Canon PowerShot A720 IS User Manual

Camera User GuideCamera User GuideCEL-SG9GA210 © 2007 CANON INC.ENGLISHDIGITAL CAMERAEnsure that you read the Safety Precautions (pp. 162–167).Getting

Preparations8Getting StartedPreparations Attaching the Wrist Strap1. Slide the battery cover lock in the direction of the arrow (a) and hold it there

Various Shooting Methods98See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 200).You can set the exposure and focus separately. This is effective when

Various Shooting Methods99See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 200).You can lock the flash exposure so that the exposure settings are cor

Various Shooting Methods100See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 200).Raise the ISO speed to use a fast shutter speed when you wish to red

Various Shooting Methods101See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 200).Adjust the exposure compensation to a positive value to avoid making

Various Shooting Methods102See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 200).Switching between Metering ModesShooting Mode EvaluativeAppropriate

Various Shooting Methods103Setting the Spot Metering Frame to the Cen-ter/To Correspond with the AF Frame 1Select [Spot AE Point].1. Press the butto

Various Shooting Methods104See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 200).Normally, the (Auto) white balance setting selects an optimal whit

Various Shooting Methods105Using the Custom White BalanceYou can set a custom white balance to obtain the optimal setting for the shooting conditions

Various Shooting Methods106z You are recommended to set the shooting mode to and the exposure compensation setting to [±0] before setting a custom w

Various Shooting Methods107See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 200).You can change the look of an image when it is shot.Configuring My C

Preparations9Getting Started2. Install two batteries.3. Close the cover (a), and press downward as you slide it until it clicks into place (b).Positiv

Various Shooting Methods108Setting the Camera to a Custom Color Mode1Select .1. Press the button.2. Use the or button to select and choose w

Various Shooting Methods109See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 200).Although the built-in flash will fire with automatic flash adjustmen

Various Shooting Methods110See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 200).Flash exposure compensation can be adjusted in the range of -2 to +2

Various Shooting Methods111See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 200).When shooting, the flash output can be controlled in three steps, up

Various Shooting Methods112See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 200).Switching the Timing at which the Flash FiresShooting Mode1st-curtai

Various Shooting Methods113See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 200).The camera automatically changes the shutter speed or aperture value

Various Shooting Methods114See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 200).You can register a function that you often use when shooting with th

Various Shooting Methods115Using the ButtonSee Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 200).Your camera is equipped with an Intelligent Orient

Various Shooting Methods1162Accept the setting.1. Use the or button to select [On] or [Off].2. Press the button.• When the Auto Rotate function

Various Shooting Methods117See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 200).* Only [Grid Lines] can be set.You can display vertical and horizon

Preparations10Getting Started1. Slide the battery cover lock in the direction of the arrow (a) and hold it there while moving the entire cover in the

Various Shooting Methods118See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 200).You can create a new folder at any time and the recorded images will

Various Shooting Methods119Setting the Day or Time for Automatic Folder Creation.1Select [Create Folder].1. Press the button.2. Use the or butto

Various Shooting Methods120See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 200).The images you shoot are automatically assigned file numbers. You ca

Various Shooting Methods121File and Folder NumbersRecorded images are assigned consecutive file numbers starting with0001 and ranging up to 9999, whil

Playback/Erasing122To Cancel the Magnified DisplayPress the zoom lever toward . (You can also cancel it immediately by pressing the MENU button.) Mag

Playback/Erasing123To Return to Single Image PlaybackPress the zoom lever toward . Viewing Images in Sets of Nine (Index Playback)1Press the zoom lev

Playback/Erasing124When 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 th

Playback/Erasing125Viewing Movies (Operating the Movie Control Panel) Movies cannot be played in the index playback mode.1Display the movie file.1. Us

Playback/Erasing126Operating the Movie Control PanelEnds playback and returns to single image playbackPrints (An icon will display when a printer is c

Playback/Erasing127Images can be rotated clockwise 90° or 270° in the display. Rotating Images in the Display1Select [Rotate].1. Press the button.2

Preparations11Getting Started3. Close the cover (a), and press downward as you slide it until it clicks into place (b). To Remove the Memory Card• Pu

Playback/Erasing128You can select the transition effect displayed when switching between images.Playback with Transition EffectsNo transition effect.T

Playback/Erasing129Use this feature to automatically play back all of the images in the memory card. The LCD monitor displays each image for approxima

Playback/Erasing130You can correct red eyes in recorded images. Red-Eye Correction FunctionRed eyes may not be automatically detected in some images o

Playback/Erasing1313Correct the image.1. Use the or button to select [Start].2. Press the button.4Save the image.1. Use the or button to sel

Playback/Erasing132z When there is not enough space left on the memory card, red-eye correction cannot be performed.z Although you can apply red eye c

Playback/Erasing133Removing Correction FramesTo correctly perform red-eye correction, take note of the following (refer to the image in step 2 on page

Playback/Erasing134You can resave images that were recorded at high recording pixel settings at lower settings.Resizing Images1600 x 1200 pixels640 x

Playback/Erasing1354Save the image.1. Use the or button to select [OK].2. Press the button.• The resized image will be saved in a new file.5Disp

Playback/Erasing136In 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

Playback/Erasing137Sound Memo PanelUse the or button to select an option and press FUNC./SETYou can protect important images and movies from accid

Preparations12Getting StartedThe Date/Time settings menu will appear the first time the power is turned on. Set the date and time as shown in steps 3

Playback/Erasing138 Erasing All Imagesz Note that erased images cannot be recovered. Exercise adequate caution before erasing an image.z Protected ima

Print Settings/Transfer Settings139You can select images on a memory card for printing and specify the number of print copies in advance using the cam

Print Settings/Transfer Settings1402Select the images.• Selection methods differ for the Print Type settings (p. 142).Standard ()/Both ()1. Use the

Print Settings/Transfer Settings141All the Images on a Memory Card1Select [Select All Images].1. Set the mode switch to .2. Press the button.3. Use

Print Settings/Transfer Settings142Setting the Print StyleAfter setting the print style, select the images for printing. The followingsettings can be

Print Settings/Transfer Settings143z The Date and File No. settings change according to the Print Type as follows.- Index[Date] and [File No.] cannot

Print Settings/Transfer Settings144You can use the camera to specify settings for images before downloading to a computer. Refer to the Software Start

Print Settings/Transfer Settings145All the Images on a Memory Card1Select [Transfer Order].1. Set the mode switch to .2. Press the button.3. In the

Connecting to a TV146You can use the supplied AV cable to shoot or playback images using a TV. Shooting/Playback Using a TV1Turn off the camera and th

Troubleshooting147• Camera (p. 147)• When the power is turned on (p. 148)• LCD monitor (p. 148)• Shooting (p. 150)• Shooting movies (p. 154)• Playback

Preparations13Getting StartedYou can change the language displayed in the LCD monitor menus and messages. 1. Set the mode switch to (Playback). 2. H

Troubleshooting148Sounds come from the camera interior.The camera’s horizontal/vertical orientation was changed.z The camera’s orientation mechanism i

Troubleshooting149A bar of light (purplish red) appears on the LCD monitor.Sometimes appears when shooting a bright subject, such as the sun or other

Troubleshooting150ShootingCamera will not record.Mode switch is set to (playback).z Set the mode switch to (shooting) (p. 14).Flash is charging. z

Troubleshooting151AF-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

Troubleshooting152Too much light is shining directly into the camera, or is being reflected off the subject.z Change the shooting angle.Flash is set t

Troubleshooting153Eyes appear red.Light is reflected back from the eyes when the flash is used in dark areas.z In the Rec. menu set the Red-Eye settin

Troubleshooting154Shooting moviesThe recording time may not display properly or shooting may stop unexpectedly.The following types of memory cards are

Troubleshooting155PlaybackCannot play back.You attempted to play back images shot with another camera or images edited with a computer.z Computer imag

Troubleshooting156BatteryBatteries consumed quickly.Batteries are not the right type.z Use only unused AA-size alkaline batteries or Canon AA-size NiM

Troubleshooting157Printing with a direct print compatible printerCannot printThe camera and printer are not properly connected.z Securely connect the

Shooting Still Images14Getting StartedShooting Still Images 1. Press the power button.• The start-up sound will play and the start-up image will displ

List of Messages158The following messages may appear on the LCD monitor during shooting or playback. Please refer to the Direct Print User Guide for t

List of Messages159Naming 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

List of Messages160Incompatible WAVEA sound memo cannot be added to this image since the data type of the existing sound memo is incorrect. In additio

List of Messages161Lens error, restart cameraAn error was detected while the lens was in motion, and the power has been automatically turned off. This

Appendix162z Before using the camera, please ensure that you read the safety precautions described below and in the “Safety Precautions” section. Alwa

Appendix163 WarningsEquipmentz Do not point the camera directly at the sun or bright light sources.Doing so could damage the camera's CCD or your

Appendix164z Do not use substances containing alcohol, benzine, thinners or other flammable substances to clean or maintain the equipment.z Do not cut

Appendix165z When recharging the Canon AA-size NiMH batteries, use only a specified battery charger.z The compact power adapter is designed for exclus

Appendix166 CautionsEquipmentz Be careful not to bang the camera or subject it to strong impacts or shocks that could lead to injury or damage the equ

Appendix167Flashz 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

Shooting Still Images15Getting Started4. Press the shutter button lightly (press halfway) to set the focus.• When the camera focuses, it beeps twice a

Appendix168Battery HandlingBattery ChargeThe following icon and message will display.Battery Handling Precautionsz This camera uses AA-size alkaline b

Appendix169z Before installing the batteries, wipe the battery terminals well with a dry cloth.If the battery terminals are soiled with oil from one’s

Appendix170Handling the Memory CardSD memory card or SDHC memory cardWrite Protect TabCautions When Handlingz Memory cards are high-precision electron

Appendix171Formattingz Please note that formatting (initializing) an memory card erases all data, including protected images.z You are recommended to

Appendix172Using Rechargeable Batteries (Battery and Charger Kit CBK4-300)This kit includes a battery charger and four rechargeable AA-size NiMH (nick

Appendix173z 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

Appendix174Using 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

Appendix175The camera supports use of the separately sold Wide Converter WC-DC58N, Tele-converter TC-DC58N and Close-up lens 250D (58mm). In order to

Appendix176 Close-up lens 250D (58 mm)This lens makes taking macro shots easy.Focusing Range and Image Area Conversion Lens Adapter LA-DC58GThis is

Appendix177Attaching a Lens1Be sure that the camera is turned off.2Press the ring release button and hold it down (a), and turn the ring in the direct

Shooting Still Images16Getting StartedRecorded images are displayed on the LCD monitor for approximately 2 seconds immediately after shooting. You can

Appendix1785Align 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

Appendix179Converter SettingsSettings for when shooting using [IS Mode] (p. 68) with the separately sold Wide Converter WC-DC58N, Tele-converter TC-DC

Appendix180High-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

Appendix181 Batteriesz Charge becomes Severely LimitedIf the battery usage time has considerably diminished, wipe the battery terminals well with a d

Appendix182If 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

Appendix1834Remove the battery holder in the direction indicated by the arrow.5Remove the battery by pull-ing it up in the direction indicated by the

Appendix184Camera 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

Appendix185All data is based on Canon’s standard testing methods. Subject to change without notice.PowerShot A720 ISSpecifications(W): Max. wide angle

Appendix186Metering System : Evaluative*1, Center-weighted average or Spot*2*1 When [AF Frame] is set to [Face Detect], the brightness of the face is

Appendix187Recording Media : SD memory card/SDHC memory card/MultiMediaCard/MMCplus memory card/HC MMCplus memory cardFile Format : Design rule for ca

Viewing Still Images17Getting StartedViewing Still Images1. Set the mode switch to (Playback).• The last recorded image will display.2. Use the or

Appendix188Playback Modes : Single (histogram displayable), Index (9 thumbnail images), Magnified (approx. 10x (max.) in LCD monitor, advance or rever

Appendix189Battery Capacityz The actual figures will vary according to the shooting conditions and settings.z Movie data is excluded.z At low temperat

Appendix190Memory Cards and Estimated Capacities: Card included with the camera• Capable of smooth continuous shooting (p. 87) when card has been for

Appendix191Movie:Card included with the camera• Maximum movie clip length at : 3 min. The figures indicate the maximum continuous recording time.Rec

Appendix192Image Data Sizes (Estimated)Recording PixelsCompression3264 x 2448 pixels 3436 KB 2060 KB 980 KB2592 x 1944 pixels 2503 KB 1395 KB 695 KB20

Appendix193MultiMediaCardSD Memory CardNiMH Battery NB-3AH(Supplied with the separately sold NiMH Battery NB4-300 set or the Battery and Charger Kit C

Appendix194Battery Charger CB-5AH/CB-5AHE(Supplied with the separately sold Battery and Charger Kit CBK4-300)*1 When charging four NB-3AH batteries*2

Appendix195Tele-converter TC-DC58N (Sold Separately)Close-up Lens 250D 58 mm (Sold Separately)Conversion Lens Adapter LA-DC58G (Sold Separately)(W): M

Index196Numerics1st-curtain ...1122nd-curtain ...1123:2 Guide ...

Index197Histogram ...54IImage Data Sizes (Estimated) ...192Image Stabilizer Function ...68Index Playback ...

Workflow and Reference GuidesThe following guides are available. Refer to them as necessary according to the flowchart below. Camera User GuideGetting

Shooting Movies18Getting StartedShooting Movies 1. Press the power button. 2. Select a shooting mode. 1. Set the mode switch to (Shooting).2. Set th

Index198SSafety FE ...113Safety MF ...97Safety Zoom ...62Self

199Trademark Acknowledgments• Microsoft, Windows Vista and the Windows Vista logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in

Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode200FunctionExposure Compensation (p. 101)– { { { { – {{ISO Speed (p. 100)Auto– { { {{ {{{High ISO Auto–––{ –

Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode201Set each function according to the shooting conditions and then shoot.Only functions with settings that ch

Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode202*1 Postcard date imprint and Widescreen are not available.*2 Can only be set in (Setting the aperture).*

Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode203{ { { { { { { – { { ––p90{ { { { { { { – { {{{{ { { { { { {{{ { ––––––––––––––––––––––––––p92{ { { { { { {

Camera User GuideCamera User GuideCEL-SG9GA210 © 2007 CANON INC.ENGLISHDIGITAL CAMERAEnsure that you read the Safety Precautions (pp. 162–167).Getting

Shooting Movies19Getting Started4. Press the shutter button lightly (press halfway) to set the focus.• An electronic beep will sound twice and the ind

Viewing Movies20Getting StartedViewing Movies1. Set the mode switch to (Playback).2. Use the or button to display a movie and press the button.

Erasing21Getting StartedErasing1. Set the mode switch to (Playback).2. Use the or button to select an image to erase and press the button.3. C

Printing22Getting StartedPrinting1.Connect the camera to a direct print compatible printer*1.• Open the Camera’s terminal cover and insert the interfa

Printing23Getting Started2. Turn on the printer.3. Set the camera’s mode switch to (Playback) and press the power button.• The button will light b

Downloading Images to a Computer24Getting StartedDownloading Images to a ComputerItems to Prepare• Camera and computer• Canon Digital Camera Solution

Downloading Images to a Computer25Getting Started1. Installing the software. Windows1. Place the Canon Digital Camera Solution Disk in the computer&a

Downloading Images to a Computer26Getting Started2. Connecting the camera to a computer.1. Connect the supplied interface cable to the computer's

Downloading Images to a Computer27Getting Started WindowsSelect [Canon CameraWindow] and click [OK].CameraWindow will display.Preparations for downlo

1Checking the Package ContentsThe following items are included in the package. If something is missing, please contact the retail outlet at which you

Downloading Images to a Computer28Getting Started MacintoshCameraWindow will appear when you establish a connection between the camera and computer.

Downloading Images to a Computer29Getting StartedUse this method to download images using camera operations (except Windows 2000).Downloading Images U

Downloading Images to a Computer30Getting Started1. Confirm that the Direct Transfer menu is displayed on the camera's LCD monitor.• The button

Downloading Images to a Computer31Getting Started4. Press the button after downloading finishes.• You will return to the Direct Transfer menu.Click

System Map32Getting StartedSystem MapWrist StrapWS-200AA AlkalineBatteries (x2) Compact Power AdapterCA-PS800 Power CordAC Adapter Kit ACK800Supplie

System Map33Getting StartedUSB PortPC Card SlotDirect Interface Cable*2USB CardReaderPCMCIAAdapterSD Memory Card*5• SDC-128M• SDC-512MSHCompact Photo

System Map34Getting StartedThe following camera accessories are sold separately. Some accessories are not sold in some regions, or may no longer be av

System Map35Getting Started Other Accessories• SD Memory CardSD Memory Cards are used to store images recorded by the camera.Canon brand cards are av

36Getting Started

37Learning More

2Table of ContentsItems marked with a are lists or charts that summarize camera functions or procedures.Please Read 6Components Guide 38Indicators

Components Guide38 Front ViewaMicrophoneb AF-assist Beam (p. 45)c Red-Eye Reduction Lamp (p. 88)d Self-Timer Lamp (p. 66)e Speakerf Viewfinder Window

Components Guide39 Back Viewa LCD Monitor (p. 49)b Viewfinderc Wrist Strap Mountd Memory Card Slot / Battery Cover Lock (pp. 8, 10)e Memory Card Slot

Components Guide40 ControlsaIndicators (p. 41)b Power Lampc Power Button (p. 14)d Zoom Lever (pp. 59, 122)Shooting: (Wide Angle)/ (Telephoto)Play

Components Guide41The camera indicators on the back of the camera will light or blink under the following conditions.• Upper Indicator• Lower Indicato

Basic Operations42Settings for the shooting or playback modes or such camera settings as the print settings, date/time and sounds are set using the FU

Basic Operations43 ButtonConvenient settings for shooting, playback or printing can be set with these menus.1Press the button.2Use the or butto

Basic Operations44See Functions Available in Each Shooting ModeFUNC. MenuThe icons shown here indicate the default settings (factory settings).Rec. Me

Basic Operations45Safety FE On*/Off p. 113Spot AE Point Center*/AF Point p. 103MF-Point Zoom On*/Off p. 96Safety MF On*/Off p. 97AF-assist Beam On*/Of

Basic Operations46Play Menu Print Menu Set up Menu Menu Item Page Menu Item PageAuto Play p. 129 Printp. 139Red-Eye Correctionp. 130Select Image &

Basic Operations47Shutter VolumeAdjusts the volume of the sound played when the shutter releases. The shutter sound does not play when a movie is reco

3 Shooting Close-ups (Macro) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65Using the Self-Timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Basic Operations48*1 You can change the printer connection method. There is usually no need to change the settings, but select when you print an ima

Basic Operations49Using the LCD Monitor1Press the button.• The display mode changes as follows with each press.• The shooting information displays f

Basic Operations50Shooting Information (Shooting Mode) Information Displayed on the LCD MonitoraISO Speed*(•••)p. 100White Balance p. 104Drive Mode pp

Basic Operations51* Displays when the shutter button is pressed halfway. During flash photography, however, the camera automatically readjusts the ISO

Basic Operations52Playback Information (Playback Mode) Standard  Detailed aDisplayed image number/Total number of images –Folder Number-File Number

Basic Operations53The following information may also be displayed with some images.bShutter Speed 15–1/2000 pp. 83, 86Aperture Value F2.8–F8.0 pp. 85,

Basic Operations54Histogram FunctionThe histogram is a graph that allows you to check the brightness of the image. The greater the bias toward the lef

Basic Operations55Resetting Settings to Their Default Values1Select [Reset All].1. Press the button.2. Use the or button to select [ ] Menu.3. U

Basic Operations56You should always format a new memory card or one from which you wish to erase all images and other data.Formatting Memory CardsPlea

Commonly Used Shooting Functions57See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 200).Changing the Recording Pixels/Compression (Still Images) Sho

4Creating an Image Destination (Folder). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118Resetting the File Number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Commonly Used Shooting Functions58Approximate Values for Recording Pixels•: Approximate number of recording pixels. (M is short for megapixels.)* Pape

Commonly Used Shooting Functions59See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 200).The zoom can be adjusted from 35 mm – 210 mm (focal length) i

Commonly Used Shooting Functions60See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 200).* Digital tele-converter cannot be set.You can combine digita

Commonly Used Shooting Functions61Shooting with the Digital Zoom1Select [Digital Zoom]. 1. Press the button.2. In the [ ] menu, use the or butto

Commonly Used Shooting Functions62Safety Zoom ZoneDepending on the number of recording pixels set, you can shift from optical zoom to digital zoom wit

Commonly Used Shooting Functions63Shooting with the Digital Tele-ConverterThe digital tele-converter feature uses digital zoom to achieve the effects

Commonly Used Shooting Functions64See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 200).* Cannot be set in mode. Using the Flash Shooting Mode 1Pr

Commonly Used Shooting Functions65See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 200).* Cannot be set in mode.Use this mode to shoot close-ups of

Commonly Used Shooting Functions66See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 200).* Cannot be set in mode.You can set the time delay and the

Commonly Used Shooting Functions67Changing the Delay Time and Number of Shots ( )1Select .1. Press the button.2. Use the or button to select a

5Index 196Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode 200Symbol Conventions in this GuideExplanations in this guide are based on the camera's def

Commonly Used Shooting Functions68See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 200).* Only [Continuous] can be set.The lens shift type image stab

Commonly Used Shooting Functions69LCD Monitor Icons[Continuous] [Shoot Only][Panning][Converter] setting in Rec. menuReference PageNonep. 179WC-DC58N/

Commonly Used Shooting Functions70See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 200).You can shoot images with the optimal settings for postcards

Commonly Used Shooting Functions71See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 200).You can embed the date in the image data when (Postcard) is

Commonly Used Shooting Functions72To imprint the date on all but (postcard) size images, use the supplied software (ZoomBrowser EX or ImageBrowser)

Shooting Using the Mode Dial73Mode Dial AutoThe camera automatically selects settings. (p. 14) Image zoneWhen a shooting mode appropriate for the sh

Shooting Using the Mode Dial74See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 200).When a shooting mode appropriate for the shooting conditions is s

Shooting Using the Mode Dial75 (Special Scene)You can shoot with the most appropriate settings for the scene. IndoorPrevents camera shake and maintain

Shooting Using the Mode Dial76 BeachShoots without making people appear dark near water or sand where reflected sunlight is strong. FireworksCaptures

Shooting Using the Mode Dial77See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 200).Stitch Assist can be used to shoot overlapping images that can la

6Please ReadTest ShotsBefore you try to photograph important subjects, we highly recommend that you shoot several trial images to confirm that the cam

Shooting Using the Mode Dial783Shoot the first image in the sequence.• The exposure and white balance are set and locked with the first image.4Compose

Shooting Using the Mode Dial79See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 200).The following movie modes are available.The recording time will v

Shooting Using the Mode Dial803Shoot.• Pressing the shutter button halfway automatically sets the exposure, focus and white balance settings.• Pressin

Shooting Using the Mode Dial81Changing Recording PixelsYou can change the recording pixels when the movie mode is set to (Standard) (frame rate is fi

Shooting Using the Mode Dial82See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 200).The camera automatically sets the shutter speed and aperture valu

Shooting Using the Mode Dial83See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 200).When you set the shutter speed, the camera automatically selects

Shooting Using the Mode Dial84z The aperture value and shutter speed change according to the zoom state as followsz The fastest shutter speed for flas

Shooting Using the Mode Dial85See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 200).The aperture adjusts the amount of light entering through the len

Shooting Using the Mode Dial86See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 200).You can manually set the shutter speed and aperture to shoot imag

Various Shooting Methods87See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 200).In this mode, the camera shoots continuously while the shutter button

Getting Startedz Preparationsz Shooting Still Imagesz Viewing Still Imagesz Shooting Moviesz Viewing Moviesz Erasingz Printingz Downloading Images to

Various Shooting Methods88See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 200).* 1 Cannot be set in mode.You can set whether or not the red-eye re

Various Shooting Methods89See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 200).You can shoot with the flash at slow shutter speeds. This is handy fo

Various Shooting Methods90See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 200).* Cannot be set in mode.The AF frame indicates the area of the comp

Various Shooting Methods912Accept the setting.1. Use the or button to select [Face Detect], [AiAF], [Center] or [FlexiZone].2. Press the button.

Various Shooting Methods92Changing the AF Frame Size ([Center] or [Flexi-Zone])You can change the AF frame size to better suit the size of a subject.Y

Various Shooting Methods93Changing the AF Frame Position ([FlexiZone])You can move the AF frame to any position (FlexiZone AF/AE). This allows you to

Various Shooting Methods94See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 200).* Cannot be used in mode.It may be difficult to focus on the follow

Various Shooting Methods95Shooting with the AF LockTo Release the AF LockPress the button and use the or button to select (Normal).1Turn on th

Various Shooting Methods96Shooting in Manual Focus ModeThe focus can be manually set.1Turn on the LCD monitor.2Press the button several times.• and

Various Shooting Methods97To Cancel the Manual FocusPress the button and use the or button to select (Normal).Using the Manual Focus in Combin