Canon PowerShot SX160 IS User manual

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"Po_erShotSXI60 IS
Camera User Guide
Make sure this guide, including the "Safety
properly.
Store this guide in the future.

Beforeuse,makesurethefollowingitemsareincludedinthepackage.
Ifanythingismissing,contactyourcameradealer.
AAAIkaline Batteries (x2) Intedace Cable
IFC-400PCU
Camera
DIGITAL CAMERA _ Warranty Card
Solution Disk* Getting Started
Wrist Strap (CD-ROM)
WS-800
* Contains software and PDF manuals (_25).
A memory card is not included (see below).
The following memory cards (sold separately) can be used, regardless of
capacity.
SD memory cards*
SDHC memory cards*
SDXC memory cards* ,_4_ -"
Eye-Fi cards
* Conforms to SD specifications. However, not all memory cards have been verified to
work with the camera.
@About Eye=Fi Cards
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.

Takeandreviewsometestshotsinitiallytomakesuretheimageswere
recordedcorrectly.PleasenotethatCanonInc.,itssubsidiariesand
affiliates,anditsdistributorsarenotliableforanyconsequentialdamages
arisingfromanymalfunctionofacameraoraccessory,includingmemory
cards,thatresultsinthefailureofanimagetoberecordedortobe
recordedinawaythatismachinereadable.
Imagesrecordedbythecameraareintendedforpersonaluse.Refrain
fromunauthorizedrecordingthatinfringesoncopyrightlaw,andnotethat
evenforpersonaluse,photographymaycontravenecopyrightorother
legalrightsatsomeperformancesorexhibitions,orinsomecommercial
settings.
Thecamerawarrantyisvalidonlyintheareaofpurchase.Incaseof
cameraproblemswhileabroad,returntotheareaofpurchasebefore
contactingaCanonCustomerSupportHelpDesk.
AlthoughtheLCDmonitorisproducedunderextremelyhigh-precision
manufacturingconditionsandmorethan99.99%ofthepixelsmeet
designspecifications,inrarecasessomepixelsmaybedefectiveormay
appearasredorblackdots.Thisdoesnotindicatecameradamageor
affectrecordedimages.
TheLCDmonitormaybecoveredwithathinplasticfilmforprotection
againstscratchesduringshipment.Ifcovered,removethefilmbefore
usingthecamera.
Whenthecameraisusedoveranextendedperiod,itmaybecomewarm.
Thisdoesnotindicatedamage.
Thefollowingguidesareincluded,eachusedfordifferentpurposes.
Basic Guide (l-_13)
Gives basic instructions, from initial preparations to shooting, playback,
and saving on a computer
Advanced Guide (l-_33)
Practical guide that introduces other camera basics and describes
shooting and playback options

(_Microphone
C_Lamp
®Lens
(_Zoomlever
Shooting:<E_](telephoto)>/
<[] (wide angle)>
Playback: <O_ (magnify)> /
<_ (index)>
(_ Strap mount
® Shutter button
Power button
® Mode dial
® Flash
® Speaker
@ Date/time battery holder
@ Tripod socket
@ Memory card/battery cover
_ Lock release switch
@ DC coupler cable port
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In this guide, icons are used to represent the corresponding camera
buttons and dials on which they appear or which they resemble.
The following camera buttons and controls are represented by icons.
<A> Up button ®on back
<,_> Left button ® on back
<_, > Right button @ on back
<v> Down button @on back
Control dial ® on back
Shooting modes and on-screen icons and text are indicated in brackets.
_: Important information you should know
_: Notes and tips for expert camera use
_xx: Pages with related information (in this example, "xx" represents a
page number)
Instructions in this guide apply to the camera under default settings.
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Part Names and Conventions in This Guide
Screen (LCD monitor)
C2_<_. (Flash up)> button
® <r4_ (Exposure compensation)> /
<_ (Single image erase)> button
Movie button
® <r_ (Playback)> button
® HDMI TM terminal
C7)DIGITAL terminal
® <IS0 (ISO speed)> /<_1_ (Filter
image display)> /Up button
@ <_ (Macro)> /<MF(Manual
focus)> /Left button
@ Control dial
_P FUNC./SET button
@ <_. (Flash)> /Right button
@ <_.) (Self-timer)> /
Down button
@ Indicator
® <DISR (Display)>button
@ <MENU> button
Turning the control dial is one way to
choose setting items, switch images, and
perform other operations. Most of these
operations are also possible with the
<A><v><4><_ > buttons.
• For convenience, all supported memory cards are simply referred to as
"the memory card".
• The tabs shown above titles indicate whether the function is used for still
images, movies, or both.
Indicates that the function is used when shooting or
viewing still images.
Indicates that the function is used when shooting or
viewing movies. 5

Package Contents ......................... 2
Compatible Memory Cards ............ 2
Preliminary Notes and Legal
information ..................................... 3
Organization of Camera User
Guide ............................................. 3
Part Names and Conventions in
This Guide ...................................... 4
Table of Contents ........................... 6
Contents: Basic Operations ........... 8
Safety Precautions ....................... 10
Basic Guide .................... 13
initial Preparations ....................... 14
Trying the Camera Out ................ 20
included Software, PDF
Manuals ....................................... 25
Accessories .................................. 32
Advanced Guide ............. 33
_J Camera Basics ..................... 33
On/Off .......................................... 34
Shutter Button .............................. 35
Shooting Modes ........................... 36
Shooting Display Options ............ 36
FUNC. Menu ................................ 37
MENU Menu ................................ 38
indicator Display .......................... 40
Clock ............................................ 40
2Smart Auto Mode ................. 41
Shooting (Smart Auto) ................. 42
Common, Convenient Features ...49
image Customization Features....54
Helpful Shooting Features ........... 59
Customizing Camera
Operation ..................................... 62
Other Shooting Modes ........ 65
Brightness/Color Customization
(Live View Control) ....................... 66
Specific Scenes ........................... 67
Special Modes for Other
Purposes ...................................... 69
Image Effects (Creative Filters)...71
Discreet Mode .............................. 76
Shooting Various Movies ............. 77
;¢_: P Mode .................................. 79
Shooting in Program AE Mode
(<P> Mode) .................................. 80
Image Brightness (Exposure
Compensation) ............................ 81
Color and Continuous Shooting...84
Shooting Range and Focusing ....90
Flash ............................................ 98
Other Settings ............................ 101
5Tv, Av, and M Mode ............ 103
Specific Shutter Speeds (<Tv>
Mode) ......................................... 104
Specific Aperture Values (<Av>
Mode) ......................................... 105
Specific Shutter Speeds and
Aperture Values (<M> Mode).....106
_Playback Mode .................. 109
Viewing ...................................... 110
Browsing and Filtering
Images ....................................... 114
Image Viewing Options .............. 117

ProtectingImages......................120
ErasingImages..........................124
RotatingImages.........................127
imageCategories......................129
EditingStillImages....................133
EditingMovies............................139
7Setting Menu ...................... 141
Adjusting Basic Camera
Functions ................................... 142
8 Accessories ....................... 155
Replacing the Date/Time
Battery ........................................ 156
Optional Accessories ................. 157
Using Optional Accessories ....... 159
Printing images .......................... 166
Using an Eye-Fi Card ................. 179
[_ Appendix ............................ 181
Troubleshooting ......................... 182
On-Screen Messages ................ 186
On-Screen Information .............. 188
Functions and Menu Tables ....... 192
Handling Precautions ................. 202
Specifications ............................. 203
index .......................................... 207
Table of Contents

0Shoot
Use camera-determined settings (Auto Mode) .................................... 42
Shooting people well
Portraits Against Snow
([_67) ([_68)
Matching specific scenes
Low Light Fireworks
(j_67) (j_68)
Applying special effects iiiiiiiiiii!i!ii!iiiii!iiii!iiii!ii!!, ,!i!i, i
Vivid Colors Poster Effect Fish-Eye Effect
([[_71 ) (_71) (_72)
Miniature Effect Toy Camera Effect Monochrome
([__72) ([_74) ([_75)
Where sound and flash are not allowed (Discreet Mode) .................... 76
While adjusting image settings (Live View Control) ............................. 66
Focus on faces ......................................................................... 42, 67, 93
With myself in the shot (Self-Timer) ............................................... 50, 69
Add date stamps .................................................................................. 52

Contents:BasicOperations
View
View images (Playback Mode) ............................................................ 110
Automatic playback (S[ideshow) ......................................................... 118
On a TV .............................................................................................. 159
On a computer ..................................................................................... 26
Browse through images quickly .......................................................... 114
Erase images ..................................................................................... 124
=m Shoot/View Movies
Shoot movies ................................................................................. 42, 77
View movies (Playback Mode) ............................................................ 110
r_ Print
Print pictures ...................................................................................... 166
Save
Save images to a computer ................................................................. 26

Beforeusingtheproduct,pleaseensurethatyoureadthesafetyprecautions
describedbelow.Alwaysensurethattheproductisusedcorrectly.
Thesafetyprecautionsnotedonthefollowingpagesareintendedtoprevent
injuriestoyourselfandotherpersons,ordamagetotheequipment.
Besuretoalsochecktheguidesincludedwithanyseparatelysold
accessoriesyouuse.
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.
Store this equipment out of the reach of children and infants.
Strap: Putting the strap around a child's neck could result in asphyxiation.
Date/time 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 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.
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 electrolyte contacts eyes, mouth, skin or clothing,
immediately flush with water.
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Safety Precautions
Turn the camera off in places where camera use is prohibited.
The electromagnetic waves emitted by the camera may interfere with 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 medical facilities.
Do not play the supplied CD-ROM(s) in any CD player that does not
support data 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.
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.
Be careful not to subject the screen to strong impacts.
If the screen cracks, injury may result from the broken fragments.
When using the flash, be careful not to cover it with your fingers or
clothing.
This could result in burns or damage to the flash.
Avoid using, placing or storing the product in the following places:
-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.
The slideshow transition effects may cause discomfort when viewed
for prolonged periods.
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Safety Precautions
Do not aim the camera at bright light sources (such as the sun on a
clear day).
Doing so may damage the image sensor.
When using the camera on a beach or at a windy location, be careful
not to allow dust or sand to enter the camera.
This may cause the product to malfunction.
In regular use, small amounts of smoke may be emitted from the
flash.
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.
Before you discard the batteries, cover the terminals with tape or
other insulators.
Contacting other metal materials may lead to fire or explosions.
Do not charge batteries of different types at the same time, or use
older batteries together with newer batteries.
Do not insert the batteries with the + and - terminals reversed.
This may cause the product to malfunction.
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.
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Prepare for shooting as follows.
Thread the end of the strap through the
strap hole (5_), and then pull the other
end of the strap through the loop on the
threaded end (@).
The strap can also be attached to the left
side of the camera.
Place the strap around your wrist.
When shooting, keep your arms close to
your body and hold the camera securely
to prevent it from moving. If you have
raised the flash, do not rest your fingers
on it.
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Initial Preparations
_ |.sertmg the Batteries and Memory Card
Insert the included batteries and a memory card (sold separately).
Note that before using a new memory card (or a memory card formatted in
another device), you should format the memory card with this camera (_-_1146).
@
Check the card's write=protect
tab.
Recording is not possible on memory cards
with a write-protect tab when the tab is in the
locked (downward) position. Slide the tab up
until it clicks into the unlocked position.
Open the cover.
Slide the switch (L_) and open the cover
(®).
insert the batteries.
Insert the batteries as shown.
Label
insert the memory card.
Insert the memory card facing as shown
until it clicks into the locked position.
Make sure the memory card is facing the
right way when you insert it. Inserting
memory cards facing the wrong way may
damage the camera.
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Initial Preparations
Close the cover.
Lower the cover (_) and hold it down as
you slide it, until it clicks into the closed
position (@).
_Compatible Batteries
Use AA alkaline batteries or Canon AA NiMH batteries (sold separately,
_157).
Due to the inconsistent performance of other batteries, use of specified
batteries only is recommended.
NiMH batteries last longer in cameras than alkaline batteries do, especially
in cold weather.
For guidelines on how many shots or hours of recording are possible with
various batteries, see "Specifications" (f_203).
_2Removing the Memory Card
Open the cover and push the memory
card in until it clicks, and then slowly
release the memory card.
The memory card will pop up.
16

Initial Preparations
,; setting the Date and Time
Set the current date and time correctly as follows if the [Date/Time] screen
is displayed when you turn the camera on. Information you specify this way
is recorded in image properties when you shoot, and it is used when you
manage images by shooting date or print images showing the date.
You can also add a date stamp to shots, if you wish (_52).
........... W
,Turn the camera on.
Press the power button.
The [Date/Time] screen is displayed.
'Set the date and time.
Press the <4 ><_ > buttons to choose an
option.
Press the <,L><v> buttons or turn the
<_;_[:_:> dial to specify the date and time.
When finished, press the <@> button.
Set the home time zone.
Press the <_><_> buttons or turn the
<_'[_i_> dial to choose your home time
zone.
Finish the setup process.
Press the <@> button when finished.
After a confirmation message, the setting
screen is no longer displayed.
To turn off the camera, press the power button.
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Initial Preparations
(T) Unless you set the date, time, and home time zone, the [Date/
Time] screen will be displayed each time you turn the camera on.
Specify the correct information.
To set dayiight saving time (1 hour ahead), choose ['_] in step 2 and then
choose [_+_] by pressing the <A><v> buttons or turning the <_ it:>dial.
l_ Changing the Date and Time
Adjust the date and time as follows.
, ....................... Access the camera menu.
i ........Press the <MENU> button.
Choose [Date/Time].
Move the zoom lever to choose the [_1']
tab.
Press the <A><v> buttons or turn the
<_!:_;_>dial to choose [Date/Time], and
then press the <@> button.
Change the date and time.
Follow step 2 on [{_ 17 to adjust the settings.
Press the <MENU> button to close the menu.
Once the date/time batteryis depleted,the [Date/Time]screenwill be displayedwhen
you turn the cameraon. Followthe steps on_117 to setthe date andtime.
If the [Date/Time] screen is displayed each time you turn the camera on,
even after you have set the date and time correctly, replace the date/time
battery with a new one ([[_ 156).
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Initial Preparations
_Display Language
The display language can be changed as needed.
iI _,_ _"_ i I
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Enter Playback mode. iiiiiiiiiiii
Pressthe<[]>butteo iiiiiiiiiiii
iiiiiiiiiiii
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;;;;;;;;;;;;
;_;;;!!!;_Access the setting screen, iiiiiiiiiiii
.........._ Press and hold the <___> button, and
then immediately press the <MENU>
button, iiiiiiiiiiii
,;;::i:ii!Set the display language, iiiiiiiiiiii
Press the <A><v><_><_,> buttons or iiiiiiiiiiii
turn the <_!_J:>dial to choose a language,
andthenpressthe<@>button, iiiiiiiiiiii
Oncethedisplaylanguagehasbeenset,
the setting screen is no longer displayed.
_;, The current time is displayed if you wait too long in step 2 after pressing
the <@> button before you press the <MENU> button. In this case,
press the <@> button to dismiss the time display and repeat step 2.
You can also change the display language by pressing the <MENU> button
and choosing [Language @'_-]on the [tl'] tab.
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Follow these instructions to turn the camera on, shoot still images or
movies, and then view them.
For fully automatic selection of the optimal settings for specific scenes,
simply let the camera determine the subject and shooting conditions.
Turn the camera on.
Press the power button.
The startup screen is displayed.
©Enter <t!_)> mode.
Set the mode dial to <_]_)>.
Aim the camera at the subject. The
camera will make a slight clicking noise
as it determines the scene.
Icons representing the scene and image
stabilization mode are displayed in the
upper right of the screen.
Frames displayed around any detected
subjects indicate that they are in focus.
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Compose the shot.
To zoom in and enlarge the subject, move
the zoom lever toward <E_3> (telephoto),
and to zoom away from the subject, move
it toward <[]> (wide angle).
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