Canon PowerShot SX540 HS User manual

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ENGLISH
Before Use
Basic Guide
Advanced Guide
1Camera Basics
2Auto Mode /
Hybrid Auto Mode
3Other Shooting Modes
4P Mode
6Playback Mode
7Wi-Fi Functions
8Setting Menu
9Accessories
10
Appendix
Index
5Tv, Av, and M Mode
Camera User Guide
© CANON INC. 2016 CT0-D023-000-F101-B
●Make sure you read this guide, including the “Safety Precautions”
(= 14) section, before using the camera.
●Reading this guide will help you learn to use the camera properly.
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Before Use
Basic Guide
Advanced Guide
1Camera Basics
2Auto Mode /
Hybrid Auto Mode
3Other Shooting Modes
4P Mode
6Playback Mode
7Wi-Fi Functions
8Setting Menu
9Accessories
10
Appendix
Index
5Tv, Av, and M Mode
Initial Information
Package Contents
Before use, make sure the following items are included in the package.
If anything is missing, contact your camera retailer.
Camera Battery Pack
NB-6LH*
Battery Charger
CB-2LY/CB-2LYE
Neck Strap Lens Cap
(with cord)
* Do not peel off the adhesive covering from a battery pack.
●Printed matter is also included.
●A memory card is not included (=
2).
Before Use
Compatible Memory Cards
The following memory cards (commercially available) can be used,
regardless of capacity.
●SD memory cards*
●SDHC memory cards*
●SDXC memory cards*
* Cards conforming to SD standards. However, not all memory cards have been
veried to work with the camera.

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Before Use
Basic Guide
Advanced Guide
1Camera Basics
2Auto Mode /
Hybrid Auto Mode
3Other Shooting Modes
4P Mode
6Playback Mode
7Wi-Fi Functions
8Setting Menu
9Accessories
10
Appendix
Index
5Tv, Av, and M Mode
Conventions in This Guide
●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.
Also, () shows the number of the part as found in “Part Names”
(=
4).
[ ] Front dial (3) on front
[ ] Up button (13) on back
[ ] Left button (14) on back
[ ] Right button (16) on back
[ ] Down button (17) 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.
●For convenience, all supported memory cards are simply referred to as
the “memory card”.
●The symbols “ Still Images” and “ Movies” below titles indicate
how the function is used – whether for still images or movies.
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 afliates, and its distributors are not liable for any consequential
damages arising from any malfunction of a camera or accessory,
including memory cards, that result in the failure of an image to be
recorded or to be recorded in a way that is machine readable.
●Images recorded by the camera shall be for personal use. Refrain
from unauthorized recording that infringes on copyright law, and note
that even for personal use, photography may contravene copyright
or other legal rights at some performances or exhibitions, or in some
commercial settings.
●The camera warranty is valid only in the area of purchase. In case of
camera problems while abroad, return to the area of purchase before
contacting a Canon Customer Support Help Desk.
●Although the screen (monitor) is produced under extremely high-
precision manufacturing conditions and more than 99.99% of the
pixels meet design specications, in rare cases some pixels may be
defective or may appear as red or black dots. This does not indicate
camera damage or affect recorded images.
●When the camera is used over an extended period, it may become
warm. This does not indicate damage.

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Before Use
Basic Guide
Advanced Guide
1Camera Basics
2Auto Mode /
Hybrid Auto Mode
3Other Shooting Modes
4P Mode
6Playback Mode
7Wi-Fi Functions
8Setting Menu
9Accessories
10
Appendix
Index
5Tv, Av, and M Mode
(1) (3) (4)
(7)
(6)
(5)
(13)
(14)
(8)
(11) (12)(9) (10)
(17)
(16)
(15)
(2)
(1) Screen (Monitor)
(2) Microphone
(3) Power button
(4) Mode Dial
(5) Movie button
(6) [ (Exposure compensation)] /
[(Single-image erase)] button
(7) AV OUT (Audio/video output) /
DIGITAL terminal
(8) HDMITM terminal
(9) [ (Playback)] button
(10) Indicator
(11) [ (Wi-Fi)] button
(12) [ (Menu)] button
(13) [ (ISO speed)] /
[(Story Highlights)] / Up button
(14) [ (Macro)] / [ (Manual focus)]
/ Left button
(15) FUNC./SET (Function/Set) button
(16) [ (Flash)] / Right button
(17) [ (Information)] / Down
button
Part Names
(5)
(10) (11)
(13)
(12)
(6)
(9)
(14)
(4)(3)(2)(1)
(4)
(7)
(8)
(1) Zoom lever
Shooting: [ (telephoto)] /
[ (wide angle)]
Playback: [ (magnify)] /
[ (index)]
(2) Shutter button
(3) Front dial
(4) Strap mount
(5) Flash
(6) Lamp
(7) Speaker
(8) (N-Mark)*
(9) Lens
(10) Lens hood/filter adapter mount
(11) [ (Framing Assist – Seek)]
button
(12) [ (Framing Assist – Lock)]
button
(13) Tripod socket
(14) Memory card/battery cover
* Used with NFC features (=
112).

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Before Use
Basic Guide
Advanced Guide
1Camera Basics
2Auto Mode /
Hybrid Auto Mode
3Other Shooting Modes
4P Mode
6Playback Mode
7Wi-Fi Functions
8Setting Menu
9Accessories
10
Appendix
Index
5Tv, Av, and M Mode
Table of Contents
Before Use
Initial Information.............................................................. 2
Package Contents.................................................................... 2
Compatible Memory Cards....................................................... 2
Preliminary Notes and Legal Information ................................. 3
Conventions in This Guide ....................................................... 3
Part Names .............................................................................. 4
Common Camera Operations ................................................ 12
Safety Precautions ................................................................. 14
Basic Guide
Basic Operations............................................................. 17
Initial Preparations.................................................................. 17
Attaching Accessories ...............................................................17
Holding the Camera...................................................................18
Charging the Battery Pack.........................................................18
Inserting the Battery Pack and Your Memory Card
(Commercially Available) ...........................................................19
Removing the Battery Pack and Memory Card .....................19
Setting the Date and Time .........................................................20
Changing the Date and Time.................................................20
Display Language......................................................................21
Trying the Camera Out........................................................... 22
Shooting (Smart Auto) ...............................................................22
Viewing ......................................................................................23
Erasing Images .....................................................................24
Advanced Guide
1 Camera Basics........................................................... 25
On/Off..................................................................................... 25
Power-Saving Features (Auto Power Down).............................26
Power Saving in Shooting Mode ...........................................26
Power Saving in Playback Mode...........................................26
Shutter Button ........................................................................ 26
Shooting Modes ..................................................................... 27
Shooting Display Options....................................................... 27
Using the FUNC. Menu .......................................................... 28
Using the Menu Screen.......................................................... 29
On-Screen Keyboard.............................................................. 30
Indicator Display..................................................................... 30
Clock ...................................................................................... 31
2 Auto Mode / Hybrid Auto Mode................................ 32
Shooting with Camera-Determined Settings .......................... 32
Shooting (Smart Auto) ...............................................................32
Shooting in Hybrid Auto Mode...................................................34
Digest Movie Playback ..........................................................35
Still Images/Movies ...............................................................35
Still Images............................................................................35
Movies ...................................................................................35
Scene Icons...............................................................................36
Continuous Shooting Scenes ................................................37
Image Stabilization Icons...........................................................37
On-Screen Frames ....................................................................38
Common, Convenient Features ............................................. 38
Zooming In Closer on Subjects (Digital Zoom)..........................38
Easily Reacquiring Subjects after Manual Zooming
(Framing Assist – Seek) ............................................................39

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Before Use
Basic Guide
Advanced Guide
1Camera Basics
2Auto Mode /
Hybrid Auto Mode
3Other Shooting Modes
4P Mode
6Playback Mode
7Wi-Fi Functions
8Setting Menu
9Accessories
10
Appendix
Index
5Tv, Av, and M Mode
Recording Movies with Subjects at the Same Size Shown
before Shooting .........................................................................53
Customizing Camera Operation............................................. 54
Deactivating the AF-Assist Beam ..............................................54
Preventing the Red-Eye Reduction Lamp from Lighting Up......54
Changing the Image Display Style after Shots..........................55
Changing the Image Display Period after Shots ...................55
Changing the Screen Displayed after Shots .........................55
3 Other Shooting Modes.............................................. 56
Brightness / Color Customization (Live View Control)............ 56
Enjoying a Variety of Images from Each Shot (Creative
Shot)....................................................................................... 57
Enjoying a Variety of Images from Each Shot ...........................57
Choosing Effects .......................................................................57
Recording Movies with a Variety of Effects................................57
Creative Shot Movie Playback ..............................................58
Shooting Moving Subjects (Sports)........................................ 58
Specic Scenes...................................................................... 59
Applying Special Effects......................................................... 60
Shooting with a Fish-Eye Lens Effect (Fish-Eye Effect) ............60
Shots Resembling Miniature Models (Miniature Effect).............60
Playback Speed and Estimated Playback Time (for One-
Minute Clips)..........................................................................61
Shooting with a Toy Camera Effect (Toy Camera Effect)...........61
Shooting with a Soft Focus Effect..............................................62
Shooting in Monochrome...........................................................62
Special Modes for Other Purposes ........................................ 63
Auto Shooting after Face Detection (Smart Shutter).................63
Auto Shooting after Smile Detection .....................................63
Using the Wink Self-Timer.....................................................63
Preventing a Subject from Being Lost after Manual
Zooming (Framing Assist – Lock) ..............................................40
Zooming Automatically According to the Movement of the
Subject (Auto Zoom)..................................................................41
Adjusting the Constant Face Display Size ............................42
Easily Reacquiring Subjects with Auto Zooming (Seek
Assist)........................................................................................42
Using the Self-Timer ..................................................................43
Using the Self-Timer to Avoid Camera Shake .......................43
Customizing the Self-Timer ...................................................44
Continuous Shooting .................................................................44
Image Display during Playback .................................................45
Using Face ID......................................................................... 45
Personal Information .................................................................45
Registering Face ID Information................................................46
Shooting ....................................................................................47
Checking and Editing Registered Information ...........................47
Overwriting and Adding Face Information .............................48
Erasing Registered Information.............................................49
Image Customization Features .............................................. 49
Changing the Aspect Ratio........................................................49
Changing Image Resolution (Image Size).................................50
Guidelines for Choosing Resolution Based on Paper
Size (for 4:3 Images) .............................................................50
Correcting Greenish Image Areas from Mercury Lamps ...........50
Changing Movie Image Quality .................................................51
Helpful Shooting Features...................................................... 51
Displaying Grid Lines.................................................................51
Magnifying the Area in Focus ....................................................52
Deactivating Auto Level.............................................................52
Changing the IS Mode Settings.................................................53
Deactivating Image Stabilization ...........................................53

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Before Use
Basic Guide
Advanced Guide
1Camera Basics
2Auto Mode /
Hybrid Auto Mode
3Other Shooting Modes
4P Mode
6Playback Mode
7Wi-Fi Functions
8Setting Menu
9Accessories
10
Appendix
Index
5Tv, Av, and M Mode
Face AiAF..............................................................................75
Choosing Subjects to Focus On (Tracking AF) .....................75
Shooting with Servo AF .........................................................76
Changing the Focus Setting ......................................................77
Shooting with the AF Lock.........................................................77
Shooting Continuously as the Camera Keeps the Subject in
Focus.........................................................................................78
Flash....................................................................................... 78
Changing the Flash Mode .........................................................78
Auto .......................................................................................79
On..........................................................................................79
Slow Synchro ........................................................................79
Off..........................................................................................79
Adjusting the Flash Exposure Compensation............................79
Shooting with the FE Lock.........................................................80
Other Settings ........................................................................ 80
Changing the Compression Ratio (Image Quality) ....................80
5 Tv, Av, and M Mode.................................................... 81
Specic Shutter Speeds ([Tv] Mode)...................................... 81
Specic Aperture Values ([Av] Mode)..................................... 82
Specic Shutter Speeds and Aperture Values ([M] Mode) ..... 82
Adjusting the Flash Output ........................................................83
6 Playback Mode .......................................................... 84
Viewing................................................................................... 84
Switching Display Modes...........................................................85
Overexposure Warning (for Image Highlights) ......................86
Histogram ..............................................................................86
GPS Information Display .......................................................86
Viewing Short Movies Recorded in Creative Shot Mode
(Creative Shot Movies) ..............................................................86
Using the Face Self-Timer.....................................................64
Shooting Various Movies........................................................ 65
Shooting Movies in Standard Mode...........................................65
Locking or Changing Image Brightness before Shooting ...... 65
Disabling Auto Slow Shutter .....................................................66
Sound Settings ..........................................................................66
Disabling the Wind Filter .......................................................66
Using the Attenuator..............................................................66
Shooting Short Clip....................................................................67
Playback Effect......................................................................67
Shooting iFrame Movies............................................................67
4 P Mode........................................................................ 68
Shooting in Program AE ([P] Mode) ....................................... 68
Image Brightness (Exposure)................................................. 69
Adjusting Image Brightness (Exposure Compensation)............69
Locking Image Brightness / Exposure (AE Lock) ......................69
Changing the Metering Method .................................................69
Changing the ISO Speed...........................................................70
Correcting Image Brightness (i-Contrast) ..................................70
Image Colors.......................................................................... 71
Capturing Natural Colors (White Balance) ................................71
Custom White Balance..........................................................71
Changing Image Color Tones (My Colors) ................................71
Custom Color.........................................................................72
Shooting Range and Focusing............................................... 73
Shooting Close-Ups (Macro) .....................................................73
Shooting in Manual Focus Mode...............................................73
Easily Identifying the Focus Area (MF Peaking)....................74
Digital Tele-Converter ................................................................74
Changing the AF Frame Mode ..................................................75
Center....................................................................................75

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Before Use
Basic Guide
Advanced Guide
1Camera Basics
2Auto Mode /
Hybrid Auto Mode
3Other Shooting Modes
4P Mode
6Playback Mode
7Wi-Fi Functions
8Setting Menu
9Accessories
10
Appendix
Index
5Tv, Av, and M Mode
Tagging Images as Favorites ............................................... 100
Using the Menu .......................................................................100
Editing Still Images............................................................... 101
Resizing Images ......................................................................101
Cropping ..................................................................................101
Changing Image Color Tones (My Colors) ..............................102
Correcting Image Brightness (i-Contrast) ................................103
Correcting Red-Eye .................................................................103
Editing Movies...................................................................... 104
Reducing File Sizes.................................................................105
Editing Short Movies................................................................106
Viewing an Album (Story Highlights) .................................... 106
Extraction Conditions Which Can be Selected When
Creating an Album...............................................................106
Adding BGM to an Album ........................................................107
Creating an Album of Your Choice...........................................108
Combining Short Clips.......................................................... 109
7 Wi-Fi Functions.........................................................111
Available Wi-Fi Features ....................................................... 111
Sending Images to a Smartphone.........................................112
Sending Images to an NFC-Compatible Smartphone ............. 112
Connecting via NFC When Camera Is Off or in Shooting
Mode ................................................................................... 112
Connecting via NFC When Camera Is in Playback Mode... 114
Adding a Smartphone.............................................................. 115
Using Another Access Point .................................................... 117
Previous Access Points ........................................................... 117
Saving Images to a Computer...............................................118
Preparing to Register a Computer........................................... 118
Installing the Software ......................................................... 118
Viewing Short Movies Created When Shooting Still Images
(Digest Movies)..........................................................................87
Viewing by Date.....................................................................87
Checking People Detected in Face ID.......................................87
Browsing and Filtering Images............................................... 88
Navigating through Images in an Index.....................................88
Finding Images Matching Specied Conditions.........................88
Using the Front Dial to Jump between Images..........................89
Viewing Individual Images in a Group .......................................90
Editing Face ID Information.................................................... 91
Changing Names.......................................................................91
Erasing Names ..........................................................................91
Image Viewing Options .......................................................... 92
Magnifying Images ....................................................................92
Viewing Slideshows...................................................................92
Changing Slideshow Settings................................................93
Auto Playback of Related Images (Smart Shufe) ....................93
Protecting Images .................................................................. 94
Using the Menu .........................................................................94
Choosing Images Individually....................................................95
Selecting a Range .....................................................................95
Protecting All Images at Once ...................................................96
Clearing All Protection at Once .............................................96
Erasing Images ...................................................................... 96
Erasing Multiple Images at Once...............................................97
Choosing a Selection Method ...............................................97
Choosing Images Individually................................................97
Selecting a Range .................................................................98
Specifying All Images at Once...............................................98
Rotating Images ..................................................................... 98
Using the Menu .........................................................................99
Deactivating Auto Rotation ........................................................99

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Before Use
Basic Guide
Advanced Guide
1Camera Basics
2Auto Mode /
Hybrid Auto Mode
3Other Shooting Modes
4P Mode
6Playback Mode
7Wi-Fi Functions
8Setting Menu
9Accessories
10
Appendix
Index
5Tv, Av, and M Mode
Editing or Erasing Wi-Fi Settings.......................................... 135
Editing Connection Information ...............................................135
Changing a Device Nickname .............................................136
Erasing Connection Information ..........................................136
Changing the Camera Nickname ............................................136
Returning the Wi-Fi Settings to Default ...................................137
8 Setting Menu............................................................ 138
Adjusting Basic Camera Functions ...................................... 138
Silencing Camera Operations..................................................138
Adjusting the Volume...............................................................138
Hiding Hints and Tips...............................................................139
Date and Time .........................................................................139
World Clock .............................................................................139
Lens Retraction Timing............................................................140
Using Eco Mode ......................................................................140
Power-Saving Adjustment .......................................................140
Screen Brightness ...................................................................141
Hiding the Start-Up Screen......................................................141
Formatting Memory Cards.......................................................141
Low-Level Formatting..........................................................142
File Numbering ........................................................................142
Date-Based Image Storage.....................................................143
Metric / Non-Metric Display .....................................................143
Checking Certication Logos...................................................143
Display Language....................................................................143
Adjusting Other Settings..........................................................144
Restoring Defaults ...................................................................144
9 Accessories ............................................................. 145
System Map ......................................................................... 145
Optional Accessories............................................................ 146
Power Supplies........................................................................146
Conguring the Computer for a Wi-Fi Connection
(Windows Only) ................................................................... 119
Saving Images to a Connected Computer............................... 119
Conrming Access Point Compatibility................................ 119
Using WPS-Compatible Access Points ...............................120
Connecting to Listed Access Points ....................................122
Previous Access Points .......................................................123
Sending Images to a Registered Web Service..................... 123
Registering Web Services .......................................................123
Registering CANON iMAGE GATEWAY..............................124
Registering Other Web Services .........................................125
Uploading Images to Web Services ........................................126
Printing Images Wirelessly from a Connected Printer.......... 127
Sending Images to Another Camera .................................... 128
Image Sending Options........................................................ 129
Sending Multiple Images .........................................................129
Selecting a Range ...............................................................129
Sending Images Tagged as Favorites .................................130
Notes on Sending Images .......................................................130
Choosing the Number of Recording Pixels (Image Size) ........131
Adding Comments ...................................................................131
Sending Images Automatically (Image Sync)....................... 132
Initial Preparations...................................................................132
Preparing the Camera .........................................................132
Preparing the Computer ......................................................132
Sending Images.......................................................................133
Viewing Images Sent via Image Sync on Your
Smartphone.........................................................................133
Using a Smartphone to View Camera Images and Control
the Camera........................................................................... 134
Geotagging Images on the Camera ........................................134
Shooting Remotely ..................................................................134

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Before Use
Basic Guide
Advanced Guide
1Camera Basics
2Auto Mode /
Hybrid Auto Mode
3Other Shooting Modes
4P Mode
6Playback Mode
7Wi-Fi Functions
8Setting Menu
9Accessories
10
Appendix
Index
5Tv, Av, and M Mode
Choosing a Selection Method .............................................159
Adding Images Individually..................................................159
Adding All Images to a Photobook ......................................160
Removing All Images from a Photobook .............................160
10 Appendix .................................................................. 161
Troubleshooting.................................................................... 161
On-Screen Messages........................................................... 165
On-Screen Information......................................................... 167
Shooting (Information Display) ................................................167
Battery Level .......................................................................167
Playback (Detailed Information Display)..................................168
Summary of Movie Control Panel........................................168
Functions and Menu Tables ................................................. 169
Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode ...........................169
FUNC. Menu............................................................................170
Shooting Tab............................................................................172
Set Up Tab...............................................................................176
Playback Tab ...........................................................................176
Print Tab ..................................................................................177
Playback Mode FUNC. Menu ..................................................177
Handling Precautions ........................................................... 177
Specications ....................................................................... 178
Camera....................................................................................178
Number of Shots/Recording Time, Playback Time..............179
Shooting Range...................................................................179
Number of Shots per Memory Card ....................................180
Recording Time per Memory Card ......................................180
Battery Pack NB-6LH ..........................................................181
Battery Charger CB-2LY/CB-2LYE ......................................181
Lens Hood LH-DC60 (Sold Separately) ..............................181
Index..................................................................................... 182
Flash Unit ................................................................................147
Other Accessories ...................................................................147
Printer ......................................................................................147
Photo Storage..........................................................................147
Using Optional Accessories.................................................. 148
Playback on a TV ....................................................................148
Playback on a High-Denition TV........................................148
Playback on a Standard-Denition TV.................................149
Using a Lens Hood (Sold Separately) .....................................150
Using Lens Filters (Sold Separately) .......................................150
Using the Software............................................................... 151
Computer Connections via a Cable.........................................152
Checking Your Computer Environment ...............................152
Installing the Software .........................................................152
Saving Images to a Computer .................................................152
Printing Images .................................................................... 154
Easy Print ................................................................................154
Conguring Print Settings........................................................155
Cropping Images before Printing.........................................155
Choosing Paper Size and Layout before Printing ...............156
Available Layout Options.....................................................156
Printing ID Photos ...............................................................156
Printing Movie Scenes.............................................................157
Movie Printing Options ........................................................157
Adding Images to the Print List (DPOF) ..................................157
Conguring Print Settings....................................................157
Setting Up Printing for Individual Images ............................158
Setting Up Printing for a Range of Images..........................158
Setting Up Printing for All Images........................................158
Clearing All Images from the Print List ................................159
Printing Images Added to the Print List (DPOF)..................159
Adding Images to a Photobook ...............................................159

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Before Use
Basic Guide
Advanced Guide
1Camera Basics
2Auto Mode /
Hybrid Auto Mode
3Other Shooting Modes
4P Mode
6Playback Mode
7Wi-Fi Functions
8Setting Menu
9Accessories
10
Appendix
Index
5Tv, Av, and M Mode
Wi-Fi (Wireless LAN) Precautions........................................ 184
Radio Wave Interference Precautions .....................................184
Security Precautions................................................................184
Trademarks and Licensing ..................................................185
Disclaimer............................................................................186

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Before Use
Basic Guide
Advanced Guide
1Camera Basics
2Auto Mode /
Hybrid Auto Mode
3Other Shooting Modes
4P Mode
6Playback Mode
7Wi-Fi Functions
8Setting Menu
9Accessories
10
Appendix
Index
5Tv, Av, and M Mode
Common Camera Operations
Shoot
●Use camera-determined settings (Auto Mode, Hybrid Auto Mode)
- =
32, = 34
●See several effects applied to each shot and movie, using camera-
determined settings (Creative Shot Mode)
- =
57
Shooting people well
Portraits
(= 59)
Matching specic scenes
Sports
(= 58)
Night Scenes
(= 59)
Low Light
(= 59)
Fireworks
(= 59)
Applying special effects
Vivid Colors
(= 60)
Poster Effect
(= 60)
Fish-Eye Effect
(= 60)
Miniature Effect
(= 60)
Toy Camera Effect
(= 61)
Soft Focus
(= 62)
Monochrome
(= 62)
●While adjusting image settings (Live View Control)
- =
56
●Focus on faces
- =
32, = 59, = 75
●Without using the ash (Flash Off)
- =
32, = 79
●Include yourself in the shot (Self-Timer)
- =
43, = 64
●Movie clips and photos together (Movie Digest)
- =
34

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Before Use
Basic Guide
Advanced Guide
1Camera Basics
2Auto Mode /
Hybrid Auto Mode
3Other Shooting Modes
4P Mode
6Playback Mode
7Wi-Fi Functions
8Setting Menu
9Accessories
10
Appendix
Index
5Tv, Av, and M Mode
Save
●Save images to a computer via a cable
- =
152
Use Wi-Fi Functions
●Send images to a smartphone
- =
112
●Share images online
- =
123
●Send images to a computer
- =
118
View
●View images (Playback Mode)
- =
84
●Automatic playback (Slideshow)
- =
92
●On a TV
- =
148
●On a computer
- =
152
●Browse through images quickly
- =
88
●Erase images
- =
96
●Create an album automatically
- =
106
Shoot/View Movies
●Shoot movies
- =
32, = 65
●View movies (Playback Mode)
- =
84
Print
●Print pictures
- =
154

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Basic Guide
Advanced Guide
1Camera Basics
2Auto Mode /
Hybrid Auto Mode
3Other Shooting Modes
4P Mode
6Playback Mode
7Wi-Fi Functions
8Setting Menu
9Accessories
10
Appendix
Index
5Tv, Av, and M Mode
●Avoid contact with liquid, and do not allow liquid or foreign objects
inside.
This could result in electrical shock or re.
If the product gets wet, or if liquid or foreign objects get inside, remove the
battery pack/batteries or unplug immediately.
●Do not look through the viewnder or the lens (if your model has a
viewnder or interchangeable lens) at intense light sources such as
the sun on a clear day or an intense articial light source.
This could damage your eyesight.
●For cameras with an interchangeable lens, do not leave the camera or
the lens in sunlight without the lens cap on.
This may cause re.
●Do not touch the product during thunderstorms if it is plugged in.
This could result in electrical shock or re. Immediately stop using the
product and distance yourself from it.
●Use only the recommended battery pack/batteries.
●Do not place the battery pack/batteries near or in direct ame.
This may cause the battery pack/batteries to explode or leak, resulting in
electrical shock, re, or injuries. If leaking battery electrolyte comes into
contact with eyes, mouth, skin, or clothing, immediately ush with water.
●If the product uses a battery charger, note the following precautions.
- Remove the plug 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.
- Do not insert or remove the plug with wet hands.
- Do not use the equipment in a manner that exceeds the rated
capacity of the electrical outlet or wiring accessories. Do not use if
the plug is damaged or not fully inserted in the outlet.
- Do not allow dust or metal objects (such as pins or keys) to contact
the terminals or plug.
- Do not cut, damage, alter, or place heavy items on the power cord, if
your product uses one.
This could result in electrical shock or re.
Safety Precautions
●Before using the product, ensure that you read the safety precautions
described below. Always ensure that the product is used correctly.
●The safety precautions noted here are intended to prevent you and
other persons from being injured or incurring property damage.
●Be sure to also check the guides included with any separately sold
accessories you use.
Warning
Denotes the possibility of serious injury or death.
●Do not trigger the ash in close proximity to people’s eyes.
Exposure to the intense light produced by the ash could damage
eyesight. In particular, remain at least 1 meter (3.3 feet) away from infants
when using the ash.
●Store this equipment out of the reach of children and infants.
A strap wound around a child’s neck may result in asphyxiation.
If your product uses a power cord, mistakenly winding the cord around a
child’s neck may result in asphyxiation.
●Use only recommended power sources.
●Do not disassemble, alter, or apply heat to the product.
●Do not peel off the adhesive covering, if the battery pack has it.
●Avoid dropping or subjecting the product to severe impacts.
●Do not touch the interior of the product if it is broken, such as when
dropped.
●Stop using the product immediately if it emits smoke or a strange
smell, or otherwise behaves abnormally.
●Do not use organic solvents such as alcohol, benzine, or thinner to
clean the product.

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Basic Guide
Advanced Guide
1Camera Basics
2Auto Mode /
Hybrid Auto Mode
3Other Shooting Modes
4P Mode
6Playback Mode
7Wi-Fi Functions
8Setting Menu
9Accessories
10
Appendix
Index
5Tv, Av, and M Mode
●When using optional lenses, lens lters, or lter adapters (if applicable),
be sure to attach these accessories rmly.
If the lens accessory becomes loose and falls off, it may crack, and the
shards of glass may lead to cuts.
●On products that raise and lower the ash automatically, make sure to
avoid pinching your ngers with the lowering ash.
This could result in injury.
Caution
Denotes the possibility of property damage.
●Do not aim the camera at intense light sources, such as the sun on a
clear day or an intense articial light source.
Doing so may damage the image sensor or other internal components.
●When using the camera on a sandy beach or at a windy location, be
careful not to allow dust or sand to enter the camera.
●On products that raise and lower the ash automatically, do not push
the ash down or pry it open.
This may cause the product to malfunction.
●Wipe off any dust, grime, or other foreign matter on the ash with a
cotton swab or cloth.
The heat emitted from the ash may cause foreign matter to smoke or the
product to malfunction.
●Remove and store the battery pack/batteries when you are not using
the product.
Any battery leakage that occurs may cause product damage.
●Before you discard the battery pack/batteries, cover the terminals with
tape or other insulators.
Contacting other metal materials may lead to re or explosions.
●Unplug any battery charger used with the product when not in use. Do
not cover with a cloth or other objects when in use.
Leaving the unit plugged in for a long period of time may cause it to
overheat and distort, resulting in re.
●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 product in places where use of electronic devices
is restricted, such as inside airplanes and medical facilities.
●Do not allow the camera to maintain contact with skin for extended
periods.
Even if the camera does not feel hot, this may cause low-temperature
burns, manifested in redness of the skin or blistering. Use a tripod in hot
places, or if you have poor circulation or insensitive skin.
Caution
Denotes the possibility of injury.
●When carrying the product 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 give strong impact on the screen.
If the screen cracks, injury may result from the broken fragments.
●When using the ash, be careful not to cover it with your ngers or
clothing.
This could result in burns or damage to the ash.
●Avoid using, placing, or storing the product in the following places:
- Places subject to direct sunlight
- Places subject to temperatures above 40 °C (104 °F)
- Humid or dusty places
These could cause leakage, overheating, or an explosion of the battery
pack/batteries, resulting in electrical shock, re, burns, or other injuries.
Overheating and damage may result in electrical shock, re, burns, or
other injuries.
●The slideshow transition effects may cause discomfort when viewed
for prolonged periods.

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Basic Guide
Advanced Guide
1Camera Basics
2Auto Mode /
Hybrid Auto Mode
3Other Shooting Modes
4P Mode
6Playback Mode
7Wi-Fi Functions
8Setting Menu
9Accessories
10
Appendix
Index
5Tv, Av, and M Mode
●Do not leave any dedicated battery packs near pets.
Pets biting the battery pack could cause leakage, overheating, or
explosion, resulting in product damage or re.
●If your product uses multiple batteries, do not use batteries that have
different levels of charge together, and do not use old and new batteries
together. Do not insert the batteries with the + and – terminals reversed.
This may cause the product to malfunction.
●Do not sit down with the camera in your pant pocket.
Doing so may cause damage to the screen.
●When putting the camera in your bag, ensure that hard objects do not
come into contact with the screen. Also close the screen (so that it
faces the body), if your product’s screen closes.
●Do not attach any hard objects to the product.
Doing so may cause damage to the screen.

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Basic Guide
Advanced Guide
1Camera Basics
2Auto Mode /
Hybrid Auto Mode
3Other Shooting Modes
4P Mode
6Playback Mode
7Wi-Fi Functions
8Setting Menu
9Accessories
10
Appendix
Index
5Tv, Av, and M Mode
Initial Preparations
Prepare for shooting as follows.
Attaching Accessories
1 Attach the strap.
●Attach the included strap to the camera
as shown.
●On the other side of the camera, attach
the strap the same way.
2 Attach the lens cap.
●Remove the lens cap from the lens and
attach the lens cap cord to the strap.
●Always remove the lens cap before
turning the camera on. Try clipping the
lens cap to the neck strap when the cap
is not in use.
●Keep the lens cap on the lens when the
camera is not in use.
(2)
(1)
(5)
(4)
(3)
(1)
(2) (1)
Basic Operations
Basic information and instructions, from initial preparations to shooting
and playback
Basic Guide

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Basic Guide
Advanced Guide
1Camera Basics
2Auto Mode /
Hybrid Auto Mode
3Other Shooting Modes
4P Mode
6Playback Mode
7Wi-Fi Functions
8Setting Menu
9Accessories
10
Appendix
Index
5Tv, Av, and M Mode
3 Remove the battery pack.
●After unplugging the battery charger,
remove the battery pack by pushing it in
(1) and up (2).
●To protect the battery pack 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.
●For details on charging time and the number of shots and
recording time possible with a fully charged battery pack, see
“Number of Shots/Recording Time, Playback Time” (=
179).
●Charged battery packs gradually lose their charge, even when
they are not used. Charge the battery pack on (or immediately
before) the day of use.
●The charger can be used in areas with 100 – 240 V AC power
(50/60 Hz). For power outlets in a different format, use a
commercially available adapter for the plug. Never use an
electrical transformer designed for traveling, which may damage
the battery pack.
(2)
(1)
Holding the Camera
●Place the strap around your neck.
●When shooting, keep your arms close to
your body and hold the camera securely
to prevent it from moving. If you have
raised the ash, do not rest your ngers
on it.
Charging the Battery Pack
Before use, charge the battery pack with the included charger. Be sure to
charge the battery pack initially, because the camera is not sold with the
battery pack charged.
1 Insert the battery pack.
●After aligning the marks on the battery
pack and charger, insert the battery pack
by pushing it in (1) and down (2).
2 Charge the battery pack.
●CB-2LY: Flip out the plug (1) and plug the
charger into a power outlet (2).
●CB-2LYE: Plug the power cord into the
charger, then plug the other end into a
power outlet.
●The charging lamp turns orange, and
charging begins.
●When charging is nished, the lamp turns
green.
(1)
(2)
CB-2LY
(1)
(2)
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Basic Guide
Advanced Guide
1Camera Basics
2Auto Mode /
Hybrid Auto Mode
3Other Shooting Modes
4P Mode
6Playback Mode
7Wi-Fi Functions
8Setting Menu
9Accessories
10
Appendix
Index
5Tv, Av, and M Mode
●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.
4 Close the cover.
●Lower the cover (1) and hold it down as
you slide it, until it clicks into the closed
position (2).
●For guidelines on how many shots or hours of recording can be
saved on one memory card, see “Number of Shots per Memory
Card” (=
180).
Removing the Battery Pack and Memory Card
Remove the battery pack.
●Open the cover and press the battery
lock in the direction of the arrow.
●The battery pack will pop up.
Remove the memory card.
●Push the memory card in until it clicks,
and then slowly release it.
●The memory card will pop up.
(2)
(1)
Inserting the Battery Pack and Your Memory Card
(Commercially Available)
Insert the included battery pack and a memory card (commercially available).
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
(= 141).
1 Open the cover.
●Slide the cover (1) and open it (2).
2 Insert the battery pack.
●Holding the battery pack with the terminals
(1) facing as shown, press the battery lock
(2) in the direction of the arrow and insert
the battery pack until the lock clicks shut.
●If you insert the battery pack facing the
wrong way, it cannot be locked into the
correct position. Always conrm that the
battery pack is facing the right way and
locks when inserted.
3 Check the card’s write-protect tab
and insert the memory card.
●Recording is not possible on memory
cards with a write-protect tab when the
tab is in the locked position. Slide the tab
to the unlocked position.
●Insert the memory card with the label (1)
facing as shown until it clicks into place.
(1)
(2)
(1) (2)
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Basic Guide
Advanced Guide
1Camera Basics
2Auto Mode /
Hybrid Auto Mode
3Other Shooting Modes
4P Mode
6Playback Mode
7Wi-Fi Functions
8Setting Menu
9Accessories
10
Appendix
Index
5Tv, Av, and M Mode
4 Finish the setup process.
●Press the [ ] button when nished.
After a conrmation message, the setting
screen is no longer displayed.
●To turn off the camera, press the power
button.
●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 daylight saving time (1 hour ahead), choose [ ] in step 2
and then choose [ ] by pressing the [ ][ ] buttons.
Changing the Date and Time
Adjust the date and time as follows.
1 Access the menu screen.
●Press the [ ] button.
2 Choose [Date/Time].
●Move the zoom lever to choose the [ ]
tab.
●Press the [ ][ ] buttons to choose
[Date/Time], and then press the [ ]
button.
3 Change the date and time.
●Follow step 2 in “Setting the Date and
Time” (= 20) to adjust the settings.
●Press the [ ] button to close the
menu screen.
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.
1 Turn the camera on.
●Press the power button.
●The [Date/Time] screen is displayed.
2 Set the date and time.
●Press the [ ][ ] buttons to choose an
option.
●Press the [ ][ ] buttons to specify the
date and time.
●When nished, press the [ ] button.
3 Specify your home time zone.
●Press the [ ][ ] buttons to choose your
home time zone.