Canon Camera Powershot G16 User Manual
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51 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Cover Before Use Common Camera Operations Advanced Guide Camera Basics Auto Mode / Hybrid Auto Mode Other Shooting Modes Tv, Av, M, C1, and C2 Mode Playback Mode Wi-Fi Functions Setting Menu Accessories Appendix Index Basic Guide P Mode Other Shooting Modes Shoot more effectively in various scenes, and take shots enhanced with unique image e\ ffects or captured using special functions 3 Specific Scenes ................................................ 52 Image Effects (Creative Filters) ...................... 54Shooting High-Contrast Scenes (High Dynamic Range) .......................................... 55 Shooting with Faded Colors (Nostalgic) ................ 56 Shooting with a Fish-Eye Lens Effect (Fish-Eye Effect) ................................................... 56Shots Resembling Miniature Models (Miniature Effect) ................................................... 57 Shooting with a Toy Camera Effect (Toy Camera Effect) .............................................. 58 Making Subjects Stand Out (Background Defocus) .......................................... 58 Shooting with a Soft Focus Effect ......................... 59 Shooting in Monochrome ...................................... 59 Special Modes for Other Purposes ................60Auto Shooting after Face Detection (Smart Shutter) ...................................................... 60 Shooting Starry Skies (Star) .................................. 62Shooting Various Movies ................................65Shooting Movies in [E] Mode ..............................65 Shooting Super Slow Motion Movies .................... 66
52 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Cover Before Use Common Camera Operations Advanced Guide Camera Basics Auto Mode / Hybrid Auto Mode Other Shooting Modes Tv, Av, M, C1, and C2 Mode Playback Mode Wi-Fi Functions Setting Menu Accessories Appendix Index Basic Guide P Mode Specific Scenes Choose a mode matching the shooting scene, and the camera will automatically configure the settings for optimal shots. 1 Enter [K] mode. zzSet the mode dial to [K]. 2 Choose a shooting mode. zzPress the button, choose [I] in the menu, and then choose a shooting mode (= 24). 3 Shoot. Still ImagesMovies I Shoot portraits (Portrait) zzTake shots of people with a softening effect. Still Images Shoot evening scenes without using a tripod (Handheld NightScene) zzBeautiful shots of evening scenes or portraits with evening scenery in the background, without the need to hold the camera very still (as with a tripod). zzA single image is created by combining consecutive shots, reducing camera shake and image noise. Still ImagesMovies S Shoot underwater (Underwater) zzNatural-colored shots of sea life and underwater scenery, when you use an optional waterproof case ( = 162). zzThis mode can correct white balance and match the effect of using a commercially available color-compensating filter (= 74). Still ImagesMovies P Shoot with snowy backgrounds (Snow) zzBright, natural-colored shots of people against snowy backgrounds.
53 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Cover Before Use Common Camera Operations Advanced Guide Camera Basics Auto Mode / Hybrid Auto Mode Other Shooting Modes Tv, Av, M, C1, and C2 Mode Playback Mode Wi-Fi Functions Setting Menu Accessories Appendix Index Basic Guide P Mode Still ImagesMovies t Shoot fireworks (Fireworks) zzVivid shots of fireworks. • Subjects appear larger in [ ] mode compared to other modes. • In [] and [S] modes, shots may look grainy because the ISO speed (= 70) is increased to suit the shooting conditions. • Because the camera will shoot continuously in [] mode, hold it steady while shooting. • In [ ] mode, excessive camera shake or certain shooting conditions may prevent you from obtaining the desired results. • In [t] mode, mount the camera on a tripod or take other measures to keep it still and prevent camera shake. Additionally, you should set [IS Mode] to [Off] when using a tripod or other means to secure the camera (= 89). • When you use a tripod for evening scenes, shooting in [] mode instead of [] mode will give better results (= 29). • In [t] mode, although no frames are displayed when you press the shutter button halfway, optimal focus is still determined. Still Images Shooting with an Underwater Focusing RangeIf focusing is difficult in [S] mode (= 52) with a focus range of [], using a focus range designed for underwater shooting can ensure optimal \ underwater shots. 1 Configure the setting. zzFollow steps 1 – 2 in “Specific Scenes” (= 52) and choose [S]. zzPress the button, choose the desired focus range (either press the < q> buttons or turn the dial), and then press the button. 2 Shoot. Focusing Range Description Underwater MacroTake close-ups of sea life, using the digital zoom for even closer shots. 8 Quick Avoid missing unexpected underwater shooting opportunities when shooting subjects some distance away. Especially effective for moving subjects. Refer to “Shooting Range” ( = 205) for details on the range of each focus range.
54 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Cover Before Use Common Camera Operations Advanced Guide Camera Basics Auto Mode / Hybrid Auto Mode Other Shooting Modes Tv, Av, M, C1, and C2 Mode Playback Mode Wi-Fi Functions Setting Menu Accessories Appendix Index Basic Guide P Mode • In [] mode, optical zoom is set to maximum wide angle. • In [] mode, use of digital zoom may cause images to appear grainy at some resolutions ( = 45). • In [8] mode, subjects at close range may not be in focus. In this case, try setting the focus range to [ ]. • [] and [8] are not available in [Tracking AF] AF frame mode (= 38). Image Effects (Creative Filters) Add a variety of effects to images when shooting. 1 Enter [] mode. zzSet the mode dial to []. 2 Choose a shooting mode. zzPress the button, choose [] in the menu, and then choose a shooting mode (= 24). 3 Shoot. Still ImagesMovies Shoot in vivid colors (Super Vivid) zzShots in rich, vivid colors.
55 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Cover Before Use Common Camera Operations Advanced Guide Camera Basics Auto Mode / Hybrid Auto Mode Other Shooting Modes Tv, Av, M, C1, and C2 Mode Playback Mode Wi-Fi Functions Setting Menu Accessories Appendix Index Basic Guide P Mode Still ImagesMovies Posterized shots (Poster Effect) zzShots that resemble an old poster or illustration. • In [ ] and [] modes, try taking some test shots first, to make sure you obtain the desired results. Still Images Shooting High-Contrast Scenes (High Dynamic Range) Three consecutive images are captured at different brightness levels each time you shoot, and the camera combines image areas with optimal brightness to create a single image. This mode can reduce the washed-out highlights and loss of detail in shadows that tends to occur in high-con\ trast shots. 1 Choose []. zzFollow steps 1 – 2 in “Image Effects (Creative Filters)” (= 54) and choose []. 2 Shoot. zzHold the camera steady as you shoot. When you press the shutter button all the way down, the camera will take three shots and combine them. • Excessive camera shake or certain shooting conditions may prevent you from obtaining the desired results. • If excessive camera shake interferes with shooting, mount the camera on \ a tripod or take other measures to keep it still. Additionally, you should set [IS Mode] to [Off] when using a tripod or other means to secure the camera (= 89). • Any subject movement will cause images to look blurry. • There will be a delay before you can shoot again, as the camera processe\ s and combines the images. Adding Artistic Effects zzFollow steps 1 – 2 in “Image Effects (Creative Filters)” (= 54) and choose []. zzPress the button, choose an effect (either press the buttons or turn the dial), and then press the < > button again. Natural Images are natural and organic. Art Standard Images resemble paintings, with subdued contrast. Art Vivid Images resemble vivid illustrations. Art Bold Images resemble oil paintings, with bold edges. Art Embossed Images resemble old photos, with bold edges and dark ambiance.
56 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Cover Before Use Common Camera Operations Advanced Guide Camera Basics Auto Mode / Hybrid Auto Mode Other Shooting Modes Tv, Av, M, C1, and C2 Mode Playback Mode Wi-Fi Functions Setting Menu Accessories Appendix Index Basic Guide P Mode Still ImagesMovies Shooting with Faded Colors (Nostalgic) This effect makes colors look faded and images look weathered, as in old photographs. Choose from five effect levels. 1 Choose []. zzFollow steps 1 – 2 in “Image Effects (Creative Filters)” (= 54) and choose []. 2 Choose an effect level. zzTurn the dial to choose an effect level. zzA preview is shown of how your shot will look with the effect applied. 3 Shoot. • Try taking some test shots first, to make sure you obtain the desired results. • Colors will look faded on the shooting screen, but the image aging effect is not shown. Review the image in Playback mode to see the effect (= 102). • The image aging effect is not shown in movies. Still Images Shooting with a Fish-Eye Lens Effect (Fish-Eye Effect) Shoot with the distorting effect of a fish-eye lens. 1 Choose []. zzFollow steps 1 – 2 in “Image Effects (Creative Filters)” (= 54) and choose []. 2 Choose an effect level. zzTurn the dial to choose an effect level. zzA preview is shown of how your shot will look with the effect applied. 3 Shoot. • Try taking some test shots first, to make sure you obtain the desired results.
57 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Cover Before Use Common Camera Operations Advanced Guide Camera Basics Auto Mode / Hybrid Auto Mode Other Shooting Modes Tv, Av, M, C1, and C2 Mode Playback Mode Wi-Fi Functions Setting Menu Accessories Appendix Index Basic Guide P Mode Still ImagesMovies Shots Resembling Miniature Models (Miniature Effect) Creates the effect of a miniature model, by blurring image areas above and below your selected area. You can also make movies that look like scenes in miniature models by choosing the playback speed before the movie is recorded. People and objects in the scene will move quickly during playback. Note that sound is not recorded. 1 Choose []. zzFollow steps 1 – 2 in “Image Effects (Creative Filters)” (= 54) and choose []. zzA white frame is displayed, indicating the image area that will not be blurred. 2 Choose the area to keep in focus. zzPress the button. zzMove the zoom lever to resize the frame, and turn the dial to move it. 3 For movies, choose the movie playback speed. zzTurn the dial to choose the speed. 4 Return to the shooting screen and shoot. zzPress the button to return to the shooting screen, and then shoot. Playback Speed and Estimated Playback Time (for One-Minute Clips) Speed Playback Time Approx. 12 sec. Approx. 6 sec. Approx. 3 sec. • The zoom is not available when shooting movies. Be sure to set the zoom before shooting. • Try taking some test shots first, to make sure you obtain the desired results. • To switch the orientation of the frame to vertical, press the < q> buttons in step 2. To return the frame to horizontal orientation, press the < o> buttons. • Holding the camera vertically will change the orientation of the frame. • Movie image quality is [] at an aspect ratio of [] and [] at an aspect ratio of [] (= 44). These quality settings cannot be changed.
58 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Cover Before Use Common Camera Operations Advanced Guide Camera Basics Auto Mode / Hybrid Auto Mode Other Shooting Modes Tv, Av, M, C1, and C2 Mode Playback Mode Wi-Fi Functions Setting Menu Accessories Appendix Index Basic Guide P Mode Still Images Shooting with a Toy Camera Effect (Toy Camera Effect) This effect makes images resemble shots from a toy camera by vignetting (darker, blurred image corners) and changing the overall color. 1 Choose []. zzFollow steps 1 – 2 in “Image Effects (Creative Filters)” (= 54) and choose []. 2 Choose a color tone. zzTurn the dial to choose a color tone. zzA preview is shown of how your shot will look with the effect applied. 3 Shoot. Standard Shots resemble toy camera images. Warm Images have a warmer tone than with [Standard]. Cool Images have a cooler tone than with [Standard]. • Try taking some test shots first, to make sure you obtain the desired results. Still Images Making Subjects Stand Out (Background Defocus) Two consecutive images are captured each time you shoot and processed into a single image, so that the subject stands out against a blurred background. 1 Choose []. zzFollow steps 1 – 2 in “Image Effects (Creative Filters)” (= 54) and choose []. 2 Shoot. zzHold the camera steady as you shoot. When you press the shutter button all the way down, the camera will shoot twice and process the images. zzA blinking [] icon indicates that the images could not be processed. • Excessive camera shake or certain shooting conditions may prevent you from obtaining the desired results. • For the best results with this effect, try shooting close to the subject, and ensure ample distance between the subject and background. • There will be a delay before you can shoot again, as the camera processe\ s the images. • To adjust the effect level, turn the dial.
59 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Cover Before Use Common Camera Operations Advanced Guide Camera Basics Auto Mode / Hybrid Auto Mode Other Shooting Modes Tv, Av, M, C1, and C2 Mode Playback Mode Wi-Fi Functions Setting Menu Accessories Appendix Index Basic Guide P Mode Still Images Shooting with a Soft Focus Effect This function allows you to shoot images as if a soft focus filter were attached to the camera. You can adjust the effect level as desired. 1 Choose []. zzFollow steps 1 – 2 in “Image Effects (Creative Filters)” (= 54) and choose []. 2 Choose an effect level. zzTurn the dial to choose an effect level. zzA preview is shown of how your shot will look with the effect applied. 3 Shoot. • Try taking some test shots first, to make sure you obtain the desired results. Still ImagesMovies Shooting in Monochrome Shoot images in black and white, sepia, or blue and white. 1 Choose []. zzFollow steps 1 – 2 in “Image Effects (Creative Filters)” (= 54) and choose []. 2 Choose a color tone. zzTurn the dial to choose a color tone. zzA preview is shown of how your shot will look with the effect applied. 3 Shoot. B/W Black and white shots. Sepia Sepia tone shots. Blue Blue and white shots.
60 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Cover Before Use Common Camera Operations Advanced Guide Camera Basics Auto Mode / Hybrid Auto Mode Other Shooting Modes Tv, Av, M, C1, and C2 Mode Playback Mode Wi-Fi Functions Setting Menu Accessories Appendix Index Basic Guide P Mode Special Modes for Other Purposes Still Images Auto Shooting after Face Detection (Smart Shutter) Auto Shooting after Smile DetectionThe camera shoots automatically after detecting a smile, even without yo\ u pressing the shutter button. 1 Choose []. zzFollow steps 1 – 2 in “Specific Scenes” (= 52) and choose [], and then press the button. zzPress the buttons or turn the dial to choose [], and then press the button. zzThe camera now enters shooting standby mode, and [Smile Detection on] is displayed. 2 Aim the camera at a person. zzEach time the camera detects a smile, it will shoot after the lamp lights up. zzTo pause smile detection, press the < p> button. Press the button again to resume detection. • Switch to another mode when you finish shooting, or the camera will continue shooting each time a smile is detected. • You can also shoot as usual by pressing the shutter button. • The camera can detect smiles more easily when subjects face the camera a\ nd open their mouth wide enough so that teeth are visible. • To change the number of shots, press the < o> buttons after choosing [ ] in step 1. [Blink Detection] (= 48) is only available for the final shot. Still Images Using the Wink Self-TimerAim the camera at a person and press the shutter button all the way down\ . The camera will shoot about two seconds after a wink is detected. 1 Choose []. zzFollow steps 1 – 2 in “Specific Scenes” (= 52) and choose [], and then press the button. zzPress the buttons or turn the dial to choose [], and then press the button. 2 Compose the shot and press the shutter button halfway. zzMake sure a green frame is displayed around the face of the person who will wink. 3 Press the shutter button all the way down. zzThe camera now enters shooting standby mode, and [Wink to take picture] is displayed. zzThe lamp blinks and the self-timer sound is played.