Canon PowerShot G16 User Guide

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Common Camera 
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Advanced Guide
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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
Other Shooting Modes
Shoot more effectively in various scenes, and take shots enhanced with unique image e\
ffects or 
captured using special functions
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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)
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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  
						

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Playback Mode
Wi-Fi Functions
Setting Menu
Accessories
Appendix
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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.  
						

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Tv, Av, M, C1, 
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Wi-Fi Functions
Setting Menu
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Appendix
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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 
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•	 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.  
						

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Playback Mode
Wi-Fi Functions
Setting Menu
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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.  
						

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Auto Mode / 
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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
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.
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Tv, Av, M, C1, 
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Playback Mode
Wi-Fi Functions
Setting Menu
Accessories
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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 
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Auto Mode / 
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Tv, Av, M, C1, 
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Playback Mode
Wi-Fi Functions
Setting Menu
Accessories
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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\
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the images.
•	 To adjust the effect level, turn the  dial.   
						

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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.  
						

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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.