Canon IXUS 190 User guide
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Canon IXUS 190 is a user-friendly camera that is perfect for capturing life's special moments. It is equipped with a variety of features that make taking great photos and videos easy. Some of the key features include:
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Before Use Basic Guide Advanced Guide Camera Basics Auto Mode Other Shooting Modes P Mode Camera User Guide Playback Mode Wi-Fi Functions Setting Menu Accessories ENGLISH • Make sure you read this guide, including the “Safety Instructions” (= 6) section, before using the camera. • Reading this guide will help you learn to use the camera properly. • Store this guide safely so that you can use it in the future. • Click the buttons in the lower right to access other pages. : Next page : Previous page : Page before you clicked a link Appendix Index • To jump to the beginning of a chapter, click the chapter title at right. From chapter title pages, you can access topics by clicking their titles. © CANON INC. 2017 CEL-SW9BA210 1 Package Contents Before use, make sure the following items are included in the package. If anything is missing, contact your camera retailer. Camera Battery Pack NB-11L* Battery Charger CB-2LF/CB-2LFE Printed Matter Wrist Strap *Do not peel off the adhesive covering from a battery pack. •A memory card is not included (= 2). Compatible Memory Cards The following memory cards (sold separately) can be used, regardless of capacity. • SD memory cards* Preliminary Notes and Legal Information • Take and review some test shots initially to make sure the images were recorded 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 result in the failure of an image to be recorded or to be recorded in a way that is machine readable. • The user’s unauthorized photographing or recording (video and/or sound) of people or copyrighted materials may invade the privacy of such people and/or may violate others’ legal rights, including copyright and other intellectual property rights, even when such photographing or recording is intended solely for personal use. • For information on camera warranty or Canon Customer Support, please refer to the warranty information provided with your camera User Manual Kit. • Although the screen (monitor) is produced under extremely high‑precision manufacturing conditions and more than 99.99% of the pixels meet design specifications, in rare cases some pixels may be defective or may appear as red or black dots. This does not indicate camera damage or affect recorded images. Before Use Basic Guide Advanced Guide Camera Basics Auto Mode Other Shooting Modes P Mode Playback Mode Wi-Fi Functions Setting Menu Accessories Appendix Index • When the camera is used over an extended period, it may become warm. This does not indicate damage. • SDHC memory cards* • SDXC memory cards* *Cards conforming to SD standards. However, not all memory cards have been verified to work with the camera. 2 Before Use Part Names and Conventions in This Guide Basic Guide Advanced Guide Camera Basics Auto Mode Other Shooting Modes P Mode Microphone Lens Speaker Zoom lever Shooting: [ [ Playback: [ [ (telephoto)] / (wide angle)] (magnify)] / (index)] Shutter button Lamp ON/OFF button Flash (N-Mark)* Tripod socket Memory card/battery cover Strap mount Playback Mode Screen (monitor) Indicator AV OUT (Audio/video output) / DIGITAL terminal [ [ FUNC. (Function) / SET button (Playback)] button [ (Auto)] / [ (Single-image erase)] / Up button [ (Date stamp)] / Left button (Wi-Fi)] button Wi-Fi Functions Movie button [ (Flash)] / Right button [ (Information)] / Down button [ ] button Setting Menu Accessories Appendix Index * Used with NFC features (= 72). • Shooting modes and on-screen icons and text are indicated in brackets. • : Important information you should know • : Notes and tips for expert camera use • =xx: Pages with related information (in this example, “xx” represents a page number) • The tabs shown above titles indicate whether the function is used for still images, movies, or both. Still Images :Indicates that the function is used when shooting or viewing still images. Movies :Indicates that the function is used when shooting or viewing movies. • In this guide, icons are used to represent the corresponding camera buttons on which they appear, or which they resemble. • The following camera buttons and controls are represented by icons. [ ] [ ] Up button on back Left button on back [ ] [ ] Right button Down button on back on back • Instructions in this guide apply to the camera under default settings. • For convenience, all supported memory cards are simply referred to as the “memory card”. 3 Table of Contents Package Contents..........................2 Compatible Memory Cards.............2 Preliminary Notes and Legal Information......................................2 Part Names and Conventions in This Guide...................................3 Table of Contents............................4 Common Camera Operations.........5 Safety Instructions..........................6 Basic Guide....................... 9 Initial Preparations........................10 Trying the Camera Out.................15 Advanced Guide.............. 19 Camera Basics............................19 On/Off...........................................20 Shutter Button...............................21 Shooting Display Options.............21 Using the FUNC. Menu.................22 Using the Menu Screen................23 On-Screen Keyboard....................24 Indicator Display...........................24 Auto Mode...................................25 Shooting with Camera-Determined Settings.........................................26 Common, Convenient Features....30 Image Customization Features.....35 Customizing Camera Operation......................................36 Other Shooting Modes...............37 Specific Scenes............................38 Applying Special Effects...............39 Special Modes for Other Purposes.......................................42 P Mode.........................................44 Shooting in Program AE ([P] Mode).....................................45 Image Brightness (Exposure).......45 Adjusting White Balance...............47 Shooting Range and Focusing.....48 Flash.............................................52 Other Settings...............................53 Playback Mode...........................56 Viewing.........................................57 Browsing and Filtering Images.....58 Image Viewing Options.................60 Protecting Images.........................61 Erasing Images.............................64 Rotating Images............................66 Tagging Images as Favorites........67 Editing Still Images.......................68 Wi-Fi Functions...........................70 Available Wi-Fi Features...............71 Sending Images to a Smartphone...............................71 Saving Images to a Computer......78 Sending Images to a Registered Web Service..................................83 Printing Images Wirelessly from a Connected Printer.........................87 Sending Images to Another Camera.........................................89 Image Sending Options................90 Sending Images Automatically (Image Sync)................................93 Using a Smartphone to View Camera Images and Control the Camera...................................95 Editing or Erasing Wi-Fi Settings.........................................97 Accessories..............................108 System Map................................109 Optional Accessories.................. 110 Using Optional Accessories........ 111 Using the Software..................... 112 Printing Images........................... 115 Appendix...................................123 Troubleshooting..........................124 On-Screen Messages.................127 On-Screen Information...............130 Functions and Menu Tables........132 Handling Precautions..................138 Specifications..............................138 Index...........................................142 Before Use Basic Guide Advanced Guide Camera Basics Auto Mode Other Shooting Modes P Mode Playback Mode Wi-Fi Functions Setting Menu Accessories Appendix Index Setting Menu.............................100 Adjusting Basic Camera Functions....................................101 4 Before Use Common Camera Operations zz Focus on faces.......................................................................... 26, 38, 49 zz Without using the flash (Flash Off).................................................. 34, 52 zz Include yourself in the shot (Self-Timer)......................................... 32, 42 zz Add a date stamp.................................................................................. 31 Shoot zz Use camera-determined settings (Auto Mode)..................................... 26 Shooting people well zz View images (Playback Mode).............................................................. 57 zz Automatic playback (Slideshow)........................................................... 60 zz On a TV................................................................................................111 zz On a computer.....................................................................................112 zz Browse through images quickly............................................................ 58 zz Erase images........................................................................................ 64 Portraits (= 38) Matching specific scenes Fireworks (= 38) Low Light (= 38) View Record/View Movies zz Record movies...................................................................................... 26 zz View movies (Playback Mode).............................................................. 57 Applying special effects Print Basic Guide Advanced Guide Camera Basics Auto Mode Other Shooting Modes P Mode Playback Mode Wi-Fi Functions Setting Menu Accessories Appendix Index zz Print pictures........................................................................................115 Vivid Colors (= 39) Poster Effect (= 39) Fish-Eye Effect (= 39) Miniature Effect (= 40) Toy Camera Effect (= 41) Monochrome (= 41) Save zz Save images to a computer.................................................................113 5 Safety Instructions • Be sure to read these instructions in order to operate the product safely. • Follow these instructions to prevent injury or harm to the operator of the product or others. WARNING Denotes the risk of serious injury or death. • Keep the product out of the reach of young children. A strap wrapped around a person’s neck may result in strangulation. The accessory shoe cover is dangerous if swallowed. If swallowed, seek immediate medical assistance. • Use only power sources specified in this instruction manual for use with the product. • Do not disassemble or modify the product. • Do not expose the product to strong shocks or vibration. • Do not touch any exposed internal parts. • Stop using the product in any case of unusual circumstances such as the presence of smoke or a strange smell. • Do not use organic solvents such as alcohol, benzine or paint thinner to clean the product. • Do not get the product wet. Do not insert foreign objects or liquids into the product. • Do not use the product where flammable gases may be present. This may cause electric shock, explosion or fire. • Observe the following instructions when using commercially available batteries or provided battery packs. -Use batteries/battery packs only with their specified product. -Do not heat batteries/battery packs or expose them to fire. -Do not charge batteries/battery packs using non-authorized battery chargers. -Do not expose the terminals to dirt or let them come into contact with metallic pins or other metal objects. -Do not use leaking batteries/battery packs. -When disposing of batteries/battery packs, insulate the terminals with tape or other means. This may cause electric shock, explosion or fire. If a battery/battery pack leaks and the material contacts your skin or clothing, flush the exposed area thoroughly with running water. In case of eye contact, flush thoroughly with copious amounts of clean running water and seek immediate medical assistance. Before Use Basic Guide Advanced Guide Camera Basics Auto Mode Other Shooting Modes P Mode Playback Mode Wi-Fi Functions Setting Menu Accessories Appendix Index • For products featuring a viewfinder, do not look through the viewfinder at strong light sources such as the sun on a bright day or lasers and other strong artificial light sources. This may harm your vision. 6 • Observe the following instructions when using a battery charger. • Observe the following instructions when using a battery charger or AC adapter. -Periodically remove any dust buildup from the power plug and power outlet using a dry cloth. -Do not plug in or unplug the product with wet hands. -Do not use the product if the power plug is not fully inserted into the power outlet. -Do not expose the power plug and terminals to dirt or let them come into contact with metallic pins or other metal objects. -Do not touch the battery charger or AC adapter connected to a power outlet during lightning storms. -Do not place heavy objects on the power cord. Do not damage, break or modify the power cord. -Do not wrap the product in cloth or other materials when in use or shortly after use when the product is still warm in temperature. -Do not leave the product connected to a power source for long periods of time. This may cause electric shock, explosion or fire. • Do not allow the product to maintain contact with the same area of skin for extended periods of time during use. This may result in low-temperature contact burns, including skin redness and blistering, even if the product does not feel hot. The use of a tripod or similar equipment is recommended when using the product in hot places and for people with circulation problems or less sensitive skin. • Follow any indications to turn off the product in places where its use is forbidden. Not doing so may cause other equipment to malfunction due to the effect of electromagnetic waves and even result in accidents. Before Use CAUTION Denotes the risk of injury. • Do not fire the flash near the eyes. It may hurt the eyes. • Strap is intended for use on the body only. Hanging the strap with any product attached on a hook or other object may damage the product. Also, do not shake the product or expose the product to strong impacts. • Do not apply strong pressure on the lens or allow an object to hit it. This may cause injury or damage to the product. • Flash emits high temperatures when fired. Keep fingers, any other part of your body, and objects away from the flash unit while taking pictures. This may cause burns or malfunction of the flash. • Do not leave the product in places exposed to extremely high or low temperatures. The product may become extremely hot/cold and cause burns or injury when touched. Caution Denotes the possibility of property damage. • Do not aim the camera at intense light sources, such as the sun on a clear day or an intense artificial light source. Doing so may damage the image sensor or other internal components. Basic Guide Advanced Guide Camera Basics Auto Mode Other Shooting Modes P Mode Playback Mode Wi-Fi Functions Setting Menu Accessories Appendix Index • When using the camera on a sandy beach or at a windy location, be careful not to allow dust or sand to enter the camera. • Wipe off any dust, grime, or other foreign matter on the flash with a cotton swab or cloth. The heat emitted from the flash may cause foreign matter to smoke or the product to malfunction. 7 • Remove and store the battery pack/batteries when you are not using the product. Any battery leakage that occurs may cause product damage. • Before you discard the battery pack/batteries, cover the terminals with tape or other insulators. Contacting other metal materials may lead to fire or explosions. • Unplug any battery charger used with the product when not in use. Do not cover with a cloth or other objects when in use. Leaving the unit plugged in for a long period of time may cause it to overheat and distort, resulting in fire. • Do not leave any dedicated battery packs near pets. Pets biting the battery pack could cause leakage, overheating, or explosion, resulting in product damage or fire. • If your product uses multiple batteries, do not use batteries that have different levels of charge together, and do not use old and new batteries together. Do not insert the batteries with the + and – terminals reversed. This may cause the product to malfunction. • Do not sit down with the camera in your pant pocket. Doing so may cause malfunctions or damage the screen. • When putting the camera in your bag, ensure that hard objects do not come into contact with the screen. Also close the screen (so that it faces the body), if your product’s screen closes. • Do not attach any hard objects to the product. Doing so may cause malfunctions or damage the screen. Before Use Basic Guide Advanced Guide Camera Basics Auto Mode Other Shooting Modes P Mode Playback Mode Wi-Fi Functions Setting Menu Accessories Appendix Index 8 Before Use Basic Guide Basic Guide Advanced Guide Camera Basics Auto Mode Basic information and instructions, from initial preparations to shooting and playback Other Shooting Modes P Mode Playback Mode Wi-Fi Functions Initial Preparations............................................ 10 Trying the Camera Out...................................... 15 Attaching the Strap................................................. 10 Holding the Camera............................................... 10 Charging the Battery Pack..................................... 10 Inserting the Battery Pack and Memory Card........ 11 Setting the Date and Time...................................... 12 Display Language.................................................. 14 Shooting................................................................. 15 Viewing................................................................... 17 Setting Menu Accessories Appendix Index 9 Initial Preparations Prepare for shooting as follows. Attaching the Strap Charging the Battery Pack Before use, charge the battery pack with the included charger. Be sure to charge the battery pack initially, because the camera is not sold with the battery pack charged. 1 Insert the battery pack. zz Thread the end of the strap through the strap mount ( ), and then pull the other end of the strap through the loop on the threaded end ( ). zz After aligning the marks on the battery pack and charger, insert the battery pack by pushing it in ( ) and down ( ). 2 Charge the battery pack. zz CB-2LF: Flip out the plug ( ) and plug Holding the Camera CB-2LF zz Place the strap around your wrist. zz When shooting, keep your arms close to your body and hold the camera securely to prevent it from moving. Do not rest your fingers on the flash. CB-2LFE the charger into a power outlet ( ). zz CB-2LFE: Plug the power cord into the charger, then plug the other end into a power outlet. zz The charging lamp turns orange, and charging begins. zz When charging is finished, the lamp turns green. Before Use Basic Guide Advanced Guide Camera Basics Auto Mode Other Shooting Modes P Mode Playback Mode Wi-Fi Functions Setting Menu Accessories Appendix Index 3 Remove the battery pack. zz After unplugging the battery charger, remove the battery pack by pushing it in ( ) and up ( ). 10 2 Insert the battery pack. • To protect the battery pack and keep it in optimal condition, do not charge it continuously for more than 24 hours. • For battery chargers that use a power cord, do not attach the charger or cord to other objects. Doing so could result in malfunction or damage to the product. • For details on charging time and the number of shots and recording time possible with a fully charged battery pack, see “Power” (= 140). • Charged battery packs gradually lose their charge, even when they are not used. Charge the battery pack on (or immediately before) the day of use. • The charger can be used in areas with 100 – 240 V AC power (50/60 Hz). For power outlets in a different format, use a commercially available adapter for the plug. Never use an electrical transformer designed for traveling, which may damage the battery pack. zz While pressing the battery lock in the direction of the arrow, insert the battery pack as shown and push it in until it clicks into the locked position. Advanced Guide Camera Basics Other Shooting Modes Terminals P Mode Battery Lock 3 Check your card’s write-protect switch and insert the memory card. zz Recording is not possible on memory Insert the included battery pack and a memory card (sold separately). Note that before using a memory card that is new or has been formatted in another device, you should format the memory card with this camera (= 104). zz Slide the cover ( ) and open it ( ). Basic Guide Auto Mode Inserting the Battery Pack and Memory Card 1 Open the cover. Before Use Label cards with a write-protect switch when the switch is in the locked position. Slide the switch to the unlocked position. zz Insert the memory card facing as shown until it clicks into the locked position. zz Make sure the memory card is facing the right way when you insert it. Inserting memory cards facing the wrong way may damage the camera. Playback Mode Wi-Fi Functions Setting Menu Accessories Appendix Index 4 Close the cover. zz Lower the cover ( ) and hold it down as you slide it, until it clicks into the closed position ( ). zz If the cover will not close, make sure you inserted the battery pack facing the right way in step 2. 11 • For guidelines on how many shots or hours of recording can be saved on one memory card, see “Recording” (= 139). Removing the Battery Pack and Memory Card Remove the battery pack. zz Open the cover and press the battery lock in the direction of the arrow. zz The battery pack will pop up. Setting the Date and Time Set the current date and time correctly as follows if the [Date/Time] screen is displayed when you turn the camera on. Information you specify this way is recorded in image properties when you shoot, and it is used when you manage images by shooting date or print images showing the date. You can also add a date stamp to shots, if you wish (= 31). 1 Turn the camera on. zz Press the ON/OFF button. zz The [Date/Time] screen is displayed. Before Use Basic Guide Advanced Guide Camera Basics Auto Mode Other Shooting Modes P Mode Playback Mode Remove the memory card. 2 Set the date and time. zz Push the memory card in until it clicks, zz Press the [ ][ ] buttons to choose an zz The memory card will pop up. zz Press the [ ][ ] buttons to specify the and then slowly release it. item. date and time. zz When finished, press the [ ] button. Wi-Fi Functions Setting Menu Accessories Appendix Index 12 3 Specify your home time zone. zz Press the [ ][ ] buttons to choose your home time zone. 4 Finish the setup process. zz Press the [ ] button to complete the setting. The setting screen is no longer displayed. zz To turn off the camera, press the ON/OFF button. Before Use Changing the Date and Time Basic Guide Adjust the date and time as follows. 1 Enter Playback mode. zz Press the [ ] button. Advanced Guide Camera Basics Auto Mode 2 Access the menu screen. zz Press the [ ] button. Other Shooting Modes P Mode Playback Mode • Unless you set the date, time, and home time zone, the [Date/Time] screen will be displayed each time you turn the camera on. Specify the correct information. • To set daylight saving time (1 hour ahead), choose [ choose [ ] by pressing the [ ][ ] buttons. ] in step 2 and then 3 Choose [Date/Time]. zz Move the zoom lever to choose the [ ] tab. zz Press the [ ][ ] buttons to choose [Date/Time], and then press the [ ] button. Wi-Fi Functions Setting Menu Accessories Appendix Index 13 4 Change the date and time. zz Follow step 2 in “Setting the Date and Time” (= 12) to adjust the settings. zz Press the [ ] button to close the menu screen. • Date/time settings can be retained for about 3 weeks by the camera’s built-in date/time battery (backup battery) after the battery pack is removed. • The date/time battery will be charged in about 4 hours once you insert a charged battery pack, even if the camera is left off. • Once the date/time battery is depleted, the [Date/Time] screen will be displayed when you turn the camera on. Set the correct date and time as described in “Setting the Date and Time” (= 12). Before Use Display Language Basic Guide Change the display language as needed. Advanced Guide 1 Enter Playback mode. zz Press the [ Camera Basics ] button. Auto Mode 2 Access the setting screen. zz Press and hold the [ ] button, and then press the [ ] button. P Mode Playback Mode Wi-Fi Functions 3 Set the display language. zz Press the [ ][ ][ ][ ] buttons to choose a language, and then press the [ ] button. zz Once the display language has been set, the setting screen is no longer displayed. • You can also change the display language by pressing the [ ] on the [ ] tab. and choosing [Language Other Shooting Modes Setting Menu Accessories Appendix Index ] button 14 Trying the Camera Out Still Images Movies Try out the camera by turning it on, shooting some still images or movies, and viewing them. Shooting For fully automatic selection of the optimal settings for specific scenes, simply let the camera determine the subject and shooting conditions. Note that initially, the FUNC./SET button and some others are disabled to prevent mistakes as you learn how to use the camera (Easy Auto). 4Shoot. Shooting Still Images Focus. zz Press the shutter button lightly, halfway down. The camera beeps twice after focusing, and AF frames are displayed to indicate image areas in focus. 2 Aim the camera at the subject. zz Aim the camera at the subject. The camera will make a slight clicking noise as it determines the scene. zz Icons representing the scene and image stabilization mode are displayed in the upper right of the screen. zz Frames displayed around any detected subjects indicate that they are in focus. Basic Guide Advanced Guide Camera Basics Auto Mode Other Shooting Modes P Mode Playback Mode 1 Turn the camera on. zz Press the ON/OFF button. zz The startup screen is displayed. Before Use Shoot. zz Press the shutter button all the way down. zz As the camera shoots, a shutter sound is played, and in low-light conditions, the flash fires automatically. zz Keep the camera still until the shutter sound ends. zz After displaying your shot, the camera will revert to the shooting screen. Wi-Fi Functions Setting Menu Accessories Appendix Index 3 Compose the shot. zz To zoom in and enlarge the subject, move the zoom lever toward [ ] (telephoto), and to zoom away from the subject, move it toward [ ] (wide angle). 15 Recording Movies Start recording. zz Press the movie button. The camera Shooting Time beeps once as recording begins, and [ Rec] is displayed with the elapsed time. zz Black bars are displayed on the top and bottom edges of the screen, and the subject is slightly enlarged. The black bars indicate image areas not recorded. zz Frames displayed around any detected faces indicate that they are in focus. zz Once recording begins, take your finger off the movie button. Finish recording. zz Press the movie button again to stop recording. The camera beeps twice as recording stops. Before Use Disabling Easy Auto Once you are finished using Easy Auto, you can try configuring common, convenient features (= 30), as by pressing the FUNC./SET button. zz Press and hold the [ ] button. zz Press the [ ][ ] buttons to choose [Yes], and then press the [ ] button. zz You can return to Easy Auto mode by pressing and holding the [ ] button to display the setting screen and then choosing [Yes]. Basic Guide Advanced Guide Camera Basics Auto Mode Other Shooting Modes P Mode Playback Mode Wi-Fi Functions Setting Menu Accessories Appendix Index 16 3 Play movies. Viewing After shooting images or movies, you can view them on the screen as follows. 1 Enter Playback mode. zz Press the [ ] button. zz Your last shot is displayed. 2 Choose images. zz To view the previous image, press the [ ] button. To view the next image, press the [ ] button. zz Press and hold the [ ][ ] buttons to browse through images quickly. zz Press the [ ] button, press the [ ][ ] buttons to choose [ ], and then press the [ ] button again. zz Playback now begins, and after the movie ] is displayed. is finished, [ zz To adjust the volume, press the [ ][ ] buttons during playback. • To switch to Shooting mode from Playback mode, press the shutter button halfway. Before Use Basic Guide Advanced Guide Camera Basics Auto Mode Other Shooting Modes P Mode Playback Mode Wi-Fi Functions Setting Menu Accessories Appendix Index zz Movies are identified by a [ To play movies, go to step 3. ] icon. 17 Before Use Erasing Images You can choose and erase unneeded images one by one. Be careful when erasing images, because they cannot be recovered. 1 Choose an image to erase. zz Press the [ ][ ] buttons to choose an image. 2 Erase the image. zz Press the [ ] button. zz After [Erase?] is displayed, press the [ ][ ] buttons to choose [Erase], and then press the [ ] button. zz The current image is now erased. zz To cancel erasure, press the [ ][ ] buttons to choose [Cancel], and then press the [ ] button. Basic Guide Advanced Guide Camera Basics Auto Mode Other Shooting Modes P Mode Playback Mode Wi-Fi Functions Setting Menu Accessories Appendix • You can choose multiple images to erase at once (= 64). Index 18 Before Use Advanced Guide Basic Guide Advanced Guide Camera Basics Other basic operations and more ways to enjoy your camera, including shooting and playback options Camera Basics Auto Mode Other Shooting Modes P Mode Playback Mode Wi-Fi Functions On/Off................................................................. 20 Power-Saving Features (Auto Power Down)......... 20 Shutter Button................................................... 21 Shooting Display Options................................ 21 Using the FUNC. Menu..................................... 22 Using the Menu Screen.................................... 23 On-Screen Keyboard........................................ 24 Indicator Display............................................... 24 Setting Menu Accessories Appendix Index 19 On/Off Power-Saving Features (Auto Power Down) Shooting Mode zz Press the ON/OFF button to turn the camera on and prepare for shooting. zz To turn the camera off, press the ON/OFF button again. Playback Mode zz Press the [ ] button to turn the camera on and view your shots. zz To turn the camera off, press the [ ] button again. • To switch to Playback mode from Shooting mode, press the [ ] button. • To switch to Shooting mode from Playback mode, press the shutter button halfway (= 21). • The lens will be retracted after about one minute once the camera is in Playback mode. You can turn the camera off when the lens is retracted by pressing the [ ] button. As a way to conserve battery power, the camera automatically deactivates the screen (Display Off) and then turns itself off after a specific period of inactivity. Power Saving in Shooting Mode The screen is automatically deactivated after about one minute of inactivity. In about two more minutes, the lens is retracted and the camera turns itself off. To activate the screen and prepare for shooting when the screen is off but the lens is still out, press the shutter button halfway (= 21). Power Saving in Playback Mode The camera turns itself off automatically after about five minutes of inactivity. • You can deactivate Auto Power Down and adjust the timing of Display Off, if you prefer (= 103). • Power saving is not active while the camera is connected to a computer (= 113). Before Use Basic Guide Advanced Guide Camera Basics Auto Mode Other Shooting Modes P Mode Playback Mode Wi-Fi Functions Setting Menu Accessories Appendix Index 20 Shutter Button Shooting Display Options To ensure your shots are in focus, always begin by holding the shutter button halfway down, and once the subject is in focus, press the button all the way down to shoot. In this guide, shutter button operations are described as pressing the button halfway or all the way down. Press the [ ] button to view other information on the screen, or to hide the information. For details on the information displayed, see “On-Screen Information” (= 130). 2 Press all the way down. (From the halfway position, press fully to shoot.) zz The camera shoots, as a shutter sound is played. zz Keep the camera still until the shutter sound ends. Advanced Guide Camera Basics Other Shooting Modes focus.) camera beeps twice, and frames are displayed around image areas in focus. Basic Guide Auto Mode 1 Press halfway. (Press lightly to zz Press the shutter button halfway. The Before Use Information is displayed No information is displayed • If the display mode does not change when you press the [ ] button, hold down the [ ] button to disable Easy Auto (= 16). • Screen brightness is automatically increased by the night view function when you are shooting under low light, making it easier to check how shots are composed. However, on-screen image brightness may not match the brightness of your shots. Note that any on-screen image distortion or jerky subject motion will not affect recorded images. • For playback display options, see “Switching Display Modes” (= 58). P Mode Playback Mode Wi-Fi Functions Setting Menu Accessories Appendix Index • Images may be out of focus if you shoot without initially pressing the shutter button halfway. • Length of shutter sound playback varies depending on the time required for the shot. It may take longer in some shooting scenes, and images will be blurry if you move the camera (or the subject moves) before the shutter sound ends. 21 Using the FUNC. Menu Configure commonly used functions through the FUNC. menu as follows. Note that menu items and options vary depending on the shooting mode (= 133 – 134) or playback mode (= 137). 1 Access the FUNC. menu. zz Press the [ ] button. 4 Confirm your choice and exit. zz Press the [ ] button. zz The screen before you pressed the [ ] button in step 1 is displayed again, showing the option you configured. • To undo any accidental setting changes, you can restore the camera’s default settings (= 107). Before Use Basic Guide Advanced Guide Camera Basics Auto Mode Other Shooting Modes P Mode 2 Choose a menu item. zz Press the [ ][ ] buttons to choose a Options Menu Items menu item, and then press the [ ] or [ ] button. zz Depending on the menu item, functions can be specified simply by pressing the [ ] or [ ] button, or another screen is displayed for configuring the function. Playback Mode Wi-Fi Functions Setting Menu Accessories Appendix Index 3 Choose an option. zz Press the [ ][ ] buttons to choose an option. zz Items labeled with a [ ] icon can ] be configured by pressing the [ button. zz To return to the menu items, press the [ ] button. 22 Using the Menu Screen 3 Choose a menu item. Configure a variety of camera functions through the menu screen as follows. Menu items are grouped by purpose on tabs, such as shooting [ ], playback [ ], and so on. Note that available menu items vary depending on the selected shooting or playback mode (= 135 – 137). 1 Access the menu screen. zz Press the [ ] button. zz Press the [ ][ ] buttons to choose an item. zz For menu items with options not shown, first press the [ ] or [ ] button to switch screens, and then press the [ ][ ] buttons to select the menu item. zz To return to the previous screen, press ] button. the [ Before Use Basic Guide Advanced Guide Camera Basics Auto Mode Other Shooting Modes P Mode 2 Choose a tab. zz Move the zoom lever to choose a tab. zz After you have pressed the [ ][ ] buttons to choose a tab initially, you can switch between tabs by pressing the [ ][ ] buttons. Playback Mode 4 Choose an option. zz Press the [ ][ ] buttons to choose an option. 5 Confirm your choice and exit. zz Press the [ ] button to return to the screen displayed before you pressed the ] button in step 1. [ Wi-Fi Functions Setting Menu Accessories Appendix Index • To undo any accidental setting changes, you can restore the camera’s default settings (= 107). 23 On-Screen Keyboard Indicator Display Use the on-screen keyboard to enter information for Wi-Fi connections (= 70). Note that the length and type of information you can enter varies depending on the function you are using. Entering Characters zz Press the [ ][ ][ ][ ] buttons to choose a character, and then press the [ button to enter it. Moving the Cursor zz Choose [ button. ] or [ ] ] and press the [ ] Deleting Characters zz Choose [ ] and press the [ ] button. The previous character will be deleted. Confirming Input and Returning to the Previous Screen zz Press the [ ] button. The indicator on the back of the camera (= 3) blinks in green at these times. - Connected to a computer (= 113) - Display off (= 20, 102, 103) - Starting up, recording, or reading - Communicating with other devices - Shooting long exposures (= 43) - Connecting/transmitting via Wi-Fi • When the indicator blinks green, do not turn the camera off, open the memory card/battery cover, or shake or hit the camera, which may corrupt images or damage the camera or memory card. Before Use Basic Guide Advanced Guide Camera Basics Auto Mode Other Shooting Modes P Mode Playback Mode Wi-Fi Functions Setting Menu Accessories Appendix Index 24 Before Use Basic Guide Auto Mode Advanced Guide Camera Basics Convenient mode for easy shots with greater control over shooting Auto Mode Other Shooting Modes P Mode Playback Mode Wi-Fi Functions Shooting with Camera-Determined Settings............................................................. 26 Shooting in Auto Mode........................................... 26 Disabling Easy Auto............................................... 27 Scene Icons........................................................... 29 Image Stabilization Icons....................................... 29 On-Screen Frames................................................. 30 Common, Convenient Features....................... 30 Image Customization Features........................ 35 Zooming In Closer on Subjects (Digital Zoom)...... 30 Adding a Date Stamp............................................. 31 Using the Self-Timer.............................................. 32 Deactivating the Flash............................................ 34 Continuous Shooting.............................................. 34 Changing the Number of Recording Pixels (Image Size)........................................................... 35 Changing Movie Image Quality.............................. 35 Customizing Camera Operation...................... 36 Deactivating the Lamp........................................... 36 Startup with Easy Auto Disabled............................ 36 Setting Menu Accessories Appendix Index 25 Shooting with Camera-Determined Settings For fully automatic selection of the optimal settings for specific scenes, simply let the camera determine the subject and shooting conditions. Note that initially, the FUNC./SET button and some others are disabled to prevent mistakes as you learn how to use the camera (Easy Auto). Still Images 3 Compose the shot. zz To zoom in and enlarge the subject, move Zoom Bar the zoom lever toward [ ] (telephoto), and to zoom away from the subject, move it toward [ ] (wide angle). (A zoom bar showing the zoom position is displayed.) Shooting in Auto Mode zz Press the ON/OFF button. zz The startup screen is displayed. 2 Aim the camera at the subject. zz Aim the camera at the subject. The camera will make a slight clicking noise as it determines the scene. zz Icons representing the scene and image stabilization mode are displayed in the upper right of the screen (= 29, 29). zz Frames displayed around any detected subjects indicate that they are in focus. Basic Guide Advanced Guide Camera Basics Auto Mode Other Shooting Modes Movies 1 Turn the camera on. Before Use P Mode 4Shoot. Shooting Still Images Focus. zz Press the shutter button halfway. The camera beeps twice after focusing, and AF frames are displayed to indicate image areas in focus. zz Several AF frames are displayed when multiple areas are in focus. Playback Mode Wi-Fi Functions Setting Menu Accessories Appendix Index 26 Before Use Shoot. zz Press the shutter button all the way down. zz As the camera shoots, a shutter sound is played, and in low-light conditions, the flash fires automatically. zz Keep the camera still until the shutter sound ends. zz After displaying your shot, the camera will revert to the shooting screen. Recording Movies Start recording. zz Press the movie button. The camera Shooting Time beeps once as recording begins, and [ Rec] is displayed with the elapsed time. zz Black bars are displayed on the top and bottom edges of the screen, and the subject is slightly enlarged. The black bars indicate image areas not recorded. zz Frames displayed around any detected faces indicate that they are in focus. zz Once recording begins, take your finger off the movie button. esize the subject and R recompose the shot as needed. zz To resize the subject, repeat the operations in step 3 (= 26). However, note that the sound of camera operations will be recorded. Note that movies shot at zoom factors shown in blue will look grainy. zz When you recompose shots, the focus, brightness, and colors will be automatically adjusted. Advanced Guide Camera Basics Auto Mode Other Shooting Modes P Mode Playback Mode Finish recording. zz Press the movie button again to stop recording. The camera beeps twice as recording stops. zz Recording will stop automatically when the memory card becomes full. Wi-Fi Functions Setting Menu Accessories Appendix Disabling Easy Auto zz Press and hold the [ ] button. zz Press the [ ][ ] buttons to choose [Yes], and then press the [ Basic Guide Index ] button. 27 Before Use Still Images/Movies • If the camera makes no operating sounds, it may have been turned on while holding down the [ ] button. To activate sounds, press the [ ] button, choose [Mute] on the [ ] tab, and then press the [ ][ ] buttons to choose [Off]. Still Images • A blinking [ ] icon warns that images are more likely to be blurred by camera shake. In this case, mount the camera on a tripod or take other measures to keep it still. • If your shots are dark despite the flash firing, move closer to the subject. For details on the flash range, see “Flash” (= 139). • The subject may be too close if the camera only beeps once when you press the shutter button halfway. For details on the range of focus (shooting range), see “Lens” (= 138). • To reduce red-eye and to assist in focusing, the lamp may be lit when shooting in low-light conditions. • A blinking [ ] icon displayed when you attempt to shoot indicates that shooting is not possible until the flash has finished recharging. Shooting can resume as soon as the flash is ready, so either press the shutter button all the way down and wait, or release it and press it again. • Although you can shoot again before the shooting screen is displayed, your previous shot may determine the focus, brightness, and colors used. Movies Basic Guide Microphone • Keep your fingers away from the microphone while recording movies. Blocking the microphone may prevent audio from being recorded or may cause the recording to sound muffled. • Avoid touching camera controls other than the movie button when recording movies, because sounds made by the camera will be recorded. • Once movie recording begins, the image display area changes and subjects are enlarged to allow for correction of significant camera shake. To shoot subjects at the same size shown before shooting, adjust the image stabilization setting (= 55). • Audio recording is monaural. Advanced Guide Camera Basics Auto Mode Other Shooting Modes P Mode Playback Mode Wi-Fi Functions Setting Menu Accessories Appendix Index • You can change how long images are displayed after shots (= 53). 28 Still Images Movies Scene Icons People Icon In At Close Background Color Motion*1 Range Bright Backlit Gray – With Blue Sky Light Blue Backlit – Sunsets – – Orange Spotlights Dark Dark Blue Tripod Used *2 Optimal image stabilization for the shooting conditions is automatically applied (Intelligent IS). Additionally, the following icons are displayed in [ ] mode. Other Subjects In Shadows Motion*1 on Face*1 Background Movies Image Stabilization Icons In [ ] mode, shooting scenes determined by the camera are indicated by the icon displayed, and corresponding settings are automatically selected for optimal focusing, subject brightness, and color. Subject Still Images – *2 – *1Not displayed for movies. *2Displayed in dark scenes when the camera is held still, as when mounted on a tripod. • Try shooting in [ ] mode (= 44) if the scene icon does not match actual shooting conditions, or if it is not possible to shoot with your expected effect, color, or brightness. Before Use Basic Guide Advanced Guide Camera Basics Image stabilization for still images (Normal) Image stabilization for movies, reducing strong camera shake, as when recording while walking (Dynamic) Auto Mode Image stabilization for still images when panning* (Panning) Image stabilization for slow camera shake, such as when recording movies at telephoto (Powered) P Mode Image stabilization for angular camera shake and shift-shake in macro shots (Hybrid IS). ] is displayed and For movies, [ ] image stabilization is also [ applied. No image stabilization, because the camera is mounted on a tripod or held still by other means. However, during movie recording, ] is displayed, and image [ stabilization to counteract wind or other sources of vibration is used (Tripod IS). Wi-Fi Functions *Displayed when you pan, following moving subjects with the camera. When you follow subjects moving horizontally, image stabilization only counteracts vertical camera shake, and horizontal stabilization stops. Similarly, when you follow subjects moving vertically, image stabilization only counteracts horizontal camera shake. Other Shooting Modes Playback Mode Setting Menu Accessories Appendix Index • To cancel image stabilization, set [IS Mode] to [Off] (= 54). In this case, an IS icon is not displayed. 29 Still Images Movies On-Screen Frames A variety of frames are displayed once the camera detects subjects you are aiming the camera at. • A white frame is displayed around the subject (or person’s face) determined by the camera to be the main subject, and gray frames are displayed around other detected faces. Frames follow moving subjects within a certain range to keep them in focus. However, if the camera detects subject movement, only the white frame will remain on the screen. • When you are pressing the shutter button halfway and the camera detects subject movement, a blue frame is displayed, and the focus and image brightness are constantly adjusted (Servo AF). • Try shooting in [ ] mode (= 44) if no frames are displayed, if frames are not displayed around desired subjects, or if frames are displayed on the background or similar areas. Before Use Common, Convenient Features Still Images Basic Guide Movies Zooming In Closer on Subjects (Digital Zoom) When distant subjects are too far away to enlarge using the optical zoom, use digital zoom for up to about 40x enlargement. 1 Move the zoom lever toward [ ]. zz Hold the lever until zooming stops. zz Zooming stops at the largest zoom factor before the image becomes noticeably grainy, which is then indicated on the screen. Zoom Factor 2 Move the zoom lever toward [ ] again. zz The camera zooms in even closer on the subject. Advanced Guide Camera Basics Auto Mode Other Shooting Modes P Mode Playback Mode Wi-Fi Functions Setting Menu Accessories Appendix Index 30 • Moving the zoom lever will display the zoom bar (which indicates the zoom position). The zoom bar is color-coded to indicate the zoom range. -White range: optical zoom range where the image will not appear grainy. -Yellow range: digital zoom range where the image is not noticeably grainy (ZoomPlus). -Blue range: digital zoom range where the image will appear grainy. Because the blue range will not be available at some recording pixel settings (= 35), the maximum zoom factor can be achieved by following step 1. • Zoomed images may look grainy under some recording pixel settings (= 35) and zoom factors. In this case, the zoom factor is shown in blue. Before Use Still Images Basic Guide Adding a Date Stamp Advanced Guide The camera can add the shooting date to images, in the lower-right corner. However, note that date stamps cannot be edited or removed, so confirm beforehand that the date and time are correct (= 12). Camera Basics Auto Mode 1 Configure the setting. Other Shooting Modes zz Press the [ ] button to choose the desired option. zz Once the setting is complete, [ is displayed. ] or [ P Mode ] Playback Mode Wi-Fi Functions Setting Menu Accessories Appendix 2Shoot. Index zz As you take shots, the camera adds the shooting date or time to the lower-right corner of images. zz To restore the original setting, choose [ in step 1. ] • Date stamps cannot be edited or removed. 31 Before Use • Shots taken without adding a date stamp can be printed with one as follows. However, adding a date stamp this way to images that already have one may cause it to be printed twice. -Print using printer functions (= 116) -Use camera DPOF print settings (= 119) to print -Use the software downloaded from the Canon website (= 112) to print Still Images Movies Using the Self-Timer With the self-timer, you can include yourself in group photos or other timed shots. The camera will shoot about 10 seconds after you press the shutter button. 1 Configure the setting. zz Press the [ ] button, choose [ ] in the menu, and then choose [ ] (= 22). zz Once the setting is complete, [ ] is displayed. Basic Guide Advanced Guide Camera Basics Auto Mode Other Shooting Modes P Mode Playback Mode Wi-Fi Functions Setting Menu Accessories 2Shoot. zz For Still Images: Press the shutter button halfway to focus on the subject, and then press it all the way down. zz For Movies: Press the movie button. Appendix Index 32 zz Once you start the self-timer, the lamp will blink and the camera will play a selftimer sound. zz Two seconds before the shot, the blinking and sound will speed up. (The lamp will remain lit in case the flash fires.) zz To cancel shooting after you have triggered the self-timer, press the ] button. [ zz To restore the original setting, choose [ ] in step 1. Still Images Movies Using the Self-Timer to Avoid Camera Shake This option delays shutter release until about two seconds after you have pressed the shutter button. If the camera is unsteady while you are pressing the shutter button, it will not affect your shot. Still Images Movies Customizing the Self-Timer You can specify the delay (0 – 30 seconds) and number of shots (1 – 10). 1 Choose [ ]. zz Following step 1 in “Using the Self-Timer” (= 32), choose [ ] button. [ ] and press the 2 Configure the setting. zz Press the [ ][ ] buttons to choose [Delay] or [Shots]. zz Press the [ ][ ] buttons to choose a value, and then press the [ ] button. zz Once the setting is complete, [ ] is displayed. zz Follow step 2 in “Using the Self-Timer” (= 32) to shoot. zz Follow step 1 in “Using the Self-Timer” (= 32) and choose [ ]. displayed. (= 32) to shoot. Basic Guide Advanced Guide Camera Basics Auto Mode Other Shooting Modes P Mode Playback Mode Wi-Fi Functions Setting Menu Accessories Appendix Index zz Once the setting is complete, [ ] is zz Follow step 2 in “Using the Self-Timer” Before Use • For movies shot using the self-timer, [Delay] represents the delay before recording begins, but the [Shots] setting has no effect. • When you specify multiple shots, image brightness and white balance are determined by the first shot. More time is required between shots when the flash fires or when you have specified to take many shots. Shooting will stop automatically when the memory card becomes full. • When a delay longer than two seconds is specified, two seconds before the shot, the lamp blinking and self-timer sound will speed up. (The lamp will remain lit in case the flash fires.) 33 Still Images Deactivating the Flash Prepare the camera for shooting without the flash as follows. zz Press the [ ] button several times until [ ] is displayed. zz The flash will no longer be activated. zz To activate the flash, press the [ ] button again. ([ ] is displayed.) The flash will automatically fire in low-light conditions. Still Images Continuous Shooting Hold the shutter button all the way down to shoot continuously. For details on the continuous shooting speed, see “Shooting” (= 139). 1 Configure the setting. zz Press the [ ] button, choose [ ] in the menu, and then choose [ ] (= 22). zz Once the setting is complete, [ ] is displayed. 2Shoot. zz Hold the shutter button all the way down to shoot continuously. Before Use Basic Guide Advanced Guide Camera Basics Auto Mode Other Shooting Modes P Mode Playback Mode Wi-Fi Functions Setting Menu • If a blinking [ ] icon is displayed when you press the shutter button halfway in camera-shake inducing, low-light conditions, mount the camera on a tripod or take other measures to keep it still. • Cannot be used with the self-timer (= 32). • Shooting may stop momentarily or continuous shooting may slow down depending on shooting conditions, camera settings, and the zoom position. • As more shots are taken, shooting may slow down. • Shooting may slow down if the flash fires. Accessories Appendix Index 34 Image Customization Features Movies Changing Movie Image Quality Still Images Changing the Number of Recording Pixels (Image Size) Two image quality settings are available. For guidelines on the total recording time for movies at each level of image quality that will fit on a memory card, see “Recording” (= 139). Choose the image’s number of recording pixels from 5 levels, as follows. For guidelines on how many shots at each recording pixel setting can fit on a memory card, see “Recording” (= 139). zz Press the [ ] button, choose [ ] in the menu, and choose the desired option (= 22). zz The option you configured is now displayed. zz To restore the original setting, repeat this process but choose [ ]. zz Press the [ ] button, choose [ ] in the menu, and choose the desired option (= 22). zz The option you configured is now displayed. zz To restore the original setting, repeat this process but choose [ ]. A2 (16.5 x 23.4 in.) A3 – A5 (11.7 x 16.5 – 5.8 x 8.3 in.) 5 x 7 in. Postcard 3.5 x 5 in. zz [ ]: For e-mailing images. zz [ ]: For images displayed on widescreen Basic Guide Advanced Guide Camera Basics Auto Mode Other Shooting Modes P Mode Playback Mode Wi-Fi Functions Setting Menu Accessories Image Number of Recording Quality Pixels Guidelines for Choosing Recording Pixel Setting Based on Paper Size Before Use Appendix Frame Rate Details 1280 x 720 25 fps For shooting in HD. 640 x 480 30 fps For shooting in standard definition. Index • In [ ] mode, black bars displayed on the top and bottom edges of the screen indicate image areas not recorded. HDTVs or similar display devices, on a 16:9 screen. 35 Customizing Camera Operation Startup with Easy Auto Disabled Customize shooting functions on the [ ] tab of the menu screen as follows. For instructions on menu functions, see “Using the Menu Screen” (= 23). Still Images Deactivating the Lamp You can deactivate the lamp that normally lights up to help you focus in lowlight conditions when you press the shutter button halfway, or that lights up to reduce red-eye when you shoot in low-light conditions with the flash. zz Press the [ ] button, choose [Lamp Setting] on the [ ] tab, and then choose [Off] (= 23). zz To restore the original setting, repeat this process but choose [On]. Easy Auto activation at startup can be disabled. zz Press the [ ] button, choose [Easy Auto start] on the [ ] tab, and then choose [Disable] (= 23). zz To restore the original setting, repeat this process but choose [Enable]. Before Use Basic Guide Advanced Guide Camera Basics Auto Mode Other Shooting Modes P Mode Playback Mode Wi-Fi Functions Setting Menu Accessories Appendix Index 36 Before Use Basic Guide Other Shooting Modes Advanced Guide Camera Basics Shoot more effectively in various scenes, and take shots enhanced with unique image effects or captured using special functions Auto Mode Other Shooting Modes P Mode Playback Mode Wi-Fi Functions Specific Scenes................................................. 38 Applying Special Effects.................................. 39 Shooting with a Fish-Eye Lens Effect (Fish-Eye Effect).................................................... 39 Shots Resembling Miniature Models (Miniature Effect).................................................... 40 Shooting with a Toy Camera Effect (Toy Camera Effect)............................................... 41 Shooting in Monochrome....................................... 41 Special Modes for Other Purposes................. 42 Auto Shooting after Detecting New Person (Face Self-Timer)................................................... 42 Shooting Long Exposures (Long Shutter).............. 43 Setting Menu Accessories Appendix Index 37 Before Use Specific Scenes Still Images Choose a mode matching the shooting scene, and the camera will automatically configure the settings for optimal shots. Movies Shooting Fireworks (Fireworks) zz Vivid shots of fireworks. zz Press the [ ] button several times until 2Shoot. Still Images Movies S hooting Portraits (Portrait) zz Take shots of people with a softening effect. Advanced Guide Camera Basics 1 Choose a shooting mode. [ ] is displayed. zz Press the [ ] button, choose [ ] in the menu, and choose the desired option (= 22). Basic Guide Auto Mode • In [ ] mode, mount the camera on a tripod or take other measures to keep it still and prevent camera shake. • Set [IS Mode] to [Off] when using a tripod or other means to secure the camera (= 54). • If the shooting mode does not change when you press the [ ] button, hold down the [ ] button to disable Easy Auto (= 27). • [ ] mode recording pixel setting is [ ] (2560 x 1920) and cannot be changed. • In [ ] mode, although no frames are displayed when you press the shutter button halfway, optimal focus is still determined. Other Shooting Modes P Mode Playback Mode Wi-Fi Functions Setting Menu Accessories Appendix Index Still Images S hooting under Low Light (Low Light) zz Shoot with minimal camera and subject shake even in low-light conditions. 38 Applying Special Effects Still Images Add a variety of effects to images when shooting. 1 Choose a shooting mode. zz Follow step 1 in “Specific Scenes” (= 38) to choose a shooting mode. 2Shoot. Shooting with a Fish-Eye Lens Effect (Fish‑Eye Effect) Shoot with the distorting effect of a fish-eye lens. Movies Shooting in Vivid Colors (Super Vivid) zz Shots in rich, vivid colors. ]. 2 Choose an effect level. zz Press the [ ] button, press the [ ][ ] buttons to choose an effect level, and then press the [ ] button. zz A preview is shown of how your shot will look with the effect applied. 3Shoot. Still Images Movies Posterized Shots (Poster Effect) zz Shots that resemble an old poster or illustration. Advanced Guide Auto Mode zz Follow step 1 in “Specific Scenes” Still Images Basic Guide Camera Basics 1 Choose [ ]. (= 38) and choose [ Before Use • Try taking some test shots first, to make sure you obtain the desired results. Other Shooting Modes P Mode Playback Mode Wi-Fi Functions Setting Menu Accessories Appendix Index • In [ ] and [ ] modes, try taking some test shots first, to make sure you obtain the desired results. 39 Still Images Movies Shots Resembling Miniature Models (Miniature Effect) Creates the effect of a miniature model, by blurring image areas above and below your selected area. You can also make movies that look like scenes in miniature models by choosing the playback speed before the movie is recorded. People and objects in the scene will move quickly during playback. Note that sound is not recorded. 1 Choose [ ]. zz Follow step 1 in “Specific Scenes” (= 38) and choose [ ]. zz A white frame is displayed, indicating the image area that will not be blurred. 2 Choose the area to keep in focus. zz Press the [ ] button. zz Move the zoom lever to resize the frame, and press the [ ][ ] buttons to move it. Before Use Playback Speed and Estimated Playback Time (for One‑Minute Clips) Speed Playback Time Approx. 12 sec. Basic Guide Advanced Guide Camera Basics Approx. 6 sec. Auto Mode Approx. 3 sec. Other Shooting Modes • The zoom is not available when shooting movies. Be sure to set the zoom before shooting. • Try taking some test shots first, to make sure you obtain the desired results. • To switch the orientation of the frame to vertical, press the [ ][ ] buttons in step 2. To return the frame to horizontal orientation, press the [ ][ ] buttons. • To move the frame when it is in horizontal orientation, press the [ ][ ] buttons, and to move the frame when it is in vertical orientation, press the [ ][ ] buttons. • Holding the camera vertically will change the orientation of the frame. • Movie image quality is [ ] when a still image recording pixel setting of [ ] is selected and [ ] when a still image recording pixel setting of [ ] is selected (= 35). These quality settings cannot be changed. P Mode Playback Mode Wi-Fi Functions Setting Menu Accessories Appendix Index 3 For movies, choose the movie playback speed. zz Press the [ ] button, and then press the [ ][ ] buttons to choose the speed. 4 Return to the shooting screen and shoot. zz Press the [ ] button to return to the shooting screen, and then shoot. 40 Still Images Shooting with a Toy Camera Effect (Toy Camera Effect) Still Images Shooting in Monochrome Shoot images in black and white, sepia, or blue and white. This effect makes images resemble shots from a toy camera by vignetting (darker, blurred image corners) and changing the overall color. 1 Choose [ zz Follow step 1 in “Specific Scenes” (= 38) and choose [ zz Follow step 1 in “Specific Scenes” ]. zz Press the [ ] button, press the [ ][ ] buttons to choose a color tone, and then press the [ ] button. zz A preview is shown of how your shot will look with the effect applied. zz Press the [ ] button, press the [ ][ ] buttons to choose a color tone, and then press the [ ] button. zz A preview is shown of how your shot will look with the effect applied. 3Shoot. Standard Shots resemble toy camera images. Warm Images have a warmer tone than with [Standard]. Cool Images have a cooler tone than with [Standard]. ]. 2 Choose a color tone. 2 Choose a color tone. 3Shoot. B/W Black and white shots. Sepia Sepia tone shots. Blue Blue and white shots. Before Use Basic Guide Advanced Guide Camera Basics 1 Choose [ ]. ]. (= 38) and choose [ Movies Auto Mode Other Shooting Modes P Mode Playback Mode Wi-Fi Functions Setting Menu Accessories Appendix Index • Try taking some test shots first, to make sure you obtain the desired results. 41 Special Modes for Other Purposes Still Images Auto Shooting after Detecting New Person (Face Self-Timer) The camera will shoot about two seconds after detecting that the face of another person (such as the photographer) has entered the shooting area (= 49). This is useful when including yourself in group photos or similar shots. 1 Choose [ ]. zz Follow step 1 in “Specific Scenes” (= 38) and choose [ ]. 2 Compose the shot and press the shutter button halfway. zz Make sure a green frame is displayed around the face you focus on and white frames around other faces. 3 Press the shutter button all the way down. 4 Join the subjects in the Before Use shooting area and look at the camera. Basic Guide lamp blinking and self-timer sound will speed up. (When the flash fires, the lamp will remain lit.) About two seconds later, the camera will shoot. zz To cancel shooting after you have triggered the self-timer, press the ] button. [ Camera Basics zz After the camera detects a new face, the • Even if your face is not detected after you join the others in the shooting area, the camera will shoot about 15 seconds later. • To change the number of shots, press the [ ] button, press the [ ][ ] buttons to choose the number of shots, and then press the [ ] button. Advanced Guide Auto Mode Other Shooting Modes P Mode Playback Mode Wi-Fi Functions Setting Menu Accessories Appendix Index zz The camera now enters shooting standby mode, and [Look straight at camera to start count down] is displayed. zz The lamp blinks and the self-timer sound is played. 42 Still Images Shooting Long Exposures (Long Shutter) Specify a shutter speed of 1 – 15 seconds to shoot long exposures. In this case, mount the camera on a tripod or take other measures to prevent camera shake. 1 Choose [ ]. zz Follow step 1 in “Specific Scenes” (= 38) and choose [ ]. Before Use • If the flash fires, your shot may be overexposed. In this case, set the flash to [ ] and shoot again (= 52). Basic Guide Advanced Guide Camera Basics Auto Mode Other Shooting Modes P Mode Playback Mode 2 Choose the shutter speed. zz Press the [ ] button, choose [ ] in the menu, and choose the desired shutter speed (= 22). 3 Check the exposure. zz Press the shutter button halfway to view the exposure for your selected shutter speed. Wi-Fi Functions Setting Menu Accessories Appendix Index 4Shoot. • On-screen image brightness in step 3, when you pressed the shutter button halfway, may not match the brightness of your shots. • With shutter speeds of 1.3 seconds or slower, there will be a delay before you can shoot again, as the camera processes images to reduce noise. • Set [IS Mode] to [Off] when using a tripod or other means to secure the camera (= 54). 43 Before Use Basic Guide P Mode Advanced Guide Camera Basics More discerning shots, in your preferred shooting style Auto Mode • [ ]: Program AE; AE: Auto Exposure Other Shooting Modes • Before using a function introduced in this chapter in modes other than [ ], make sure the function is available in that mode (= 132 – 136). P Mode • Instructions in this chapter apply to the camera when set to [ ] mode. Playback Mode Wi-Fi Functions Shooting in Program AE ([P] Mode)................ 45 Image Brightness (Exposure).......................... 45 Adjusting Image Brightness (Exposure Compensation)..................................... 45 Changing the Metering Method.............................. 46 Changing the ISO Speed....................................... 46 Correcting Image Brightness (i-Contrast)............... 47 Adjusting White Balance.................................. 47 Shooting Range and Focusing........................ 48 Other Settings................................................... 53 Shooting Close-Ups (Macro).................................. 48 Shooting Distant Subjects (Infinity)........................ 49 Changing the AF Frame Mode............................... 49 Changing the Focus Setting................................... 51 Displaying Grid Lines............................................. 53 Deactivating the Digital Zoom................................ 53 Changing the Image Display Style after Shots....... 53 Changing the IS Mode Settings............................. 54 Flash................................................................... 52 Setting Menu Accessories Appendix Index Changing the Flash Mode...................................... 52 44 Still Images Movies Shooting in Program AE ([P] Mode) You can customize many function settings to suit your preferred shooting style. 1 Enter [ ] mode. zz Follow step 1 in “Specific Scenes” (= 38) and choose [ ]. 2 Customize the settings as desired (= 45 – 55), and then shoot. • If the optimum exposure cannot be obtained when you press the shutter button halfway, the shutter speed and aperture value are displayed in orange. In this case, try adjusting the ISO speed (= 46) or activating the flash (if subjects are dark, = 52), which may enable optimum exposure. • Movies can be recorded in [ ] mode as well, by pressing the movie button. However, some FUNC. (= 22) and MENU (= 23) settings may be automatically adjusted for movie recording. • For details on the shooting range in [ ] mode, see “Lens” (= 138). Before Use Image Brightness (Exposure) Still Images Basic Guide Movies Adjusting Image Brightness (Exposure Compensation) The standard exposure set by the camera can be adjusted in 1/3-stop increments, in a range of –2 to +2. zz Press the [ ] button and choose [ ] in the menu. As you watch the screen, press the [ ][ ] buttons to adjust brightness (= 22). zz When shooting movies, shoot with the exposure compensation bar displayed. zz When shooting still images, press the [ ] button to display the set exposure compensation amount, and then shoot. • You can also shoot still images with exposure compensation bar displayed. ] is displayed, and the exposure is locked. • While recording a movie, [ Advanced Guide Camera Basics Auto Mode Other Shooting Modes P Mode Playback Mode Wi-Fi Functions Setting Menu Accessories Appendix Index 45 Still Images Changing the Metering Method Adjust the metering method (how brightness is measured) to suit shooting conditions as follows. zz Press the [ ] button, choose [ ] in the menu, and choose the desired option (= 2 2). zz The option you configured is now displayed. Evaluative For typical shooting conditions, including backlit shots. Automatically adjusts exposure to match the shooting conditions. Determines the average brightness of light across the entire Center image area, calculated by treating brightness in the central area Weighted Avg. as more important. Spot ] (Spot AE Point frame), Metering restricted to within the [ displayed in the center of the screen. Still Images Changing the ISO Speed Set the ISO speed to [AUTO] for automatic adjustment to suit the shooting mode and conditions. Otherwise, set a higher ISO speed for higher sensitivity, or a lower value for lower sensitivity. zz Press the [ ] button, choose [ ] in the menu, and choose the desired option (= 22). zz The option you configured is now displayed. Before Use Basic Guide Advanced Guide Camera Basics Auto Mode Other Shooting Modes P Mode Playback Mode Wi-Fi Functions • To view the automatically determined ISO speed when you have set the ISO speed to [AUTO], press the shutter button halfway. • Although choosing a lower ISO speed may reduce image graininess, there may be a greater risk of subject and camera shake in some shooting conditions. • Choosing a higher ISO speed will increase shutter speed, which may reduce subject and camera shake and increase the flash range. However, shots may look grainy. Setting Menu Accessories Appendix Index 46 Still Images Correcting Image Brightness (i-Contrast) Before shooting, excessively bright or dark image areas (such as faces or backgrounds) can be detected and automatically adjusted to the optimal brightness. Insufficient overall image contrast can also be automatically corrected before shooting to make subjects stand out better. Still Images Adjusting White Balance Movies By adjusting white balance (WB), you can make image colors look more natural for the scene you are shooting. zz Press the [ ] button, choose [ ] in the menu, and choose the desired option (= 22). zz The option you configured is now displayed. zz Press the [ ] button, choose [i-Contrast] on the [ ] tab, and then choose [Auto] (= 23). zz Once the setting is complete, [ ] is displayed. Before Use Basic Guide Advanced Guide Camera Basics Auto Mode Other Shooting Modes P Mode Playback Mode Auto Automatically sets the optimal white balance for the shooting conditions. Wi-Fi Functions • Under some shooting conditions, correction may be inaccurate or may cause images to appear grainy. Day Light For shooting outdoors in fair weather. Setting Menu Cloudy For shooting in cloudy conditions, in the shade, or at twilight. Tungsten For shooting under ordinary incandescent (tungsten) lighting and similarly colored fluorescent lighting. Accessories • You can also correct existing images (= 68). Fluorescent For shooting under warm-white (or similarly colored) or coolwhite fluorescent lighting. Appendix Index For shooting under daylight fluorescent and similarly colored Fluorescent H fluorescent lighting. Custom For manually setting a custom white balance (= 48). 47 Still Images Movies Custom White Balance For image colors that look natural under the light in your shot, adjust white balance to suit the light source where you are shooting. Set the white balance under the same light source that will illuminate your shot. zz Follow the steps in “Adjusting White Balance” (= 47) to choose [ ]. zz Aim the camera at a plain white subject, so that the entire screen is white. ] button. Press the [ zz The tint of the screen changes once the white balance data has been recorded. • Colors may look unnatural if you change camera settings after recording white balance data. Before Use Shooting Range and Focusing Basic Guide Still Images Shooting Close-Ups (Macro) To restrict the focus to subjects at close range, set the camera to [ ]. For details on the range of focus, see “Lens” (= 138). zz Press the [ ] button, choose [ ] in the menu, and then choose [ ] (= 22). zz Once the setting is complete, [ ] is displayed. Advanced Guide Camera Basics Auto Mode Other Shooting Modes P Mode Playback Mode Wi-Fi Functions • If the flash fires, vignetting may occur. • In the yellow bar display area below the zoom bar, [ ] will turn gray and the camera will not focus. • To prevent camera shake, try mounting the camera on a tripod and shooting with the camera set to [ ] (= 33). Setting Menu Accessories Appendix Index 48 Still Images Shooting Distant Subjects (Infinity) To restrict the focus to distant subjects, set the camera to [ on the range of focus, see “Lens” (= 138). Still Images Movies Face AiAF ]. For details zz Press the [ ] button, choose [ ] in the menu, and then choose [ ] (= 22). zz Once the setting is complete, [ ] is displayed. • Detects people’s faces, and then sets the focus, exposure (evaluative metering only), and white balance ([ ] only). • After you aim the camera at the subject, a white frame is displayed around the person’s face determined by the camera to be the main subject, and up to two gray frames are displayed around other detected faces. • When the camera detects movement, frames will follow moving subjects, within a certain range. • After you press the shutter button halfway, up to nine green frames are displayed around faces in focus. Still Images Movies Changing the AF Frame Mode Change the AF (auto focus) frame mode to suit the shooting conditions as follows. zz Press the [ ] button, choose [AF Frame] on the [ ] tab, and then choose the desired option (= 23). • If faces are not detected, or when only gray frames are displayed (without a white frame), up to nine green frames are displayed in the areas in focus when you press the shutter button halfway. • If faces are not detected when Servo AF (= 50) is set to [Enable], the AF frame is displayed in the center of the screen when you press the shutter button halfway. • Examples of faces that cannot be detected: -Subjects that are distant or extremely close -Subjects that are dark or light -Faces in profile, at an angle, or partly hidden • The camera may misinterpret non-human subjects as faces. • No AF frames are displayed if the camera cannot focus when you press the shutter button halfway. Before Use Basic Guide Advanced Guide Camera Basics Auto Mode Other Shooting Modes P Mode Playback Mode Wi-Fi Functions Setting Menu Accessories Appendix Index 49 Still Images Choosing Subjects to Focus On (Tracking AF) Shoot after choosing a subject to focus on as follows. 1 Choose [Tracking AF]. zz Follow the steps in “Changing the AF Frame Mode” (= 49) to choose [Tracking AF]. zz [ ] is displayed in the center of the screen. 2 Choose a subject to focus on. Still Images Center One AF frame is displayed in the center. Effective for reliable focusing. • A yellow AF frame is displayed with [ ] if the camera cannot focus when you press the shutter button halfway. • To compose shots so that subjects are positioned at the edge or in a corner, first aim the camera to capture the subject in an AF frame, and then hold the shutter button halfway down. As you continue to hold the shutter button halfway, recompose the shot as desired, and then press the shutter button all the way down (Focus Lock). zz Aim the camera so that [ ] is on the desired subject. zz Press the shutter button halfway. [ ] changes to a blue [ ], which follows the subject as the camera continues to adjust the focus and exposure (Servo AF) (= 50). 3Shoot. zz Press the shutter button all the way down to shoot. • [Servo AF] (= 50) is set to [Enable] and cannot be changed. • Tracking may not be possible when subjects are too small or move too rapidly, or when subject color or brightness matches that of the background too closely. • [ ] and [ ] are not available. Movies Still Images Shooting with Servo AF This mode helps avoid missing shots of subjects in motion, because the camera continues to focus on the subject and adjust the exposure as long as you press the shutter button halfway. 1 Configure the setting. zz Press the [ ] button, choose [Servo AF] on the [ ] tab, and then choose [Enable] (= 23). Before Use Basic Guide Advanced Guide Camera Basics Auto Mode Other Shooting Modes P Mode Playback Mode Wi-Fi Functions Setting Menu Accessories Appendix Index 2Focus. zz The focus and exposure are maintained where the blue AF frame is displayed while you are pressing the shutter button halfway. 50 • Focusing may not be possible in some shooting conditions. • In low-light conditions, Servo AF may not be activated (AF frames may not turn blue) when you press the shutter button halfway. In this case, the focus and exposure are set according to the specified AF frame mode. • If optimum exposure cannot be obtained, the shutter speed and aperture value are displayed in orange. Release the shutter button, and then press it halfway again. • Not available when using the self-timer (= 32). Still Images Changing the Focus Setting You can change default camera operation of constantly focusing on subjects it is aimed at, even when the shutter button is not pressed. Instead, you can limit camera focusing to the moment you press the shutter button halfway. zz Press the [ ] button, choose [Continuous AF] on the [ ] tab, and then choose [Disable] (= 23). Before Use Basic Guide Advanced Guide Camera Basics Auto Mode Other Shooting Modes P Mode Playback Mode Wi-Fi Functions Enable Helps avoid missing sudden photo opportunities, because the camera constantly focuses on subjects until you press the shutter button halfway. Disable Conserves battery power, because the camera does not focus constantly. Setting Menu Accessories Appendix Index 51 Before Use Flash Still Images Changing the Flash Mode You can change the flash mode to match the shooting scene. For details on the flash range, see “Flash” (= 139). zz Press the [ ] button, press the [ ][ ] buttons to choose a flash mode, and then press the [ ] button. zz The option you configured is now displayed. [ ] Auto Fires automatically in low-light conditions. [ ] On Fires for each shot. • In [ ] mode, mount the camera on a tripod or take other measures to keep it still and prevent camera shake. • In [ ] mode, even after the flash fires, ensure that the main subject does not move until the shutter sound is finished playing. • Set [IS Mode] to [Off] when using a tripod or other means to secure the camera (= 54). [ ] Off For shooting without the flash. • If a blinking [ ] icon is displayed when you press the shutter button halfway in camera-shake inducing, low-light conditions, mount the camera on a tripod or take other measures to keep it still. Basic Guide Advanced Guide Camera Basics Auto Mode Other Shooting Modes P Mode Playback Mode Wi-Fi Functions Setting Menu Accessories Appendix Index [ ] Slow Synchro Fires to illuminate the main subject (such as people) while shooting at a slower shutter speed to illuminate backgrounds out of flash range. 52 Other Settings Still Images Changing the Image Display Style after Shots Still Images Movies Displaying Grid Lines Grid lines can be displayed on the screen for vertical and horizontal reference while shooting. You can change how long images are displayed and what information is displayed immediately after shooting. Changing the Image Display Period after Shots 1 Access the [Review image after shooting] screen. zz Press the [ ] button, choose [Grid Lines] on the [ ] tab, and then choose [On] (= 23). zz Once the setting is complete, grid lines are displayed on the screen. zz Press the [ ] button, choose [Review image after shooting] on the [ ] tab, and then press the [ ] button (= 23). 2 Configure the setting. zz Choose [Display Time], and then choose • Grid lines are not recorded in your shots. the desired option (= 23). Before Use Basic Guide Advanced Guide Camera Basics Auto Mode Other Shooting Modes P Mode Playback Mode Wi-Fi Functions Setting Menu Accessories Still Images Movies Deactivating the Digital Zoom If you prefer not to use the digital zoom (= 30), you can deactivate it as follows. Quick Displays images only until you can shoot again. 2 sec., 4 sec., Displays images for the specified time. Even while the shot is displayed, 8 sec. you can take another shot by pressing the shutter button halfway again. Hold Displays images until you press the shutter button halfway. Off No image display after shots. Appendix Index zz Press the [ ] button, choose [Digital Zoom] on the [ ] tab, and then choose [Off] (= 23). 53 Still Images Changing the Screen Displayed after Shots Changing the IS Mode Settings Change the way images are displayed after shots as follows. 1 Access the setting screen. 1 Set [Display Time] to [2 sec.], zz Press the [ ] button, choose [IS Settings] on the [ ] tab, and then press the [ ] button (= 23). [4 sec.], [8 sec.], or [Hold] (= 53). 2 Configure the setting. 2 Configure the setting. zz Choose [Display Info], and then choose zz Choose [IS Mode], and then choose the the desired option (= 23). Off Displays only the image. Detailed Displays shooting details (= 131). • When [Display Time] (= 53) is set to [Off] or [Quick], [Display Info] is set to [Off] and cannot be changed. • By pressing the [ ] button while an image is displayed after shooting, you can switch the display information. Note that the settings of [Display Info] are not changed. You can also erase images by pressing the [ ] button, or protect images (= 61) by pressing the [ ] button. Movies desired option (= 23). Continuous Optimal image stabilization for the shooting conditions is automatically applied (Intelligent IS) (= 29). Shoot Only* Image stabilization is active only at the moment of shooting. Off Deactivates image stabilization. *The setting is changed to [Continuous] for movie recording. • If image stabilization cannot prevent camera shake, mount the camera on a tripod or take other measures to hold it still. In this case, set [IS Mode] to [Off]. Before Use Basic Guide Advanced Guide Camera Basics Auto Mode Other Shooting Modes P Mode Playback Mode Wi-Fi Functions Setting Menu Accessories Appendix Index 54 Movies Recording Movies with Subjects at the Same Size Shown before Shooting Normally, once movie recording begins, the image display area changes and subjects are enlarged to allow for correction of significant camera shake. To shoot subjects at the same size shown before shooting, you can choose not to reduce significant camera shake. zz Follow the steps in “Changing the IS Mode Settings” (= 54) to access the [IS Settings] screen. zz Choose [Dynamic IS], and then choose [2] (= 23). Before Use Basic Guide Advanced Guide Camera Basics Auto Mode Other Shooting Modes P Mode Playback Mode Wi-Fi Functions Setting Menu • When the movie quality is [ cannot be changed. ] (= 35), Dynamic IS is [1] and • You can also set [IS Mode] to [Off], so that subjects are recorded at the same size shown before shooting. Accessories Appendix Index 55 Before Use Basic Guide Playback Mode Advanced Guide Camera Basics Have fun reviewing your shots, and browse or edit them in many ways • To prepare the camera for these operations, press the [ Auto Mode ] button to enter Playback mode. • It may not be possible to play back or edit images that were renamed or already edited on a computer, or images from other cameras. Other Shooting Modes P Mode Playback Mode Wi-Fi Functions Viewing............................................................... 57 Protecting Images............................................. 61 Switching Display Modes....................................... 58 Using the Menu...................................................... 62 Choosing Images Individually................................ 62 Selecting a Range.................................................. 62 Protecting All Images at Once................................ 63 Browsing and Filtering Images........................ 58 Navigating through Images in an Index................. 58 Finding Images Matching Specified Conditions..... 59 Image Viewing Options..................................... 60 Erasing Images.................................................. 64 Magnifying Images................................................. 60 Viewing Slideshows............................................... 60 Rotating Images................................................ 66 Erasing Multiple Images at Once........................... 64 Tagging Images as Favorites........................... 67 Using the Menu...................................................... 67 Editing Still Images........................................... 68 Resizing Images..................................................... 68 Correcting Image Brightness (i-Contrast)............... 68 Correcting Red-Eye................................................ 69 Setting Menu Accessories Appendix Index Using the Menu...................................................... 66 Deactivating Auto Rotation..................................... 66 56 Viewing Still Images Before Use 3 Play movies. Movies zz To start playback, press the [ ] button, press the [ ][ ] buttons to choose [ and then press the [ ] button again. After shooting images or movies, you can view them on the screen as follows. ], 1 Enter Playback mode. 4 Adjust the volume. zz Press the [ ][ ] buttons to adjust the volume. Camera Basics indicator is no longer displayed, press the [ ][ ] buttons. zz To view the previous image, press the [ ] button. To view the next image, press the [ ] button. zz Press and hold the [ ][ ] buttons to browse through images quickly. ] icon. Volume Indicator 5 Pause playback. zz To pause or resume playback, press the [ ] button. zz After the movie is finished, [ displayed. Other Shooting Modes P Mode zz To adjust the volume when the volume 2 Choose images. To play movies, go to step 3. Advanced Guide Auto Mode zz Press the [ ] button. zz Your last shot is displayed. zz Movies are identified by a [ Basic Guide ] is • To switch to Shooting mode from Playback mode, press the shutter button halfway. • To have the most recent shot displayed when you enter Playback mode, choose MENU (= 23) > [ ] tab > [Resume] > [Last shot]. • To change the transition shown between images, access MENU (= 23) and choose your desired effect on the [ ] tab > [Transition]. Playback Mode Wi-Fi Functions Setting Menu Accessories Appendix Index 57 Still Images Movies Switching Display Modes Press the [ ] button to view other information on the screen, or to hide the information. For details on the information displayed, see “Playback (Detailed Information Display)” (= 131). Before Use Browsing and Filtering Images Still Images Basic Guide Movies Navigating through Images in an Index By displaying multiple images in an index, you can quickly find the images you are looking for. 1 Display images in an index. No Information Display Simple Information Display Detailed Information Display Still Images Movies Overexposure Warning (for Image Highlights) Washed-out highlights in the image flash on the screen in detailed information display (= 58). Still Images Movies Histogram High Low Dark Bright zz Move the zoom lever toward [ ] to display images in an index. Moving the lever again will increase the number of images shown. zz To display fewer images, move the zoom lever toward [ ]. Fewer images are shown each time you move the lever. 2 Choose an image. zz Press the [ ][ ][ ][ ] buttons to choose an image. zz An orange frame is displayed around the selected image. zz Press the [ ] button to view the selected image in single-image display. Advanced Guide Camera Basics Auto Mode Other Shooting Modes P Mode Playback Mode Wi-Fi Functions Setting Menu Accessories Appendix Index zz The graph in detailed information display (= 58) is a histogram showing the distribution of brightness in the image. The horizontal axis represents the degree of brightness, and the vertical axis, how much of the image is at each level of brightness. Viewing the histogram is a way to check exposure. 58 Still Images Movies Finding Images Matching Specified Conditions Find desired images quickly on a memory card full of images by filtering image display according to your specified conditions. You can also protect (= 61) or delete (= 64) these images all at once. Shot Date Displays the images shot on a specific date. Favorites Displays images tagged as favorites (= 67). Still image/Movie Displays only still images or movies. 1 Choose the first condition for image display or navigation. zz Press the [ ] button, choose [ ] in the menu, and choose a condition (= 22). Before Use • When the camera has found no corresponding images for some conditions, those conditions will not be available. • To show or hide information, press the [ ] button in step 3. • Options for viewing the images found (in step 3) include “Navigating through Images in an Index” (= 58), “Magnifying Images” (= 60), and “Viewing Slideshows” (= 60). You can protect, erase, or print all images found or add them to a photobook by choosing [Select All Images in Search] in “Protecting Images” (= 61), “Erasing Multiple Images at Once” (= 64), “Adding Images to the Print List (DPOF)” (= 119), or “Adding Images to a Photobook” (= 121). • If you edit images and save them as new images (= 68 – 69), a message is displayed, and the images that were found are no longer shown. Basic Guide Advanced Guide Camera Basics Auto Mode Other Shooting Modes P Mode Playback Mode Wi-Fi Functions Setting Menu Accessories 2 Choose the second condition for image display or navigation. zz Press the [ ][ ][ ][ ] buttons to choose a condition, and then press the [ button. Appendix Index ] 3 View the filtered images. zz Images matching your conditions are displayed in yellow frames. To view only these images, press the [ ][ ] buttons. zz To cancel filtered display, choose [ ] in step 1. 59 Image Viewing Options Still Images Movies Viewing Slideshows Still Images Magnifying Images 1 Magnify an image. zz Moving the zoom lever toward [ ] will zoom in and magnify the image. You can magnify images up to about 10x by continuing to hold the zoom lever. zz To zoom out, move the zoom lever toward [ ]. You can return to singleimage display by continuing to hold it. Automatically play back images from a memory card as follows. Each image is displayed for about three seconds. zz Press the [ ] button, choose [ ] in the menu, and choose the desired option (= 22). zz The slideshow will start after [Loading image] is displayed for a few seconds. zz Press the [ ] button to stop the slideshow. switch images as needed. Approximate Position of Displayed Area [ ][ ][ ][ ] buttons. zz While [ ] is displayed, you can ] by pressing the [ ] switch to [ button. To switch to other images while zoomed, press the [ ][ ] buttons. Press the [ ] button again to restore the original setting. Basic Guide Advanced Guide Camera Basics Auto Mode Other Shooting Modes P Mode Playback Mode Wi-Fi Functions 2 Move the display position and zz To move the display position, press the Before Use • The camera’s power-saving functions (= 20) are deactivated during slideshows. • To pause or resume slideshows, press the [ ] button. • You can switch to other images during playback by pressing the [ ][ ] buttons. For fast-forward or fast-rewind, hold the [ ][ ] buttons down. • In filtered display (= 59), only images matching search conditions are played. Setting Menu Accessories Appendix Index • You can return to single-image display from magnified display by pressing the ] button. [ 60 Changing Slideshow Settings You can set up slideshows to repeat, and you can change the transitions between images and the display duration of each image. 1 Access the setting screen. zz Press the [ ] button, and then choose [Slideshow] on the [ ] tab (= 23). 2 Configure the settings. zz Choose a menu item to configure, and then choose the desired option (= 23). zz To start the slideshow with your settings, choose [Start] and press the [ ] button. zz To return to the menu screen, press the ] button. [ Protecting Images Still Images Movies Protect important images to prevent accidental erasure (= 64). zz Press the [ ] button, and then choose ] in the menu (= 22). [Protected] [ is displayed. zz To cancel protection, repeat this process ] again, and then press and choose [ the [ ] button. Before Use Basic Guide Advanced Guide Camera Basics Auto Mode Other Shooting Modes P Mode Playback Mode • Protected images on a memory card will be erased if you format the card (= 104). • Protected images cannot be erased using the camera’s erasure function. To erase them this way, first cancel protection. Wi-Fi Functions Setting Menu Accessories Appendix Index 61 Before Use 3 Protect the image. Using the Menu 1 Access the setting screen. zz Press the [ ] button and choose [Protect] on the [ ] tab (= 23). zz Press the [ ] button. A confirmation message is displayed. zz Press the [ ][ ] buttons to choose [OK], and then press the [ ] button. Basic Guide Advanced Guide Camera Basics Auto Mode 2 Choose a selection method. zz Choose a menu item and an option as desired (= 23). zz To return to the menu screen, press the ] button. [ • Images will not be protected if you switch to Shooting mode or turn the camera off before finishing the setup process in step 3. P Mode Selecting a Range Playback Mode 1 Choose [Select Range]. zz Following step 2 in “Using the Menu” (= 62), choose [Select Range] and press the [ ] button. Choosing Images Individually 1 Choose [Select]. Other Shooting Modes 2 Choose a starting image. zz Press the [ ] button. zz Following step 2 in “Using the Menu” Wi-Fi Functions Setting Menu Accessories Appendix Index (= 62), choose [Select] and press the [ ] button. 2 Choo
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Key Features
- 20.0 Megapixel sensor for high-quality images and videos
- 8x optical zoom lens for getting close to the action
- Optical Image Stabilizer for sharp images and videos even when shooting handheld
- Scene Intelligent Auto mode for easy shooting in any situation
- Full HD video recording for capturing life's moments in stunning detail
- Wi-Fi and NFC connectivity for easy sharing of photos and videos
- Compact and lightweight design for easy portability
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Frequently Answers and Questions
How do I turn on the camera?
Press the ON/OFF button on the top of the camera.
How do I take a picture?
Press the shutter button halfway down to focus, and then press it all the way down to take the picture.
How do I zoom in or out?
Use the zoom lever on the front of the camera to zoom in or out.
How do I change the shooting mode?
Press the FUNC. button and use the up/down buttons to select the desired shooting mode.