Canon Ixus 170 User Guide
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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 (=
21).
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 (=
21).
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:...")
31 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 (= 21). 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 [$].
zzFollowing step 1 in “Using the Self-Timer”
(= 31), choose [$] 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, [$] is
displayed.
zzFollow step 2 in “Using the Self-Timer”
(= 31) to shoot.
• For movies shot...](http://img.usermanuals.tech/thumb/14/49656/w300_canon_ixus_170-user-guide-31.png "Page 32
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Still ImagesMovies
Customizing the Self-TimerYou can specify the delay (0 – 30 seconds) and number of shots (1 –\
10).
1 Choose [$].
zzFollowing step 1 in “Using the Self-Timer”
(= 31), 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”
(= 31) to shoot.
• For movies shot...")
32 Still ImagesMovies Customizing the Self-TimerYou can specify the delay (0 – 30 seconds) and number of shots (1 –\ 10). 1 Choose [$]. zzFollowing step 1 in “Using the Self-Timer” (= 31), choose [$] 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” (= 31) 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 (=
12).
1 Configure the setting.
zzPress the button, choose [Date
Stamp ] on the [4] tab, and then
choose the desired option ( = 22).
zzOnce the setting is complete, [] is
displayed.
2 Shoot.
zzAs you take shots, the camera adds the
shooting date or time to the...](http://img.usermanuals.tech/thumb/14/49656/w300_canon_ixus_170-user-guide-32.png "Page 33
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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 (=
12).
1 Configure the setting.
zzPress the button, choose [Date
Stamp ] on the [4] tab, and then
choose the desired option ( = 22).
zzOnce the setting is complete, [] is
displayed.
2 Shoot.
zzAs you take shots, the camera adds the
shooting date or time to the...")
33 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 (= 12). 1 Configure the setting. zzPress the button, choose [Date Stamp ] on the [4] tab, and then choose the desired option ( = 22). 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 3).
1 Configure the setting.
zzPress the button, choose
[] in the menu, and then choose [ W]
(= 21).
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 ( =
31).
• Shooting may stop momentarily or...](http://img.usermanuals.tech/thumb/14/49656/w300_canon_ixus_170-user-guide-33.png "Page 34
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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 3).
1 Configure the setting.
zzPress the button, choose
[] in the menu, and then choose [ W]
(= 21).
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 ( =
31).
• Shooting may stop momentarily or...")
34 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 3). 1 Configure the setting. zzPress the button, choose [] in the menu, and then choose [ W] (= 21). 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 ( = 31). • 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 2).
zzPress the button, choose [] in
the menu, and choose the desired option
(=
21).
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 2).
zzPress the button, choose [] in
the menu, and choose the desired option
(=
21).
zzThe option you configured is now
displayed.
zzTo restore the original setting, repeat this
process but choose [].
Guidelines for Choosing...")
35 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 2). zzPress the button, choose [] in the menu, and choose the desired option (= 21). zzThe option you configured is now displayed. zzTo restore the original setting, repeat this process but choose []. Guidelines for Choosing...
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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 2).
zzPress the button, choose [] in
the menu, and choose the desired option
(=
21).
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...](http://img.usermanuals.tech/thumb/14/49656/w300_canon_ixus_170-user-guide-35.png "Page 36
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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 2).
zzPress the button, choose [] in
the menu, and choose the desired option
(=
21).
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...")
36 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 2). zzPress the button, choose [] in the menu, and choose the desired option (= 21). 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...
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Customizing Camera Operation
Customize shooting functions on the MENU [4] tab as follows.
For instructions on menu functions, see “Using Menus” ( = 22).
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
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Customizing Camera Operation
Customize shooting functions on the MENU [4] tab as follows.
For instructions on menu functions, see “Using Menus” ( = 22).
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]...")
37 Customizing Camera Operation Customize shooting functions on the MENU [4] tab as follows. For instructions on menu functions, see “Using Menus” ( = 22). 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]...
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38 Other Shooting Modes Shoot more effectively in various scenes, and take shots enhanced with unique image effects or captured using special functions Brightness / Color Customization (Live View Control) ......................................... 39 Specific Scenes ................................................ 39Shooting with Reduced Motion Blur (Digital IS) ....40Applying Special Effects ................................. 41Shooting with a Fish-Eye Lens Effect (Fish-Eye Effect)...
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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.
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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...")
39 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...
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Still ImagesMovies
P Shoot with snowy backgrounds (Snow)
zzBright, natural-colored shots of people
against snowy backgrounds.
Still ImagesMovies
t Shoot fireworks (Fireworks)
zzVivid shots of fireworks.
• In [t] mode, mount the camera on a tripod or take other measures
to keep it still and prevent camera shake.
IXUS 170 IXUS 165• Set [IS Mode] to [Off] when using a tripod or other means to secure
the camera (= 58).
• [] mode resolution is [] (2560 x 1920) and cannot be changed.
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Still ImagesMovies
P Shoot with snowy backgrounds (Snow)
zzBright, natural-colored shots of people
against snowy backgrounds.
Still ImagesMovies
t Shoot fireworks (Fireworks)
zzVivid shots of fireworks.
• In [t] mode, mount the camera on a tripod or take other measures
to keep it still and prevent camera shake.
IXUS 170 IXUS 165• Set [IS Mode] to [Off] when using a tripod or other means to secure
the camera (= 58).
• [] mode resolution is [] (2560 x 1920) and cannot be changed.
• In [t]...")
40 Still ImagesMovies P Shoot with snowy backgrounds (Snow) zzBright, natural-colored shots of people against snowy backgrounds. Still ImagesMovies t Shoot fireworks (Fireworks) zzVivid shots of fireworks. • In [t] mode, mount the camera on a tripod or take other measures to keep it still and prevent camera shake. IXUS 170 IXUS 165• Set [IS Mode] to [Off] when using a tripod or other means to secure the camera (= 58). • [] mode resolution is [] (2560 x 1920) and cannot be changed. • In [t]...