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Useof genuineCanonaccessoriesisrecommended,
This product is designed to perform optimally when used with
genuine Canonaccessories. Canonshall not beliable for any damage
to this product and/or accidents suchas fire, etc., caused by the
malfunction of non-genuine Canon accessories (e.g., a leakageand/
or explosion of a battery pack). Please notethat this warranty does
not apply to repairs arising out of the malfunction of non-genuine
Canonaccessories, although you may request such repairs on a
chargeable basis.

CameraBodyTemperature
If your camera is used for prolonged periods,the camera body may become
warm. Pleasebeaware of this andtake carewhen operating the camera for
an extended period.
Aboutthe LCDMonitor
The LCDmonitor is produced with extremely high-precision manufacturing
techniques. More than 99.99% of the pixels operateto 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.
VideoFormat
Pleaseset the camera's video signal format to the oneused in your region
before using it with a TV monitor (p. 127).
Chargingthe Date/TimeBattery
•The camera has a built-in rechargeable lithium battery that maintains the
date,time and other camera settings. This battery rechargeswhen the
main battery pack is inserted into the camera.When you first purchasethe
camera, placeacharged battery packin it or use theACadapter kit (sold
separately) for at least4 hours to charge the date/time battery. It will
charge evenwhen the camera power is set to Off.
• If the Date/Time menu appears when the camera power is turned on, it
meansthat the date/time battery charge is depleted. Rechargeit as
described above.

ConventionsUsedinthe Text
Iconson the right endof title barsshow the applicable operating modes.
As inthe example below,the procedure can be performed in I_1 (Auto),
QM (Manual), d;;;t (Stitch Assist) or Dm (Movie) mode.
i_: This mark denotes issuesthat may affect the camera's operation.
: This mark denotesadditional topics that complement the basic
operating procedures.
Question?LookHere First
What settings are available _,,
under each function?
Will my settings remain in
effect evenafter I've turned
the camera off?
What can beaccomplished _}@_
with each function?
What do the icons listed in _,,
the CameraUser Guide
mean?

Itemsmarkedwith_ arelistsorchartsthatsummarizecamerafunctionsor
procedures,
Read This First .................................................. 7
PleaseRead...............................................................................................7
SafetyPrecautions.....................................................................................8
PreventingMalfunctions ..........................................................................13
Components 6uide ............................................. 14
Preparing the Camera
ChargingtheBatteryPack.......................................................................18
Installingtile BatteryPack.......................................................................21
Installingthe CFCard..............................................................................23
SettingtheDateandTime.......................................................................26
SettingtheLanguage...............................................................................28
BasicFunctions
Turningthe PowerOn..............................................................................30
Switching BetweenShooting/Playback....................................................32
Usingthe LCDMonitor ............................................................................33
Information Displayedonthe LCDMonitor .............................................35
UsingtheViewfinder...............................................................................39
Usingtile Zoom.......................................................................................40
PressingtheShutter Button ....................................................................41
I_ SelectingMenusandSettings.................................................................43
1_" Menu Settingsand FactoryDefaults........................................................47
ResettingSettingsto Their DefaultValues...............................................52
Shooting
I_1 Shooting in Auto Mode .....................................................................53
Reviewingan ImageRight afterShooting................................................54
ChangingResolution/CompressionSettings...........................................55
QuickShots.............................................................................................57
UsingtheFlash...................................................................................58
ShootingClose-Ups/all, Infinity Shots..............................................60
UsingtheDigital Zoom............................................................................62
ContinuousShooting.........................................................................63
UsingtheSelf-timer...........................................................................64
I_M Shootingin ManualMode...............................................................66
ShootingPanoramicimages(Stitch Assist).....................................67

t_ShootingaMovie...............................................................................70
ShootingHard-to-FocusSubjects(FocusLock,AFLock)........................72
LockingtheExposureSetting(AELock)..................................................74
LockingtheFlashExposureSetting(FELock).........................................75
SwitchingbetweenFocusingModes........................................................76
[] SwitchingbetweenLightMeteringModes.........................................77
AdjustingtheExposureCompensation....................................................78
ShootinginLongShutterMode...............................................................79
AdjustingtheTone(WhiteBalance).........................................................81
ChangingthePhotoEffect........................................................................84
AdjustingtheISOSpeed..........................................................................85
SettingtheAutoRotateFunction.............................................................86
ResettingtheFileNumber........................................................................87
Playback
DisplayingImagesIndividually.................................................................89
O, Magnifying Images.............................................................................90
ViewingImagesin Setsof Nine (Index Playback)............................ 91
Viewing Movies........................................................................................93
Editing Movies.........................................................................................95
Rotating Imagesin the Display................................................................97
AttachingSoundMemosto Images.........................................................98
AutomatedPlayback(SlideShows).......................................................lOg
Protecting Images..................................................................................104
Erasing
,_ ErasingSingle Images.....................................................................105
ErasingAll Images.................................................................................106
FormattingOFCards..............................................................................107
Printing
About Printing........................................................................................108
SettingtheDPOFPrint Settings.............................................................110
ImageTransmissionSettings(DPOETransferOrder)
SelectingImagesfor Transferring..........................................................116
ConnectingtheCameratoa Computer
Connectingthe Camerato a Computer..................................................119
ComputerSystemRequirements....................................................119
DownloadingImagesby DirectTransfer................................................123

ConnectingtheCameratotheComputertoDownloadImageswithout
InstallingSoftware..........................................................................125
DownloadingDirectlyfromaCFCard....................................................126
ViewingImageson a TVset.................................... 127
CustomizingtheCamera(MyCameraSettings)
ChangingMy CameraSettings..............................................................129
RegisteringMy CameraSettings...........................................................131
List of Messages............................................. 134
Troubleshooting .............................................. 136
Appendix
UsinganACAdapter Kit (Sold Separately)............................................ 140
Usinga CarBatteryCharger(Sold Separately)......................................141
CameraCareandMaintenance..............................................................142
Specifications........................................................................................143
PhotoTips andInformation
Tipfor UsingtheSelf-timer...................................................................153
Howto adjusttheexposure...................................................................153
ISOSpeed..............................................................................................154
AdvancedTechniquefor theMacro mode............................................. 154
Index ........................................................... 155
_'Functions Availablein EachShootingMode............. 160

TestShots
Beforeyou try to photograph important subjects,we highly recommend that
you shoot severaltrial images to confirm that the camera is operating and
being operated correctly.
Pleasenote that Canon,its subsidiaries and affiliates, and its distributors
are not liable for any consequential damages arising from any malfunction
of acamera or accessory, including CFcards, that results in the failure ofan
imageto berecorded or to berecorded in a format that is machine readable.
WarningAgainstCopyrightInfringement
Pleasenote that Canondigital cameras are intendedfor personal useand
should never beused in a mannerthat infringes upon or contravenes
international or domestic copyright laws andregulations. Pleasebeadvised
that in certain casesthe copying of imagesfrom performances, exhibitions,
or commercial properties by means of acamera or other device may
contravene copyright or other legal rights even if the imagewas shot for
personal use.
WarrantyLimitations
This camera's warranty is only effective in the country of sale. Ifa problem
arises while thecamera is in use abroad, pleaseconvey it backto the
country of sale before proceedingwith awarranty claim to a Canon
Customer Support Help Desk.
ForCanonCustomerSupportcontacts,pleaseseetheCanonLimited
Warrantysuppliedwithyourcamera.

• Beforeusing the camera, pleaseensure that you read andunderstand the
safetyprecautions described below. Always ensure that the camera is
operatedcorrectly.
• The safety precautions noted on the following pages are intendedto
instruct you in thesafe and correct operation of the camera and its
accessories to prevent injuries or damageto yourself, other persons and
equipment.
• Inthe next few pages,theterm "equipment" refers primarily to the camera
and its power supply accessories, such as the battery chargerand
optional compact power adapter or car battery charger.
/_ Warnings
• Do notaim the camera directlyinto the sonor at other intense light
sourcesthatcoulddamage your eyesight.
•Donottrigger the flash in closeproximity to humanor animal eyes.
Exposureto the intense light produced by the flash may damage eyesight
In particular, remain at leastone meter (39 inches) away from infants
when usingthe flash.
•Storethis equipment outof the reach of childrenand infants. Accidental
damageto the camera or batteries by a child could result in serious injury.
In addition, placement ofthe strap around the child's neckcould result in
asphyxiation.
•Denet attempt to disassembleoralter any part ofthe equipmentthat is
notexpresslydescribedin this guide. Disassembly or alteration may
result in high-voltage electrical shock. Internal inspections, alterations and
repairs should beconducted by qualified service personnel authorized by
your camera distributor or a CanonCustomer Support Help Desk.
•To avoid the riskof high-voltage electrical shock,donottouchthe flash
portionof the camera if it hasbeen damaged, Similarly, never touch
internal portions of the equipment that becomeexposed as a result of
damage,There isa risk of high-voltage electrical shock, Pleasetakethe
first opportunity to consult your camera distributor or the closest Canon
Customer Support Help Desk,