Canon Powershot SX150 IS User manual

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Camera User Guide
Make sure guide, including the "Safety
Precautions" section before using the camera.
use the camera
properly. use it in the future.

Checkifthefollowingitemsareincludedinyourcamerapackage.
Ifanythingismissing,contacttheretailerwhereyoupurchasedthecamera.
Camera AA Alkaline Batteries (x2) Wrist Strap
WS-800
interface Cable DiGiTAL CAMERA
IFC-400PCU Solution Disk
Getting Started Warranty Card
Using the PDF Manuals
The following PDF manuals are included in the Readme folder of the CD-
ROM:
When the software is installed on your computer, the PDF manuals will be
copied to the computer and you can refer to them by clicking the shortcuts
on the desktop.
Camera User Guide (This Guide)
Once you have mastered the basics, use the
camera's many features to shoot more challenging
photos.
Software Guide
Read when you want to use the included software.

Takesomeinitialtestshotsandplaythembacktomakesuretheimages
wererecordedcorrectly.PleasenotethatCanonInc.,itssubsidiariesand
affiliates,anditsdistributorsarenotliableforanyconsequentialdamages
arisingfromanymalfunctionofacameraoraccessory,includingmemory
cards,thatresultsinthefailureofanimagetoberecordedortobe
recordedinawaythatismachinereadable.
Theimagesrecordedwiththiscameraareintendedforpersonaluse.Do
notrecordimagesthatinfringeuponcopyrightlawswithouttheprior
permissionofthecopyrightholder.Pleasebeadvisedthatincertaincases
thecopyingofimagesfromperformances,exhibitions,orcommercial
propertiesbymeansofacameraorotherdevicemaycontravenecopyright
orotherlegalrightseveniftheimagewasshotforpersonaluse.
Thiscamera'swarrantyisonlyeffectiveinthecountryofsale.Ifthereisa
problemwiththecamerawhileabroad,pleasereturnittothecountryof
salebeforeproceedingwithawarrantyclaimtoaCanonCustomer
SupportHelpDesk.ForCanonCustomerSupportcontacts,pleaseseethe
customersupportlistsuppliedwithyourcamera.
TheLCDmonitorisproducedwithextremelyhigh-precisionmanufacturing
techniques.Morethan99.99%ofthepixelsoperatetospecification,but
occasionallynon-performingpixelsmayappearasbrightordarkdots.This
isnotamalfunctionandhasnoeffectontherecordedimage.
TheLCDmonitormaybecoveredwithathinplasticfilmforprotection
againstscratchesduringshipment.Ifcovered,removethefilmbefore
usingthecamera.
Pleasetakecarewhenoperatingthecameraforanextendedperiodasthe
camerabodymaybecomewarm.Thisisnotamalfunction.

Shoot, leaving it to the camera to make settings (Auto mode) ..... 23
Just take pictures (Easy mode) .................................................... 29
Take good people shots
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(p. 59) (p. 59) (p. 59) (p. 60)
Shoot various other scenes
Low Light Foliage Firew6rks
(p. 59) (p. 59) (p. 60) (p. 60)
Shoot with special effects
Vivid @_iors
(p. 61) (p. 61) (p. 62)
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Miniature Effect Toy ca_a Effect
(p. 63) (p. 64) (p. 65)
Shoot in Discreet mode ................................................................ 58
Focus on faces ................................................................. 23, 59, 83
Shoot in places where I cannot use the flash (turn off the flash).. 58
Take pictures with me in them too (self-timer) ........................ 52, 71
Insert the date and time into my shots .......................................... 51
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Look at my pictures ...................................................................... 27
Easy playback (Easy Mode) ......................................................... 29
Automatically play back pictures (slideshow) ............................. 115
Look at my pictures on a TV ....................................................... 162
Look at my pictures on a computer .............................................. 33
Quickly search pictures ...................................................... 112, 113
Erase pictures ....................................................................... 28, 123
Shoot movies ........................................................................ 30, 101
View movies ................................................................................. 32
Print pictures ............................................................................... 136
Save images to a computer .......................................................... 33
Turn off sounds ............................................................................. 44
Use the camera abroad ...................................................... 155, 192
Understand what is displayed on the screen .............................. 173
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Checking the Package Contents ....... 2
Read This First .................................. 3
What Do You Want to Do? ................ 4
Table of Contents .............................. 6
Safety Precautions ............................. 9
Conventions Used in This Guide .....11
Getting Started ................. 13
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 ............................... 27
Erasing images ................................ 28
Shooting or Viewing Images in
Easy Mode ..................................... 29
Shooting Movies .............................. 30
Viewing Movies ................................ 32
Transferring Images to a Computer
for Viewing ..................................... 33
2Learning More .................. 37
Components Guide .......................... 38
Screen Display ................................. 40
Indicator ........................................... 41
FUNC. Menu - Basic Operations ....42
MENU - Basic Operations ............... 43
Changing the Sound Settings .......... 44
Adjusting the Screen Brightness ......46
Returning the Camera to Default
Settings .......................................... 47
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Power Saving Function
(Auto Power Down) ....................... 48
Clock Function ................................ 48
3Shooting with Commonly
Used Functions ................ 49
Zooming In More Closely on
Subjects (Digital Zoom) ................. 50
Inserting the Date and Time ............ 51
Using the Self-Timer ....................... 52
Changing the Recording Pixel
Setting (Image Size) ..................... 54
Changing the Compression Ratio
(Image Quality) ............................. 54
4Adding Effects and
Shooting in Various
Conditions ........................ 57
Shooting in Discreet Mode .............. 58
Shooting in Special Scenes ............ 58
Adding Effects and Shooting
(Creative Filters) ........................... 61
Detecting a Face and Shooting
(Smart Shutter) ............................. 69
5Choosing Settings
Yourself ............................. 73
Shooting in Program AE.................. 74
Turning the Flash On ...................... 74
Adjusting the Brightness
(Exposure Compensation) ............ 75
Changing the ISO Speed ................ 75
Adjusting the White Balance ........... 76
Continuous Shooting ....................... 77
Changing the Tone of an Image
(My Colors) ................................... 78

CorrectingtheBrightnessand
Shooting(i-Contrast).....................79
ShootingClose-ups(Macro)...........80
DigitalTele-Converter.....................81
ChangingtheAFFrameMode........82
ChoosingtheSubjecttoFocusOn
(TrackingAF)................................84
MagnifyingtheFocalPoint..............85
ShootinginManualFocusMode.... 86
Shooting with Servo AF .................. 87
Shooting with the AF Lock .............. 88
Changing the Metering Method ....... 88
Shooting with the AE Lock .............. 89
Shooting with the FE Lock .............. 89
Adjusting the Flash Exposure
Compensation ............................... 90
Shooting with Slow Synchro ........... 91
Red-Eye Correction ........................ 92
Checking for Shut Eyes .................. 93
;_ Getting More Out of Your
Camera .............................. 95
Setting the Shutter Speed ............... 96
Setting the Aperture Value .............. 97
Setting the Shutter Speed and
Aperture Value .............................. 98
Adjusting the Flash Output .............. 99
TUsing Various Functions for
Shooting Movies ............ 101
Shooting Movies in =u Mode ........ 102
Changing the Movie Mode ............ 102
Shooting Various Kinds of
Movies ........................................ 103
Table of Contents
Shoot Movies That Look Like a
Miniature Model
(Miniature Effect) ......................... 104
Changing the Image Quality .......... 106
AE Lock/Exposure Shift ................. 107
Using the Wind Filter ..................... 107
Other Shooting Functions .............. 108
Editing ........................................... 109
8Using Various Playback and
Editing Functions ........... 111
Quickly Searching Images ............. 112
Viewing Images in Filtered
Playback ...................................... 113
Viewing Slideshows ....................... 115
Checking the Focus ....................... 116
Magnifying Images ........................ 117
Displaying Various Images
(Smart Shuffle) ............................ 117
Changing Image Transitions ......... 118
Protecting Images ......................... 119
Erasing Images ............................. 123
Tagging Images as Favorites ........ 125
Organizing Images by Category
(My Category) ............................. 126
Rotating Images ............................ 128
Resizing Images ............................ 129
Trimming ....................................... 130
Adding Effects with the My Colors
Function ...................................... 131
Correcting the Brightness
(i-Contrast) .................................. 132
Correcting the Red-Eye Effect ....... 133

Table of Contents
_Printing ............................ 135
Printing Images .............................. 136
Choosing Images for Printing
(DPOF) ........................................ 143
Choosing Images for a
Photobook ................................... 147
IC} Customizing Camera
Settings ........................... 149
Changing Camera Settings ............ 150
Changing Shooting Function
Settings ........................................ 156
Changing Playback Function
Settings ........................................ 160
'_ Useful Information ......... 161
Viewing Images on a TV ............... 162
Using Household Power ................ 163
Using an Eye-Fi Card .................... 165
Troubleshooting ............................ 167
List of Messages That Appear on
the Screen ................................... 170
Information Displayed
on the Screen .............................. 173
Functions and Menu Lists ............. 178
Specifications ................................ 188
Accessories ................................... 191
Separately Sold Accessories ........ 192
Index ............................................. 194
Handling Precautions .................... 197

Before using the product, please ensure that you read the safety precautions described
below. Always ensure that the product is used correctly.
The safety precautions noted on the following pages are intended to prevent injuries to
yourself and other persons, or damage to the equipment.
Be sure to also check the guides included with any separately sold accessories you
use.
Do not trigger the flash in close proximity to people's eyes.
Exposure to the intense light produced by the flash could damage eyesight. In particular,
remain at least 1 meter (39 inches) away from infants when using the flash.
Strap: Putting the strap around a child's neck could result in asphyxiation.
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 soJvents such as aJcohoJ, benzine, or thinner to clean the
product.
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 off and remove the 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
electrolyte contacts eyes, mouth, skin or clothing, immediately flush with water.
The electromagnetic waves emitted bythe camera may interferewith the operation of
electronic instruments and other devices. Exercise adequate caution when using the
camera in places where use of electronic devices is restricted, such as inside airplanes
and medica! facilities.
CD-ROMs.
It is possible to suffer hearing loss from listening with headphones to the loud sounds of
a CD-ROM played on an audio CD player (music player). Additionally, this could damage
the speakers.

Safety Precautions
When holding the camera by the strap, be careful not to bang it, subject it to
strong impacts or shocks, or let it get caught on other objects.
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 (104 °F)
- Humid or dusty areas
These could cause leakage, overheating or an explosion of the batteries, resulting in
electrical shock, fire, burns or other injuries.
Thesiide;hOwtransiiione_eci_mayc_usediscomfort_h_nviewedfor.........................................
prolonged periods.
Do not aim the camera at bright light sources (such as the sun on a clear day).
Doing so may damage the image sensor.
dust or sand to enter the camera.
This may cause the product to malfunction.
This is due to the high intensity of the [lash 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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ConventionsUsedinThisGuide
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 any hard objects to the camera,
Doing so may cause malfunctions or damage the screen.
Icons are used in the text to represent the camera buttons and dials.
Language that displays on the screen appears inside [ ] (square brackets).
The directional buttons, control dial and FUNC./SET button are
represented by the following icons.
ISO_
Up Button A __,_,,,,,-,_ FUNC./SET Button
Left Button _ , _, Right Button
Control Dial @ ....... j _,_ ..........................."V" 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.
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Getting Star ed
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 in
Easy mode, how to shoot and view movies, and how to transfer images
to a computer.
Attaching the Strap/Holding the Camera
Attach the includedstrap and wrap it around your wrist to avoid dropping
the camera during use.
Keep your arms tight against your body while holding the camera firmly by
the sides when shooting. Be sure that your fingers do not block the flash
while it is raised.
Strap
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The cards below can be used without restrictions on their capacities.
SD memory cards*
SDHC memory cards*
SDXC memory cards* _-=_'--
Eye-Fi cards
* This memory card complies with SD standards. Somecards may notoperate properly
depending on the brand of card used.
This product is not guaranteed to support Eye-Fi card functions (including
wireless transfer). In case of an issue with an Eye-Fi card, please check with
the card manufacturer.
Also note that an approval is required to use Eye-Fi cards in many countries
or regions. Without approval, use of the card is not permitted. If it is unclear
whether the card has been approved for use in the area, please check with
the card manufacturer.
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 will 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
.................................................i_ ...............................................................................................insert the batteries.
Insert the batteries as shown.
.... 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.
Label
closethecover.
Close the cover ((_), and press downward
as you slide it until it clicks into place (@_).
If the write-protect 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
eemOVe.gtheMemOryCard.................................................................................................................................................
Push the memory card in until you hear a
click, then slowly release it.
The memory card will pop up.
Number of Possible Shots/Shooting and Playback Times
Alkaline Batteries NiMH Batteries
(Sold Separately)
........................App!ox. 1 ! 0 .................................Approx. 320 ..............
Approx. 20 min. Approx. 1 hr. 20 min.
Approx. 1 hr. Approx. 2 hr. 20 min.
Approxl f hours Appioxl 9 hours
"1 The number of shots that can be taken is based on the Camera & imaging Products
Association (ClPA) measurement standard.
*2 Times are based on default settings, star_ing and stopping shooting, turning the camera on
and off, and operations such as using the zoom.
*3 Times are based on repeatedly shooting until the maximum clip length is reached or recording
stops automatically.
Under some shooting conditions, the number of possible shots and shooting time may
be less than mentioned above.
Depending on the brand of alkaline batteries used, the number of possible shots and
shooting time 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)
(p. 192).
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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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.
_Cflange ihe baiieiies;; Depieiedl cfiange {he batteriesl
Number of Shots per Memory Card
Approx. 1058 Approx. 4334
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).
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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 on the camera.
Press the power button.
The Date/Time screen will appear.
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Set the date and time.
Press the _ I_ buttons to choose an option.
Press the ,_'v" buttons or turn the _/:_;dial
to set a value.
Once all settings are complete, press the
@ button.
....setthehometimezone.
Press the _ _ buttons or turn the _,!iiii_dial to
choose your home time zone,
Complete the setting.
Press the @ button to complete the
setting. After a confirmation screen
appears, the shooting screen will
reappear.
Pressing the power button will turn off the
camera.
Set the correct date and time. If you have not set the date and time and the home
time zone, the Date/Time screen will appear each time you turn on the camera.
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Setting the Date and Time
If you choose _F in Step 2 on p. 18 and press the Av buttons or turn the _i:i!
dial to choose _,'-, you will set the time to daylight saving (1 hour ahead).
You can change the current date and time settings.
Display the menu.
Press the MENUbutton.
choose[Datemme].
Move the zoom lever to choose the _'1'tab.
Press the Av buttons or turn the ;,_:i_#dial
to choose [Date/Time], then press ihe @
button.
changethedateandtime.
Follow Step 2 on p. 18 to adjust the
settings.
Press the MENUbutton to close the menu.
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You can change the language that displays on the screen.
Enter Playback mode.
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Display the settings screen.
Press and hold the @ button, then
immediately press the MENUbutton.
:: setthedisplaylanguage.
Press the .,Lv{), 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.
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The clock will appear if too much time passes between pressing the @ button
and the MENUbutton in Step 2. If the clock appears, press the @ button to
remove the clock and repeat Step 2.
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