Canon Ixus 150 User Guide
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Shoot.
zzPress the shutter button all the way
down.
zzAs the camera shoots, a shutter sound
is played, and in low-light conditions, the
flash fires automatically.
zzKeep the camera still until the shutter
sound ends.
zzAfter displaying your shot, the camera will
revert to the shooting screen.
Shooting Movies
Start shooting.
zzPress the movie button. The camera
beeps once as recording begins, and
[
Rec] is displayed with the elapsed
time.
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Shoot.
zzPress the shutter button all the way
down.
zzAs the camera shoots, a shutter sound
is played, and in low-light conditions, the
flash fires automatically.
zzKeep the camera still until the shutter
sound ends.
zzAfter displaying your shot, the camera will
revert to the shooting screen.
Shooting Movies
Start shooting.
zzPress the movie button. The camera
beeps once as recording begins, and
[
Rec] is displayed with the elapsed
time.
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zzBlack bars are displayed on the top...")
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Still Images/Movies
• If the camera is turned on while the < p> button is held down, the
camera will no longer sound. To activate sounds again, press the
button and choose [Mute] on the [3] tab, and then press
the buttons to choose [Off].
Still Images
• A blinking [] icon warns that images are more likely to be blurred
by camera shake. In this case, mount the camera on a tripod or take
other measures to keep it still.
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Still Images/Movies
• If the camera is turned on while the < p> button is held down, the
camera will no longer sound. To activate sounds again, press the
button and choose [Mute] on the [3] tab, and then press
the buttons to choose [Off].
Still Images
• A blinking [] icon warns that images are more likely to be blurred
by camera shake. In this case, mount the camera on a tripod or take
other measures to keep it still.
• If your shots are dark despite the flash firing, move closer to the...")
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Still ImagesMovies
Scene Icons
In [] mode, shooting scenes determined by the camera are indicated
by the icon displayed, and corresponding settings are automatically
selected for optimal focusing, subject brightness, and color.
Subject
Background
People Other SubjectsIcon Background ColorIn Motion*1Shadows on Face*1In Motion*1At Close Range
BrightGray
Backlit–
With Blue SkyLight Blue
Backlit–
Sunsets –– Orange
Spotlights
Dark Blue
DarkTripod Used*2–*2–
*1
Not displayed for movies.
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Still ImagesMovies
Scene Icons
In [] mode, shooting scenes determined by the camera are indicated
by the icon displayed, and corresponding settings are automatically
selected for optimal focusing, subject brightness, and color.
Subject
Background
People Other SubjectsIcon Background ColorIn Motion*1Shadows on Face*1In Motion*1At Close Range
BrightGray
Backlit–
With Blue SkyLight Blue
Backlit–
Sunsets –– Orange
Spotlights
Dark Blue
DarkTripod Used*2–*2–
*1
Not displayed for movies.
*2 Displayed in...")
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Still ImagesMovies
On-Screen Frames
A variety of frames are displayed once the camera detects subjects you ar\
e
aiming the camera at.
• A white frame is displayed around the subject (or person’s face)
determined by the camera to be the main subject, and gray frames are
displayed around other detected faces. Frames follow moving subjects
within a certain range to keep them in focus.
However, if the camera detects subject movement, only the white frame
will remain on the screen.
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Still ImagesMovies
On-Screen Frames
A variety of frames are displayed once the camera detects subjects you ar\
e
aiming the camera at.
• A white frame is displayed around the subject (or person’s face)
determined by the camera to be the main subject, and gray frames are
displayed around other detected faces. Frames follow moving subjects
within a certain range to keep them in focus.
However, if the camera detects subject movement, only the white frame
will remain on the screen.
• When you are...")
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Still ImagesMovies
Using the Self-Timer
With the self-timer, you can include yourself in group photos or other timed
shots. The camera will shoot about 10 seconds after you press the shutter
button.
1 Configure the setting.
zzPress the button, choose []
in the menu, and then choose the [ ]]
option (=
22).
zzOnce the setting is complete, []] is
displayed.
2 Shoot.
zzFor Still Images: Press the shutter button
halfway to focus on the subject, and then
press it all the way down.
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Still ImagesMovies
Using the Self-Timer
With the self-timer, you can include yourself in group photos or other timed
shots. The camera will shoot about 10 seconds after you press the shutter
button.
1 Configure the setting.
zzPress the button, choose []
in the menu, and then choose the [ ]]
option (=
22).
zzOnce the setting is complete, []] is
displayed.
2 Shoot.
zzFor Still Images: Press the shutter button
halfway to focus on the subject, and then
press it all the way down.
zzFor Movies:...")
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Still ImagesMovies
Customizing the Self-TimerYou can specify the delay (0 – 30 seconds) and number of shots (1 –\
10).
1 Choose [$].
zzFollowing step 1 in “Using the Self-Timer”
(= 32), choose [$] and press the
button.
2 Configure the setting.
zzPress the buttons to choose
[Delay] or [Shots].
zzPress the buttons to choose a
value, and then press the < m> button.
zzOnce the setting is complete, [$] is
displayed.
zzFollow step 2 in “Using the Self-Timer”
(= 32) to shoot.
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Still ImagesMovies
Customizing the Self-TimerYou can specify the delay (0 – 30 seconds) and number of shots (1 –\
10).
1 Choose [$].
zzFollowing step 1 in “Using the Self-Timer”
(= 32), choose [$] and press the
button.
2 Configure the setting.
zzPress the buttons to choose
[Delay] or [Shots].
zzPress the buttons to choose a
value, and then press the < m> button.
zzOnce the setting is complete, [$] is
displayed.
zzFollow step 2 in “Using the Self-Timer”
(= 32) to shoot.
• For movies shot...")
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Still Images
Adding a Date Stamp
The camera can add the shooting date to images, in the lower-right corne\
r.
However, note that date stamps cannot be edited or removed, so confirm
beforehand that the date and time are correct (=
13).
1 Configure the setting.
zzPress the button, choose [Date
Stamp ] on the [4] tab, and then
choose the desired option ( = 23).
zzOnce the setting is complete, [] is
displayed.
2 Shoot.
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Still Images
Adding a Date Stamp
The camera can add the shooting date to images, in the lower-right corne\
r.
However, note that date stamps cannot be edited or removed, so confirm
beforehand that the date and time are correct (=
13).
1 Configure the setting.
zzPress the button, choose [Date
Stamp ] on the [4] tab, and then
choose the desired option ( = 23).
zzOnce the setting is complete, [] is
displayed.
2 Shoot.
zzAs you take shots, the camera adds the
shooting date or time to the...")
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Still Images
Continuous Shooting
Hold the shutter button all the way down to shoot continuously.
For details on the continuous shooting speed, see “Continuous Shootin\
g
Speed” (=
11 5).
1 Configure the setting.
zzPress the button, choose
[] in the menu, and then choose [ W]
(= 22).
zzOnce the setting is complete, [W] is
displayed.
2 Shoot.
zzHold the shutter button all the way down
to shoot continuously.
• Cannot be used with the self-timer ( =
32).
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Still Images
Continuous Shooting
Hold the shutter button all the way down to shoot continuously.
For details on the continuous shooting speed, see “Continuous Shootin\
g
Speed” (=
11 5).
1 Configure the setting.
zzPress the button, choose
[] in the menu, and then choose [ W]
(= 22).
zzOnce the setting is complete, [W] is
displayed.
2 Shoot.
zzHold the shutter button all the way down
to shoot continuously.
• Cannot be used with the self-timer ( =
32).
• Shooting may stop momentarily or...")
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Image Customization Features
Still Images
Changing Image Resolution (Size)
Choose from 5 levels of image resolution, as follows. For guidelines on \
how many shots at each resolution setting can fit on a memory card, see
“Number of Shots per Memory Card” (=
11 3).
zzPress the button, choose [] in
the menu, and choose the desired option
(=
22).
zzThe option you configured is now
displayed.
zzTo restore the original setting, repeat this
process but choose [].
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Image Customization Features
Still Images
Changing Image Resolution (Size)
Choose from 5 levels of image resolution, as follows. For guidelines on \
how many shots at each resolution setting can fit on a memory card, see
“Number of Shots per Memory Card” (=
11 3).
zzPress the button, choose [] in
the menu, and choose the desired option
(=
22).
zzThe option you configured is now
displayed.
zzTo restore the original setting, repeat this
process but choose [].
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31 Common, Convenient Features Still ImagesMovies Zooming In Closer on Subjects (Digital Zoom) When distant subjects are too far away to enlarge using optical zoom, use digital zoom for up to about 40x (IXUS 155) or 32x (IXUS 150 IXUS 145) enlargement. 1 Move the zoom lever toward . zzHold the lever until zooming stops. zzZooming stops at the largest possible zoom factor (before the image becomes noticeably grainy), which is then indicated on the screen. 2 Move the zoom lever toward again. zzThe camera zooms in even closer on the subject. Zoom Factor • Moving the zoom lever will display the zoom bar (which indicates the zoom position). The color of the zoom bar will change depending on the zoom range. - White range: optical zoom range where the image will not appear grainy. - Yellow range: digital zoom range where the image is not noticeably grainy (ZoomPlus). - Blue range: digital zoom range where the image will appear grainy. Because the blue range will not be available at some resolution settings (= 36), the maximum zoom factor can be achieved by following step 1. • Zoomed images may look grainy under some resolution settings (= 36) and zoom factors. In this case, the zoom factor is shown in blue. Before Use Basic Guide Advanced Guide Camera Basics Auto Mode Other Shooting Modes P Mode Playback Mode Setting Menu Accessories Appendix Index Before Use Basic Guide Advanced Guide Camera Basics Auto Mode Other Shooting Modes P Mode Playback Mode Setting Menu Accessories Appendix Index
32 Still ImagesMovies Using the Self-Timer With the self-timer, you can include yourself in group photos or other timed shots. The camera will shoot about 10 seconds after you press the shutter button. 1 Configure the setting. zzPress the button, choose [] in the menu, and then choose the [ ]] option (= 22). zzOnce the setting is complete, []] is displayed. 2 Shoot. zzFor Still Images: Press the shutter button halfway to focus on the subject, and then press it all the way down. zzFor Movies: Press the movie button. zzOnce you start the self-timer, the lamp will blink and the camera will play a self- timer sound. zzTwo seconds before the shot, the blinking and sound will speed up. (The lamp will remain lit in case the flash fires.) zzTo cancel shooting after you have triggered the self-timer, press the button. zzTo restore the original setting, choose [] in step 1. Still ImagesMovies Using the Self-Timer to Avoid Camera ShakeThis option delays shutter release until about two seconds after you hav\ e pressed the shutter button. If the camera is unsteady while you are pres\ sing the shutter button, it will not affect your shot. zzFollow step 1 in “Using the Self-Timer” (= 32) and choose [[]. zzOnce the setting is complete, [[] is displayed. zzFollow step 2 in “Using the Self-Timer” (= 32) to shoot. Before Use Basic Guide Advanced Guide Camera Basics Auto Mode Other Shooting Modes P Mode Playback Mode Setting Menu Accessories Appendix Index Before Use Basic Guide Advanced Guide Camera Basics Auto Mode Other Shooting Modes P Mode Playback Mode Setting Menu Accessories Appendix Index
33 Still ImagesMovies Customizing the Self-TimerYou can specify the delay (0 – 30 seconds) and number of shots (1 –\ 10). 1 Choose [$]. zzFollowing step 1 in “Using the Self-Timer” (= 32), choose [$] and press the button. 2 Configure the setting. zzPress the buttons to choose [Delay] or [Shots]. zzPress the buttons to choose a value, and then press the < m> button. zzOnce the setting is complete, [$] is displayed. zzFollow step 2 in “Using the Self-Timer” (= 32) to shoot. • For movies shot using the self-timer, [Delay] represents the delay before recording begins, but the [Shots] setting has no effect. • When you specify multiple shots, image brightness and white balance are \ determined by the first shot. More time is required between shots when the flash fires or when you have specified to take many shots. Shooting will stop automatically when the memory card becomes full. • When a delay longer than two seconds is specified, two seconds before the shot, the lamp blinking and self-timer sound will speed up. (The lamp w\ ill remain lit in case the flash fires.) Still Images Deactivating the Flash Prepare the camera for shooting without the flash as follows. zzPress the button several times until [!] is displayed. zzThe flash will no longer be activated. zzTo activate the flash, press the button again. ([] is displayed.) The flash will automatically fire in low-light conditions. • If a blinking [ ] icon is displayed when you press the shutter button halfway in camera-shake inducing, low-light conditions, mount the camera on a tripod or take other measures to keep it still. Before Use Basic Guide Advanced Guide Camera Basics Auto Mode Other Shooting Modes P Mode Playback Mode Setting Menu Accessories Appendix Index Before Use Basic Guide Advanced Guide Camera Basics Auto Mode Other Shooting Modes P Mode Playback Mode Setting Menu Accessories Appendix Index
34 Still Images Adding a Date Stamp The camera can add the shooting date to images, in the lower-right corne\ r. However, note that date stamps cannot be edited or removed, so confirm beforehand that the date and time are correct (= 13). 1 Configure the setting. zzPress the button, choose [Date Stamp ] on the [4] tab, and then choose the desired option ( = 23). zzOnce the setting is complete, [] is displayed. 2 Shoot. zzAs you take shots, the camera adds the shooting date or time to the lower-right corner of images. zzTo restore the original setting, choose [Off] in step 1. • Date stamps cannot be edited or removed. • Shots taken without adding a date stamp can be printed with one as follo\ ws. However, adding a date stamp this way to images that already have one may cause it to be printed twice. - Print using printer functions ( = 90) - Use camera DPOF print settings (= 93) to print - Use the software downloaded from the Canon website ( = 86) to print Before Use Basic Guide Advanced Guide Camera Basics Auto Mode Other Shooting Modes P Mode Playback Mode Setting Menu Accessories Appendix Index Before Use Basic Guide Advanced Guide Camera Basics Auto Mode Other Shooting Modes P Mode Playback Mode Setting Menu Accessories Appendix Index
35 Still Images Continuous Shooting Hold the shutter button all the way down to shoot continuously. For details on the continuous shooting speed, see “Continuous Shootin\ g Speed” (= 11 5). 1 Configure the setting. zzPress the button, choose [] in the menu, and then choose [ W] (= 22). zzOnce the setting is complete, [W] is displayed. 2 Shoot. zzHold the shutter button all the way down to shoot continuously. • Cannot be used with the self-timer ( = 32). • Shooting may stop momentarily or continuous shooting may slow down depending on shooting conditions, camera settings, and the zoom position. • As more shots are taken, shooting may slow down. • Shooting may slow down if the flash fires. Still ImagesMovies Using Eco Mode This function allows you to conserve battery power in Shooting mode. When the camera is not in use, the screen quickly darkens to reduce battery consumption. 1 Configure the setting. zzPress the button several times until [] is displayed. zzThe screen darkens when the camera is not used for approximately two seconds; approximately ten seconds after darkening, the screen turns off. The camera turns off after approximately three minutes of inactivity. zzBy pressing the button again, [] is displayed, and Eco Mode is deactivated. 2 Shoot. zzTo activate the screen and prepare for shooting when the screen is off but the lens is still out, press the shutter button halfway. Before Use Basic Guide Advanced Guide Camera Basics Auto Mode Other Shooting Modes P Mode Playback Mode Setting Menu Accessories Appendix Index Before Use Basic Guide Advanced Guide Camera Basics Auto Mode Other Shooting Modes P Mode Playback Mode Setting Menu Accessories Appendix Index
36 Image Customization Features Still Images Changing Image Resolution (Size) Choose from 5 levels of image resolution, as follows. For guidelines on \ how many shots at each resolution setting can fit on a memory card, see “Number of Shots per Memory Card” (= 11 3). zzPress the button, choose [] in the menu, and choose the desired option (= 22). zzThe option you configured is now displayed. zzTo restore the original setting, repeat this process but choose []. Guidelines for Choosing Resolution Based on Paper Size zz[]: For e-mailing images. zz[]: For images displayed on widescreen HDTVs or similar display devices, on a 16:9 screen. A2 (16.5 x 23.4 in.) A3 – A5 (11.7 x 16.5 – 5.8 x 8.3 in.) 5 x 7 in. Postcard 3.5 x 5 in. Still Images Red-Eye Correction Red-eye that occurs in flash photography can be automatically corrected as follows. zzPress the button, choose [Red-Eye Corr.] on the [4] tab, and then choose [On] (= 23). zzOnce the setting is complete, [R] is displayed. zzTo restore the original setting, repeat this process but choose [Off]. • Red-eye correction may be applied to image areas other than eyes (if the camera misinterprets red eye makeup as red pupils, for example). • You can also correct existing images ( = 71). Before Use Basic Guide Advanced Guide Camera Basics Auto Mode Other Shooting Modes P Mode Playback Mode Setting Menu Accessories Appendix Index Before Use Basic Guide Advanced Guide Camera Basics Auto Mode Other Shooting Modes P Mode Playback Mode Setting Menu Accessories Appendix Index
37 Movies Changing Movie Image Quality 2 image quality settings are available. For guidelines on the maximum movie length at each level of image quality that will fit on a memory card, see “Recording Time per Memory Card” (= 11 4). zzPress the button, choose [] in the menu, and choose the desired option (= 22). zzThe option you configured is now displayed. zzTo restore the original setting, repeat this process but choose []. Image Quality Resolution Frame Rate Details 1280 x 72025 fpsFor shooting in HD 640 x 480 30 fpsFor shooting in standard definition • In [ ] mode, black bars displayed on the top and bottom edges of the screen indicate image areas not recorded. Still Images Checking for Closed Eyes [] is displayed when the camera detects that people may have closed their eyes. 1 Configure the setting. zzPress the button, choose [Blink Detection] on the [4] tab, and then choose [On] (= 23). 2 Shoot. zz[] flashes when the camera detects a person whose eyes are closed. zzTo restore the original setting, choose [Off] in step 1. • When you have specified multiple shots in [ $] mode, this function is only available for the final shot. • A frame is displayed around people whose eyes are closed when you have selected [2 sec.], [4 sec.], [8 sec.], or [Hold] in [Display Time] (= 58). • This feature is not available in continuous shooting mode ( = 35). Before Use Basic Guide Advanced Guide Camera Basics Auto Mode Other Shooting Modes P Mode Playback Mode Setting Menu Accessories Appendix Index Before Use Basic Guide Advanced Guide Camera Basics Auto Mode Other Shooting Modes P Mode Playback Mode Setting Menu Accessories Appendix Index
38 Customizing Camera Operation Customize shooting functions on the MENU [4] tab as follows. For instructions on menu functions, see “Using Menus” ( = 23). Still Images Deactivating the Lamp You can deactivate the lamp that normally lights up to help you focus in \ low- light conditions when you press the shutter button halfway, or that lights up to reduce red-eye when you shoot in low-light conditions with the flash. zzPress the button, choose [Lamp Setting] on the [4] tab, and then choose [Off] (= 23). zzTo restore the original setting, repeat this process but choose [On]. Before Use Basic Guide Advanced Guide Camera Basics Auto Mode Other Shooting Modes P Mode Playback Mode Setting Menu Accessories Appendix Index Before Use Basic Guide Advanced Guide Camera Basics Auto Mode Other Shooting Modes P Mode Playback Mode Setting Menu Accessories Appendix Index
39 Other Shooting Modes Shoot more effectively in various scenes, and take shots enhanced with unique image e\ ffects or captured using special functions Brightness / Color Customization (Live View Control) ......................................... 40 Specific Scenes ................................................ 40Shooting with Reduced Motion Blur (Digital IS) ....41Applying Special Effects ................................. 42Shooting with a Fish-Eye Lens Effect (Fish-Eye Effect) ................................................... 42Shots Resembling Miniature Models (Miniature Effect) ................................................... 43 Shooting with a Toy Camera Effect (T oy Camera Effect) .............................................. 44 Shooting in Monochrome ...................................... 44 Special Modes for Other Purposes ................45Using the Face Self-Timer..................................... 45 Shooting Long Exposures (Long Shutter) ............. 46 Before Use Basic Guide Advanced Guide Camera Basics Auto Mode Other Shooting Modes P Mode Playback Mode Setting Menu Accessories Appendix Index Before Use Basic Guide Advanced Guide Camera Basics Auto Mode Other Shooting Modes P Mode Playback Mode Setting Menu Accessories Appendix Index
40 Still ImagesMovies Brightness / Color Customization (Live View Control) Image brightness or colors when shooting can be easily customized as follows. 1 Enter [] mode. zzPress the button several times until [] is displayed. 2 Configure the setting. zzPress the button to access the setting screen. Press the buttons to choose a setting item, and then press the buttons to adjust the value as you watch the screen. zzPress the button. 3 Shoot. BrightnessFor brighter images, adjust the level to the right, and for darker images, adjust it to the left. Color For more vivid images, adjust the level to the right, and for more subdued images, adjust it to the left. Tone For a warm, reddish tone, adjust the level to the right, and for a cool,\ bluish tone, adjust it to the left. Specific Scenes Choose a mode matching the shooting scene, and the camera will automatically configure the settings for optimal shots. 1 Choose a shooting mode. zzPress the button several times until [] is displayed. zzPress the button, choose [] in the menu, and choose the desired option (= 22). 2 Shoot. Still ImagesMovies I Shoot portraits (Portrait) zzTake shots of people with a softening effect. Still Images Shoot under low light (Low Light) zzShoot with minimal camera and subject shake even in low-light conditions. Before Use Basic Guide Advanced Guide Camera Basics Auto Mode Other Shooting Modes P Mode Playback Mode Setting Menu Accessories Appendix Index Before Use Basic Guide Advanced Guide Camera Basics Auto Mode Other Shooting Modes P Mode Playback Mode Setting Menu Accessories Appendix Index