Canon Powershot Sx600 Hs User Guide
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Specific Scenes
Choose a mode matching the shooting scene, and the camera will
automatically configure the settings for optimal shots.
1 Enter [4] mode.
zzSet the mode switch to [4].
2 Choose a shooting mode.
zzPress the button, choose []
in the menu, and then choose a shooting
mode (=
20).
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...](http://img.usermanuals.tech/thumb/14/49675/w300_canon_powershot_sx600_hs-user-guide-40.png "Page 41
41
Specific Scenes
Choose a mode matching the shooting scene, and the camera will
automatically configure the settings for optimal shots.
1 Enter [4] mode.
zzSet the mode switch to [4].
2 Choose a shooting mode.
zzPress the button, choose []
in the menu, and then choose a shooting
mode (=
20).
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...")
41 Specific Scenes Choose a mode matching the shooting scene, and the camera will automatically configure the settings for optimal shots. 1 Enter [4] mode. zzSet the mode switch to [4]. 2 Choose a shooting mode. zzPress the button, choose [] in the menu, and then choose a shooting mode (= 20). 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...
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Still ImagesMovies
t Shoot fireworks (Fireworks)
zzVivid shots of fireworks.
• Subjects appear larger in [
] mode compared to other modes.
• In [] mode, shots may look grainy because the ISO speed
(= 54) is increased to suit the shooting conditions.
• Because the camera will shoot continuously in [] mode, hold it
steady while shooting.
• In [
] mode, excessive motion blur or certain shooting conditions
may prevent you from obtaining the desired results.
• In [t] mode, mount the camera on a...](http://img.usermanuals.tech/thumb/14/49675/w300_canon_powershot_sx600_hs-user-guide-41.png "Page 42
42
Still ImagesMovies
t Shoot fireworks (Fireworks)
zzVivid shots of fireworks.
• Subjects appear larger in [
] mode compared to other modes.
• In [] mode, shots may look grainy because the ISO speed
(= 54) is increased to suit the shooting conditions.
• Because the camera will shoot continuously in [] mode, hold it
steady while shooting.
• In [
] mode, excessive motion blur or certain shooting conditions
may prevent you from obtaining the desired results.
• In [t] mode, mount the camera on a...")
42 Still ImagesMovies t Shoot fireworks (Fireworks) zzVivid shots of fireworks. • Subjects appear larger in [ ] mode compared to other modes. • In [] mode, shots may look grainy because the ISO speed (= 54) is increased to suit the shooting conditions. • Because the camera will shoot continuously in [] mode, hold it steady while shooting. • In [ ] mode, excessive motion blur or certain shooting conditions may prevent you from obtaining the desired results. • In [t] mode, mount the camera on a...
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Still Images
Enjoying a Variety of Images from Each Shot
(Creative Shot)
The camera determines the subject and shooting conditions, automatically\
applying special effects and recomposing the shot to emphasize the
subject. Six still images are recorded for each shot. You can capture
multiple still images with effects using camera-determined settings.
1 Enter [] mode.
zzSet the mode switch to [].
2 Shoot.
zzPress the shutter button all the way
down. As you shoot, the shutter sound is
played...](http://img.usermanuals.tech/thumb/14/49675/w300_canon_powershot_sx600_hs-user-guide-42.png "Page 43
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Still Images
Enjoying a Variety of Images from Each Shot
(Creative Shot)
The camera determines the subject and shooting conditions, automatically\
applying special effects and recomposing the shot to emphasize the
subject. Six still images are recorded for each shot. You can capture
multiple still images with effects using camera-determined settings.
1 Enter [] mode.
zzSet the mode switch to [].
2 Shoot.
zzPress the shutter button all the way
down. As you shoot, the shutter sound is
played...")
43 Still Images Enjoying a Variety of Images from Each Shot (Creative Shot) The camera determines the subject and shooting conditions, automatically\ applying special effects and recomposing the shot to emphasize the subject. Six still images are recorded for each shot. You can capture multiple still images with effects using camera-determined settings. 1 Enter [] mode. zzSet the mode switch to []. 2 Shoot. zzPress the shutter button all the way down. As you shoot, the shutter sound is played...
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Still Images
Choosing EffectsYou can choose effects for images captured in [] mode.
zzAfter choosing [] mode, press the
button.
zzPress the buttons to choose the
effect, and then press the button.
Auto All effects
Retro Images resemble old photos
Monochrome Images are generated in one color
Special Bold, distinctive-looking images
Natural Subdued, natural-looking images
Still Images
Shooting with a Fish-Eye Lens Effect
(Fish-Eye Effect)
Shoot with the distorting effect of a fish-eye lens.
1...](http://img.usermanuals.tech/thumb/14/49675/w300_canon_powershot_sx600_hs-user-guide-43.png "Page 44
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Still Images
Choosing EffectsYou can choose effects for images captured in [] mode.
zzAfter choosing [] mode, press the
button.
zzPress the buttons to choose the
effect, and then press the button.
Auto All effects
Retro Images resemble old photos
Monochrome Images are generated in one color
Special Bold, distinctive-looking images
Natural Subdued, natural-looking images
Still Images
Shooting with a Fish-Eye Lens Effect
(Fish-Eye Effect)
Shoot with the distorting effect of a fish-eye lens.
1...")
44 Still Images Choosing EffectsYou can choose effects for images captured in [] mode. zzAfter choosing [] mode, press the button. zzPress the buttons to choose the effect, and then press the button. Auto All effects Retro Images resemble old photos Monochrome Images are generated in one color Special Bold, distinctive-looking images Natural Subdued, natural-looking images Still Images Shooting with a Fish-Eye Lens Effect (Fish-Eye Effect) Shoot with the distorting effect of a fish-eye lens. 1...
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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 obj\
ects
in the scene will move quickly during playback. Note that sound is not recorded.
1 Choose [].
zzFollow steps 1 – 2 in “Specific Scenes”
(= 41) and choose [].
zzA white frame is...](http://img.usermanuals.tech/thumb/14/49675/w300_canon_powershot_sx600_hs-user-guide-44.png "Page 45
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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 obj\
ects
in the scene will move quickly during playback. Note that sound is not recorded.
1 Choose [].
zzFollow steps 1 – 2 in “Specific Scenes”
(= 41) and choose [].
zzA white frame is...")
45 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 obj\ ects in the scene will move quickly during playback. Note that sound is not recorded. 1 Choose []. zzFollow steps 1 – 2 in “Specific Scenes” (= 41) and choose []. zzA white frame is...
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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 “Specific Scenes”
(= 41) and choose [].
2 Choose a color tone.
zzPress the button, press the
buttons to choose a color tone,
and then press the button.
zzA preview is shown of how your shot will
look with the effect applied.
3 Shoot.
Standard Shots...](http://img.usermanuals.tech/thumb/14/49675/w300_canon_powershot_sx600_hs-user-guide-45.png "Page 46
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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 “Specific Scenes”
(= 41) and choose [].
2 Choose a color tone.
zzPress the button, press the
buttons to choose a color tone,
and then press the button.
zzA preview is shown of how your shot will
look with the effect applied.
3 Shoot.
Standard Shots...")
46 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 “Specific Scenes” (= 41) and choose []. 2 Choose a color tone. zzPress the button, press the buttons to choose a color tone, and then press the button. zzA preview is shown of how your shot will look with the effect applied. 3 Shoot. Standard 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”
(= 41) and choose [], and then
press the button.
zzPress the buttons to choose
[], and then press the button.
zzThe camera now enters shooting standby
mode, and [Smile Detection on] is
displayed.
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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”
(= 41) and choose [], and then
press the button.
zzPress the buttons to choose
[], and then press the button.
zzThe camera now enters shooting standby
mode, and [Smile Detection on] is
displayed.
2 Aim...")
47 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” (= 41) and choose [], and then press the button. zzPress the buttons to choose [], and then press the button. zzThe camera now enters shooting standby mode, and [Smile Detection on] is displayed. 2 Aim...
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48 4 Face the camera and wink. zzThe camera will shoot about two seconds after detecting a wink by the person whose face is inside the frame. zzTo cancel shooting after you have triggered the self-timer, press the button. • If the wink is not detected, wink again slowly and deliberately. • Winking may not be detected if eyes are obscured by hair, a hat, or glasses. • Closing and opening both eyes at once will also be detected as a wink. • If winking is not detected, the camera will shoot about...
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4 Join the subjects in the shooting area and look at the camera.
zzAfter the camera detects a new face, the
lamp blinking and self-timer sound will
speed up. (When the flash fires, the lamp
will remain lit.) About two seconds later,
the camera will shoot.
zzTo cancel shooting after you have
triggered the self-timer, press the
button.
• Even if your face is not detected after you join the others in the shoot\
ing area,
the camera will shoot about 15 seconds later.
• To change the number of...](http://img.usermanuals.tech/thumb/14/49675/w300_canon_powershot_sx600_hs-user-guide-48.png "Page 49
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4 Join the subjects in the shooting area and look at the camera.
zzAfter the camera detects a new face, the
lamp blinking and self-timer sound will
speed up. (When the flash fires, the lamp
will remain lit.) About two seconds later,
the camera will shoot.
zzTo cancel shooting after you have
triggered the self-timer, press the
button.
• Even if your face is not detected after you join the others in the shoot\
ing area,
the camera will shoot about 15 seconds later.
• To change the number of...")
49 4 Join the subjects in the shooting area and look at the camera. zzAfter the camera detects a new face, the lamp blinking and self-timer sound will speed up. (When the flash fires, the lamp will remain lit.) About two seconds later, the camera will shoot. zzTo cancel shooting after you have triggered the self-timer, press the button. • Even if your face is not detected after you join the others in the shoot\ ing area, the camera will shoot about 15 seconds later. • To change the number of...
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• If the flash fires, your shot may be overexposed. In this case, set the flash to
[!] and shoot again ( = 61).
Still Images
High-Speed Continuous Shooting
(High-Speed Burst)
You can shoot a series of shots in rapid succession by holding the shutte\
r
button all the way down. For details on the continuous shooting speed, s\
ee
“Continuous Shooting Speed” ( =
156).
1 Choose [].
zzFollow steps 1 – 2 in “Specific Scenes”
(= 41) and choose [].
2 Shoot.
zzHold the shutter button all the way down...](http://img.usermanuals.tech/thumb/14/49675/w300_canon_powershot_sx600_hs-user-guide-49.png "Page 50
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• If the flash fires, your shot may be overexposed. In this case, set the flash to
[!] and shoot again ( = 61).
Still Images
High-Speed Continuous Shooting
(High-Speed Burst)
You can shoot a series of shots in rapid succession by holding the shutte\
r
button all the way down. For details on the continuous shooting speed, s\
ee
“Continuous Shooting Speed” ( =
156).
1 Choose [].
zzFollow steps 1 – 2 in “Specific Scenes”
(= 41) and choose [].
2 Shoot.
zzHold the shutter button all the way down...")
50 • If the flash fires, your shot may be overexposed. In this case, set the flash to [!] and shoot again ( = 61). Still Images High-Speed Continuous Shooting (High-Speed Burst) You can shoot a series of shots in rapid succession by holding the shutte\ r button all the way down. For details on the continuous shooting speed, s\ ee “Continuous Shooting Speed” ( = 156). 1 Choose []. zzFollow steps 1 – 2 in “Specific Scenes” (= 41) and choose []. 2 Shoot. zzHold the shutter button all the way down...