Canon Pc1057 Users Manual

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Camera User Guide

z Please read the Read This First section (page 5).
z Please also read the Software Starter Guide and the
Direct Print User Guide.

Flowchart and Reference Guides
This Guide

Shooting with the Camera

Software Starter Guide

Installing the Software

This Guide

Connecting the Camera to a Computer

Software Starter Guide

Downloading Images to a Computer

Direct Print User Guide
Printer User Guide

Using the Printer and Printing

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

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Camera Body Temperature
If your camera is used for prolonged periods, the camera body may become
warm. Please be aware of this and take care when operating the camera for
an extended period.

About the LCD Monitor and Viewfinder
The LCD monitor and viewfinder are produced with extremely high-precision
manufacturing techniques. More than 99.99% of the pixels operate to
specification. Less than 0.01% of the pixels may occasionally misfire or
appear as red or black dots. This has no effect on the recorded image and
does not constitute a malfunction.

Video Format
Please set the camera’s video signal format to the one used in your region
before using it with a TV monitor (p. 153).

Language Setting
Please see page 28 to change the language setting.
Please read through the “Read This First” section (p. 5) before using your
camera.

Disclaimer
• While every effort has been made to ensure that the information contained
in this guide is accurate and complete, no liability can be accepted for any
errors or omissions.
• Canon reserves the right to change the specifications of the hardware and
software described herein at any time without prior notice.
• No part of this guide may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in
a retrieval system, or translated into any language in any form, by any
means, without the prior written permission of Canon.
• Canon makes no warranties for damages resulting from corrupted or lost
data due to a mistaken operation or malfunction of the camera, the
software, the CompactFlash™ cards (CF cards), personal computers,
peripheral devices, or use of non-Canon CF cards.

Trademark Acknowledgements
• Canon and PowerShot are trademarks of Canon, Inc.
• CompactFlash is a trademark of SanDisk Corporation.
• iBook and iMac are trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc.
• Macintosh, PowerBook, Power Macintosh and QuickTime are trademarks of
Apple Computer, Inc, registered in the United States and other countries.
• Microsoft, Windows, and Windows NT are either registered trademarks or
trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other
countries.
• Other names and products not mentioned above may be registered
trademarks or trademarks of their respective companies.
Copyright © 2004 Canon Inc. All rights reserved.

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About this Camera User Guide
Symbols Used
: This mark denotes issues that may affect the camera’s
operation.
: This mark denotes additional topics that complement the
basic operating procedures.

Question? Look Here First.
What settings are available under each function?
Will my settings remain in effect even after I’ve turned
the camera off?
Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 202)

What functions are available through the menus?
FUNC. Menu (p. 43)
Rec. Menu (p. 46)
Play Menu (p. 48)
Set up Menu (p. 49)
My Camera Menu (p. 51)

What do the icons listed in the Camera User Guide
mean?
Information Displayed on the LCD Monitor/Viewfinder (p. 35)
Selecting Menus and Settings (p. 43)
The above sections are shaded on the right edges to make them
easy to find.

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Thumb Index
Introduces you to all of the camera components, and
Preparing the
explains how to load batteries and use the shutter button, Camera, Basic
among other basic functions.
Functions

Describes shooting with the camera, from each shooting
mode to using the camera’s various shooting features.

Shooting

Explains how to review recorded images or select
playback settings, how to protect images or erase them,
and how to edit movies.

Playback, Erasing

Explains how to make DPOF print settings, and how to
select images for transferring to e-mail.
Refer to the Direct Print User Guide for printing
instructions.

Print Order,
Transferring

Explains how to transfer images to a computer. Also
explains how to use a TV set for shooting and playing
back images.
You must read this section before connecting your
camera to a computer.

Connecting

Explains how to customize the camera using My Camera
settings and how to set the camera’s start-up image, and My Camera
Settings
start-up, shutter and operation sounds.

Shows the error messages. Also explains how to use the
wireless controller and various separately sold
Appendix
accessories such as the power kit, externally mounted
flash units and conversion lenses.

Table of Contents
: Functions and operations tables. These pages are shaded on
the right edges to make them easy to find.

Read This First . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Components Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Front View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Back/Bottom View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Controls. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Mode Dial . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Main Dial . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Display Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

Preparing the Camera . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Charging the Battery Pack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Installing the Battery Pack/CF card. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Attaching the Neck Strap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
Attaching the Lens Cap. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
Attaching the Lens Hood. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
Attaching the Filter Adapter. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
Setting the Date/Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
Setting the Language . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28

Basic Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Turning the Power On/Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29
Using the LCD Monitor/Viewfinder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32
Checking the information on the LCD Monitor/Viewfinder . . .34
Using the Zoom (Focal Length). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39
Pressing the Shutter Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41
Selecting Menus and Settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43
Resetting the Settings to Default. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52

Shooting – Letting the Camera Select Settings . . . . . . 53
Auto Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53
Reviewing an Image Right after Shooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54
Changing the Resolution and Compression . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57
Changing the File Format . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60
Using the Built-In Flash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .62
Portrait Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .66
Landscape Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .66

Night Scene Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .67
Shooting Panoramic Images (Stitch Assist) . . . . . . . . . .68
Movie Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .71
Macro Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .73
Super Macro Mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .75
Self-Timer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .77
Digital Zoom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .78
Continuous Shooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .79

Shooting – Selecting Particular Effects . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81
Program AE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .81
Setting the Shutter Speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .82
Setting the Aperture . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .85
Manually Setting the Shutter Speed and Aperture . . . . .87
Selecting an AF Frame. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .89
Switching between Light Metering Modes . . . . . . . . . . .90
Adjusting the Exposure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .92
Adjusting the Tone (White Balance). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .93
Changing the Photo Effect . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .96
Shooting in Adobe RGB Color Space . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .98
Changing the ISO Speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .99
Auto Exposure Bracketing (AEB Mode) . . . . . . . . . . . .100
Focus Bracketing (Focus-BKT Mode) . . . . . . . . . . . . .102
Locking the Exposure Setting (AE Lock) . . . . . . . . . . .104
Locking the Flash Exposure Setting (FE Lock) . . . . . .106
Switching between Flash Adjustment Settings. . . . . . .107
Switching the Timing at which the Flash Fires . . . . . . . . . . .109
Shooting Images at Set Intervals (Intervalometer) . . . . . . . .110
Shooting Problem Subjects for the Autofocus. . . . . . . . . . . .112
Switching between Focus Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .116
Saving Custom Settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .116
Using the ND Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .118
Setting the Auto Rotate Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .119
Resetting the File Numbers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .120

Playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122
Displaying Images Individually . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .122
Magnifying Images . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .123
Viewing Nine Images at a Time (Index Playback) . . . .124
JUMP Jumping Between Images . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .125
Viewing Movies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .126

Editing Movies. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .128
Rotating Images in the Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .130
Attaching Sound Memos to Images . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .131
Automated Playback (Slide Show) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .133
Protecting Images . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .137

Erasing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138
Erasing Images Individually . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .138
Formatting a CF Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .139

Print Order . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140
About Printing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .140
Print Settings (DPOF Print Settings) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .142

Image Transmission Settings (DPOF Transfer Order) . . 147
Selecting Images for Transferring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .147

Downloading Images to a Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149
Connecting the Camera to a Computer Via the USB Cable .149
Downloading Directly from a CF Card. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .152

Viewing Images on a TV Set . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153
Customizing the Camera (My Camera Settings) . . . . . 154
Changing My Camera Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .154
Registering the My Camera Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .156

List of Error/Message Codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 159
List of Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 160
Troubleshooting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 162
Appendix. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 168
Using the Wireless Controller . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .168
Using an Externally Mounted Flash (Sold Separately) . . . . .171
Using the Tele-converter (Sold Separately)/Close-up Lens
(Sold Separately) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .177
Using a Compact Power Adapter (Sold Separately) . . . . . . .182
Using a Battery Charger (Sold Separately) and Car Battery
Cable (Sold Separately) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .183
Replacing the Date Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .184
Camera Care and Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .185

Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 186
Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 195
Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode . . . . . . . 202
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Read This First
Please Read
Test Shots
Before you try to photograph important subjects, we highly
recommend that you shoot several trial images to confirm that the
camera is operating and being operated correctly.
Please note that Canon, its subsidiaries and affiliates, and its
distributors are not liable for any consequential damages arising
from any malfunction of a camera or accessory, including
CompactFlash™ cards, that results in the failure of an image to be
recorded or to be recorded in a format that is machine readable.

Warning Against Copyright Infringement
Please note that Canon digital cameras are intended for personal
use and should never be used in a manner that infringes upon or
contravenes international or domestic copyright laws and
regulations. Please be advised that in certain cases the copying of
images from performances, exhibitions, or commercial properties by
means of a camera or other device may contravene copyright or
other legal rights even if the image was recorded for personal use.

Warranty Limitations
This camera’s warranty is only effective in the country of sale. If a
problem arises while the camera is in use abroad, please convey it
back to the country of sale before proceeding with a warranty claim
to a Canon Customer Support Help Desk.
For Canon Customer Support contacts, please see the Canon Limited
Warranty supplied with your camera.

Safety Precautions
z Before using the camera, please ensure that you read and
understand the safety precautions described below. Always
ensure that the camera is operated correctly.
z The safety precautions noted on the following pages are intended
to instruct you in the safe and correct operation of the camera and
its accessories to prevent injuries or damage to yourself, other
persons and equipment.
z In the next few pages, the term “equipment” refers primarily to the
camera, its power supply accessories and a separately sold
compact power adapter.

Warnings
z Do not aim the camera directly into the sun or at other intense
light sources which could damage your eyesight.
z Do not trigger the flash in close proximity to human or animal
eyes. Exposure to the intense light produced by the flash may
damage eyesight. In particular, remain at least one meter
(39 inches) away from infants when using the flash.
z Store this equipment out of the reach of children and infants.
Accidental damage to the camera or batteries by a child could
result in serious injury. In addition, placement of the strap around
the child’s neck could result in asphyxiation.
z Be particularly careful to keep the date battery used in the
camera away from children. Seek medical assistance
immediately if a child swallows a battery.
z Do not attempt to disassemble or alter any part of the
equipment that is not expressly described in this guide.
Disassembly or alteration may result in high voltage electrical
shock. Internal inspections, alterations and repairs should be
conducted by qualified service personnel authorized by your
camera distributor or a Canon Customer Support Help Desk.
z To avoid the risk of high-voltage electrical shock, do not
touch the flash portion of the camera if it has been damaged.
Similarly, never touch internal portions of the equipment that
become exposed as a result of damage. There is a risk of high
voltage electrical shock. Please take the first opportunity to consult
your camera distributor or a Canon Customer Support Help Desk.
z Stop operating the equipment immediately if it emits smoke
or noxious fumes. Failure to do so may result in fire or electrical
shock. Immediately turn the camera’s power off, remove the
camera battery or unplug the power cord from the power outlet.
Confirm that smoke and fume emissions have ceased.
Please consult your camera distributor or the closest Canon
Customer Support Help Desk.
z Stop operating the equipment if it is dropped or the casing is
damaged. Failure to do so may result in fire or electrical shock.
Immediately turn the camera’s power off, remove the camera battery
or unplug the power cord from the power outlet. Please consult your
camera distributor or the closest Canon Customer Support Help Desk.

z Do not allow the equipment to come into contact with, or
become immersed in, water or other liquids. Do not allow
liquids to enter the interior. The camera has not been
waterproofed. If the exterior comes into contact with liquids or salt
air, wipe it dry with a soft, absorbent cloth. In the event that water
or other foreign substances enter the interior, immediately turn the
camera’s power off and remove the camera battery or unplug the
power cord from the power outlet. Continued use of the equipment
may result in fire or electrical shock. Please consult your camera
distributor or the closest Canon Customer Support Help Desk.
z Do not use substances containing alcohol, benzene, thinners
or other flammable substances to clean or maintain the
equipment. The use of these substances may lead to fire.
z Remove the power cord on a regular periodic basis and wipe
away the dust and dirt that collects on the plug, the exterior of
the power outlet and the surrounding area. In dusty, humid or
greasy environments, the dust that collects around the plug over
long periods of time may become saturated with humidity and
short-circuit, leading to fire.
z Do not cut, damage, alter or place heavy items on the power
adapter cord. Any of these actions may cause an electrical short
circuit, which may lead to fire or electrical shock.
z Do not handle the power cord if your hands are wet. Handling
it with wet hands may lead to electrical shock. When unplugging
the cord, ensure that you hold the solid portion of the plug. Pulling
on the flexible portion of the cord may damage or expose the wire
and insulation, creating the potential for fires and electrical shocks.
z Use only the recommended power accessories. Use of power
sources not expressly recommended for this equipment may lead
to overheating, distortion of the equipment, fire, electrical shock or
other hazards.
z Do not place the batteries near a heat source or expose them
to direct flame or heat. Neither should you immerse them in
water. Such exposure may damage the batteries and lead to the
leakage of corrosive liquids, fire, electrical shock, explosion or
serious injury.

z Do not attempt to disassemble, alter or apply heat to the
batteries. There is serious risk of injury due to an explosion.
Immediately flush with water any area of the body, including the
eyes and mouth, or clothing, that comes into contact with the inner
contents of a battery. If the eyes or mouth contact these
substances, immediately flush with water and seek medical
assistance.
z Avoid dropping or subjecting the batteries to severe impacts
that could damage the casings. It could lead to leakage and
injury.
z Do not short-circuit the battery terminals with metallic
objects, such as key holders. It could lead to overheating, burns
and other injuries. Use the supplied terminal cover to transport or
store the battery pack.
z Before you discard a battery, cover the terminals with tape or
other insulators to prevent direct contact with other objects.
Contact with the metallic components of other materials in waste
containers may lead to fire or explosions. Discard the batteries in
specialized waste facilities if available in your area.
z Use only recommended batteries and accessories. Use of
batteries not expressly recommended for this equipment may
cause explosions or leaks, resulting in fire, injury and damage to
the surroundings.
z Disconnect the compact power adapter from both the camera
and power outlet after recharging and when the camera is not
in use to avoid fires and other hazards. Continuous use over a
long period of time may cause the unit to overheat and distort,
resulting in fire.
z The camera terminal of the separately sold compact power
cord is designed for exclusive use with your camera. Do not
use it with other products or batteries. There is a risk of fire and
other hazards.
z Exercise due caution when screwing on the separately sold
tele-converter lens, close-up lens and conversion lens
adapter. If they loosen, fall off and shatter, the glass shards may
cause an injury.

Cautions
z Avoid using, placing or storing the equipment in places
subject to strong sunlight or high temperatures, such as the
dashboard or trunk (boot) of a car. Exposure to intense sunlight
and heat may cause the batteries to leak, overheat or explode,
resulting in fire, burns or other injuries. High temperatures may
also cause deformation of the casing. Ensure that there is good
ventilation when using the compact power adapter to charge the
battery pack or power the camera.
z Do not store the equipment in humid or dusty areas. Storage
in such areas could lead to fire, electrical shock or other damage.
z Be careful not to bang the camera or subject it to strong
impacts or shocks that could lead to injury or damage the
equipment when wearing or holding it by the strap.
z Be careful not to cover the flash with your fingers or clothing
when shooting. The flash may be damaged and emit smoke or
noise. In addition, do not touch the surface of the flash after taking
several pictures in rapid succession. Either action could result in
burns.
z Do not operate the flash with dirt, dust or other items stuck to
its lens. The resulting heat build-up could damage the flash.
z Ensure that the battery charger is plugged into a power outlet
of the specified rating, not over the specified rating. The plug
of the battery charger varies according to region.
z Do not use the battery charger or compact power adapter if
the cable or plug is damaged, or if the plug is not fully
inserted into the power outlet.
z Do not allow metal objects (such as pins or keys) or dirt to
contact the charger terminals or plug.
z If your camera is used for prolonged periods, the camera
body may become warm. Please take care when operating the
camera for an extended period as your hands may experience a
burning sensation.

Preventing Malfunctions
Avoid Strong Magnetic Fields
Never place the camera in close proximity to electric motors or
other equipment generating strong electromagnetic fields.
Exposure to strong magnetic fields may cause malfunctions or
corrupt image data.

Avoid Condensation Related Problems
Moving the equipment rapidly between hot and cold temperatures
may cause condensation (water droplets) to form on its external
and internal surfaces.
You can avoid this by placing the equipment in an airtight,
resealable plastic bag and letting it adjust to temperature changes
slowly before removing it from the bag.

If Condensation Forms Inside the Camera
Stop using the camera immediately if you detect condensation.
Continued use may damage the equipment. Remove the CF card,
and battery or a household power source, from the camera and
wait until the moisture evaporates completely before resuming
use.

Extended Storage
When not using the camera for extended periods of time, remove
the battery from the camera or battery charger and store the
equipment in a safe place. Storing the camera for extended
periods with batteries installed will run down the battery. (Do not
remove the date battery.)

Components Guide

Front View

AF Sensor
Display Panel (p. 16)
Strap Mount (p. 24)

Hot Shoe (p. 171)

Microphone (p. 131)

Strap Mount (p. 24)
Speaker
Self-timer
Lamp (p. 77)
Lens
Ring Release Button
(p. 174, 179)

Built-in Flash (p. 62)

Red-eye Reduction Lamp (p. 62)

Preparing the Camera, Basic Functions

Remote Sensor (p. 169)

Back/Bottom View
Diopter Adjustment
Dial (p. 33)

Viewfinder (p. 33)
CF Card/Battery Cover (p. 21)

Indicator

Terminal Cover
LCD Monitor
(p. 32)

Tripod Socket

DIGITAL Terminal* (p. 150)

DC IN Terminal
(p. 182, 183)
A/V OUT (Audio/Video
Out) Terminal (p. 153)

* To connect the camera to a computer or printer, use one of the following
cables.
Computer: Interface Cable IFC-400PCU (supplied with the camera)
Direct Print Compatible Printers (Sold Separately)
zCP Printers: Interface Cable IFC-400PCU (supplied with the camera) or
the Direct Interface Cable DIF-100 (supplied with CP-100/CP-10).
zBubble Jet Printers
• Bubble Jet Direct Compatible Printers: Please refer to your Bubble Jet
printer user guide.
• PictBridge Compliant Printers: Interface Cable IFC-400PCU (supplied
with the camera)
zPictBridge Compliant Non-Canon Printers: Interface Cable IFC-400PCU
(supplied with the camera)
Please refer to the System Map or the Direct Print User Guide supplied with
the camera for direct print compatible printer information.

Controls
Top
(Zoom in) Button (p. 62, 123)
(Backlight) Button (p. 16)
Shutter Button (p. 41)
Main Dial (p. 15)
(Continuous)/
(SelfTimer/Wireless Controller)
Button (p. 77, 79, 169)
Power/Mode Indicator (p. 29)
Mode Lever (p. 29)
Button (p. 30)
(Light Metering) Button (p. 91)
(Macro)/

(Index) Button (p. 73, 124)

Back
Mode Dial (p. 14)
(Monitor Selector)
Button (p. 32)

FUNC. (Function)/JUMP Button (p. 43, 125)
MF (Manual Focus)/
(Microphone) Button
(p. 113, 114, 131)
(AE Lock/FE Lock)/
(Single Image Erase) Button
(p. 104, 106, 138)
INFO. (Information) Button
(p. 34)
MENU Button (p. 44)

SET/
(AF
Frame Selector) Omni Selector (S/
W, X) (p. 92, 93)
Button (p. 89)

(Exposure), T/WB (White Balance),

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(Flash)/

Zoom Ring (p. 39)

Mode Dial
Use the mode dial to switch between the shooting modes.

Image Zone

: Auto (p. 53)

The camera automatically selects settings.

z Image Zone
Auto

Creative Zone

The camera automatically selects settings
according to the image composition type.
:
:
:
:
:

Portrait (p. 66)
Landscape (p. 66)
Night Scene (p. 67)
Stitch Assist (p. 68)
Movie (p. 71)

z Creative Zone
The user selects exposure, aperture or
other settings to achieve special effects.
:
:
:
:
:
:

Program AE (p. 81)
Shutter Speed-Priority AE (p. 82)
Aperture-Priority AE (p. 85)
Manual Exposure (p. 87)
Custom 1 (p. 116)
Custom 2 (p. 116)

Main Dial

Turning the Main Dial
Turn

z In Shooting Mode
z Selects aperture value and shutter
speed (p. 82, 85, 87)
z Selects menu settings by pressing the
FUNC. button (p. 43)
z Selects exposure compensation and
white balance (p. 92, 93)

z In Playback Mode
z Displays the previous and next image
(p. 122)

Clicking the Main Dial
Click

z In Shooting Mode
z Fixes menu items set by pressing the
FUNC. button (p. 43)
z Switches between shutter speeds and
aperture values in M mode (p. 87)

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The main dial is used for selecting certain menus and for displaying
images. You can easily and swiftly select, confirm and switch
menus.

Display Panel
The display panel shows the camera settings, the remaining image
capacity, movie shooting time, battery charge and other information.
In Shooting mode (p. 29), you can turn on the backlight of the
display panel for six seconds by pressing the
button. To turn off
the backlight within six seconds, press the
button again.
button

Icons
/

Evaluative Metering/Spot Metering/
Center-Weighted Average Metering

Reference
pages
90

57, 71, 82,
Shutter Speed/Movie Shooting Time/
White Balance/ISO Speed/Photo Effect/ 87, 93, 96,
99, 100, 102
Bracket/Resolution Setting Value (for
each function setting)

d
/

Indication

Aperture Setting

85, 87

Compression

Resolution (Not displayed with RAW
images)

Flash On/Flash Off (Not displayed with
Auto)

ND filter

118

Single Shot/Standard Continuous
Shooting/High-speed Continuous
Shooting

ISO speed

Battery Charge State

Macro Mode*

Self-Timer/Wireless Controller

77, 168

Remaining Image Capacity/Message
Code/Error Code/
(Intervalometer)/
Interval Shooting Remaining Shots

110, 159

White Balance Settings

Bracket

100, 102

Flash Exposure Compensation/Flash
Output Adjustment

107

Exposure Compensation Level/AEB
Level/Flash Exposure Compensation
Level

92, 100, 107

* Goes off in Super Macro mode. The Super Macro mode icon appears on the
LCD monitor (or in the viewfinder). (p. 75)

z The diagram above shows all the icons appearing at once.
Normally, only the icons applicable to the selected mode and
camera state appear.

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Photo Effect

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Charging the Battery Pack
Use the following procedures to charge the battery pack the first
time and subsequently when the “Change the battery pack”
message displays on the LCD monitor (or in the viewfinder) or the
low battery icon (
) and Lb (
) message are lit on the Display
Panel.

Charge
Indicator

1
2

Align the edge of the battery pack with the line on the
battery charger, then slide the battery in the direction
of the arrow.
Battery charger model names and types vary by
region.
(For CG-580)
Plug the battery charger into a power outlet.
(For CB-5L)
Attach the power cord to the battery charger and
plug the other end into a power outlet.
z The charge indicator blinks while the battery pack is charging and
lights steadily once charging is complete.
z After charging, unplug the battery charger and remove the battery
pack.

Battery Pack Handling Precautions
z Keep the battery pack and camera terminals (
) clean at
all times. Dirty terminals may cause a poor contact between the
battery pack and camera. Polish the terminals with a tissue or a
dry cloth before charging or using the battery pack.
z Do not cover the battery charger with anything, such as a
tablecloth, cushion or blanket, when it is charging. Heat will build
up internally and possibly lead to fire.
z Do not charge batteries other than Battery Pack BP-511A, BP511, BP-512 or BP-514 with the supplied equipment. This may
cause a malfunction.
z The battery pack continues to discharge a small amount when left
in the camera even with the power turned off. This shortens the
battery life. Remove the battery pack from the camera when it is
not in use.
z Do not allow any metal objects such as keyrings to touch the “ ”
and “ ” terminals (Fig. A), as this can damage the battery pack.
To carry the battery pack, or store it during periods of disuse,
always replace the terminal cover (Fig. B) or place it in the
supplied case and store it in a cool, dry place.

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z This is a lithium ion battery pack so there is no need to
completely use or discharge it before recharging. It can be
recharged at any time. However, since the maximum number of
charge cycles is approximately 300 (battery life), you are
recommended to only charge the battery pack after having
discharged it completely to prolong battery life.
z It takes approximately 90 minutes to bring a fully discharged
battery pack to a fully charged state (based on Canon’s testing
standard).
z Charging times will vary according to the surrounding humidity
and battery pack charge state.
z The separately sold Battery Pack BP-511, BP-512 and BP-514
can also be used in this camera.

Charging the Battery Pack (continued)
When using Battery Pack BP-511A or BP-514, you can distinguish
between the discharged battery pack and fully charged battery
pack by changing the direction of the battery cover (Fig. C and D).
Recharge the battery fully before using it again.
Fig. A

Fig. B

Fig. C

Fig. D

Fully Charged Battery

Used Battery

Attach so the blue portion Attach in the
of the battery pack can be opposite way of
seen through the window. Fig. C.

z Even charged battery packs continue to discharge naturally. You
are advised to charge the battery on the day of use, or one day
before, to ensure a full charge.
z Since storing a fully charged battery pack for long periods of time
(about 1 year) can shorten its lifecycle or affect performance, you
are recommended to use the battery pack in the camera until the
symbol displays and to store it at normal temperature (30 °C/
86 °F) or lower. If you do not use the battery pack for long periods
of time, charge it fully and discharge it fully in the camera at least
once a year before returning it to storage.
z The camera consumes the battery charge when the power is on
even when a function is not being used. To conserve the battery
charge, be particularly attentive in turning the camera off.
z Although the battery pack’s maximum operating range is 0 to
40 °C (32 to 104 °F), the optimal range is 10 to 30 °C (50 to
86 °F). At cold temperatures, such as those experienced when
skiing, performance will temporarily decline, reducing the usable
time before recharging.
z If the usable time of a battery pack diminishes substantially even
when fully charged, it should be replaced.

Installing the Battery Pack/CF card

z Charge the battery pack before using it for the first time (p. 18).
Label

1
4
Indicator

1
2

Battery lock

CF card eject
button

Check that the power is off (p. 29) and slide the CF
card/battery cover in the direction of the arrow.
Insert the battery pack.
z The terminal side of the battery pack should face
downward.
z Insert the battery pack all the way in until the
battery lock clicks. To remove the battery pack,
push the battery lock.
Terminals

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Install Battery Pack BP-511A (supplied) and the CF card (supplied)
into the camera as follows.
Use the Compact Power Adapter CA-560 (sold separately) to power
the camera for extended periods (p. 182).

Installing the Battery Pack/CF card (continued)

Insert the CF card.

Slide the CF card/battery cover closed.

z The label side of the CF card should face the battery compartment.
z Push the card in until the CF card eject button fully extends. To
remove the CF card, push the CF card eject button and pull the
card out.

z When the indicator blinks, the camera is writing, reading, erasing
or transmitting an image to or from the card. Do not perform the
following, or image data may be lost or corrupted:
• Do not shake the camera.
• Do not turn off the power or open the CF card/battery cover.
z You are recommended to use CF cards that have been
formatted in your camera (p. 139). The card supplied with the
camera may be used without further formatting.
z Remove the battery pack when the camera is not in use.
z See CF Cards and Estimated Capacities (Recordable Images)
(p. 191).
z See Battery Performance (p. 190).

Battery Status Symbols
The following icons indicate the battery status on the display panel.
These icons will not appear while the camera is powered with a
compact power adapter.
: Sufficient battery charge
: Low battery
: Replace or recharge battery

CF Card Handling Precautions

Microdrives are a recording medium with a hard disk. Their merits
are a large capacity and a low price per megabyte of capacity.
However, they can be more susceptible to vibrations and shocks
than CF cards, which use durable flash memories. Please be
careful, therefore, not to subject the camera to vibrations or shocks
when using a microdrive, especially while recording or during
playback.

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z CF cards are high-precision electronic devices. Do not bend,
force, or subject them to shocks or vibration.
z Do not attempt to disassemble or alter a CF card.
z Moving a CF card rapidly between temperature extremes may
cause condensation to form in the card, leading to potential
malfunctions. To avoid condensation formation, place the CF card
in a sealed plastic bag before moving it into a different
temperature zone and allow it to adjust slowly to the new
temperature.
If condensation forms on the CF card, put it aside until the water
droplets have evaporated completely.
z Place the CF card in the supplied case for storage.
z Do not use or store CF cards in the following types of locations.
• Locations subject to dust or sand
• Locations subject to high humidity and high temperatures

Attaching the Neck Strap
Attach the strap as illustrated on the left.
Pull the strap tight in the buckle so that it
does not slip. Perform the same steps on the
other side of the camera (p. 11).

z Avoid waving the camera about or catching it on other items
when suspending it from the strap.

Attaching the Lens Cap
Attach the lens cap as illustrated on the left.
Always replace the lens cap after use. To
remove the lens cap, press the tabs on the
lens cap and pull.

z Remove the lens cap before turning on the camera’s power.

Attaching the Lens Hood

Lens Hood

Attach the lens hood so that
its z meets the lens’ z,
then turn the lens hood
clockwise until the lens’ z
meets
.

z If you use the built-in flash when the lens hood is attached, a
portion of the image appears to be blocked by the lens hood and
appears dark.

Attaching the Filter Adapter
If you wish to attach a commercially available filter (58 mm
diameter), attach the filter adapter in advance. Be sure to turn off the
camera before you attach the filter adapter.
Filter Adapter

Attach the filter adapter so
that its z meets the lens’ z,
then turn the filter adapter
clockwise until the lens’ z
meets
.

z The filter adapter is exclusively for use with a filter. If you wish to
attach Close-up Lens 500D (sold separately) to the camera, use
Conversion Lens Adapter LA-DC58C (sold separately) (p. 177).
z Attaching more than one filter at the same time may cause dark
shadows on the image depending on the zoom position.

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When shooting backlit scenes without a flash with the lens set to a
wide angle, you should attach the lens hood to prevent light outside
the scene from coming into the lens. Be sure to turn off the camera
before you attach the lens hood.

Setting the Date/Time
The Set Date/Time menu will appear the first time the camera power
is turned on or whenever the date lithium battery charge is low. Start
from Step 5 to set the date and time.

1
2

Turn on the camera (p. 29).
Press the MENU button.
z The [
(Rec.)] or [
appears.

(Play)] menu

(Rec.) Menu in
Auto mode

Press the X arrow on the omni
selector to select the [
(Set up)]
menu.
z Pressing the JUMP button also switches
between menus.

Press the S or T arrow on the
omni selector to select [Date/
Time] then press the SET button.
z The factory default for the date format
may differ from that shown here in some
regions.

Set the date and time.

Press the SET button.

z Press the W or X arrow on the omni
selector to select a field to change.
z Press the S or T arrow on the omni
selector to set the values.
z The date can be set up to the year 2030.

z After adjusting the settings, press the MENU button to close the
menu window.

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z The Date/Time cannot be inserted in the actual image even if the
Date/Time have been set. For printing images with the date on
them, refer to the Direct Print User Guide or Software Starter
Guide.
z Replacing the Date Battery (p. 184)

Setting the Language
Use this feature to select the language used in the menus and
messages.

1
2

Turn on the camera (p. 29).
Press the MENU button.
z The [
(Rec.)] or [
appears.

(Play)] menu

(Rec.) Menu in
Auto mode

Press the X arrow on the omni
selector to select the [
(Set up)]
menu.
z Pressing the JUMP button also switches
between menus.

Press the S or T arrow on the
omni selector to select
[Language] and press the SET
button.

Press the S, T, W or X arrow on
the omni selector to select a
language.

Press the SET button.
z After adjusting the settings, press the MENU button to close the
menu window.
z In playback mode, you can change the language by holding the
SET button while you press the JUMP button, except when a
separately sold printer is connected or during movie playback.

Basic Functions

Turning the Power On/Off

Orange: Shooting mode
Green : Playback mode/Printer
connection mode*
Yellow : Computer connection mode*
Off
: The power of the camera is off.

Power/Mode Indicator

* For printer connection mode information, see the
Direct Print User Guide. For computer connection
mode information, see the Software Starter
Guide.

Mode Lever

Release button

Use this lever to turn the power on.
To operate the mode lever, press the release
button as shown on the left. The mode lever
will not operate if the release button is not
pressed. After the camera is turned on in
or
, release the lever. The mode lever
returns to its original position (center).

Powering the Camera in Shooting Mode

Remove the lens cap.

Turn the mode lever to
(Shooting) while pressing the
release button.
z The power/mode indicator lights orange.
z Open the LCD monitor if needed (p. 32).
Release button

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The power/mode indicator remains lit while the power of the camera
is on. The power/mode indicator indicates the state of the camera as
follows.

Turning the Power On/Off (continued)

Powering the Camera in Playback Mode

Turn the mode lever to
(Playback) while pressing the
release button.
z The power/mode indicator lights green
and
appears on the display panel.
z Open the LCD monitor if needed (p. 32).
Release button

Turning the Power Off

Press the

button.

z The power goes off.

z Be careful not to touch the lens when shooting. Please also
refrain from forcing the lens with fingers or other objects. It could
lead to malfunctions or damage the camera. If this occurs, turn
the camera off and back on.
z You will hear a start-up sound and see the start-up image when
the power comes on. (To change the start-up sound and image,
see pages 31, 51 and 154.)
z The start-up image does not appear in the following cases: when
the camera is powered in Shooting mode after the monitor was
switched to the viewfinder (p. 32) or when the A/V OUT terminal
is connected to a TV.

Turning on the camera without the start-up sound and
image
Press and hold the
button, then turn on the power. You can also
turn the camera on with the LCD monitor closed.
This camera is equipped with a power saving function. When this
function is turned on and it activates, restore power by turning the
mode lever toward
or
.
Shooting Mode: Powers down approximately 3 minutes after the
last control is accessed on the camera.
The LCD monitor (or viewfinder) also shuts off approximately 1
minute* after the last control is accessed on the camera. Press any
button except the mode lever to turn the LCD monitor (or viewfinder)
back on.
* This time can be changed (p. 50).

Playback Mode: Powers down approximately 5 minutes after the
last control is accessed on the camera.
Printer Connection Mode: Powers down approximately 5 minutes
after the last control is accessed on the camera or connected printer.
z The power saving function is disabled while a slide show plays on
the camera or during a computer connection (p. 133, 149).
z You can turn off the power saving function in the Set up menu
(p. 50).

Switching between Shooting and Playback
You can quickly switch between Shooting mode and Playback
mode. This is convenient when you wish to shoot again after
checking or erasing an image immediately after it is shot.

z Shooting Mode

Playback Mode

Turn the mode lever to
(Playback) while pressing the release
button (p. 30).
z The camera switches to Playback mode. In this case, the lens
does not retract. (If the mode lever is turned to
(Playback)
again, the lens retracts.)

z Playback Mode

Shooting Mode

Remove the lens cap and press the shutter button halfway, or turn
the mode lever to
(Shooting) while pressing the release button
(p. 29).

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Power Saving Function

Using the LCD Monitor/Viewfinder
Switching between the LCD Monitor and
Viewfinder
You can switch between the LCD monitor and viewfinder both in
Shooting mode and Playback mode.

z When the LCD Monitor is Closed
The viewfinder turns on.

z When the LCD Monitor is Open
The LCD monitor turns on. (The viewfinder goes off.)
You can switch between the LCD monitor
and viewfinder by pressing the
button.
The camera turns on the last selected
monitor when powered on in Shooting mode.
The camera always turns on the LCD
monitor when powered on in Playback mode.

Using the LCD Monitor
If you wish to use the LCD monitor for shooting, playing back images
and adjusting menu settings, follow the explanation below.

Opened from left to right
180 degrees. It locks
temporarily at 90
degrees.

Tilted forward 180
degrees toward the
lens or backward 90
degrees.

The LCD monitor will
automatically turn off and
the viewfinder will turn on
when the LCD monitor
clicks shut against the
camera body facing in.

The LCD monitor can also be positioned as below.

z In this position, icons and messages do
not appear on the LCD monitor.
z The image shown on the LCD monitor is
automatically flipped and reversed (the
Reverse Display function) so that it
appears correctly from in front of the lens.
(You can disable the Reverse Display
function (p. 48).)

Fold the LCD monitor back
against the camera body.
z Fold it until it clicks into place against the
camera body. If it is not fully closed, the
image will appear reversed and icons and
messages will not display.
z Icons and messages will appear and
images will show properly (not reversed)
when the LCD monitor is folded right
against the camera until it clicks.
z In Playback mode, images do not appear reversed. Also, icons
and messages always show properly.

Using the Viewfinder
If the surroundings are too bright (for example, when you are
shooting outdoors) and images on the LCD monitor are not clear,
use the viewfinder for shooting. (The same image and information as
the LCD monitor appear in the viewfinder.)
z You can adjust the viewfinder with the diopter adjustment dial to
adapt to your vision so that the displayed information (p. 36)
appears in crisp focus.
Diopter Adjustment Dial
Viewfinder

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Open the LCD monitor left 180
degrees and tilt it 180 degrees
toward the lens.

Checking the information on the LCD
Monitor/Viewfinder
Each time you press the INFO. button the LCD monitor (or the
viewfinder) cycles to the next information mode.
Both the LCD monitor and the viewfinder have a field of vision of
100% of the actual shooting image.

Shooting Mode
Each time you press the INFO. button the information view switches
as follows.
No Information

Information View∗

* Depending on the LCD monitor’s position, the information view may not
display.

z You can check detailed information about the image you just
shot without switching the camera to Playback mode. To do so,
while the image is being reviewed right after being taken, press
the SET button, then INFO. button.
z The last selected Information View mode appears the next time
you power on the camera.

Playback Mode
Each time you press the INFO. button the information view mode
cycles as follows.
Single Image Playback (p. 122):
Standard Information View Detailed Information View No Information
Index Playback (p. 124):
Standard Information View

No Information

Information Displayed on the LCD Monitor/
Viewfinder

z Shooting Mode
The information appears for approximately 6 seconds when you
operate the camera (such as making a change in shooting settings)
even if the LCD monitor/viewfinder is set to No Information.
(Sometimes no information appears depending on the camera
setting at that time.)
z A slow shutter speed has likely been selected because of
insufficient lighting if the camera shake icon
appears after
metering preparations are complete. Set the flash to
(On) or
(Auto), or affix the camera to a tripod to shoot.
z After you take a photo by fully pressing the shutter button, the
image displays on the LCD monitor for approximately two
seconds (or the review duration you set from 2 to 10 seconds). If
you press the SET button while the image is displayed, it will
continue to display (p. 54).
z You can check the brightness of the image during the image
review after shooting using the histogram (p. 39), a graph which
allows you to judge the brightness of the recorded image and
other information appearing with the image. You can adjust the
exposure according to the results, then shoot again if necessary.
(If no histogram appears, press the INFO. button.)

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The LCD monitor displays information in Shooting or Playback
mode, such as the camera settings, remaining image capacity and
shooting date/time.

Checking the information on the LCD Monitor/Viewfinder (continued)
The following displays in information view.
MF (Manual Focus)
Indicator
Shots Remaining or
Remaining Movie Time
(sec.)

AF Frame
Spot Metering
Frame

Aperture Value

Shutter Speed

7.0x 8.8x 11x 14x 18x 22x

Exposure Compensation

p. 92

White Balance (WB)

p. 93

Drive Mode

p. 77, 79

ISO Speed

p. 99

Photo Effect

p. 96

Bracket

p. 100, 102

Flash Exposure
Compensation/Flash Output

p. 107, 108

Compression Settings

p. 57

Resolution Settings

p. 57

File Format

p. 60

Digital Zoom Setting*

p. 78

Converter (Lens) Settings

p. 180

Low Battery

p. 22

Flash

p. 62

Red-eye Reduction

p. 64

Macro Mode/Super Macro Mode p. 73, 75

Light Metering Mode

p. 90

Auto Rotate

p. 119

Shooting Mode

p. 14

ND Filter

p. 118

Camera Shake Warning

p. 35

AE Lock/FE Lock

p. 104, 106

z (Red)

Manual Focus

p. 114, 115

Movie Recording Mode

p. 71

• The icons in the shaded boxes (
) above and
appear even when the
information view is turned off.
• In addition to the above, the messages, AF frame, Spot Metering Frame,
shutter speed, aperture value, MF indicator (when manual focus is selected)
and zoom bar (during the zoom operation) are shown as in the upper screen
example.

z Playback Mode
In standard display mode, the following information appears.
File Number
Image Number and
Total
(Display Image/Total)
Shooting Date/Time
Compression Settings

p. 57

Resolution Settings

p. 57

File Format

p. 60

Sound memo (wave file)

p. 131

Movie

p. 126

Protection Status

p. 137

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* Zoom powers reflect the combined optical and digital zoom effects. These figures
appear when the digital zoom is activated. (“7.0x” is the telephoto-end setting of
the optical zoom.)

Checking the information on the LCD Monitor/Viewfinder (continued)
In detailed display mode, the following information also appears.

Histogram
Aperture Value
Shutter Speed
Adobe RGB
50 100 200 400

Movie Length

Color Space (Adobe RGB) p. 98
ISO Speed

p. 99

Photo Effect

p. 96

Shooting Mode

p. 14

Resolution Settings (Movie) p. 57
Exposure level

p. 92

Flash Exposure
Compensation

p. 107

White Balance

p. 93

Light Metering Mode

p. 90

Macro Mode/Super Macro p. 73, 75
Mode
Manual Focus

p. 114, 115

• In addition to the above, the shutter speed, aperture setting, movie length,
histogram and overexposure warning appear.

The following information may also appear with some image files.
An audio file other than a wave file, or a file with an unrecognized format,
is attached.
JPEG file with format not conforming to Design rule for Camera File
System Standards (p. 188).
File with unrecognized format.

z Please note that image information recorded by this camera may
not display correctly on other cameras and image information
recorded by other cameras may not display correctly on this
camera.

About the Histogram

Sample
Histograms
Dark Image

Balanced Image

Bright Image

Overexposure Warning
In the following conditions, overexposed portions of the image blink.
z When an image just shot is being reviewed on the LCD monitor
(Information view) or in the viewfinder.
z In the detailed display mode of the Playback mode.

Using the Zoom (Focal Length)
The zoom can be adjusted from 28 to 200 mm (equivalent to 35mm
film format).
Wide
Angle

Telephoto

Telephoto/Wide Angle
You can zoom in (telephoto) and zoom out
(wide angle) by turning the zoom ring. The
zoom bar appears during the zoom
operation.
z The zoom speed varies according to how
fast you turn the zoom ring.

Zoom Bar

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The histogram is a graph that allows you to judge the brightness of
the recorded image. The greater the bias toward the left in the
graph, the darker the image. The greater the bias toward to the right,
the brighter the image.
If the image is dark, adjust the exposure compensation to a positive
number. Similarly, adjust the exposure compensation to a negative
number if the image is bright. (p. 92)

Using the Zoom (Focal Length) (continued)

Zooming Rapidly

Wide
Angle

To zoom in or out rapidly, turn the mode
lever to
(Shooting) and hold it, then turn
the zoom ring in either the zoom in or zoom
out direction. The swift zooming continues
while you hold the mode lever.
To reverse the zooming direction, turn the
zoom ring a little in the opposite direction
while holding the mode lever.

Telephoto

Digital Zoom
An image already zoomed with the optical
zoom lens can be further zoomed digitally up
to an approximate factor of 22 (p. 78).
The factor displays after the zoom operation.

z The digital zoom cannot be used with certain Shooting modes
(p. 202).
z The more the image is zoomed digitally, the coarser its image
quality becomes.

Pressing the Shutter Button
The shutter button features a two-stage action.
Pressing halfway automatically sets the
exposure and focus.
z The following camera settings appear on
the LCD monitor (or in the viewfinder).

Pressing the shutter
button halfway

AF Frame

Shutter Speed

AF Frame Aperture
Value

The AF frame displays in green and the beep
sounds twice.
The AF frame displays in yellow and a beep sounds.
Focusing difficulty
In this case, use the focus lock, or manually focus,
to shoot (p. 112).
Flash fires
The built-in flash pops up and
appears.
Camera shake warning/
appears.
underexposure
Ready for shooting

z Pressing Fully
Pressing fully releases the shutter.
z The indicator blinks while the image is
recording onto the CF card.
z You will hear the shutter sound when the
shot is complete. Do not move the camera
until you hear this sound.

Preparing the Camera, Basic Functions

z Pressing Halfway

Pressing the Shutter Button (continued)

z If
appears or the AF frame displays in yellow while you press
halfway, you can still press fully to take the shot.
z Images are first saved into the camera’s internal memory before
being recorded onto the CF card, allowing the next images to be
taken immediately as long as sufficient space is available in the
internal memory.
z The beep and shutter sound can be set On/Off using the menu
(p. 49).
z When the shutter sound is set to On and [Mute] is set to On, no
sound will be heard.
z There is no shutter sound in Movie mode.
z Shots cannot be taken while the flash is charging.

Selecting Menus and Settings

1 Turn the mode lever to .
2 Press the FUNC. button.
3 Press the S or T arrow on the
omni selector to select a
function item.

4 Press the W or X arrow on the

omni selector to select setting
contents.

5 Press the FUNC. button.

FUNC.

Select a function item
using

ISO Speed [

Select setting contents
using

] (p. 99) Photo Effect [

Bracket [

] (p. 96)

.
Compression [
(p. 57)

]

] (p. 100, 102) Resolution [L]/File
Format (p. 57, 60)

Flash Exposure
Compensation (p. 107)

or
Resolution (Movie)
[ ] (p. 58)

or
Flash Output (p. 108)
The default values
are bracketed.
In Steps 4 and 5, you can also use the main dial.

Turn

Click

FUNC.

Preparing the Camera, Basic Functions

z Selecting Settings by Pressing the FUNC. Button
(Only in Shooting Mode)

Selecting Menus and Settings (continued)

z Selecting Settings by Pressing the MENU Button

1
In
(Shooting) Mode
Rec. Menu (p. 46)
(When Shooting mode is

In
(Playback) Mode
Play Menu (p. 48)
)

2
2
3

4
44

1 Press the MENU button.
2 Press the W or X arrow on the omni selector to switch between
menu tabs.

then press the W or X arrow on the omni selector to select setting
contents.

4 Press the MENU button.
zIn Step 2, you can also use the FUNC./JUMP button, / button
and /
button.
zSettings cannot be selected with the main dial.
zPress the SET button for items followed by an ellipsis (...) and then
select a setting. Press the button again to confirm the setting.
zIn Shooting mode, the menu can be closed by pressing the shutter
button halfway. (In Playback mode, the menu closes when the shutter
button is pressed halfway and the camera switches to shooting mode.)

Set up Menu (p. 49)

My Camera Menu
(p. 51, 154)

2
3

Preparing the Camera, Basic Functions

3 Press the S or T arrow on the omni selector to select a menu item,

Selecting Menus and Settings (continued)

z Displayed menu items will vary according to the shooting mode
and setting contents (p. 202).
z You can apply a desired image and sound to [ ] and [ ] in the
My Camera menu. For details, see Registering the My Camera
Settings (p. 156) or the Software Starter Guide.
z The default of all the settings changed by the menu and button
operations except for [Date/Time], [Language] and [Video
System] can be restored all at once (p. 52).

Menu Items Selectable with the MENU Button and
Default Settings
This chart shows the options for each menu and the default settings.

(Rec.) Menu
Menu Item

Flash Sync

Slow Synchro

Flash Adjust

Red-eye

Flash Pop-up

Cont. Shooting

Setting Content
Sets the timing at which the flash fires.
1st-curtain*/2nd-curtain
Sets whether or not the flash will fire with a
slow shutter speed.
On/Off*
Sets whether or not the flash is adjusted
automatically.
Auto*/Manual
Sets whether or not the red-eye reduction
lamp fires when the flash fires.
On*/Off
Sets whether or not the flash pops up
automatically.
On*/Off
In the Continuous Shooting mode, choose
whether you view the subject as you shoot
continuously (standard) or shoot with a
short shutter interval without viewing (high
speed).
* (standard)/
(high speed)

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107

Menu Item

Wireless Delay

Spot AE Point

ND Filter

Safety Shift

MF-Point Zoom

AF Mode

Digital Zoom

Sets the duration before the self-timer
releases the shutter once the shutter button
is pressed.
10 sec.*/2 sec.
Sets the duration before the self-timer
releases the shutter once the remote
control shutter button is pressed.
0 sec./2 sec.*/10 sec.
Sets the option of [Spot AE Point] (one of
the light metering modes), Center (the AE
point is fixed to the center) or AF Point (the
AE point corresponds to the AF point).
Center*/AF Point
Sets the ND filter.
On/Off*
Sets whether or not the Safety Shift
function works. In Av (Aperture-Priority AE)
and Tv (Shutter Speed-Priority AE) modes,
the Safety Shift function automatically
adjusts the values set manually to obtain
the correct exposure if the exposure is
incorrect when the shutter button is pressed
halfway.
On/Off*
Sets whether or not the focusing point is
magnified when using the manual focus.
On*/Off
Sets the frequency of autofocus activation,
Continuous (continuous autofocusing) or
Single (autofocused only when the shutter
button is pressed halfway).
Continuous*/ Single
Sets whether or not the digital zoom
combines with the optical zoom to zoom
images.
On/Off*

Reference
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77

Preparing the Camera, Basic Functions

Self-timer

Setting Content

168

118

114

116

* Default setting

Selecting Menus and Settings (continued)
Menu Item

Converter

Review

Color Space

Reverse Disp.
Super Macro
Intervalometer
Save Settings

Setting Content
Adjusts the camera most appropriately
when separately sold Tele-converter TCDC58A or Close-up Lens 500D is attached
to the camera.
None*/TC-DC58A/500D
Sets the duration images display on the LCD
monitor (or in the viewfinder) after the
shutter button is released.
Off/2 sec.* to 10 sec.
Sets whether still images are recorded in
the standard RGB color space or
Adobe RGB color space.
Standard*/Adobe RGB
Sets whether or not the image is reversed
when the LCD monitor is tilted 180 degrees
toward the lens.
On*/Off
Shoots in the Super Macro mode.
Shoots automatically at set intervals.
Saves settings selected in the Rec. menu
and the Function menu to the mode dial’s
C1 or C2 mode.

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177

33
75
110
116

* Default setting

(Play) Menu
Menu Item

Protect
Rotate
Erase all
Slide Show

Setting Content
Protects images from accidental erasure.
Rotates images 90 or 270 degrees
clockwise in the display.
Erases all images from a CF card
(excluding protected images).
Plays images in an automated slide show.

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130
138
133

Menu Item

Transfer Order

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Sets the images that will be printed on a
direct print compatible printer or at a photo
142
lab service, the number of copies and other
parameters.
Specifies images before downloading to a
147
computer.

(Set up) Menu
Menu Item

Setting Content

Volume

Set [On] to mute the start-up sound,
operation sound, selftimer sound and
shutter sound all at once.
On/Off*
• If you set [Mute] to [On], no sound will be
heard even when any sound item in the
Mute
My Camera menu is set to [
], [
] or
[
] (On).
• Note that the error warning signal beeps
even when the Mute setting is [On].
• The main dial does not beep even if it is
pressed regardless of the setting.
Adjusts the Start-up Sound volume when
cStart-up Vol.
the camera powers up.
Adjusts the Operation Sound volume of
dOperation Vol. operation buttons other than the shutter
button.
Adjusts the sound volume of the Selftimer
eSelftimer Vol. Sound informing you that the photo will be
taken in 2 seconds.
Adjusts the Shutter Sound volume when the
fShutter
shutter button is pressed all the way. There
Volume
is no shutter sound in Movie mode.
Adjusts the sound volume when a sound
gPlayback Vol.
memo or a movie is played.
Settings of
Above Items
Off 1 2* 3 4 5
(c – g)

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42, 127,
132, 155

30, 51
51

51, 77

42, 51
126, 127,
131, 132

* Default setting

Preparing the Camera, Basic Functions

Print Order

Setting Content

Selecting Menus and Settings (continued)
Menu Item
LCD Brightness

Power Saving

Auto Power
Down

Display Off

Date/Time
Format
File No. Reset

Auto Rotate

Distance Units

Language

Video System
* Default setting

Setting Content
Sets the brightness level of the LCD monitor.
(Normal)*/
(Bright)
Sets whether or not the camera
automatically powers down after a specified
period of time elapses without camera
operation.
On*/Off
Sets the length of time before the LCD
monitor (or viewfinder) goes off when no
camera operation is performed.
10 sec./20 sec./30 sec./1 min.*/2 min./3 min.
Sets the date, time and date format.
Formats (initializes) a CF card.
Sets how file numbers are assigned to
images when new CF cards are inserted.
On/Off*
Sets whether or not images shot with the
camera on end are automatically rotated in
the display.
On*/Off
Sets the format of the displayed distance
units of the MF indicator.
m/cm* or ft/in
Sets the language used in the menus and
messages on the LCD monitor (or in the
viewfinder).
English*/Deutsch/Français/Nederlands/
Dansk/Suomi/Italiano/Norsk/Svenska/
Español/Chinese/Japanese
You can change the language during image
playback by holding the SET button and
pressing the JUMP button.
Sets the video output signal standard.
NTSC/PAL

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26
139
120

119

114, 115

153

(My Camera) Menu

Menu Item
Theme
Start-up Image
Start-up Sound
Operation Sound
Selftimer Sound
Shutter Sound

Setting Content
Selects a common theme for each My
Camera settings item.*¹
Sets the start-up image when you turn on
the camera.
Sets the start-up sound when you turn on
the camera.*¹
Sets the sound when the omni selector or
any button other than the shutter button is
operated.*¹
Sets the sound informing you that the photo
will be taken in 2 seconds.*¹
Sets the shutter sound when you depress
the shutter button. There is no shutter
sound while a movie is being shot.*¹

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154
154
154
154
154
154

Settings of Above
(Off)/
*/
/
Items
* Default setting
*¹ See also [Mute] in the Set up Menu (p. 49).

Preparing the Camera, Basic Functions

You can select the theme, start-up image and sound, shutter sound,
operation sound and selftimer sound used on this camera. These
are called My Camera settings. You can also customize the [ ]
and [ ] options for each item with images from the CF card and
newly recorded sounds or by using the supplied software.
See the Software Starter Guide for details.
z If you wish to apply a common theme to all My Camera menu
items, choose [Theme] and set the desired content, otherwise, set
each item one by one.

Resetting the Settings to Default
You can reset the menu and button operation settings to default.

1
2

Turn on the camera.
z You can turn on the camera in either Shooting or Playback mode.

Press the MENU button for longer
than 5 seconds.
z The message “Reset settings to default?”
appears on the LCD monitor.

Select [OK] using the W or X
arrow on the omni selector, then
press the SET button.
z The screen on the right appears while
resetting. The normal screen resumes
when resetting is complete.
z To cancel resetting, select [Cancel]
instead of [OK].
z The following settings cannot be reset to default:
• The [Date/Time], [Language] and [Video System] options in the
menu (p. 50)
• White balance data set with the custom white balance function
(p. 94)
• Newly registered My Camera settings (p. 156)
z When the camera is in Shooting mode and the mode dial is set to
C1/C2, only the C1/C2 mode settings will revert to default.
z Settings cannot be reset when the camera is connected to a
computer or printer.

Shooting – Letting the Camera Select
Settings
See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 202) at the
end of this manual to find out which settings can be changed
in which shooting modes.

Auto Mode

1
2
3
4
5

Check that the camera is in Shooting mode (p. 29).
Turn the mode dial to

Aim the camera at the subject.
Use the zoom ring to achieve the desired
composition (relative subject size on the LCD
monitor (or in the viewfinder)).
Press the shutter button halfway
(p. 41).
z The camera focuses on the subject. Two
beeps will sound when the camera has
finished metering.
z The AF frame will appear green on the
LCD monitor (or in the viewfinder).
z The shutter speed and aperture value are
automatically determined and show on
the display panel and the LCD monitor (or
in the viewfinder).
z The beep will sound one time and the AF
frame will appear yellow if the subject is
difficult to focus on.

AF Frame

Shooting – Letting the Camera Select Settings

In this mode, all you have to do is press the shutter button and let
the camera do everything else.

Reviewing an Image Right after Shooting (continued)

Press the shutter button all the way (p. 41).
z You will hear the sound of the shutter when the shutter activates.
z The picture appears for two seconds on the LCD monitor (or in the
viewfinder).
z See page 202 for settings that can be changed in this mode.
z With the Review function, you can change the length of time
images appear on the LCD monitor (or in the viewfinder) after
shooting, or set it so they do not appear at all. (p. 56)

Reviewing an Image Right after Shooting
Mode Dial

Reviewing the Image
After a photo is taken, the image appears on the LCD monitor (or in
the viewfinder) for two seconds. In addition, the image will keep on
displaying regardless of the review duration setting if one of the
following operations is performed.

z Keeping the shutter button pressed
The image continues to appear on the LCD monitor as long as you
keep the shutter button fully depressed.
If you turn the zoom ring toward telephoto at this time, the image will
be magnified and continue to display even after the shutter button is
released. The magnified image will be reduced to the normal size by
turning the zoom ring in the opposite direction. To let the camera
return to Shooting mode, press the shutter button halfway.

z Pressing the SET button while the image is displayed
The image will continue to display even after the shutter button is
released. You can magnify the image (and reduce it to the normal
size after that) by using the zoom ring. To let the camera return to
Shooting mode, press the shutter button halfway.

z Switching between the LCD Monitor and Viewfinder
While the Image is Displayed
You can switch between the LCD monitor and viewfinder by
pressing the
button. Using this feature, you can shoot an image
using the viewfinder and automatically let the camera display the
image on the LCD monitor (or vice versa).

Shoot an image using the viewfinder.
Pause the image by pressing the SET button.
The shot image continues to appear in the viewfinder.

Press the

button.

The display will switch to the LCD monitor and you can review the
image.

From the next shooting session and onward, review images will
automatically appear on the LCD monitor.
z If you press the
button to change the monitor while shooting,
this setting will be canceled.
z You can perform the following while images are displayed.
• Erasing images individually (p. 138)
• Displaying images in Detailed Display mode (p. 34)
• Changing the recording format (p. 60)
• Attaching sound memos (p. 131)

Changing the Recording Format Right after
Shooting
Mode Dial

By following the instructions below, you can save images shot in the
JPEG format in the RAW format (p. 60) right after shooting.*
You can easily process images saved in the RAW format using a
computer to edit the resolution, photo effect and white balance
without any loss of quality.
* The JPEG format image will not be saved.

Shooting – Letting the Camera Select Settings

1
2
3

Reviewing an Image Right after Shooting (continued)

1
2

Right after shooting, press the FUNC. button while the
image is displayed on the LCD monitor.
Select [OK] using the W or X
arrow on the omni selector and
press the SET button.
z The image is recorded in the RAW
format.
z When you press the shutter button
halfway, the camera returns to the
shooting screen.
z The above operations cannot be performed if the image was
shot with the digital zoom or when
is already selected as
the recording format.

Changing the Image Display Duration
The length of time images are displayed after a photo has been
taken can be changed anywhere from 2 seconds to 10 seconds or
turned off.

1
2

In the [

(Rec.)] menu, select [Review].

z See Selecting Menus and Settings (p. 44).

Select a Review setting and press the
MENU button.
z With the [Off] option, the image will not
automatically display.
z With the [2 sec.] to [10 sec.] options, the
image will appear for the time selected
even if the shutter button is released.
z You can continue to display the image as
long as the shutter button is held down
regardless of the Review setting.
z Another picture can be taken even while
the last is displayed.

Changing the Resolution and Compression
Mode Dial

Resolution
( )
Large
( )
Medium 1

Purpose

• Print A4 size* 210 x 297 mm (8.3 x
3264 x 2448 pixels High
11.7 in.) or larger prints
• Print letter size* 216 x 279 mm
2272 x 1704 pixels
(8.5 x 11 in.) or larger prints

( )
Medium 2

1600 x 1200 pixels

• Print postcard size 148 x 100 mm
(6 x 4 in.) prints
• Print L size 119 x 89 mm (4.7 x
3.5 in.) prints

( )
Medium 3

1024 x 768 pixels

• Print card size 86 x 54 mm (3.4 x
2.1 in.) prints

( )
Small

640 x 480 pixels Low

• Send images as e-mail
attachments
• Shoot more images

* Paper sizes vary according to region.

(The icons in the parentheses appear on the display panel.)
Compression
Display Panel/LCD Monitor/
Viewfinder Display

Indication
Superfine
Fine
Normal

Quality

Purpose

Shoot higher
High
quality images
Shoot normal
quality images
Shoot more
Normal images

Shooting – Letting the Camera Select Settings

You can change the resolution and compression (excluding movies)
settings to suit the purpose of the image you are about to shoot. To
record the CCD output without compression, select the RAW file
format (p. 60).

Changing the Resolution and Compression (continued)

z Movies can be shot with the following resolution.
Resolution
640 x 480 pixels
320 x 240 pixels
160 x 120 pixels

1
2

Press the FUNC. button.
Select * (Compression) or L*
(Resolution) using the S or T
arrow on the omni selector.
* The current setting is displayed.

Select the compression or resolution you wish to set
using the main dial or the W or X arrow on the omni
selector.
z You can shoot the image right after selecting settings by pressing
the shutter button. This screen will appear again, once the image
is shot.
Resolution (Excluding

4
5
58

)

Compression

Number of
shots remaining
(Only displayed
when the
resolution,
compression or
file format is
selected)

Press the FUNC. button or click the main dial.
Shoot the image.

z See Image File Sizes (Estimated) (p. 192).
z See CF Cards and Estimated Capacities (Recordable Images)
(p. 191).
z The resolution and compression settings are affected by the
shooting mode selection as follows (only the resolution in
mode).

Initial
Shooting
Mode

Next Shooting Mode

Resolution and
Compression after Change
Settings change to those of
the next mode.
Settings do not change.
Settings change to those of
the next mode.
Settings do not change.
Settings change to those of
the next mode.

Shooting – Letting the Camera Select Settings

e.g. 1 : When the shooting mode is changed from
to M,
the resolution and compression will restore the values
set in M mode.
e.g. 2 : When the shooting mode is changed from P to Tv, the
resolution and compression retain the same values set
in P mode.

Changing the File Format
Mode Dial

The recording file format can be switched to the RAW format before
shooting the image.
With the standard JPEG file format, the camera processes images
after capturing them to produce optimal results. The JPEG format
compresses images so that more can be stored on a single CF card.
However, the compression is irreversible, meaning that the original
image data cannot be recovered after processing.
In contrast, the RAW format records the image data as captured by
the camera’s CCD without further processing. RAW images are
compressed, but the compression is reversible* so that a highquality image can be obtained from the decompressed file without
any loss of image quality. In addition, although a RAW file is larger
than an equivalent JPEG file, it is still only approximately onequarter the size* of an uncompressed RGB TIFF format file, making
it relatively compact.
With standard uncompressed file formats, such as RGB TIFF,
images are processed in the camera and require further processing
by retouching software to adjust the image parameters, which
reduces image quality. With the RAW format, however, the original
data can be used in special software** to adjust the image
parameters (white balance, contrast, sharpness and saturation)
making it possible to maintain the image quality while making
changes. The resolution (3264 x 2448) and compression settings
cannot be adjusted for these images.
* As measured by Canon’s testing standard.
** The bundled software can be used to open or adjust the parameters of
images recorded in the RAW file format. Please consult the Software
Starter Guide for details.

1
2

Press the FUNC. button.
Select L* (LCD monitor/Viewfinder) or
L* (Display Panel) using the S or T
arrow on the omni selector.
* The current setting is displayed.

Select RAW (LCD monitor/Viewfinder) or (r) (Display Panel)
using the main dial or the W or X arrow on the omni
selector.
z You can shoot the image right after selecting settings by pressing
the shutter button. The previous screen will appear again, once the
image is shot.

Press the FUNC. button or click the main dial.

z Images shot in the JPEG format can also be changed to the
RAW format while they are displayed right after shooting (p. 55).

Shooting – Letting the Camera Select Settings

Using the Built-In Flash
Mode Dial

Use the flash according to the guidelines below. (In Movie mode, the
flash cannot be used.)
*

Auto with red-eye
reduction
Auto

Flash on with redeye reduction
Flash on
Flash off

The flash fires automatically as required by
the lighting level, and the red-eye
reduction lamp fires each time the main
flash fires.
The flash fires automatically as required by
the lighting level.
The red-eye reduction lamp and the flash
always fire.
The flash always fires.
The flash does not fire.

* No icon appears on the display panel.

• For information on the external flash, see page 171.

Press the button to switch
between flash modes.
z The selected flash mode appears on the
display panel and the LCD monitor (or in
the viewfinder).
z You can switch between settings by
pressing the
button.

When the red-eye reduction function is
on (p. 64)

When the red-eye reduction function is
off (p. 64)

Some settings are not available with
certain shooting modes (p. 202).

Shoot the image.
z The flash will fire if the built-in flash pops up automatically (Flash
Pop-up function) and
appears on the LCD monitor (or in the
viewfinder) when the shutter button is pressed halfway.
z Shooting procedures are the same as for the
mode (p. 53).

Shooting – Letting the Camera Select Settings

z The flash fires with automatic adjustments when [Flash Adjust] is
set to [Auto] in the Rec. menu. When shooting in M mode, or with
[Flash Adjust] set to [Manual], the flash fires with the manually
set adjustments.
z You can turn off the Flash Pop-up function and manually open
the built-in flash only when you need it (p. 65).
z Be sure to close the built-in flash after use.
z The flash fires twice. A pre-flash will fire and will be followed by
the main flash. The pre-flash is used by the camera to obtain the
subject’s exposure data so that the main flash can be set to the
optimal intensity for the shot.
z The fastest shutter speed for flash synchronization is 1/250
second. The camera automatically resets the shutter speed to
1/250 second if a faster speed is selected.
z The built-in flash may take up to approximately 10 seconds to
charge in some cases. Actual times will vary according to usage
and the battery charge.
z Shots cannot be taken while the flash is charging.
z The flash exposure and the flash output can be changed (p. 107).
z The flash setting is saved when the camera is turned off in the P,
Tv, Av and M shooting modes.

Using the Built-In Flash (continued)

Setting the Red-eye Reduction Function
Mode Dial

The red-eye reduction lamp fires when the flash is used in dark
areas. This reduces light reflecting back from the eyes and making
them appear red.

In the [
z

(Rec.)] menu, set [Red-eye] to [On].

appears on the LCD monitor (or in the viewfinder).
z When shooting with the red-eye reduction function, the subjects
must look right at the red-eye reduction lamp for this mode to be
effective. Try asking them to look directly at the lamp. Even
better results can be obtained by shooting with the lens set to a
wide angle, increasing the lighting in indoor settings or
approaching closer to the subject.

Setting the Slow Synchro
Mode Dial

You can shoot images using the slow synchro function when the
camera flashes. This helps brighten up dark backgrounds when
shooting night scenes or with indoor lighting conditions.

In the [

(Rec.)] menu, set [Slow Synchro] to [On].

z When shooting with a high ISO sensitivity while using the built-in
flash, there is more of a chance of overexposure the closer you
are to the subject.
z When shooting with [Slow Synchro] set to [On], we recommend
the use of a tripod to prevent camera shake.

Using the Built-In Flash with the Flash Pop-up
Function Off
Mode Dial

In the [

(Rec.)] menu, set [Flash Pop-up] to [Off].

When you wish to fire the flash, pop up the built-in
flash by pressing the
button.
z

appears on the display panel and LCD monitor (or in the
viewfinder) and the flash fires when the shutter button is pressed
fully.
z When you do not want the flash to fire, press the built-in flash
down until it clicks.
appears on the display panel and the LCD
monitor (or in the viewfinder).

Shooting – Letting the Camera Select Settings

1
2

Portrait Mode
Use this mode when you want the subject to appear sharp and the
background to blur.

Turn the mode dial
to
.
Shooting procedures are
the same as for the
mode (p. 53).

z See page 202 for settings that can be changed in this mode.
z To best achieve the effect of the background gradually fading,
compose the image so that the upper half of the subject’s body
fills most of the viewfinder or LCD monitor.
z The background gets increasingly indistinct the more you adjust
the focal length toward telephoto.

Landscape Mode
Use this mode to shoot expansive landscape scenes.

Turn the mode dial
to
.
Shooting procedures are
the same as for the
mode (p. 53).

z See page 202 for settings that can be changed in this mode.
z Since a slow shutter speed is often selected in
mode, use a
tripod to shoot if the
(camera shake warning) icon appears
on the LCD monitor (or in the viewfinder).

Night Scene Mode
Use this mode to capture human subjects against the backdrop of
an evening sky or night scene. The people are illuminated with light
from the flash while the backdrop is captured at a slow shutter speed
so that both appear correctly exposed.

Turn the mode dial
to
.
Shooting procedures are
the same as for the
mode (p. 53).

z Always use a tripod to prevent camera shake in this mode.

z See page 202 for settings that can be changed in this mode.
z Warn people to stay still for a few seconds after the flash fires
because of the slow shutter speed.
z Using the
mode in daylight will produce an effect similar to
that of the
mode.
z With the
mode, the slow synchro function automatically turns
on (p. 64).

Shooting – Letting the Camera Select Settings

Shooting Panoramic Images (Stitch Assist)
Use this mode to shoot a series of overlapping frames for merging
(stitching) into a large panoramic image using a computer.
Horizontal

Vertical

2x2

z Please use the bundled PhotoStitch program to merge the
images on a computer.

Framing a Subject
PhotoStitch detects the overlapping portions of adjoining images
and merges them. When composing shots, try to include a
distinctive item (landmark, etc.) in the overlapping portions.

Shooting
Images can be shot in the following 5 sequences in Stitch Assist mode.
Horizontally, left to right
Horizontally, right to left
Vertically, bottom to top
Vertically, top to bottom
Clockwise starting at the top left

1
2

Turn the mode dial to

Select the shooting sequence
using the W or X arrow on the
omni selector and press the SET
button.
z The shooting sequence is set.
z You can also press the shutter button
directly to shoot without pressing the SET
button.

Shooting – Letting the Camera Select Settings

z Compose each frame so that it overlaps 30 to 50% of the
adjoining image.
Try to keep the vertical misalignment to within 10% of the image
height.
z Do not include moving items in the overlap.
z Do not try to stitch images that include both distant and close
subjects. Objects may appear warped or doubled up.
z Make the brightness in each image consistent. The final image
will appear unnatural if the difference in brightness is too great.
z For good results, pan (swivel) the camera to take successive
shots.
z To shoot close-ups, slide the camera over the subject, keeping it
parallel as you move.

Shooting Panoramic Images (Stitch Assist) (continued)

Shoot the first image.

Compose and shoot the second image so that it
overlaps the first.

z The exposure and white balance settings are set and locked with
the first image.

z Minor discrepancies in the overlap can be corrected with the
software.
z An image can be retaken. Press the W or X arrow on the omni
selector to return to that frame.

Sequence

Use the same procedures to shoot the remaining
frames.
z A maximum of 26 images can be recorded either horizontally or
vertically.

Press the SET button after the last shot.
z A custom white balance setting (p. 94) cannot be set in
mode. To use a custom white balance setting, first set it in
another shooting mode.
z The settings in place for the first image are locked in and cannot
be changed for subsequent shots.
z A TV cannot be used as the monitor for shooting in this mode.
z See page 202 for settings that can be changed in this mode.

Movie Mode
Use this mode to shoot movies. The resolution can be selected from
the following settings (p. 57):
z[
(640 x 480)]
z[
(320 x 240)]
z[
(160 x 120)]

Turn the mode dial to

The LCD monitor (or viewfinder) displays the
maximum recording time (in seconds).

Press the shutter button all the way.

Press the shutter button all the way to stop
recording the movie.

z Shooting and sound recording starts simultaneously.
z During shooting a red circle appears in the upper right of the LCD
monitor (or viewfinder).

z The maximum length of individual movie clips (15 frames/second)
is about 30 seconds* at the
setting and 3 minutes at the
and
settings. (The data reflects Canon’s testing standard. The
actual figures will vary according to the shooting subjects and
conditions.) The clip will end automatically after this time elapses
or when the CF card becomes full.
* Using the following CF cards:
• Supplied FC-64MH CF Card
• Separately sold Canon FC-256MH or FC-512MSH CF Card (not sold
in some regions)

Shooting – Letting the Camera Select Settings

Movie Mode (continued)

z You are recommended to use a CF card that has been formatted
in your camera to shoot movies (p. 139). The supplied CF card
can be used without being formatted.
z The recording time may not display properly during shooting or
filming may stop unexpectedly with the following types of CF
cards.
• Slow recording cards
• Cards formatted on a different camera or a computer
• Cards which have had images recorded and erased repeatedly
Although the recording time may not display properly during
shooting, the movie will be recorded correctly on the CF card.
Recording time will display properly if you format the CF card in
this camera (excluding slow recording CF cards).
z Be careful not to touch the microphone while shooting.
z The AE, AF, white balance and zoom settings are set and locked
to the settings of the first frame.
z If the indicator blinks after a shot, this indicates that the movie is
being written to the CF card. You cannot shoot again until it
stops blinking.
z See page 202 for settings that can be changed in this mode.
z Sound is recorded monaurally.
z There is no shutter sound in Movie mode.
z QuickTime 3.0 or higher is required to play back movie files (AVI/
Motion JPEG) on a computer. (QuickTime (for Windows) is
bundled on the supplied Digital Camera Solution Disk. On the
Macintosh platform, QuickTime 3.0 or later is generally bundled
with Mac OS 8.5 or later operating system.)

Macro Mode
Mode Dial

Use the macro mode to shoot close-ups of subjects when the
distance from the tip of the lens to the subject is in the following
range (varies according to the zoom position):
Distance to the subject
10 – 50 cm (3.9 in. – 1.6 ft.)
30 – 50 cm (1.0 – 1.6 ft.)
Macro shooting not available

* The zoom position appears in 35mm film equivalent values.

Press the

Shoot the image.

button.

appears on the display panel and the
LCD monitor (or in the viewfinder).
z Press the
button again to cancel the
macro mode.

z Shooting procedures are the same as for the
mode (p. 53).
z When you turn the zoom ring, the zoom bar accompanied by the
yellow bar under it appears. The yellow bar shows the zoom range
in which you cannot shoot the subject in Macro mode.
If the zoom bar enters the yellow bar range, the macro mode icon
will appear in gray after the zoom bar disappears. You can still
shoot the image, however, the macro mode is canceled.
Zoom bar

Appears in gray

Yellow bar

Approx. 2 seconds
later

Shooting – Letting the Camera Select Settings

Zoom Position (35mm film equivalent)
Wide angle end – 63 mm
63 – 90 mm
90 mm – telephoto end

Macro Mode (continued)

z In macro mode, the correct image brightness sometimes cannot
be obtained with flash photography. Please set the ND filter to
[On] and use the separately sold Macro Ring Lite MR-14EX or
the Macro Twin Lite MT-24EX for flash photography in the macro
mode. Use the Av or M mode and set the aperture to a higher
value as required by the shooting conditions.
z Recordable areas at the minimum shooting range are as follows:
Zoom Position
(35mm film equivalent)
Wide angle end
63 mm
90 mm

Recordable Area
Approximately 157 x 115 mm (6.2 x 4.5 in.)
Approximately 87 x 65 mm (3.4 x 2.6 in.)
Approximately 150 x 112 mm (5.9 x 4.4 in.)

z Use Super Macro mode to get even closer to the subject (p. 75).

Super Macro Mode
Mode Dial

In the [
(Rec.)] menu, select
[Super Macro].
z See Selecting Menus and Settings
(p. 44).

Press the SET button.
z

appears on the LCD monitor (or in the
viewfinder) and the camera enters Super
Macro mode.
z Super Macro is canceled when you do
any of following operations:
• Press the MENU button (If you press
the button again, the menu will
disappear.)
• Select another shooting mode
• Set the camera to Playback mode
• Turn the power off
z The zoom position moves within the
recordable area.

Shooting – Letting the Camera Select Settings

Compared with normal Macro mode, you can get even closer to the
subject and focus on the subject closer to the lens. The background
can also be shot with different effects.
You can shoot subjects in Super Macro mode when the distance
from the tip of the lens to the subject is in the following range: 3 to
30 cm (1.2 in. to 1.0 ft.) (42 to 90 mm (35mm film equivalent)).
The resolution can only be set to M1, M2, M3 or S. If the resolution is
set to L or RAW when you set the camera to Super Macro mode, the
resolution will automatically be changed to M1. (The resolution will
return to the previous setting when you cancel Super Macro mode.)

Super Macro Mode (continued)

Shoot the image.
z Shooting procedures are the same as for the
mode (p. 53).
z During Super Macro mode, only the optical zoom operates even
when the digital zoom is set to On.
z The zoom bar appearing during zoom operation indicates the
following movable zoom range in Super Macro mode: 42 to 90 mm
(35mm film equivalent). The MF indicator appearing in manual
focus mode also shows the movable range of the zoom.
z Be careful not to bang the lens against the subject when
shooting in Super Macro mode.
z Super Macro mode does not work properly when any separately
sold lens is attached to the camera. [Super Macro] cannot be
selected when [Converter] in the Rec. menu is set to anything
other than [None].
z Recordable areas at the minimum shooting range are as follows:
Zoom Position
Recordable Area
(35mm film equivalent)
42 mm
Approximately 44 x 33 mm (1.7 x 1.3 in.)
90 mm
Approximately 35 x 26 mm (1.4 x 1.0 in.)

z You can select [Super Macro] in C1 and C2 (Custom) modes.
However, Super Macro mode cannot be memorized in those
Custom modes.

Self-Timer
You can take pictures with the self-timer in any shooting mode.

Press the

Shoot the image.

button.

z When the self-timer is set to 10 seconds, the self-timer sounds and
the self-timer lamp starts blinking when the shutter button is
pressed all the way. The blinking gets faster two seconds before
the shutter activates.
z When the self-timer is set to 2 seconds, the self-timer lamp blinks
fast from the beginning. The shutter activates in two seconds.
z Shooting procedures are the same as for the
mode (p. 53).
z You can change the self-timer sound by changing the setting in
[Selftimer Sound] in the [
(My Camera)] menu (p. 51).

Setting the Number of Seconds until Shooting
You can set the number of seconds from the time the shutter button
is pressed to the time the image is shot to 10 seconds or 2 seconds.

Select [Self-timer] from the [
(Rec.)] menu.
z See Selecting Menus and Settings
(p. 44).

Select [ ] (10 seconds) or [ ] (2
seconds) and press the MENU
button.

Shooting – Letting the Camera Select Settings

z Press the
button until
appears
on the display panel and
or
appears on the LCD monitor (or in the
viewfinder).
z You can cancel the self-timer by pressing
the
button again.

Digital Zoom
Mode Dial

With the combined optical and digital zoom functions, images can be
zoomed as follows:
8.8x, 11x, 14x, 18x and 22x.

In the [
(Rec.)] menu, select
[Digital Zoom].
z See Selecting Menus and Settings
(p. 44).

2
3

Select [On] and press the MENU
button.
Turn the zoom ring toward telephoto.
z The lens will zoom to the maximum optical telephoto setting and
stop. To further zoom the image digitally, turn the zoom ring in the
same direction.
z To zoom back out, turn the zoom ring in the opposite direction.
Optical zoom
range (white)

Digital zoom range
(blue)

Combined magnifications
of the optical zoom and
digital zoom

Approx. 2 seconds
later

Shoot the image.
z Shooting procedures are the same as for the

mode (p. 53).

z The digital zoom cannot be used with the RAW file format or in
Super Macro mode.
z Images become coarser the more they are digitally zoomed.

Continuous Shooting
Mode Dial

Use this mode to shoot successive frames while the shutter button is
fully pressed.

1
2
3

Press the

Use this mode to view the subject as you shoot
continuously. The shutter interval is longer in this
mode than in
mode.
Use this mode to shoot continuously with a short
shutter interval. You cannot check the subject while
shooting continuously.

button.

z Press the
button until
or
appears on the display panel and the
LCD monitor (or in the viewfinder).
z You can cancel the continuous mode by
pressing the
button until
appears.

Press the shutter button halfway to lock the focus.
Press the shutter button all the way to shoot.
z Shooting will stop when the shutter button is released.
z The shooting speed is as follows.
When [
When [

] is selected: Approx. 1.0 frames per second*
] is selected:Approx. 2.5 frames per second*

* Large/Fine (These figures reflect Canon’s testing standard. The actual
figures will vary according to the shooting conditions and settings.)

Shooting – Letting the Camera Select Settings

Standard
Continuous
Shooting
High Speed
Continuous
Shooting

Continuous Shooting (continued)

z The interval between frames lengthens somewhat when the
internal memory becomes full.
z The built-in flash can be used, but the interval between images
will lengthen to accommodate the flash recharge time.
z The flash will not fire with an externally mounted flash.

Selecting a Continuous Shooting Mode

In the [
(Rec.)] menu, select
[Cont. Shooting].
z See Selecting Menus and Settings
(p. 44).

Select [ ] or [
MENU button.

] and press the

z Turning the camera off restores the standard shooting mode.
However, the selected continuous shooting option will remain
effective the next time continuous shooting is activated.

Shooting – Selecting Particular Effects
Camera settings such as shutter speed and aperture value can be
freely changed for shooting.
See Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 202) at the
end of this manual to find out which settings can be changed
in which shooting modes.

Program AE
Use the program AE mode to have the camera automatically set the
shutter speed and aperture value to match the brightness of the
scene.

1
2

Turn the mode dial to P.

Shoot the image.
z The shutter speed and aperture value will
be set automatically and shown on the
display panel and LCD monitor (or in the
viewfinder).
z The correct exposure has been set if the
shutter speed and aperture value appear
in white on the LCD monitor (or in the
viewfinder).
z You can change the automatically
selected combinations of shutter speeds
and aperture values without altering the
exposure (p. 105).

Shooting – Selecting Particular Effects

z Please see
Auto Mode (p. 53) for shooting procedures
once you have changed a setting.

Program AE (continued)

z See page 202 for settings that can be changed in this mode.
z If a correct exposure cannot be obtained, the shutter speed and
aperture value show in red on the LCD monitor (or in the
viewfinder). Use the following methods to obtain the correct
exposure and make them show in white.
• Use the flash.
• Change the ISO speed setting.
• Change the light metering mode.

Differences between the P and

Modes

z The following settings can be adjusted in P mode, but not in
mode.
• Exposure Compensation
• White Balance
• ISO Speed
• Bracket Mode
• Flash Exposure Compensation
• Photo Effect
• AE Lock
• FE Lock
• ND Filter
• Built-In Flash (Flash on, Slow Synchro, 2nd-curtain flash)
• Continuous Shooting • File Format Settings • Light Metering Mode
• Manual Focus
• AF frame
• Intervalometer

Setting the Shutter Speed
When you set the shutter speed in the shutter speed-priority AE
mode, the camera automatically selects an aperture value to match
the brightness. Faster shutter speeds allow you to catch an
instantaneous image of a moving subject while slower speeds
create a flowing effect and allow you to shoot without a flash in dark
areas.

Turn the mode dial to Tv.
z The shutter speed will show on the display panel
and LCD monitor (or in the viewfinder).

Turn the main dial and select a
shutter speed.

Shoot the image.
Shooting – Selecting Particular Effects

z The correct exposure has been set if the
shutter speed and aperture value show in
white on the LCD monitor (or in the
viewfinder).
z If the aperture value is shown in red on
the LCD monitor (or in the viewfinder),
the image is underexposed (insufficient
light) or overexposed (too much light).
Adjust the shutter speed using the main
dial until the aperture value display turns
to white.
If you set [Safety Shift] to [On] in the Rec.
menu, the shutter speed will shift to the
correct speed automatically. (Safety Shift
function (p. 86))
z If you adjust the zoom after you set the
shutter speed, the aperture value is
sometimes changed according to the
zoom position.
z You can change the automatically
selected combinations of shutter speeds
and aperture values without altering the
exposure (p. 105).
z The nature of CCD image sensors is such that noise in the
recorded image increases at slow shutter speeds. This camera,
however, applies special processing to images shot at shutter
speeds slower than 1.3 seconds to eliminate the noise, thereby
producing high-quality images. Nevertheless, a certain amount
of processing time may be required before the next image can be
shot.

Setting the Shutter Speed (continued)

z See page 202 for settings that can be changed in this mode.
z Please note that camera shake becomes a factor at slow shutter
speeds. If the camera shake warning
appears on the LCD
monitor (or in the viewfinder), secure the camera to a tripod
before shooting.
z The fastest shutter speed for flash synchronization is 1/250
second. The camera automatically resets the shutter speed to
1/250 second if a faster speed is selected.
z The aperture value and shutter speed change according to the
zoom state as follows.

Wide Angle

Telephoto

Aperture Value
F2.4 – 2.8
F3.2 – 5.0
F5.6 – 8.0
F3.5 – 4.0
F4.5 – 7.1
F8.0

Shutter Speed (seconds)
to 1/1600
to 1/2000
to 1/4000
to 1/1600
to 1/2000
to 1/4000

Shutter Speed Display
The shutter speeds from 4000 to 4 in the display panel are actually
the denominator of a fraction of a second. For example, 160
indicates a speed of 1/160 second. For slower speeds, quote
marks indicate the decimal place, so that 0"3 indicates 0.3 second
and 2" indicates 2 seconds.

15" 13" 10" 8" 6" 5" 4" 3"2 2"5 2" 1"6 1"3 1" 0"8 0"6
0"5 0"4 0"3
4 5 6 8 10 13 15 20 25 30 40 50 60 80 100 125 160
200 250 320 400 500 640 800 1000 1250 1600 2000
2500 3200 4000
The display of shutter speeds from 1/4 to 1/4000 second differs
between the display panel and LCD monitor/viewfinder.
Shutter Speed
Display Panel
LCD Monitor/
Viewfinder

15 sec. ··· 0.8 sec. ···
···
···
15"

···

0"8

···

1/4 sec.

1/4

··· 1/4000 sec.
···
···

1/4000

Setting the Aperture

1
2

Turn the mode dial to Av.
z The aperture value will show on the display panel
and LCD monitor (or in the viewfinder).

Turn the main dial and select an
aperture value.
z If you adjust the zoom after you set the
aperture value, the aperture value is
sometimes changed according to the
zoom position.

Shoot the image.
z The correct exposure has been set if the
shutter speed and aperture value show in
white on the LCD monitor (or in the
viewfinder).
z If the shutter speed is shown in red on the
LCD monitor (or in the viewfinder), the
image is underexposed (insufficient light)
or overexposed (too much light). Adjust the aperture value using the
main dial until the shutter speed display turns to white.
If you set [Safety Shift] to [On] in the Rec. menu, the aperture value
will shift to the correct value automatically (Safety Shift function
(p. 86)).
z You can change the automatically selected combinations of
shutter speeds and aperture values without altering the exposure
(p. 105).

Shooting – Selecting Particular Effects

When you set the aperture in the aperture-priority AE mode, the
camera automatically selects a shutter speed to match the
brightness.
Selecting a lower aperture value (opening the aperture) allows you
to blur the background and create a beautiful portrait. A higher
aperture value (closing it) brings the entire range from foreground to
background into focus. The larger the aperture value, the greater the
range of the image brought into clear focus.

Setting the Aperture (continued)

z Depending on the zoom position, certain aperture values may
not be available.
z See page 202 for settings that can be changed in this mode.
z Please note that camera shake becomes a factor at slow shutter
speeds. If the camera shake warning
appears on the LCD
monitor (or in the viewfinder), secure the camera to a tripod
before shooting.
z In this mode, the shutter speed with synchronized flash is 1/60
second to 1/250 second. The aperture value setting may
therefore be changed automatically to match the synchronized
flash speed even if its value was set previously.

Aperture Setting Display
The larger the aperture value, the smaller the lens aperture.
F2.4

F2.8

F3.2

F3.5

F4.0

F5.0

F5.6

F6.3

F7.1

F8.0

F4.5

The display of aperture settings differs between the display panel
and LCD monitor/viewfinder.
Aperture Value
Display Panel
LCD Monitor/Viewfinder

F2.4
F2.4

···
···
···

F8.0
F8.0

Safety Shift
If you set [Safety Shift] to [On] in the Rec. menu when the shooting
mode is Tv or Av, the camera automatically changes the shutter
speed or aperture value to obtain the correct exposure if
necessary.
z The safety shift function does not work when the flash fires.

Manually Setting the Shutter Speed
and Aperture
You can manually set the shutter speed and aperture to achieve a
particular effect. This is convenient for shooting fireworks and other
images where it is difficult to set the correct exposure automatically.

Turn the mode dial to M.
z The shutter speed and aperture value will show
on the display panel and LCD monitor (or in the
viewfinder).

Click the main dial and select a
setting content (shutter speed or
aperture value).
z Clicking the main dial switches between
the shutter speed and the aperture value
setting.

Turn the main dial and select a
shutter speed or an aperture
value.
z If you adjust the zoom after you set the shutter speed/aperture
value, the aperture value is sometimes changed according to the
zoom position.

Shoot the image.

Displays in red

z When you press the shutter button
halfway, the exposure compensation bar
appears on the display panel and a
number on the LCD monitor (or in the
viewfinder) indicates the difference
between standard exposure* and the
selected exposure. If the difference is
more than 2 stops, the LCD monitor (or
viewfinder) shows a red “-2” or “+2”.
* The standard exposure is calculated by the
AE function according to the selected
metering method.

Shooting – Selecting Particular Effects

Manually Setting the Shutter Speed and Aperture (continued)

z See page 202 for settings that can be changed in this mode.
z For the correlation between aperture value and shutter speed,
see page 84.
z If you wish to change the exposure, adjust the shutter speed or
the aperture using the main dial.
z The brightness of the LCD monitor (or viewfinder) matches the
selected shutter speed and aperture value. If you select a fast
shutter speed or shoot a subject in a dark place, set the flash to
(Flash on with red-eye reduction) or
(Flash on), or affix
an external flash to the camera and then the LCD monitor will
always brighten.

Selecting an AF Frame
Mode Dial

1
2
3

Press the

button.

z The AF frame appears in green on the
LCD monitor (or in the viewfinder).

Move the AF frame to the desired
area using the S, T, W or X
arrow on the omni selector.
Press the

button.

z You can immediately shoot the image using the selected AF frame
by pressing the shutter button instead of pressing the
button.
z The AF frame will move back to its original position (Center) if
you hold down the
button.
z The AF frame can also be moved in the macro mode.
z The AF frame can be set in both the macro mode and the
standard mode.
z The AF frame cannot be moved in the super macro mode and
while the manual focus is being used (p. 114).
z When the Spot AE Point is selected as the light metering mode,
you can use the selected AF frame as the Spot AE Point (p. 90).
z For an explanation of the AF frame colors, please refer to
page 41.
z Auto focusing may become slower after the AF frame is moved.

Shooting – Selecting Particular Effects

The AF frame indicates the area of the composition on which the
camera focuses and can be set manually to the desired area. This is
convenient for focusing accurately on an off-center subject to obtain
the composition you desire.
However, the AF frame is fixed to center-point when the digital zoom
is used, even if you previously set the AF frame to the position you
desire.

Switching between Light Metering
Modes
Mode Dial

Evaluative Metering is the default light metering mode. This can be
switched to another metering mode.

Evaluative Metering

Center-Weighted
Averaging

Spot AE
Point

Center

AF Point

Appropriate for standard shooting conditions,
including backlit scenes. The camera divides
images into several zones for light metering.
The camera evaluates the complex lighting
conditions, such as the position of the subject,
the brightness, the background, the direct
light, and the backlighting, and adjusts the
settings to the correct exposure for the main
subject.
Averages the exposure from the entire image,
but places more weight on the subject at the
center.
Meters the area within the spot AE point frame
at the center of the LCD monitor (or
viewfinder). Use this mode when the subject is
backlit or surrounded by bright light.
Meters the spot AF point corresponding to the
AF frame.

Press the
button to select the
metering mode.
z Each press of the
button changes
the metering mode as follows.
(Evaluative
Metering)

(Center-Weighted
Averaging)

Shooting – Selecting Particular Effects

(Spot AE Point)

z The icon of the currently selected light
metering mode appears on the display
panel and LCD monitor (or in the
viewfinder).
(Spot AE Point),
If you have selected
go to step 2.
If you have selected
(Evaluative
Metering) or
(Center- Weighted
Averaging), shoot the image.

In the [
(Rec.)] menu, select
[Spot AE Point].
z See Selecting Menus and Settings
(p. 44).

Select the [Center] or [AF Point]
option, then press the MENU
button.
z When [Spot AE Point] is set to [Center],
the spot AE point frame appears at the
center of the LCD monitor (or viewfinder).
When [Spot AE Point] is set to [AF Point], e.g. Center
it appears inside the AF frame.
Spot AE Point Frame

Adjusting the Exposure
Mode Dial

Adjust the exposure compensation setting to avoid making the
subject too dark when it is backlit or shot against a bright
background.

1
2

Press

(S on the omni selector).

z The exposure compensation bar appears on the display panel and
LCD monitor (or in the viewfinder).

Select a setting using the main
dial or the W or X arrow on the
omni selector.
z The settings can be adjusted in 1/3 stops
in the range of –2EV to +2EV.
z You can shoot the image right after
selecting settings by pressing the shutter
button. The menu displays again after the
shot, allowing you to change the settings
easily.

Press

or click the main dial.

z To cancel the exposure compensation, return the setting to

Adjusting the Tone (White Balance)
Mode Dial

When the white balance mode is set to match the light source, the
camera reproduces colors more accurately.
AWB (

)

(
(

)
)

(

)

Settings are automatically set by the camera
For recording outdoors on a bright day
For recording under overcast, shady or twilight skies
For recording under tungsten and bulb-type 3Tungsten
wavelength fluorescent lighting
For recording under warm-white, cool-white or
Fluorescent
warm-white (3-wavelength) fluorescent lighting
For recording under daylight fluorescent, or
Fluorescent
daylight fluorescent-type 3-wavelength
H
fluorescent lighting
Flash
For flash photography
Custom1 For setting a custom value with a white sheet of
paper, etc., to obtain the optimal white balance
Custom2 for the conditions. There are two custom values:
custom1 and custom2.

The icons in parentheses are the ones on the display panel. (Shown only
when there is a difference between the display panel icon and LCD monitor/
viewfinder icon.)

Press WB (T on the omni selector).
z The current white balance mode will appear on the display panel
and the white balance setting menu will appear on the LCD
monitor (or in the viewfinder).

Shooting – Selecting Particular Effects

(

Auto
Daylight
Cloudy

Adjusting the Tone (White Balance) (continued)

Select the desired setting using
the main dial or the W or X arrow
on the omni selector.
z Please see below regarding the
custom setting.
z You can shoot the image right after
selecting settings by pressing the shutter
button. The menu displays again after the
shot, allowing you to change the settings
easily.

Press

or click the main dial.

z The white balance cannot be adjusted when the photo effect is
set to
(Sepia) or
(B/W).

Setting a Custom White Balance
You can set a custom white balance to obtain the optimal setting for
the shooting conditions by having the camera evaluate a subject
such as a white piece of paper or cloth, or a photo-quality gray card.
You can set two different custom settings. Shoot after reading the
white balance data in
(Custom1) or
(Custom2) in the
following cases since the white balance may not be correctly
adjusted in
(Auto):
• Shooting close-ups
• Shooting subjects of monotone color (such as sky, sea or forest)
• Shooting with a peculiar source of light (such as a mercury-vapor
lamp)

Press WB (T on the omni selector).
z The current white balance mode will appear on the display panel
and the white balance setting menu will appear on the LCD
monitor (or in the viewfinder).

Aim the camera at the white paper or cloth, or gray
card and press the SET button.
z Aim the camera so that the white paper or cloth, or gray card,
completely fills the frame on the LCD monitor (or viewfinder)
before pressing the SET button. When you press the SET button,
the camera reads the white balance data.
z You can shoot the image right after selecting settings by pressing
the shutter button. The menu displays again after the shot,
allowing you to change the settings easily.

Press

or click the main dial.

z To set and use a custom white balance setting, it is advisable to
select the P shooting mode and set the exposure compensation
and flash exposure compensation to zero (±0). The correct white
balance may not be obtained when the exposure is incorrect
(image is completely black or white).
z You should also zoom to the maximum telephoto setting. Also,
the digital zoom should be set to [Off].
z Since the white balance data cannot be read in
mode, preset
the white balance in another shooting mode first before selecting
mode.
z Shoot with the same settings as when reading the white balance
data. If the settings differ, the optimal white balance may not be
set. Especially the following should not be changed.
• Flash
Setting the flash to on or off is recommended. If the flash fires
when reading the white balance data with the flash set to
or
, make sure that you also use the flash when you shoot.
• ISO Speed
z The custom white balance setting is not canceled even if settings
are reset to default settings (p. 52).

Shooting – Selecting Particular Effects

Select
(Custom1) or
(Custom2) using the main dial or
the W or X arrow on the omni
selector.

Changing the Photo Effect
Mode Dial

You can shoot with different photo effects.
(
(

) Photo Effect Off
)

Vivid

(

)

Neutral

(
(
(

)
)
)

Low Sharpening
Sepia
B/W

(

)

Custom Effect

Records with no effect.
Emphasizes the contrast and color
saturation to record in bold color.
Tones down the contrast and color
saturation to record neutral hues.
Records subjects with softened outlines.
Records in sepia tones.
Records in black and white.
You can freely set the contrast,
sharpness and color saturation.

The icons in parentheses are the ones on the display panel.

Press the FUNC. button and
select
* (LCD monitor/Viewfinder) or
* (Display Panel) using the S
or T arrow on the omni selector.
* The current setting is displayed.

z The Photo Effect setting menu appears
on the LCD monitor (or in the viewfinder).

Select the desired setting using
the main dial or the W or X arrow
on the omni selector.
When

is selected

A screen allowing you to set the contrast,
sharpness and color saturation appears
when you press the SET button.

In this screen, select the item you wish to
set using the S or T arrow on the omni
selector and set it using the W or X arrow
on the omni selector.

Contrast
z Select from – (Weak), 0 (Neutral) and +
(Strong).
z This function allows you to adjust the degree of brightness.
z Select from – (Weak), 0 (Neutral) and + (Strong).
z This function allows you to adjust how sharply outlines are defined.

Saturation
z Select from – (Low), 0 (Neutral) and + (High).
z This function allows you to adjust the color depth.
You can shoot the image right after selecting settings by pressing the
shutter button. The menu displays again after the shot, allowing you
to change the settings easily.

Press the FUNC. button or click the main dial.
z The white balance cannot be set when
mode is selected.

(Sepia) or

(B/W)

Shooting – Selecting Particular Effects

Sharpness

Shooting in Adobe RGB Color Space
Mode Dial

This camera can record still images in Adobe RGB color space.
Standard
Normally select this option.
Adobe RGB* Select this option when:
- Doing commercial printing in the Adobe RGB environment
- Using software, monitors and printers compliant with Exif 2.21
* Use of this function is not recommended if you do not have image
processing and Adobe RGB technical knowledge.

In the [
(Rec.)] menu, select
[Color Space].
z See Selecting Menus and Settings
(p. 44).

Select [Adobe RGB] or [Standard]
and press the MENU button.
z No color space setting is shown on the display panel or LCD
monitor (or in the viewfinder) in Shooting mode. Please check
the setting using the Rec. menu. (“Adobe RGB” appears in
Playback mode detailed display.)
z When you play back an image shot in Adobe RGB in detailed
display mode, “Adobe RGB” is displayed (p. 38).
z Adobe RGB supports both the JPEG format and RAW format
(p. 60).
z Images shot in Adobe RGB will be desaturated when played
back or printed using software programs, monitors or printers not
compliant with Exif 2.21.

Changing the ISO Speed
Mode Dial

Raise the ISO speed to prevent camera shake when shooting in
dark places, when you want to shoot without the flash or with a
faster shutter speed.
Shooting – Selecting Particular Effects

Press the FUNC. button and select
* (LCD monitor/Viewfinder) or
* (Display Panel) using the S
or T arrow on the omni selector.
* The current setting is displayed.

z The ISO speed setting menu appears on
the LCD monitor (or in the viewfinder).

Select the desired setting using
the main dial or the W or X arrow
on the omni selector.
z You can shoot the image right after
selecting settings by pressing the shutter
button. The menu displays again after the
shot, allowing you to change the settings
easily.

Press the FUNC. button or click the main dial.

z Higher ISO speeds increase the image noise. To take clean
images, use as low an ISO speed as possible.
z The AUTO setting selects the optimal ISO speed. It will
automatically raise the speed when the light from the flash is
insufficient to illuminate the subject matter.

Auto Exposure Bracketing (AEB
Mode)
Mode Dial

In this mode, the camera automatically changes the exposure within
a set range to take three shots after you press the shutter button
once. You can adjust AEB settings in 1/3EV steps within the range
of –2EV to +2EV of the standard exposure setting. AEB settings can
be combined with exposure compensation settings (p. 92) to extend
the adjustment range.
The images are shot in the following order: Standard exposure,
underexposure and overexposure.

Press the FUNC. button and
select
* (LCD monitor/Viewfinder) or
* (Display Panel) using the
S or T arrow on the omni
selector.
* The current setting is displayed.

z The Bracket setting menu appears on the
LCD monitor (or in the viewfinder).

Select

(LCD monitor/Viewfinder) or
(Display Panel) using the

main dial or the W or X arrow on
the omni selector, then press the
SET button.
z The range indicator appears. If you wish
to use the currently set exposure range,
press the FUNC. button to end the mode
setting operation and shoot the image.

100

Expand or contract the range
using the main dial or the W or X
arrow on the omni selector.

4
5

Press the FUNC. button or click the main dial.
z Select

in Step 2 to cancel AEB mode.

Shoot the image.
z The AEB mode cannot be used for flash photography. If the flash
fires, only one image gets recorded.

101

Shooting – Selecting Particular Effects

z Use X to expand the range and W to
contract it.
z The camera returns to the Step 2 screen
if you press the SET button.
z You can shoot the image right after
selecting settings by pressing the shutter
button. The menu displays again after the
shot, allowing you to change the settings
easily.

Focus Bracketing (Focus-BKT Mode)
Mode Dial

You can shoot three images while the focus changes automatically
when shooting with the manual focus (p. 114). Three ranges -small,
medium or large- can be selected. Images are shot with the focus
position changing in the following order: selected position, further
away and closer.

Press the FUNC. button and
select
* (LCD monitor/Viewfinder) or
* (Display Panel) using the
S or T arrow on the omni
selector.
* The current setting is displayed.

z The Bracket setting menu appears on the
LCD monitor (or in the viewfinder).

Select

(LCD monitor/Viewfinder) or
(Display Panel) using the

main dial or the W or X arrow on
the omni selector, then press the
SET button.
z The range indicator appears. If you wish
to use the currently set focus range,
press the FUNC. button to end the mode
setting operation and shoot the image in
manual focus (p. 114).

102

Expand or contract the range
using the main dial or the W or X
arrow on the omni selector.

4
5

Press the FUNC. button or click the main dial.
Shoot the image in manual focus (p. 114).
z The Focus-BKT mode is not available when shooting with the
flash on. The camera will revert to shooting only one image when
the flash is on.

103

Shooting – Selecting Particular Effects

Locking the Exposure Setting (AE
Lock)
Mode Dial

You can set the exposure and focus separately. This is effective
when the contrast is too strong between the subject and background
or when a subject is backlit.

Focus the AF frame or the spot metering frame on
the subject on which you wish to lock the exposure
setting and press the shutter button halfway.
z Selecting an AF Frame (p. 89)
z Switching between Light Metering Modes (p. 90)

While pressing the shutter button
halfway, press the
button.
z The exposure setting locks (AE lock) and
the
icon appears on the LCD monitor
(or in the viewfinder).
z Using any button or lever other than the
main dial cancels the AE lock.
AE Lock Icon

Recompose the image and shoot.
z The AF frame focuses on the subject.

104

105

Shooting – Selecting Particular Effects

z The automatically selected combinations of shutter speeds and
aperture values can be freely changed without altering the
exposure with the following procedure.
1. Turn the mode dial to P, Tv or Av.
2. Focus on the subject on which you wish to lock the exposure.
• Press the shutter button halfway.
In Tv and Av modes, the Safety Shift function works if
[Safety Shift] is set to [On] (p. 86).
3. Press the
button.
• The exposure setting will lock and the
icon will appear on
the LCD monitor (or in the viewfinder).
4. Turn the main dial until the desired shutter speed or aperture
value is reached.
5. Recompose the image and shoot.
• The setting will cancel after the shot is taken.

Locking the Flash Exposure Setting
(FE Lock)
Mode Dial

You can obtain the correct exposure with flash photography
regardless of the location of your subject in the composition.

Press the
(p. 62).

(Flash) button and set the flash to fire

z If you are using an externally mounted flash, please refer to its
manual for setting instructions.

2
3

Focus the AF frame or the spot metering frame on
the subject on which you wish to lock the flash
exposure setting and press the shutter button
halfway.
While pressing the shutter button halfway, press the
button.
z The exposure setting locks (FE lock) and the
icon appears on
the LCD monitor (or in the viewfinder).
z The flash will fire a pre-flash and lock the flash exposure to the
required intensity to illuminate the subject.
z Each time you press the
button, the flash exposure fires a preflash and locks at the required intensity for that composition.
z Using any button or lever other than the main dial cancels the FE lock.

Recompose the image and shoot.

z The FE lock only functions with the built-in flash, an externally
mounted EX series Speedlite, a Macro Ring Lite or a Macro Twin
Lite.
z The FE lock function is not available when [Flash Adjust] is set to
[Manual].

106

Switching between Flash Adjustment
Settings
Mode Dial

* Speedlite 220EX/380EX/420EX/550EX, Macro Ring Lite MR-14EX, Macro
Twin Lite MT-24EX

1
2

Select [Flash Adjust] from the [

(Rec.)] menu.

z See Selecting Menus and Settings (p. 44).

Select [Auto] or [Manual] and press the MENU
button.

Compensating the Flash Adjustment (

(Flash))

Mode Dial

The flash adjustment can be changed when [Flash Adjust] is set to
[Auto]. The settings can be adjusted in 1/3-stop increments in the
range of –2EV to +2EV. By combining this function with the
camera’s exposure compensation function, you can adjust the
exposure of the background as well as the subject.

1
2

Press the FUNC. button, then select
or T arrow on the omni selector.

using the S

Adjust the compensation using
the main dial or the W or X arrow
on the omni selector.
z You can shoot the image right after
selecting settings by pressing the shutter
button. The menu displays again after the
shot, allowing you to change the settings
easily.

107

Shooting – Selecting Particular Effects

The built-in flash and the externally mounted flash* fire with
automatic flash adjustments (except in the M mode), but it is
possible to set them so that they fire without any adjustments.

Switching between Flash Adjustment Settings (continued)

Press the FUNC. button or click the main dial.
z To cancel the compensation, return the setting to

Compensating the Flash Output
In M mode or when [Flash Adjust] is set to [Manual], the flash output
can be controlled in three steps, starting from FULL, when shooting.
This setting is also active with slave flash photography where
multiple flashes are fired at the subject from different positions
because the pre-flash does not fire. When an externally mounted
flash is attached, its flash output can be controlled (Up to 1/16 from
Full, in 1/3 steps).

1
2

Press the FUNC. button, then select
or T arrow on the omni selector.

using the S

Adjust the output using the main
dial or the W or X arrow on the
omni selector.
z You can shoot the image right after
selecting settings by pressing the shutter
button. The menu displays again after the
shot, allowing you to change the settings
easily.

Press the FUNC. button or click the main dial.

108

Switching the Timing at which the Flash
Fires
Mode Dial

1st-curtain

Image shot with the
1st-curtain setting

Image shot with the
2nd-curtain setting

From the [
(Rec.)] menu, select [1st-curtain] or
[2nd-curtain] in [Flash Sync].

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Shooting – Selecting Particular Effects

2nd-curtain

The flash fires right after the shutter opens, regardless of the
shutter speed. Usually, the 1st-curtain is used when
shooting.
The flash fires right before the shutter closes, regardless of
the shutter speed. Compared with the 1st-curtain, the flash
fires later and this allows you to shoot images in which, for
example, a car’s rear lamps seem to trail off behind.

Shooting Images at Set Intervals
(Intervalometer)
Mode Dial

You can shoot images at a set interval. This function can be used for
fixed-point observation of plants and blooming flowers. The shooting
interval time can be set from 1 to 60 minutes and 2 to 100 images
can be shot.
z Since the camera may shoot continuously for an extended period
of time, the use of the separately sold Compact Power Adapter
CA-560 is recommended (p. 182).

Select [Intervalometer] from the
[
(Rec.)] menu.
z See Selecting Menus and Settings
(p. 44).

Select an interval time using the
W or X arrow on the omni
selector.
z If you press the omni selector
continuously, the interval time increases
in units of 5 minutes at a time.

110

Press the T arrow on the omni
selector, then select the number
of shots using the W or X arrow
on the omni selector.

* The maximum number of shots may
decrease according to the images shot.

Press the SET button

Press the shutter button.

appears on the LCD monitor (or in the viewfinder) and
appears on the display panel.

z The first image is shot and the interval shooting session starts.
z Once the set number of shots is taken, the camera automatically
powers down regardless of the power saving function settings.
z If the below operations are accessed while the interval shooting is
in process, the interval shooting session will be canceled.
• Turning the mode dial or pressing the shutter button halfway
while the camera is waiting to shoot the next image
• Opening the CF card/battery cover
• Switching to Playback mode
• Turning off the power
z Once the interval shooting session is started, all operation
buttons become inactive.
z The lens stays extended until the next image is shot.
z Images are not displayed on the LCD monitor (or in the
viewfinder) right after being shot.
z Interval shooting is not available when the date and time are not
set.
z Super Macro mode, Continuous Shooting (normal, high-speed)
and Self-timer are not available.
z The AEB mode and the Focus-BKT mode settings cannot be set.

111

Shooting – Selecting Particular Effects

z If you press the omni selector
continuously, the number of shots
increases in units of 5 shots at a time.
z The maximum number of shots* is
determined according to the CF card’s
remaining capacity.

Shooting Problem Subjects for the
Autofocus
The autofocus may not work well on the following types of subjects.
• Subjects with extremely low contrast to the surroundings
• Subjects mixing close and far objects
• Subjects with extremely bright objects at the center of the
composition
• Subjects that are moving quickly
• Subjects with horizontal stripes
To shoot these subjects, first aim the camera at an object at a similar
distance, lock the focus (focus lock) or autofocus (AF lock) and
recompose the image with the desired subject. You can also use
manual focus.

Shooting with Focus Lock
Mode Dial

1
2
3

Aim the AF frame at an object at a similar distance to
the subject you wish to shoot.
Press the shutter button halfway to lock the focus.
z The AE setting will also lock when you do this. The exposure may
occasionally be incorrect if the difference between the two items is
too great. Use the AF lock function or the AE lock procedure
(p. 104) when this happens.

Keep it pressed while you recompose the image and
press the shutter button all the way to shoot the
image.

112

Shooting with AF Lock
Mode Dial

Press the shutter button halfway to lock the focus.
Keep it pressed and press the MF button.

Recompose the image and press the shutter button
all the way to shoot the image.
z The AF lock function is convenient because you can let go of the
shutter button to recompose the image. Moreover, the focus
remains locked after the picture is taken, allowing you to capture
a second image with the same focus.
z When shooting through glass, get as close as possible to avoid
reflection off the glass.

113

Shooting – Selecting Particular Effects

z The
icon appears on the LCD monitor (or in the viewfinder).
z The focus setting will lock even if the shutter button and the MF
button are released.
z The AF lock will cancel if the MF button is pressed again.

Shooting Problem Subjects for the Autofocus (continued)

Shooting in Manual Focus Mode
Mode Dial

The focus can be manually set.

Press and hold the MF button,
then turn the zoom ring to focus
on the subject.
z The `
icon and the MF indicator will
appear on the LCD monitor (or in the
viewfinder).
z The AF frame area is magnified when
[MF-Point Zoom] is set to [On] in the [
(Rec.)] menu.*

MF indicator

* Except in the
and
modes, when the
digital zoom is activated or a TV is used as
the display.
* Can also be set so that the image displayed
is not magnified (p. 47).

z The MF indicator shows approximate figures. Use them as a
shooting guideline only.
z Adjust the focus by turning the zoom ring until the image appears
focused on the LCD monitor (or in the viewfinder).
z If you let go of the MF button without operating the zoom ring,
Manual Focus mode will be canceled.

Shoot the image.

114

Using the Manual Focus in Combination with the
Auto Focus
Mode Dial

The camera automatically searches for a more suitable focusing
point from the current manually focused location.

Focus the camera with the manual focus, then press
the SET button.
z The camera focuses automatically to a more accurate focusing
point near the current focusing point.
z You cannot change the AF frame setting while focusing
manually. Cancel the manual focus mode, then change the AF
frame setting.
z You can use manual focus in the macro focal distance (p. 73). In
this case, the fine scale is adopted.
z You can change the MF indicator displayed distance units
(p. 50).

115

Shooting – Selecting Particular Effects

Switching between Focus Settings
Mode Dial

You can switch between focus settings to shoot.
Continuous

Single

The camera is continually focusing on whatever
it is aimed even when the shutter button is not
pressed, allowing you to shoot without missing
opportunities. This is the default setting.
The camera only focuses when the shutter
button is pressed halfway, conserving battery
power.

In the [
(Rec.)] menu, select
[AF Mode].
z See Selecting Menus and Settings
(p. 44).

Select [Continuous] or [Single]
and press the MENU button.

Saving Custom Settings
You can save frequently used shooting modes and various shooting
settings to the C (custom) mode. This camera is equipped with two
modes ([C1] and [C2]), allowing you to save two types of custom
settings. When necessary, you can then shoot images with
previously saved settings by simply turning the mode dial to C1 or
C2. Settings that are usually forgotten when the shooting mode is
changed or when the power is turned off (such as Macro mode or
Drive mode) are also remembered.

116

Settings that can be saved to the
• Shooting Mode (P, Tv, Av and
M)
• Rec. menu settings
• Manual Focus location

mode

Turn the mode dial to P, Tv, Av or M.
Shooting – Selecting Particular Effects

1
2
3

• Functions available in P, Tv,
Av and M except for Super
Macro mode (p. 202)
• Zoom location

Set the setting contents you wish to save.
Select [Save settings] from the
[
(Rec.)] menu.
z See Selecting Menus and Settings
(p. 44).

4
5

Select [C1] or [C2] and press the SET button.
z Selects a save destination (C1 or C2).

Press the MENU button.

z When you wish to re-save partially modified settings (except
shooting mode) that were previously saved in the C1 or C2 mode,
select C1 or C2 in Step 1.
z The setting contents do not influence other shooting modes.
z Saved settings can be reset (p. 52).

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Using the ND Filter
Mode Dial

The brightness can be decreased by setting the ND filter on. This
allows you to select a smaller aperture value and a slower shutter
speed than usual.

1
2

Select [ND Filter] in the [

(Rec.)] menu.

z See Selecting Menus and Settings (p. 44).

Select [On] and press the MENU button.
z ND appears on the display panel and the LCD monitor (or in the
viewfinder).
z Always use a tripod to prevent camera shake in this mode.

z Standard brightness is decreased to approximately 1/8 when the
ND filter is on. For example, if the appropriate aperture value is
8, it becomes 2.8 when the ND filter is on.

118

Setting the Auto Rotate Function
Mode Dial

Select [Auto Rotate] in the [
(Set up)] menu.
z See Selecting Menus and Settings
(p. 44).

Select [On] and press the MENU
button.
z When this function is On, an icon
showing the orientation of the camera
appears at the upper right corner of the
LCD monitor (or viewfinder).
Normal
Camera on right end
Camera on left end

z This function may not operate correctly when the camera is
pointed straight up or down. Check that the correct camera
orientation icon (e.g.
) is displayed and if it is not, then set the
Auto Rotate function to Off.
z Even if the Auto Rotate function is set to On, the orientation of
images downloaded to a computer will depend upon software
used to download the images.
z When the camera is held on end to shoot, the Intelligent
Orientation sensor judges the upper end to be “up” and the lower
end to be “down”. It then regulates the optimal white balance and
exposure for vertical photography. This function operates
regardless of the On/Off status of the Auto Rotate function.
z When changing the camera’s orientation between the horizontal
and vertical positions, you may hear noise coming from the
orientation detection mechanism. This is not a malfunction.

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This camera is equipped with an Intelligent Orientation sensor that
detects the orientation of an image shot with the camera on end and
automatically rotates it to the correct viewing orientation in the
display. You can set this function on/off.

Resetting the File Numbers
You can select the way file numbers are assigned.
On
Off

The file numbers are reset to the start (100-0001) each time a new CF
card is inserted. New images recorded on CF cards with existing files
are assigned the next available number.
The file number of the last image to be shot is memorized so that
images recorded to a new CF card start from the next number.

In the [
(Set up)] menu, select
[File No. Reset].
z See Selecting Menus and Settings
(p. 44).

Select [On] or [Off] and press the
MENU button.
z Setting the [File No. Reset] to [Off] is useful for avoiding file
name duplication when images are downloaded to a computer.

About File and Folder Numbers
Images are assigned file numbers from 0001 to 9900, and folders
are assigned folder numbers from 100 to 998 (folder numbers
cannot contain 99 in the last two digits).
DCIM
CANON

CANON

CANON
Folder numbers cannot contain 99 in the last two digits.

CANON

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Folder File Capacity
Each folder usually contains up to 100 images.
However, since images shot in Continuous mode or Stitch Assist
mode are always saved into the same folder, a folder may contain
more than 100 images. The number of images may also exceed
100 if a folder contains images copied from a computer or images
shot with other cameras. Please note, however, that the images in
folders containing 2001 or more images cannot be replayed in this
camera.
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121

Playback

Displaying Images Individually
You can view the recorded images on the LCD monitor (or in the
viewfinder).

Open the LCD monitor.

Turn the mode lever to

z The LCD monitor can be freely opened to
any position (p. 32).
z You can use the viewfinder for playback
without opening the LCD monitor.

z The last recorded image appears (single
image playback).
z You can switch between the LCD monitor
and viewfinder by pressing the
button.
z
appears on the display panel.

Move between images turning the
main dial or using the W or X
arrow on the omni selector.
z Use W to move to the previous image
and X to move to the next. Holding W or
X moves more rapidly between images,
but the images will not appear as clearly.
z Turn the main dial to the left to move to the previous image and to
the right to move to the next.
z Turn the main dial or press the W or X arrow on the omni selector
after having pressed the JUMP button, to jump 10 images behind
or ahead. (A black screen appears while the camera is jumping
images.) If you press the JUMP button once more, the camera
returns to the single image playback screen.
z You may not be able to play back images that have been shot
with another camera or edited on a computer or with other
software applications.
z Press the INFO. button to show the data for the displayed image
(p. 34).
z Press the
button to quickly delete the displayed image (p. 138).

122

Magnifying Images
Images can be magnified up to approximately 10 times while in
single image playback.

While in single image playback,
press the
button or turn the
zoom ring toward telephoto.

Approximate position

Playback, Erasing

z Press the W, X, S or T arrow on the
omni selector to move the magnified area
around the image.
z To reduce the size of the magnified
image, press the
button or turn the
zoom ring toward wide angle.
z You can also magnify images by pressing
the
button while holding the SET
button. Each press of the
button
magnifies the image approx. 2.5 times,
approx. 5 times and 10 times in order.
Also, the magnified image can be
reduced to approx. 5 times, 2.5 times and
normal size in order by pressing the
button repeatedly while holding the SET
button.

z Movie frames and index playback images cannot be magnified.

z You can magnify an image while it is displayed on the LCD
monitor (or in the viewfinder) in Shooting mode immediately after
the image is shot (p. 54).
z Use the main dial to choose another image when the image is
magnified.

123

Viewing Nine Images at a Time
(Index Playback)
Up to nine images can be viewed at once in index playback.

While in single image playback,
press the
button.
z Nine images appear at once (index
playback).

Movie
Frame

Selected
Image

Change the image selection by turning the main dial
or using the S, T, W or X arrow on the omni
selector.
Pressing the S arrow in this row displays the
previous set of nine images.
Pressing the T arrow in this row displays the
next set of nine images.

Press the

button.

z Index playback cancels and the display reverts to single image
playback.
z Press the INFO. button to show the data for the displayed image
(p. 34).

124

JUMP Jumping Between Images
The display can be advanced or set back 9 images in either single
image playback or index playback.

Press the JUMP button while in single image
playback (p. 122) or index playback (p. 124).
z The jump bar appears.

The displayed image(s) change.
Single Image Playback

Playback, Erasing

z Jump 9 images behind or ahead by
turning the main dial or using the W or X
arrow on the omni selector.
z Display the first or last image by pressing
the W or X arrow on the omni selector
while holding the SET button.

Jump Bar

Index Playback
z Jump to the previous or next set of nine
images by turning the main dial or using
the W or X arrow on the omni selector.
z Display the first or last 9 images by
pressing the W or X arrow on the omni
selector while holding the SET button.
Jump Bar

Press the JUMP button.
z The jump bar disappears and the jump mode cancels.

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Viewing Movies
You can play back movies shot in

1
2

Turn the mode lever to

mode.

z Movies cannot be viewed in index playback.

Select a movie by turning the
main dial or using the W or X
arrow on the omni selector.
z A movie displays with the instruction
on it.

3
4

Press the SET button.
z The movie playback panel appears.

Select
(Play) using the W or
X arrow on the omni selector and
press the SET button.
z The movie images and sound will play.
z You can adjust the volume using the S
or T arrow on the omni selector.
z When a movie has finished playing, it will
display the last frame. If the SET button is
pressed in this state, the camera will
revert to the movie playback display. If
the SET button is pressed again, the
movie will start playing from the first
frame.

Pausing and Resuming Play
z Press the SET button to pause the
movie. Press it again to resume.

Exiting Movie Playback
z Press the MENU button (the Play menu
appears). To select another movie or
image, press the MENU button again (the
screen returns to Step 2).

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Volume

Fast Forwarding/Rewinding
z Select one of the following operations using the W or X arrow on
the omni selector and press the SET button.
(Exit)
: Return to single image playback
(First Frame)
: First Frame
(Previous Frame) : Previous Frame (Rewinds if the SET button is
held down)
(Next Frame)
: Next Frame (Fast-forwards if the SET button
is held down)
(Last Frame)
: Last Frame

z The volume at which movies play back can also be adjusted in
the Set up menu (p. 49).
If you set [Mute] to [On] in the Set up menu (p. 49), no sound is
reproduced. However, you can resume the sound and adjust the
volume during movie playback by pressing the S or T arrow on
the omni selector.
z Please adjust the audio sound level on the TV when viewing
movie files on a TV.

127

Playback, Erasing

z You may experience frame dropping and audio breakup when
playing back a movie on a computer with insufficient system
resources.

Editing Movies
You can delete unwanted portions from the first or second half of a
movie clip.

Select the movie you wish to edit and press the SET
button.
z See Viewing Movies (p. 126).

Select
(Edit) using the W or
X arrow on the omni selector and
press the SET button.
z The movie editing panel and the movie
editing bar appear.

Select an editing method using
the S or T arrow on the omni
selector.
(Cut beginning) : Deletes frames in the
first half of the movie
(Cut end)
: Deletes frames in the
second half of the
movie
(Exit)
: Reverts to the movie
playback panel

Movie
Editing
Panel

Movie
Editing
Bar

Select the range you wish to edit
using the W or X arrow on the
omni selector.

Editing position

Select
(Play) using the S or T arrow on the omni
selector and press the SET button.
z The temporarily edited movie will start playing.
z The movie will stop if you press the SET button while it is playing.

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Select
(Save) using the S or
T arrow on the omni selector and
press the SET button.
z When
is selected, the edited movie
is not saved and the camera reverts to
the movie editing panel.

Select [Overwrite] or [New File]
using the W or X arrow on the
omni selector and press the SET
button.
Playback, Erasing

z [Overwrite]: Saves the edited movie
under the same file name as
the original movie. The
original data is deleted.
z [New File]: Saves the edited movie
under a new file name. The
original data is not deleted.
z When there is not enough space left on
the CF card, only the overwrite function is
available.
z Protected movies cannot be edited.
z It may take approximately 3 minutes to save an edited movie. If
the battery pack runs out of charge partway through, edited
movie clips cannot be saved. When editing movies, use a fully
charged battery pack or separately sold Compact Power Adapter
CA-560 (p. 182).
z Movies with an original length of 1 second or more can be edited
in 1-frame units.

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Rotating Images in the Display
Images can be rotated 90° and 270° clockwise on the LCD monitor
(or in the viewfinder).
Original

90°

270°

Select [Rotate] from the [
(Play)] menu.
z See Selecting Menus and Settings
(p. 44).

Select an image you want to
rotate by turning the main dial or
by using the W or X arrow on the
omni selector and press the SET
button.
z The image cycles to the next orientation
(90° J 270° J original) each time the
SET button is pressed.

Press the MENU button.
z The Play menu appears again. Press the MENU button again to
close the menu.
z Movie images cannot be rotated.
z When images are downloaded to a computer, the orientation of
images rotated by the camera will depend upon the software
used to download the images.

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z Images can be magnified when rotated (p. 123).
z Images taken vertically with the auto rotate function (p. 119) set
to [On] will automatically be rotated to the vertical position when
viewed on the LCD monitor (or in the viewfinder).

Attaching Sound Memos to Images
In playback mode (including single image playback, index playback,
magnified playback and the review immediately after shooting in
Shooting mode) you can attach sound memos (up to 60 seconds) to
an image. The sound data is saved in WAVE format.
Playback, Erasing

Press the
button while playing
back images.
z The Sound Memo panel appears.

Select
using the W or X arrow
on the omni selector, then press
the SET button.
z The recording starts and the elapsed time
is displayed. Speak towards the
microphone of the camera.
z To stop recording, press the SET button.
To restart recording, press the SET
button again.
z You can add as many sound memos as
you like until their total time reaches 60
seconds.
z Press the
button to end the sound
memo settings.

Sound Memo Panel

Playing back the Sound Memos
Select
in step 2 above. Images with sound memos are
displayed with the
mark (standard display or detailed display).
To stop playback, press the SET button. To restart playback, press
the SET button again. You can adjust the volume using the S or T
arrow on the omni selector.

131

Attaching Sound Memos to Images (continued)

Erasing the Sound Memos
Select

in Step 2 on the previous page.

z You cannot attach sound memos to movies.
z You cannot record or playback sound notes for images that
already have an incompatible sound file attached. If you attempt
to record or play such images, the “Incompatible WAVE format”
message will display. Incompatible sound files can be deleted
with this camera.
z Sound memos for protected images cannot be erased (p. 137).
z The volume can be adjusted in the Set up menu (p. 49).
If you set [Mute] to [On] in the Set up menu (p. 49), no sound is
reproduced, however, you can resume the sound and adjust the
volume during movie playback by pressing the S or T arrow on
the omni selector.

132

Automated Playback (Slide Show)
Slide show image settings are based on DPOF standards (p. 147).

Starting a Slide Show
All images or a selection of images on a CF card can be displayed
one-by-one in an automated slide show.
All Images
Slide Show 1 – 3

In the [
(Play)] menu, select [Slide
Show] and press the SET button.

Playback, Erasing

Plays all the images on the CF card in order
Plays the images selected for each show in order.

z See Selecting Menus and Settings
(p. 44).

Press the S or T arrow on the
omni selector to select [Program].
Press the W or X arrow to select
between [All Images] or any one
of slide [Show 1] – [Show 3].

Press the S or T arrow on the
omni selector to select [Start] and
press the SET button.
z The slide show will start and
automatically stop when the show is
done.

Pausing and Resuming a Slide Show
z Press the SET button to pause the show. Press it again to resume.

Fast Forwarding/Rewinding a Slide Show
z Turn the main dial or use the W or X arrow on the omni selector to
move to the previous or next image.

Stopping a Slide Show
Press the MENU button during a slide show to stop it and display the
slide show menu.

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Automated Playback (Slide Show) (continued)

When the slide show is over, press the MENU button.
z The slide show menu appears again. Press the MENU button
again to close the menu.
z Movie images play for the length of time that they were recorded
regardless of the time set in the slide show settings.
z The power saving function is disabled while a slide show plays
on the camera (p. 31).

Selecting Images for Slide Shows
You can mark images for inclusion in slide shows 1-3. Up to 998
images may be marked per slide show. Images display in the order
of their selection.

1
2

Display the slide show menu
(p. 133).
Press the S arrow on the omni
selector to select [Program].
Press the W or X arrow to select
[Show 1], [Show 2] or [Show 3].
z A check mark will appear beside a show
already containing images.

3
4

Press the T, and W or X arrow on the omni selector
to choose [Select] and press the SET button.
Mark images to include in the
show.
Single Image Playback
z Move between images using the main
dial or the W or X arrow on the omni
selector and mark or remove marks from
images using the S or T arrow on the
omni selector.
z The selection number and a check mark
appear at the top of selected images.

134

Index Playback

Playback, Erasing

z Press the
button to switch to index
playback (3 images).
z Select an image using the main dial or
the W or X arrow on the omni selector
and mark or remove marks from images
using the S or T arrow on the omni
selector.
z The selection number and a check mark
appears at the bottom of selected
images.
z After you press the SET button, you can
select all the images by selecting [Mark
all] using S or T on the omni selector
and pressing the SET button again. (You
can deselect all the images by selecting
[Clear all].)
z You can select images using the main
dial or the W or X arrow on the omni
selector and change the settings using
the S or T arrow on the omni selector
after [Mark all] or [Clear all] has been
selected.

Press the MENU button.
z The image selection screen will close.

135

Automated Playback (Slide Show) (continued)

Adjusting the Play Time and Repeat Settings
You can change the play time for all the images in a show and have
the show repeat itself continuously.
Sets the duration that each image in a slide show is displayed.
Play Time The options are any one of 3 – 10 seconds, 15 seconds, 30
seconds and Manual.
Sets whether the slide show stops when all the slides have
Repeat
been displayed or continues to display until stopped.

1
2
3
4

Display the slide show menu.
Select [Set up] using the W or X
arrow on the omni selector and
press the SET button.
Select [Play Time] or [Repeat]
using the S or T arrow on the
omni selector.
Select a setting using the W or X arrow on the omni
selector.
Play Time

Repeat

z Select a play time.

z Select [On] or [Off].

Press the MENU button.
z The set up menu closes.
z The display interval may vary somewhat for some images.
z Slide shows can be easily edited on a computer with the supplied
ZoomBrowser EX or ImageBrowser software programs.

136

Protecting Images
You can protect important images from accidental erasure.

In the [
(Play)] menu, select
[Protect] and press the SET
button.
z See Selecting Menus and Settings
(p. 44).

Select an image you want to
protect and press the SET button.

Playback, Erasing

z The
icon appears on protected
images.
z To remove the protection, press the SET
button again (in protection mode).
z You can make the selection of images
easier by toggling between single image
playback and index playback with the
button.

Press the MENU button.
z The protect window closes.
z Please note that formatting (initializing) a CF card erases all
data, including protected images (p. 139) and other file types.
Please check the contents of a CF card before formatting it.

137

Erasing

Erasing Images Individually
z Please note that erased images cannot be recovered. Exercise
caution before erasing a file.

1
2

Select the image you wish to erase and press the
button.
Select [Erase] using the W or X
arrow on the omni selector and
press the SET button.
z To cancel instead of erasing, select
[Cancel] and press the SET button.

z Protected images cannot be erased with the erase function
(p. 137).

Erasing All Images
1. In the [
(Play)] menu, select [Erase all] and press the SET
button.
• See Selecting Menus and Settings (p. 44).
The “Erase all images?” message appears.
2. Press the W or X arrow on the omni selector to select [OK] and
press the SET button.
• To cancel instead of erasing, select [Cancel] and press the SET
button.
z Please note that erased images cannot be recovered. Exercise
caution before erasing a file.
z Protected images cannot be erased with the erase function
(p. 137).

138

Formatting a CF Card
You should always format a new CF card or one from which you
wish to erase all images and other data. Formatting may restore a
CF card if it returns an error or if the “ ” message displays.
z Please note that formatting (initializing) a CF card erases all
data, including protected images and other file types. Please
check the contents of the CF card before formatting it.

In the [
(Set up)] menu, select
[Format] and press the SET button.

Playback, Erasing

z See Selecting Menus and Settings
(p. 44).

Press the W or X arrow on the
omni selector to select [OK] and
press the SET button.
z To cancel formatting instead, select
[Cancel] and press the SET button.
z The capacity of the CF card displayed
after formatting will be less than the rated
capacity written on the label of the CF
card. This is not a malfunction of the CF
card or camera.
z If the camera does not work properly, the inserted CF card may
be malfunctioning. Reformatting the CF card may solve the
problem.
z When a non-Canon brand CF card is malfunctioning,
reformatting it may solve the problem.
z CF cards formatted in another camera, computer or peripheral
device may not operate correctly. When that happens, reformat
the CF card with this camera. If formatting in the camera does
not work properly, turn the camera off and reinsert the CF card.
Then turn the camera back on and format again.

139

Print Order

About Printing
You can easily print images stored on the CF card by connecting the
camera to a direct print compatible printer with a cable and operating
the camera buttons. In addition, you can specify the images on your
CF card you want to print and how many copies you want (DPOF*
Print Settings), and then take the CF card to a participating photo lab
to have them printed out later.
This camera complies with the industry standard PictBridge,
therefore, you can connect the camera to non-Canon PictBridge
compliant printers and print images.
* Digital Print Order Format

This manual explains the DPOF print settings. For information
on how to print images, refer to the Direct Print User Guide
supplied with the camera.
Also, refer to your printer’s manual.

Direct Print Compatible Printer

Card Photo
Printer

Bubble Jet
Printer

Non-Canon PictBridge
compliant printers

CF Card

140

Photo Lab

Refer to the System Map supplied with your camera for direct
print compatible printer (CP series or Bubble Jet printers)
information.

Direct Print Compatible Printing
z Connect the camera to the printer
z Set various print settings (except DPOF print settings)
z Print
For details, see the Direct Print User Guide.

DPOF Print Settings
z See Selecting Images for Printing (p. 142).
Print Order, Transferring

z Set the number of print copies (p. 142).
z See Setting the Print Style (p. 144).
z Standard/Index/Both
z Date: On/Off
z File Numbers: On/Off
For details, see the Direct Print User Guide.

DPOF Transfer Order
z Select the images to download to a computer (p. 147).

141

Print Settings (DPOF Print Settings)
You can select images on a CF card for printing and specify the
number of print copies in advance using the camera. This is
extremely convenient for sending the images to a photo developing
service or for printing on a direct print function compatible printer.
Refer to the Direct Print User Guide for instructions on how to select
print settings from the printer.
z The
mark may appear on images that have had print marks
set by another DPOF compliant camera. These settings will be
overwritten by any print marks set by your camera.
z The output of some digital printers or photo lab services may not
reflect the specified print settings.
z Print settings cannot be set for movie images or RAW images.

Selecting Images for Printing

In the [
(Play)] menu, select
[Print Order] and press the SET
button.
z See Selecting Menus and Settings
(p. 44).

2
3

Press the W or X arrow on the
omni selector to select [Order]
and press the SET button.

Select images for printing.
Single Images
z When the print type (p. 144) is set to
[Standard] or [Both], select an image
using the main dial or the W or X arrow
on the omni selector. You can set the
number of copies (up to 99) to be printed
using the S or T arrow on the omni
selector.

142

Number of
Copies

z When the print type (p. 144) is set to
[Index], select an image using the main
dial or the W or X arrow on the omni
selector and mark or remove marks from
images using the S or T arrow on the
omni selector. A check mark appears on
the marked image.
z You can use the same procedures to
select images in index playback (3
images). Press the
button to switch
between single image playback and
index playback.

All the Images on a CF Card

Print Order, Transferring

z Press the
button to switch to index
playback (3 images).
z You can set one copy of each image to
print by pressing the SET button, then
selecting [Mark all] using the S or T
arrow on the omni selector, and pressing
the SET button again.
z When the print type is set to [Standard] or
[Both], the setting for the number of print
copies can be changed for each image.
When [Index] is selected, the print
settings can be deleted. For the
instructions on changing settings, please
reread Step 3 from the beginning.
z You can cancel all the settings by
selecting [Clear all].

Press the MENU button.
z The selection mode will turn off and the Print Order menu will
reappear.
z Images are printed in order from oldest to newest by the shooting
date.
z A maximum of 998 images can be marked per CF card.
z When [Print Type] is set to [Both], the number of copies can be
set. When it is set to [Index], the number of copies cannot be set
(only one copy will be printed).
z Print settings can also be assigned to images with the supplied
software programs on a computer.

143

Print Settings (DPOF Print Settings) (continued)

Setting the Print Style
Always select a print style after having selected the image you wish
to print.
The following print settings can be selected.
Standard
Print
Type

Index
Both

Date
File No.

Prints one image per page
Prints the selected images together at a
reduced size in an index format
Prints the images in both the standard and
index formats
Adds the date to the print
Adds the file number to the print

In the [
(Play)] menu, select
[Print Order] and press the SET
button.
z See Selecting Menus and Settings
(p. 44).

Press the W or X arrow on the
omni selector to select [Set up]
and press the SET button.

Press the S or T arrow on the omni selector to
select [Print Type], [Date] or [File No.].

144

Press the W or X arrow on the
omni selector to select a setting.
Print Type
z Select [Standard], [Index] or [Both].

Date
z Select [On] or [Off].

File No.
z Select [On] or [Off].

Press the MENU button.
z The set up menu will close and the Print Order menu will reappear.
z When [Print Type] is set to [Index], the [Date] and [File No.]
cannot be set to [On] at the same time.
z With CP printers, if [Print Type] is set to [Both], both [Date] and
[File No.] can be set to [On], however, only the file number is
printed for the index print.

145

Print Order, Transferring

z The date prints as the date and time in the format specified in the
Set Date/Time menu (p. 26).

Print Settings (DPOF Print Settings) (continued)

Resetting the Print Settings
The print settings can all be removed at once. The print type is reset
to [Standard] and the date and file number options are set to [Off].

In the [
(Play)] menu, select
[Print Order] and press the SET
button.
z See Selecting Menus and Settings
(p. 44).

Press the W or X arrow on the
omni selector to select [Reset]
and press the SET button.

Press the W or X arrow on the
omni selector to select [OK] and
press the SET button.

146

Image Transmission Settings (DPOF
Transfer Order)
You can use the camera to specify settings for images before
downloading to a computer. Refer to the Software Starter Guide for
instructions on how to transfer images to your computer. You cannot
use this function to transfer several images at once on Mac OS X
computers.
The settings used on the camera comply with the Digital Print Order
Format (DPOF) standards.
z The
mark may appear on images that have had transfer
marks set by another DPOF compliant camera. These settings
will be overwritten by any transfer marks set by your camera.

Selecting Images for Transferring
Print Order, Transferring

In the [
(Play)] menu, select
[Transfer Order] and press the
SET button.
z See Selecting Menus and Settings
(p. 44).

Select [Order] using the W or X
arrow on the omni selector and
press the SET button.
z Pressing [Reset] cancels the transfer
settings for all images on the CF card.

147

Selecting Images for Transferring (continued)

Select images for transferring.
Single Images
z Select an image using the main dial or
the W or X arrow on the omni selector
and mark or remove marks from images
using the S or T arrow on the omni
selector. A check mark appears on the
marked image.
z You can use the same procedures to
select images in index playback (3
images). Press the
button to switch
between single image playback and
index playback.

All the Images on a CF Card
z Press the
button to switch to index
playback (3 images).
z Then press the SET button, and select
[Mark all] using the S or T arrow on the
omni selector and press the SET button
again. (If you select [Clear all] instead of
[Mark all], you can remove marks from all
the images.)
z You can select images using the main
dial or the W or X arrow on the omni
selector and change the settings using
the S or T arrow on the omni selector
after [Mark all] or [Clear all] has been
selected.

Press the MENU button.
z The selection mode will turn off and the Transfer Order menu will
reappear.
z Images are transferred in order from oldest to newest by the
shooting date.
z A maximum of 998 images can be marked per CF card.

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Downloading Images to a Computer
Download images taken with the camera to a computer in one of the
following ways:
z Connect the camera to a computer with the USB cable
You can then download images directly from the camera to a
computer.
z Directly from the CF card
Using a card adapter or a card reader, you can download images
directly from the CF card.

Connecting the Camera to a Computer Via
the USB Cable
IMPORTANT
You must install the software and driver bundled on the
supplied Canon Digital Camera Solution Disk onto your
computer if you are using any of the following operation
systems:
Windows 98 (including Second Edition)/Windows 2000/
Windows Me/Mac OS 9.0 – 9.2

z The camera will not operate correctly if you connect it to your
computer before installing the driver and software. If this
happens, please refer to the Troubleshooting section of the
Software Starter Guide.

Install the driver and the software applications
bundled on the Canon Digital Camera Solution Disk.
z Please see the Software Starter Guide for information on system
requirements and installation instructions.

149

Connecting

After the software is installed, you can use it to easily download
images and print them or send them by e-mail.

Connecting the Camera to a Computer Via the USB Cable (continued)

Connect the supplied interface cable to the
computer’s USB port and the camera’s DIGITAL
terminal.
z You do not need to turn off the computer or camera when making
a USB connection.
z Please refer to your computer manual for information regarding the
location of the USB port.
z The camera’s LCD monitor (or viewfinder) will blank out when the
connection to the computer is complete and the power/mode
indicator will light yellow.
USB port

Interface cable

DIGITAL terminal
1. Open the terminal cover with
your fingernail.
2. Hold the USB connector so
the
side is up, then insert
it into the DIGITAL terminal
securely.

To disconnect the cable from the camera: Hold
the cable connector firmly at both sides and pull
it straight out.

For information about what to do after making the connection,
please refer the Software Starter Guide.

150

Downloading Images without Installing the Software
(Windows XP and Mac OS X (v.10.1 or v.10.2) only)
If you are using Windows XP or Mac OS X (v.10.1 or v.10.2), you
can use the software distributed with these operating systems to
download images (JPEG format only) without installing the
software bundled on the Canon Digital Camera Solution Disk. This
is useful for downloading images to a computer in which the
software is not installed.
However, please note that there are certain limitations to
downloading images with this method. For more details, please
refer to the supplied For Windows® XP and Mac OS X Users
leaflet.
1. Connect the supplied interface cable to the computer’s USB port
and the camera’s DIGITAL terminal. (Refer to Step 2 of
page 150)
2. Follow the onscreen instructions to download the images.

151

Connecting

z It is recommended to power the camera with the separately sold
Compact Power Adapter CA-560 when connected to a computer
(p. 182).
z All procedures performed with a connection to a USB 2.0
compliant board are not guaranteed.

Downloading Directly from a CF Card

Eject the CF card from the camera, and
insert it into a CF card reader connected
to the computer.

z If you are using a PC card reader or PC
card slot in your computer, first insert the
CF card into a PC card adapter (sold
separately), and then insert the PC card
adapter into the computer’s PC card
reader or PC card slot.

2
3

Double-click the icon of the drive with the CF card.
Copy images from the card into a folder of your choice
on the hard disk.
z The images are stored in the [xxxCANON] folders located under
the [DCIM] folder (where xxx is a three-digit number from 100 to
998) (p. 120).

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Viewing Images on a TV Set
A video-compatible television connected via the supplied AV cable
AVC-DC300 can be used to view images as you shoot or replay them.

1
2
3

z Also turn the television off.

Attach AV Cable AVC-DC300 to
the A/V OUT terminal on the
camera.

Yellow
Plug

To the Video
In Jack

Black
Plug

To the Audio
In Jack

Plug the other ends of the AV
cable to the video in and audio in
jacks on the TV.

Turn on the TV and switch it to Video mode.
Turn the mode lever to

(p. 29, 30).

z The image will appear on the TV. Shoot or play back images as
usual.
z No image will appear on the LCD monitor (or in the viewfinder)
when the camera is connected to a TV monitor.
z The video output signal can be switched (NTSC or PAL) to
accommodate different regional standards (p. 50). The default
setting will vary between regions.
NTSC: Japan, U.S.A., Canada, Taiwan, etc.
PAL: Europe, Asia (excluding Taiwan), Oceania, etc.
If an incorrect video system is set, the output image will not
display properly.
z If the TV is a stereo model, you can plug the audio plug into
either the left or right Audio In jack. Please refer to the TV’s
manual for details.
z A TV set cannot be used in
mode.

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Connecting

4
5

Turn off the camera (p. 30).

Customizing the Camera (My Camera
Settings)
My Camera allows you to customize the start-up image and start-up,
shutter, operation and self-timer sounds. Each menu item has three
choices.
e.g. Start-up image

[1]

The [
The [

[

]

] option features science fiction related images and sounds.
] option features animals.

Changing My Camera Settings

1
2

Turn on the camera and press the MENU button.
z The [

(Rec.)] or [

(Play)] menu appears.

Select the [
(My Camera)]
menu using the X arrow on the
omni selector.
z Pressing the JUMP button also switches
between the menu tabs.

Select a menu item using the S
or T arrow on the omni selector,
then select setting content using
the W or X arrow on the omni
selector.

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Press the MENU button.
z Pressing the MENU button closes the menu and makes the
settings take effect.
z In Shooting mode, the menu can be closed by pressing the shutter
button halfway. (In Playback mode, the menu closes when the
shutter button is pressed halfway and the camera switches to
shooting mode.)
z If you select [Theme] in Step 3, you can select a consistent
theme for each of the My Camera Settings.
z If [Mute] in the [
(Set up)] menu is set to [On], no sound is
reproduced even if each sound item such as [Start-up Sound],
[Shutter Sound], [Operation Sound] and [Selftimer Sound] is set
to another setting than [
(Off)]. (Note that the error warning
sound beeps even when the Mute setting is [On].)

My Camera Settings

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Registering the My Camera Settings
Images recorded onto the CF card and newly recorded sounds can
be added as My Camera settings to the [
] and [
] menu items.
You can also use the supplied software to upload your computer’s
images and sounds to the camera.
The following menu items can be saved to the camera.
z Start-up Image
z Start-up Sound
z Operation Sound

z Selftimer Sound
z Shutter Sound

Registering CF Card Images and Sounds

Turn the mode lever to
MENU button.
z The [

(Playback) and press the

(Play)] menu appears.

Select the [
(My Camera)]
menu using the X arrow on the
omni selector.
z Pressing the JUMP button also switches
between the menu tabs.

Select the menu item you wish to
register using the S or T arrow
on the omni selector, then select
[
] or [
] using the W or X
arrow on the omni selector.
z

appears.

Press the INFO. button.
z An image appears.
[Start-up Image] J Step 5a, 6a
[Start-up Sound], [Shutter Sound],
[Operation Sound], [Selftimer Sound] J
Step 5b, 6b

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the image you wish to
5a Select
register using the W or X
arrow or on the omni
selector.

6a Press the SET button.
[
(Record)] using
5b Select
the W or X arrow on the omni
selector, then press the SET
button.
z Recording starts.
z Recording stops when the set
amount of time has passed.

Start-up Sound: 1 second
Operation Sound: 0.3 second
Selftimer Sound: 2 seconds
Shutter Sound: 0.3 second

[
(Register)] using the W or X arrow on
6b Select
the omni selector and press the SET button.

Select [OK] using the W or X
arrow on the omni selector and
press the SET button.

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My Camera Settings

z Sounds recorded using the Sound Memo function (p. 131), RAW
images and movies cannot be registered as My Camera settings.
z When you register new My Camera settings, the previously
registered settings are erased.

Registering the My Camera Settings (continued)

File Format of My Camera Settings
My Camera settings should conform to the below file formats.
However, CF card images shot with this camera can be registered
as My Camera settings regardless of the below formats.

z Start-up Image
• Recording image format
• Sampling rate
• Image size
• File size

JPEG (Base line JPEG)
4:2:0 or 4:2:2
320 x 240 pixels
20 KB or less

z Start-up Sound, Operation Sound, Selftimer Sound
and Shutter Sound
• Recording format
• Quantization bit
• Sampling frequency
• Recording time
Start-up Sound
Operation Sound
Selftimer Sound
Shutter Sound

WAVE (monaural)
8 bit
11.025 kHz and 8.000 kHz
11.025 kHz
1.0 sec. or less
0.3 sec. or less
2.0 sec. or less
0.3 sec. or less

8.000 kHz
1.3 sec. or less
0.4 sec. or less
2.0 sec. or less
0.4 sec. or less

Any file format other than those described above cannot be used with this
camera.

An example of this function is to record “Say cheese” as a self-timer
sound so the camera will replay this sound 2 seconds before the
photo is taken. You could also record cheerful music to bring out the
natural smiles of your subjects, or so they can strike a pose fitting
the music. In these ways you can customize your camera by
creating and adding new My Camera settings.
See the supplied Software Starter Guide for more information
on creating and adding My Camera files.

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List of Error/Message Codes
The following error and message codes may appear on the display
panel.

Error Codes
(XX: number)

: The camera has experienced a problem. Turn off the
power, wait a second, and then try shooting or playing
back. If the error code appears repeatedly, there is a
problem. Note the error code number and take the camera
in for servicing. If an error code appears immediately after
a shot, there is a chance that the image was not recorded.
Check the image in playback mode.

Message Codes
: Playing back image.
: Connected to computer in PC connection mode.
: Adequate battery charge.
: Low battery charge. Charge the battery as soon as possible to
use for any length of time.
: Battery charge low, camera will not operate. Immediately
recharge or replace the battery pack with a charged one.
: No CF card in camera, CF card/battery cover is open, or CF card
error.
: Power turned on while holding the lens. Turn power off and on
again.
: Intervalometer is set (shoots images automatically at set time
intervals). (The number of remaining shots display after the first
images is shot.)

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List of Messages
The following messages may appear on the LCD monitor (or in the
viewfinder).
z For messages which may appear when a printer is connected,
refer to the Direct Print User Guide.
Resetting:

Resetting all the camera and menu settings to default

Busy... :

Image is being recorded to, or read from, CF card.
Resetting settings to default.

No memory card:

You attempted to shoot or play back images without a
CF card installed.

Cannot record!:

You attempted to shoot an image without a CF card
installed.

Memory card error!:

CF card has experienced an anomaly.

Memory card full:

CF card is too full to accommodate more images or
print settings.

Naming error!:

The file could not be created because there is a file
with the same name as the directory that the camera
is attempting to create, or the highest possible file
number has already been reached. In the Set up
menu, please set [File No. Reset] to [On]. After you
save all the images you wish to retain onto a
computer, format the CF card (p. 139). Please note
that formatting will erase all the existing images and
other data.

Change the battery
pack:

Battery charge is insufficient to operate the camera.
Replace it immediately with a charged battery pack or
recharge it.

No image:

No images recorded on CF card.

Image too large:

You attempted to play back an image larger than
4064 x 3048 pixels.

Incompatible JPEG
format:

You attempted to play back an incompatible JPEG
file.

Corrupted data:

You attempted to play back an image with corrupted
data.

RAW:

You attempted to play back an image recorded in an
incompatible RAW format.

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Cannot magnify!:

You attempted to magnify an image that was
photographed with another camera, recorded in a
different format, or edited on a computer.

Cannot rotate:

You attempted to rotate an image that was
photographed with another camera, recorded in a
different format, or edited on a computer.

Unidentified Image:

You attempted to play back an image that was
recorded in a special format (proprietary format used
by the camera of another manufacturer, etc.) or a
movie clip recorded by another camera.

Incompatible WAVE
format:

Cannot attach sound memos to the image because
the image has some sound file recorded in an
inappropriate format.

Protected!:

You attempted to erase a protected image.

Too many marks:

Too many images have been marked with print
settings, transfer settings or slide show settings.
Cannot process any more.

Unselectable image: You attempted to set the print settings for a nonJPEG file.
Cannot complete!:

Couldn’t save the print, transfer or slide show
settings.

Cannot edit:

Slide show settings file is corrupted.

Cannot register this
image!:

You attempted to register an image recorded with
another camera or shot in the RAW format as a startup image.

Cannot change!:

You attempted to change to the RAW format an
image that was shot with the digital zoom or that was
already recorded in the RAW format.

Appendix

161

Troubleshooting
Problem
Camera will not
operate

Camera will not
record

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Cause

Solution

Power is not turned on

zTurn on the camera.
JTurning the Power On/
Off (p. 29)

CF card/battery cover
opened

zConfirm that the CF card/
battery cover is securely
closed.

Insufficient battery
voltage
([
] lights in display
panel)

zFully charge the battery
before installing it in the
camera.
zUse a compact power
adapter.

Poor contact between
camera and battery
terminals

zWipe the terminals with a
clean, dry cloth.

Camera is in playback or zSwitch the camera to
computer/printer
Shooting mode.
connection mode
J See Switching between
Shooting and Playback
(p. 31).
zDuring a computer or
printer connection,
disconnect the interface
cable before switching the
camera to shooting mode.
Flash is charging
(Blinking
on LCD
monitor/in viewfinder)

stops blinking
zWait until
and lights steadily,
signaling that the flash is
charged, then press the
shutter button.

CF card full

zInsert a new CF card.
zIf required, download the
images to a computer and
erase them from the CF
card to make space.

Problem

Cause

Solution

Camera will not
record

CF card not formatted
correctly

zFormat CF card.
J See Formatting a CF
Card (p. 139).
zIf reformatting doesn’t
work, the CF card logic
circuits may be damaged.
Contact the nearest
Canon Customer Support
Help Desk.

Cannot play back

You attempted to play
back images shot with
another camera or
images edited at a
computer.

zComputer images can be
added to the camera using
the bundled software
program ZoomBrowser
EX or ImageBrowser.
See the ZoomBrowser
EX/ImageBrowser
Software User Guide
(PDF).

File name was changed
with a computer or file
location was changed.

zSet the file name or
location to the file format/
structure of the camera.
(See About File and
Folder Numbers (p. 120).)

CF card/battery cover
opened with camera on

zClose the CF card/battery
cover, then turn off the
camera.

Lens will not retract

zClose the CF card/battery
CF card/battery cover
cover, then turn off the
opened while camera
camera.
was recording to CF card
(warning signal)
zReplace the battery pack
with a new one.

Battery life exceeded

zReplace the battery pack
with a new one.

Battery pack will not Battery life exceeded
charge

zReplace the battery pack
with a new one.

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Appendix

Battery pack capacity
reduced because of
disuse for one year or
more after being fully
charged

Battery pack
consumed quickly

Troubleshooting (continued)
Problem

Cause

Solution

Battery pack will not Poor contact between
charge
battery pack and battery
charger

zClean the battery
terminals with a clean dry
cloth.
zAttach the battery pack to
the battery charger
securely.
zInsert the plug of the
battery charger firmly into
the power outlet.

Image is blurred or
out of focus

zBe careful not to move the
camera when pressing the
shutter button.
zUse a tripod at slow
shutter speeds when the
camera shake warning
appears.

Camera moved

Subject out of focal range zEnsure that there is at
least 50 cm (1.6 ft.)
between the camera lens
and subject.
zUse Macro mode when
the distance to the subject
is as follows:
10 – 50 cm (3.9 – 1.6 ft)
(Wide angle end – 63 mm)*
30 – 50 cm (1.0 – 1.6 ft)
(63 – 90 mm)*
zYou can also use Super
Macro mode when the
distance to the subject is 3
to 30 cm (1.2 in. to 1.0 ft.)
(42 to 90 mm)*.
* Zoom position (35mm film
equivalent)

Subject is hard to focus
on

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zUse the focus lock or the
manual focus to shoot the
image.
J See Shooting Problem
Subjects for the Autofocus
(p. 112).

Problem
Subject in recorded
image is too dark

Cause

Solution

Insufficient light for
shooting

zSet the built-in flash to on.
zUse a high-output
externally mounted flash.

Subject dark in
comparison to the
background

zSet the exposure
compensation to a
positive (+) setting.
zUse the AE lock or spot
metering function.
J See Locking the
Exposure Setting (AE
Lock) (p. 104) and
Switching between Light
Metering Modes (p. 90).

Subject too far for flash to zTo use the built-in flash,
reach
shoot within 50 cm to
5.0 m (1.6 to 16 ft.) of the
subject at the maximum
wide angle and within 1 to
3.5 m (3.3 to 11 ft.) at the
maximum telephoto
setting.
zUse an externally
mounted flash with a large
output.
zRaise the ISO sensitivity
and then shoot.
J See Changing the ISO
Speed (p. 99).
The ND filter is On.

zSet [ND Filter] to [Off].
J See Using the ND Filter
(p. 118).

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165

Troubleshooting (continued)
Problem
Subject in recorded
image is too bright

Cause

Subject bright in
comparison to the
background

zSet the exposure
compensation to a
negative (–) setting.
zUse the AE lock or spot
metering function.
J See Locking the
Exposure Setting (AE
Lock) (p. 104) and
Switching between Light
Metering Modes (p. 90).
zSet [ND Filter] to [On].
J See Using the ND Filter
(p. 118).

Light shining directly on
subject or reflected off
subject into camera

zChange the shooting
angle.

Flash set to On

zSet the flash to Auto or
Off.

A vertical bar of light Subject too bright
(red, purple) appears
on the LCD monitor/
in the viewfinder

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Solution

Subject too close causing zAdjust the flash output
flash to be too bright
with the flash exposure
compensation function
(p. 107).

zThis is a normal
occurrence in devices
containing CCDs and
does not constitute a
malfunction. (This red bar
of light will not be
recorded when shooting
still photos, but it will be
recorded when shooting
movies.)

Problem

Cause

Solution

White dots or white
asterisks appear on
the image

Light from the flash has zThis is a phenomenon that
reflected off dust particles occurs with digital
or insects in the air. This
cameras and does not
occurs more frequently in constitute a malfunction.
the following conditions:
• When shooting at the
wide angle end.
• When shooting with a
high aperture value in
the aperture-priority AE
mode.

Flash will not fire

Flash set to Off

Image not showing on Incorrect video system
TV
setting

Zoom will not
operate

zSet the flash to Auto or On.
zSet the video system to
the appropriate setting,
NTSC or PAL, for your TV
(p. 50).
zThe output will not appear
on a TV monitor in
(Stitch Assist) mode.
Shoot in a different mode.

Zoom ring turned while
shooting in movie mode

zOperate the zoom before
shooting in movie mode.

[Convert] set to other
than [None]

zIf any conversion lens is
mounted, remove it and set
[Converter] to [None].
J See Setting the Camera
Lens to the Most
Appropriate Position
(p. 180).

Camera set to Super
Macro mode

zCancel Super Macro
mode.
J See Super Macro Mode
(p. 75).

CF card image
Currently used CF card
reading is slow
has been formatted in a
Recording images
different device.
on the CF card takes
too long

zUse a CF card formatted
with this camera.
J See Formatting a CF
Card (p. 139).

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Appendix

Shooting mode set to
(Stitch Assist)

Appendix

Using the Wireless Controller
Installing the Battery
Install the date battery (CR2025) into the Wireless Controller WLDC100 before use.
z Be particularly careful to keep the date batteries out of the reach
of children. Seek medical assistance immediately if a child
swallows a battery since corrosive battery fluids could damage
the stomach or intestinal wall.

1
2

Negative
Terminal
(–)

Removing
the Battery

Place your fingertip on c and press it in the direction
of the arrow while placing another fingertip on d and
removing the battery holder.
Place the date battery in the battery holder with the
negative terminal (–) facing up. Then replace the
battery holder into the wireless controller.

Removing the Battery
To remove the date battery, pull it in the direction of the arrow.
If you ever dispose of your camera, first remove the date
battery for recycling according to the recycling system of
your country.

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Bij dit produkt zijn batterijen
geleverd. Wanneer deze leeg
zijn, moet u ze niet weggoolen
maar inleveren als KCA

Shooting/Playback
The wireless controller can be used to shoot or play back. The
wireless controller can be operated from an approximate distance of
up to 5 m (16.4 ft.) from the front remote sensor (2) and
approximately 1 m (3.3 ft.) from the side remote sensor (1).
Remote Sensors

Transmitter

1 2

When Macro Ring Lite MR14EX or Macro Twin Lite
MT-24EX is mounted on
the camera, it will block the
front remote sensor 2. In
this case, aim the wireless
controller toward the side
remote sensor 1.

Shooting

Press the
/
button on the camera until the
the display panel, then shoot the image.

icon appears in

c Compose the image with the
zoom ring.
d Press the shutter button.
The camera will shoot the image
after the time set in [Wireless
Delay] in the Rec. menu has
elapsed (0 seconds, 2 seconds
or 10 seconds).
zEach press of this button
switches the information view
mode between No Information
and Information View.

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169

Using the Wireless Controller (continued)

Playback
appears on the display panel.

zDisplay the
previous image

zPlay back the
movie images

zDisplay images in sets of nine
(index playback).

zDisplay the next image
zIn magnified mode, these
buttons move the magnified
area around the image.
zIn index playback, these
buttons move the image
selection.
zEach press of this button cycles
the information view mode.
zThe display cycles between
magnifications of approximately
2.5, 5 and 10.

z The operable range of the wireless controller will shorten under
the following circumstances.
• When the wireless controller is used at an angle to the remote
sensor.
• When strong light strikes the camera.
• When the battery is weak.
z The movie editing and printing functions are not available.
z When you fix the camera to a tripod and shoot still images, aim
the remote controller’s transmitter at remote sensor 1 (see the
first illustration on page 169) to operate the camera from the side
without touching the camera. This prevents camera shake when
shooting just like using a remote release. You should set
[Wireless Delay] in the Rec. menu to [0 sec.] when you use this
method.

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Using an Externally Mounted Flash (Sold
Separately)
You can make your flash photography even clearer and more
natural appearing with the use of a separately sold externally
mounted flash.
The camera’s auto exposure function will operate with a Canon
Speedlite 220EX, 380EX, 420EX, 550EX, a Macro Ring Lite MR14EX or a Macro Twin Lite MT-24EX (p. 174). (Except with the M
mode or when [Flash Adjust] is set to [Manual].) Other flashes may
fire manually or not fire at all.
Please check the manual for your flash.
* Certain functions noted in the manuals for the Canon Speedlite 220EX,
380EX, 420EX, 550EX, the Macro Ring Lite MR-14EX and Macro Twin Lite
MT-24EX cannot be performed when mounted on this camera. Please read
this guide before using one of these flashes on the camera.

Attach the flash to the camera’s
hot shoe.

Turn the external flash on and turn the mode lever to
(Shooting).
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Using an Externally Mounted Flash (Sold Separately) (continued)

Turn the mode dial to a position other than
.

Speedlite 220EX, 380EX, 420EX, 550EX, Macro Ring Lite
MR-14EX or Macro Twin Lite MT-24EX
z The flash will automatically adjust its output in the
,
,
,
, P, Tv and Av modes when [Flash Adjust] is set to [Auto]. The
maximum flash synchro shutter speed is 1/250 second.
z In M mode or when [Flash Adjust] is set to [Manual], the flash will
fire with manual adjustments. The maximum flash synchro shutter
speed in this case is 1/250 second. Set the aperture to an
appropriate value according to the flash’s guide number and the
distance to the subject. Check the camera’s ISO sensitivity setting
since the flash’s guide number will change with the ISO value.
z When [Flash Adjust] is set to [Manual], the flash output can be
adjusted. When [Flash Adjust] is set to [Auto] the flash exposure
compensation can be adjusted (p. 107).
z In M mode or when [Flash Adjust] is set to [Manual], the output of
an externally mounted flash can be adjusted in the flash output
adjustment screen (p. 108). When a Speedlite 550EX, a Macro
Ring Lite MR-14EX or a Macro Twin Lite MT-24EX is mounted on
the camera, you can adjust the flash output from either the flash or
the camera. (The flash setting overrides the camera setting when
both are set.) To set it from the flash, you are recommended to use
the flash’s manual mode. You can also adjust the flash output
even when the camera is set to the E-TTL automatic flash
exposure compensation mode by changing the flash exposure
compensation setting. In this situation, the +2 step setting fires the
flash at full intensity.
To shoot with the flash, you are recommended to set the white
balance to the
(Flash) setting.

Other Canon Flashes
z Since other flashes fire at full strength, set the shutter speed and
aperture accordingly. Set the shutter speed to 1/125 second or
slower, and set the aperture to a value appropriate to the flash’s
guide number and the distance to the subject.
You are recommended to set the white balance to
(Flash) to
shoot.

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4
5

Press the shutter button halfway.
z The flash is charged when its pilot lamp lights up.

Press the shutter button all the way to shoot the
image.
z The externally mounted flash will not fire in
,
or
continuous shooting.
z The Bracket mode cannot be used for flash photography. If the
flash fires, only one image gets recorded.
z Flashes (especially high-voltage flashes) or flash accessories
made by other manufacturers may override certain camera
functions or cause a camera malfunction.
z The following functions can be used with a Speedlite 220EX,
380EX, 420EX or 550EX.
• Auto Exposure (Use the E-TTL mode with a 550EX)
• FE Lock (Not available in M mode)
• Flash Sync (1st-curtain/2nd-curtain) (2nd-curtain priority with
Speedlite 550EX)
• Daylight Synchro
• Slow Synchro
• Flash Exposure Compensation (When Speedlite 550EX is
used, if flash exposure adjustments are made both from the
camera and the flash, the 550EX’s flash exposure
compensation setting takes precedence when the flash is set to
E-TTL mode. The camera’s flash exposure compensation
setting will not activate.)
• Auto Zoom (Not available with the 220EX)

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Using an Externally Mounted Flash (Sold Separately) (continued)

How to Mount Macro Ring Lite MR-14EX and Macro
Twin Lite MT-24EX
The separately sold Conversion Lens Adapter LA-DC58C is required
to mount Macro Ring Lite MR-14EX or Macro Twin Lite MT-24EX on
the camera.
z Conversion Lens Adapter LADC58C can be divided into the
rear and front parts. Normally, it
should be used joined together.
However, if you wish to use the
whole range of the zoom, remove
the front part and attach only the
rear part to the camera.

Rear
part

Front
part
Attaching

Removing
I Facing the camera

When Only the Rear Part of Conversion Lens Adapter LADC58C is Used
z Never attach any filters or close-up lenses. The lens hits the
filter or close-up lens when zoomed in and that may cause
damage.

Turn off the camera. Then press
and hold the ring release button
and remove the outer ring on the
lens.
Ring
Ring Release Button

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Attach the conversion lens
adapter so that its z meets the
lens’
and turn it in the
direction of the arrow until z
meets S.
z If you plan to attach Close-up Lens 500D
(p. 178), do it after you attach this
adapter.

Attach the controller to the
camera’s hot shoe.

Macro Ring Lite MR-14EX
Press and hold the release
buttons on both sides of Macro
Ring Lite MR-14EX and fit it into
the conversion lens adapter.
Release buttons
Release
buttons

Macro Twin Lite MT-24EX
Press and hold the release button
on the top of the external ring and
fit it into the conversion lens
adapter.

Flash Heads

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Appendix

z Attach the flash heads to their respective
flash head mounts.

Using an Externally Mounted Flash (Sold Separately) (continued)

Press the
button to set the camera to Macro mode
and set [ND Filter] to [On].
z Macro mode (p. 73)
z ND filter (p. 118)
z When Macro Ring Lite MR-14EX or Macro Twin Lite MT-24EX is
mounted on the camera using Conversion Lens Adapter LADC58C with its two parts joined, shooting in wide angle could
cause dark shadows on the image.
z When Macro Ring Lite MR-14EX or Macro Twin Lite MT-24EX is
mounted on the camera using only the rear part of Conversion
Lens Adapter LA-DC58C, shooting in telephoto could block flash
light.
z When you are using Macro Ring Lite MR-14EX or Macro Twin
Lite MT-24EX, you can shoot in E-TTL automatic flash exposure
compensation mode just by setting the camera’s shooting mode
to P, Av or Tv.
You are recommended to set the aperture in Av or M mode for
full-fledged macro flash photography.
z The following functions can be used with Macro Ring Lite MR14EX or Macro Twin Lite MT-24EX mounted.
• E-TTL Automatic Flash Exposure Compensation
• FE Lock
• Flash Sync (1st-curtain/2nd-curtain)
(The flash’s 2nd-curtain setting takes precedence.)
• Daylight Synchro
• Slow Synchro
• Flash Exposure Compensation
z When exposure compensation settings are selected on both the
camera and the Macro Ring Lite MR-14EX and Macro Twin Lite
MT-24EX, the macro ring lite setting takes precedence (when in
E-TTL mode) and the camera setting is overridden.

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Using the Tele-converter (Sold Separately)/
Close-up Lens (Sold Separately)
The separately sold Conversion Lens Adapter LA-DC58C is required
to use the separately sold Tele-converter TC-DC58A and Close-up
Lens 500D (58 mm) with the camera. Conversion Lens Adapter LADC58C is a combination of rear and front parts, however, use them
as a single, joined unit.
(No other tele-converters and close-up lenses can be used.)
Set [Converter] in the Rec. menu correctly when Conversion Lens
Adapter LA-DC58C or Close-up Lens 500D (58 mm) is mounted on
the camera (p. 180).
z Make sure that the tele-converter/close-up lens is firmly screwed
onto the conversion lens. Injury from glass shards can occur if
the lens loosens and falls off.
z Never aim the tele-converter/close-up lens directly at the sun or
bright lights. There is a risk of damage to eyesight.

When Using a Tripod with Tele-converter TC-DC58A
Mounted on the Camera
z Be sure to attach the tripod to the tele-converter’s tripod socket.
If you attach the tripod to the camera’s tripod socket, there is a
danger that the tripod will fall because of the tele-converter’s
weight, causing damage or injury.
Bottom of the Camera
Conversion Lens Adapter LA-DC58C
Tele-converter
TC-DC58A

Appendix

Never use

Use this tripod socket.

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Using the Tele-converter (Sold Separately)/Close-up Lens (Sold Separately) (continued)

Tele-converter TC-DC58A
This 58 mm-threaded diameter magnifying conversion lens is for
taking telephoto shots. The lens changes the focal length of the
camera body’s lens by a factor of 1.5x.
z Use the tele-converter lens with the focal length set to the
maximum telephoto setting. Using the zoom at other settings
may cause dark shadows on the image. If you set [Converter] in
the Rec. menu to [TC-DC58A], the zoom will move to the
telephoto end automatically (p. 180).
z An externally mounted flash may not automatically adjust its
flash coverage when a conversion lens is mounted on the
camera.
z Do not attach filters or lens hoods to the tele-converter.
z If you use the built-in flash, a portion of the image appears to be
blocked by the lens hood.

Close-up Lens 500D (58 mm)
This lens, with a 58 mm-threaded diameter, makes close-up
shooting easier. You can magnify a subject 33 cm (1.0 ft.) away from
the tip of the lens more than by using the camera’s Macro mode.
z Set the focal length of the camera’s lens close to the telephoto
end when using the close-up lens. If you set [Converter] in the
Rec. menu to [500D], the zoom will move to the telephoto end
automatically (p. 180).
z You are recommended to use Macro Ring Lite MR-14EX or
Macro Twin Lite MT- 24EX for flash photography with the closeup lens mounted on the camera.
z If you use the built-in flash, a portion of the image appears to be
blocked and dark.
z Be sure to use Conversion Lens Adapter LA-DC58C when you
attach the close-up lens.
It is possible to attach the close-up lens to the camera using the
supplied filter adapter, however, the camera will not shoot
properly.

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Mounting the Lenses

Turn off the camera. Then press
and hold the ring release button
and remove the outer ring of the
lens.

Ring
Ring Release Button

Attach the conversion lens
adapter so that its z meets the
lens’
and turn it in the
direction of the arrow until z
meets S.

Mount the lens by turning it in the direction of the
arrow.

Appendix

Tele-converter
TC-DC58A

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Using the Tele-converter (Sold Separately)/Close-up Lens (Sold Separately) (continued)

Setting the Camera Lens to the Most Appropriate
Position

Turn the mode lever to
MENU button.
z The [

(Shooting) and press the

(Rec.)] menu appears.

Select [Converter] using the S or
T arrow on the omni selector,
then select the name of the
mounted lens using the W or X
arrow on the omni selector.
z If you select [TC-DC58A], the zoom
moves to the telephoto end. Zoom
operation is possible, however, it is
limited to the area near the telephoto end.
z If you select [500D], the zoom will be
fixed to the telephoto end.

Press the MENU button.
z The icon of the selected lens in Step 2
appears on the LCD monitor (or in the
viewfinder) at the position where the
zoom magnifications usually appear.
(Zoom magnifications do not appear
when you see this icon.)

: Tele-converter
: Close-up lens
z The [Converter] setting is stored in the
camera’s memory. Therefore, when you
turn on the camera next time, the zoom
moves to the telephoto end.
Be sure to set [Converter] to [None] after
you remove the tele-converter/close-up
lens.

180

Icon of the
selected lens

z The distance shown with the MF indicator (p. 114, 115) does not
change even if you change the [Converter] setting from [None].
z The camera does not enter Macro mode when [Converter] is set
to any setting other than [None]. If the camera is currently in
Macro mode, Macro mode will be canceled when [Converter] is
set to another setting than [None].
z Please note that the images will not merge properly with the
PhotoStitch program on a computer when they are shot in
mode with a conversion or close-up lens.
z To protect the conversion lens, hold the camera’s lens with one
hand and screw the conversion lens onto the camera with the
other hand.
z Completely remove all dust and dirt from conversion lenses with
a lens blower brush before use. The camera may focus on any
dirt that remains.
z Be careful when handling the lenses so as not to get fingerprints
on them.

Appendix

181

Using a Compact Power Adapter (Sold
Separately)
You should use the separately sold Compact Power Adapter CA560 when using the camera for long periods of continuous use or for
connecting to a computer or printer.
Compact Power Adapter CA-560

To power
outlet

DC IN terminal

1
2

Attach the power cord to the compact power adapter
and plug it into a power outlet.
Open the terminal cover and connect the DC plug of
the compact power adapter to the camera’s DC IN
terminal.
z Always disconnect and unplug the compact power adapter after
use.
z Always turn the camera’s power off before connecting or
disconnecting the compact power adapter.
z Do not use Compact Power Adapter CA-560 with any devices
other than those for which Battery Pack BP-511A, Battery Pack
BP-511, Battery Pack BP-512 or Battery Pack BP-514 are
specified.

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Using a Battery Charger (Sold Separately)
and Car Battery Cable (Sold Separately)

Battery Charger CG-570

Car Battery Cable CB-570

Combined use of Battery Charger CG-570 (sold separately) and Car
Battery Cable CB-570 (sold separately) lets you charge battery
packs (up to 2 at the same time) from a car’s cigarette lighter socket.
It is also possible to charge up to 2 battery packs at the same time
from a power outlet if you connect Compact Power Adapter CA-560
(sold separately) or Compact Power Adapter CA-570 (sold
separately) to Battery Charger CG-570. Battery Pack BP-511A,
Battery Pack BP-511, Battery Pack BP-512 and Battery Pack BP514 can be charged with these combinations.
Refer to each product’s manual on how to charge battery packs.

Appendix

183

Replacing the Date Battery
If the Set Date/Time menu appears when you turn on the camera
power, the date battery charge is low and the date and time settings
have been lost. Please replace the battery with a generic CR2016
lithium coin battery with the following procedures.
Please note that the first date battery may appear to expire
relatively quickly after you purchase the camera. This is
because it is installed in the camera at the point of
manufacture, not when you make the purchase.
z Be particularly careful to keep the date batteries out of the reach
of children. Seek medical assistance immediately if a child
swallows a battery since corrosive battery fluids could damage
the stomach or intestinal wall.

Negative
Terminal (–)

Battery holder

1
2
3
4

Turn off the power and open the CF card/battery
cover (p. 21).
Remove the battery pack, then pull out the battery
holder by hooking your fingertip under the bottom of
the battery holder edge.
Push up the edge of the date battery with your
fingertip, then pull it in the direction of the arrow.
Place a new date battery into the date battery holder
with the negative terminal (–) facing upward.

184

Replace the date battery holder, replace the battery
pack and close the battery cover.

If you ever dispose of your camera, first remove the date
battery for recycling according to the recycling system of
your country.

Bij dit produkt zijn batterijen
geleverd. Wanneer deze leeg
zijn, moet u ze niet weggoolen
maar inleveren als KCA

Camera Care and Maintenance
Use the following procedures to clean the camera body, lens,
viewfinder, LCD monitor and other parts.
Camera body

: Wipe the body clean with a soft cloth or eyeglass lens
wiper.

Lens

: First use a lens blower brush to remove dust and dirt,
then remove any remaining dirt by wiping the lens lightly
with a soft cloth.
zNever use synthetic cleansers on the camera body or
lens. If dirt remains, contact the nearest Canon
Customer Support Help Desk as listed on the separate
Canon Customer Support leaflet.

Viewfinder
LCD Monitor

: Use a lens blower brush to remove dust and dirt. If
necessary, gently wipe the viewfinder and LCD monitor
with a soft cloth or an eyeglass lens wiper to remove
stubborn dirt.
zNever rub or press forcefully on the LCD monitor or
viewfinder. These actions may damage them or lead to
other problems.

185

Appendix

z Never use thinners, benzene, synthetic cleansers or water to
clean the camera. These substances may distort or damage the
equipment.

Specifications
All data is based on Canon’s testing standard. Subject to change
without notice.

PowerShot Pro1
Camera Effective Pixels
Image Sensor

Approx. 8.0 million
2/3-inch CCD (Total number of pixels: Approx.
8.3 million)
Lens
7.2 (W) – 50.8 (T) mm (35mm film equivalent:
28 (W) – 200 (T) mm)
f/2.4 (W) – f/3.5 (T)
Digital Zoom
Approx. 3.2x (Up to approx. 22x in
combination with the optical zoom)
Viewfinder
Color LCD viewfinder
Picture coverage 100%
Dioptric adjustment –5.5 to +1.5 m-1 (dpt
equivalent)
LCD Monitor
2.0-inch, low-temperature polycrystalline
silicon TFT color LCD
(Picture coverage 100%)
AF System
Hybrid autofocus (TTL + external metering
sensor) (continuous or single)
AF lock and Manual focus are available
Focusing frame: 1-point AF (any position is
available)
Normal AF: 50 cm (1.6 ft.) – infinity (W – 90 mm)*
Shooting
Distance
1 m (3.3 ft.) – infinity (90 mm – T)*
(from the front
Macro AF: 10 – 50 cm (3.9 in. – 1.6 ft.) (W – 63 mm)*
of the lens)
30 – 50 cm (1.0 – 1.6 ft.) (63 – 90 mm)*
Super Macro AF: 3 – 30 cm (1.2 in. – 1.0 ft.) (42 – 90 mm)*
Manual focus: 10 cm – infinity (3.9 in. – infinity) (W – 63 mm)*
30 cm – infinity (1.0 ft. – infinity) (63 – 90 mm)*
1 m (3.3 ft.) – infinity (90 mm – T)*
*Zoom position (35mm film equivalent)
Shutter:
Mechanical shutter + electronic shutter
Shutter Speeds
15 – 1/4000 sec.
1.3 sec. or slower shutter speeds are available
in Shutter-priority mode or Manual mode.
Slow shutter speeds of 1.3 sec. or slower
operate with noise reduction.
Light Metering System
Evaluative, Center-weighted average or Spot
(Center or AF-point)

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Exposure Control System

Exposure Compensation
Sensitivity
White Balance

Built-in Flash

Program AE, Shutter-priority AE, Aperturepriority AE or Manual exposure control
AE lock is available.
± 2.0 stops in 1/3-stop increments
Auto exposure bracketing (AEB) is available.
Auto, ISO 50/100/200/400 equivalent
TTL auto, pre-set (available settings: Daylight,
Cloudy, Tungsten, Fluorescent, Fluorescent H
or Flash) or custom (Custom1/Custom2)
Auto*, on*, off
* Red-eye reduction is available.

Flash Range

(W): Wide angle end/(T): Telephoto end

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Appendix

50 cm – 5.0 m (1.6 – 16 ft.) (W),
1.0 – 3.5 m (3.3 – 11.5 ft.) (T)
(When sensitivity is set to ISO 100 equivalent.)
Terminals for External Flash Sync-terminals on accessory shoe
Use of the following external flashes is
recommended:
Canon Speedlite 220EX, 380EX, 420EX,
550EX, Macro Ring Lite MR-14EX and Macro
Twin Lite MT-24EX.
Flash Exposure Compensation ±2.0 stops in 1/3-stop increments, FE Lock,
Slow synchro and 1st-curtain/2nd-curtain flash
are available.
Shooting Modes
Auto
Creative zone: Program, Shutter-speed
priority, Aperture priority, Manual, Custom1
and Custom2
Image zone: Portrait, Landscape, Night scene,
Stitch assist and Movie
Continuous Shooting
High-speed: Approx. 2.5 shots/sec.
Standard: Approx. 1.0 shots/sec.
(Large/Fine mode)
Interval Shooting
Shooting interval: approx. 1 – 60 min. (1-min.
increments)
Number of shots: 2 – 100 shots (Maximum
number of shots varies according to CF
memory card capacity.)
Self-timer
Activates shutter after an approx. 10-sec./
approx. 2-sec. delay

Wireless Control

Shooting and playback are available (wireless
controller is included in the camera kit).
When shooting, image is captured instantly/
approx. 2-sec./approx. 10-sec. after shutter
button is pressed.
PC-controlled Shooting
Available (USB connection only. Exclusive
software program is included in the camera
kit.)
Recording Media
CompactFlash™ (CF) card (Type I and
Type II)
File Format
Design rule for camera file system and DPOF
compliant
Still images: JPEG (Exif 2.21)*¹ or RAW
Image
Recording
Movies: AVI (Image data: Motion JPEG; Audio data:
Format
WAVE (monaural))
Color Space
Standard or Adobe RGB
Compression
Super fine, Fine, Normal
Still images: Large:
3264 x 2448 pixels
Number of
Medium 1: 2272 x 1704 pixels
Recording
Medium 2: 1600 x1200 pixels
Pixels
Medium 3: 1024 x 768 pixels
Small:
640 x 480 pixels
Movies: 640 x 480 pixels (approx. 30 sec.)*
320 x 240 pixels (approx. 3 min.)*
160 x 120 pixels (approx. 3 min.)*
15 frames/second
* The data in parentheses refer to the maximum
movie length per shooting.

Playback Modes

Direct Print
Display Languages

188

Single (histogram displayable), Index (9
thumbnail images), Magnified (approx. 10x
(max.) in LCD monitor/viewfinder), Sound
memos (up to 60 sec.) or Slide show.
Canon Direct Print/Bubble Jet Direct/
PictBridge compatible
12 languages available for menus and
messages (English, German, French, Dutch,
Danish, Finnish, Italian, Norwegian, Swedish,
Spanish, Chinese and Japanese)

My Camera Settings

Interface

Power Source

Operating Temperature
Operating Humidity
Dimensions

Weight:

The start-up image, start-up sound, shutter
sound, operation sound and self-timer sound
can be customized using the following
methods:
1. Using the images and sounds recorded on a
camera.
2. Using downloaded data from your computer
using the supplied software.
USB (mini-B, PTP [Picture Transfer Protocol])
Audio/Video output (NTSC or PAL selectable,
monaural audio)
1. Rechargeable lithium-ion battery
(type: BP-511A)
(included in the camera kit/sold separately)
2. Rechargeable lithium-ion battery
(type: BP-511/512/514) (sold separately)
3. Compact Power Adapter (CA-560) (sold
separately)
4. Car battery adapter (separately sold Charge
Adapter/Car Battery Cable Kit CR-560 is
required)
0 – 40 °C (32 – 104 °F)
10 – 90%
117.5 x 72.0 x 90.3 mm (4.6 x 2.8 x 3.6 in.)
(Excluding viewfinder eyepiece and
protrusions)
Approx. 545 g (19.2 oz.) (camera body only)

*¹ This digital camera supports Exif 2.21 (also called “Exif Print”). Exif Print is a
standard for enhancing the communication between digital cameras and
printers. By connecting to an Exif Print-compliant printer, the camera’s
image data at the time of shooting is used and optimized, yielding extremely
high quality prints.

Appendix

189

Battery Performance
Number of Images Shot
LCD Monitor On
Viewfinder On
Battery Pack
BP-511A
(Fully charged)

Approx. 420 images

Playback
Time
Approx. 400
minutes

• The data above reflects standard Canon testing conditions.The
actual figures will vary according to the shooting conditions and
settings.
• Movie data is excluded.
• At low temperatures, the battery pack performance may diminish
and the low battery icon appear very rapidly. In these
circumstances, the performance can be improved by warming the
battery pack in a pocket before use.

Shooting:

Normal temperature (23 °C, 73 °F), alternating wide
angle end and telephoto end shots at 20-second
intervals with flash fired once every four shots and
camera power turned off and on every eighth shot. CF
card used.
Playback: Normal temperature (23 °C, 73 °F), continuous playback
at one image per 3 seconds. CF card used.
z Battery Pack Handling Precautions (p. 19)

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CF Cards and Estimated Capacities (Recordable Images)
CF card included with the camera
FC32M
L (Large)
3264 x 2448 pixels
M1 (Medium 1)
2272 x 1704 pixels
M2 (Medium 2)
1600 x 1200 pixels
M3 (Medium 3)
1024 x 768 pixels
S (Small)
640 x 480 pixels
RAW 3264 x 2448 pixels
640 x 480 pixels
Movie
320 x 240 pixels
160 x 120 pixels

8
14
30
14
27
54
30
54
108
53
94
174
120
196
337
2
30 sec
91 sec
242 sec

FCFCFC64MH 128M 256MH
17
35
72
29
59
120
62
125
252
30
61
123
54
110
222
110
220
443
61
122
246
109
219
440
217
435
868
107
215
431
189
379
762
349
700
1390
241
482
962
393
788
1563
676
1355
2720
6
13
26
61 sec 124 sec 249 sec
183 sec 368 sec 735 sec
486 sec 973 sec 1954 sec

FC512MSH
144
240
503
247
442
879
491
879
1734
855
1522
2714
1891
3122
5203
54
499 sec
1451 sec
3902 sec

191

Appendix

• The display panel can only display 3 digits. (Any value exceeding
“1000” will appear as “999”.)
• These figures reflect standard shooting conditions established by
Canon. Actual totals may vary according to the subject, shooting
conditions and shooting mode.
• The following are the approximate maximum recording times for
movie clips:
: 30 seconds,
: 3 minutes,
: 3 minutes. The maximums in
the chart reflect continuous shooting.
•
(Superfine),
(Fine) and
(Normal) indicate the relative
compression ratio.
• Some CF cards are not sold in some regions.

Image File Sizes (Estimated)
Compression

Resolution
L
M1
M2
M3
S
RAW
Movie

(3264 x 2448 pixels)
(2272 x 1704 pixels)
(1600 x 1200 pixels)
(1024 x 768 pixels)
(640 x 480 pixels)
(3264 x 2448 pixels)
(640 x 480 pixels)
(320 x 240 pixels)
(160 x 120 pixels)

3436 KB
2002 KB
1002 KB
570 KB
249 KB

2060 KB
1116 KB
558 KB
320 KB
150 KB
9020 KB
990 KB/sec
330 KB/sec
120 KB/sec

Battery Charger CG-580*
Input voltage:
Rated output:
Operating temperatures:
Dimensions:
Weight:

AC 100 V – 240 V (50/60 Hz)
22 VA (100 V) – 30 VA (240 V)
DC 8.4 V, 1.2 A
0 – 40 °C (32 – 104 °F)
91 x 31 x 67 mm (3.6 x 1.2 x 2.6 in.)
Approx. 115 g (4.1 oz.)

Battery Charger CB-5L*
Input voltage:
Rated output:
Operating temperatures:
Dimensions:
Weight:

AC 100 V – 240 V (50/60 Hz)
DC 8.4 V
0 – 40 °C (32 – 104 °F)
67 x 32.3 x 91 mm (2.6 x 1.3 x 3.6 in.)
Approx. 105 g (3.7 oz.)

* Sold separately in some regions.

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Battery Pack BP-511A
Type:
Nominal voltage:
Nominal capacity:
Charge cycles:
Operating temperatures:
Dimensions:
Weight:

Rechargeable lithium ion cell
7.4 V
1390 mAh
Approx. 300
0 – 40 °C (32 – 104 °F)
38 x 55 x 21 mm (1.5 x 2.2 x 0.8 in.)
Approx. 82 g (2.9 oz.)

Wireless Controller WL-DC100
Power supply:
Operating temperatures:
Dimensions:
Weight:

Lithium button battery CR2025
0 – 40 °C (32 – 104 °F)
35 x 6.5 x 56.6 mm (1.4 x 0.3 x 2.2 in.)
Approx. 10 g (0.4 oz.)

CompactFlash™ Card
Card slot type:
Dimensions:
Weight:

Type I
36.4 x 42.8 x 3.3 mm (1.4 x 1.7 x 0.1 in.)
Approx. 10 g (0.4 oz.)

Compact Power Adapter CA-560 (Sold Separately)
Input voltage:

193

Appendix

Rated output:
Operating temperatures:
Dimensions:
Weight:

AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
60 VA (100 V) – 75 VA (240 V)
DC 9.5 V/2.7 A
0 – 40 °C (32 – 104 °F)
57 x 28 x 104 mm (2.2 x 1.1 x 4.1 in.) (body only)
Approx. 180 g (6.3 oz.)

Tele-converter TC-DC58A (Sold Separately)
Magnification:
Focal length:
Lens configuration:
Focusing range
(from tip of lens):
Thread diameter:

Dimensions:
Weight:

Approx. 1.5x
Infinity
5 elements in 3 groups
2.2 m – Infinity (7.2 ft. – Infinity)
(when attached to PowerShot Pro1 at 126 mm –
telephoto end)
58 mm Standard filter threads
(Conversion Lens Adapter LA-DC58C is required
to install the lens on a PowerShot Pro1)
Diameter: 92 mm (3.6 in.)/Length: 70 mm (2.7 in.)
Approx. 520 g (18.3 oz.)

Close-up Lens 500D (58 mm) (Sold Separately)
Focal length:
Focusing range
(from tip of lens):
Thread diameter:

Dimensions:
Weight:

194

500 mm
33 – 50 cm (13.0 – 19.7 in.) (when attached to
PowerShot Pro1)
58 mm Standard filter threads
(Conversion Lens Adapter LA-DC58C is required
to install the lens on a PowerShot Pro1)
Diameter: 60 mm (2.4 in.)/Length: 10.5 mm
(0.4 in.)
Approx. 60 g (2.1 oz.)

Index
A
Adobe RGB . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98
AEB Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100
AE Lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104
AF Frame . . . . . . . . . 53, 89, 90
AF Mode . . . . . . . . . . . 47, 116
Aperture-Priority AE (
) . . 85
Aperture Value . . 81, 82, 85, 87
Automated Playback
(Slide Show) . . . . . . . 48, 133
Auto Mode (
) . . . . . . . . 53
Auto Power Down . . . . . . . . 50
Auto Rotate . . . . . . . . . 50, 119

B
Battery
Battery pack change
status . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Charging . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Handling Precautions . . 19
Installing . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Performance . . . . . . . . 190
Status . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Beep . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41, 53
Black and White Mode . . . . . 96

C
CF Card
Formatting . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Handling Precautions . . 23
Installing . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Recording Capacity . . . 191
CF Card/Battery Cover . 12, 21
Close-up Lens . . . . . . . . . . 177
Color Space . . . . . . . . . . 48, 98
Compact Power Adapter . . 182

Compression . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Continuous
Shooting ( ) . . . . . . . 46, 79
Contrast . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97
Conversion Lens
Adapter . . . . . . . . . . 174, 177
Converter . . . . . . . . . . 48, 177
Creative Zone . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Custom Settings . . . . . . . . 116

D
Date Battery . . . . . . . 168, 184
Date/Time . . . . . . . . . . . 26, 50
Default Setting . . . . . . . 46, 52
Design rule for Camera File
system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 188
Digital Zoom . . . . . . 40, 47, 78
Display
Detailed . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Standard . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Display Panel . . . . . . . 16, 159
Distance Units of the MF
Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
DPOF
Print Settings . . . . . . . 142
Transfer Order
(Image Transmission
Settings) . . . . . . . . . . 147

E
Erasing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138
All Images . . . . . . . 48, 138
Single Images . . . . . . . 138
Exposure Compensation . . . 92

195

FE Lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106
File Format . . . . . . . . . . . 55, 60
File Number . . . . . . 37, 50, 120
Reset . . . . . . . . . . . 50, 120
Flash
Exposure
Compensation . . . . . . 107
Externally Mounted
Flash . . . . . . . . . . . . . 171
Flash Adjust . . . . . . 46, 107
Flash Output . . . . . . . . 108
Switching the
Timing . . . . . . . . . 46, 109
Flash Pop-up
Function . . . . . . . . 46, 63, 65
Focus Bracketing
(Focus-BKT Mode) . . . . . 102
Focus Lock . . . . . . . . . . . . 112
Formatting . . . . . . . 50, 52, 139

Landscape Mode (
) . . . . 66
Language Settings . . . . 28, 50
LCD Monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Brightness . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Lens Cap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Light Metering Modes . . 47, 90

H
Histogram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

I
Image Zone . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Index Playback . . . . . 124, 170
Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12, 21
Information
View . . . . . . 34, 36, 169, 170
Intervalometer . . . . . . . 48, 110
ISO Speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99

M
Macro Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
Macro Ring Lite . . . . . . . . . 174
Macro Twin Lite . . . . . . . . . 174
Magnifying Images . . 123, 170
Manual Exposure ( ) . . . . 87
Manual Focus . . . . . . . 47, 114
Menu
My Camera . . . . . . . . . . 51
Play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Rec. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Selecting Menus and
Settings . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Set up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Metering Mode . . . . . . . 47, 90
MF-Point Zoom . . . . . . 47, 114
Mode Dial . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Movie ( ) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
Editing . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128
Playback . . . . . . . 126, 170
Resolution . . . . . . . . . . . 58
Mute . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49, 155
My Camera . . . . . . . . . . . . 154

N
J
Jump . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125

196

ND Filter . . . . . . . . . . . 47, 118
Night Scene Mode ( ) . . . . 67

Operation Sound . . 49, 51, 154
Overexposure Warning . . . . 39

Safety Shift . . . . 47, 83, 85, 86
Saturation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97
Save Settings . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Self-Timer . . . . . . . . . . . 47, 77
Sound . . . . . . . 49, 51, 154
Sharpness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97
Shooting
Checking Images
(Reviewing) . . 48, 54, 56
Using a TV for
Viewing . . . . . . . . . . 153
Shooting Mode . . . . . . . 29, 31
Functions Available . . 202
Shutter Button . . . . . . . 41, 169
Shutter Sound . 41, 51, 54, 154
Volume . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Shutter Speed . . 81, 82, 85, 87
Shutter Speed-Priority
AE ( ) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82
Single Image Playback . . . 122
Slide Show . . . . . . . . . 48, 133
Play Time . . . . . . . . . . 136
Repeat . . . . . . . . . . . . 136
Selecting Images . . . . 134
Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . 133
Slow Synchro . . . . . . . . 46, 64
Sound Memos . . . . . . . . . . 131
Speaker . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Spot AE Point . . . . . . . . . . . 90
Spot Metering . . . . . . . . 36, 47
Start-up Image . . . 30, 51, 154
Start-up Sound 30, 49, 51, 154
Stitch Assist
Mode (
) . . . . . . . . . 68, 69
Strap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Super Macro Mode . . . . 48, 75

P
Photo Effect . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96
Playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122
Auto Playback
(Slide Show) . . . . . . . 133
Movies . . . . . . . . . 126, 170
Single Image . . . . . . . . 122
TV . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153
Volume . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Playback Mode . . . . . . . 30, 31
Portrait Mode ( ) . . . . . . . . 66
Power/Mode Indicator . . . . . 29
Power On/Off . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Power Saving . . . . . . . . . 31, 50
Pressing
Fully . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Halfway . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Printing
Print Order . . . . . . . 49, 140
Print Style . . . . . . 141, 144
Resetting . . . . . . . . . . . 146
Selecting Images . . . . . 142
Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . 142
Program AE ( ) . . . . . . . . . 81
Protect . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48, 137

R
RAW File Format . . . 55, 57, 60
Red-eye Reduction . . . . 46, 64
Remote Sensor . . . . . . 11, 169
Reset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
Reverse Display . . . . . . . 33, 48
Review . . . . . . . . . . . 48, 54, 56
Rotate . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48, 130

197

T
Tele-converter . . . . . . . . . . 177
Telephoto . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Terminal Cover . . . . . . . 12, 19
Transfer Order
(Image Transmission
Settings) . . . . . . . . . . 49, 147
Selecting Images . . . . . 147

U
Using the Built-In Flash . . . . 62

V
Video System . . . . . . . . 50, 153
Viewfinder . . . . . . . . 12, 33, 34
Volume . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49

W
White Balance . . . . . . . . . . . 93
Wide Angle . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Wireless Controller . . . . . . 168
Wireless Delay . . . . . . . 47

Z
Zoom . . . . 39, 54, 78, 123, 169

198

MEMO

199

MEMO

200

FCC Notice
Digital Camera, Model PC1057
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to
the following two conditions;
(1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference
that may cause undesired operation.
Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for
Class B digital devices, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits
are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference
in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate
radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular
installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or
television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off
and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or
more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to
which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
The cables with the ferrite core provided with the digital camera must be
used with this equipment in order to comply with Class B limits in subpart B
of Part 15 on FCC rules.
Do not make any changes or modifications to the equipment unless
otherwise specified in the manual. If such changes or modifications should
be made, you could be required to stop operation of the equipment.
Canon U.S.A. Inc.
One Canon Plaza, Lake Success, NY 11042, U.S.A.
Tel No. (516) 328-5600

Canadian Radio Interference Regulations
THIS CLASS B DIGITAL APPARATUS MEETS ALL REQUIREMENTS OF
THE CANADIAN INTERFERENCE CAUSING EQUIPMENT REGULATIONS.

Réglementation canadienne sur les interférences radio
CET APPAREIL NUMERIQUE DE LA CLASSE B RESPECTE TOUTES LES
EXIGENCES DU REGLEMENT SUR LE MATERIEL BROUILLEUR DU
CANADA.

201

Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode
This chart shows the functions available in each shooting mode.
You can shoot with the settings saved in the C1 or C2 mode (p. 116).
Reference
Page

Resolution

Large

–

Medium 1

{

–

{

Medium 2

{

–

{

Medium 3

{

–

{

{
{

Small

{

–

{

Movie

–

{

–

Movie

–

Movie

–

{

–

{

–

{

–

Normal

{

–

{

JPEG

{

–

RAW

–

{

Superfine
Compression Fine

File Format

Flash Pop-up

Off
Auto

Flash

–

{

–

{

–

{

–

{

–

{

–

{

–

{

–

{

–

Flash Adjust

Off

{

–

{

–

{

–

Off
1st-curtain

–

{

–

2nd-curtain

–

{

Single Shot

Standard
Continuous
Mode

–

{

–

{

High Speed
Continuous
Mode

–

{

–

{

Self-Timer
(10 sec.)

{

Self-Timer
(2 sec.)

{

–

{

Center Point

{

Intervalometer
AF Frame

–
{

Slow Synchro

Drive Mode

–
{*

Off
Red-eye Reduction

Flash Sync

–
{*

60
65

62
64
64
107
109
–

77
110
89

–

{

AF Lock

–

{

113

Manual Focus

–

{

114

202

Manual

Macro Mode
Super Macro Mode
Safety Shift
Digital Zoom

On
Off
On
Off

Exposure Compensation
Evaluative
Metering
CenterLight Meter- Weighted
Averaging
ing System
Spot Metering
Center
AF Point
AE Lock/FE Lock
AEB
Bracket
Focus-BKT (1)
White Balance (2)
Photo Effect
Contrast/Sharpness/Saturation
Continuous
Focus
settings
Single
ISO Speed
Standard
Color Space
Adobe RGB
On
Reverse Display
Off
On
Auto Rotate
Off
ND Filter

{
–
–
–
{
{*
–

{
–
–
–
{
{*
{

–
–
–
–
{
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{

{
–
–
–
{
{*
{

{
–
–
–
–
–
U

{
–
–
–
–
–
{

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–
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–
–
–
–
–
–
–(3)
–

–
–
–
–
–
–
{
{

–
–
–
–
–
–
U
U

–

{

{*
{
–(5)
{
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{
{*
{
–

U*
U
–(5)
{
–
–
{
U*
U
–

{
–
–(5)
–
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–
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–

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Reference
Page
73
75
86
78
92

104/106
100
102
93

{

116
99
98
48
119
118

* Default setting {: Setting selection is possible. U: Setting can only be
selected for the first image. –: Setting selection is not possible.
(Shaded Area): Setting remains in effect even when the camera is
turned off.
The default for the settings changed by the menu and button operations can
be restored all at once except for [Date/Time], [Language] and [Video System]
(page 52).
(1) Selectable only in manual focus.
(2) Cannot be adjusted when the photo effect is set to [Sepia] or [B/W].
(3) The white balance is set to [AUTO].
(4) The white balance [flash] cannot be set.
(5) The ISO speed is automatically set by the camera.
(6) ISO [AUTO] cannot be selected.

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