User manual CANON POWERSHOT SX120 IS

[. . . ] Camera User Guide ENGLISH · Make sure you read this guide before using the camera. · Store this guide safely so that you can use it in the future. Checking the Package Contents Check if the following items are included in your camera package. If anything is missing, contact the retailer from which you purchased the camera. Camera AA-size Alkaline Batteries (×2) Memory Card Interface Cable IFC-400PCU AV Cable AVC-DC400 Wrist Strap WS-800 Getting Started DIGITAL CAMERA Solution Disk Warranty System Booklet Using the Manuals Also refer to the manuals on the DIGITAL CAMERA Manuals Disk. · Camera User Guide (This Guide) Once you have mastered the basics, use the camera's many features to shoot more challenging photos. [. . . ] It is recommended to set the [IS Mode] to [Off] when shooting with a tripod (p. 121). 86 Setting the Shutter Speed You can set the shutter to the speed at which you want to shoot. The camera will set the appropriate aperture value for the shutter speed you set. M stands for "Time value". Set the mode dial to M. Make the setting. Turn the  dial to set the shutter speed. Shoot. Available Shutter Speeds 15", 13", 10", 8", 6", 5", 4", 3"2, 2"5, 2", 1"6, 1"3, 1", 0"8, 0"6, 0"5, 0"4, 0"3, 1/4, 1/5, 1/6, 1/8, 1/10, 1/13, 1/15, 1/20, 1/25, 1/30, 1/40, 1/50, 1/60, 1/80, 1/100, 1/125, 1/160, 1/200, 1/250, 1/320, 1/400, 1/500, 1/640, 1/800, 1/1000, 1/1250, 1/1600, 1/2000, 1/2500 · 2" indicates 2 seconds, 0"3 indicates 0. 3 second and 1/160 indicates 1/160 second. · The fastest shutter speed when using the flash is 1/500 second. The camera automatically resets the shutter speed to 1/500 second if a faster speed is chosen. · Depending on the zoom position, some shutter speeds may not be available. What if aperture value is displayed in orange? If the aperture value displays in orange when the shutter button is pressed halfway, the scene has exceeded the correct exposure limits. Adjust the shutter speed until the aperture value displays in white. · When shutter speeds of 1. 3 seconds or slower are used, images are processed to eliminate noise after being taken. A certain amount of processing time may be needed before you can take the next shot. · It is recommended to set the [IS Mode] to [Off] when lowering the shutter speed and shooting with a tripod (p. 121). 87 Setting the Aperture Value You can set the aperture to a value at which you want to shoot. The camera will set the appropriate shutter speed for the aperture value you set. B stands for "Aperture value". Set the mode dial to B. Make the setting. Turn the  dial to set the aperture value. Shoot. Available Aperture Values F2. 8, F3. 2, F3. 5, F4. 0, F4. 3, F4. 5, F5. 0, F5. 6, F6. 3, F7. 1, F8. 0 · The fastest shutter speed when using the flash is 1/500 second. As a result, the camera will not set a shutter speed faster than 1/500 second regardless of the aperture value you set. · Depending on the zoom position, some aperture values may not be available. What if shutter speed is displayed in orange? If the shutter speed displays in orange when the shutter button is pressed halfway, the scene has exceeded the correct exposure limits. Adjust the aperture value until the shutter speed displays in white. Safety shift can also be used. Safety Shift With M and B modes, if [Safety Shift] is set to [On] in the 4 tab, the shutter speed or aperture value is automatically adjusted for the correct exposure when it cannot otherwise be obtained. Safety Shift is disabled when the flash is enabled. 88 Setting the Shutter Speed and Aperture Value You can manually set the shutter speed and aperture to shoot images. D stands for "Manual". Set the mode dial to D. [. . . ] 73 Shooting Date and Time Date/Time Shooting Using a TV . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76 Shooting With Macro . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67 Shutter Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Slideshow . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [. . . ]