Canon PowerShot G16 User Guide

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Before Use
Common Camera 
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Advanced Guide
Camera Basics
Auto Mode / 
Hybrid Auto Mode
Other Shooting 
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Tv, Av, M, C1, 
and C2 Mode
Playback Mode
Wi-Fi Functions
Setting Menu
Accessories
Appendix
Index
Basic Guide
P Mode
•	 If [Auto] does not produce the expected results, try correcting images u\
sing 
[Low], [Medium], or [High].
Still Images
Correcting Red-Eye
Automatically corrects images affected by red-eye. You can save the 
corrected	image	as	a	separate	file.
1 Choose [Red-Eye Correction].
zzPress the  button, and then 
choose [Red-Eye Correction] on the [ 1] 
tab (=
  25).
2 Choose an image.
zzPress the  buttons or turn the 
 dial to choose an image.
3 Correct the image.
zzPress the  button.
zzRed-eye detected by the camera is now 
corrected, and frames are displayed 
around corrected image areas.
zzEnlarge or reduce images as needed. 
Follow the steps in “Magnifying Images” 
(=
  109).
4 Save as a new image and 
review.
zzPress the  buttons or 
turn the  dial to choose [New File], 
and then press the  button.
zzThe	image	is	now	saved	as	a	new	file.
zzFollow step 5 in “Resizing Images” 
(=  11 9 ).
•	 Some images may not be corrected accurately.
•	 To overwrite the original image with the corrected image, choose 
[Overwrite] in step 4. In this case, the original image will be erased.
•	 Protected images cannot be overwritten.
•	 RAW images cannot be edited this way.
•	 Red-eye correction can be applied to JPEG images shot in [
], but 
the original image cannot be overwritten.  
						

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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
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Basic Guide
P Mode
Movies
Editing Movies
You can cut movies to remove unneeded portions at the beginning or end.
1 Choose [*].
zzFollowing steps 1 – 5 in “Viewing” 
(=  102), choose [*] and press the 
 button.
zzThe movie editing panel and editing bar 
are now displayed.
2 Specify portions to cut.
zzPress the  buttons to choose 
[] or [].
zzTo view the portions you can cut 
(identified	by	[] on the screen), press 
the  buttons or turn the  
dial to move [
]. Cut the beginning of the 
movie (from []) by choosing [], and 
cut the end of the movie by choosing 
[
].
zzIf you move [] to a position other than a 
[] mark, in [] the portion before the 
nearest [] mark on the left will be cut, 
while in [] the portion after the nearest 
[] mark on the right will be cut.
Movie Editing Panel
Movie Editing Bar
3 Review the edited movie.
zzPress the  buttons to choose 
[], and then press the  button. 
The edited movie is now played.
zzTo edit the movie again, repeat step 2.
zzTo cancel editing, press the < o> 
buttons to choose []. Press the < m> 
button, choose [OK] (either press the 
 buttons or turn the  dial), 
and then press the  button again.
4 Save the edited movie.
zzPress the  buttons to choose 
[], and then press the  button.
zzPress the  buttons or 
turn the  dial to choose [New File], 
and then press the  button.
zzThe	movie	is	now	saved	as	a	new	file.
zzChoose [Save w/o Comp.], and then 
press the  button.  
						

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Advanced Guide
Camera Basics
Auto Mode / 
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Other Shooting 
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Tv, Av, M, C1, 
and C2 Mode
Playback Mode
Wi-Fi Functions
Setting Menu
Accessories
Appendix
Index
Basic Guide
P Mode
Movies
Editing Digest Movies
Individual chapters (clips) (=  31) recorded in [] mode can be erased, as 
needed. Be careful when erasing clips, because they cannot be recovered.\
1 Select the clip to erase.
zzFollow steps 1 – 2 in “Viewing Short 
Movies Created When Shooting Still 
Images (Digest Movies)” ( =
  104) to 
play a movie created in [] mode, and 
then press the  button to access the 
movie control panel.
zzPress the  buttons or turn the 
 dial to choose [] or [], and then 
press the  button.
2 Choose [].
zzPress the  buttons or turn the 
 dial to choose [], and then press 
the  button.
zzThe selected clip is played back repeatedly.
3	 Confirm	erasure.
zzPress the  buttons or turn the 
 dial to choose [OK], and then press 
the  button.
zzThe clip is erased, and the short movie is 
overwritten.
•	 [] is not displayed if you select a clip when the camera is connected to \
a 
printer.
•	 To overwrite the original movie with the cut one, choose [Overwrite] 
in step 4. In this case, the original movie will be erased.
•	 If
	the	memory	card	lacks	sufficient	space,	only	[Overwrite]	will	be	available.
•	 Movies may not be saved if the battery pack runs out while saving 
is in progress.
•	 When editing movies, you should use a fully charged battery pack or 
an AC adapter kit (sold separately, =
  160).
Reducing File Sizes
Movie	file	sizes	can	be	reduced	by	compressing	movies	as	follows.
zzOn the screen in step 2 of “Editing 
Movies”, choose []. Choose [New File], 
and then press the  button.
zzChoose [Compress & Sav.], and then 
press the  button.
•	 Compressed movies are saved in [] format.
•	 [] movies cannot be compressed.
•	 Edited movies cannot be saved in compressed format when you choose 
[Overwrite].
•	 However,
	you	can	compress	and	save	edited	movies	as	new	files	by	choosing	[Compress & Sav.].  
						

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Advanced Guide
Camera Basics
Auto Mode / 
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Other Shooting 
Modes
Tv, Av, M, C1, 
and C2 Mode
Playback Mode
Wi-Fi Functions
Setting Menu
Accessories
Appendix
Index
Basic Guide
P Mode
Wi-Fi Functions
Send images wirelessly from the camera to a variety of compatible device\
s, and use the camera 
with Web services
7
What You Can Do with Wi-Fi ......................... 125
Preparing to Share Images via Wi-Fi
 ............ 126Uploading Images to Web Services .................... 126
Sending Images to a Smartphone ....................... 126
Sending Images to Another Camera ................... 126
Sending Images to a Computer .......................... 127
Printing Images Wirelessly .................................. 127Registering Web Services .............................127Registering CANON iMAGE GATEWAY .............128
Registering Other Web Services ......................... 130Installing CameraWindow on a 
Smartphone ................................................... 130
Preparing to Register a Computer
 ................ 131Checking Your Computer Environment ...............131Installing the Software
 .........................................
131
Configuring	the	Computer	for	a	Wi-Fi	Connection	(Windows Only) ................................................... 133Accessing the Wi-Fi Menu .............................133Initial Connection via Wi-Fi .................................. 133
After the Initial Wi-Fi Connection ......................... 134Connecting via an Access Point ...................134Confirming	Access	Point	Compatibility ................134
Connecting to WPS-Compatible Access Points .. 135
Connecting to Access Points in the List .............. 138Connecting without an Access Point ...........139Previous Access  Points ....................................... 140Connecting to Another Camera ....................141Sending Images
 ..............................................
142Sending Images Individually ...............................142
Sending Multiple Images ..................................... 143
Adding Comments ............................................... 143Saving Images to a Computer .......................144
Sending Images Automatically   
(Image Sync)
 ................................................. 145Initial Preparations ..............................................145
Sending Images .................................................. 146Geotagging Images on the Camera ..............146
Editing or Erasing Wi-Fi Settings
 ................. 147Editing Connection Information ........................... 147
Returning the Wi-Fi Settings to Default ............... 148  
						

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Camera Basics
Auto Mode / 
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Other Shooting 
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Tv, Av, M, C1, 
and C2 Mode
Playback Mode
Wi-Fi Functions
Setting Menu
Accessories
Appendix
Index
Basic Guide
P Mode
Connecting to a ComputerUse the software to wirelessly send images from the camera to 
a computer.
Connecting to a PrinterSend images wirelessly to a PictBridge-compatible printer 
(supporting DPS over IP) to print them.
•	 Before using Wi-Fi, be sure to read “Wi-Fi (Wireless LAN) 
Precautions” ( =
  210) and “Security Precautions” ( =  2 11).
What You Can Do with Wi-Fi
This camera is an approved Wi-Fi®* product. You can wirelessly connect to 
and send images to the following devices and services.
Note that, in this chapter, wireless LAN functions other than Wi-Fi may be 
referred to as Wi-Fi.
* Wi-Fi	is	a	brand	name	that	indicates	interoperability	certification	of	wireless	LAN devices.
Connecting to Web ServicesImages can be sent to social network services and other Web 
services via CANON iMAGE GATEWAY*. Unsent images on 
the camera can also be sent automatically to a computer or 
Web service via CANON iMAGE GATEWAY.
* CANON iMAGE GATEWAY is an online photo service available to 
those who have purchased this product.
Connecting to a SmartphoneSend images to smartphones and tablet computers that 
have Wi-Fi functions. You can also geotag your shots from a 
connected smartphone or tablet.
For convenience in this manual, smartphones, tablets, and 
other compatible devices are collectively referred to as 
“smartphones”.
Connecting to Another CameraUse the Wi-Fi function to send images between Canon-brand, 
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Advanced Guide
Camera Basics
Auto Mode / 
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Other Shooting 
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Tv, Av, M, C1, 
and C2 Mode
Playback Mode
Wi-Fi Functions
Setting Menu
Accessories
Appendix
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Basic Guide
P Mode
Preparing to Share Images via Wi-Fi
Sending	images	via	Wi-Fi	requires	some	initial	preparation	on	the	camera	and target devices. Preparations and methods of sending images vary 
depending on the destination.
Note that before using Wi-Fi (=
  133), you will need to register a camera 
nickname on the camera.
Uploading Images to Web Ser vices
SNS, video-
sharing sites,  e-mail
Access point
Camera Computer or smartphone 
browsersCANON iMAGE GATEWAY
 Register Web services (=  127) Connect via an access point (=  134) Send images (=  142)*
*  You can send images to a computer or Web service (=  145).
Sending Images to a Smar tphone
Internet
Smartphone
Tablet computer
Access point
CameraCameraWindow
 Install CameraWindow on a smartphone (
=  130)   Connect directly (=  139) or via an access point (=  134) Send images (=  142)
Sending Images to Another Camera
CameraCamera
 Connect to another camera (=  141) Send images (=  142)  
						

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Camera Basics
Auto Mode / 
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Other Shooting 
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Tv, Av, M, C1, 
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Playback Mode
Wi-Fi Functions
Setting Menu
Accessories
Appendix
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Basic Guide
P Mode
Sending Images to a Computer
Camera Computer
Access point Internet
CameraWindow
 Check your computer environment (
=  131) Install CameraWindow on a computer ( =  131)	 Configure	the	computer	for	a	Wi-Fi	connection	(Windows	only,	=  133) Connect via an access point (=  134) Save images to a computer (=  144)
Printing Images Wirelessly
Camera
Printer
Access point
   Connect directly (=  139) or via an access point (=  134) Print images (=  176)
Registering Web Ser vices
Use a smartphone or computer to add to the camera Web services that you 
want to use.
•	 A smartphone or computer with a browser and Internet connection is 
required
	to	complete	camera	settings	for	CANON	iMAGE	GATEWAY	and	other Web services.
•	 Check the CANON iMAGE GATEWAY website for details on browser 
(Microsoft
	Internet	Explorer,	etc.)	requirements,	including	settings	and	version information.
•	 For information on countries and regions where CANON iMAGE 
GATEWAY is available, visit the Canon website (http://www.canon.com/
cig/).
•	 You must have an account with Web services other than CANON iMAGE 
GATEWAY if you desire to use them. For further details, check the 
websites for each Web service you want to register.
•	 Separate ISP connection and access point fees may be applicable.  
						

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Playback Mode
Wi-Fi Functions
Setting Menu
Accessories
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Basic Guide
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4 Choose [].
zzPress the  buttons or 
turn the  dial to choose [], and 
then press the  button.
5 Establish a connection with the 
access point.
zzPress the  buttons or turn the 
 dial to choose [Authenticate], and 
then press the  button.
6 Choose an access point.
zzPress the  buttons or turn the 
 dial to choose a network (access 
point), and then press the < m> button.
Registering CANON iMAGE GATEWAY
After linking the camera and CANON iMAGE GATEWAY, add CANON 
iMAGE GATEWAY as a destination Web service on the camera.
1 Log in to CANON iMAGE 
GATEWAY and access the 
camera settings page.
zzFrom a computer or smartphone, access 
http://www.canon.com/cig/ and visit the 
CANON iMAGE GATEWAY site for your 
region.
zzAccess the camera settings page.
zzOnce the login screen is displayed, 
enter your user name and password 
to log in. If you do not have a CANON 
iMAGE GATEWAY account, follow 
the instructions to complete member 
registration (free of charge).
2 Choose your camera model.
zzOn this camera model, [] is displayed 
in the Wi-Fi menu.
zzOnce you choose the model, a page is 
displayed for entering the authentication 
code. On this page in step 9, you will 
enter the authentication code displayed 
on the camera after steps 3 – 8.
3 Access the Wi-Fi menu.
zzOn the camera, access the Wi-Fi menu 
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7 Enter the access point 
password.
zzPress the  button to access the 
keyboard, and then enter the password 
(=
  135).
zzPress the  buttons or turn the 
 dial to choose [Next], and then 
press the  button.
8 Choose [Auto] and establish the 
connection.
zzPress the  buttons or turn the 
 dial to choose [Auto], and then 
press the  button.
zzOnce the camera is connected to CANON 
iMAGE GATEWAY via the access point, 
an authentication code is displayed.
9 Enter the authentication code.
zzOn the smartphone or computer, enter 
the authentication code displayed on the 
camera and go to the next step.
zzA	six-digit	confirmation	number	is	displayed.
10	 Check	the	confirmation	numbers and complete the 
setup process.
zzMake	sure	the	confirmation	number	on	the camera matches the number on the 
smartphone or computer.
zzPress the  buttons or turn the 
 dial to choose [OK], and then press 
the  button.
zzComplete the setup process on the 
smartphone or computer.
zz[] (=  145) and CANON iMAGE 
GATEWAY are now added as 
destinations, and the [
] icon changes 
to [].
zzA message is displayed on the 
smartphone or computer to indicate that 
this
	process	is	finished.	To	add	other	Web services, follow the procedure 
in “Registering Other Web Services” 
(=
  130) from step 2.
•	 You can connect to WPS-compatible access points by choosing [WPS 
Connection] in step 6. For details, see steps 6 – 8 in “Connecting\
 to WPS-
Compatible Access Points” (=
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Auto Mode / 
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Other Shooting 
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Tv, Av, M, C1, 
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Playback Mode
Wi-Fi Functions
Setting Menu
Accessories
Appendix
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Basic Guide
P Mode
Registering Other Web Ser vices
You can also add Web services besides CANON iMAGE GATEWAY to the 
camera. Note that CANON iMAGE GATEWAY must be registered on the 
camera
	first	(=  128).
1 Access the Web service 
settings screen.
zzFollow step 1 in “Registering CANON 
iMAGE GATEWAY” (=  128) to log in 
to CANON iMAGE GATEWAY, and then 
access the Web service settings screen.
2	 Configure	the	Web	service	you	want to use.
zzFollow the instructions displayed on the 
smartphone or computer to set up the 
Web service.
3 Choose [].
zzAccess the Wi-Fi menu (=  133), choose 
[] (either press the  
buttons or turn the  dial), and then 
press the  button.
zzThe Web service settings are now 
updated.
•	 If	any	configured	settings	change,	follow	these	steps	again	to	update	the	camera settings.
Installing CameraWindow on a 
Smartphone
Before	connecting	your	camera	to	a	smartphone,	first	install	the	free	dedicated application, CameraWindow, on your smartphone.
1 Connect the smartphone to a 
network.
2 Install CameraWindow.
zzFor an iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch, 
download and install CameraWindow 
from the App Store.
zzFor an Android device, download and 
install CameraWindow from Google Play.
zzAfter installation, use the camera 
to establish a connection with the 
smartphone ( =
  134, 139).
•	For details on this application (supported smartphones and included functions), 
refer to the Canon website.