Canon PowerShot SX130 IS User manual

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Camera User Guide
Make sure guide, including the Safety
Precautions before using the camera.
Store this guide use it in the future,

Checkifthefollowingitemsareincludedinyourcamerapackage.
Ifanythingismissing,contacttheretailerfromwhichyoupurchasedthe
camera.
Camera AA Alkaline Batteries (x2) Wrist Strap
WS-800
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Stereo AV Cable
AVC-DC40OST interface Cable IFC-400PCU
Getting Started DIGITAL CAMERA Warranty "Canon Customer
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Using the PDF Manuals
Also refer to the PDF manuals on the CD-ROM. After installation, shortcut icons
appear on the desktop. If the software installation fails, you can find the manuals in
the Readme folder on the CD-ROM.
Camera User Guide (This Guide)
Once you have mastered the basics, use the camera's many
features to shoot more challenging photos.
Persona, Printing Guide
Read when you want to connect the camera to a printer (sold

Test Shots and Disclaimer
Take some initial test shots and play them back 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.
Warning Against Copyright infringement
The images recorded with this camera are intended for personal use. Do not
record images that infringe upon copyright laws without the prior permission
of the copyright holder. 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 shot for personal use.
Warranty Limitations
This camera's warranty is only effective in the country of sale. if there is a
problem with the camera while abroad, please return it 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 customer
support list supplied with your camera.
LCD Monitor (Screen)
The LCD monitor is produced with extremely high-precision manufacturing
techniques. More than 99.99% of the pixels operate to specification, but
occasionally non-performing pixels may appear as bright or dark dots. This
is not a malfunction and has no effect on the recorded image.
The LCD monitor may be covered with a thin plastic film for protection
against scratches during shipment. If so, remove the film before using the
camera.
Camera Body Temperature
Please take care when operating the camera for an extended period as the
camera body may become warm. This is not a malfunction.

Shoot, leaving it to the camera to make settings ...... ;. _3
Just take pictures (Easy mode) ................................. 28
(p. 58)
Focus on faces ............................................................ 23, 58, 80, 84
Take pictures with me in them too (self-timer) ................... 57, 64, 77
insert the date and time into my shots ......................................... 56
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What Do You Want to Do?
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Easy playback (Easy Mode) ...................................... 28
Automatically play back pictures (slideshow) ............................. 113
Look at my pictures on a TV ...................................................... 117
Look at my pictures on a computer .............................................. 32
Quickly search pictures .............................................................. 110
Erase pictures ...................................................................... 27, 122
Shoot movies .................................................................. ...:29 99
View movies ................................................................................. 31
Easily print pictures ................................................... 34
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Save images to a computer ...................................... _32
Turn offsounds ............................................................ ....... ....46
Use the camera abroad ........................................................ 37, 144
Understand what is displayed on the screen ............................. 159
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Chapters 1 - 3 explain the basic operations and frequently used functions of
this camera. Chapters 4 onward explain the advanced functions, letting you
learn more as you read each chapter.
Checking the Package Contents ....... 2
Read This First .................................. 3
What Do You Want to Do? ................ 4
Table of Contents .............................. 6
Conventions Used in This Guide ....... 9
Safety Precautions ........................... 10
Compatible Memory Cards
(Sold Separately) ............................. 14
Inserting the Batteries and Memory
Card ................................................. 14
Setting the Date and Time ............... 18
Setting the Display Language .......... 20
Formatting Memory Cards ............... 21
Pressing the Shutter Button ............. 22
Taking Pictures (Smart Auto) ........... 23
Viewing Images ............................... 26
Erasing Images ................................ 27
Shooting or Viewing Images in
Easy Mode ....................................... 28
Shooting Movies .............................. 29
Viewing Movies ................................ 31
Transferring Images to a Computer
for Viewing ....................................... 32
Accessories ..................................... 36
Separately Sold Accessories ........... 37
MENU - Basic Operations .............. 45
Changing the Sound Settings ......... 46
Changing the Screen Brightness .... 47
Returning the Camera to Default
Settings ........................................... 48
Power Saving Function
(Auto Power Down) ......................... 49
Clock Functions ............................... 49
Low Level Memory Card
Formatting ....................................... 50
Zooming in More Closely on
Subjects (Digital Zoom) ................... 54
Inserting the Date and Time ............ 56
Using the Self-Timer ....................... 57
Shooting in Various Conditions ....... 58
Shooting in Special Scenes ............ 59
Detecting a Smile and Shooting ...... 62
Using the Wink Self-Timer .............. 63
Using the Face Self-Timer .............. 64
Shoot with the Effects of a Fish-Eye
Lens (Fish-eye Effect) ..................... 65
Take Shots That Look Like a
Miniature Model (Miniature Effect) ..66
Components Guide .......................... 40
Screen Display ................................. 42
Indicator ........................................... 43
FUNC. Menu - Basic Operations ....44
Shooting in Program AE.................. 68
Adjusting the Brightness
(Exposure Compensation) .............. 68
Turning the Flash On ...................... 69

ChangingtheFocusingRange
(Macro)............................................69
ChangingtheRecordingPixel
Setting(ImageSize).......................70
ChangingtheCompressionRatio
(ImageQuality)...............................70
ChangingtheISOSpeed................72
AdjustingtheWhiteBalance...........73
ContinuousShooting.......................74
ChangingtheToneofanImage
(MyColors).....................................75
UsingtheSelf-TimertoPrevent
CameraShake................................76
CustomizingtheSelf-Timer.............77
ShootingUsingaTVMonitor..........78
ChangingtheCompositionwith
theFocusLock................................78
Table of Contents
Adjusting the Flash Exposure
Compensation ................................. 94
Adjusting the Flash Output .............. 95
Checking for Shut Eyes ................... 95
Changing the Color and
Shooting .......................................... 96
Changing the Movie Mode ............ 100
Shoot Movies That Look Like a
Miniature Model (Miniature
Effect) ............................................ 101
Changing the Image Quality .......... 102
AE Lock/Exposure Shift ................. 103
Other Shooting Functions .............. 104
Playback Functions ....................... 105
Editing ........................................... 106
Changing the AF Frame Mode ........ 80
Shooting with the AF Lock .............. 81
Magnifying the Focal Point .............. 82
Shooting with Servo AF .................. 83
Choosing the Person to Focus On
(Face Select) ................................... 84
Changing the Metering Method ....... 85
Shooting in Manual Focus Mode .... 86
Shooting with the AE Lock .............. 87
Shooting with the FE Lock .............. 87
Shooting with Slow Synchro ........... 88
Setting the Shutter Speed ............... 89
Setting the Aperture Value .............. 90
Setting the Shutter Speed and
Aperture Value ................................ 91
Correcting the Brightness and
Shooting (i-Contrast) ....................... 92
Red-Eye Correction ........................ 93
Quickly Searching Images ............. 110
Viewing Images in Filtered
Playback ........................................ 111
Viewing Slideshows ....................... 113
Checking the Focus ....................... 114
Magnifying Images ........................ 115
Changing Image Transitions ......... 115
Displaying Various Images
(Smart Shuffle) .............................. 116
Viewing Images on a TV ............... 117
Protecting Images ......................... 118
Erasing All Images ........................ 122
Tagging Images as Favorites ........ 124
Organizing Images by Category
(My Category) ................................ 125
Rotating Images ............................ 127
Resizing Images ............................ 128
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Table of Contents
Trimming ........................................ 129
Adding Effects with the My Colors
Function ......................................... 130
Correcting the Brightness
(i-Contrast) ..................................... 131
Correcting the Red-Eye Effect ....... 132
Printing Images .............................. 134
Choosing Images for Printing
(DPOF) .......................................... 135
Print Chosen images ..................... 138
Changing Camera Settings ............ 140
Changing Shooting Function
Settings .......................................... 146
Changing Playback Function
Settings .......................................... 149
Replacing the Date/Time
Battery ........................................... 152
Using Household Power ................ 153
Troubleshooting ............................ 154
List of Messages That Appear
on the Screen ................................ 157
Information Displayed
on the Screen ................................ 159
Functions Available in Each
Shooting Mode .............................. 162
Menus ........................................... 164
Specifications ................................ 168
Handling Precautions .................... 171
Index ............................................. 172

Iconsareusedinthetexttorepresentthecamerabuttonsandcontroldial.
Languagethatdisplaysonthescreenappearsinside[](squarebrackets).
Thedirectionalbuttons,controldial,andFUNC./SETbuttonare
representedbythefollowingicons.
Iso_
UpbuttonA FO.C.,SETbutton
Left button _ _ Right button
Control dial O >_r_J/ "_" Down button
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_): Things you should be careful about
@: Troubleshooting tips
: Hints for getting more out of your camera
: Supplemental information
(p. xx): Reference pages ("xx" stands for a page number)
This guide assumes all functions are at their default settings.
The various types of memory cards that can be used in this camera are
collectively referred to as memory cards in this guide.

Beforeusingtheproduct,pleaseensurethatyoureadthesafetyprecautions
describedbelow.Alwaysensurethattheproductisusedcorrectly.
Thesafetyprecautionsnotedonthefollowingpagesareintendedtopreventinjuries
toyourselfandotherpersons,ordamagetotheequipment.
Besuretoalsochecktheguidesincludedwithanyseparatelysoldaccessoriesyou
use.
Do not trigger the flash in close proximity to human eyes.
Exposure to the intense light produced by the flash could damage eyesight. In particular,
remain at least one meter (39 inches) away from infants when using the flash.
Strap: Putting the strap around a child's neck could result in asphyxiation.
Time/date battery: Dangerous if swallowed. If this occurs, contact a doctor immediately.
Use only recommended power sources.
Do not attempt to disassemble, alter or apply heat to the product.
Avoid dropping or subjecting the product to severe impacts.
To avoid the risk of injury, do not touch the interior of the product if it has been
dropped or otherwise damaged.
Stop using the product immediately if it emits smoke, a strange smell, or
otherwise behaves abnormally.
Do not use organic solvents such as alcohol, benzine, or thinner to clean the
equipment.
Do not let the product come into contact with water (e.g. sea water) or other
liquids.
Do not allow liquids or foreign objects to enter the camera.
This could result in electrical shock or fire.
If liquids or foreign objects come into contact with the camera interior, immediately turn
the camera power off and remove the batteries.
CD-ROMs.
Playing the CD-ROM(s) in an audio CD player (music player) could damage the speakers.
It is also possible to suffer hearing loss from listening with headphones tothe loud sounds
of a CD-ROM played on a music CD player.
Use only the recommended batteries.
Do not place the batteries near or in direct flame.
The batteries may explode or leak, resulting in electrical shock or fire. This could cause
injury and damage the surroundings. In the event that batteries leak and the battery acid
contacts eyes, mouth, skin or clothing, immediately flush with water.
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Be careful not to bang the camera or subject it to strong impacts or shocks when
hanging it by the strap.
Be careful not to bump or push strongly on the lens.
This could lead to injury or damage the camera.
This could result in burns or damage to the flash.
- Places subject to strong sunlight.
- Places subject to temperatures above 40 °C 1104 °F).
-Humid ordusty areas.
These could cause leakage, overheating or an explosion of the batteries, resultingin
electrical shock, fire, burns or other injuries.
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prolonged periods.
Do not aim the camera at bright light sources (the sun, etc.).
Doing so may damage the image sensor.
dust or sand to enter the camera.
This may cause the productto malfunction.
This is due to the high intensity of the flash burning dust and foreign materials stuck to the
front of the unit. Please use a cotton swab to remove dirt, dust or other foreign matter from
the flash to prevent heat build-up and damage to the unit.
Remove and store the batteries when you are not using the camera.
If the batteries are left inside the camera, damage caused by leakage may occur.
insulators.
Contacting other metal materials may lead to fire or explosions.
together with newer batteries.
Do not insert the batteries with the + and - terminals reversed.
This may cause the product to malfunction.
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Safety Precautions
Do not sit down with the camera in your pocket.
Doing so may cause malfunctions or damage the screen.
When putting the camera in your bag, ensure that hard objects do not come into
contact with the screen,
Do not attach accessories to the strap.
Doing so may cause malfunctions or damage the screen.
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Getting Started
This chapter exp,ains preparations before shooting, how to shoot in
mode, and then how to view and erase the images you take. The
latter part of this chapter explains how to shoot and view images and
movies in Easy mode, and how to transfer images to a computer.
Attaching the Strap/Holding the Camera
Be sure to attach the supplied strap to the camera and wrap it around your
wrist when shooting to avoid dropping the camera.
Keep your arms tight against your body while holding the camera firmly by
the sides. Be sure that your fingers do not block the flash while it is raised.
Strap
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SD memory cards (2 GB and less)*
SDHC memory cards
(more than 2 GB, up to and including 32 GB)*
SDXC memory cards ,S'_"
.,x_c
(more than 32 GB)*
MultiMediaCards
MMCplus memory cards
HC MMCplus memory cards
* This memory card complies with the SD standards. Some cards may not operate
properly depending on the brand of card used.
Insert the included batteries and a memory card (sold separately).
Check the card's write-protect tab.
If the memory card has a write-protect tab,
you wi[[ not be able to record images if the
tab is in the locked position. Slide the tab
up until you hear a click.
Open the cover.
Slide and hold the cover lock ((_), then
slide and open the cover ((_) as shown.
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inserting the Batteries and Memory Card
insert the batteries.
Insert the batteries with (+) and (-) ends
oriented correctly,
Labe!
insert the memory card.
Insert the memory card as shown until it
locks into place with a click.
Be sure the memory card is oriented
correctly. Inserting the memory card in the
wrong direction could damage the camera.
Close the cover ((_), and press downward
as you slide it until it clicks into place ((_)).
SD, SDHC and SDXC memory cards have a write-protect tab. If this tab is in the
locked position, [Memory card locked] will appear on the screen and you will not
be able to take or erase images.
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inserting the Batteries and Memory Card
Push the memory card in until you hear a
click, then slowly release it.
The memory card will pop up.
Approximate Number of Shots That Can Be Taken
Alkaline Batteries NiMH Batteries
(Supplied) (Sold Separately)
130 370
7 hr. 9 hr.
* The number of shots that can be taken is based on the Camera & Imaging Products
Association (CIPA) measurement standard.
Under some shooting conditions, the number of shots that can be taken may be less
than mentioned above.
Depending on the brand of alkaline batteries used, the number of shots that can be
taken may vary widely.
The values for NiMH batteries are based on fully charged batteries.
Compatible Batteries
AA alkaline batteries and Canon AA NiMH batteries (sold separately) (pp. 36,
37).
We cannot recommend the use of any other batteries than those listed above
because performance varies widely.
NiMH batteries last much longer than alkaline batteries, especially in cold
weather.
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inserting the Batteries and Memory Card
Battery Charge indicator
When battery charge is low, an icon and message will appear. If the batteries
are charged, the icon and message will not appear. _
{_ Nearly depleted. Ready new batteries.
_Change {he bat{eries;; Depieiedl Change ihe batteriesl
Approximate Number of Shots per Memory Card
GB 16 GB
1231 5042
Values are based on the default settings.
The number of shots that can be taken wil! vary depending on camera settings, the
subject and the memory card used.
You can check the number of shots that can be taken when the camera is in a
Shooting mode (p. 23).
Number of shots that can be taken
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The Date/Time settings screen will appear the first time the camera is turned
on. Since the dates and times recorded into your images are based on these
settings, be sure to set them.
.....Turn onthecamera.
Press the power button.
The Date/Time screen will appear.
setthedateandtime.
Press the _ _ buttons to choose an option.
Press the Av buttons or turn the i_'i:_;dial
to set a value.
co p,ete the,erring.
Press the @ button.
Once the date and time have been set, the
Date/Time screen will close.
Pressing the power button will turn off the
camera.
Set the correct date and time. If you have not set the date and time, the Date!Time
screen will appear each time you turn on the camera.
If you choose in Step 2 and press the Av buttons or turn the :_.:: dial to
choose _,&_,you will set the time to daylight saving (1 hour ahead).
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Choose[Datemme]inthett tab.
Press the _ _ buttons to choose the ?T
tab.
Press the ,_v buttons or turn the i_; dial
to choose [Date/Time], then press ihe @
button.
Change the date and time.
Follow Steps 2 and 3 on p. 18 to adjust the
setting.
Pressing the MENU button will close the
menu.
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If the Date/Time screen appears even when the date/time have been correctly set,
insert a new date/time battery (p. 152).
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You can change the language that displays on the screen.
...... Enter Playback mode.
__:jj_ Press the [] button.
................................................................ Display the settings screen.
..................................
immediately press the MENU button.
Set the display language.
Press the A'_4_ buttons or turn the _ i_:
dial to choose a language, then press the
@ button.
Once the display language has been set,
the settings screen will close.
The clock will appear if too much time passes between pressing the @ button
and the MENU button in Step 2. If the clock appears, press the @ button to
remove the clock and repeat Step 2,
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