Page 1 Camera User Guide • Before use, be sure to read this guide, including the safety precautions. • This guide will familiarize you with how to use the camera correctly. • Keep the guide handy for future reference. ENGLISH...
Page 2: Package Contents
Package Contents Before use, make sure the following items are included in the package. If anything is missing, contact your camera dealer. Camera Interface Cable IFC-400PCU Getting Started • A memory card is not included (see below). PDF Manuals For information about the included software, refer to the ImageBrowser EX User Guide, in PDF format (p.
Page 3: Preliminary Notes And Legal Information
• Take and review some test shots initially to make sure the images were recorded correctly. Please note that Canon Inc., its subsidiaries and affiliates, and its distributors are not liable for any consequential damages arising from any malfunction of a camera or accessory, including memory cards, that results in the failure of an image to be recorded or to be recorded in a way that is machine readable.
Page 4: Part Names And Conventions In This Guide
Part Names and Conventions in This Guide Lamp Lens Zoom lever Shooting: i (telephoto) / j (wide angle) Playback: k (magnify) / g (index) Power button Shutter button • In this guide, icons are used to represent the corresponding camera buttons and dials on which they appear or which they resemble.
Page 5 Screen (LCD monitor) Mode dial AV OUT (Audio/video output) / DIGITAL terminal HDMI terminal 1 (Playback) button n button l (Display) button Movie button Indicator • The following camera buttons and controls are represented by icons. o Up button on back q Left button on back r Right button...
Page 6: Table Of Contents
Contents Package Contents ...2 Compatible Memory Cards ...2 Preliminary Notes and Legal Information...3 Part Names and Conventions in This Guide ...4 Contents ...6 Contents: Basic Operations ...8 Safety Precautions...10 Initial Preparations ...14 Trying the Camera Out ...21 Included Software, PDF Manuals ...25 Accessories ...32 Camera Basics ...35 On/Off ...36...
Page 7 Playback Mode ...145 Viewing ... 146 Browsing and Filtering Images... 151 Editing Face ID Information ... 154 Image Viewing Options ... 156 Protecting Images ... 159 Erasing Images ... 163 Rotating Images... 165 Image Categories... 167 Editing Still Images ... 172 Editing Movies...
Page 8: Contents: Basic Operations
Contents: Basic Operations Shoot Use camera-determined settings (Auto Mode) ... 54 Follow simple camera instructions (Easy Mode) ... 91 Shooting people well Portraits (p. 93) Matching specific scenes Night Scenes Low Light (p. 94) (p. 93) Applying special effects Vivid Colors (p.
Page 9 View View images (Playback Mode) ... 146 Follow simple camera instructions (Easy Mode) ... 91 Automatic playback (Slideshow)... 156 On a TV ... 199 On a computer... 26 Browse through images quickly... 151 Erase images... 163 Shoot/View Movies Shoot movies... 54, 111 View movies ...
Page 10: Safety Precautions
If liquids or foreign objects come into contact with the camera interior, immediately turn the camera off and remove the battery. If the battery charger becomes wet, unplug it from the outlet and consult your camera distributor or a Canon Customer Support Help Desk. Denotes the possibility of serious injury or death.
Page 11 • Use only the recommended battery. • Do not place the battery near or in direct flame. • Unplug the power cord periodically, and using a dry cloth, wipe away any dust and dirt that has collected on the plug, the exterior of the power outlet, and the surrounding area.
Page 12 Safety Precautions • Viewing images on the camera screen for prolonged periods may cause discomfort. • Take care not to pinch your finger when the flash lowers. This could result in injury. Caution Denotes the possibility of damage to the equipment. •...
Page 13 • When putting the camera in your bag, ensure that hard objects do not come into contact with the screen. • Do not attach any hard objects to the camera. Doing so may cause malfunctions or damage the screen. Safety Precautions...
Page 14: Initial Preparations
Initial Preparations Prepare for shooting as follows. Attaching the Strap Holding the Camera Charging the Battery Before use, charge the battery with the included charger. Be sure to charge the battery initially, because the camera is not sold with the battery charged. Thread the end of the strap through the strap hole ( ), and then pull the other end of the...
Page 15: Charge The Battery
CB-2LY CB-2LYE • To protect the battery and keep it in optimal condition, do not charge it continuously for more than 24 hours. • For battery chargers that use a power cord, do not attach the charger or cord to other objects. Doing so could result in malfunction or damage to the product.
Page 16: Insert The Memory Card
Initial Preparations Open the cover. Slide the cover ( ) and open it ( Insert the battery. While pressing the battery lock in the direction of the arrow, insert the battery facing as shown and push it in until it clicks into the locked position.
Page 17: Removing The Battery And Memory Card
Removing the Battery and Memory Card Setting the Date and Time A screen for setting the date and time is displayed the first time you turn the camera on. Be sure to specify the date and time, which is the basis for dates and times added to your images.
Page 18: Finish The Setup Process
Initial Preparations • Unless you set the date, time, and local time zone, the [Date/Time] screen will be displayed each time you turn the camera on. Specify the correct information. • To set daylight saving time (1 hour ahead), choose by pressing the op buttons or turning the 5 dial.
Page 19: Change The Date And Time
SX260 HS SX240 HS • Date/time settings can be retained for about 3 weeks by the camera’s built-in date/time battery (backup battery) after the battery pack is removed. • The date/time battery will be charged in about 4 hours once you insert a charged battery or connect the camera to an AC adapter kit (sold separately, p.
Page 20: Display Language
Initial Preparations Display Language The display language can be changed as needed. A clock icon is displayed if you wait too long in step 2 after pressing the m • button before you press the n button. In this case, press the m button to dismiss the clock icon and repeat step 2.
Page 21: Trying The Camera Out
Trying the Camera Out Follow these instructions to turn the camera on, shoot still images or movies, and then view them. Shooting (Smart Auto) For fully automatic selection of the optimal settings for specific scenes, simply let the camera determine the subject and shooting conditions. Still Images Turn the camera on.
Page 22: Shooting Still Images
Trying the Camera Out AF Frames Shoot. Shooting Still Images Focus. Press the shutter button lightly, halfway down. The camera beeps twice after focusing, and AF frames are displayed to indicate image areas in focus. The flash automatically rises in low-light conditions.
Page 23 Trying the Camera Out Black bars displayed on the top and bottom Elapsed Time edges of the screen indicate image areas not recorded. Frames displayed around any faces that are detected indicate that they are in focus. Once recording begins, you can take your finger off the movie button.
Page 24: Play Movies
Trying the Camera Out • To switch to Shooting mode from Playback mode, press the shutter button halfway. Erasing the Images You can choose and erase unneeded images one by one. Be careful when erasing images, because they cannot be recovered. To access Scroll Display mode, turn the 5 dial rapidly.
Page 25: Included Software, Pdf Manuals
• You can also erase all images at once (p. 163). Included Software, PDF Manuals The software and PDF manuals on the included CD-ROM are introduced below, with instructions for installation, saving images to a computer, and using the PDF manuals. Features of the Included Software After installing the software on the CD-ROM, you can do the following things on your computer.
Page 26: System Requirements
ImageBrowser EX User Guide may not be accessible from the Help function. In such cases, it will either be included on the CD-ROM bundled with your camera, or you can download the latest version from the Canon website. System Requirements The included software can be used on the following computers.
Page 27 Display 1024 x 768 resolution or higher • Check the Canon website for the latest system requirements, including supported OS versions. Installing the Software and PDF Manuals Windows 7 and Mac OS X 10.6 are used here for the sake of illustration.
Page 28 Included Software, PDF Manuals When a message is displayed prompting you to connect the camera, connect it to a computer. With the camera turned off, open the cover ). With the smaller plug of the included interface cable (p. 2) in the orientation shown, insert the plug fully into the camera terminal ( Insert the larger plug of the interface cable in...
Page 29: Saving Images To A Computer
• When not connected to the Internet, there are the following limitations. The screen in step 3 will not be displayed. Some functions may not be installed. The first time you connect the camera to the computer, drivers will be installed, so it may take a few minutes until camera images are accessible.
Page 30 Included Software, PDF Manuals Choose [Downloads Images From Canon Camera using Canon CameraWindow] and then click [OK]. Double click CameraWindow Save the images to the computer. Click [Import Images from Camera], and then click [Import Untransferred Images]. Images are now saved to the Pictures folder on the computer, in separate folders named by date.
Page 31 • To start CameraWindow in Windows Vista or XP, click [Downloads Images From Canon Camera using Canon CameraWindow] on the screen displayed when you turn the camera on in step 2. If CameraWindow is not displayed, click the [Start] menu and choose [All Programs] [CameraWindow] •...
Page 32: Accessories
Accessories Included Accessories Battery Pack Wrist Strap (with terminal cover) WS-DC11 Power AC Adapter Kit ACK-DC40 *1 Also available for purchase separately. *2 High-Power Flash HF-DC1 also supported. Battery Charger NB-6L* CB-2LY/CB-2LYE* Interface Cable IFC-400PCU Memory Card Card Reader Cable HDMI Cable HTC-100 Stereo AV Cable AVC-DC400ST DIGITAL...
Page 33 This product is designed to achieve excellent performance when used with genuine Canon accessories. Canon shall not be liable for any damage to this product and/or accidents such as fire, etc., caused by the malfunction of non-genuine Canon accessories (e.g., a leakage and/ or explosion of a battery pack).
Page 35: Camera Basics
Camera Basics Basic camera operations and features...
Page 36: On/Off
On/Off To switch to Playback mode from Shooting mode, press the 1 button. • • To switch to Shooting mode from Playback mode, press the shutter button halfway (p. 37). • The lens will be retracted after about one minute, once the camera is in Playback mode, and the flash will be lowered if it was up.
Page 37: Shutter Button
Shutter Button To ensure your shots are in focus, always press the shutter button lightly (halfway) initially. Once the subject is in focus, press the button all the way down to shoot. In this manual, shutter button operations are described as pressing the button halfway or all the way down.
Page 38: Shooting Modes
Shooting Modes Use the mode dial to access each shooting mode. Live View Control Mode Customize image brightness or colors when shooting (p. 90). Auto Mode Fully automatic shooting, with camera- determined settings (pp. 21, 54). Easy Mode Convenient shooting, simply by pressing the shutter button (p.
Page 39: Func. Menu
FUNC. Menu Configure commonly used functions through the FUNC. menu as follows. Note that menu items and options vary depending on the shooting mode (pp. 232 – 233) or playback mode (p. 239). Options Menu Items • To undo any accidental setting changes, you can restore the camera’s default settings (p.
Page 40: Choose An Option
Configure a variety of camera functions through other menus as follows. Menu items are grouped by purpose on tabs, such as shooting (4), playback (1), and so on. Note that available settings vary depending on the selected shooting or playback mode (pp. 234 – 239). •...
Page 41: Indicator Display
Indicator Display The indicator on the back of the camera (p. 5) lights up or blinks depending on the camera status. Indicator Color Status Green Blinking • When the indicator blinks green, never turn the camera off, open the memory card/battery cover, or shake or jolt the camera, which may corrupt images or damage the camera or memory card.
Page 43: Using Gps Function
Using GPS Function SX260 HS Basic GPS operations and features...
Page 44: Using Gps Function
Using GPS Function Camera location information (latitude, longitude, and elevation) based on acquired GPS signals can be added to the still images and movies you shoot, or this information can be logged separately. In addition to geotagging, the camera clock can be updated automatically. Before using GPS functions, make sure the date, time, and local time zone on the camera are set correctly, as described in “Setting the Date and Time”...
Page 45 Places With Poor GPS Coverage • Location information may not be recorded, or inaccurate information may be recorded where GPS signal coverage is poor, such as in the following places. Indoors underground forests near high-voltage power lines or mobile phones operating on the 1.5 GHz band inside a bag or suitcase is used in an optional waterproof case (p.
Page 46 Using GPS Function Reception Status Display (on) GPS signal received. Location can be recorded.* (blinking) Looking for GPS signal.* (on) No GPS signal. Logger function is [On] (p. 48). Tips When is Displayed • When GPS signal reception is not possible indoors or in other places away from coverage (p.
Page 47 Geotagging Images While Shooting Camera location information (latitude, longitude, and elevation) can be added as you shoot, for later reference (p. 149). This information also enables you to see the shooting location of your still images and movies on a map, when you use the included software (p.
Page 48 Using GPS Function Logging Camera Location Data You can keep a record of where the camera was taken by using location information acquired from GPS satellite signals over a period of time. Daily location data based on acquired GPS signals is logged to a file, separate from image data.
Page 49: Memory Card
Save the GPS log files to the memory card. When you turn off the camera, a message about the logger is displayed. The location information, date and time will be saved to the memory card. This information will not remain on the camera.
Page 50 Using GPS Function • Removing the battery after step 4 will deactivate the logger. To reactivate the logger after battery replacement, turn the camera on and then off again. • GPS log files cannot be saved when write-protected memory cards are in the camera.
Page 51 Number of Logs Acquired Latitude Longitude Time Automatically Updating the Date and Time You can have the date and time for the configured time zone (pp. 17, 189) automatically updated when the camera receives GPS signals. Confirming Automatic Time Updating [Update completed] is shown on the [Date/Time] screen in step 2 on p.
Page 53: Smart Auto Mode
Smart Auto Mode Convenient mode for easy shots with greater control over shooting...
Page 54: Shooting In Smart Auto Mode
Shooting in Smart Auto Mode For fully automatic selection at optimal settings for specific scenes, simply let the camera determine the subject and shooting conditions. Zoom Bar Focus Range (approx.) Still Images Turn the camera on. Press the power button. Enter A mode.
Page 55 Shoot. Shooting Still Images Press the shutter button halfway. The camera beeps twice after focusing, and AF frames are displayed to indicate image areas in focus. Several AF frames are displayed when multiple areas are in focus. The flash automatically rises in low-light conditions.
Page 56 Shooting in Smart Auto Mode Elapsed Time Shooting Movies Start shooting. Press the movie button. The camera beeps once as recording begins, and [ Rec] is displayed with the elapsed time. Black bars displayed on the top and bottom edges of the screen indicate image areas not recorded.
Page 57: Still Images
Still Images/Movies • To activate the screen when the camera is on but the screen is blank, press the l button. • To restore camera sound if you have accidentally deactivated it (by holding the l button down while turning the camera on), press the n button and choose [Mute] on the 3 tab, and then press the qr buttons to choose [Off].
Page 58 Shooting in Smart Auto Mode Movies Microphone • Avoid touching camera controls other than the movie button when shooting movies, because sounds made by the camera will be recorded. • To correct suboptimal image color that may occur in shooting (p. 82) after you recompose shots, press the movie button to stop recording, and then press it again to resume recording.
Page 59: Scene Icons
Scene Icons In A mode, shooting scenes determined by the camera are indicated by the icon displayed, and corresponding settings are automatically selected for optimal focusing, subject brightness, and color. Depending on the scene, continuous images may be shot (p. 60). Background Subject People...
Page 60: Continuous Shooting Scenes
Shooting in Smart Auto Mode • The background color of color of is orange. • When shooting movies, only People, Other Subjects, and At Close Range icons will be displayed. • When shooting with the self-timer, People (In Motion), Smiling, Sleeping, Babies (Smiling), Babies (Sleeping), Children, Other Subjects (In Motion) icons will not be displayed.
Page 61: Image Stabilization Icons
When you want to shoot single images only, press the m button, choose • the menu, and then choose Image Stabilization Icons Optimal image stabilization for the shooting conditions is automatically applied (Intelligent IS). Additionally, the following icons are displayed in A mode.
Page 62 Shooting in Smart Auto Mode On-Screen Frames A variety of frames are displayed once the camera detects subjects you are aiming the camera at. • A white frame is displayed around the subject (or person’s face) determined by the camera to be the main subject, and gray frames are displayed around other detected faces.
Page 63: Common, Convenient Features
Common, Convenient Features Zooming In Closer on Subjects (Digital Zoom) When distant subjects are too far away to enlarge using the optical zoom, use digital zoom for up to about 80x enlargement. Zoom Factor • Moving the zoom lever will display the zoom bar (which indicates the zoom position).
Page 64: Using The Self-Timer
Common, Convenient Features Using the Self-Timer With the self-timer, you can include yourself in group photos or other timed shots. The camera will shoot about 10 seconds after you press the shutter button. Still Images Configure the setting. Press the p button, choose ] (either press the op buttons or turn the 5 dial), and then press the m button.
Page 65: Using The Self-Timer To Avoid Camera Shake
Using the Self-Timer to Avoid Camera Shake This option delays shutter release until about two seconds after you have pressed the shutter button. If the camera is unsteady while you are pressing the shutter button, it will not affect your shot. Customizing the Self-Timer You can specify the delay (0 –...
Page 66: Deactivating The Flash
Common, Convenient Features • When you specify multiple shots, image brightness and white balance are determined by the first shot. More time is required between shots when the flash fires or when you have specified to take many shots. Shooting will stop automatically when the memory card becomes full.
Page 67: Adding The Shooting Date And Time
Adding the Shooting Date and Time The camera can add the shooting date and time to images in the lower-right corner. However, note that these cannot be removed. Confirm beforehand that the date and time are correct (p. 17). • Images originally recorded without the date and time can be printed with this information as follows.
Page 68: Choose A Subject To Focus On
Common, Convenient Features Choosing Subjects to Focus On (Tracking AF) Shoot after choosing a subject to focus on as follows. • Tracking may not be possible when subjects are too small or move too rapidly, or when subject color or brightness matches that of the background too closely. Specify Tracking AF.
Page 69: Using Face Id
Using Face ID If you register a person ahead of time, the camera will detect that person’s face, and prioritize focus, brightness, and color for that person when shooting. In A mode, the camera can detect babies and children based on registered birthdays and optimize settings for them when shooting.
Page 70: Register Face Information
Using Face ID Choose [Add to Registry], and then choose [Add a New Face]. Register face information. Aim the camera so that the face of the person you want to register is inside the gray frame at the center of the screen. A white frame on the person’s face indicates that the face is recognized.
Page 71 The [Edit Profile] screen is displayed. Enter a name. Press the m button. Press the opqr buttons or turn the 5 dial to choose a character, and then press the m button to enter it. Up to 10 characters can be used. and press the m button Choose to move the cursor.
Page 72 Using Face ID • The flash will not fire when following step 2. • If you do not register a birthday in step 5, Babies or Children icons (p. 59) will not display in A mode. • You can overwrite registered face info, and add face info later if you have not filled all 5 face info slots (p.
Page 73: Checking And Editing Registered Information
• Registered people may not be correctly detected if the captured image or scene differs drastically from the registered face information. • If a registered face is not detected, or not easily detected, overwrite registered information with new face info. Registering face info right before shooting will allow for easier detection of registered faces.
Page 74 Using Face ID Changing the Name or Birthday • Even if you change names in [Edit Profile], the names recorded in previously shot images will remain the same. • You can check and erase registered face information by choosing [Face Info List] on the screen in step 3 on p.
Page 75: Overwriting And Adding Face Information
Overwriting and Adding Face Information You can overwrite existing face information with new face info. You should update face information regularly, especially with babies and children, as their faces change quickly as they grow. You can also add face information when all 5 face info slots have not been filled.
Page 76 Using Face ID • You cannot add face information if all 5 information slots are filled. Follow the steps above to overwrite face information. • You can follow the above steps to register new face info when there is at least one slot open, however you cannot overwrite any face information.
Page 77: Erasing Registered Information
Erasing Registered Information You can erase information (face info, name, birthday) registered to Face ID. However, names recorded in previously shot images will not be erased. • If you erase a registered person’s info, you will not be able to display their name (p.
Page 78: Image Customization Features
Image Customization Features Changing the Aspect Ratio Change the image aspect ratio (ratio of width to height) as follows. Same aspect ratio as HDTVs, used for display on widescreen HDTVs or similar display devices. Same aspect ratio as 35mm film, used for printing images at 5 x 7-inch or postcard sizes.
Page 79 Changing Image Resolution (Size) Choose from 4 levels of image resolution, as follows. For guidelines on how many shots at each resolution setting can fit on a memory card, see “Specifications” in the Getting Started guide. Guidelines for Choosing Resolution Based on Paper Size (for 4:3 Images) A2 (16.5 x 23.4 in.) A3 –...
Page 80 Image Customization Features Red-Eye Correction Red-eye that occurs in the flash photography can be automatically corrected as follows. • Red-eye correction may be applied to image areas other than eyes (if the camera misinterprets red eye makeup as red pupils, for example).
Page 81: Correcting Greenish Image Areas From
Correcting Greenish Image Areas from Mercury Lamps In shots of evening scenes with subjects illuminated by mercury lamps, the subjects or background may appear to have a greenish tinge. This greenish tinge can be corrected automatically when shooting, using Multi-area White Balance.
Page 82: Changing Movie Image Quality
Image Customization Features Changing Movie Image Quality 3 image quality settings are available. For guidelines on the maximum movie length at each level of image quality that will fit on a memory card, see “Specifications” in the Getting Started guide. Image Quality Resolution 1920 x 1080*...
Page 83: Using The Wind Filter
Using the Wind Filter Distorted audio caused by recording when the wind is strong can be reduced. However, the recording may sound unnatural when this option is used when there is no wind. Image Customization Features Configure the setting. Press the n button, choose [Wind Filter] on the 4 tab, and then choose [On] (p.
Page 84: Helpful Shooting Features
Helpful Shooting Features Displaying Grid Lines Grid lines can be displayed on the screen for vertical and horizontal reference while shooting. • Grid lines are not recorded in your shots. Still Images Configure the setting. Press the n button, choose [Grid Lines] on the 4 tab, and then choose [On] (p.
Page 85: Magnifying The Area In Focus
Magnifying the Area in Focus You can check the focus by pressing the shutter button halfway to enlarge the image area in the AF frame. • The display will not magnify if a face was not detected, or if the person is too close to the camera and their face is too large for the screen.
Page 86: Checking For Closed Eyes
Helpful Shooting Features Checking for Closed Eyes is displayed when the camera detects that people may have closed their eyes. When you have specified multiple shots in $ mode, this function is only • available for the final shot. Choose Press the m button, choose and then choose Configure the setting.
Page 87: Customizing Camera Operation
Customizing Camera Operation Customize shooting functions on the 4 tab of the menu as follows. For instructions on menu functions, see “n” (p. 40). Deactivating the AF Assist Beam You can deactivate the lamp that normally lights up to help you focus when you press the shutter button halfway in low-light conditions.
Page 88: Changing The Image Display Style After Shots
Customizing Camera Operation Changing the Image Display Period After Shots Change how long images are displayed after shots as follows. Changing the Image Display Style After Shots Change the way images are displayed after shots as follows. Configure the setting. Press the n button, choose [Review] on the 4 tab, and then choose the desired option (p.
Page 89: Other Shooting Modes
Other Shooting Modes Shoot more effectively in various scenes, and take shots enhanced with unique image effects or captured using special functions...
Page 90: Brightness/Color Customization (Live View Control)
Brightness/Color Customization (Live View Control) Image brightness or colors when shooting can be easily customized as follows. Adjust image brightness as desired. For brighter images, adjust the level Brightness to the right, and for darker images, adjust it to the left. Adjust image color saturation as desired.
Page 91: Easy Mode
Easy Mode In Easy mode, on-screen instructions help you shoot. To prevent mistakes, all controls except the zoom lever, the movie button (p. 56), and the buttons mentioned on this page are deactivated. Even beginners can feel confident about shooting or viewing images on the camera. Shooting Viewing Still Images...
Page 92: Auto Clip Recording (Movie Digest)
Auto Clip Recording (Movie Digest) You can make a short movie of a day just by shooting still images. Before each shot, the camera will automatically record a movie clip of the scene. Each clip recorded that day is combined into a single file. •...
Page 93: Specific Scenes
Specific Scenes Choose a mode matching the shooting scene, and the camera will automatically configure the settings for optimal shots. Still Images Enter K mode. Set the mode dial to K. Choose a shooting mode. Press the m button, choose I in the menu, and then choose a shooting mode (p.
Page 94 Specific Scenes • Because the camera will shoot continuously in steady while shooting. • mode, shooting conditions that cause excessive camera shake or similar issues may prevent the camera from combining images, and you may not be able to obtain the expected results. In t mode, mount the camera on a tripod or take other measures to •...
Page 95: Correcting White Balance
and S modes, shots may look grainy because the ISO speed (p. 118) is • increased to suit the shooting conditions. • mode resolution is Correcting White Balance White balance can be manually corrected in S mode (p. 94). This adjustment can match the effect of using a commercially available color-compensating filter.
Page 96 Specific Scenes Making Skin Look Smoother (Smooth Skin) You can apply a smoothening effect when shooting images of people. The effect level and color ([Lighter Skin Tone], [Darker Skin Tone]) can be chosen as follows. • Areas other than people’s skin may be modified. •...
Page 97 Auto Shooting After Face Detection (Smart Shutter) Auto Shooting After Smile Detection The camera shoots automatically after detecting a smile, even without you pressing the shutter button. • Switch to another mode when you finish shooting, or the camera will continue shooting each time a smile is detected.
Page 98 Specific Scenes Using the Wink Self-Timer Aim the camera at a person and press the shutter button all the way down. The camera will shoot about two seconds after a wink is detected. • If the wink is not detected, wink again slowly and deliberately. •...
Page 99: Using The Face Self-Timer
Using the Face Self-Timer The camera will shoot about two seconds after detecting that the face of another person (such as the photographer) has entered the shooting area (p. 129). This is useful when including yourself in group photos or similar shots.
Page 100 Specific Scenes • Even if your face is not detected after you join the others in the shooting area, the camera will shoot about 15 seconds later. To change the number of shots, press the op buttons after choosing • step 1.
Page 101 • Focus, image brightness, and color are determined by the first shot. • The screen is blank while you are shooting. • There may be a delay after continuous shooting before you can shoot again. Additionally, depending on the memory card, there may be a delay before you can shoot again.
Page 102: Shooting Stitch Assist Images
Specific Scenes Shooting Stitch Assist Images Shoot a large subject by taking multiple shots at various positions, and then use the included software to combine them into a panorama. • This function is not available when using a TV as a display while shooting (p.
Page 103: Image Effects (Creative Filters)
Image Effects (Creative Filters) Add a variety of effects to images when shooting. • first, to make sure you obtain the desired results. Enter mode. Set the mode dial to Choose a shooting mode. Press the m button, choose and then choose a shooting mode (p. 39). Shoot.
Page 104 Image Effects (Creative Filters) Shooting with a Fish-Eye Lens Effect (Fish-eye Effect) Shoot with the distorting effect of a fish-eye lens. Shots Resembling Miniature Models (Miniature Effect) Creates the effect of a miniature model, by blurring image areas above and below your selected area.
Page 105 Playback Speed and Estimated Playback Time (for One- Minute Clips) Speed • The zoom is not available when shooting movies. Be sure to set the zoom before shooting. • To switch the orientation of the frame (from horizontal to vertical or vice-versa), press the m button in step 2.
Page 106: Shooting With A Soft Focus Effect
Image Effects (Creative Filters) Shooting with a Toy Camera Effect (Toy Camera Effect) This effect makes images resemble shots from a toy camera by vignetting (darker, blurred image corners) and changing the overall color. Standard Shots resemble toy camera images. Warm Images have a warmer tone than with [Standard].
Page 107: Shooting In Monochrome
Shooting in Monochrome Shoot images in black and white, sepia, or blue and white. Black and white shots. Sepia Sepia tone shots. Blue Blue and white shots. Image Effects (Creative Filters) Choose an effect level. Press the l button, choose an effect level (either press the qr buttons or turn the 5 dial), and then press the l button again.
Page 108 Image Effects (Creative Filters) Shooting with Color Accent Choose a single image color to keep and change other colors to black and white. Recorded Color • Using the flash in this mode may cause unexpected results. • In some shooting scenes, images may look grainy and colors may not look as expected.
Page 109: Shooting With Color Swap
Shooting with Color Swap You can replace one image color with another before shooting. Note that only one color can be replaced. Image Effects (Creative Filters) Still Images Choose Y. Follow steps 1 – 2 on p. 103 and choose Y. Access the setting screen.
Page 110: Discreet Mode
Discreet Mode • Using the flash in this mode may cause unexpected results. • In some shooting scenes, images may look grainy and colors may not look as expected. Discreet Mode Shoot without activating camera sounds, the flash, or lamp as follows. Use this mode where camera sounds, the flash, and lights are prohibited.
Page 111: Shooting Various Movies
Shooting Various Movies Shooting Movies in E Mode Locking or Changing Image Brightness Before Shooting Before shooting, you can lock the exposure or change it in 1/3-stop increments within a range of –2 to +2. Enter E mode. Set the mode dial to E. Configure the settings to suit the movie (pp.
Page 112: Shooting Super Slow Motion Movies
Shooting Various Movies Shooting Super Slow Motion Movies You can shoot fast-moving subjects for playback later in slow motion. Note that sound is not recorded. Frame Rate 240 fps 120 fps • Zooming is not available during recording, even if you move the zoom lever.
Page 113: Shooting Iframe Movies
Shooting iFrame Movies Shoot movies that can be edited with iFrame-compatible software or devices. You can quickly edit, save, and manage iFrame movies using the included software. • The resolution is • iFrame is a video format developed by Apple. Choose Follow steps 1 –...
Page 115: G Mode
G mode More discerning shots, in your preferred shooting style • Instructions in this chapter apply to the camera with the mode dial set to G mode. • G: Program AE; AE: Auto Exposure • Before using a function introduced in this chapter in modes other than G, make sure the function is available in that mode (pp.
Page 116: Shooting In Program Ae Mode (G Mode)
Shooting in Program AE Mode (G Mode) You can customize many function settings to suit your preferred shooting style. • If adequate exposure cannot be obtained when you press the shutter button halfway, shutter speeds and aperture values are displayed in orange. To obtain adequate exposure, try adjusting the following settings.
Page 117: Changing The Metering Method
Locking Image Brightness/Exposure (AE Lock) Before shooting, you can lock the exposure, or you can specify focus and exposure separately. • AE: Auto Exposure • After the exposure is locked, you can adjust the combination of shutter speed and aperture value by turning the 5 dial (Program Shift). Changing the Metering Method Adjust the metering method (how brightness is measured) to suit shooting conditions as follows.
Page 118: Changing The Iso Speed
Image Brightness (Exposure Compensation) For typical shooting conditions, including backlit shots. Evaluative Automatically adjusts exposure to match the shooting conditions. Determines the average brightness of light across the entire image Center area, calculated by treating brightness in the central area as more Weighted Avg.
Page 119 Correcting Image Brightness (i-Contrast) Before shooting, excessively bright or dark image areas (such as faces or backgrounds) can be detected and automatically adjusted to the optimal brightness. Insufficient overall image contrast can also be automatically corrected before shooting to make subjects stand out better. •...
Page 120: Color And Continuous Shooting
Color and Continuous Shooting Adjusting White Balance By adjusting white balance (WB), you can make image colors look more natural for the scene you are shooting. Automatically sets the optimal white balance for the shooting Auto conditions. Day Light For shooting outdoors in fair weather. Cloudy For shooting in cloudy conditions, in the shade, or at twilight.
Page 121: Custom White Balance
Custom White Balance For image colors that look natural under the light in your shot, adjust white balance to suit the light source where you are shooting. Set the white balance under the same light source that will illuminate your shot. •...
Page 122 Color and Continuous Shooting Changing Image Color Tones (My Colors) Change image color tones as desired, such as converting images to sepia or black and white. My Colors Off Vivid Neutral Sepia Positive Film Lighter Skin Tone Darker Skin Tone Vivid Blue Vivid Green Vivid Red...
Page 123: Custom Color
• White balance (p. 120) cannot be set in • With modified. These settings may not produce the expected results with some skin tones. Custom Color Choose the desired level of image contrast, sharpness, color saturation, red, green, blue, and skin tones in a range of 1 – 5. Color and Continuous Shooting modes, colors other than people’s skin tone may be Access the setting screen.
Page 124: Continuous Shooting
Color and Continuous Shooting Continuous Shooting Hold the shutter button all the way down to shoot continuously. Mode Continuous shooting, with the focus and exposure determined Continuous when you press the shutter button halfway. Continuous Continuous shooting and focusing. Shooting AF [AF Frame] is set to [Center] and cannot be changed.
Page 125: Shooting Range And Focusing
Shooting Range and Focusing Shooting Close-ups (Macro) To restrict the focus to subjects at close range, set the camera to e. For details on the focusing range, see “Specifications” in the Getting Started guide. • If the flash fires, vignetting may occur. In the yellow bar display area below the zoom bar, e will turn gray •...
Page 126 Shooting Range and Focusing MF Indicator • AF frame mode or size cannot be changed while focusing manually (p. 127). If you want to change the AF frame mode or size, cancel manual focus mode first. • Focusing is possible when using the digital zoom (p. 63) or digital tele-converter (p.
Page 127: Changing The Af Frame Mode
Digital Tele-Converter The focal length of the lens can be increased by approximately 1.5x or 2.0x. This can reduce camera shake because the shutter speed is faster than it would be if you zoomed (including using digital zoom) in to the same zoom factor.
Page 128 Shooting Range and Focusing Center One AF frame is displayed in the center. Effective for reliable focusing. • A yellow AF frame is displayed with when you press the shutter button halfway. Note that AF-point zooming (p. 85) is not possible. To reduce the AF frame size, press the n button and set [AF Frame Size] •...
Page 129: Face Detect
Face Detect • Detects people’s faces, and then sets the focus, exposure (evaluative metering only), and white balance ( • After you aim the camera at the subject, a white frame is displayed around the person’s face determined by the camera to be the main subject, and up to two gray frames are displayed around other detected faces.
Page 130 Shooting Range and Focusing Choosing Subjects to Focus On (Tracking AF) Shoot after choosing a subject to focus on as follows. Choose [Tracking AF]. Follow the steps in “Changing the AF Frame Mode” (p. 127) to choose [Tracking AF]. is displayed in the center of the screen. Choose a subject to focus on.
Page 131: Shooting With Servo Af
• [Servo AF] (see below) is set to [On] and cannot be changed. • Tracking may not be possible when subjects are too small or move too rapidly, or when subject color or brightness matches that of the background too closely. [AF-Point Zoom] on the 4 tab is not available.
Page 132: Changing The Focus Setting
Shooting Range and Focusing • Focusing may not be possible in some shooting conditions. • In low-light conditions, Servo AF may not be activated (AF frames may not turn blue) when you press the shutter button halfway. In this case, the focus and exposure are set according to the specified AF frame mode.
Page 133: Shooting With The Af Lock
Shooting with the AF Lock The focus can be locked. After you lock the focus, the focal position will not change even when you release your finger from the shutter button. Shooting Range and Focusing Still Images Lock the focus. With the shutter button pressed halfway, press the q button.
Page 134: Flash
Flash Activating Flash You can have the flash fire for each shot. For details on the flash range, see “Flash Range” (see “Specifications” in the Getting Started guide). Shooting with Slow Synchro With this option, the flash fires to increase the brightness of the main subject (such as people) while the camera shoots at a slow shutter speed to increase the brightness of the background that is out of the flash range.
Page 135: Adjusting The Flash Exposure Compensation
Adjusting the Flash Exposure Compensation Just as with regular exposure compensation (p. 116), you can adjust the flash exposure from –2 to +2 stops, in 1/3-stop increments. • When there is a risk of overexposure, the camera automatically adjusts the shutter speed or aperture value during the flash shots to reduce washed-out highlights and shoot at optimal exposure.
Page 136: Shooting With The Fe Lock
Flash Shooting with the FE Lock Just as with the AE lock (p. 117), you can lock the exposure for the flash shots. • FE: Flash Exposure Set the flash to h (p. 134). Lock the flash exposure. Aim the camera at the subject to shoot with the exposure locked.
Page 137: Other Settings
Other Settings Changing the IS Mode Settings • If image stabilization cannot prevent camera shake, mount the camera on a tripod or take other measures to hold it still. In this case, set [IS Mode] to [Off]. Still Images Access the setting screen. Press the n button, choose [IS Settings] on the 4 tab, and then press the m button (p.
Page 138 Other Settings Deactivating Powered IS Powered IS reduces slow camera shake that may occur when recording telephoto movies. However, this option may not produce the expected results when used for the stronger camera shake that may occur when shooting while walking or when moving the camera to match subject movement. In this case, set Powered IS to [Off].
Page 139: Tv, Av, And M Mode
Tv, Av, and M Mode Take smarter, more sophisticated shots • Instructions in this chapter apply to the camera as set to the respective mode.
Page 140: Specific Shutter Speeds (Tv Mode)
Specific Shutter Speeds (Tv Mode) Set your preferred shutter speed before shooting as follows. The camera automatically adjusts the aperture value to suit your shutter speed. For details on available shutter speeds, see “Specifications” in the Getting Started guide. • With shutter speeds of 1.3 seconds or slower, there will be a delay before you can shoot again, as images are processed to remove noise.
Page 141: Specific Aperture Values (Av Mode)
Specific Aperture Values (Av Mode) Set your preferred aperture value before shooting as follows. The camera automatically adjusts the shutter speed to suit your aperture value. For details on available aperture values, see “Specifications” in the Getting Started guide. • Orange display of shutter speeds when you press the shutter button halfway indicates that the settings deviate from standard exposure.
Page 142: Specific Shutter Speeds And Aperture Values (M Mode)
Specific Shutter Speeds and Aperture Values (M Mode) Follow these steps before shooting to set your preferred shutter speed and aperture value to obtain the desired exposure. For details on available shutter speeds and aperture values, see “Specifications” in the Getting Started guide. Aperture Value Shutter Speed Standard...
Page 143: Adjusting The Flash Output
D: Manual • • Calculation of standard exposure is based on the specified metering method (p. 117). Adjusting the Flash Output Choose from the three flash levels in D mode. You can also set the flash level by accessing n (p. 40) and choosing [Flash •...
Page 145: Playback Mode
Playback Mode Have fun reviewing your shots, and browse or edit them in many ways • To prepare the camera for these operations, press the 1 button to enter Playback mode. • It may not be possible to play back or edit images that were renamed or already edited on a computer, or images from other cameras.
Page 146: Viewing
Viewing After shooting images or movies, you can view them on the screen as follows. Still Images Enter Playback mode. Press the 1 button. Your last shot is displayed. Browse through your images. To view the previous image, press the q button or turn the 5 dial counterclockwise.
Page 147 • To switch to Shooting mode from Playback mode, press the shutter button halfway. To deactivate Scroll Display, press the n button, choose [Scroll Display] • on the 1 tab, and then choose [Off]. For playback from the last image viewed, press the n button, choose •...
Page 148: Switching Display Modes
Viewing Checking People Detected in Face ID If you switch the camera to simple information display mode (see below), the names of up to five detected people registered in Face ID (p. 69) will be displayed. • If you do not want names to display on images shot using Face ID, press the n button, choose [Face ID Info] on the 1 tab, and then set [Name Display] to [Off].
Page 149 Switching display modes by pressing the l button is also possible • immediately after you shoot, while your shot is displayed. However, simple information display is not available. To change the initial display mode, press the n button and choose [Review Info] on the 4 tab (p. 88). •...
Page 150: Checking The Focus
Viewing Checking the Focus To check the focus of your shots, you can magnify the area of the image that was in the AF frame at the time of shooting. Access Focus Check. Press the l button (p. 148). A white frame is displayed where the AF frame was when the focus was set.
Page 151: Browsing And Filtering Images
Browsing and Filtering Images Navigating Through Images in an Index By displaying multiple images in an index, you can quickly find the images you are looking for. Searching for Images When looking for images on a memory card containing many images, you can specify search conditions to display specific images only.
Page 152 Browsing and Filtering Images • When the camera has found no corresponding images for a search condition, those search conditions will not be available. • Options for viewing images in a search result (step 3) include “Navigating Through Images in an Index” (p. 151), “Viewing Slideshows” (p. 156), and “Magnifying Images”...
Page 153: Viewing Individual Images In A Group
Viewing Movie Digest Movies Movies created in mode (p. 92) can be viewed by date. Viewing Individual Images in a Group Grouped images shot in but they can also be viewed individually. Browsing and Filtering Images Choose a movie. Press the m button, choose and choose the date (p.
Page 154: Editing Face Id Information
Editing Face ID Information • During group playback (step 3), you can use the menu functions accessed by pressing the m button. You can also browse through images quickly (p. 151) and magnify them (p. 156). You can protect, erase, or print all images in a group at once by choosing “Select All in Group”...
Page 155: Erasing Names
Editing Face ID Information Choose an image. Follow the procedure on p. 23 to choose an image, and then press the m button. An orange frame is displayed around the selected face. When multiple names are displayed in an image, press the qr buttons or turn the 5 dial to choose the name to change, and press the m button.
Page 156: Image Viewing Options
Image Viewing Options Magnifying Images Approximate Position of Displayed Area • You can return to single-image display from magnified display by pressing the n button. Viewing Slideshows Automatically play back images from a memory card as follows. Each image is displayed for about three seconds. Magnify an image.
Page 157: Changing Slideshow Settings
• The camera’s power-saving functions (p. 36) are deactivated during slideshows. • To pause or resume slideshows, press the m button. You can switch to other images during playback by pressing the qr buttons or • turning the 5 dial. For fast-forward or fast-rewind, hold the qr buttons down. •...
Page 158 Image Viewing Options Auto Playback of Similar Images (Smart Shuffle) Based on the current image, the camera offers four images similar to it that you may wish to view. After you choose to view one of those images, the camera offers four more images. This is an enjoyable way to play back images in an unexpected order.
Page 159: Protecting Images
Protecting Images Protect important images to prevent accidental erasure by the camera (p. 163). • Protected images on a memory card will be erased if you format the card (pp. 185, 186). • Protected images cannot be erased by the camera. To erase them, cancel protection settings first.
Page 160: Choosing Images Individually
Protecting Images • Protected images cannot be erased by the camera. To erase them, cancel protection settings first. Choosing Images Individually • Images will not be protected if you switch to Shooting mode or turn the camera off before finishing the setup process in step 3. Choose [Select].
Page 161: Selecting A Range
Protecting Images Selecting a Range Choose [Select Range]. Following step 2 on p. 159, choose [Select Range] and press the m button. Choose a starting image. Press the m button. Press the qr buttons or turn the 5 dial to choose the image, and then press the m button.
Page 162: Specifying All Images At Once
Protecting Images You can also choose the first or last image by turning the 5 dial when the top • screen in steps 2 and 3 is displayed. Specifying All Images at Once • To cancel protection for groups of images, choose [Unlock] in step 4 of “Selecting a Range”...
Page 163: Erasing Images
Erasing Images You can choose and erase unneeded images one by one. Be careful when erasing images, because they cannot be recovered. Erasing All Images You can erase all images at once. Be careful when erasing images, because they cannot be recovered. Protected images (p. 159) cannot be erased. Choosing a Selection Method Still Images Choose an image to erase.
Page 164 Erasing Images Choosing Images Individually Selecting a Range Choose [Select]. Following step 2 on p. 163, choose [Select] and press the m button. Choose an image. Once you follow step 2 on p. 160 to choose an image, is displayed. To cancel erasure, press the m button again.
Page 165: Rotating Images
Rotating Images Specifying All Images at Once Choose [Select All Images]. Following step 2 on p. 163, choose [Select All Images] and press the m button. Erase the images. Press the qr buttons or turn the 5 dial to choose [OK], and then press the m button. Still Images Movies Rotating Images...
Page 166: Using The Menu
Rotating Images Using the Menu • Movies with an image quality of • Rotation is not possible when [Auto Rotate] is set to [Off] (see below). Deactivating Auto Rotation Follow these steps to deactivate automatic rotation by the camera, which rotates images shot in vertical orientation so they are displayed vertically on the camera.
Page 167: Image Categories
• Images cannot be rotated (p. 165) when you set [Auto Rotate] to [Off]. Additionally, images already rotated will be displayed in the original orientation. • In Smart Shuffle (p. 158) mode, even if [Auto Rotate] is set to [Off], images shot vertically will be displayed vertically, and rotated images will be displayed in the rotated orientation.
Page 168 Image Categories • Images will not be tagged as favorites if you switch to Shooting mode or turn the camera off before finishing the setup process in step 3. • Favorite images will have a three-star rating ( to computers running Windows 7 or Windows Vista. (Does not apply to movies.) Organizing Images by Category (My Category) You can organize images into categories.
Page 169 • Images will not be assigned to a category if you switch to Shooting mode or turn the camera off before finishing the setup process in step Using the Menu Choose images. Press the qr buttons or turn the 5 dial to choose an image, press the op buttons to choose a category, and then press the m button.
Page 170 Image Categories Choosing Images Individually • Images will not be assigned to a category if you switch to Shooting mode or turn the camera off before finishing the setup process in step Choose [Select]. Following step 2 on p. 169, choose [Select] and press the m button.
Page 171 Selecting a Range • You can clear the selection of all images in the [Select Range] category by choosing [Deselect] in step 4. Choose [Select Range]. Following step 2 on p. 169, choose [Select Range] and press the m button. Choose images.
Page 172: Editing Still Images
Editing Still Images • Image editing (pp. 172 – 177) is only available when the memory card has sufficient free space. Resizing Images Save a copy of images at a lower resolution. Choose [Resize]. Press the n button, and then choose [Resize] on the 1 tab (p.
Page 173 • Editing is not possible for images saved as • Images cannot be resized to a higher resolution. Cropping You can specify a portion of an image to save as a separate image file. in step 3. Choose [Trimming]. Press the n button, and then choose [Trimming] on the 1 tab (p.
Page 174 Editing Still Images Cropping Area Preview of Image After Cropping Resolution After Cropping • Editing is not possible for images shot at a resolution of resized to (p. 172). • Images supported for cropping will have the same aspect ratio after cropping. •...
Page 175 Changing Image Color Tones (My Colors) You can adjust image colors and then save the edited image as a separate file. For details on each option, see p. 122. • Image quality of pictures you repeatedly edit this way will be a little lower each time, and you may not be able to obtain the desired color.
Page 176 Editing Still Images Correcting Image Brightness (i-Contrast) Excessively dark image areas (such as faces or backgrounds) can be detected and automatically adjusted to the optimal brightness. Insufficient overall image contrast is also automatically corrected, to make subjects stand out better. Choose from four correction levels, and then save the image as a separate file.
Page 177: Correcting Red-Eye
Correcting Red-Eye Automatically corrects images affected by red-eye. You can save the corrected image as a separate file. • Some images may not be corrected accurately. • To overwrite the original image with the corrected image, choose [Overwrite] in step 4. In this case, the original image will be erased. •...
Page 178: Editing Movies
Editing Movies You can cut movies to remove unneeded portions at the beginning or end. Movie Editing Panel Movie Editing Bar Choose *. Following steps 1 – 3 on p. 146, choose * and press the m button. The movie editing panel and editing bar are now displayed.
Page 179: Save The Edited Movie
• To overwrite the original movie with the cut one, choose [Overwrite] in step 4. In this case, the original movie will be erased. • [Overwrite] is only available when memory cards lack sufficient free space. • Movies may not be saved if the battery runs out while saving is in progress.
Page 181: Setting Menu
Setting Menu Customize or adjust basic camera functions for greater convenience...
Page 182: Adjusting Basic Camera Functions
Adjusting Basic Camera Functions Functions can be configured on the 3 tab. Customize commonly used functions as desired, for greater convenience (p. 40). Silencing Camera Operations Silence camera sounds and movies as follows. Operation can also be silenced by holding down the l button as you turn •...
Page 183: Hiding Hints And Tips
Customizing Sounds Customize camera operating sounds as follows. • The default shutter sound is used in changes to [Shutter Sound]. • Sound settings cannot be changed in Hiding Hints and Tips Hints and tips are normally shown when you choose FUNC. menu (p. 39) or Menu (p.
Page 184: Screen Brightness
Adjusting Basic Camera Functions Screen Brightness Adjust screen brightness as follows. For maximum brightness, press and hold the l button for at least two • seconds when the shooting screen is displayed or when in single-image display. (This will override the [LCD Brightness] setting on the 3 tab.) To restore the original brightness, press and hold the l button again for at least two seconds or restart the camera.
Page 185: In Playback Mode
Customizing the Start-up Screen • The previous start-up setting is overwritten when you assign a new start-up image. • You can assign the operating sounds and start-up images for your camera from the included software. For details, refer to the ImageBrowser EX User Guide. Formatting Memory Cards Before using a new memory card or a card formatted in another device, you should format the card with this camera.
Page 186: Format The Memory Card
Adjusting Basic Camera Functions • Formatting or erasing data on a memory card only changes file management information on the card and does not erase the data completely. When transferring or disposing of memory cards, take steps to protect personal information if necessary, as by physically destroying cards.
Page 187: File Numbering
• Low-level formatting takes longer than “Formatting Memory Cards” (p. 185), because data is erased from all storage regions of the memory card. • You can cancel low-level formatting in progress by choosing [Stop]. In this case, all data will be erased, but the memory card can be used normally. File Numbering Your shots are automatically numbered in sequential order (0001 –...
Page 188: Lens Retraction Timing
Adjusting Basic Camera Functions Date-Based Image Storage Instead of saving images in folders created each month, you can have the camera create folders each day you shoot to store shots taken that day. Lens Retraction Timing The lens is normally retracted for safety about one minute after you press the 1 button in Shooting mode (p.
Page 189: Configure The Settings
Power-Saving Adjustment Adjust the timing of automatic camera and screen deactivation (Auto Power Down and Display Off, respectively) as needed (p. 36). • To conserve battery power, you should normally choose [On] for [Auto Power Down] and [1 min.] or less for [Display Off]. •...
Page 190: Date And Time
Adjusting Basic Camera Functions • Adjusting the date or time while in your [ Home] time and date. Date and Time Adjust the date and time as follows. Press the m button. Switch to the destination time zone. Press the op buttons or turn the 5 dial to choose [ World], and then press the n button.
Page 191 Metric/Non-Metric Display Change the unit of measurement shown in the MF indicator (p. 126), zoom bar (p. 54), and GPS altitude information (p. 47) from m/cm to ft/in as needed. Metric/Non-Metric Display Change the unit of measurement shown in the MF indicator (p. 126) and zoom bar (p.
Page 192: Adjusting Other Settings
Adjusting Basic Camera Functions Display Language Change the display language as needed. • You can also access the [Language] screen in Playback mode by pressing and holding the m button and immediately pressing the n button. Adjusting Other Settings The following settings can also be adjusted on the 3 tab. •...
Page 193: Restoring Defaults
Restoring Defaults If you accidentally change a setting, you can restore default camera settings. • The following functions are not restored to default settings. 3 tab settings [Date/Time] (p. 18), [Language (p. 189), [Video System] (p. 199), and the image assigned to [Start-up Image] (p.
Page 195: Accessories
Accessories Use included accessories effectively and enjoy the camera in more ways with optional Canon accessories and other compatible accessories sold separately...
Page 196: Tips On Using Included Accessories
Tips on Using Included Accessories Effective Battery and Charger Use • Charge the battery on (or immediately before) the day of Charged batteries gradually lose their charge, even when they are not used. You can easily check the charge state of the battery by attaching the cover so that o is visible on a charged battery, and attaching it so that o is not visible on an uncharged battery.
Page 197: Optional Accessories
Optional Accessories The following camera accessories are sold separately. Note that availability varies by area, and some accessories may no longer be available. Power Supplies • The battery charger and AC adapter kit can be used in areas with 100 –...
Page 198: Other Accessories
HDMI Cable HTC-100 For connecting the camera to an HDMI input of a high-definition TV. Canon PictBridge-Compatible Printers Printing images without a computer is possible by connecting the camera to a Canon PictBridge-compatible printer. For details, visit your nearest Canon dealer.
Page 199: Using Optional Accessories
Using Optional Accessories Playback on a TV By connecting the camera to a TV, you can view your shots on the larger screen of the TV. For details on connection or how to switch inputs, refer to the TV manual. •...
Page 200: Turn The Camera On
Using Optional Accessories • Correct display is not possible unless the camera video output format (NTSC or PAL) matches the TV format. To change the video output format, press the n button and choose [Video System] on the 3 tab. •...
Page 201: Display Images
• It is not possible to connect the included interface cable or an optional stereo AV cable at the same time as an HDMI Cable HTC-100. Forcing the cables into the camera at the same time may damage the camera or cables. •...
Page 202 Using Optional Accessories Camera Control Panel Options Shown on the TV Return Group Playback Play Movie Slideshow Index Playback l Change Display • Pressing any buttons on the camera will switch control to the camera itself, which will prevent remote control until you return to single-image display. •...
Page 203: Powering The Camera With Household Power
Powering the Camera with Household Power Powering the camera with AC Adapter Kit ACK-DC40 (sold separately) eliminates the need to monitor the remaining battery level. Terminals • Do not disconnect the adapter or unplug the power cord while the camera is still on. This may erase your shots or damage the camera. •...
Page 204: Printing Images
A Canon SELPHY CP series compact photo printer is used here for the sake of illustration. Screens displayed and available functions vary by printer. Also refer to the printer manual for additional information.
Page 205: Configuring Print Settings
When you are finished printing, turn the camera and printer off and disconnect the interface cable. • For Canon PictBridge-compatible printers (sold separately), see p. 198. Still Images Configuring Print Settings Access the printing screen. Follow steps 1 – 6 on p. 204 to access the screen at left.
Page 206 Printing Images Default Date File No. Both Default Red-Eye 1 No. of Copies Trimming — Paper — Settings Cropping Images Before Printing (Trimming) By cropping images before printing, you can print a desired image area instead of the entire image. Matches current printer settings.
Page 207: Choosing Paper Size And Layout Before Printing
• Cropping may not be possible at small image sizes, or at some aspect ratios. • Dates may not be printed correctly if you crop images shot with [Date Stamp] selected. Choosing Paper Size and Layout Before Printing When finished, press the m button. Print the image.
Page 208: Available Layout Options
Printing Images Available Layout Options Default Matches current printer settings. Bordered Prints with blank space around the image. Borderless Borderless, edge-to-edge printing. N-up Choose how many images to print per sheet. Prints images for identification purposes. ID Photo Only available for images with a resolution of L and an aspect ratio of 4:3. Choose the print size.
Page 209: Printing Movie Scenes
To cancel printing in progress, press the m button. • • [ID Photo] and [Sequence] are not available with Canon PictBridge-compatible printer models earlier than CP720 and CP730. Choose the printing area. Follow step 2 on p. 206 to choose the printing area.
Page 210 • Print orders cannot be added while the camera is connected to a printer. • Index printing is not available on some Canon PictBridge-compatible printers (sold separately). Choose an image. Press the qr buttons or turn the 5 dial to choose an image.
Page 211 Configuring Print Settings Specify the printing format, whether to add the date or file number, and other settings as follows. These settings apply to all images in the print list. Standard Print Type Index Both Date File No. Clear DPOF data •...
Page 212: Setting Up Printing For Individual Images
Printing Images Setting Up Printing for Individual Images Setting Up Printing for a Range of Images Choose [Select Images & Qty.]. Press the n button, choose [Select Images & Qty.] on the 2 tab, and then press the m button. Choose an image.
Page 213: Clearing All Images From The Print List
Setting Up Printing for All Images Clearing All Images from the Print List Printing Images Added to the Print List (DPOF) Configure the print settings. Press the op buttons to choose [Order], and then press the m button. Choose [Select All Images]. Following step 1 on p.
Page 214: Adding Images To A Photobook
Printing Images Adding Images to a Photobook Photobooks can be set up on the camera by choosing up to 998 images on a memory card and importing them into the included software on your computer, where they are stored in their own folder. This is convenient when ordering printed photobooks online or printing photobooks with your own printer.
Page 215: Adding All Images To A Photobook
Adding All Images to a Photobook Removing All Images from a Photobook Choose an image. Press the qr buttons or turn the 5 dial to choose an image, and then press the m button. is displayed. To remove the image from the photobook, press the m button again.
Page 216: Using An Eye-Fi Card
Using an Eye-Fi Card Before using an Eye-Fi card, always confirm that local use is permitted (p. 3). Inserting a prepared Eye-Fi card enables automatic wireless transfer of images to a computer or uploading to a photo-sharing website. Images are transferred by the Eye-Fi card. Refer to the card’s user manual or contact the manufacturer for instructions on preparing and using cards or resolving transfer problems.
Page 217: Checking Connection Information
• Power saving (p. 36) on the camera is temporarily disabled during image transfer. • Choosing mode will interrupt the Eye-Fi connection. Although the Eye-Fi connection will be restored after you choose another shooting mode or enter Playback mode, the camera may transfer any movies made in Checking Connection Information Check the access point SSID used by the Eye-Fi card or the connection status, as needed.
Page 219: Appendix
Appendix Helpful information when using the camera...
Page 220: Troubleshooting
The battery is swollen. • Battery swelling is normal and does not pose any safety concerns. However, if battery swelling prevents the battery from fitting in the camera, contact a Canon Customer Support Help Desk. Display on a TV Camera images look distorted or not displayed on a TV (p. 200).
Page 221 Full-screen display is not available while shooting (p. 78). h flashes on the screen when the shutter button is pressed, and shooting is not possible (p. 57). is displayed when the shutter button is pressed halfway (p. 66). • Set [IS mode] to [Continuous] (p. 137). Set the flash mode to h (p.
Page 222 Troubleshooting White dots or similar image artifacts appear in flash shots. • This is caused by light from the flash reflecting off dust or airborne particles. Shots look grainy. • Lower the ISO speed (p. 118). • High ISO speeds in some shooting modes may cause grainy images (p. 95). Subjects are affected by red-eye (p.
Page 223: On A Computer
Subjects look distorted. • Subjects that pass in front of the camera quickly may look distorted. This is not a malfunction. Playback Playback is not possible. • Image or movie playback may not be possible if a computer is used to rename files or alter the folder structure.
Page 224: On-Screen Messages
Memory card error (p. 186) • If the same error message is displayed even when you have inserted a formatted memory card facing the correct way, contact a Canon Customer Support Help Desk (p. 16). Insufficient space on card •...
Page 225 Switch to Playback mode to check for the image. • Frequent display of this error message may indicate camera damage. In this case, write down the error number (Exx) and contact a Canon Customer Support Help Desk. File Error •...
Page 226: On-Screen Information
On-Screen Information Shooting (Information Display) Battery level (p. 227) Camera orientation White balance (p. 120) My Colors (p. 122) Drive mode (pp. 60, 124) Grid lines (p. 84) Eye-Fi connection status (p. 216) Metering method (p. 117) Still image compression (p.
Page 227: Battery Level
: Regular orientation, The camera detects the shooting orientation and adjusts settings for optimal shots. Orientation is also detected during playback, and in either orientation, the camera automatically rotates images as needed. However, the orientation may not be detected correctly when the camera is pointed straight up or down.
Page 228 On-Screen Information Playback (Detailed Information Display) Movies (pp. 54, 146) / High-speed burst HQ (p. 100) / Switch display SX260 HS / GPS information) SX260 HS (p. 149) My Category (p. 168) Shooting mode (p. 230) ISO speed (p. 118), Playback speed (pp.
Page 229 Summary of Movie Control Panel in “Viewing” (p. 146) Exit Play Slow Motion (To adjust the playback speed, press the qr buttons or turn the dial. No sound is played.) (To continue skipping backward, keep holding down the m Skip Backward button.) Previous Frame (For fast-rewind, keep holding down the m button.) Next Frame (For fast-forward, keep holding down the m button.)
Page 230: Functions And Menu Tables
Functions and Menu Tables Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode Function Exposure Compensation (p. 116) Self-Timer (p. 64) Self-Timer Settings (p. 65) Flash (pp. 66, 134) Av/Tv Settings (pp. 140, 141) Program Shift (p. 117) AE Lock/FE Lock (pp. 117, 136)* AE Lock (Movie)/Exposure Shift (p.
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Page 232 Functions and Menu Tables FUNC. Menu Function GPS Settings (p. 44) / Logger Settings (p. 48) Metering Method (p. 117) My Colors (p. 122) White Balance (p. 120) Underwater White Balance Compensation (p. 95) ISO Speed (p. 118) Flash Exposure Compensation (p. 135) Flash Output Level (p.
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Page 234: Shooting Menu
Functions and Menu Tables 4 Shooting Menu Function Center AF Frame (p. 127) Face Detect Tracking AF Normal AF Frame Size (p. 128) Small Standard Digital Zoom (p. 63) Digital Tele-converter (1.5x/2.0x) AF-Point Zoom (p. 85) Servo AF (p. 131) Continuous AF (p.
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Page 236 Functions and Menu Tables Function Auto i-Contrast (p. 119) Hg Lamp Corr. (p. 81) On/Off Safety Shift (p. 141) Wind Filter (p. 83) On/Off Off/3 sec. – 10 sec./Hold Review (p. 88) 2 sec. Review Info (p. 88) Detailed/Focus Check Blink Detection (p.
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Page 238: Playback Menu
Functions and Menu Tables 3 Set up Menu Item Mute Volume Sound Options Hints & Tips LCD Brightness Start-up Image Format File Numbering Create Folder Lens Retract Power Saving 1 Playback Menu Item Slideshow Erase Protect Rotate Favorites My Category Photobook Set-up i-Contrast Red-Eye Correction...
Page 239: Print Menu
2 Print Menu Item Print Select Images & Qty. Select Range Playback Mode FUNC. Menu Item Rotate Print List Protect Favorites Play Movie Group Playback Functions and Menu Tables Ref. Page Item — Select All Images p. 212 Clear All Selections p.
Page 240: Handling Precautions
• Use a blower brush to remove dust from the lens. If cleaning is difficult, contact a Canon Customer Support Help Desk. • To prevent condensation from forming on the camera after sudden temperature changes (when the camera is transferred from cold to warm environments), put the camera in an airtight, resealable plastic bag and let it gradually adjust to the temperature before removing it from the bag.
Page 241: Index
Index AC adapter kit... 197 AC adapter kit for household power ... 203 Accessories ... 197 AE lock ... 117 AF frames ... 22, 55, 127 Focusing AF lock... 133 Aspect ratio... 78 AUTO mode (shooting mode)... 21, 38, 54 Av (shooting mode) ...
Page 242 Index Servo AF... 131 Focusing range Macro... 125 Manual focus ... 125 Focus lock ... 128 FUNC. menu Basic operations ... 39 Table... 232, 239 SX260 HS ... 44, 149 Grid lines ... 84 Handheld nightscene (shooting mode)... 93 Hg Lamp Corr... 81 High-speed burst HQ (shooting mode)...
Page 243 Self-timer ... 64 2-second self-timer ... 65 Customizing the self-timer ... 65 Face self-timer (shooting mode) ... 99 Wink self-timer (shooting mode) ... 98 Sepia tone images... 122 Servo AF... 131 Shooting Shooting date/time Date/time Shooting information... 226 Slideshow ... 156 Smart Shuffle...
Page 244 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 complies with Canadian ICES-003. To ensure proper operation of this product, use of genuine Canon accessories is recommended.
Page 245: Important Safety Instructions
This Category II radiocommunication device complies with Industry Canada Standard RSS-310. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device Battery Charger CB-2LY IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS- SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
Page 246: Trademark Acknowledgments
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1 Camera Basics

2 Using GPS Function

3 Smart Auto Mode

4 Other Shooting Modes

5 G Mode

6 Tv, Av, and M Mode

7 Playback Mode

8 Setting Menu

9 Accessories

10 Appendix

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