Checking the Package Contents. 2 Read This First.. 3 What Do You Want to Do?.. 4 Conventions Used in This Guide. 8 Safety Precautions.. 9 Returning the Camera to Default Settings.. 47 Low Level Memory Card Formatting.. 48

Getting Started. 13

Compatible Memory Cards (Sold Separately).. 14 Inserting the Batteries and Memory Card.. 14 Setting the Date and Time. 17 Setting the Display Language. 19 Formatting Memory Cards. 20 Pressing the Shutter Button. 21 Taking Pictures (Smart Auto).. 22 Viewing Images.. 26 Erasing Images. 27 Shooting Movies.. 28 Viewing Movies. 31 Transferring Images to a Computer for Viewing. 32 Accessories. 36 Separately Sold Accessories.. 37
Shooting in Special Conditions and Commonly Used Functions.. 49
Shooting in Various Conditions. 50 Turning the Flash Off.. 53 Zooming in Closely on Subjects (Digital Zoom).. 54 Inserting the Date and Time. 56 Using the Self-Timer.. 57 Using the Face Self-Timer. 58
Choosing Settings Yourself.. 59

Learning More.. 39

Components Guide.. 40 Indicator.. 41 Screen Display.. 42 Power Saving Function (Auto Power Down).. 43 FUNC. Menu Basic Operations. 44 MENU Basic Operations. 45 Changing the Sound Settings. 46
Shooting in Program AE. 60 Adjusting the Brightness (Exposure Compensation). 60 Turning the Flash On.. 61 Shooting Close-ups (Macro). 61 Shooting Far Away Subjects (Infinity).. 62 Changing the Recording Pixel Setting (Image Size). 62 Changing the Compression Ratio (Image Quality).. 63 Changing the ISO Speed. 64 Adjusting the White Balance. 65 Continuous Shooting.. 66 Changing the Tone of an Image (My Colors).. 67 Shooting Using the Two Second Self-Timer.. 68
Customizing the Self-Timer. 68 Shooting Using a TV Monitor.. 69 Changing the Composition with the Focus Lock. 69

Printing. 95

Getting More Out of Your Camera. 71
Changing the AF Frame Mode. 72 Magnifying the Focal Point. 73 Shooting with the AF Lock. 74 Changing the Metering Mode. 74 Shooting with the AE Lock. 75 Shooting with the FE Lock. 75 Shooting with Slow Synchro. 76 Red-Eye Correction. 77 Shooting Long Exposures.. 78
Printing Images. 96 Choosing Images for Printing (DPOF).. 98 Printing Images with DPOF Settings... 100

Customizing Camera Settings.. 101
Using Various Functions for Shooting Movies.. 79
Changing the Image Quality. 80 AE Lock/Exposure Shift. 81 Other Shooting Functions.. 81 Playback Functions.. 82
Using Various Playback and Editing Functions.. 83
Changing Camera Settings. 102 Changing Shooting Function Settings... 105 Changing Playback Function Settings... 107

Useful Information. 109

Quickly Searching Images. 84 Searching for Images Using the Jump Display.. 85 Viewing Slideshows. 86 Checking the Focus. 87 Magnifying Images. 88 Changing Image Transitions. 88 Viewing Images on a TV.. 89 Protecting Images.. 90 Erasing All Images. 91 Rotating Images.. 91 Resizing Images.. 92 Correcting the Red-Eye Effect. 93
Replacing the Date/Time Battery.. 110 Using Household Power. 111 Handling Precautions.. 112 Troubleshooting.. 113 List of Messages That Appear on the Screen.. 116 Information Displayed on the Screen.. 118 Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode.. 120 Menus.. 122 Specifications.. 126 Index.. 128
Conventions Used in This Guide
Icons are used in the text to represent the camera buttons and switches. Language that displays on the screen appears inside [ ] (square brackets). The directional buttons and FUNC./SET button are represented by the following icons.
(Up button) (FUNC./SET button) (Right button) (Left button) (Down button)
: Things you should be careful about. : Troubleshooting tips. : Hints for getting more out of your camera. : Supplemental information. (p. xx): Reference pages.xx stands for a page number. This guide assumes all functions are at their default settings. The various types of memory cards that can be used in this camera are collectively referred to as memory cards in this guide. Functions that differ depending on the camera model are indicated with the following icons: : Functions and precautions for the PowerShot A495 only : Functions and precautions for the PowerShot A490 only Explanations without these icons apply to both models. PowerShot A495 screenshots and illustrations are used for the explanations in this guide.

Safety Precautions

Before using the camera, please ensure that you read the safety precautions described below. Always ensure that the camera is operated correctly. The safety precautions noted on the following pages are intended to prevent injuries to yourself and other persons, or damage to the equipment. Be sure to also check the guides included with any separately sold accessories you use.

Warning Denotes the possibility of serious injury or death. Caution Caution
Denotes the possibility of injury. Denotes the possibility of damage to the equipment.

Warning

Do not trigger the flash in close proximity to peoples eyes. Exposure to the intense light produced by the flash could damage eyesight. In particular, remain at least one meter (39 inches) away from infants when using the flash. Store this equipment out of the reach of children and infants. Strap: Putting the strap around a childs neck could result in asphyxiation. Memory card, day/date battery: Dangerous if swallowed. If this occurs, contact a doctor immediately. Do not attempt to disassemble or alter any part of the equipment unless expressly indicated to do so in this guide. To avoid the risk of injury, do not touch the interior of the camera if it has been dropped or otherwise damaged. Stop operating the camera immediately if it emits smoke, a strange smell, or otherwise behaves abnormally. Do not use organic solvents such as alcohol, benzine, or thinner to clean the equipment. Do not allow liquids or foreign objects to enter the camera. The above could result in fire or electrical shock. If liquid or foreign objects come into contact with the camera interior, immediately turn the camera power off and remove the batteries. Use only recommended power sources. Using other power sources could result in fire or electrical shock.

Batteries

Use only recommended batteries. Do not place the batteries near or in direct flame. Do not let the batteries come into contact with water (e.g. sea water) or other liquids. Do not attempt to disassemble, alter or apply heat to the batteries. Avoid dropping or subjecting the batteries to severe impacts. The above may cause explosions or leaks, resulting in fire, injury and damage to the surroundings. In the event that a battery leaks and the eyes, mouth, skin or clothing contacts these substances, immediately flush with water and seek medical assistance.

Other Warnings

Do not play the supplied CD-ROM(s) in any CD player that does not support data CD-ROMs. It is possible to suffer hearing loss from listening with headphones to the loud sounds of a CD-ROM played on a music CD player. Additionally, playing the CD-ROM(s) in an audio CD player (music player) could damage the speakers.

When battery charge is low, an icon and message will appear on the screen. If the batteries are charged, the icon and message will not appear.
Display Change the batteries
Approximate Number of Shots per Memory Card
Memory Card Number of Shots
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. 22).
Number of shots that can be taken

4 GB 1471

Summary
Nearly depleted. Ready new batteries.
Depleted. Change the batteries.

16 GB 6026

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.
1 Turn on the camera. Press the power button.
The Date/Time screen will appear.
date and time. 2 Set thethe qr buttons to choose an option. Press
Press the op buttons to set a value.
the setting. 3 Completem button. Press the
Once the date and time have been set, the Date/Time screen will close. Pressing the power button will turn off the camera.
Reappearing Date/Time screen
Set the correct date and time. If you have not set the date and time, the Date/Time screen will appear each time you turn on the camera.
Changing the Date and Time
You can change the current date and time settings.
1 Display the menus. Press the n button.
in the 3 tab. 2 Choose [Date/Time] choose the 3 tab. Press the qr buttons to
Press the op buttons to choose [Date/ Time], then press the m button.

Date/Time battery

the 3 ChangeSteps 2date3andp.time.adjust the Follow and on 17 to
setting. Pressing the n button will close the menu.
If the [Date/Time] screen appears even when the date/time have been correctly set, insert a new date/time battery (p. 110).
Setting the Display Language
You can change the language that displays on the screen.
1 Enter Playback mode. Press the 1 button. 2 Display the settings screen.press Press and hold the m button, then

the n button.

display 3 Set thethe opqrlanguage. a Press buttons to choose
language, then press the m button. Once the display language has been set, the settings screen will close.
You can also change the display language by pressing the n button, choosing the 3 tab, and choosing the [Language] menu item.

Formatting Memory Cards

Before you use a new memory card or one that has been formatted in other devices, you should format the card with this camera. Formatting (initializing) a memory card erases all data on the memory card. As you cannot retrieve the erased data, exercise adequate caution before formatting the memory card.

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 will be printed twice. Use the DPOF print settings (p. 98) 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.
1 Press the p button. 2 Choose. buttons to choose , then Press the op
3 Shoot.the shutter button halfway to focus on Press
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.
press the m button. Once set, will appear on the screen.
You can change the delay time and number of shots (p. 68).
Using the Face Self-Timer
To take a photo that includes the photographer, such 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. 72).
". 1 ChooseStep 1 on p. 50 and choose ". Follow
2 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 fully. 3 Presscamerashutter button stand-by, The will enter shooting
4 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.
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.

1 Choose. the r button, press the qr After pressing
buttons to choose , then press the m button again. Once set, will appear on the screen.
2 Shoot.if the flash fires, ensure that the Even
Attach the camera to a tripod to prevent the camera from moving and blurring the image.
subject does not move until the shutter sound ends.

Red-Eye Correction

You can automatically correct red-eye that occurs in images taken with the flash.
Settings]. 1 Choose [Flash button, choose [Flash Press the n
Settings] from the 4 tab and press the m button.
the setting. 2 Adjustthe op buttons to choose [Red-Eye Press
Red-eye correction may be applied to areas other than red eyes. For example, when red make-up has been used around eyes. You can correct recorded images (p. 93). You can also display the screen in Step 2 by pressing the r button, then the n button.
Corr.] and press the qr buttons to choose [On]. Once set, will appear on the screen.

Shooting Long Exposures

You can set the shutter speed to a range between 1 and 15 seconds to shoot long exposures. However, you should attach the camera to a tripod to prevent the camera from moving and blurring the image.
. 1 ChooseSteps on p. 50 to choose. Follow
shutter 2 Choose thebutton. speed. Press the o
3 Confirm the exposure. button halfway, When you press the shutter
The brightness of the image may differ from the brightness of the screen in Step 3 when the shutter button was pressed halfway. When shutter speeds of 1.3 seconds or slower are used, images are processed to eliminate noise after being taken. A certain amount of processing time may be needed before you can take the next shot. If the flash fires, the image may be overexposed. If this happens, set the flash to ! and shoot.
Press the qr buttons to select the shutter speed, then press the m button.
the exposure for the chosen shutter speed will appear on the screen.
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 E mode has been chosen by pressing the button, then the qr buttons.
Changing the Image Quality
You can choose between three image quality settings.
quality setting. 1 Choose the imagebutton, press the op After pressing the m
and press the m button. The setting will display on the screen.

Approximate Location of Displayed Area
Changing Image Transitions
You can choose from two transition effects when switching between images in Single Image Playback.

Choose [Transition].

Press the n button and choose the 1 tab, then choose [Transition] and press the qr buttons to choose an option.

Viewing Images on a TV

Using the supplied AV Cable (p. 2), you can connect the camera to a TV to view images you have shot.
1 Turn off the camera and TV. the 2 Connect the camera tocover TV.fully Open the cameras terminal and
insert the cable plug into the cameras terminal. Insert the cable plug fully into the video input terminals as shown in the illustration.
White or Black Yellow Yellow Black
4 Press the 1 button to turn on the camera.
Turn on the TV and switch it to the input to which the cable is connected. Turn on the camera.
The image will appear on the TV (nothing will appear on the screen of the camera). After you finish, turn off the camera and TV, and unplug the cable.
What if the images dont properly display on the TV?
Images will not display correctly if the cameras video output setting (NTSC/PAL) does not match the TV system. Press the n button, choose the 3 tab and [Video System] to switch to the correct video system.

Protecting Images

You can protect important images so that they cannot be accidentally erased with the camera (pp. 27, 91).
1 Choose [Protect]. choose [Protect] in Press the n button,
the 1 tab, and then press the m button.
2 Choose an image. to choose an image, Press the qr buttons
3 Protect images. button, a If you press the n
confirmation screen will appear. Press the qr buttons to choose [OK], then press the m button. The images will be protected.
then press the m button. will appear on the screen. If you press the m button again, will disappear. To protect additional images, repeat the above procedure.
If you format the memory card (pp. 20, 48), protected images will also be erased. If you switch Shooting modes or turn off the power before performing the operations in Step 3, images will not be protected. Protected images cannot be erased with the cameras erase function. To erase an image, cancel protection first.

Erasing All Images

You can erase all images at once. Since erased images cannot be recovered, exercise adequate caution before erasing. Protected images (p. 90) cannot be erased.
all]. 1 Choose [Erasebutton, choose [Erase all] Press the n
in the 1 tab, and press the m button.
2 Erase all images. to choose [OK], then Press the qr buttons

Rotating Images

You can change the orientation of an image and save it.
press the m button. All images will be erased. Pressing the n button will restore the menu screen.

Prints several reduced size images per page.
Prints both standard and index formats.
Removes all print settings after printing.
Some printers or photo developer services may not be able to reflect all of the settings in the output. may appear on the screen 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. 17).
Choosing the Number of Copies
Images & Qty.]. 1 Choose [Selectbutton and choose the 2 Press the n
tab, then choose [Select Images & Qty.] and press the m button.
number of 3 Set thethe op buttonsprints. number of Press to set the
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 in Step 2. Pressing the n button accepts the settings and restores the menu screen.

Make print settings.

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 All Images to Print Once
1 Choose1[Select All Images]. Images] In Step above, choose [Select All
and then press the m button.
2 Press the qr buttons to choose [OK] and
Printing Images with DPOF Settings

Clearing All Selections

1 Choose1[Clear All Selections]. In Step on p. 99, choose [Clear All
Selections] and then press the m button.
selections will cleared. 2 AllPress the qr buttons bechoose [OK], then to
The following examples use the Canon SELPHY series printers.
Number of copies to print
to 1 Connect the1camera96. the printer. Follow Steps 4 on p.
2 Print images.buttons to choose [Print Press the op

now], then press the m button. Printing will start.
Customizing Camera Settings
You can customize various settings to suit your shooting preferences. The first part of this chapter explains convenient and commonly used functions. The latter part explains how to change shooting and playback settings to suit your purposes.

Changing Camera Settings

You can customize convenient and commonly used functions from the 3 tab (p. 45).
Turning Off the Start-up Image
You can turn off the start-up image that displays when you turn on the camera.
Choose [Start-up Image], then press the qr buttons to choose [Off].
Changing the File Number Assignment
Images you shoot are automatically assigned file numbers in the order they were taken, from 0001 9999, and saved to folders of up to 2,000 images. You can change the file number assignment.

Continuous Auto Reset

Choose [File Numbering], then press the qr buttons to choose an option.
Even if you shoot using a new memory card, the file numbers are assigned consecutively until an image with the number 9999 is taken/saved. If you replace the memory card with a new one, or a new folder is created, file numbering begins with 0001 again.
If you use a memory card already containing images, the newly assigned file numbers may continue the existing numbering for both the [Continuous] and [Auto Reset] settings. If you want to start over with file number 0001, format the memory card before use (p. 20). Refer to the Software Guide for information regarding folder structure or image types.
Creating Folders by Shooting Date
Images are saved into folders created each month, however, you can also create folders by shooting date.
Choose [Create Folder] and press the qr buttons to choose [Daily]. Images will be saved into folders created on each shooting date.
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. 26). If you want the lens to retract immediately when you press the 1 button, set the retract time to [0 sec.].
Turning off the Power Saving Function
You can set the power saving function (p. 43) to [Off]. Setting it to [On] is recommended to save battery power.
Choose [Power Saving], then press the m button. Press the op buttons to choose [Auto Power Down], then press the qr buttons to choose [Off]. If you set the power saving function to [Off], be sure to turn the camera off after use.

Choose [Lens Retract], then press the qr buttons to choose [0 sec.].
Setting the Screen Shut-Off Time
You can adjust the time the screen takes to shut off automatically (p. 43). This also works when [Auto Power Down] is set to [Off].
Choose [Power Saving], then press the m button. Press the op buttons to choose [Display Off], then press the qr buttons to choose a time. In order to save battery power, it is recommended to choose less than [1 min.].
Changing Shooting Function Settings
You can set functions in the 4 tab after pressing the pressing the qr buttons to choose G (p. 45). button and
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. 122 123).
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 qr buttons to choose [Off].
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 m button. Press the op buttons to choose [Red-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. Displays images for the set time. The image displays until you press the shutter button halfway. No image displays.

Hold Off

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 buttons to choose an option.
Off Displays the image only. Displays detailed information (p. 42). The area inside the AF frame is magnified, allowing you to check the focus. The procedure is the same as in Checking the Focus (p. 87).

Playback (Detailed Information Display)
Shooting Mode ISO Speed (p. 64) Exposure Compensation (p. 60), Exposure Shift Amount (p. 81) White Balance (p. 65) Histogram (p. 43) Image Editing (pp. 92 93) Compression (Image Quality) (p. 63) Recording Pixels (p. 62), AVI (Movies) (p. 80)
Battery Charge Indicator (p. 16) Metering Modes (p. 74) Folder Number File Number (p. 102) Displayed image number/Total number of images Shutter Speed Aperture Value, Image Quality (Movies) Flash (p. 61) Focusing Zone (pp. 61, 62)
File Size (pp. 62, 80) Still Images: Recording Pixels (p. 63) Movies: Movie Length (p. 80) Protect (p. 90) My Colors (p. 67) Red-Eye Correction (p. 93) Shooting Date and Time (p. 56)
Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode
Shooting modes Function Exposure Compensation (p. 60) 0 to 2 e Focusing Zone (pp. 61, 62) u h G

Flash (pp. 53, 61, 76)

Self-Timer (pp. 57, 68) AF Lock (p. 74) AE Lock (p. 75)/FE Lock (p. 75) AE Lock/Exposure Shift (p. 81) TV Display (p. 89)
ISO Speed (p. 64) White Balance (p. 65) My Colors (p. 67) Light Metering (p. 74) Drive Mode (p. 66)

! $ *2 Func. Menu W

Compression Ratio (Image Quality) (p. 63) Recording Pixels (pp. 62, 80)
*1 Always [On]. *2 Possible settings: seconds in [Delay], and shots in [Shots]. *3 A recording pixel setting of will display, and the image will be fixed at 1600 x 1200 pixels. The compression setting (image quality) is selectable. *4 PowerShot A495 only *5 PowerShot A490 only

K I F V "*4

*1 *1

Func. Menu

Selectable, or set automatically. Not selectable

4 Shooting Menu

Shooting modes Function AF Frame (p. 72) AF Frame Size (p. 73) Digital Zoom (p. 54) AF-Point Zoom (p. 73) AF-assist Beam (p. 105) Flash Settings (pp. 77, 105) Shooting Info (p. 118) Review (p. 106) Review Info (p. 106) Disp. Overlay (p. 107) Date Stamp (p. 56)
*1 Fixed to [Off]. *2 PowerShot A495 only *3 PowerShot A490 only
Face AiAF Center Normal/Small Standard/Off Digital Tele-converter (1.4x/2.3x) On/Off On/Off Red-Eye Corr. On/Off Red-Eye Lamp
Off/sec./Hold Off/Grid Lines

Off/Detailed/Focus Check

3:2 Guide/Both

Off/Date/Date & Time

On/Off

K I F V "*2 *1

3 Set up Menu
Item Mute Volume Start-up Image Format File Numbering Create Folder Lens Retract Power Saving Date/Time Video System Language Reset All * Default setting On/Off* Set all operation sounds (5 levels). On*/Off Formats memory card, erasing all data Continuous*/Auto Reset Monthly*/Daily 1 min.*/0 sec. Auto Power Down: On*/Off Display Off: 10, 20 or 30 sec./1*, 2 or 3 min. Date and time settings NTSC/PAL Options/Summary Ref. Page p. 46 p. 46 p. 102 pp. 20, 48 p. 102 p. 103 p. 103 pp. 43, 103, 104 p. 17 p. 89 p. 19 p. 47

Choose display language.

Returns camera to default settings.

1 Playback Menu

Item Info Display Slideshow Erase All Protect Rotate Red-Eye Correction Resize Resume Transition * Default setting

Options/Summary

Ref. Page p. 42 p. 86 p. 91 p. 90 p. 91 p. 93 p. 92 p. 107 p. 88
Off*/Standard/Detailed/Focus Check
Plays back images automatically. Erases all images.
Protects images. Rotates images. Corrects red eyes in still images. Resizes and saves still images. Last seen*/Last shot Fade*/Slide/Off

2 Print Menu

Item Print Select Images & Qty. Select All Images Clear All Selections Print Settings Options/Summary Displays printing screen. Chooses individual images for printing. Chooses all images for printing. Cancels all settings for printing. Sets the printing style. Ref. Page p. 96 p. 99 p. 99 p. 100 p. 98

Specifications

Camera Effective Pixels. Approx. 10.0 million Image Sensor. 1/2.3-inch type CCD (Total number of pixels: Approx. 10.3 million) Lens. 6.6 (W) 21.6 (T) mm 35mm film equivalent: 37 (W) 122 (T) mm f/3.0 (W) f/5.8 (T) Optical Zoom. 3.3x Digital Zoom. Approx. 4.0x (Up to approx. 13x in combination with the optical zoom) LCD Monitor. 2.5 TFT LCD color monitor Approx. 115,000 dots, Picture coverage approx. 100% AF Frame Mode. Face AiAF/Center Focusing Range (from end of lens). Auto: 5 cm (2.0 in.) infinity (W)/25 cm (9.8 in.) infinity (T) Normal: 5 cm (2.0 in.) infinity (W)/25 cm (9.8 in.) infinity (T) Macro: cm (0.4 in. 1.6 ft.) (W)/cm (9.8 in. 1.6 ft.) (T) Infinity: 3.0 m (9.8 ft.) infinity Kids&Pets: 1.0 m (3.3 ft.) infinity Shutter. Mechanical shutter and electronic shutter used together Shutter Speed. 1 1/2000 sec. 15 1/2000 sec. (Total shutter speed range) Metering System. Evaluative, Center-weighted average or Spot Exposure Compensation. 2 stops in 1/3-stop increments ISO speed (Standard Output Sensitivity, Recommended Exposure Index). Auto, ISO 80/100/200/400/800/1600 White Balance. Auto, Day Light, Cloudy, Tungsten, Fluorescent, Fluorescent H, Custom Built-in Flash. Auto, On, Slow Synchro, Off * Red-eye reduction/Red-eye correction/FE lock settings available Built-in Flash Range. 30 cm 3.0 m (12 in. 9.8 ft.) (W)/30 cm 2.0 m (12 in. 6.6 ft.) (T) Shooting Modes. Shooting Mode: P, Auto, SCN, Movie SCN Mode: Portrait, Night Snapshot, Kids&Pets, Indoor, Face Self-Timer , Low Light, Super Vivid , Poster Effect , Beach, Foliage, Snow, Sunset , Fireworks, Long Shutter Movie Mode: Standard Continuous Shooting. Normal: Approx. 0.9 images/sec. Low Light: Approx. 2.5 images/sec. Self-timer. Approx. 10-sec./Approx. 2-sec. delay, Custom Timer Recording Media. SD memory card, SDHC memory card, SDXC memory card, MultiMediaCard, MMCplus memory card, HC MMCplus memory card File Format. Design rule for Camera File system and DPOF compliant

Data Type. Still images: Exif 2.2 (JPEG) Movies: AVI (Image data: Motion JPEG, Audio data: WAVE (Mono)) Number of Recording Pixels (Still images). Large: 3648 x 2736 pixels Medium 1: 2816 x 2112 pixels Medium 2: 2272 x 1704 pixels Medium 3: 1600 x 1200 pixels Small: 640 x 480 pixels Widescreen: 3648 x 2048 pixels (Movies). 640 x 480 pixels (30 frames/sec.*) 640 x 480 pixels (30 frames/sec. LP*) 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. 150 images Playback Function. Single Image, Movie, Magnified Display, Index, Jump, Magnified, Slideshow Editing Function. Erase, Protect, Resize, Rotate, Red-Eye Correction Direct Print Type. PictBridge compliant Interface. Hi-Speed USB (mini-B) Video/Audio output (NTSC and PAL capable, mono audio) Communication Settings. MTP, PTP Power. 2 AA alkaline batteries 2 AA NiMH batteries (NB-3AH (sold separately)) AC Adapter Kit ACK800 (sold separately) Operating Temperatures. C (F) Operating Humidity. 10 90% Dimensions (CIPA compliant). 93.5 x 61.7 x 30.6 mm (3.68 x 2.43 x 1.20 in.) Weight (CIPA compliant). Approx. 175 g (6.17 oz.) (Including the battery and memory card) Approx. 130 g (4.60 oz.) (Camera body only)
All data is based on tests by Canon. Camera specifications or appearance are subject to change without notice.

Numerics

3:2 Guide..107 Digital Zoom.. 54 Display Language.. 19 Display Overlay. 107 DPOF.. 98
AC Adapter Kit..37, 111 Accessories..37 AE Lock..75, 81 AF Frames..23 AF Focus AF Lock..74 AV Cable..2, 89
Editing Red-Eye Correction. 93 Resizing (Making Images Smaller).. 92 Equipment Default Settings. 47 Holding the Camera. 13 Erasing All Images.. 91 Erasing Images.. 27, 91 Error Messages. 116 Exposure AE Lock.. 75, 81 Compensation.. 60 FE Lock.. 75 Shift.. 81
Battery Battery and Charger Kit.37 Charge Indicator..16 Date/Time Battery.110 Power Saving.43, 103, 104 Beach (Scene Mode)..51 Black and White Images.67
Camera Shake..53 Center..72 Components Guide..40 Compression Ratio (Image Quality)..63 Continuous Shooting..66 Custom White Balance.65
Date and Time Adding to Image.56 Changing..18 Date/Time Battery.110 Settings..17 Date/Time Date and Time Default Settings..47 Deleting Erasing DIGITAL CAMERA Solution Disk.2 Digital Tele-Converter..55
Face AiAF.. 72 Face Self-Timer (Scene Mode). 58 Factory Settings Default Settings FE Lock... 75 File Numbering.. 102 Fireworks (Scene Mode).. 52 Flash Off... 53 On... 61 Slow Synchro.. 76 Focus AF Frame Mode.. 72 AF Frames.. 23 AF Lock.. 74 AF-Point Zoom.. 73 Focus Check.. 87 Focus Lock.. 69 Format Memory Card, Formatting

PowerShot A490

Digital Compact Camera
Compact, easy-to-use and feature-packed cameras including Canon's Intelligent Auto technology.

Point and Shoot

The PowerShot A490 features a 10.0 MP CCD sensor, 3.3x optical zoom lens and DiG!C III processor allowing you to get quality photos from an entry level camera. The improved Auto function, automatically selects up to 13 different scenes allowing you to take great shots with ease. The PowerShot A490 has a durable and solid form, is perfect for newcomers to photography and a popular and accessible choice for families.

Key Features

Precision image quality 10.0 megapixels 3.3x optical zoom DiG!C III Intelligent Auto (13 scenes detected) Intelligent Flash Exposure Low Light Mode ISO 1600 Perfect portraits of family & friends Face Detection Red-eye correction Motion Detection Explore digital photography 2.5 inch LCD screen Image inspection tool Special Scene Modes including new Poster Effect and Super Vivid modes MyColors Digital movies made easy Movie recording with sound
Quality images 10.0 megapixels deliver photo quality prints up to A3 size Zoom Genuine Canon 3.3x optical zoom lens (37mm122mm) to zoom in to the subject Sharp Previews 2.5 LCD screen for vivid bright and sharp images to view and share your photos Intelligent Auto New Auto mode with Scene Detection, Face Detection, Motion Detection and Noise Reduction makes it even easier to get the perfect shot Intelligent Flash Exposure Automatically detects whether flash is required and adjusts the flash output, shutter speed, aperture and ISO speed to best suit the photo being taken. Perfect People Shots Face Detection for perfect focus, exposure, lighting and skin tones when photographing people Red-eye Correction In-camera red-eye correction gives you more natural-looking portraits Be Creative Special Scene Modes allow you to choose from a variety of predetermined settings to get more creative Movie Recording Continuous movie recording and playback with sound
DiG!C III Image Processor
Canons DiG!C III delivers high speed start-up, fast auto-focus, smooth continuous shooting, faster overall processing and superior image quality. With advanced features including Face Detect, Red-eye Correction and high IS0 1600, DiG!C III makes it easy to get great shots in any conditions.
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PowerShot A490 Technical Specifications
CCD / Image Processor Effective Number of Pixels Size / Filter Array Processor Lens Focal Length (optical) 35mm film equivalent f/number Shutter Speed Zoom Focusing Focus System Face Detection Other Shooting Features Shooting Functions Face Detection Other Shooting Features Continuous Shooting (Large/Fine) Self-timer Control/Balance Light Metering Method Exposure Control Method Exposure Compensation Sensitivity (Equivalent Film Speed) White Balance Modes LCD Monitor LCD Monitor Flash Flash Modes Flash Range Selectable Shooting Modes Shooting Modes

Included as Standard

Approx 10.0 MP CCD 1/2.3 inch / Primary colour filter (Bayer) DiG!C III 6.6 (W) 21.6 (T) mm 37 (W) 122 (T) mm f/3.0 - f/4.5 (w) - f/5.8 - f/9.0 (T) 1 - 1/2000 sec. Approx. 3.3x Optical, 4x Digital TTL Autofocus 1 Face Detect, AiAF (5-points), Center Normal: 5cminfinity (W), 25cm-infinity (T) , Macro: 1cm-50cm (W), 25-50cm (T) Auto Focus and AiAF, Auto Exposure, White Balance, Flash Exposure, Auto Red-Eye correction Image Inspection Tool, Night Display Approx 0.9 shots/sec (2.5 shots/sec in Low Light) Approx. 10sec or 2sec delay, or custom. Evaluative , Center-weighted average, Spot Program AE 2 stops in 1/3-stop increments Auto, ISO 100/200/400/800/Auto , Daylight, Cloudy, Tungsten, Fluorescent, Fluorescent H, Custom 2.5 inch TFT LCD monitor (approx 115,000 dots) with wide viewing angle Auto , on, off, Slow Synchro, Auto Red Eye Correction, Red Eye Reduction Normal: 30cm 3.0m (W) 30cm - 2.0m (T) Auto (13 scenes detected), P, SCN (Portrait, Night Snapshot, Kids & Pets, Indoor, Low Light, Sunset, Beach, Foliage, Snow, Fireworks, Long Shutter, Movie, Super Vivid, Poster) Vivid, Neutral, Sepia, Black & White, Custom Colour JPEG Compression (EXIF 2.2 Compliant) sRGB: Fine, Normal AVI (Image Data: Motion JPEG; Audio Data: WAVE monaural) Available Large: 3648 x 2736 (1471), Medium 1: 2816 x 2112 (2320), Medium 2: 2272 x 1704 (3352), Medium 3: 1600 x 1200 (6352), Small: 640 x 480 (20116), Widescreen: 3648 x 2048 (1978), Low Light: 1600 x 1200 Standard: 640 x 480 (30 fps (32min.26sec.)/ 30 fps LP (1hr.2min.51sec.)), 320 x 240 (30 fps (1hr.31min.25sec.)) Red-Eye Correction, Slideshow, Resize, Image Inspection Tool, Advancing and Reversing through magnified images, Jump, Rotate, Histogram, Overexposure Warning, Transition Effect Yes PC: Windows 7, Windows Vista (incl SP1/SP2), XP SP2/SP3; Mac: OS X v10.4 - v10.6 Hi-Speed USB (mini-B connector) PAL or NTSC selectable Monaural SD/SDHC/SDXC Memory Card, MultiMediaCard, MMCplus card, HC MMCplus card English, German, French, Dutch, Danish, Finnish, Italian, Norwegian, Swedish, Spanish, Simplified Chinese, Russian, Portuguese, Greek, Polish, Czech, Hungarian, Turkish, Traditional Chinese, Korean, Thai, Arabic, Romanian, Ukrainian, Farsi and Japanese Size AA Alkaline battery (x2) or rechargeable NiMH battery (x2) NB-3AH LCD Monitor On 400 shots; Playback 10hours (with NB-3AH) 93.5 x 61.7 x 30.6mm (ex. protruding parts) Approx. 130g

2 x AA Alkaline Batteries USB Interface Cable IFC-400PCU AV Cable AVCDC300 Wrist Strap WS-800 User Guides Digital Camera Solution Disc: - ZoomBrowser EX (PC) - ImageBrowser (Mac) - PhotoStitch - CameraWindows - MovieEdit Warranty Card
Optional Accessories AC Adaptor Kit ACK-800 (contains CA-PS800) NiMH AA Batteries NB4-300 Battery Charger Kit CBK4-300 Metallic Neck Strap High-Power Flash HF-DC1 Canon Compact Photo printers and Bubble Jet Direct printers Leather case PSCS2
My Colours Image Recording Format Still image Colour Space / Compression Levels Movies Microphone/Speaker Recording Pixels Still Images and Capacity on a 4GB card at Fine Image Setting Movie Frame Rate and Capacity on a 4GB card Other Operations Playback Operations
Connect, Select Print Connect your PowerShot digital camera to a compatible PIXMA or SELPHY photo printer and print stunning photos at home with the press of a button.
PictBridge Interface Supported Operating Systems Computer I/F Video Output Audio Output Memory Storage Menu Languages

Disclaimers

1. 2. If no face is detected, AiAF (5 points is used) Facial brightness is also evaluated in Face Detect AiAF Fixed to center The colours of faces are evaluated in AiAF
General Features Battery Shooting Capacity (full charge) Dimensions (W x H x D) Weight (Ex battery)