Shooting/Playback Using a TV. 176 Customizing the Camera (My Camera Settings) 177 Changing My Camera Settings. 177 Registering My Camera Settings. 178 Troubleshooting 180 List of Messages Appendix Safety Precautions. Handling Precautions. Using an AC Adapter Kit (Sold Separately). Using an Externally Mounted Flash (Sold Separately). Camera Care and Maintenance. Specifications. Index Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode 216 222

175 176

About this Guide Symbol Conventions in this Guide

Using the Self-Timer

Available Shooting Modes p. 222
You can set the time delay and the numbers of shots you wish to take in advance.
10 sec. Self-Timer: shoots 10 seconds after you press the shutter button. 2 seconds before the shutter releases, the self-timer lamp and sound speed up. 2 sec. Self-Timer: shoots 2 seconds after you press the shutter button. At the same time as the shutter button is pressed, the self-timer sound beeps rapidly*, the self-timer lamp blinks, and the shutter releases 2 seconds later. Custom Timer: you can change the delay time (010, 15, 20, 30 sec.) and number of shots (110). When [Delay] is set to 2 or more seconds, the self-timer sound beeps quickly 2 seconds before the shutter releases. When [Shots] is set to more than 1, the self-timer sound only beeps before the first shot.
* This may differ depending on your My Camera settings (p. 177).
Mode switch position Shooting ( )/Movie ( Playback ( )
: This mark denotes issues that may affect the cameras operation. : This mark denotes additional topics that complement the basic operating procedures. Explanations in this guide are based on the cameras default settings at time of purchase. Specifications are subject to change without prior notice. As a result, the illustrations and screenshots used in this guide may differ from the actual camera.
Some functions may not be available in certain shooting modes. If there is no notation to that effect, the function may be used in all modes.

Please Read

Test Shots Before you try to photograph important subjects, we highly recommend that you shoot several trial images to confirm that the camera is operating and being operated correctly. Please note that Canon Inc., its subsidiaries and affiliates, and its distributors are not liable for any consequential damages arising from any malfunction of a camera or accessory, including memory cards, that results in the failure of an image to be recorded or to be recorded in a way that is machine readable. Warning Against Copyright Infringement Please note that Canon digital cameras are intended for personal use and should never be used in a manner that infringes upon or contravenes international or domestic copyright laws and regulations. Please be advised that in certain cases the copying of images from performances, exhibitions, or commercial properties by means of a camera or other device may contravene copyright or other legal rights even if the image was shot for personal use. Warranty Limitations This cameras warranty is only effective in the country of sale. If a problem arises while the camera is in use abroad, please convey it back to the country of sale before proceeding with a warranty claim to a Canon Customer Support Help Desk. For Canon Customer Support contacts, please see the customer support list supplied with your camera. Camera Body Temperature

Print Menu

Menu Item Print Select Images & Qty. Select Range Select by Date Select by Category Select by Folder Select All Images Clear All Selections Print Setting
Displays the printing screen.
Configures print settings for single images as you view them. For picking a first and last image and printing all the images in the range. Configures print settings for images corresponding to the selected date. p. 156

Content

Configures print settings for images in the selected category. Configures print settings for images in the selected folder. Configures print settings for all images. Removes all print settings from images. Sets the printing style.

Set up Menu

Menu Item Mute Options On/Off*
Page/Topic Set to [On] to silence all sounds*.
* Except for when the memory card slot/battery cover is opened during recording.

Volume

Off/1/2*/3/4/5
Adjusts the volume of the startup sound, operation sound, selftimer sound, shutter sound and playback sound. The volume cannot be adjusted if [Mute] is set to [On]. Adjusts the volume of the startup sound when the camera is turned on. Adjusts the volume of the operation sound that beeps when any button other than the shutter button is pressed. Adjusts the volume of the selftimer sound played 2 sec. before the shutter is released. Adjusts the volume of the sound played when the shutter releases. The shutter sound does not play when a movie is recording.

Start-up Vol.

Operation Vol.

Selftimer Vol.

Shutter Volume

Playback Vol.

Adjusts the movie playback volume, sound memo or sound recorder volume. -7 to 0* to +7 Use the or button to adjust the brightness. You can check the brightness in the LCD monitor while you are adjusting the setting.

LCD Brightness

Menu Item Power Saving Auto Power Down Display Off On*/Off p. sec./20 sec./ 30 sec./1 min.*/ 2 min./3 min. Home*/World 05*10 sec./ 20 sec./30 sec./ 1 min./2 min./ 3 min. p. 166 p. 12 p. 45 Options Page/Topic
Time Zone Date/Time Clock Display
Format File Numbering Create Folder Create New Folder Auto Create

Continuous*/Auto Reset

On*/Off Auto*/
Check mark (On)/ No check mark (Off)
p. 170 p. 172 p. 174 p. 13 p. 176 p. 57 p. 175
You can also select a low level format (p. 168).
Off*/Daily/ MondaySunday/ Monthly (Time can also be set) 1 minute* / 0 seconds

Auto Rotate Lens Retract

Sets the lens retraction timing when switching from Shooting mode to Playback mode.
Language Video System Print Method Reset All NTSC/PAL
57 Print Method You can change the printer connection method. There is usually no need to change the settings, but select when you print an image recorded in the (Widescreen) mode at the full page setting for wide paper using a Canon SELPHY CP750/CP740/CP730/CP720/CP710/ CP510 Compact Photo Printer. Since this setting is saved even when the power is turned off, ensure that you return the setting to [Auto] to print other image sizes. (However, it cannot be changed while the printer is connected.)

My Camera Menu

Menu Item Theme Start-up Image Start-up Sound Content
Selects a common theme for each My Camera settings item. Sets the image displayed when the camera power is turned on. Sets the sound played when the camera power is turned on.
Operation Sound Sets the sound played when any button other than the shutter button is pressed. Selftimer Sound Shutter Sound
Sets the sound played 2 seconds before the shutter releases in Self-timer mode. Sets the sound played when the shutter button is pressed. There is no shutter sound for movies. (Off)/ */ /

p. 177

My Camera Menu Contents

Using the LCD Monitor

Switching the Information Displays
You can switch the LCD monitor information display each time you press the DISP. button. See Information Displayed on the LCD Monitor and Menus for details (p. 48). (The following are the screens that display when shooting in mode.)

No Information

Playback Mode, Rec. Review (Immediately after Shooting)

Information View

Standard*1

Focus Check Display*2

Detailed *1 Playback Mode only *2 Still images only
59 The LCD monitor on or off setting is retained even after the camera power is turned off. The LCD monitor is set to the information view in the , , , , or Movie mode. In , , , , , modes, the LCD monitor is always set to information view. The LCD monitor will not switch to the Detailed Display or Focus Check Display while in the Magnified Display (p. 114) or Index Playback mode (p. 115).
Changing the LCD Monitor Brightness
The brightness of the LCD monitor can be changed in the following two ways. Changing Settings Using the Set up Menu (p. 55) Changing Settings Using the DISP. Button (Quick-bright LCD Function) You can set the LCD monitor to the brightest setting regardless of the option selected in the Set up menu by pressing the DISP. button for more than one second.* - To restore the previous brightness setting, press the DISP. button for more than one second again. - The next time you turn on the camera, the LCD monitor will be at the brightness setting selected in the Set up menu.

The digital zoom cannot be used when the LCD monitor is turned off. The digital zoom cannot be used in (Date Stamp) or (Widescreen) modes.

Zone with deterioration

Shooting with the Digital Zoom

Select [Digital Zoom].

1. Press the button. 2. In the menu, use the or button to select [Digital Zoom].

Accept the setting.

1. Use the or [Standard]. 2. Press the button to select button.
Press the zoom lever toward and shoot.
The combined digital and optical zoom setting will display in the LCD monitor. The image may appear coarse depending upon the selected recording pixels (the zoom factor appears in blue). Press the zoom lever toward to zoom out.
Shooting with the Digital Tele-Converter
The digital tele-converter feature uses digital zoom to achieve the effects of a tele-converter (a lens used in telephoto shooting).

1. Press the button.

2. In the menu, use the or button to select [Digital Zoom].
1. Use the or button to select [1.6x] or [2.0x]. 2. Press the button.
Adjust the angle of view with the zoom lever and shoot.
and the zoom factor will appear on the LCD monitor. The image may appear coarse depending upon the selected recording pixels (the icon and the zoom factor appear in blue). Commonly Used Shooting Functions
Magnified Close-Up Shooting (Digital Macro)
You can shoot a subject cm (1.2 3.9 in.) from the end of the lens at the maximum wide angle setting. With the digital zoom, the image area is 8.8 x 6.5 mm (0.35 x 0.26 in.) at maximum zoom (approximately 4.0x).

Select Digital Macro.

1. Set the mode switch to 2. Press the 3. Use the 4. Press the button. or
Choose the angle of view with the zoom lever and shoot.
The zoom factor appears on the LCD monitor.

Using the Flash

1. Use the or button to change the flash mode. : [Off] : [On] : [Auto] Pressing the MENU button while this screen is displayed will allow you to set flash functions such as Slow Synchro, Red-Eye Corr., Red-Eye Lamp (p. 77). You are recommended to shoot with the camera attached to a tripod or other device if the camera shake warning icon appears.
Shooting Close-Ups/Infinity Shot
You can shoot close-ups or infinity shots.
Use this mode to shoot close-ups of flowers or small items. Image Area at Minimum Focusing Distance from End of Lens to Subject Maximum wide angle setting: 35 x 26 mm (1.4 x 1.0 in.) Minimum focusing distance: 3 cm (1.2 in.) Maximum telephoto setting: 102 x 77 mm (4.0 x 3.0 in.) Minimum focusing distance: 30 cm (12 in.) Use this mode to record subjects 3 m (9.8 ft.) or more from the end of the lens.

Indoor Prevents camera shake and maintains the subjects true color when shooting under fluorescent or tungsten lighting.

Sunset

Allows you to shoot sunsets in vibrant colors.

Foliage

Shoots trees and leavessuch as new growth, autumn leaves or blossomsin vivid colors.
Snow Shoots without a blue tinge and without making people appear dark against a snowy background.
Beach Shoots without making people appear dark near water or sand where reflected sunlight is strong.
Fireworks Captures fireworks in the sky sharply and at optimal exposure.

Aquarium

Selects the optimal ISO speed, white balance and color balance to capture fish and other items in an indoor aquarium.

Underwater

Appropriate for shooting images with Waterproof Case WP-DC22 (sold separately). This mode uses an optimal white balance setting to reduce bluish tones and record images with a natural hue. Flash emission is minimized.
The shutter speed is slow in mode. Always use a tripod to avoid camera shake. In , , , or mode, the ISO speed may increase and cause noise in the image depending on the scene being shot. Install the camera in Waterproof Case WP-DC22 to shoot underwater. You are also recommended to use this case for shooting in rainy conditions, at the beach or on the ski slopes.

Shooting in Manual Mode

Allows you to select settings yourself, such as the exposure compensation, white balance or My Colors.

Select manual mode.

1. Set the mode switch to 2. Press the 3. Use the 4. Press the or button. button to select button.

Continuous Shooting

In this mode, the camera shoots continuously while the shutter button is held down. If you use the recommended memory card*, you can shoot continuously (smooth continuous shooting) at a set shooting interval until the memory card is full (p. 211). *Recommended Memory Card: Super high-speed SDC-512MSH memory card (sold separately) to which low-level formatting (p. 168) is conducted immediately before shooting.
- Except for mode - This reflects standard shooting criteria established by Canon. Actual results may vary according to the subject and shooting conditions. - Even if continuous shooting suddenly stops, the memory card may not be full.

1. Use the. or

The camera will continue to record successive images while the shutter button is held down. Recording will cease when the shutter button is released.

Approximate Location of the Displayed Area

button to change the

To Cancel the Magnified Display Press the zoom lever toward. (You can also cancel it immediately by pressing the MENU button.) Movie frames and index playback images cannot be magnified.
Viewing Images in Sets of Nine (Index Playback)
Up to nine images can be viewed at once in index playback. Use the , , or button to change the image selection.

Selected Image

To Cancel Index Playback Press the zoom lever toward
Switching between Sets of Nine Images
The jump bar will display if you press the zoom lever toward while in index playback and you can switch the display between sets of nine images.
Use the or button to move to the previous or next set of nine images. Hold the FUNC./SET button down and press the or button to jump to the first or last set. To Cancel Index Playback Press the zoom lever toward.

Jump Bar

Checking the Focus and Peoples Expressions (Focus Check Display)
Focus 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 check facial expressions and whether a subjects eyes are closed.
Displaying the Focus Check
Press the button several times until the focus check screen appears.
Frames are displayed on the image as follows.
Frame Color Orange White Gray
Displays the range of the image displayed at bottom right. Displays at the position at which the image is in focus. Display around faces detected in Playback mode.
The orange frame allows you to change the display size, the display position and the display frame.
Changing the Display Size or Display Position
Bottom right will be displayed prominently and the display size and display position can be changed.

Make changes.

Change the display size using the zoom lever. Change the display position using the , , or button. If you move the position of the orange frame, pressing the FUNC./ SET button will return the orange frame to its original position. Playback/Erasing
To Cancel the Focus Check Display Press the MENU button.

Switching Frames

When multiple frames display around focal points or multiple faces are detected, pressing the FUNC./ SET button switches the position of the orange frame. After you change the display size, the orange frame will adjust to the size of the face when you switch the position of the frame.

Jumping to Images

When 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 object of your search.
Jump Shot Date Jump to My Category Jump to Folder Jump to Movie Jump 10 Images Jump 100 Images Jumps to the first image of each shooting date. Jumps to the first image of each category sorted by the Auto Category (p. 111) or My Category (p. 120) functions. Jumps to the first image in each folder. Jumps to a movie. Jumps 10 images ahead. Jumps 100 images ahead.
In Single Image Playback mode, press the button.
The camera will switch to Jump Search mode.
Use the or button to select a search key.
The screen sample will vary slightly according to the search key. You can show/hide image information using the DISP. button.

Image Information

Display the Images. , , Selected:
1. Use the or button to select date, category or folder for playback. If no images are organized in categories, you can select only (None) if you select (My Category). 2. Press the button.

Select the search key

The camera will switch to Defined Playback mode and display a blue frame. You can limit playback to the images corresponding to the search key. Press the button to cancel Defined Playback mode.

Selected:

Pressing the MENU button cancels the setting. Press the FUNC./SET button to switch the camera to Defined Playback mode when the is selected.
The Defined Playback mode will be canceled under the following circumstances. - Changing categories (while using My Category to define images) - When selecting images in a range - When displaying images not supported in defined playback - When newly saving images that have effects added or are edited - When images are deleted using [Erase] from the menu
Organizing Images by Category (My Category)
You can organize images into prepared categories. The following operations can be performed if the images are sorted into categories. Image searches (p. 118) Erase (p. 151) Slide Show (p. 131) Configure print settings (p. 156) Protect (p. 147)
People Scenery Events Category 13 To Do
Category Selection Methods

Select Select Range

For viewing and selecting images singly. For picking a first and last image and selecting all the images in the range.

Select [My Category].

1. Press the button. 2. In the menu, use the button to select. 3. Press the button.

You can correct red eyes in recorded images. Red eyes may not be automatically detected in some images or the results may not turn out as you intended. We recommend that you use [New File] to save corrected images. Examples: - Faces near the screen edges or faces that appear extremely small, large, dark or bright in relation to the overall image. - Faces turned to the side or at a diagonal, or faces with a portion hidden.
Select [Red-Eye Correction].
1. Press the button. 2. In the menu, use the button to select. 3. Press the or
1. Use the or button to select the image you wish to correct red eyes. 2. Press the button. A frame will automatically display where a red-eye is detected. If red-eye is not automatically detected, select [Add Frame] with the or button and press the FUNC./SET button (p. 138). To cancel the correction frame, select [Remove Frame] and press the FUNC./SET button (p. 139).

Correct the image.

1. Use the , , select [Start]. 2. Press the or button to
1. Use the , , or button to select [New File] or [Overwrite]. 2. Press the button. [New File]: Saved as new file with a new name. The uncorrected image is stored. The new image is stored as the last file. [Overwrite]: Saved with the same file name as the uncorrected image. The uncorrected image is erased. When [New File] is selected, proceed to Step 5. To continue correcting red-eye in another image, repeat from Step 2.
1. Press the 2. Use the [Yes]. 3. Press the button. or
Selecting [No] returns to the menu. Red-eye correction cannot be performed on movies. Overwriting cannot be performed on protected images.
138 When there is not enough space left on the memory card, red-eye correction cannot be performed. Although you can apply red-eye correction any number of times to an image, the image quality will gradually deteriorate with each application. Since the correction frame will not appear automatically on images that have already been corrected once with the RedEye Correction function, use the [Add Frame] option to correct them.

You cannot attach sound memos to movies. Sound memos for protected images cannot be erased.
Sound-Only Recording (Sound Recorder)
You can record a continuous sound memo for up to approximately 2 hours without taking a picture.

Select [Sound Recorder].

Sound recording.
1. Use the 2. Press the or
The elapsed recording time displays. You can use the or button to change the sampling rate. The recording quality rises progressively as you select [11.025 kHz], [22.050 kHz] or [44.100 kHz], but the Sound Recorder Panel recorded file sizes increase Remaining Time correspondingly. Press the FUNC./SET button to stop the recording session. Pressing the button again starts a new recording session.

Sampling Rate

Sound Recorder Panel

Exit Record Pause Play

Returns to the menu screen. Starts recording. Stops recording or playback. Use the or button to select a sound to play and press the FUNC./SET button.
Rewind Fast Forward Erase Protect Volume Holding down the FUNC./SET button rewinds. The sound cannot be heard while rewinding. Holding down the FUNC./SET button fast forwards. The sound cannot be heard while fast forwarding. Select [Erase] or [Erase all] in the confirmation screen and press the FUNC./SET button. Protects against accidental erasure. Use the or button to select a sound and the FUNC./SET button to select/deselect protection. You can use the or button to adjust the volume.
See Sound Recorder Data Rates and Recording Durations (Estimated) (p. 212). Recording will automatically stop when the memory card is full.

Protecting Images

Select Select Range Select by Date Select by Category Select by Folder All Images
You can protect important images and movies from accidental erasure.
You can configure the protection settings for each image singly while viewing them. You can select a first and last image and protect all the images in the range.
You can protect the images from a specified date.
You can protect the images in a specified category. You can protect the images in a specified folder. You can protect all the images on a memory card.

Select [Protect].

1. Use the or button to choose a selection method. Pressing the MENU button returns to the prior screen. 2. Press the button.

Protect the image.

1. Use the or button to select an image to protect. 2. Press the button.
Pressing the FUNC./SET button again cancels the setting. To continue protecting other images, Protection Icon repeat the procedure. This also can be set in the Index Playback mode. Press the MENU button to complete the setting.

Lens will not retract.

Memory card slot/battery cover was opened with power on.

Shooting movies

The recording time may not display properly or shooting may stop unexpectedly.
The following types of memory cards are used. - Slow recording memory cards. - Memory cards formatted on a different camera or a computer. - Memory cards which have had images recorded and erased repeatedly. Although the recording time may not display properly during shooting, the movie will be recorded correctly on the memory card. Recording time will display properly if you format the memory card in this camera (excluding slow recording memory cards) (p. 168).
! displayed on the LCD monitor in red and shooting automatically stopped.
Troubleshooting There is insufficient free space in the cameras builtin memory.
Try the following procedures. - Format the memory card with a low level format before shooting (p. 168) - Lower the recording pixels (p. 68) - Use a high-speed memory card (SDC-512MSH, etc.)

Zoom does not operate.

Zoom lever was pressed while shooting in Movie mode. Operate the zoom before shooting in Movie mode (p. 60). Note the digital zoom is available while shooting, but only in Standard Movie mode (p. 60).

Playback

Cannot play back.
You attempted to play back images shot with another camera or images edited with a computer. Computer images that cannot be played back may play back if they are added to the camera using the supplied software program ZoomBrowser EX or ImageBrowser. See ZoomBrowser EX/ ImageBrowser Software User Guide (PDF). Set the file name or location on the file format/structure of the camera. Refer to the Software Starter Guide for details.
File name was changed with a computer or file location was changed.

Images cannot be edited.

Some images shot with another camera cannot be edited.
Movies do not play back correctly.
Movies recorded with high recording pixels and frame rates may momentarily stop playing if played on slow reading memory cards. You may experience frame dropping and audio breakup when playing back a movie on a computer with insufficient system resources. Movies shot with this camera may not play back correctly on another camera.

It is best to power the camera with AC Adapter Kit ACK-DC10 (sold separately) when you are using it for long periods of time or connecting it to a computer. Turn the camera power off before connecting or disconnecting the AC adapter.
Connect the power cord to the compact power adapter first and then plug the other end into the power outlet.
Open the memory card slot/ battery cover, push the battery lock in the direction of the arrow and insert the DC coupler until it locks.
Close the memory card slot/battery cover.
Compact Power Adapter CA-DC10 Battery Lock
Open the DC coupler terminal cover and attach the cord to the DC terminal.
Using an Externally Mounted Flash (Sold Separately)

High-Power Flash HF-DC1

This flash is used to supplement the cameras built-in flash when the subject is too far away for proper illumination. Use the following procedures to affix the camera and High-Power Flash to the supporting bracket. Please read the instructions accompanying the flash along with this explanation.
Bracket (Comes with the flash)

Tripod Sockets

The flash charge time will lengthen as the battery charge gets weaker. Always set the power/mode switch to [OFF] when you finish using the flash. Be careful not to touch the flash window or sensor windows with your fingers while the flash is in use. The flash may fire if another flash is being used in close proximity. The High-Power Flash may not fire outdoors in daylight or when there are no reflective items. For continuous shooting, although the flash fires for the first shot, it does not fire for subsequent shots. Fasten the attachment screws securely so that they do not loosen. Failure to do so may lead to the dropping of the camera and flash resulting in damage to both.
204 Before attaching the bracket to the flash, check that the lithium battery (CR123A or DL123) is installed. To illuminate the subjects properly, install the flash so that it is up against the side of the camera and parallel with the cameras front panel. A tripod can be used even when the flash is attached.

Batteries

Charge becomes Severely Limited If the battery usage time has considerably diminished, wipe the battery terminals well with a dry cloth. The terminals may be dirty from fingerprints. Usage in Cold Temperatures Get a spare generic lithium battery (CR123A or DL123). You are recommended to place the spare battery in your pocket to warm it up before switching it for the battery in the flash. Non-Use over Extended Periods Leaving batteries in the High-Power Flash could allow the battery fluid to leak, damaging the product. Remove the batteries from the High-Power Flash and store them in a cool, dry place.
Camera Care and Maintenance
Never use thinners, benzine, detergents or water to clean the camera. These substances may distort or damage the equipment.

Camera Body

Gently wipe dirt off the camera body with a soft cloth or eyeglass lens wiper.
First use a lens blower brush to remove dust and dirt, then remove any remaining dirt by wiping the lens lightly with a soft cloth. Never use organic solvents on the camera body or lens. If dirt remains, contact the closest Canon Customer Support Help Desk as listed on the customer support list supplied with your camera.
Viewfinder and LCD Monitor
Use a lens blower brush to remove dust and dirt. If necessary, gently wipe with a soft cloth or an eyeglass lens wiper to remove stubborn dirt. Never rub or press strongly on the LCD monitor. These actions may damage it or lead to other problems.

Specifications

All data is based on Canons standard testing methods. Subject to change without notice.
PowerShot SD1100 IS DIGITAL ELPH/DIGITAL IXUS 80 IS
Camera Effective Pixels Image Sensor Lens Digital Zoom Optical Viewfinder LCD Monitor (W): Max. wide angle (T): Max. telephoto : Approx. 8.0 million : 1/2.5-inch type CCD (Total number of pixels: Approx. 8.3 million) : 6.2 (W) 18.6 (T) mm (35mm film equivalent: 38 (W) 114 (T) mm) f/2.8 (W) f/4.9 (T) : Approx. 4.0x (Up to approx. 12x in combination with the optical zoom) : Real-image zoom viewfinder : 2.5-inch type, low-temperature polycrystalline silicon TFT color LCD (wide viewing angle type), approx. 230,000 dots (Picture coverage 100%) : TTL autofocus Face Detect*1*2/AiAF (9-point)/Center*3
*1 AF frame can be moved and fixed to specified face. *2 If no face is detected, AiAF (9-point) is used. *3 Size of AF frame can be selected.

AF System

Focusing Range

Shutter Shutter Speeds

Image Stabilization
: Normal: 30 cm (12 in.) infinity Macro: cm (W)/cm (T) (1.2 in. 1.6 ft. (W)/12 in. 1.6 ft. (T)) Infinity: 3 m (9.8 ft.) infinity Kids&Pets: 1 m (3.3 ft.) infinity : Mechanical shutter and electronic shutter : 1/60 1/1500 sec. 15 1/1500 sec. (Shutter speed range throughout all shooting modes) Slow shutter speeds of 1.3 sec. or slower operate with noise reduction. : Lens shift type Continuous/Shoot Only*/Panning*/Off

* Still images only

Metering System : Evaluative*1/Center-weighted average/Spot*2

*1 Using super high-speed memory cards (SDC-512 MSH recommended). *2 Even if the file size has not reached 4 GB, the recording is stopped when the recording time reaches one hour. Depending on memory card capacity and data write speed, recording may stop before the file size reaches 4 GB or the recording time reaches one hour.
Sound Memo : Bit Rate: 16 bits Sampling Rate Sound memo, movie (Compact): 11.025 kHz Movie (other than Compact): 44.100 kHz Sound Recorder: 11.025 kHz/22.050 kHz/ 44.100 kHz : Single (histogram displayable), Index (9 images), Magnified (approx. 2x to 10x max.), Resume Playback, Focus Check, Jump, My category, Trimming, Rotate, Slide Show, Red-Eye Correction, My Colors, Resize, Sound memos (it is possible to record and playback up to 1 min.), Sound Recorder (up to 2 hours sound-only recording/playback possible), Protect : PictBridge compliant, and Canon Direct Print and Bubble Jet Direct compatible : Start-up image, start-up sound, operation sound, self-timer sound, and shutter sound. : Hi-Speed USB (mini-B) Audio/Video output (NTSC or PAL selectable, monaural audio) : MTP, PTP : Battery Pack NB-4L (Rechargeable lithiumion battery) AC Adapter Kit ACK-DC10 : C (F) : 10 90% : 86.8 x 54.8 x 22.0 mm (3.42 x 2.16 x 0.87 in.) : Approx. 125 g (4.41 oz.)

Playback Modes

Direct Print My Camera Settings Interface Communication Settings Power Source
Operating Temperatures Operating Humidity Dimensions (excluding protrusions) Weight (camera body only)
Battery Capacity (Battery Pack NB-4L (Fully charged))
Number of Images Shot LCD Monitor On (Based on the CIPA standard) Approx. 240 images LCD Monitor Off Approx. 600 images Playback Time Approx. 6 hours
The actual figures will vary according to the shooting conditions and settings. Movie data is excluded. At low temperatures, the battery performance may diminish and the remaining battery charge icon (blinks red) may appear very rapidly. In these circumstances, the performance can be improved by warming the battery in a pocket before use.

Test Conditions

Shooting: Normal temperature (23 C 2 C/73 F 3.6 F), normal relative humidity (50% 20%), alternating wide angle end and telephoto end shots at 30 second intervals with the flash fired once every two shots and the camera power turned off after every tenth shot. Power is left off for a sufficient amount of time*, then the power is turned back on and the testing procedure is repeated. A Canon-brand memory card is used.
* Until the battery returns to normal temperature
Playback: Normal temperature (23 C 2 C/73 F 3.6 F), normal relative humidity (50% 20%), continuous playback at 3 seconds per image. See Handling Precautions (p. 198).
Memory Cards and Estimated Capacities

Compatible Memory Cards (Sold Separately)
SD memory cards (2GB and less)* SDHC memory cards (More than 2 GB, up to and including 32 GB)* SDXC memory cards (More than 32 GB)* MultiMediaCards MMCplus memory cards HC MMCplus memory cards
* This memory card complies with the SD standards. Some cards may not operate properly depending on the brand of card used. Depending on your computer's OS version, SDXC memory cards may not be recognized when using a commercially available card reader. Check to make sure that your OS supports this function beforehand.
Inserting the Battery and Memory Card
Insert the included battery and a memory card (sold separately).
Check the cards write-protect tab.
If the memory card has a write-protect tab,
you will not be able to record images if the tab is in the locked position. Slide the tab up until you hear a click. and open it.

Open the cover.

Slide the cover
Insert the battery as shown until it locks

into place with a click.

Be sure to insert the battery in the correct
direction or it will not properly lock into place.

Terminals

Insert the memory card.
Insert the memory card as shown until it
locks into place with a click.
Be sure the memory card is oriented
correctly. Inserting the memory card in the wrong direction could damage the camera.

Close the cover.

Close the cover
, and press downward as you slide it until it clicks into place.
What if [Memory card locked] appears on the screen?
SD, SDHC and SDXC memory cards have a write-protect tab. If this tab is in the locked position, [Memory card locked] will appear on the screen and you will not be able to take or erase images.
Removing the Battery and Memory Card
Open the cover and press the battery lock
in the direction of the arrow. The battery will pop up.

Remove the memory card.

Push the memory card in until you hear a
click, then slowly release it. The memory card will pop up.
Approximate Number of Shots per Memory Card
Memory Card Number of shots 4 GB GB 5042
Values are based on the default settings. The number of shots that can be taken will vary depending on camera settings, the subject and the memory card used.
Can you check the number of shots that can be taken?
You can check the number of shots that can be taken when the camera is in a Shooting mode (p. 24).
Number of shots that can be taken
Setting the Date and Time
The Date/Time settings screen will appear the first time the camera is turned on. Since the dates and times recorded into your images are based on these settings, be sure to set them.

Turn on the camera.

Press the ON/OFF button.
The Date/Time screen will appear.

Pressing the Shutter Button
Formatting or erasing data on a memory card merely changes the file management information on the card and does not ensure its contents are completely erased. Be careful when transferring or disposing of a memory card. When disposing of a memory card, take precautions such as physically destroying the card to prevent personal information leaks. The total capacity of the memory card displayed in the formatting screen may be less than indicated on the memory card.
To take images that are in focus, be sure to first press the shutter button lightly (halfway) to focus, then press fully to shoot.
Press halfway (lightly to focus).
Press lightly until the camera beeps twice
and AF frames appear where the camera focused.
Press fully (all the way to shoot).
The camera plays the shutter sound and takes the shot.
If you shoot without pressing the shutter button halfway, the image may not be in focus.
Taking Pictures (Smart Auto)
Since the camera can determine the subject and shooting conditions, you can let it automatically select the best settings for the scene and just shoot. The camera can also detect and focus on faces, setting the color and brightness to optimal levels.
The start-up screen will appear.

Choose A mode.

Set the mode switch to A. When you point the camera toward the
subject, the camera will make a slight noise as it determines the scene. The icon for the determined scene will appear in the upper right of the screen. The camera will focus on detected faces and display frames on them.

Compose the shot.

Moving the zoom lever toward i will
zoom in on your subject, making it appear larger. Moving the lever toward j will zoom out from your subject, making it appear smaller (the zoom bar will appear).

Zoom bar

Focus.
Press the shutter button halfway to focus.
When the camera focuses, it will beep twice and AF frames will appear where the camera focused. Several AF frames will appear when the camera focuses on more than one point.

AF Frame

Shoot.
Press the shutter button fully.
The camera will play the shutter sound and shoot. The flash will automatically fire in low light conditions. The image will appear on the screen for about two seconds. You can take a second picture even while an image is displayed by pressing the shutter button again.

You can transfer images without installing the included software by simply connecting your camera to a computer. There are, however, the following limitations. After connecting to the camera, it may take a few minutes until you can transfer images. Movies will not transfer correctly. Images shot in the vertical position may be transferred in the horizontal position. Protection settings for images may be lost when transferred to a computer. There may be problems transferring images or image information correctly depending on the version of the operating system in use, the file size, or the software in use.

Accessories

Supplied with Camera
Battery Pack NB-6L* (with Terminal Cover)
Battery Charger CB-2LY/CB-2LYE*
AV Cable AVC-DC400* Interface Cable IFC-400PCU*
*Also available for purchase separately.

Memory Card

Card Reader Windows/Macintosh
Canon-Brand PictBridge Compliant Printers
Compact Photo Printers (SELPHY series)

Inkjet Printers

See the user guide supplied with the printer for more information on the printer and interface cables.

TV/Video

Separately Sold Accessories
The following camera accessories are sold separately. Some accessories are not sold in some regions, or may no longer be available.

Power Supplies

AC Adapter Kit ACK-DC40 This kit lets you power the camera using household power. Recommended for powering the camera for an extended period of time or when connecting to a computer or printer. Cannot be used to charge the battery inside the camera. Battery Charger CB-2LY/CB-2LYE An adapter for charging Battery Pack NB-6L. Battery Pack NB-6L Rechargeable lithium-ion battery.
CAUTION RISK OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS REPLACED BY AN INCORRECT TYPE. DISPOSE OF USED BATTERIES ACCORDING TO LOCAL REGULATION.

Using accessories abroad

The battery charger and the AC adapter kit can be used in regions that have V (50/60 Hz) AC power. If the plug does not fit the outlet, use a commercially available plug adapter. Do not use electrical transformers for foreign travel as they will cause damage.
High-Power Flash HF-DC1 This attachable supplementary flash can be used to capture photographic subjects that are too distant for the light from the built-in flash to illuminate.

Other Accessories

Waterproof Case WP-DC36 Use this case to take underwater shots at depths of up to 40 meters (130 ft.), or to shoot in the rain, at the beach, or on the ski slopes. Waterproof Case Weight WW-DC1 When using the Waterproof Case to take photographs underwater, the weights prevent the case from floating.

Printers

Canon-Brand PictBridge Compliant Printers By connecting your camera to a Canon-brand PictBridge compliant printer, you can print your images without having to use a computer. For more information, visit your nearest Canon retailer.

SELPHY series

Use of genuine Canon accessories is recommended. This product is designed to achieve excellent performance when used with genuine Canon accessories. Canon shall not be liable for any damage to this product and/or accidents such as fire, etc., caused by the malfunction of non-genuine Canon accessories (e.g., a leakage and/or explosion of a battery pack). Please note that this warranty does not apply to repairs arising out of the malfunction of non-genuine Canon accessories, although you may request such repairs on a chargeable basis.

Learning More

This chapter explains the parts of the camera and what appears on the screen, as well as the basic operating instructions.

Components Guide

Lamp (pp. 43, 117) Microphone (p. 31) Lens Speaker Zoom Lever Shooting: i (Telephoto) / j (Wide Angle) (p. 24) Playback: k (Magnify) / g (Index) (pp. 94, 98)
Shutter Button (p. 23) ON/OFF Button (p. 19) Flash (pp. 57, 66) Tripod Socket DC Coupler Terminal Cover (p. 122) Memory Card / Battery Cover (p. 16) Strap Mount (p. 13)

Mode Switch

Use the mode switch to change the Shooting mode.
You can leave it to the camera to select settings for fully automatic shooting (p. 24). You can shoot with the best settings for the scene (p. 54) or choose settings yourself to take various types of pictures (pp. 53, 63, 77). For shooting movies (pp. 30, 87).

Indicator

Screen (LCD Monitor) (p. 44) Indicator (p. 43) 1 (Playback) Button (pp. 28, 93, 107) Mode Switch A/V OUT (Audio/Video Output) / DIGITAL Terminal (pp. 35, 99, 108) n Button (p. 47) l (Display) Button (p. 44)
b (Exposure Compensation) (p. 65) / d (Jump) Button (p. 95)/ o Button e (Macro) (p. 67) / u (Infinity) (p. 66) / q Button m FUNC./SET (Function/Set) Button (p. 46) h (Flash) (pp. 57, 66, 85) / r Button Q (Self-Timer) (pp. 61, 74, 75) / a (Single Image Erase) (p. 29) / p Button
The indicator on the back of the camera will light or blink depending on the cameras status.
Colors Green Orange Status Lights Blinks Lights Blinks Operation Status Shooting preparation complete/Display off (p. 116) Recording/reading/transmitting image data Shooting preparation complete (flash on) Camera shake warning (p. 57)
When the indicator blinks green, data is being recorded to/read from the memory card or various information is being transmitted. Do not turn off the power, open the memory card slot/battery cover, shake or jolt the camera. These actions may corrupt the image data or cause the camera or memory card to malfunction.

The shooting date or time will be recorded in the images lower right corner. To restore to the original setting, choose [Off] in Step 2.
You can insert and print the shooting date in images which do not have an embedded date and time as follows. However, if you do this for images with an embedded date and time, the date and time may be printed twice. Use the DPOF print settings (p. 110) to print. Use the included software to print. Refer to the Software Guide for details. Print using printer functions. Refer to the Personal Printing Guide for details.

Using the Self-Timer

The self-timer can be used to shoot a group photo that includes the photographer. The camera will activate approximately 10 seconds after the shutter button is pressed.

Press the p button.

Choose.
Press the op buttons to choose , then
press the m button. Once set, will appear.
Press the shutter button halfway to focus
on the subject, then press it fully. When the self-timer starts, the lamp blinks and the self-timer sound plays. Two seconds before the shutter releases, the lamp and sound speed up (the lamp remains lit when the flash will fire). To cancel shooting with the timer after countdown has started, press the p button. To restore the original setting, choose in Step 2.
You can change the delay time and number of shots (p. 75).
Using the Face Self-Timer
To take a photo that includes the photographer, such as a group photo, compose the shot, and press the shutter button. The camera will shoot two seconds after you enter the shot and it detects your face (p. 78).

Choose

Follow Steps on p. 54 and choose
Compose the shot and press the shutter button halfway.
Make sure a green frame appears on the
face focused on and white frames appear on other faces. The camera will enter shooting stand-by, and [Look straight at camera to start count down] will appear on the screen. The lamp will blink and the self-timer sound will play.
Press the shutter button fully.

Join the subjects and look at the camera.
When the camera detects a new face, the lamp and sound will speed up (the lamp remains lit when the flash will fire), and two seconds later the shutter will release. To cancel the countdown after the timer has started, press the p button.
Changing the number of shots
For the screen in Step 1, press the l button, then press the qr buttons to change the number of shots. Press the m button to accept the setting. Even if your face is not detected after joining the subjects, the shutter will release approximately 15 seconds later.
Choosing Settings Yourself
In this chapter you will learn how to use the various functions in G mode to progressively advance your shooting skills.
This chapter assumes that the mode switch is set to 4 and the camera is in G mode. G stands for Program AE. Before attempting to shoot using a function explained in this chapter in modes other than G mode, check if the function is available in those modes (pp. 130 131).

Shooting in Program AE

You can choose the settings for various functions to suit your preferences. AE stands for Auto Exposure.
Set the mode switch to 4 (p. 42). Choose G.
Choose G in Step 2 on p. 54 and press

the m button.

Adjust the settings according to your purposes (pp. 65 76). Shoot.
What if the shutter speed and aperture value appear in orange?
If a correct exposure cannot be obtained when pressing the shutter button halfway, the shutter speed and aperture value are shown in orange. Try the following settings to obtain the correct exposure. Turn on the flash (p. 66) Choose a higher ISO speed (p. 70)
Adjusting the Brightness (Exposure Compensation)
You can adjust the standard exposure set by the camera in 1/3-stop increments in the range of 2 to +2.
Enter Exposure Compensation mode.

Press the o button.

Adjust the brightness.
While watching the screen, press the qr
buttons to adjust the brightness and press the m button. The exposure compensation amount will appear on the screen.

option, then press the m button. The setting you chose will appear on the screen.
If you choose , you cannot use Digital Zoom (p. 58) or Digital TeleConverter (p. 59).
Changing the Compression Ratio (Image Quality)
You can choose from the following two levels of compression ratio (image quality): (Fine), (Normal).
Choose the compression ratio setting.
Press the m button, then press the op
buttons to choose l button. and press the
Approximate Values for Recording Pixels and Compression Ratio
Recording Pixels (Large) 12M/4000 x 3000 (Medium 1) 8M/3264 x 2448 (Medium 2) 5M/2592 x 1944 (Medium 3) 2M/1600 x 1200 (Small) 0.3M/640 x 480 (Widescreen) 4000 x 2248 Compression Ratio Single Image Data Size (Approx. KB) Number of Recordable Images 4 GB 16 GB 6677 13727
The values in the table are measured according to Canon standards and may change depending on the subject, memory card and camera settings.
Approximate Values for Paper Size
A4, Letter size 5" x 7" Postcard size 3.5" x 5"
Suitable for sending images as e-mail attachments. For printing on wide size paper.

Changing the ISO Speed

Choose the ISO speed.
Automatically adjusts the ISO speed to the Shooting mode and shooting conditions. Low Fine weather conditions, outdoor shooting. Cloudy, Twilight High Nightscapes, Dark interiors

Changing the ISO speed

Lowering the ISO speed results in sharper images, but there may be an increased chance of image blurring in certain shooting conditions. Raising the ISO speed results in a faster shutter speed, reducing camera shake and letting the flash reach greater distances to the subject. The images, however, will appear coarse. When the camera is set to , you can press the shutter button halfway to display the automatically set ISO speed. In (p. 55), ISO speeds will automatically be set higher than in A mode, depending on the scene.
Adjusting the White Balance
The white balance (WB) function sets the optimal white balance for natural looking colors to match the shooting conditions.

Using Various Functions for Shooting Movies
This chapter provides more advanced information than the Shooting Movies and Viewing Movies sections of Chapter 1.
This chapter assumes that the mode switch is set to E (Movie mode).
Changing the Image Quality
You can choose between two image quality settings.
Choose the image quality setting.
option, and press the m button. The setting will appear on the screen.

Image Quality Table

Image Quality (Recording Pixels/Frame Rate) 640 x 480 pixels, 30 frames/sec. Content For shooting standard quality movies. Since the number of the recording pixels is smaller, the image quality will appear coarse when compared with , but you can record three times the length.
320 x 240 pixels, 30 frames/sec.

Estimated Shooting Time

Image Quality Shooting Time 4 GB 32 min. 26 sec. 1 hr. 31 min. 25 sec. 16 GB 2 hrs. 12 min. 50 sec. 6 hrs. 14 min. 23 sec.
Based on Canons testing standards. Recording will automatically stop when either the clip file size reaches 4 GB or the recording time reaches approximately 1 hour. Recording may stop even if the maximum clip length has not been reached on some memory cards. SD Speed Class 4 or higher memory cards are recommended.

AE Lock/Exposure Shift

You can lock the exposure or change it in 1/3 steps within a range of 2 before shooting.
After releasing the shutter button, press
the o button to lock the exposure. The exposure shift bar appears. Press the o button again to release the lock.

Change the exposure.

buttons to adjust the brightness.

Other Shooting Functions

The following functions can be used in the same way as for still images.
Zooming in Closely on Subjects (Digital Zoom) (p. 58) You can use the digital zoom while shooting, but the optical zoom cannot be used. If you want to shoot at the maximum zoom factor, you should adjust the optical zoom to the maximum before shooting. The sounds from zoom operation will be recorded. Using the Self-Timer (p. 61) Shooting Far Away Subjects (Infinity) (p. 66) Shooting Close-ups (Macro) (p. 67) Adjusting the White Balance (p. 71) Changing the Tone of an Image (My Colors) (p. 72) Shooting Using the Two Second Self-Timer (p. 74) Shooting Using a TV Monitor (p. 76) Shooting with the AF Lock (p. 81) Turning off the AF Assist Beam (p. 117) Displaying the Overlay (p. 119) [3:2 Guide] is not available. Changing the IS-Mode Settings (p. 119) You can switch between [Continuous] and [Off].

Press the op buttons to choose [Print]
and press the m button. Printing will start. If you want to print additional images, repeat Steps 5 and 6 after printing has completed. After printing has completed, turn off the camera and printer, and unplug the interface cable.
Refer to the Personal Printing Guide for details on printing. Refer to pp. 37, 39 for Canon-brand Pictbridge compliant printers.
Choosing Images for Printing (DPOF)
You can choose up to 998 images on a memory card for printing and specify settings such as the number of copies so that they can be printed together or processed at a photo developer service. These selection methods comply with the DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) standards.

Print Settings

You can set the print type, date and file number. These settings apply to all images chosen for printing.

Choose [Print Settings].

2 tab, then choose [Print Settings] and press the m button.

Adjust the settings.

item, then press the qr buttons to choose an option. Pressing the n button accepts the settings and restores the menu screen.

Print Type

Standard Index Both On Off On Off On Off
Prints one image per page. Prints several reduced size images per page. Prints both standard and index formats. Prints the shooting date. Prints the file number. Removes all print settings after printing.
Date File No. Clear DPOF data
Some printers or photo developer services may not be able to reflect all of the settings in the output. may appear when using a memory card with print settings set by a different camera. These settings will be overwritten with those set by your camera. If [Date] is set to [On], some printers may print the date twice.
With [Index] chosen, the [Date] and [File No.] options cannot be set to [On] at the same time. The date will be printed in the style set in the [Date/Time] function in the 3 tab (p. 19).
Choosing the Number of Copies
Choose [Select Images & Qty.].
2 tab, then choose [Select Images & Qty.] and press the m button.
image, then press the m button. You will be able to set the number of print copies. If you choose [Index], appears on the screen. Pressing the m button again will deselect the image and will disappear.
Set the number of prints.
Press the op buttons to set the number

of prints (maximum 99).

Repeat Steps 2 and 3 to choose other
images and the number of prints for each.
You cannot set the number of print copies
for index prints. You can only choose which images to print. Pressing the n button accepts the settings and restores the menu screen.
Set All Images to Print Once
Choose [Select All Images].
In Step 1 on p. 111, choose [Select All
Images] and then press the m button.

Make print settings.

Choose [Create Folder] and press the qr
buttons to choose [Daily]. on each shooting date.
Images will be saved into folders created
Changing the Lens Retract Time
For safety reasons, the lens retracts about 1 minute after pressing the 1 button when in a Shooting mode (p. 28). If you want the lens to retract immediately when you press the 1 button, set the retract time to [0 sec.].
Choose [Lens Retract], then press the qr
buttons to choose [0 sec.].
Turning off the Power Saving Function
You can set the power saving function (p. 52) to [Off]. Setting it to [On] is recommended to save battery power.
Choose [Power Saving], then press the Press the op buttons to choose [Auto
m button. Power Down], then use the qr buttons to choose [Off]. If you set the power saving function to [Off], be sure to turn the camera off after use.
Setting the Screen Shut-Off Time
You can adjust the time the screen takes to shut off automatically (p. 52). This also works when [Auto Power Down] is set to [Off].
Choose [Power Saving], then press the Press the op buttons to choose [Display
m button. Off], then use the qr buttons to choose a time. In order to save battery power, you should choose less than [1 min.].
Changing Shooting Function Settings
If you set the mode switch to 4, and the mode to G, you can change the settings in the 4 tab (p. 47).
Before attempting to shoot using a function explained in this chapter in modes other than G mode, check if the function is available in those modes (pp. 132 133).
Turning off the AF Assist Beam
The lamp will automatically light to assist focusing in low light conditions when you press the shutter button halfway. You can turn off the lamp.
Choose [AF-assist Beam], then press the
Turning Off the Red-Eye Reduction Function
The red-eye reduction lamp lights in order to reduce the red-eye effect that occurs when shooting in dark conditions with the flash. You can turn off this function.
Choose [Flash Settings], then press the Press the op buttons to choose [Redm button. Eye Lamp], then press the qr buttons to choose [Off].
Changing the Image Display Time Right After Shooting
You can change the length of time the images display after shooting.
Choose [Review], then press the qr
buttons to choose an option.
sec. Hold Off Displays images for the set time. The image displays until you press the shutter button halfway. No image displays
Changing the Way the Image Displays Right After Shooting
You can change the way the image displays after shooting.
Choose [Review Info], then press the qr
Off Detailed Displays the image only.

h appears on the screen and the shot cannot be taken even though the shutter button was pressed fully (p. 27). appears when the shutter button was pressed halfway (p. 57)
Set the [IS mode] to [Continuous] (p. 119). Set the flash to h (p. 66). Increase the ISO speed (p. 70). Attach the camera to a tripod.
Press the shutter button halfway to focus on the subject, then press fully to shoot (p. 23). Shoot the subject within the focusing distance (p. 136). Set the [AF-assist Beam] to [On] (p. 117). Confirm that functions which you do not intend to use (macro, etc.) are not set. Shoot using the focus lock or AF lock (pp. 76, 81).

Image is blurred.

Even when you press the shutter button halfway, the AF frame does not appear, and the camera does not focus.
If you center on the light and dark contrasting area of the subject and push the shutter button halfway, or repeatedly push the shutter button halfway, the frame will appear and the camera will focus.

Subject is too dark.

Set the flash to h (p. 66). Adjust the brightness with exposure compensation (p. 65). Adjust the image with i-Contrast (pp. 83, 104) Use the AE lock, or spot metering to shoot (pp. 81, 82). Set the flash to ! (p. 57). Adjust the brightness with exposure compensation (p. 65). Use the AE lock, or spot metering to shoot (pp. 81, 82). Reduce the light illuminating the subject.
Subject is too bright (overexposed).
Image is dark even though the flash fired (p. 27).
Increase the ISO speed (p. 70). Shoot within an appropriate distance for flash photography (p. 66).
Image taken using the flash is too bright (overexposed).
Shoot within an appropriate distance for flash photography (p. 66). Set the flash to ! (p. 57).
White dots appear on the image when shooting with the flash. Image appears rough or grainy.
Light from the flash has reflected off dust particles or other objects in the air. Shoot with the ISO speed on a lower setting (p. 70). Depending on the Shooting mode, when shooting in a high ISO speed the image may appear rough or grainy (pp. 55, 70).

Eyes appear red (p. 84).

Set the [Red-Eye Lamp] to [On] (p. 117). When shooting with the flash, the lamp (on the front of the camera) (p. 43) lights, and for approximately 1 second while the camera is reducing red-eye, it is not possible to shoot. It is more effective if the subject is looking directly at the lamp. Even better results can be obtained by increasing the lighting in indoor settings or approaching closer to the subject.
Recording images to the memory card takes a long time, or continuous shooting slows down.
Perform a low-level format of the memory card in the camera (p. 51)
When you cant make settings for shooting functions or FUNC. menu.
The items in which settings can be made differ depending on the shooting mode. Refer to Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (pp. 130 131).

Shooting movies

Correct shooting time does not display, or stops.
Format the memory card in the camera, or use a memory card capable of recording at high speeds. Even when the shooting time does not display properly, the recorded video will be the length that it was actually shot (pp. 31, 88).
appeared on the screen and shooting ended automatically.
The cameras internal memory was insufficient. Try one of the following: Perform a low-level format of the memory card in the camera (p. 51). Change the image quality setting (p. 88). Use a memory card capable of recording at high speeds (p. 51).

Zoom does not operate.

You can use the digital zoom while recording, but not the optical zoom (p. 90).
Cannot play back images or movies.
If the file name or folder structure is changed on a computer, you may not be able to play back images or movies. Refer to the Software Guide for information regarding folder structure or file names.
Playback stops, or audio cuts out.
Use a memory card that has been formatted on this camera (p. 51). If you copy a movie to a memory card that reads slowly, playback may interrupt momentarily. Depending on its capabilities, when playing movies, the computer may drop frames or the audio may cut out.

Computer

Cannot transfer images to a computer.
It may be possible to solve the problem when the camera is connected to the computer via cable by reducing the transfer speed. Press and hold down the n button, then press and hold the o and m buttons simultaneously. Choose [B] when it appears on the screen, then press the m button.
List of Messages That Appear on the Screen
If error messages appear on the screen, try one of the following solutions.

No memory card

The memory card is not installed in the correct direction. Install the memory card in the correct direction (p. 17).

Number of Recording Pixels (Still images). Large: 4000 x 3000 pixels Medium 1: 3264 x 2448 pixels Medium 2: 2592 x 1944 pixels Medium 3: 1600 x 1200 pixels Small: 640 x 480 pixels Widescreen: 4000 x 2248 pixels (Movies). 640 x 480 pixels (30 frames/sec.*) 320 x 240 pixels (30 frames/sec.*) * Actual frame rate is 29.97 frames/sec. Compression (Still images). Fine, Normal Number of Possible Shots (CIPA compliant). Approx. 240 images Playback Function. Single Image, Movie, Magnified Display, Index, Magnified, Slideshow Editing Function. Erase, Protect, Resize, i-Contrast, Rotate, Red-Eye Correction Direct Print Type. PictBridge compliant Interface. Digital input/output: Hi-Speed USB (mini-B compatible)* Analog audio output: Monaural* Analog video output: NTSC/PAL selectable* * Dedicated connector (female) with unified type of digital, audio and video. Communication Settings. MTP, PTP Power. Battery Pack NB-6L (rechargeable lithium-ion battery) AC Adapter Kit ACK-DC40 Operating Temperatures. C (F) Operating Humidity. 10 90% Dimensions (CIPA compliant). 90.5 x 55.8 x 21.2 mm (3.56 x 2.20 x 0.83 in.) Weight (CIPA compliant). Approx. 140 g (4.94 oz.) (Including the battery and memory card) Approx. 117 g (4.13 oz.) (Camera body only)

Battery Pack NB-6L

Type. Voltage. Capacity. Charging cycles. Operating temperature. Dimensions. Weight. Rechargeable lithium-ion battery 3.7 V DC 1000 mAh Approx. 300 times C (F) 34.4 x 41.8 x 6.9 mm (1.35 x 1.65 x 0.27 in.) Approx. 21 g (0.74 oz.)
Rated input. V AC (50/60 Hz), 0.085 A (100 V) 0.05 A (240 V) Rated output. 4.2 V DC, 0.7 A Charge time. Approx. 1 hour 55 min. Operating temperature. C (F) Dimensions. 58.6 x 86.4 x 24.1 mm (2.31 3.40 0.95 in.) Weight. Approx. 70 g (2.47 oz.) (CB-2LY) Approx. 61 g (2.15 oz.) (CB-2LYE) (excluding power cord)
All data is based on tests by Canon. Camera specifications or appearance are subject to change without notice.

Numerics

3:2 Guide.. 119
Editing i-Contrast...104 Red-Eye Correction..105 Resizing (Making Images Smaller).103 Rotating Images..102 Equipment...2 Default Settings..50 Holding the Camera.13 Erasing All Images..101 Erasing Images..29, 101 Error Messages..126 Exposure AE Lock..82, 89 Compensation..65 Correction..65 FE Lock..82 Shift...89