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 ●To conserve battery power, you should normally choose [On] for 
[Auto Power Down] and [1 min.] or less for [Display Off].
 ●The [Display Off] setting is applied even if you set [Auto Power 
Down] to [Off].
 ●These power-saving functions are not available when you have 
set Eco mode ( = 171) to [On].
Screen Brightness
Adjust screen brightness as follows.
 z
Choose [Disp. Brightness] on the [2] 
tab, press the [] button, and then press 
the [][] buttons or turn the [] dial to 
adjust the brightness.
 ● For maximum brightness, press and hold [] for at least one 
second when the shooting screen is displayed or when in single-
image display. (This will override the [Disp. Brightness] setting 
on the [
2] tab.) To restore the original brightness, press and 
hold the [] button again for at least one second or restart the 
camera.
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.
 z Choose [Eco Mode] on the [2] tab, and 
then choose [On].
 z [] is now shown on the shooting 
screen ( = 197).
 z
The 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.
2 Shoot.
 zTo activate the screen and prepare for 
shooting when the screen is off but the 
lens is still out, press the shutter button 
halfway.
Power-Saving Adjustment
Adjust the timing of automatic camera and screen deactivation (Auto 
Power Down and Display Off, respectively) as needed ( = 27).
 z
Choose [Power Saving] on the [2] tab, 
and then press the [] button.
 z Choose an item, press the [] button, 
and then press the [][] buttons or turn 
the [] dial to configure the setting.
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Auto Mode /
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Other Shooting Modes
P Mode
Tv, Av, M, and C Mode
Playback Mode
Wi-Fi Functions
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 zTo set daylight saving time (1 hour 
ahead), choose [] by pressing the 
[][] buttons or turning the [] dial, 
and then choose [] by pressing the 
[][] buttons.
 z Press the [] button.
2 Switch to the destination time zone.
 zPress the [][] buttons or turn the [] 
dial to choose [ World], and then press 
the [] button.
 z [] is now shown on the shooting screen 
( = 197).
 ●
Adjusting the date or time while in [] mode ( = 21) will 
automatically update your [ Home] time and date.
Date and Time
Adjust the date and time as follows.
 z Choose [Date/Time] on the [2] tab, and 
then press the [] button.
 z Press the [][] buttons to choose an 
option, and then adjust the setting, either 
by pressing the [
][] buttons or turning 
the [] dial.
Switching the Color of Screen Information
 Still Images  Movies
Information displayed on the screen and menus can be changed to a color \
suitable for shooting under low-light conditions. Enabling this setting \
is 
useful in modes such as [
] ( = 65).
 z
Choose [Night Display] on the [2] tab, 
and then choose [On] ( = 30).
 z
To restore the original display, choose 
[Off].
 ● You can also return the setting to [Off] by holding down the 
[] button for at least one second on the shooting screen or in 
Playback mode during single-image display.
World Clock
To ensure that your shots will have the correct local date and time when \
you travel abroad, simply register the destination in advance and switch\
 to 
that time zone. This convenient feature eliminates the need to change the 
Date/Time setting manually.
Before using the world clock, be sure to set the date and time and your \
home time zone, as described in “Setting the Date and Time” ( =
 20).
1 Specify your destination.
 z
Choose [Time Zone] on the [2] tab, and 
then press the [] button.
 z Press the [][] buttons or turn the [] 
dial to choose [ World], and then press 
the [] button.
 z Press the [][] buttons to choose the 
destination.
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Auto Mode /
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Other Shooting Modes
P Mode
Tv, Av, M, and C Mode
Playback Mode
Wi-Fi Functions
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Silencing Camera Operations
Silence camera sounds and movies as follows.
 zChoose [Mute] on the [3] tab, and then 
choose [On].
 ● Operation can also be silenced by holding down the [] button 
as you turn the camera on.
 ● Sound is not played during movies ( = 110) if you mute camera 
sounds. To restore sound during movies, press the [] button or 
drag up across the screen. Adjust volume as needed by pressing 
the [
][] buttons or by dragging up or down quickly.
Adjusting the Volume
Adjust the volume of individual camera sounds as follows.
 z Choose [Volume] on the [3] tab, and 
then press the [] button.
 z Choose an item, and then press the 
[][] buttons to adjust the volume.
Lens Retraction Timing
The lens is normally retracted for safety about one minute after you pre\
ss 
the [] button in Shooting mode ( = 26). To have the lens retracted 
immediately after you press the [] button, set the retraction timing to 
[0 sec.].
 z Choose [Lens Retraction] on the [2] tab, 
and then choose [0 sec.].
Display Language
Change the display language as needed.
 z Choose [Language ] on the [3] tab, 
and then press the [] button.
 z Press the [][][][] buttons or turn 
the [] dial to choose a language, and 
then press the [] button.
 ● You can also access the [Language] screen in Playback mode by 
pressing and holding the [] button and immediately pressing 
the [] button.
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Auto Mode /
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Other Shooting Modes
P Mode
Tv, Av, M, and C Mode
Playback Mode
Wi-Fi Functions
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Listing Shooting Modes by Icon
List shooting modes on the selection screen by icon only, without mode 
names, for faster selection.
 zChoose [Mode icon size/info] on the [3] 
tab, and then choose [Small, no info].
Adjusting the Touch-Screen Panel
Sensitivity of the touch-screen panel can be increased to respond to a 
lighter touch, or you can disable touch control.
 z Choose [4] tab ► [Touch Operation], 
and then choose the desired option.
 z To increase touch-screen panel 
sensitivity, choose [Sensitive], and to 
disable touch control, choose [Disable].
Customizing Sounds
Customize camera operating sounds as follows.
 zChoose [Sound Options] on the [3] tab, 
and then press the [] button.
 z Choose an item, and then press the 
[][] buttons to change the sound.
 ● The shutter sound in digest movies recorded in [] mode 
( = 36) cannot be changed.
Hiding Hints and Tips
Hints and tips are normally shown when you choose Quick Set menu 
(
= 29) items. If you prefer, you can deactivate this information.
 z
Choose [Hints & Tips] on the [3] tab, 
and then choose [Off].
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Auto Mode /
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Other Shooting Modes
P Mode
Tv, Av, M, and C Mode
Playback Mode
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Setting Copyright Information to Record in 
Images
To record the author’s name and copyright details in images, set this 
information beforehand as follows.
 zChoose [Copyright Info] on the [4] tab, 
and then press the [] button.
 z Press the [][] buttons or turn the [] 
dial to choose [Enter Author’s Name] or 
[Enter Copyright Details]. Press the [
] 
button to access the keyboard, and enter 
the name ( =
 32).
 z
Press the [] button. When [Accept 
changes?] is displayed, press the [][] 
buttons or turn the [] dial to choose 
[Yes], and then press the [] button.
 z The information set here will now be 
recorded in images.
 ● To check the information entered, choose [Display Copyright Info] 
on the screen above, and then press the [] button.
Deleting All Copyright Information
You can delete both the author’s name and copyright details at the same 
time as follows.
 zFollow the steps in “Setting Copyright 
Information to Record in Images” 
(=
 175) and choose [Delete Copyright 
Info].
 z Press the [][] buttons or turn the [] 
dial to choose [OK], and then press the 
[
] button.
 ● The copyright info already recorded in images will not be deleted.
Metric / Non-Metric Display
Change the unit of measurement shown in the zoom bar ( = 34), the 
MF indicator ( = 87), and elsewhere from m/cm to ft/in as needed.
 z
Choose [Units] on the [4] tab, and then 
choose [ft/in].
Checking Certification Logos
Some logos for certification requirements met by the camera can be 
viewed on the screen. Other certification logos are printed in this guide, on 
the camera packaging, or on the camera body.
 z Choose [Certification Logo Display] on 
the [4] tab, and then press the [] 
button.
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Auto Mode /
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Other Shooting Modes
P Mode
Tv, Av, M, and C Mode
Playback Mode
Wi-Fi Functions
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Adjusting Other Settings
The following settings can also be adjusted.
 ●[Wireless settings] on the [4] tab ( = 141)
Restoring Default Camera Settings
If you accidentally change a setting, you can restore default camera 
settings.
1 Access the [Reset All] screen.
 z
Choose [Reset All] on the [4] tab, and 
then press the [] button.
2 Restore default settings.
 z Press the [][] buttons or turn the [] 
dial to choose [OK], and then press the 
[
] button.
 z Default settings are now restored.
 ● The following functions are not restored to default settings. -Information registered using Face ID ( = 45) -
[1] tab setting [Video system] ( = 170) -
[2] tab settings [Time Zone] ( = 172), [Date/Time] (= 172), 
and [3] tab setting [Language ] ( = 173) -
Custom white balance data you have recorded ( = 83) -
Shooting Mode -Exposure compensation ( = 78) setting -
Movie mode ( = 72) -
Wi-Fi settings ( = 141) -
Calibrated value for the electronic level ( = 170) -
Copyright information ( = 175)
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Other Shooting Modes
P Mode
Tv, Av, M, and C Mode
Playback Mode
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Use of genuine Canon accessories is recommended.
This product is designed to achieve excellent performance when used 
with genuine Canon accessories.
Canon shall not be liable for any damage to this product and/or accident\
s 
such as fire, etc., caused by the malfunction of non-genuine Canon 
accessories (e.g., a leakage and/or explosion of a battery pack). Plea\
se 
note that any repairs your Canon product may require as a result of such 
malfunction are not covered under warranty and will incur a fee. We 
appreciate your understanding in advance.
Accessories
Enjoy the camera in more ways with optional Canon 
accessories and other compatible accessories sold 
separately
System Map
Wrist Strap Battery Pack
NB-13L*1Battery Charger
CB-2LH/CB-2LHE*1
USB Cable (camera end: Micro-B)*2
Memory Card Card ReaderComputer
TV/Video  System
Included Accessories
Power
HDMI cable
(camera end: Type D)*
3
Flash Units
PictBridge-Compatible Printers
High-Power FlashHF-DC2
Waterproof CaseWP-DC55 Compact Power 
Adapter
CA-DC30/CA-DC30E
Connect Station 
CS100*
4
Cases
*1 Also available for purchase separately.
*2 A genuine Canon accessory is also available (Interface Cable IFC-600PCU).
*3 Use a commercially available cable no longer than 2.5 m (8.2 ft.).
*4 Use the latest firmware version.
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Auto Mode /
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Other Shooting Modes
P Mode
Tv, Av, M, and C Mode
Playback Mode
Wi-Fi Functions
Setting Menu
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Compact Power Adapter CA-DC30/
CA-DC30E
 zInsert the included battery pack into the 
camera for charging. Interface Cable IFC-
600PCU (sold separately) is required to 
connect the adapter to the camera.
Flash
High-Power Flash HF-DC2
 zExternal flash for illuminating subjects 
that are out of range of the built-in flash.   
High-Power Flash HF-DC1 can also be 
used.
Other Accessories
Waterproof Case WP-DC55
 z For underwater photography at depths of 
up to 40 meters (130 ft.). Also useful for 
shooting in the rain, at the beach, or on 
ski slopes.
Interface Cable IFC-600PCU
 zFor connecting the camera to a computer 
or printer.
Optional Accessories
The following camera accessories are sold separately. Note that some 
accessories may no longer be available. Also, the availability may vary 
depending on the region.
Power Supplies
Battery Pack NB-13L
 zRechargeable lithium-ion battery
Battery Charger CB-2LH/CB-2LHE
 zCharger for Battery Pack NB-13L
 ● The message [Battery communication error.] is displayed if you 
use a non-genuine Canon battery pack, and user response is 
required. Note that Canon shall not be liable for any damages 
resulting from accidents, such as malfunction or fire, that occur 
due to use of non-genuine Canon battery packs.
 ●The charger can be used in areas with 100 – 240 V AC power 
(50/60 Hz).
 ●For power outlets in a different format, use a commercially 
available adapter for the plug. Never use an electrical transformer 
designed for traveling, which may damage the battery pack.
 ●The battery pack includes a convenient cover which you can 
attach to know the charge status at a glance. Attach the cover so 
that ▲ is visible on a charged battery pack, and attach it so that 
▲ is not visible on an uncharged battery pack.
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Index
Basic Guide
Advanced Guide
Camera Basics
Auto Mode /
Hybrid Auto Mode
Other Shooting Modes
P Mode
Tv, Av, M, and C Mode
Playback Mode
Wi-Fi Functions
Setting Menu
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Using Optional Accessories
Playback on a TV
 Still Images  Movies
You can view your shots on a TV by connecting the camera to an HDTV 
with a commercially available HDMI cable (not exceeding 2.5 m / 8.2 
ft., with a Type D terminal on the camera end). Movies shot at an image 
quality of [
], [], [], [], [], [], or 
[] can be viewed in high definition.
For details on connection or how to switch inputs, refer to the TV manual.
1 Make sure the camera and TV are 
off.
2 Connect the camera to the TV.
 z On the TV, insert the cable plug fully into 
the HDMI input as shown.
 zOn the camera, open the terminal cover 
and insert the cable plug fully into the 
camera terminal.
Printers
Canon-Brand PictBridge-Compatible 
Printers
 zEven without using a computer, you can 
print images by connecting the camera 
directly to a printer.  
For details, visit your nearest Canon 
retailer.
Photo and Movie Storage
Connect Station CS100
 zA media hub for storing camera images, 
viewing on a connected TV, printing 
wirelessly on a Wi-Fi-compatible printer, 
sharing over the Internet, and more.
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Basic Guide
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Auto Mode /
Hybrid Auto Mode
Other Shooting Modes
P Mode
Tv, Av, M, and C Mode
Playback Mode
Wi-Fi Functions
Setting Menu
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Inserting and Charging the Battery Pack
Charge the battery pack by using the supplied battery pack with an 
optional Compact Power Adapter CA-DC30/CA-DC30E and Interface 
Cable IFC-600PCU.
1 Insert the battery pack.
 zFollow step 1 in “Inserting the Battery 
Pack and Y
our Memory Card” ( = 19) 
to open the cover.
 z Insert the battery pack as described in 
step 2 of “Inserting the Battery Pack and 
Your Memory Card” ( =
 19).
 z
Follow step 4 in “Inserting the Battery 
Pack and Y

our Memory Card” ( =
 19) 
to close the cover.
2 Connect the compact power adapter 
to the camera.
 z With the camera turned off, open the 
cover (1). Hold the smaller plug of the 
interface cable (sold separately) facing 
as shown and insert the plug fully into the 
camera terminal (2).
 zInsert the larger plug of the interface 
cable into the compact power adapter.
(
1 ) (
2 )
3 Turn the TV on and switch to 
external input.
 z
Switch the TV input to the external input 
you connected the cable to in step 2.
4 Turn the camera on.
 zPress the [] button.
 zImages from the camera are now 
displayed on the TV

. (Nothing is 
displayed on the camera screen.)
 z When finished, turn off the camera and 
TV before disconnecting the cable.
 ● Touch-screen operations are not supported while the camera is 
connected to a television.
 ●Some information may not be available when using a TV as the 
display ( = 198). ●
Camera operating sounds are not played while the camera is 
connected to an HDTV.
 ●When the camera and TV are connected, you can also shoot 
while previewing shots on the larger screen of the 

TV. To shoot, 
follow the same steps as when using the camera screen. 
However, MF-Point Zoom ( =
 87), MF Peaking (= 88) and 
Night Display ( = 172) are not available.
Appendix
Before Use
Index
Basic Guide
Advanced Guide
Camera Basics
Auto Mode /
Hybrid Auto Mode
Other Shooting Modes
P Mode
Tv, Av, M, and C Mode
Playback Mode
Wi-Fi Functions
Setting Menu
Accessories