Canon G3- Manual

(iii) About the Thumb Index A quick introduction intended for new users who want toshoot first and learn more later. Tells you how to get thecamera running and how to begin shooting and playingback images. Introduces you to all of the camera components, and explainshow to load batteries and use the ...

1 Read This First ............................................................................. 4Quick Start .................................................................................. 8Components Guide ................................................................... 10 Front View ...........

4 Please Read Test Shots Before you try to photograph important subjects, we highly recommend that youshoot several trial images to confirm that the camera is operating and beingoperated correctly. Please note that Canon, its subsidiaries and affiliates, and itsdistributors are not liable for any co...

7 Cautions • Avoid using, placing or storing the equipment in places subject to strong sunlight or high temperatures, such as the dashboard or trunk (boot) of a car. Exposure to intensesunlight and heat may cause the batteries to leak, overheat or explode, resulting in fire,burns or other injuries. ...

9 Quick Start 6 Turn the mode dial to (p. 51). 7 Focus (p. 39). Aim the camera and lightly press the shutterbutton halfway. Two beeps will sound when theautofocus is set. 8 Shoot (p. 39). Press the shutter button all the way. You will hearthe sound of the shutter close when the shot iscomplete. 9 Vi...

10 * To connect the camera to a computer or printer, use one of the following cables. • Computer: USB Interface Cable IFC-300PCU (supplied with this camera)• Direct Print Compatible Printer (optional): Direct Interface Cable DIF-100 (supplied with Direct Print compatible printers) • Bubble Jet Print...

11 Preparing the Camera, Basic Functions Back / Bottom View Viewfinder (p. 38) Strap Mount(p. 27) Battery Cover (p. 19) CF Card Slot Cover(p. 22) Tripod Socket LCD Monitor (p. 32) ● Upper Indicator The indicators light or blink when the shutter button is pressed or thefollowing operations are underw...

12 Controls (Menu) Button (p. 43) (Display) Button (p. 33) (AE Lock/FE Lock) / (Erase) Button (p. 97, 99, 129) Omni Selector( C / [Exposure], D / WB [White Balance], B , A ) (p.85, 86) (Set)/ (AF Frame Selector) Button (p. 82) (Function) Button (p. 42) Button (p. 29) Mode Lever (p. 28) Power/Mode In...

13 Preparing the Camera, Basic Functions Mode Dial Use the mode dial to switch between the shooting modes. • : Auto (p. 51) The camera automatically selects settings. • Image Zone The camera automatically selects settings according tothe image composition type. : Portrait (p. 63): Landscape (p. 63):...

14 Main Dial The main dial is used for selecting certain menus and for displaying images. Youcan easily and swiftly select, confirm and switch menus. Turning the Main Dial ● In Shooting Mode • Selects Aperture value and shutter speed (p. 77, 79) • Selects menu settings by pressing the FUNC. button (...

15 Preparing the Camera, Basic Functions Display Panel The display panel shows the camera settings, the remaining image capacity, movieshooting time, battery charge and other information. ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ • The diagram above shows all the icons appearing at once. Normally,...

16 Charging the Battery Pack Use the following procedures to charge the battery pack the first time andsubsequently when the “Change the battery pack” message displays on the LCDmonitor or the low battery icon ( ) and Lb ( ) message flash on the Display Panel. 1 Turn off the power (p. 29). • Make su...

17 Preparing the Camera, Basic Functions 5 Connect the DC plug of the compactpower adapter to the camera’s DC INterminal. • The indicator beside the viewfinder will blink orange while the battery pack is charging andchange to steady orange when it isapproximately 90% charged, which isadequate for us...

18 B D Fig.A Fig.B Charging the Battery Pack (continued) • Do not allow any metal objects such as keyrings to touch the “+” and “-” terminals (Fig. A), as this can damage the battery pack. To carry the battery pack,or store it during periods of disuse, always replace the terminal cover (Fig. B) orpl...

19 Preparing the Camera, Basic Functions Installing the Battery Pack Install Battery Pack BP-511 (supplied) into the camera as follows. Use the CompactPower Adapter CA-560 to power the camera for extended periods (p. 21). 1 Turn off the camera (p. 29). • Check that the power/mode indicator is not li...

20 Battery Status Symbols The following icons indicate the battery status on the display panel. These icons willnot appear while the camera is powered with a compact power adapter. : Sufficient battery charge : Low battery : Replace or recharge battery Installing the Battery Pack (continued) ○ ○ ○ ○...

21 Preparing the Camera, Basic Functions Using Compact Power Adapter You should use the Compact Power Adapter CA-560 for long periods ofcontinuous use or for connecting to a computer or printer. 1 Attach the power cord to the compactpower adapter and plug it into a poweroutlet. 2 Open the terminal c...

22 Installing a CF Card 1 Turn off the camera (p. 29). • Check that the power/mode indicator is not lit. 2 Slide the CF card slot cover in thedirection of the arrow and lift it open. 3 Insert the CF card with the label facingup. • Push the card in until the CF card eject button fully extends. • To r...

23 Preparing the Camera, Basic Functions CF Card Handling Precautions • CF cards are high-precision electronic devices. Do not bend, force, or subjectthem to shocks or vibration. • Do not attempt to disassemble or alter a CF card. • Moving a CF card rapidly between temperature extremes may cause con...

24 Setting the Date / Time The Set Date/Time menu will appear the first time the camera power is tur ned onor whenever the date lithium battery charge is low. Start from Step 5 to set thedate and time. 1 Turn on the camera (p. 28). 2 Press the button. • The [ (Rec.)] or [ (Replay)] menu appears. 3 P...

26 Setting the Language 1 Turn on the camera (p. 28). 2 Press the button. • The (Rec.) or (Replay) menu appears. 3 Press the A arrow on the omni selector to select the [ (Set up)] menu. • Pressing the button also switches between menus. 4 Press the C or D arrow on the omni selector to select [Langua...

27 Preparing the Camera, Basic Functions Attaching the Strap Pass the tip of the strap up through the strapmount on the camera and then through thebottom of the buckle on the strap. Pull the straptight in the buckle so that it won’t slip. Performthe same steps on the other side of the camera. ○ ○ ○ ...

28 Basic Functions Power/Mode Indicator Release button Release button Turning the Power On / Off The power/mode indicator remains lit while the power of the camera is on. Thepower/mode indicator indicates the state of the camera as follows. Orange: Shooting modeGreen: Replaying mode/Printer connecti...

29 Preparing the Camera, Basic Functions ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ • will appear in the display panel and a war ning beep will sound if you turn on the camera with the lens cap on. If this occurs, remove the lens cap and turnthe camera off and back on. • Be careful not to touch the...

31 Preparing the Camera, Basic Functions Switching between Shooting and Replaying You can quickly switch between Shooting mode and Replaying mode. This isconvenient when you wish to shoot again after checking or deleting an imageimmediately after it is shot. 2 Shooting Mode 1 Open the LCD monitor an...

32 Using the LCD Monitor The LCD monitor can be used to confirm an image during shooting, to replayrecorded images or to adjust menu settings. It can be opened to the followingrange of positions. • Opened from left to right 180 degrees. It locks temporarily at 90 degrees. • Tilted forward 180 degree...

33 Preparing the Camera, Basic Functions The LCD monitor can also be positioned as below. 1 Open the LCD monitor left 180 degreesand tilt it 180 degrees toward the lens. • In this position, icons and messages do not appear on the LCD monitor. • The image shown on the LCD monitor is automatically fli...

3 4 Using the LCD Monitor (continued) ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ • You can also set the LCD monitor display settings in the shooting mode while an image is being reviewed right after being taken by first pressing the button and then the button. • The display mode is memorized when t...

35 Preparing the Camera, Basic Functions Information Displayed on the LCD Monitor The LCD monitor displays information in Shooting or Replaying mode, such as thecamera settings, remaining image capacity and shooting date / time. 2 Shooting Mode The following displays in information view. • The icons...

36 Using the LCD Monitor (continued) 2 Replaying Mode In simple display mode, the following informationappears. In detailed display mode, the followinginformation also appears. • In addition to the above, the shutter speed, aper ture setting, movie length, histogram and overexposure warning appear. ...

37 Preparing the Camera, Basic Functions About the Histogram The histogram is a graph that allows you to judge the brightness of the recordedimage. The greater the bias toward the left in the graph, the darker the image. Thegreater the bias toward to the right, the brighter the image. If the image i...

38 Using the Optical Viewfinder to Shoot Setting the LCD monitor to Off (p. 33) and using the optical viewfinder can helpconserve power while shooting. • You can adjust the viewfinder with the diopter adjustment dial to adapt to your vision so that the subject appears in crisp focus. Adjustments of ...

39 Preparing the Camera, Basic Functions AF Frame Indicators Pressing the Shutter Button The shutter button features a two-stage action. ● Pressing Halfway Pressing halfway automatically sets the exposure,focus and white balance.• The indicators light or blink as follows.Upper indicator • Green: Met...

41 Preparing the Camera, Basic Functions Using the Zoom (Focal Length) The zoom can be adjusted from 35 to 140 mm (equivalent to 35 mm film format). Telephoto / Wide Angle • Press the zoom lever toward to zoom in (telephoto). • Press the zoom lever toward to zoom out (wide angle). Digital Zoom • An ...

42 Selecting Menus and Settings Menus are used to adjust shooting, replaying, date / time and beep sound settings.Menus can be displayed by either pressing the button or the button. Watch the LCD monitor while performing the following procedures. Selecting Settings by Pressing the Button (Only in Sh...

44 Selecting Menus and Settings (continued) Menu Settings and Factory Defaults This chart shows the options for each menu and the default settings. Menu Items Selectable with the Button Menu Items Selectable with the Button Menu Item Available Settings Reference Page ISO Speed AUTO / 50 / 100 / 200 ...

46 Customizing the Camera (My Camera Settings) My Camera allows you to customize the start-up image and start-up, shutter,operation and self-timer sounds. Each menu item has three choices. e.g. Start-up image [ 1 ] [ ] [ ] As default settings, My Camera setting [ ] has a science fiction theme and My...

47 Preparing the Camera, Basic Functions 5 Select setting content using the B or A arrow on the omni selector. 6 Press the button. • Pressing the button closes the menu and makes the settings take effect. • In Shooting mode, the menu can be closed by pressing the shutter button halfway. (In Replayin...

48 Registering the My Camera Settings You can easily add images and newly recorded sounds saved on the CF card as MyCamera settings to the camera’s [ ] and [ ] menu items. You can also use the supplied software to upload your computer’s images and sounds to the camera.The following menu items can be...

50 ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ • Movie and RAW image sounds recorded with the Sound Annotation function (p. 122) cannot be registered. • When you register new My Camera settings, the previously registered settings are erased. File Format of My Camera Settings My Camera settings shoul...

51 Shooting - Letting the Camera Select Settings Auto Mode In this mode, all you have to do is press the shutter button and let the camera doeverything else. 1 Check that the camera is in Shooting mode (p. 28). 2 Turn the mode dial to . 3 Aim the camera at the subject. 4 Use the zoom lever to achiev...

53 Shooting - Letting the Camera Select Settings Reviewing an Image Right after Shooting Reviewing the Image After a photo is taken, the image displays on the LCD monitor for two seconds(See p. 54 to change the display time). There are two ways to display the image forlonger period. 2 Keeping the Sh...

54 ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ • The above operations cannot be performed if the image was shot with the digital zoom or when is already selected as the recording format. Changing the Image Display Duration The length of time images are displayed after a photo has been taken can bech...

55 Shooting - Letting the Camera Select Settings Changing the Resolution and Compression You can change the resolution and compression (excluding movies) settings to suitthe purpose of the image you are about to shoot. To record the CCD outputwithout compression, select the RAW file format (p. 58). ...

56 Changing the Resolution and Compression (continued) Resolution (Excluding ) Number of recordable images (Only displayed when the resolution, compression or file format is selected) Compression 4 Select the resolution you wish to setusing the main dial or the B or A arrow on the omni selector. 5 P...

58 Changing the File Format The recording file format can be switched to the RAW format before shooting theimage.With the standard JPEG file format, the camera processes images after capturingthem to produce optimal results. The JPEG format compresses images so that morecan be stored on a single CF ...

59 Shooting - Letting the Camera Select Settings 5 Select RAW (LCD monitor) or (r) (Display panel) using the main dial or the B or A arrow on the omni selector. • You can shoot the image right after selecting settings by pressing the shutter button. The previous screen will appear again, once the im...

60 Using the Flash Use the flash according to the guidelines below. * No icon appears in the display panel. • For information on the external flash, see page 177. 1 Press the button to switch betweenflash modes. • The selected flash mode appears on the display panel. It also appears on the LCD monit...

61 Shooting - Letting the Camera Select Settings Setting the Red-eye Reduction Function The red-eye reduction lamp fires when the flash is used in dark areas. This preventslight from reflecting back from the eyes and making them appear red. 1 In the [ (Rec)] menu, set [Red-eye] to [On]. ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ...

63 Shooting - Letting the Camera Select Settings Portrait Mode Use this mode when you want the subject to appearsharp and the background to blur. 1 Turn the mode dial to . • Shooting procedures are the same as for the Mode (p. 51). ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ • Functions Available in...

64 Night Scene Mode Use this mode to capture human subjects against the backdrop of an evening sky ornight scene. The people are illuminated with light from the flash while the backdropis captured at a slow shutter speed so that both appear correctly exposed. 1 Turn the mode dial to . • Shooting pro...

65 Shooting - Letting the Camera Select Settings Stitch Assist Mode Use this mode to shoot a series of overlapping frames for merging (stitching) into alarge panoramic image using a computer. ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ • Please use the bundled PhotoStitch program to merge the images...

66 Stitch Assist Mode (continued) Shooting Images can be shot in the following 5 sequences in Stitch Assist mode. Horizontally, left to right Horizontally, right to left Vertically, bottom to top Vertically, top to bottom Clockwise starting at the top left 1 Open the LCD monitor and turn the mode di...

67 Shooting - Letting the Camera Select Settings 4 Compose and shoot the second image sothat it overlaps the first. • Minor discrepancies in the overlap can be corrected with the software. • An image can be retaken. Press the B or A arrow on the omni selector to return to that frame. 5 Use the same ...

68 Movie Mode Use this mode to shoot movie frames. The resolution can be set to either [ (320X 240 (default setting))] or [ (160 X 120)] (p. 55). 1 Open the LCD monitor and turn the mode dialto . • The LCD monitor turns on and displays the maximum recording time (in seconds). 2 Press the shutter but...

69 Shooting - Letting the Camera Select Settings ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ • In macro mode, the correct image brightness sometimes cannot be obtained with flash photography. Please set the ND filter to [On] and use the separately soldMacro Ring Lite MR-14EX or the Macro Twin Lite M...

71 Shooting - Letting the Camera Select Settings Setting the Number of Seconds until Shooting You can set the number of seconds from the time the shutter button is pressed tothe time the image is shot to 10 seconds or 2 seconds. 1 Select [Self-timer] from the [ (Rec.)]menu. • See Selecting Menus and...

73 Shooting - Letting the Camera Select Settings Standard Continuous Shooting High Speed Continuous Shooting Continuous Shooting Use this mode to shoot successive frames while the shutter button is fully pressed. Use this mode to view the images as you shoot continuously. The shutter interval is lon...

75 Shooting - Selecting Par ticular Ef fects Shooting - Selecting Particular Effects Camera settings such as shutter speed and aperture can be freely changed forshooting. Program AE Use the program AE mode to have the camera automatically set the shutter speedand aperture value to match the brightne...

76 ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ • Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 204) • If a correct exposure cannot be obtained, the shutter speed and aperture value show in red on the LCD monitor. Use the following methods to obtain the correctexposure and make them show in white. - ...

77 Shooting - Selecting Par ticular Ef fects Setting the Shutter Speed When you set the shutter speed in the shutter speed-priority AE mode, the cameraautomatically selects an aperture value to match the brightness. Faster shutterspeeds allow you to catch an instantaneous image of a moving subject w...

78 Setting the Shutter Speed (continued) ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ • Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 204) • Please note that camera shake becomes a factor at low shutter speeds. If the camera shake warning appears in the center of the LCD monitor, secure thecamera to ...

79 Shooting - Selecting Par ticular Ef fects Setting the Aperture When you set the aperture in the aperture-priority AE mode, the cameraautomatically selects a shutter speed to match the brightness. Selecting a loweraperture value (opening the aperture) allows you to fade the background andcreate a ...

80 ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ • If the shutter speed shows in red in the LCD monitor, the image is under exposed (insufficient light) or overexposed (too much light). Adjust the aperture value usingthe main dial until the shutter speed display tur ns to white. • Depending on the zoo...

81 Shooting - Selecting Par ticular Ef fects Manually Setting the Shutter Speed and Aperture You can manually set the shutter speed and aperture to achieve a particular effect.This is convenient for shooting fireworks and other images where it is difficult toset the correct exposure automatically. 1...

82 ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ • Some settings are not available with certain Shooting modes. Please refer to Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode (p. 204). • The AF frame will move back to its original position (Center) if you hold down the button. • The AF frame can also be mo...

83 Shooting - Selecting Par ticular Ef fects Switching between Light Metering Modes Evaluative Metering is the default light metering mode. This can be switched toanother metering mode. Appropriate for standard shooting conditions, including backlit scenes. The camera divides images into several zon...

84 3 In the [ (Rec.)] menu, select [Spot AEPoint]. • See Selecting Menus and Settings (p. 42). 4 Select the [Center] or [AF Point] option,then press the button. • When [Spot AE Point] is set to [Center], the spot AE point frame appears at the center of the LCDmonitor, and when [Spot AE Point] is set...

85 Shooting - Selecting Par ticular Ef fects Adjusting the Exposure Adjust the exposure compensation setting to avoid making the subject too darkwhen it is backlit or shot against a bright background. 1 Press ( C on the omni selector). • The exposure compensation bar will appear in the display panel...

86 Setting the White Balance When the white balance mode is set to match the light source, the camerareproduces colors more accurately. 1 Press ( D on the omni selector). • The current white balance mode will appear in the display panel. The white balance settings menu will appear in the LCD monitor...

87 Shooting - Selecting Par ticular Ef fects Setting a Custom White Balance You can set a custom white balance to obtain the optimal setting for the shootingconditions by having the camera evaluate a subject such as a white piece of paperor cloth, or a photo-quality gray card. You can set two differ...

89 Shooting - Selecting Par ticular Ef fects Changing the Photo Effect You can shoot with different photo effects. 1 Press the button to turn the LCD monitor on. • Photo Effect settings can be changed even if the LCD monitor is off. However, the Custom Effect settings cannot be changed. 2 Press the ...

90 When is selected • A screen allowing you to set the contrast, sharpness and color saturation appears when you press the button. In this screen, select the item you wish to set using the CD arrows on the omni selector and set it using the BA arrows on the omni selector. Contrast • Select from - (W...

92 Changing the ISO Speed Change the ISO speed when shooting in dark places or when you want to shootwith a faster shutter speed. You can choose from the following speeds: Auto, 50,100, 200 and 400. 1 Press the button to turn the LCD monitor on. 2 Press the button. 3 Select * (LCD monitor) or * (Dis...

93 Shooting - Selecting Par ticular Ef fects Auto Exposure Bracketing (AEB Mode) In this mode, the camera automatically changes the exposure within a set range to takethree shots after you press the shutter button once. You can adjust AEB settings in 1/3EVsteps within the range of -2EV to +2EV of th...

95 Shooting - Selecting Par ticular Ef fects Focus Bracketing (Focus-BKT Mode) You can shoot three images while the focus changes automatically when shootingwith the manual focus (p. 106). Three ranges -small, medium or large- can beselected. Images are shot with the focus position changing in the f...

96 5 Select a range using the main dial or the B or A arrow on the omni selector. • The range expands when you press A and contracts when you press B . • The camera returns to the Step 4 screen if you press the button. • You can shoot the image right after selecting settings by pressing the shutter ...

97 Shooting - Selecting Par ticular Ef fects AE Lock Icon Locking the Exposure Setting (AE Lock) You can set the exposure and focus separately. This is effective when the contrast istoo strong between the subject and background or when a subject is backlit. 1 Press the button to turn on the LCD moni...

99 Shooting - Selecting Par ticular Ef fects Locking the Flash Exposure Setting (FE Lock) You can obtain the correct exposure regardless of the location of your subject inthe composition. 1 Press the button to turn on the LCD monitor. 2 Press the (Flash) button and set the flash to fire (p. 60). • I...

100 Switching between FlashAdjustment Settings The built-in flash and the externally mounted flash* fire with automatic flashadjustments (except in the mode), but it is possible to set them so that they firewithout any adjustments. *Speedlite 220EX/380EX/420EX/550EX, Macro Ring Lite MR-14EX, Macro T...

101 Shooting - Selecting Par ticular Ef fects 5 Press the button, the button or click the main dial. • To cancel the compensation, return the setting to using the main dial or the B or A arrow on the omni selector. 6 Shoot the image. Compensating the Flash Output. In mode or when [Flash Adjust] is s...

102 Image shot with the1st-curtain setting Image shot with the2nd-curtain setting. Switching the Timing at which the Flash Fires 1st-curtain The flash fires right after the shutter opens, regardless of the shutter speed. Usually, the 1st-curtain is used when shooting. 2nd-curtain The flash fires rig...

103 Shooting - Selecting Par ticular Ef fects Shooting Images at Set Intervals (Intervalometer) You can shoot images at a set interval. This function can be used for fixed-pointobservation of plants and blooming flowers. The shooting interval time can be setfrom 1 to 60 minutes and 2 to 100 images c...

104 ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ • Once the interval shooting session is started, all operation buttons become inactive. Turning the mode dial cancels the interval shooting session. • The lens stays extended until the next image is shot.• Images are not displayed on the LCD monitor ri...

105 Shooting - Selecting Par ticular Ef fects Shooting with Focus Lock Focus Lock Method 1 1 Aim the center of the optical viewfinder or, if an AF frame isselected, the AF frame to an object at a similar distance to thesubject you wish to shoot. 2 Press the shutter button halfway to lock the focus. ...

106 Shooting in Manual Focus Mode The focus can be manually set. 1 Press the button to turn on the LCD monitor. 2 Press the button. • The icon and the MF indicator will appear on the LCD monitor. 3 Turn the main dial to focus. • The AF frame area is magnified when [MF-Point Zoom] is set to [On] in t...

107 Shooting - Selecting Par ticular Ef fects 4 Shoot the image. • The indicator beside the viewfinder lights yellow when the shutter button is pressed halfway. Using the Manual Focus in Combination with the Auto Focus The camera automatically searches for a more suitable focusing point from thecurr...

108 Switching between Focus Settings You can switch between focus settings to shoot. 1 In the [ (Rec.)] menu, select [AF Mode]. • See Selecting Menus and Settings (p. 42). 2 Select [Continuous] or [Single] and press the button. 3 Shoot the image. The camera is continually focusing on whatever it is ...

109 Shooting - Selecting Par ticular Ef fects Saving Custom Settings You can save frequently used shooting modes and various shooting settings to the (custom) mode. This camera is equipped with two modes ([C1] and [C2]), allowingyou to save two types of custom settings. When necessary, you can then ...

110 Using the ND Filter The brightness can be decreased by setting the ND filter on. This allows you to selecta smaller aperture and a slower shutter speed than usual. 1 Press the button to turn on the LCD monitor. 2 Select [ND Filter] in the [ (Rec.)] menu. • See Selecting Menus and Settings (p. 42...

111 Shooting - Selecting Par ticular Ef fects Setting the Auto Rotate Function This camera is equipped with an Intelligent Orientation sensor that detects theorientation of an image shot with the camera on end and automatically rotates itto the correct viewing orientation in the display. You can set...

112 Resetting the File Numbers You can select the way file numbers are assigned. 1 In the [ (Set up)] menu, select [File No.Reset]. • See Selecting Menus and Settings (p. 42). 2 Select [On] or [Off] and press the button. ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ • Setting the [File No. Reset] to [...

113 Replaying, Erasing ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ • Press the button to show the data for the displayed image (p. 33). • Press the button to quickly delete the displayed image (p. 129). • You can change the display language on the LCD monitor if you press and hold the button then pr...

114 Magnifying Images Images can be magnified up to approximately 10 times. 1 Turn the mode lever to . 2 Turn the zoom lever toward the symbol. • Press the B , A , C or D arrows on the omni selector to move the magnified area around theimage. • Press the zoom lever toward while holding the button to...

115 Replaying, Erasing Viewing Nine Images at a Time(Index Replay) Up to nine images can be viewed at once in index replay. 1 Turn the mode lever to . 2 Press the button. • Nine images appear at once (index replay).• The same display appears even if you press the zoom lever once toward . 3 Change th...

116 Jumping Between Images The display can be advanced or set back 9 images in either single image replay orindex replay. 1 Press the button while in single replay (p. 113) or index replay (p. 115). • The jump bar appears. 2 The displayed image(s) change. Single Replay • Jump 9 images behind or ahea...

117 Replaying, Erasing Viewing Movies You can replay the images shot in mode. 1 Turn the mode lever to . • Movies cannot be viewed in index replay. 2 Select a movie by turning the main dialor by using the B or A arrow on the omni selector and press the button. • A movie displays with the instruction...

119 Replaying, Erasing Editing Movies You can delete unwanted portions from the first or second half of a movie clip. 1 Select the movie you wish to edit and press the button. • See Viewing Movies (p. 117). 2 Select (Edit) using the B or A arrow on the omni selector and press the button. • The movie...

120 6 Select (save) using the C or D arrow on the omni selector and press the button. • When is selected, the edited movie is not saved and the camera reverts to the movieediting panel. 7 Select [Overwrite] or [New File] using the B or A arrow on the omni selector. • [Overwrite] : Saves the edited m...

121 Replaying, Erasing Rotating Images in the Display Images can be rotated 90º and 270º clockwise on the LCD monitor. Original 90º 270º 1 Select [Rotate] from the [ (Replay)] menu. • See Selecting Menus and Settings (p. 42). 2 Select an image you want to rotate byturning the main dial or by using t...

122 Attaching Sound Annotations to Images In replay mode (including single replay, index replay, magnifying replay and the replayimmediately after shooting in Shooting mode) you can attach sound annotations (up to60 seconds) to an image. The sound data is saved in WAVE format. 1 Press the button whi...

124 Automated Playback (Slide Show) Slide show image settings are based on DPOF standards (p. 134). Starting a Slide Show All images or a selection of images on a CF card can be displayed one-by-one in anautomated slide show. 1 In the [ (Replay)] menu, select [Slide Show] and press the button. • See...

125 Replaying, Erasing ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ • Movie images play for the length of time that they were recorded regardless of the time set in the slide show settings. • The power-saving function is disabled while a slide show plays on the camera (p. 30). Selecting Images for Sl...

126 • After you press the button, you can select all the images by selecting [Mark all] using C or D on the omni selector and pressing the button again. (You can deselect all the images by selecting [Clear all].) • You can select images using the main dial or the B or A arrow on the omni selector an...

127 Replaying, Erasing 4 Select a setting using the B or A arrow on the omni selector. Play Time • Select a play time. Repeat • Select [On] or [Off]. 5 Press the button. • The set up menu closes. ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ • The display interval may vary somewhat for some images.• S...

128 Protecting Images You can protect important images from accidental erasure. 1 In the [ (Replay)] menu, select [Protect] and press the button. • See Selecting Menus and Settings (p. 42). 2 Select an image you want to protect byturning the main dial or by using the B or A arrow on the omni selecto...

129 Replaying, Erasing Erasing Images Individually ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ • Please note that erased images cannot be recovered. Exercise caution before erasing a file. 1 Set the camera to the replay mode (p. 29). 2 Select the image you wish to erase by turning the main dial orby...

130 Erasing All Images ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ • Please note that erased images cannot be recovered. Exercise caution before erasing a file. 1 In the [ (Replay)] menu, select [Erase all] and press the button. • See Selecting Menus and Settings (p. 42). 2 Press the B or A arrow on...

131 Replaying, Erasing ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ • If the camera does not work properly, the inserted CF card may be malfunctioning. Reformatting the CF card may solve the problem. • When a non-Canon brand CF card is malfunctioning, reformatting it may solve the problem. • CF cards...

132 Printing About Printing This camera supports direct printing. By connecting the camera to an optionalprinter or Bubble Jet printer (sold separately) that supports the direct print function,you can send the images from the CF card directly to the printer using the camerabuttons. Or, you can speci...

133 Printing, T ransferring Please refer to the System Map supplied with your camera for direct print function compatible printer information. Print Settings for Direct Print Function • Select how many copies you want (p.141) • Select the print style (p.141) • Standard / Multiple (Direct Print Funct...

134 ➔ ➔ ➔ ➔ ➔ Selecting from the Print Menu Use the Print menu as shown below to select all print settings. However, set thecamera to replay mode beforehand. Direct Print Function DPOF Settings

135 Printing, T ransferring ➔ ➔ ➔ ➔ : Turns the menu on/off : Selects items and settings : Sets items and settings Image (p. 141) Paper (p. 141) Style Borders (p. 141) Date (p. 141) Number of copies (p. 141) Trimming (p. 143) Order Number of copies(p. 146) Print Type(p. 147) Set up Date (p. 147) Fil...

136 Connecting the Camera to a Printer You can make clear prints swiftly and easily when you connect the camera to adirect print function compatible printer (optional) or a direct print functioncompatible Bubble Jet printer (optional). It can also be used with DPOF printsettings. ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○...

137 Printing, T ransferring to Printer 4 Connect the camera and printer usingthe direct interface cable. • When you insert the cable, make sure the mark of the cable faces the front of thecamera. 5 Press the printer’s ON/OFF button to turnon the power. • When the printer is properly connected to the...

138 ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ • When you detach the cable from the camera, hold the plug and do not pull by the cable. ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ • The following operations cannot be performed while the printer is connected. - Replaying movies- Setting the language...

139 Printing, T ransferring Printing The following illustrations show examples from a direct print function compatibleprinter. Options for the Style category will differ slightly for BJ printers. An image can be printed when displayed in single replay or selected in index replay. 1 Choose an image b...

141 Printing, T ransferring Setting the Print Settings (Direct Print Function) Selecting the Number of Copies 1 In replay mode, press the button and the C or D arrow on the omni selector to select the [Copies] option. 2 Press the B or A arrow on the omni selector to specify the desired number of cop...

143 Printing, T ransferring Setting the Printing Area (Trimming) You can specify which portion for an image gets printed. ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ Prior to Trimming Please set the Print Style (Image Settings, Paper, Borders and Date) first before settingthe trimming settings (p. 1...

145 Printing, T ransferring Print Settings (DPOF Print Settings) You can select images on a CF card for printing and specify the number of printcopies in advance using the camera. This is extremely convenient for sending theimages to a photo developing service or for printing on a direct print funct...

146 Print Settings (DPOF Print Settings) (continued) 3 Select images for printing. Single Images • When the print type (p. 147) is set to [Standard] or [Both], select an image using the main dial or the B or A arrow on the omni selector. You can set the number of copies (up to 99) to be printed usin...

148 ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ • When [Print Type] is set to [Index], the [Date] and [File No.] cannot be set to [On].• If [Print Type] is set to [Both], both [Date] and [File No.] can be set to [On], however, only the file number is printed for the index print. ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ...

149 Printing, T ransferring Resetting the Print Settings The print settings can all be removed at once. The print type is reset to [Standard]and the date and file number options are set to [Off]. 1 In the [ (Replay)] menu, select [Print Order] and press the button. • See Selecting Menus and Settings...

150 Printing with DPOF Print Settings You can use the DPOF print settings to print with a direct print compatible printer(optional) or with a direct print function compatible BJ printer. 1 In the [ (Replay)] menu, select [Print Order] and press the button. • See Selecting Menus and Settings (p. 42)....

151 Printing, T ransferring ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ • To print the date, set the [Date] setting in the print order menu in Step 2 on the previous page to [On]. You cannot set the date to print with the [Style] menu inStep 3 on the previous page. If the print type is set to [Index...

152 Image Transfer Settings (DPOF Transfer Order) Using the camera, you can make marks on images you wish to transfer and attachto e-mails. (Please use the supplied software for actually transferring images. Referto the Software Starter Guide for instructions on how to transfer images.) These settin...

153 Printing, T ransferring 3 Select images for transferring. Single Images • Select an image using the main dial or the B or A arrow on the omni selector and mark or remove marks from images using the C or D arrow on the omni selector. • You can use the same procedures to select images in index rep...

154 A video-compatible television connected via the supplied AV cable AVC-DC100 canbe used to view images as you shoot or replay them. 1 Turn off the camera (p. 29). 2 Attach AV Cable AVC-DC100 to the terminal on the camera. 3 Plug the other ends of the AV cable tothe video in and audio in jacks on ...

155 Connecting Download images taken with the camera to a computer in one of the following ways:• Directly from the CF card• Connect the camera to a computer with the USB cable You must install the software and USB driver bundled on the CanonDigital Camera Solution Disk before connecting the camera ...

156 Connecting the Camera to a Computer Via the USB Cable IMPORTANT You must install the software and USB driver bundled on theCanon Digital Camera Solution Disk before connecting thecamera to the computer. Please refer to the Software StarterGuide for installation instructions, image download instr...

157 Connecting Setting the Communication Mode Sets the communication mode when downloading images with the cameraconnected to the computer. * With any other OS [PTP] cannot be used. Please select [Normal]. 1 Check that the camera is not connected to the computer. 2 In the [ (Set Up)] menu, select [C...

158 Rec. Menu * Some items may not appear in certain shooting modes (p. 204). List of Menu Options and Messages Flash Sync Sets the timing at which the flash fires. • 1st-curtain* • 2nd-curtain Slow Synchro Sets the slow synchro. • On • Off* Flash Adjust Sets whether or not the flash is adjusted aut...

161 Appendix Replay Menu Protect Protects images from accidental erasure. Rotate Rotates images 90 or 270 degrees clockwise in the display. Erase all Erases all images from a CF card (excluding protected images). Slide Show Plays images in an automated slide show. Print Order Sets the images that wi...

162 Set up Menu Beep Sets whether or not the beep sounds when the shutter button is pressed or when a menu operation is performed. (The main dial does not beep even if it is clicked.) See also "How the [Beep] setting in the [ (Set up)] menu and each sound setting in the [ (My Camera)] menu are r...

166 My Camera Menu You can select the theme, start-up image and sound, shutter sound, operationsound and selftimer sound used on this camera. These are called My Camerasettings. You can also customize the [ ] and [ ] options for each item with sounds and images recorded on the CF card or by using th...

168 Resetting the Settings to Default You can reset the menu and button operation settings to default except for the[Date/Time], [Language], and [Video System] settings. 1 Turn on the camera. • You can turn on the camera into either Shooting or Replaying mode. 2 Press the button for longer than 5 se...

169 Appendix List of Error / Message Codes The following error and message codes may appear on the display panel. Error Codes : The camera has experienced a problem. Turn off the power, wait asecond, and then try shooting or replaying. If the error code appearsrepeatedly, there is a problem. Note th...

170 List of Messages The following messages may appear on the LCD monitor. Reset settings to default?: Do you wish to reset all the camera and menu settingsto default? Resetting: Resetting all the camera and menu settings to default Busy... : Image is being recorded to, or read from, CF card.Resetti...

171 Appendix RAW: You attempted to replay an image recorded in anincompatible RAW format. Cannot magnify!: You attempted to magnify an image that wasphotographed with another camera, recorded in adifferent format, or edited on a computer. Cannot rotate: You attempted to rotate an image that wasphoto...

173 Appendix The following messages may appear when the camera is connected to the DirectPrint compatible Bubble Jet Printer. Check the error number displayed on the control panel of Bubble Jet Printer andrefer to the Bubble Jet Printer Quick Start Guide. Printer in use: The printer is printing the ...

174 Using the Wireless Controller Installing the Battery Install the date battery (CR2025) into Wireless Controller WL-DC100 before use. ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ • Be particularly careful to keep the date batteries out of the reach of children. Seek medical assistance immediately ...

175 Appendix Bij dit produkt zijn batterijengeleverd. Wanneer deze leeg zijn, moet u ze niet weggoolen maar inleveren als KCA If you ever dispose of your camera, first remove the date battery forrecycling according to the recycling system of your country. Removing the Battery To remove the date batt...

176 ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ • The operable range of the wireless controller will shorten under the following circumstances.- When the wireless controller is used at an angle to the remote sensor.- When strong light strikes the camera.- When the battery is weak. ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ...

177 Appendix Using an Externally Mounted Flash (Optional) You can make your flash photography even clearer and more natural appearingwith the use of a separately sold externally mounted flash. The camera’s autoexposure function will operate with a Canon Speedlite 220EX, 380EX, 420EX,550EX, a Macro R...

178 Using an Externally Mounted Flash (Optional) (continued) • When [Flash Adjust] is set to [Manual], the flash output can be adjusted. When [Flash Adjust] is set to [Auto] the flash exposure compensation can beadjusted (p. 100). • In mode or when [Flash Adjust] is set to [Manual], the output of an...

180 Using an Externally Mounted Flash (Optional) (continued) How to Mount Macro Ring Lite MR-14EX and Macro Twin Lite MT-24EX The separately sold Conversion Lens Adapter LA-DC58B is required to mountMacro Ring Lite MR-14EX or Macro Twin Lite MT-24EX on the camera. 1 Press the ring release button and...

183 Appendix Using Conversion Lenses (Optional) /Close-up Lenses (Optional) The separately sold Conversion Lens Adapter LA-DC58B is required to use conversionand close-up lenses with the camera, such as the separately sold W ide ConverterWC-DC58N, Tele-converter TC-DC58N and Close-up Lens 250D (58 m...

185 Appendix ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ • Since the image seen in the viewfinder does not change when a conversion lens is installed, use the LCD monitor to compose images. • Please note that the images will not merge properly with the PhotoStitch program on a computer when they are...

186 1 2 Using a Charge Adapter / Car BatteryCable Kit (Optional) Charge Adapter/Car Battery Cable Kit CR-560 (optional) can be used to chargebattery packs or to power the camera from a car’s cigarette lighter socket. You canalso charge Battery Pack BP-511 or Battery Pack BP-512 (optional) from ahous...

188 1 Replacing the Date Battery If the Set Date/Time menu appears when you turn on the camera power, the datebattery charge is low and the date and time settings have been lost. Please replace thebattery with a generic CR2016 lithium coin battery with the following procedures. Please note that the ...

190 ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ • Never use thinners, benzene, synthetic cleansers or water to clean the camera. These substances may distort or damage the equipment. Camera Care and Maintenance Use the following procedures to clean the camera body, lens, viewfinder, LCDmonitor and o...

191 Appendix Troubleshooting • Turn on the camera. See Turning the Power On / Off (p. 28). • Confirm that the CF card slot/battery cover is securely closed. • Fully charge the battery or use a household power source. • Use a compact power adapter. • Wipe the terminals with a clean, dry cloth. • Swit...

194 All data is based on Canon’s testing standard. Subject to change without notice. PowerShot G3 Camera effective pixels: Approx. 4 million Image sensor: 1/1.8 inch CCD (Total number of pixels: approx. 4.1 million) Lens: 7.2 (W) - 28.8 (T) mm (35mm film equivalent: 35 - 140mm)F 2.0 (W) - 3.0 (T) Di...

196 Number of Images Shot Replay Time LCD Monitor On LCD Monitor Off Battery Pack BP-511/512 (Fully charged) Approx. 450 images Approx. 1050 images Approx. 360 minutes Replay modes: Single (Histogram displayable), Index (9 thumbnail images),Magnified (approx. 10x (max.) in LCD monitor), Sound annota...

197 Appendix CF Cards and Estimated Capacities (Recordable Images) • These figures reflect standard shooting conditions established by Canon. Actual totals may var y according to the subject, shooting conditions and shooting mode. • The following are the approximate maximum recording times for movie...

200 Index A AE Lock 97AEB Mode 93AF Frame 82Aperture-Priority AE ( ) 79 Aperture Value 75, 77, 79, 81Auto Exposure Bracketing (AEB Mode) 93Auto Mode ( ) 51 Auto Replay (Slide Show) 124Auto Rotate 111, 164A/V Out Terminal 10, 154 B Battery Pack Charging 16Handling Precautions 17Installing 19Low Statu...

203 Appendix FCC Notice Digital Camera, Model PC1032 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following twoconditions;(1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and(2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may c...

Camera User Guide DIGIT A L CAMERA Camera User Guide CDI-E067-010 XX02CHXX © 2002 CANON INC. PRINTED IN JAPAN ENGLISH • Please start by reading the Read This First on page 4 of this manual. Please refer to the Software Starter Guide for information on installing thesoftware and downloading images. •...