Canon Powershot A570 IS User Manual

Before Using the CameraShootingPlayback/ErasingPrint/Transfer SettingsTroubleshootingList of MessagesAppendixAdvancedENGLISHCamera User GuideThis guid

8Batteryz 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 wa

98Handling the Memory CardSD memory card or SDHC memory cardWrite Protect TabCautions When Handlingz Memory cards are high-precision electronic device

99AppendixFormattingz Please note that formatting (initializing) an memory card erases all data, including protected images.z You are recommended to u

100Using Rechargeable Batteries (Battery and Charger Kit CBK4-300)This kit includes a battery charger and four rechargeable AA-size NiMH (nickel metal

101Appendixz 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

102Using 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

103AppendixThe camera supports use of the separately sold Wide Converter WC-DC52, Tele-converter TC-DC52A and Close-up lens 250D (52mm). In order to a

104Close-up lens 250D (52 mm)This lens makes taking macro shots easy. In the normal mode, close-up shots can be taken when the distance from the fron

105Appendix4Align 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

106Converter SettingsSettings for when shooting using [IS Mode] (p. 27) with the separately sold Wide Converter WC-DC52, Tele-converter TC-DC52A or Cl

107AppendixHigh-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

9Othersz Do not trigger the flash in close proximity to human or animal eyes. Exposure to the intense light produced by the flash may damage eyesight.

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

109AppendixIf the Date/Time menu appears when the camera power is turned on, the date battery charge is low and the date and time settings have been l

1105 Remove the battery by pulling it up in the direction indicated by the arrow.6 Insert a new battery with the (–) side facing up.7 Replace the batt

111AppendixCamera 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

112All data is based on Canon’s standard testing methods. Subject to change without notice.PowerShot A570 ISSpecifications(W): Max. wide angle (T):

113AppendixMetering System : Evaluative*1, Center-weighted average or Spot*2*1 When AiAF is set to [Face Detect], the brightness of the face is also e

114File Format : Design rule for camera file system and DPOF compliantData Type (Still images) : Exif 2.2 (JPEG)*Sound memos: WAVE (monaural)(Movies)

115AppendixPlayback Modes : Single (histogram displayable), Index (9 thumbnail images), Magnified (approx. 10x (max.) in LCD monitor, advance or rever

116Battery Capacityz The actual figures will vary according to the shooting conditions and settings.z Movie data is excluded.z At low temperatures, th

117AppendixMemory Cards and Estimated Capacities: Card included with the camera• Capable of smooth continuous shooting (p. 31) when card has been for

10z When not using the camera for extended periods of time, remove the batteries from the camera or battery charger and store the equipment in a safe

118Movie:Card included with the camera• Maximum movie clip length at : 1 min., at : 3 min. The figures indicate the maximum continuous recording ti

119AppendixImage Data Sizes (Estimated)Recording PixelsCompression3072 x 2304 pixels 3045 KB 1897 KB 902 KB2592 x 1944 pixels 2503 KB 1395 KB 695 KB20

120MultiMediaCardSD Memory CardNiMH Battery NB-3AH(Supplied with the separately sold NiMH Battery NB4-300 set or the Battery and Charger Kit CBK4-300)

121AppendixBattery Charger CB-5AH/CB-5AHE(Supplied with the separately sold Battery and Charger Kit CBK4-300)*1When charging four NB-3AH batteries*2Wh

122Tele-converter TC-DC52A (Sold Separately)Close-up Lens 250D 52 mm (Sold Separately)Conversion Lens Adapter LA-DC52G (Sold Separately)(W) : Max. wid

123IndexNumerics3:2 Guide... 34AAC Adapter Kit ACK800... 102AF Frame... 13, 43AF Lock...

124JJump (Image Search)... 65LLandscape... Basic 10Language... Basic 7LCD MonitorNight Display..

125Shooting ModeAuto... Basic 10Creative Zone... Basic 11Av ... 41M ...

126Trademark Acknowledgments• Windows, Windows Vista and Windows Vista logo are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in

127Functions Available in Each Shooting ModeSet each function according to the shooting conditions and then shoot.FunctionRecordingPixels(Still)(p. 26

11Preventing MalfunctionsAvoid Strong Magnetic Fieldsz Never place the camera in close proximity to electric motors or other equipment generating stro

128{ Setting available (z Default setting) U Setting can only be selected for the first image (S: Default setting).• (Shaded Area): Setting is retain

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12Before Using the Camera – Basic OperationsNight DisplayWhen shooting in dark conditions, the camera automatically brightens the LCD monitor to suit

13Before Using the Camera – Basic OperationsShooting Information (Shooting Mode)* Displays when the shutter button is pressed halfway. During flash ph

14Playback Information (Playback Mode)StandardIf the indicator blinks orange and the camera shake warning icon displays, this indicates that a slow

15Before Using the Camera – Basic OperationsDetailedThe following information may also be displayed with some images.A sound file in a format other t

16The viewfinder can be used to conserve power by turning the LCD monitor off (p. 12) while shooting.z Information for images shot on other cameras ma

17Before Using the Camera – Basic OperationsThis camera is equipped with a power saving function. The power will shut off in the following circumstanc

0Main FeaturesShootingz 4x optical zoom with shift-method image stabilizerz Avoid the effects of camera shake or blurry subjects when shooting by usin

18Menus are used to set the shooting, playback and print settings as well as such camera settings as the date/time and electronic beep. The following

19Before Using the Camera – Basic OperationsRec., Play, Print and Set up MenusConvenient settings for shooting, playback or printing can be set with t

20See Functions Available in Each Shooting ModeFUNC. MenuThe icons shown below are the default settings.Rec. Menu ( )*Default settingMenu ListMenu Ite

21Before Using the Camera – Basic OperationsPlay Menu ( ) Print Menu ( )Safety MF On/Off* p. 47AF-assist BeamOn*/Off p. 86Review Off/2*–10 seconds/Hol

22Set up Menu ( )*Default settingMenu Item Options Reference PageMute On/Off* Set to [On] to silence all operation sounds except for the warning sound

23Before Using the Camera – Basic Operations*1The connection method with the printer can be changed. Although it is normally not necessary to change t

24Resetting Settings to Their Default Values1 (Set up) Menu [Reset All].See Menus and Settings (p. 19).2Select [OK] and press .z Settings cannot be r

25Before Using the Camera – Basic OperationsYou should always format a new memory card or one from which you wish to erase all images and other data.F

26ShootingApproximate Values for Recording Pixels* Paper sizes vary according to region.Changing the Recording Pixels and Compression (Still Images)Sh

27ShootingApproximate Values for Compression Settings*Only [Continuous] can be set.The lens shift type image stabilizer function allows you to minimiz

1Conventions Used in this GuideIcons appearing next to or below titles indicate the shooting modes in which the procedure can be used.See Functions Av

28The following icons appear on the LCD monitor. *1 Cannot be set in mode.You can set whether or not the red-eye reduction*2 lamp automatically fire

29Shooting* Digital tele-converter cannot be set.You can combine digital zoom with optical zoom when shooting.The available shooting characteristics a

30Shooting with the Digital ZoomShooting with the Digital Tele-Converter2Press the zoom lever toward and shoot.z The combined digital and optical zo

31ShootingIn this mode, the camera shoots continuously while the shutter button is held down.If you use the recommended memory card*1, you can shoot c

32You can shoot images with the optimal settings for postcards by composing them inside the print area (width-to-height ratio of approximately 3:2) sh

33ShootingEmbedding the Date in the Image DataYou can embed the date in image data when (Postcard) is selected.1 (Rec.) Menu [Date Stamp] [Off]*/[Da

34* Only [Grid Lines] can be set.You can display vertical and horizontal grid lines, a 3:2 print area guide, or both on the LCD monitor while shooting

35ShootingThe following movie modes are available.For information on the recording pixels and frame rate in each mode, refer to Recording Pixels and F

362Shoot.z Pressing the shutter button halfway automatically sets the exposure, focus and white balance settings.z Pressing the shutter button fully s

37ShootingRecording Pixels and Frame RatesFrame rates indicate the number of frames recorded or played back each second. The higher the frame rate, th

2Items marked with a  are lists or charts that summarize camera functions or procedures.Please Read. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

38Stitch Assist can be used to shoot overlapping images that can later be merged (stitched) to create one panoramic image on a computer. Shooting Pano

39ShootingThe camera automatically sets the shutter speed and aperture value to match the brightness of the subject.z When a correct exposure cannot b

40When you set the shutter speed, the camera automatically selects an aperture value to match the brightness of the subject. Faster shutter speeds all

41ShootingThe aperture adjusts the amount of light entering through the lens. When you set the aperture value, the camera automatically selects a shut

42You can manually set the shutter speed and aperture to shoot images.z When you press the shutter button halfway, the difference between the standard

43Shooting* Cannot be set in mode.The AF frame indicates the area of the composition on which the camera focuses. You can set the AF frame in the fo

44z The AF frame appears as follows (when the LCD monitor is on) when the shutter button is pressed halfway.z The following occurs when [Face Detect]

45Shooting* Cannot be used in mode.It may be difficult to focus on the following types of subjects.z Subjects with extremely low contrast to the sur

46To Release the AF LockPress the button.Shooting in Manual Focus ModeThe focus can be manually set.3Press and hold the shutter button halfway and p

47ShootingTo Cancel the Manual FocusPress the button.Using the Manual Focus in Combination with the Auto Focus (Safety MF)First, manual focus is use

3Shooting Hard-to-Focus Subjects (Focus Lock, AF Lock, Manual Focus, Safety MF) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45Switching betw

48Metering MethodsSwitching between Metering ModesShooting Mode1FUNC. Menu * (Evaluative)See Menus and Settings (p. 18).* Default setting.z Use the

49ShootingAdjust the exposure compensation to a positive value to avoid making the subject too dark when it is backlit or shot against a bright backgr

50White Balance SettingsAuto Settings are automatically set by the camera.Day Light For recording outdoors on a bright day.CloudyFor recording under o

51Shooting1FUNC. Menu * (Auto) (Custom).See Menus and Settings (p. 18).* Default setting.2Aim the camera at a piece of white paper or cloth and press

52You can change the look of an image when it is shot.My Colors SettingsShooting in a My Colors ModeShooting ModeMy Colors OffRecords normally with th

53ShootingRaise 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

54ISO Speed Settings{:Available *:Default1FUNC. Menu (Auto).See Menus and Settings (p. 18).z Use the or button to select an ISO speed and press th

55ShootingAlthough the built-in flash will fire with automatic flash adjustments (except in the mode), it is also possible to set it so that it fire

56The camera automatically changes the shutter speed or aperture value when the flash fires to avoid overexposing and blowing out the highlights in th

57ShootingYou can register a function that you often use when shooting with the button.The following functions can be registered.* Default setting.To

4TV monitor output. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91Printing with a direct print compatible printer . . . . . . .

58Using the ButtonYour camera is equipped with an Intelligent Orientation sensor that detects the orientation of an image shot with the camera held

59ShootingYou can create a new folder at any time and the recorded images will be automatically saved to that folder.When the camera is held verticall

60Creating a Folder the Next Time You Shoot.Setting the Day or Time for Automatic Folder Creation.2Use the or button to check mark [Create New Fol

61ShootingThe images you shoot are automatically assigned file numbers. You can select how the file number is assigned.File Number Reset FunctionReset

62File and Folder NumbersRecorded images are assigned consecutive file numbers starting with 0001 and ranging up to 9999, while folders are assigned n

63Playback/ErasingPlayback/ErasingPlease also see the Basic Camera User Guide (p. 16).To Cancel the Magnified DisplayPress the zoom lever toward . (Y

64To Return to Single Image PlaybackPress the zoom lever toward . Viewing Images in Sets of Nine (Index Playback)1Press the zoom lever toward .z Up

65Playback/ErasingWhen 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 the

66Viewing MoviesMovies cannot be played in the index playback mode.1Display a movie and press .z Images with a icon are movies.2Select (Play) and

67Playback/ErasingOperating the Movie Control PanelEnds playback and returns to single image playbackPrints (An icon will display when a printer is co

5Handling PrecautionsTest ShotsBefore you try to photograph important subjects, we highly recommend that you shoot several trial images to confirm tha

68Images can be rotated clockwise 90° or 270° in the display. Rotating Images in the Display1 (Play) Menu .See Menus and Settings (p. 19).2Use the

69Playback/ErasingYou can correct red eyes in recorded images. However, red eyesmay not be automatically detected in some images or the results may no

704Select [New File] or [Overwrite] and press .z [New File]: Saved as new file with a new name. The uncorrected image is stored. The new image is stor

71Playback/ErasingIn playback mode (including single image playback and index playback), you can attach sound memos (up to 1 min.) to an image. The so

72Sound Memo Panel2Use the or button to select an image to which to attach a sound memo and press .z The sound memo control panel will display.3Se

73Playback/ErasingUse this feature to automatically play back all of the images in the memory card. The LCD monitor displays each image for approximat

74You can protect important images and movies from accidental erasure.Protecting Images1 (Play) Menu .See Menus and Settings (p. 19).2Use the or b

75Playback/ErasingYou can play back images on a television with the supplied AV cable.Viewing Images on a TV set1Turn off the camera and the TV.2Conne

76Erasing All Imagesz Note that erased images cannot be recovered. Exercise adequate caution before erasing an image.z Protected images cannot be eras

77Print Settings/Transfer SettingsPrint Settings/Transfer SettingsYou can select images on a memory card for printing and specify the number of print

6Video FormatPlease set the camera’s video signal format to the one used in your region before using it with a TV monitor (p. 75).Language SettingPlea

78All the Images on a Memory Card2Use the or button to select images for printing.z Selection methods differ for the Print Type settings (p. 79).-

79Print Settings/Transfer SettingsSetting the Print StyleAfter setting the print style, select the images for printing. The following settings can be

80You can use the camera to specify settings for images before downloading to a computer. Refer to the Software Starter Guide for instructions on how

81Print Settings/Transfer SettingsSingle ImagesAll the Images on a Memory Card2Select [Order] and press .z Selecting [Reset] cancels all transfer ord

82TroubleshootingCameraCamera will not operate.Power is not turned on. z Press the power button (Basic Guide p. 8).Memory card slot/battery cover is o

83TroubleshootingThe Date/Time menu appears.The lithium date/time battery charge is depleted.z Replace the lithium date/time battery (p. 109).LCD moni

84 appears.A slow shutter speed has likely been selected because of insufficient lighting.z Set the IS Mode to any setting other than [Off] (p. 27).z

85TroubleshootingShootingCamera will not record.Mode switch is set to (playback).z Set the mode switch to (shooting) (Basic Guide p. 8).Flash is c

86Image is blurred or out of focus.The camera moves when the shutter button is pressed.z Confirm the procedures in “ appears” (p. 84).AF-assist Beam i

87TroubleshootingThe subject is overexposed because the surroundings are too dark.z Set the exposure compensation to a negative (–) setting (p. 49).z

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

88Eyes appear red.Light is reflected back from the eyes when the flash is used in dark areas.z Turn [On] the Red-Eye setting in the Rec. menu (p. 28).

89TroubleshootingShooting moviesThe recording time may not display properly or shooting may stop unexpectedly.The following types of memory cards are

90PlaybackCannot play back.You attempted to play back images shot with another camera or images edited with a computer.z Computer images that cannot b

91TroubleshootingBatteryBatteries consumed quickly.Batteries are not the right type.z Use only unused AA-size alkaline batteries or Canon AA-size NiMH

92Printing with a direct print compatible printerCannot printThe camera and printer are not properly connected.z Securely connect the camera and print

93List of MessagesList of MessagesThe following messages may appear on the LCD monitor during shooting or playback. Please refer to the Direct Print U

94Change the batteriesBattery charge is insufficient to operate the camera. Replace both batteries immediately with unused AA-size alkaline batteries

95List of MessagesCannot ModifyCannot apply red-eye correction as no red-eye is detected.Cannot transfer!When transferring images to your computer usi

96AppendixBattery HandlingBattery ChargeThe following icon and message will display.Battery Handling Precautionsz This camera uses AA-size alkaline ba

97Appendixz Before installing the batteries, wipe the battery terminals well with a dry cloth.If the battery terminals are soiled with oil from one’s