound Memo: WAVE (monaural)* This dig

179AppendixPlayback Modes : Single (histogram displayable), Index (9 thumbnail images), Magnified (approx. 2x to 10x max.), Resume Playback, Image Ins

180Battery Capacityz The actual figures will vary according to the shooting conditions and settings.z Movie data is excluded.z At low temperatures, th

181AppendixMemory Cards and Estimated Capacities: Memory card included with the cameraThis reflects standard shooting criteria established by Canon. A

182Movie: Memory card included with the camera• Maximum movie clip length at : 3 min. The figures indicate the maximum continuous recording time.Imag

183AppendixMultiMediaCardSD Memory CardNiMH Battery NB-3AH(Supplied with the separately sold NiMH Battery NB4-300 set or the Battery and Charger Kit C

184Battery Charger CB-5AH/CB-5AHE(Supplied with the separately sold Battery and Charger Kit CBK4-300)*1 When charging four NB-3AH batteries*2 When cha

Index185IndexNumerics3:2 Guide ...99AAC Adapter Kit ACK800...170Accessories...36A

Index186HHigh-Power Flash ...171Histogram...48IIndex Playback...104Indicators .

Index187Slide Shows ...114Sound Memos...122Start-up Image ... 51System Map ..

Shooting Still Images17Getting StartedShooting in Easy ModeThis camera features a shooting mode, Easy mode, that automatically selects all camera sett

188Trademark Acknowledgments• Microsoft, Windows Vista and the Windows Vista logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in

Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode189Functions Available in Each Shooting ModeSome functions may not be available, depending on the shooting mo

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Confirming the Package ContentsThe following items are included in the package. If something is missing please contact the retail outlet at which you

Viewing Still Images18Getting StartedViewing Still Images1. Press the ON/OFF button.2. Set the mode switch to (playback).3. Use the or button to

Erasing19Getting StartedErasing1.Set the mode switch to (playback).2. Use the or button to select an image to erase and press the button.3. Co

Printing20Getting StartedPrinting1. Connect the camera to a direct print compatible printer.• Open the terminal cover and plug the interface cable in

Printing21Getting StartedPrinting from a Print ListYou can add images directly to a print list by merely pressing the button immediately after shooti

Embedding the Date in the Image Data22Getting StartedEmbedding the Date in the Image DataThis section explains how to embed date information on images

Embedding the Date in the Image Data23Getting Started3. Select (Date Stamp).1. Press the button.2. Use the or button to select .3. Use the or

Shooting Movies24Getting StartedShooting Movies 1.Press the ON/OFF button.2. Select a shooting mode.1. Set the mode switch to (shooting).2. Set the

Shooting Movies25Getting Started4. Press the shutter button halfway to focus.• When the camera focuses, it beeps twice and the indicator lights green.

Viewing Movies26Getting StartedViewing Movies1. Press the ON/OFF button.2. Set the mode switch to (playback).3. Use the or button to display a m

Downloading Images to a Computer27Getting StartedDownloading Images to a ComputerWe recommend to use the supplied software.Items to Prepare• Camera an

Let’s Get Started!1Let’s Get Started!This guide is divided into the following two sections.This section explains how to prepare the camera for use and

Downloading Images to a Computer28Getting Started1. Installing the software. Windows1. Place the Canon Digital Camera Solution Disk in the computer’s

Downloading Images to a Computer29Getting Started2. Connecting the camera to a computer.1. Connect the supplied interface cable to the computer’s USB

Downloading Images to a Computer30Getting Started4. Open the CameraWindow. WindowsSelect [Canon CameraWindow] and click [OK].CameraWindow appears. M

Downloading Images to a Computer31Getting StartedUse this method to download images using camera operations (except Windows 2000).1. Confirm that the

Downloading Images to a Computer32Getting StartedYou can also use the following options in the Direct Transfer menu to set the method for downloading

Downloading Images to a Computer33Getting Started2. Use the or button to select images to download and press the button.• The images will downlo

System Map34Getting StartedSystem MapWrist StrapWS-800Supplied with CameraInterface Cable IFC-400PCU*1Memory Card (32 MB)Canon Digital Camera Solution

System Map35Getting StartedUSB PortPC Card SlotDirect Interface Cable*2USB Card ReaderPCMCIA Adapter (PC Card Adapter)SD Memory Card*5• SDC-128M• SDC-

System Map36Getting StartedThe following camera accessories are sold separately.Some accessories are not sold in some regions, or may no longer be ava

System Map37Getting StartedOther Accessories• SD Memory CardSD memory cards are used to store images recorded by the camera. Canon brand cards are ava

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

System Map38Getting StartedCanon offers the following separately sold printers for use with the camera. You can produce photo quality prints quickly a

39Learning More

40Components Guide Front Viewa Microphone (pp. 24, 122)b AF-assist Beam (p. 49)c Red-Eye Reduction Lamp (p. 76)d Self-Timer Lamp (p. 61)e Viewfinder

Components Guide41 Back Viewa LCD Monitor (p. 53)b Viewfinderc Speakerd Wrist Strap Mount (p. 12)e Memory Card Slot / Battery Cover Lock (p. 10)f Mem

42 Controlsa Indicators (p. 43)b ON/OFF button (p. 15)c Mode Dial (pp. 15, 66)d Zoom Lever (pp. 55, 103)Shooting: (Wide Angle)/ (Telephoto)Playbac

Components Guide43The camera indicators will light or blink under the following conditions.• Upper IndicatorGreen : Ready to shoot (camera beeps twice

44Basic OperationsSettings for the shooting or playback modes or such camera settings as the print settings, date/time and sounds are set using the FU

45Basic OperationsRec., Play, Print and Set up Menu ( Button) Convenient settings for shooting, playback or printing can be set with these menus. 1Pr

46Shooting Mode Information Displayed on the LCD Monitor and MenusAvailable Shooting Modes p. 189Information Displayed Setting MethodaShooting Mode Mo

47Basic OperationsPlayback Mode (Detailed) The following information may also be displayed with some images.About the Battery Charge IndicatorWhen the

Table of Contents3Changing the Compression (Still Images) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64Adjusting the ISO Speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

48Shooting ModeFUNC. MenuInformation for images shot on other cameras may not display correctly.Histogram FunctionThe histogram is a graph that allows

49Basic OperationsRec. MenuMenu Item OptionsReference PageAF Frame Face Detect*/AiAF/Center p. 82AF-Point Zoom On/Off* p. 78Digital Zoomp. 55(Still Im

50Play Menu Print Menu Menu ItemReference PageSlide Show p. 114My Category p. 109Red-Eye Correction p. 115Resize p. 120Sound Memo p. 122Protect p. 124

51Basic OperationsSet up Menu Menu Item Options Summary/Reference PageMute On/Off*Set to [On] to silence all operation sounds. (Except for when the me

52Print MethodThe connection method with the printer can be changed for printing. Although it is normally not necessary to change the setting, select

53Basic OperationsSwitching LCD Monitor Display ModesEach press of the DISP. button, changes the display mode of the LCD monitor. See Information Disp

54z The LCD monitor will not switch to the detailed display or focus check display in magnified display (p. 103), or index playback mode (p. 104).z Ov

55Commonly Used Shooting FunctionsThe zoom can be adjusted from 35 – 140 mm (focal length) in 35mm film equivalent terms. The zoom bar appears when yo

56About the Safety ZoomDepending on the number of recording pixels set, you can shift from optical zoom to digital zoom without pausing up to a factor

57Commonly Used Shooting FunctionsShooting with the Digital Zoom1Select [Digital Zoom].1. Press the button.2. In the menu, use the or button t

Table of Contents4Automated Playback (Slide Shows). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114Red-Eye Correction Function. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

58Shooting with the Digital Tele-ConverterThe digital tele-converter feature uses digital zoom to achieve the effects of a tele-converter (a lens used

59Commonly Used Shooting FunctionsUsing the FlashAvailable Shooting Modes p. 1891Press the button.1. Use the or button to select the flash setti

60Use this mode to shoot close-ups of flowers or small items. The image area at the minimum shooting distance from the end of the lens to the subject

61Commonly Used Shooting FunctionsYou can set the time delay and the numbers of shots you wish to take in advance.Using the Self-TimerAvailable Shooti

62To Cancel the Self-Timer:Press the button and the or button to select .Changing the Delay Time and Number of Shots ( )2Shoot.• When you press

63Commonly Used Shooting FunctionsApproximate Values for Recording Pixels: Approximate recording pixel numbers are shown. (M is short for megapixels.)

64Approximate Values for Compression SettingszSee Memory Cards and Estimated Capacities (p. 181)z See Image Data Sizes (Estimated) (p. 182)Changing th

65Commonly Used Shooting FunctionsRaise the ISO speed to use a fast shutter speed when you wish to reduce the effects of camera shake or avoid blurry

66Shooting Using the Mode DialThe camera automatically selects settings.: Auto (p. 15): Easy (p. 17) Image ZoneWhen a shooting mode appropriate for t

67Shooting Using the Mode DialWhen a shooting mode appropriate for the shooting conditions is selected, the camera automatically adjusts settings for

Table of Contents5Symbol Conventions in this GuideAbout this Guide: This mark denotes issues that may affect the camera’s operation.: This mark denote

68 Night SnapshotAllows you to take snapshots of people against twilight or night backgrounds by reducing the effects of camera shake when firmly hold

69Shooting Using the Mode Dial SnowShoots without a blue tinge and without making people appear dark against a snowy background. BeachShoots without m

70Allows you to select settings yourself, such as the exposure compensation, white balance or My Color settings. Shooting in the Manual ModeAvailable

71Shooting Using the Mode DialThe following movie modes are available.The recording time will differ according to the memory card used (p. 182).*1 Whe

723Shoot.• Pressing the shutter button halfway automatically sets the exposure, focus and white balance settings.• Pressing the shutter button fully s

73Shooting Using the Mode Dialz Adjust the zoom setting before shooting. The combined digital and optical zoom factor will display on the LCD monitor.

74Changing Movie Recording Pixels/Frame RatesYou can change the recording pixels and frame rate when the movie mode is set to (Standard). The frame

75Advanced Shooting FunctionsIn this mode, the camera shoots continuously while the shutter button is held down.If you use the recommended memory card

76You can make detailed flash settings to fit the shooting conditions.Flash Settingsz The interval between shots lengthens when the built-in memory of

77Advanced Shooting FunctionsDisplaying and Setting [Flash Settings]1Select [Flash Settings].1. Press the button.2. In the menu, use the or bu

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

78You can zoom the display of the AF frame to check focus when shooting or right after taking a shot.Zooming the AF Frame and ShootingWhen [AF Frame]

79Advanced Shooting Functions3Press the shutter button halfway.• Pressing the shutter button halfway zooms a section of the display according to the f

80Checking Focus Right After Shooting (Focus Check)Allows you to check the focus of an image taken. It is also easy to check peoples’ expressions and

81Advanced Shooting FunctionsTo Cancel the Focus Check:Press the shutter button halfway.3Shoot.• The recorded image will be displayed.• Frames are dis

82The AF frame indicates the area of the composition on which the camera focuses. Selecting an AF Frame ModeAvailable Shooting Modes p. 189Face Detect

83Advanced Shooting Functionsz [Face Detect] cannot be used when the LCD monitor is turned off.z The AF frame appears as follows when the shutter butt

84Once the focus is fixed to a subject’s face, the frame can be set to follow the subject within a certain range.Selecting a Subject to Focus On (Face

85Advanced Shooting Functions3. Press the button again.• The camera exits face designation mode, and the face frame ( ) of the main subject will cha

86It may be difficult to focus on the following types of subjects.• Subjects with extremely low contrast to the surroundings• Scenes with a mixture of

87Advanced Shooting FunctionsTo Release the AF Lock:Press the button.3Press the shutter button halfway and press the button.• will display.4Recompo

Please Read7Video FormatPlease set the camera’s video signal format to the one used in your region before using it with a TV monitor (p. 141).Language

88You can set the exposure and focus separately. This is effective when shooting on ski slopes, beaches and other scenes where there is an extremely s

89Advanced Shooting FunctionsYou can use FE lock to set the flash output for the best exposure of your subject regardless of the composition of the sh

90Adjust the exposure compensation to a positive value to avoid making the subject too dark when it is backlit or shot against a bright background. Ad

91Advanced Shooting FunctionsSwitching between Metering ModesAvailable Shooting Modes p. 189EvaluativeAppropriate for standard shooting conditions, in

92You can set the shutter speed to a slow setting to make dark subjects appear brighter.Setting a Slow Shutter Speed (Long Shutter Mode)Available Shoo

93Advanced Shooting Functionsz Use the LCD monitor to confirm that the image was recorded at the desired brightness.z Please note that camera shake be

94Normally, the (Auto) white balance setting selects an optimal white balance. When the setting cannot produce natural looking colors, change the

95Advanced Shooting FunctionsUsing the Custom White BalanceTake a custom white balance (Custom) reading for the following situations that are diffic

96z You are recommended to set the shooting mode to and the exposure compensation setting to [±0] before setting a custom white balance. The correct

97Advanced Shooting FunctionsYou can change the look of an image when it is shot.///Shooting in a My Colors ModeAvailable Shooting Modes p. 189My Colo