Canon PowerShot SX110 IS User Manual

Camera User GuideCamera User GuideCEL-SJ5EA210 © CANON INC. 2008ENGLISHDIGITAL CAMERAEnsure that you read the Safety Precautions (pp. 179 – 188).Getti

Please Read8Video FormatPlease set the camera’s video signal format to the one used in your region before using it with a TV monitor (p. 163).Language

98Checking Focus Right After Shooting (Focus Check)Allows you to check the focus of an image taken. It is also easy to check people’s expressions and

99Various Shooting MethodsTo Cancel the Focus Check:Press the shutter button halfway.3Shoot.• The recorded image will be displayed.• Frames are displa

100You can set the AF mode.Switching between Focus SettingsAvailable Shooting Modes p. 211ContinuousThe camera is continually focusing on whatever it

101Various Shooting MethodsThe AF frame indicates the area of the composition on which the camera focuses.Selecting an AF Frame ModeAvailable Shooting

102The AF frame appears as follows when the shutter button is pressed halfway.- Green : In focus- Yellow : Focusing difficulty ([Center] option)- No A

103Various Shooting MethodsChanging the AF Frame Size ([Center] selected)When the [AF Frame] is set to [Center], the AF frame can be resized to corres

104Once 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 (Fac

105Various Shooting Methods2Press the shutter button halfway.• The face frame ( ) of main subject will change into .• If the camera has difficulty fo

106It may be difficult to focus on the following types of subjects.• Subjects with extremely low contrast to the surroundings• Scenes with a mixture o

107Various Shooting MethodsShooting with the AF LockTo Release the AF Lock:Press the MF button and use the or button to select (Normal).1Aim the c

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

108Shooting in Manual Focus ModeThe focus can be manually set.To Cancel the Manual Focus:Press the MF button and use the or button to select (Norm

109Various Shooting MethodsUsing the Manual Focus in Combination with the Auto Focus (Safety MF)First, manual focus is used to roughly focus, then fro

110You can set the exposure and focus separately. This is effective when the contrast is too strong between the subject and background or when a subje

111Various Shooting MethodsChanging the Shutter Speed and Aperture Value CombinationThe automatically selected combinations of shutter speeds and aper

112You can lock the flash exposure so that the exposure settings are correctly set regardless of the composition of your subject.To Release the FE Loc

113Various Shooting MethodsAdjust the exposure compensation to a positive value to avoid making the subject too dark when it is backlit or shot agains

114Switching between Metering ModesAvailable Shooting Modes p. 211EvaluativeAppropriate for standard shooting conditions, including backlit scenes. Th

115Various Shooting MethodsNormally, the (Auto) white balance setting selects an optimal white balance. When the setting cannot produce natural lo

116Using the Custom White BalanceTake a custom white balance (Custom) reading for the following situations that are difficult for the (Auto) setti

117Various Shooting Methodsz You are recommended to set the shooting mode to and the exposure compensation setting to [±0] before setting a custom w

Preparations10Getting Started GuidePreparations1. Slide the memory card/battery cover lock a and hold it open while sliding the cover b and opening it

118You can change the look of an image when it is shot.//// (Setting the Custom Color Mode)Shooting Images with Altered Colors (My Colors)Available Sh

119Various Shooting Methods2Adjust the setting.1. Press the DISP. button.2. Use the or button to select [Contrast], [Sharpness] or [Saturation].3.

120You can display vertical and horizontal grid lines, a 3:2 print area guide, or both on the LCD monitor while shooting to help check the position of

121Various Shooting MethodsIf you set Auto Category to [On], images are automatically sorted into preset categories as they are recorded. Categorizing

122You can register a function that you often use when shooting with the button.To Cancel the Shortcut Button:Select in Step 2.Registering Settings

123Various Shooting MethodsUsing the Button1Press the button.• , , : Each time that the button is pressed, the settings of the registered fun

124Playback/ErasingTo Cancel the Magnified Display:Press the zoom lever toward . (You can also cancel it immediately by pressing the MENU button.)In

125Playback/ErasingTo Return to Single Image Playback:Press the zoom lever toward .Viewing Images in Sets of Nine (Index Playback)1Press the zoom lev

126Focus Check display allows you to check the focus of images taken. Moreover, as you can change the display size and switch images, you can easily c

127Playback/ErasingChanging the Display Magnification and display PositionTo Cancel Changing the Display Size and Display Position:Press the MENU butt

Preparations11Getting Started Guide3. Insert the memory card until it clicks into place.4. Close the cover (d), and press downward as you slide it unt

128Switching Frames2Press the button.• When multiple faces are detected, the position of the orange colored frame will change each time the button

129Playback/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

130To Return to Single Image Playback:Press the MENU button.3Display the Images.1. Press the or button.• Pressing the MENU button cancels the sett

131Playback/ErasingYou can organize images into prepared categories. Once organized into categories, you can jump to and display the image you want (p

132Viewing 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

133Playback/ErasingOperating the Movie Control PanelExit Ends playback and returns to single image playback.PrintAn icon will display when a printer i

134Images can be rotated clockwise 90° or 270° in the display.Rotating Images in the Display1Select [Rotate].1. Press the MENU button.2. In the menu

135Playback/ErasingYou can select the transition effect displayed when switching between images.Playback with Transition EffectsNo transition effect.T

136Use 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

137Playback/ErasingYou can correct red eyes in recorded images.In single image playback mode, you can start a slide show from the current image displa

Preparations12Getting Started GuideTo Remove the BatteriesOpen the cover and remove the batteries. To Remove the Memory CardPush the memory card with

1382Select an image.1. Use the or button to select the image you wish to correct red eyes.2. Press the button.• A frame will automatically displ

139Playback/Erasing5Display the saved image.1. Press the MENU button.2. Use the or button to select [Yes].3. Press the button.• Selecting [No] r

140Add Correction Frame1Select [Add Frame].1. Use the , , or button to select [Add Frame].2. Press the button.• A green frame will display.2Ad

141Playback/ErasingRemoving Correction Frames1Select [Remove Frame].1. Use the , , or button to select [Remove Frame].2. Press the button.2Sel

142You can resave images that were recorded at high recording pixel settings at lower settings.Resizing Images1600 × 1200 pixels 640 × 480 pixels 32

143Playback/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

144In 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

145Playback/ErasingSound Memo PanelUse the or button to select an option and press FUNC./SET button.Exit Returns to the playback screen.Record Sta

146You can protect important images and movies from accidental erasure.Protecting Images1Select [Protect].1. Press the MENU button.2. In the menu, u

147Playback/ErasingYou can erase images from a memory card.Erasing All Imagesz Note that erased images cannot be recovered. Exercise adequate caution

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

148Print Settings/Transfer SettingsYou can select images on a memory card for printing and specify the number of print copies in advance using the cam

149Print Settings/Transfer Settings1Select [Print Settings].1. Press the button.2. Press the MENU button.3. Use the or button to select the men

150Single ImagesWhen [Print Type] (p. 148) is set to [Standard] or [Both], the number of copies can be set.1Select [Select Images & Qty.].1. Press

151Print 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

152You can use the camera to specify settings for images before downloading to a computer. Refer to the Software Starter Guide for instructions on how

153Print Settings/Transfer SettingsSingle ImagesMark all 3Select an image to transfer.1. Use the or button to select an image to transfer.2. Press

154Configuring the CameraThis camera is equipped with a power saving function, which can automatically turn off the power or LCD monitor.Power Saving

155Configuring the Camera3Press the MENU button.The power saving function will not activate during a slide show or while the camera is connected to a

156You 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 fo

157Configuring the CameraThe images you shoot are automatically assigned file numbers. You can select how the file number is assigned.Resetting the Fi

Preparations14Getting Started GuideYou can change the language displayed in the LCD monitor menus and messages.1. Press the (playback) button.2. Hol

158File and Folder NumbersRecorded images are assigned consecutive file numbers starting with 0001 and ranging up to 9999, while folders are assigned

159Configuring the CameraYou can create a new folder at any time and the recorded images will be automatically saved to that folder.Creating a Folder

160Setting the Day or Time for Automatic Folder Creation1Select [Create Folder].1. Press the MENU button.2. Use the or button to select the menu.

161Configuring the CameraYour camera is equipped with an Intelligent Orientation sensor that detects the orientation of an image shot with the camera

162When 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

163Connecting 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 the

164Troubleshooting• Camera (p. 164)• When the power is turned on (p. 165)• LCD monitor (p. 165)• Shooting (p. 167)• Shooting movies (p. 171)• Playback

165TroubleshootingSounds come from the camera interior.The camera’s horizontal/vertical orientation was changed.z The camera’s orientation mechanism i

166Display flickers.Display flickers when shot under fluorescent lighting.z This is not a camera malfunction (flickering recorded in movies, but not i

167TroubleshootingNoise displays./Subject’s movements are irregular.Camera automatically lightened the image displayed on the LCD monitor to make it e

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

168Image is blurred or out of focus.The camera moves when the shutter button is pressed.z Confirm the procedures in “ appears” (p. 166).AF-assist Bea

169TroubleshootingSubject in recorded image is too bright, or image flashes white.Subject is too close, making the flash too strong.z Shoot within cor

170White dots appear on the image.Light from the flash has reflected off dust particles or insects in the air. This is particularly noticeable when sh

171TroubleshootingRecording images to memory card takes a long time.Memory card was formatted in another device.z Use a memory card formatted in your

172PlaybackCannot play back.You attempted to play back images shot with another camera or images edited with a computer.z Computer images that cannot

173Troubleshooting BatteryBatteries consumed quickly.Battery is not being used to its full capacity.z See Battery (p. 185).Batteries are not the right

174Printing with a direct print compatible printerCannot printThe camera and printer are not properly connected.z Securely connect the camera and prin

175List of MessagesThe following messages may appear on the LCD monitor during shooting or playback. Please refer to the Direct Print User Guide for t

176Naming error!The file name could not be created because there is an image with the same name as the folder that the camera is attempting to create,

177List of MessagesIncompatible WAVEA sound memo cannot be added to this image since the data type of the existing sound memo is incorrect. In additio

Shooting Still Images16Getting Started Guide5. Press the shutter button fully (all the way) to shoot.• The shutter sound will play once and the image

178Communication errorThe computer was unable to download the image due to the large amount of images (approx. 1000) stored on the memory card. Use a

179Appendixz Before using the camera, please ensure that you read the safety precautions described below and in the “Safety Precautions” section. Alwa

180z 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 high-voltag

181AppendixBatteryz 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

182z Disconnect the battery charger and compact power adapter from both the camera and the power outlet after recharging or when not in use to avoid f

183AppendixCautionsEquipmentz Be careful not to bang the camera or subject it to strong impacts or shocks that could lead to injury or damage the equi

184Flashz 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 your fing

185AppendixPreventing MalfunctionsCameraAvoid Strong Magnetic Fieldsz Never place the camera in close proximity to electric motors or other equipment

186z Never mix unused and partially used batteries.The partially used batteries may leak.z Do not install the batteries with their terminals ( and )

187Appendixz Memory cards are high-precision electronic devices. Do not bend them, apply force to them, or subject them to shocks or vibration.z Do no

Shooting Still Images17Getting Started GuideMute SettingPressing the DISP. button while switching on the camera power will set the mute setting to [On

188z Be careful when transferring or disposing of a memory card. Formatting or erasing the data on a memory card merely changes the file management in

189AppendixUsing Rechargeable Batteries(Battery and Charger Kit CBK4-300)This kit includes a battery charger and four rechargeable AA-size NiMH (nicke

190z Do not recharge the batteries until the LCD monitor displays the “Change the batteries” message. Repeatedly recharging batteries before they beco

191AppendixUsing 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 p

192High-Power Flash HF-DC1This flash is used to supplement the camera’s built-in flash when the subject is too far away for proper illumination. Use t

193AppendixBatteriesz Charge becomes Severely LimitedIf the battery usage time has considerably diminished, wipe the battery terminals well with a dry

194If 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 setting have b

195Appendix4Remove the battery by pulling it up in the direction indicated by the arrow.5Insert a new battery with the (–) side facing up.6Replace the

196Camera BodyGently wipe dirt off the camera body with a soft cloth or eyeglass lens wiper.LensFirst use a lens blower brush to remove dust and dirt,

197AppendixAll data is based on Canon’s standard testing methods. Product specifications and appearance are subject to change without notice, at our s

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 Started GuideViewing Still Images1. Press the (playback) button.2. Use the or button to display the image you wish

198Image Stabilization : Lens-shift typeContinuous/Shoot Only*/Panning*/Off* Still images only.Metering System :Evaluative*1, Center-weighted average

199AppendixShooting Modes : AutoEasyCreative zone:Program, Shutter-speed priority, Aperture priority, ManualImage zone:Portrait, Landscape, Night Sna

200Number of Recording Pixels(Still images): Large : 3456 × 2592 pixelsMedium 1 : 2816 × 2112 pixelsMedium 2 : 2272 × 1704 pixelsMedium 3 : 1600 × 120

201AppendixInterface : Hi-Speed USB (Dedicated connector (female) with unified type of digital, audio and video*)* mini-B compatible.Audio/Video outpu

202Battery Capacityz The actual figures will vary according to the shooting conditions and camera settings.z Movie data is excluded.z At low temperatu

203AppendixMemory Cards and Estimated CapacitiesStill Image: Memory card included with the cameraThis reflects standard shooting criteria established

204Movie: Memory card included with the camera• Maximum movie clip length at : 3 min. The figures indicate the maximum continuous recording time.• D

205AppendixMultiMediaCardSD Memory CardNiMH Battery NB-3AH(Supplied with the separately sold NiMH Battery NB4-300 set or the Battery and Charger Kit C

206Battery 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

Index207IndexNumerics3:2 Guide ...120AAC Adapter Kit ACK800...191Accessory ...36A

Erasing19Getting Started GuideErasing1. Press the (playback) button.2. Use the or button to select an image to erase and press the button.You

Index208FlashFlash Exp. Comp ...95Flash Mode ...95Flash Output ...95Setting...

Index209PP...82Playback Button...44Portrait ...

210Trademark Acknowledgments• The SDHC logo is a trademark.Disclaimer• While every effort has been made to ensure that the information contained in th

Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode211Functions Available in Each Shooting ModeOnly functions with settings that change with the shooting mode a

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Camera User GuideCamera User GuideCEL-SJ5EA210 © CANON INC. 2008ENGLISHDIGITAL CAMERAEnsure that you read the Safety Precautions (pp. 179 – 188).Getti

Printing20Getting Started GuidePrinting1. Connect the camera to a direct print compatible printer.• Slide the camera’s terminal cover to the left to o

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

Embedding the Date in the Image Data22Getting Started GuideEmbedding the Date in the Image DataThis section explains how to embed date information on

Embedding the Date in the Image Data23Getting Started Guide3. Select (2M 1600 × 1200).1. Press the button.2. Use the or button to select .3. U

Shooting Movies24Getting Started GuideShooting Movies 1. Press the ON/OFF button.2. Select a shooting mode.1. Set the mode dial to (Movie).2. Use th

Shooting Movies25Getting Started Guide4. Press the shutter button halfway to focus.• When the camera focuses, it beeps twice and the indicator lights

Viewing Movies26Getting Started GuideViewing Movies1. Press the (playback) button.2. Use the or button to display a movie and press the button.

Downloading Images to a Computer27Getting Started GuideDownloading Images to a ComputerWe recommend using the supplied software.Items to Prepare• Came

Let’s Get Started!1Let’s Get Started!This guide is divided into the following two sections.Next...Learning Morep. 39First...p. 9Getting Started GuideT

Downloading Images to a Computer28Getting Started Guide1. Installing the software.Windows1. Place the Canon Digital Camera Solution Disk in the comput

Downloading Images to a Computer29Getting Started Guide2. Connecting the camera to a computer.1. Connect the supplied interface cable to the computer’

Downloading Images to a Computer30Getting Started Guide4. Open CameraWindow.WindowsSelect [Canon CameraWindow] and click [OK].CameraWindow appears.Mac

Downloading Images to a Computer31Getting Started GuideUse this method to download images using camera operations.1. Confirm that the Direct Transfer

Downloading Images to a Computer32Getting Started GuideYou can also use the following options in the Direct Transfer menu to set the method for downlo

Downloading Images to a Computer33Getting Started Guide2. Use the or button to select images to download and press the button.• The images will

System Map34Getting Started GuideSystem MapWrist StrapWS-DC5Supplied with CameraMemory Card (32 MB)Canon Digital Camera Solution DiskAV Cable AVC-DC40

System Map35Getting Started GuideUSB PortPC Card SlotUSB Card ReaderPCMCIA AdapterCompact Photo Printers*2*3(SELPHY series)Inkjet Printers*4TV/VideoVi

System Map36Getting Started GuideThe following camera accessories are sold separately.Some accessories are not sold in some regions, or may no longer

System Map37Getting Started GuideCanon offers the following separately sold printers for use with the camera. You can produce photo quality prints qui

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

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39Learning More

40Components Guide Front Viewa Microphone (pp. 24, 144)b Flash (p. 65)c Lamp (AF Assist Beam: p. 53, Red-Eye Reduction Lamp: p. 95, Self-Timer Lamp:

Components Guide41 Back Viewa Screen (LCD Monitor) (p. 58)b Terminal Coverc Strap Mount (p. 12)d Memory Card/Battery Cover Lock (p. 10)e Memory Card/

42 Controlsa (Print/Share) Button (pp. 20, 31, 122)b Mode Dial (pp. 15, 24, 77)c Zoom Lever (pp. 60, 124)Shooting: (Wide Angle)/ (Telephoto)Playb

Components Guide43Turning the control dial counterclockwise is equivalent to pressing the button, while turning the control dial clockwise is equival

44The button can turn the camera on/off and switch between the shooting/playback modes.* The amount of time before the lens automatically retracts c

Components Guide45The indicator on the back of the camera will light or blink under the following conditions.Green : Ready to shoot (camera beeps twic

46Basic OperationsSettings for the shooting or playback modes or such camera settings as the print settings, date/time and sounds are set using the FU

47Basic OperationsRec., Play, Print and Set up Menu (MENU Button)Convenient settings for shooting, playback or printing can be set with these menus. 1

Table of Contents3Using the Self-Timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68Changing the Recording Pixels (Still Images) . . . .

48Shooting Mode Information Displayed on the LCD Monitor and MenusAvailable Shooting Modes p. 211Information Displayed Setting MethodaWhite Balance or

49Basic OperationslMacro ( )/Manual Focus ( ) / buttonmExposure Compensation (…) buttonnExposure Shift Bar (Movies) () buttonAbout the Battery Charg

50Playback Mode (Detailed) The following information may also be displayed with some images. Information Displayed Setting MethodoPrint List button,M

51Basic OperationsShooting Modez Information for images shot on other cameras may not display correctly.z Overexposure WarningIn the following cases,

52Settings by using the , /MF, , or / buttonFUNC. MenuMenu Item OptionsReference PageExposure Compensation…p. 113Macro/Manual Focus pp. 67, 108ISO

53Basic OperationsRec. Menu Menu Item Options Reference PageAF Framep. 101// ////Face Detect*/Center/ / / Center*/Face DetectAF Frame Size Normal*/Sma

54Review(Rec. Review)Off/2* – 10 seconds/Hold You can set the length of time images display after being shot (p. 16).Review Info Off*/Detailed/Focus C

55Basic OperationsPlay Menu Print Menu Menu ItemReference PageSlide Show p. 136My Category p. 131Red-Eye Correction p. 137Resize p. 142Sound Memo p. 1

56Set up Menu Menu Item Options Summary/Reference PageMute On/Off*Set to [On] to silence all operation sounds (except for when the memory card/battery

57Basic OperationsPrint MethodThe connection method with the printer can be changed for printing. Although it is normally not necessary to change the

Table of Contents4Playback/Erasing 124Viewing Magnified Images . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124Viewing Images in Sets of Nine (Index

58Switching LCD Monitor Display ModesEach press of the DISP. button, changes the display mode of the LCD monitor (except the Easy mode). See Informati

59Basic Operationsz The LCD monitor will not switch to the detailed display or focus check display in magnified display (p. 124), or index playback mo

60Commonly Used Shooting FunctionsThe zoom can be adjusted from 36 – 360 mm (focal length) in 35mm film equivalent terms.You can also use the control

61Commonly Used Shooting FunctionsYou can combine digital zoom with optical zoom when shooting.The available shooting characteristics and focal length

62About 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

63Commonly Used Shooting FunctionsShooting with the Digital Zoom1Select [Digital Zoom].1. Press the MENU button.2. In the menu, use the or butto

64Shooting with the Digital Tele-ConverterThe digital tele-converter feature uses digital zoom to achieve the effects of a tele-converter (a lens used

65Commonly Used Shooting FunctionsUsing the FlashAvailable Shooting Modes p. 2111Raise the flash manually.2Press the button.1. Use the or button

66z When the flash recharging begins after shooting, the indicator blinks orange and the LCD monitor turns off. When recharging ends, the indicator tu

67Commonly Used Shooting FunctionsUse this mode to shoot close-ups of flowers or small items. The image area at the minimum shooting distance from the

Table of Contents5Preventing Malfunctions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 185Using the Power Kits (Sold Separately). . . . . . .

68You can set the time delay and the numbers of shots you wish to take in advance.To Cancel the Self-Timer:Follow procedure 1 to select .Using the Se

69Commonly Used Shooting FunctionsChanging the Delay Time and Number of Shots ( )1Select [Self-Timer].1. Press the MENU button.2. In the menu, use t

70Approximate Values for Recording Pixels : Approximate recording pixel numbers are shown. (M is short for megapixels.)* Paper sizes vary according to

71Commonly Used Shooting FunctionsApproximate Values for Compression SettingszSee Memory Cards and Estimated Capacities (p. 203).z See Image Data Size

72The lens-shift type image stabilizer function allows you to minimize the camera shake effect (blurred images) when you shoot distant subjects that h

73Commonly Used Shooting Functions2Make settings.1. Use the or button to select the image stabilizer settings.2. Press the MENU button.z Camera sh

74Raise the ISO speed to use a fast shutter speed when you wish to reduce the effects of camera shake or avoid blurry subjects, or to turn the flash o

75Commonly Used Shooting FunctionsWhen the camera shake warning icon ( ) appears during shooting, this function allows you to increase ISO speed and t

764Press and hold the shutter button halfway, then press the button.• The ISO speed after adjustment is displayed.• While pressing the shutter button

77Shooting Using the Mode DialThe camera automatically selects settings.: Auto (p. 15): Easy (p. 17) Image zoneWhen a shooting mode appropriate for t

Table of Contents6Symbol Conventions in this GuideAbout this Guide: This mark denotes issues that may affect the camera’s operation.: This mark denote

78Shooting with the Easy mode is as simple as just pressing the shutter button. The camera selects the best settings automatically, so you can shoot a

79Shooting Using the Mode DialWhen a shooting mode appropriate for the shooting conditions is selected, the camera automatically adjusts settings for

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

81Shooting Using the Mode Dial SnowShoots without a blue tinge and without making people appear dark against a snowy background. BeachShoots without m

82The camera automatically sets the shutter speed and aperture value to match the brightness of the scene. You can set the ISO speed, exposure compens

83Shooting Using the Mode DialWhen you set the shutter speed, the camera automatically selects an aperture value to match the brightness.Faster shutte

84z The shutter speed, zoom and aperture value have the following relationship.z The fastest shutter speed for flash synchronization is 1/500 second.

85Shooting Using the Mode DialThe aperture adjusts the amount of light entering through the lens. When you set the aperture value, the camera automati

86z The maximum shutter speed with synchronized flash is 1/500 seconds. Therefore, even if an aperture value is preset, the aperture value may automat

87Shooting Using the Mode DialYou can manually set the shutter speed and aperture to shoot images. Manually Setting the Shutter Speed and ApertureAvai

Please Read7Please ReadTest ShotsBefore you try to photograph important subjects, we highly recommend that you shoot several trial images to confirm t

88z If the zoom is adjusted after these values are set, the aperture value or the shutter speed may change in accordance with the zoom position (p. 84

89Shooting Using the Mode DialThe following movie modes are available.The recording time will differ according to the memory card used (p. 204).* Even

903Shoot.• Pressing the shutter button halfway automatically sets the exposure, focus and white balance settings.• Pressing the shutter button fully s

91Shooting Using the Mode Dialz Adjust the zoom setting before shooting. The combined digital and optical zoom factor will display on the LCD monitor.

92Changing Movie Recording PixelsYou can change the recording pixels and frame rate when the movie mode is set to (Standard).*11Select the recording

93Various Shooting MethodsThe camera shoots continuously while the shutter button is held down.* The focus position of first image is fixed.You can al

94To Cancel Continuous Shooting:Follow procedure 1 to display .2Shoot.• The camera will continue to record successive images while the shutter button

95Various Shooting MethodsYou can make detailed flash settings to fit the shooting conditions.Flash SettingsSetting the FlashAvailable Shooting Modes

96Displaying and setting [Flash Settings]About Red-Eye Correctionz When [Red-Eye Corr.] is set to [On], only the corrected image is recorded to the me

97Various Shooting MethodsYou can zoom the display of the AF frame to check focus when shooting or right after taking a shot.Zooming the AF Frame and