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Appendix
*1 This digital camera supports Exif 2.2 (also called “Exif Print”). Exif Print is a 
standard for enhancing the communication between digital cameras and printers. 
By connecting to an Exif Print-compliant printer, the camera’s image data at the 
time of shooting is used and optimized, yielding extremely high quality prints.
InterfaceUSB (mini-B), PTP (Picture Transfer Protocol) 
Audio/Video output (NTSC or PAL selectable, 
monaural audio)
Power Source
Rechargeable lithium-ion battery...

160SD Cards and Estimated Capacities
: With card included with the camera
Still Images
* Same for both the DIGITAL IXUS 40 and the DIGITAL IXUS 30 models.
Movie
SDC-16M SDC-128M SDC-512MSH
 (2272 x 1704 pixels)
DIGITAL IXUS 40
661237
12 109 425
24 217 838
 (2048 x 1536 pixels)
DIGITAL IXUS 30
874295
15 136 529
30 269 1041
 (1600 x 1200 pixels)*13 121 471
24 217 838
46 411 1590
 (1024 x 768 pixels)*23 211 816
42 372 1438
74 652 2517
 (640 x 480 pixels)*52 460 1777
80 711 2746
127 1118 4316
SDC-16M...

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Appendix
 Maximum movie clip length at   (Fast Frame Rate): 1 min., at   
(Compact): 3 min. The figures indicate the maximum continuous 
recording time.
  (Large),   (Medium 1),   (Medium 2),   (Small),  ,   and 
 indicate the recording resolution.
  (Superfine),   (Fine) and   (Normal) indicate the compression 
setting.
 ,   and   indicate the number of frames per second.
Image File Sizes (Estimated)
Still Images
* Same for both the DIGITAL IXUS 40 and the DIGITAL IXUS 30 models.
Movie...

162Battery Capacity (Battery Pack NB-4L (Fully charged))
 The actual figures will vary according to the shooting conditions and 
settings.
 Movie data is excluded.
 At low temperatures, the battery pack performance may diminish and the 
low battery icon appears very rapidly. In these circumstances, the 
performance can be improved by warming the battery pack in a pocket 
before use.
Test Conditions
Shooting: Normal temperature (23 
°C ± 2 °C/73 °F ± 3.6 °F), normal relative 
humidity (50%
 ± 20%),...

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Appendix
SD Memory Card 
Battery Pack NB-4L
Battery Charger CB-2LV/CB-2LVE
Compact Power Adapter CA-DC10 
(Included with the separately sold AC Adapter Kit ACK-DC10)
InterfaceCompatible with SD memory card standards
Dimensions 32.0 x 24.0 x 2.1 mm (1.3 x 0.9 x 0.1 in.)
Weight Approx. 2 g (0.1 oz.)
Ty p eRechargeable lithium-ion battery
Nominal Voltage3.7 V
Typical Capacity760 mAh
Cycle LifeApprox. 300 times
Operating Temperatures0 – 40 °C (32 – 104 °F)
Dimensions35.4 x 40.3 x 5.9 mm (1.4 x 1.6 x 0.23...

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Photo Tips and Information
Tip for Using the Self-timer (p.76)
Normally the camera shakes a little when you press the shutter button. 
Setting the self-timer to   delays the shutter release for 2 seconds and 
allows the camera to stop shaking, thus preventing a blurred image. 
Even better results can be obtained by placing the camera on a stable 
surface or by using a tripod to shoot.
How to Adjust the Exposure (p.91)
This camera automatically adjusts the exposure to shoot images with the 
optimal...

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Appendix
ISO Speed (p.98)
The ISO speed is the numeric representation of the camera’s sensitivity to 
light. The higher the ISO speed, the higher the sensitivity. A high ISO speed 
allows you to shoot images in dark indoor or outdoor conditions without a 
flash and also helps prevent blurred images due to camera shake. This is 
convenient when shooting images in places where flash photography is 
prohibited. The ISO speed setting makes full use of the available light, 
resulting in images that convey...

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Digital Macro
When using digital macro, you can make a subject even larger than in the 
normal macro mode. You can enjoy seeing characteristics of a subject in 
your photos that might escape the naked eye.
Image Comparison
Standard Mode
(Subject Distance: 
30 cm (1.0 ft.))Macro Mode
(Subject Distance: 3 cm 
(1.2 in.))Digital Macro Mode
(Subject Distance: 3 cm 
(1.2 in.))
Digital Zoom: Approx. 
3.6x for DIGITAL IXUS 
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Index
A
AC Adapter Kit ACK-DC10 .......  154
AE Lock .....................................  88
AF Frame ...................................  47
AF Lock .....................................  87
AF-assist Beam..........................  48
AiAF ...........................................  45
Auto Play (Slide Show)............  114
Auto Rotate Function .................  99
Autofocus ..................................  45
AV Cable AVC-DC300 ..............  140
B
Battery...

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Metering Modes.........................  90
Mode switch ..............................  38
Movie .........................................  78
Editing ............................  109
Playback .........................  106
Shooting ...........................  78
Mute Mode ................................  54
My Camera Menu
Changing ........................  142
Registering .....................  144
My Camera Settings.................  142
File Format ......................  146
O
ON/OFF Button...