Canon PowerShotG7X Mark II User Guide
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11 Functions and Menu Tables .................................................200 Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode ...........................200 Quick Set Menu ....................................................................... 203 Shooting Tab ............................................................................ 206 Set Up Tab ............................................................................... 215 My Menu Tab ........................................................................... 215 Playback Tab ........................................................................... 216 Handling Precautions ...........................................................217 Specifications ....................................................................... 217 Camera .................................................................................... 217 Number of Shots/Recording Time, Playback Time .............. 219 Shooting Range ................................................................... 219 Number of Shots per Memory Card .................................... 220 Recording Time per Memory Card ...................................... 220 Battery Pack NB-13L ........................................................... 221 Battery Charger CB-2LH/CB-2LHE ..................................... 221 Compact Power Adapter CA-DC30/CA-DC30E .................. 221 Index..................................................................................... 222 Wi-Fi (Wireless LAN) Precautions ........................................ 224 Radio Wave Interference Precautions .....................................224 Security Precautions ................................................................ 224 Trademarks and Licensing .................................................. 225 Disclaimer ............................................................................ 225 Installing the Software ......................................................... 182 Saving Images to a Computer ................................................. 182 Printing Images .................................................................... 184 Easy Print ................................................................................ 184 Configuring Print Settings ........................................................ 185 Cropping Images before Printing ......................................... 185 Choosing Paper Size and Layout before Printing ............... 186 Available Layout Options ..................................................... 186 Printing ID Photos ............................................................... 186 Printing Movie Scenes ............................................................. 187 Movie Printing Options ........................................................ 187 Adding Images to the Print List (DPOF) .................................. 187 Configuring Print Settings .................................................... 188 Setting Up Printing for Individual Images ............................ 188 Setting Up Printing for a Range of Images .......................... 189 Setting Up Printing for All Images ........................................ 189 Clearing All Images from the Print List ................................ 189 Printing Images Added to the Print List (DPOF) .................. 189 Adding Images to a Photobook ............................................... 190 Choosing a Selection Method ............................................. 190 Adding Images Individually .................................................. 190 Adding All Images to a Photobook ...................................... 190 Removing All Images from a Photobook ............................. 190 Appendix ........................................................................\ 191 Troubleshooting ...................................................................191 On-Screen Messages........................................................... 195 On-Screen Information ......................................................... 197 Shooting (Information Display) ................................................197 Battery Level ....................................................................... 197 Playback (Detailed Information Display) .................................. 198 Summary of Movie Control Panel ........................................ 199 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 Appendix Before Use Basic Guide Index Advanced Guide
12 Common Camera Operations Shoot ●Use camera-determined settings (Auto Mode, Hybrid Auto Mode) -= 34, = 36 ● Shoot yourself under optimal settings (Self Portrait) -= 58 Shooting people well Portraits ( = 55) Matching specific scenes Night Scenes (= 55)Under Water (= 57)Fireworks (= 56)Starry Skies (= 65) Applying special effects Fish-Eye Effect (= 60)Miniature Effect (= 62)Toy Camera Effect (= 63) Background Defocus( = 63) Soft Focus (= 64)Monochrome (= 64) ● Focus on faces -= 34, = 55, = 91, = 93 ● Without using the flash (Flash Off) -= 34 ● Include yourself in the shot (Self-Timer) -= 42 ● Movie clips and photos together (Movie Digest) -= 36 ● Shoot images with the background blurred to convey a sense of speed -= 59 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 Appendix Before Use Basic Guide Index Advanced Guide
13 Save ●Save images to a computer -= 182 Use Wi-Fi functions ● Send images to a smartphone -= 142 ● Share images online -= 153 ● Send images to a computer -= 162 View ● View images (Playback Mode) -= 11 0 ● Automatic playback (Slideshow) -= 120 ● On a TV -= 179 ● On a computer -= 182 ● Browse through images quickly -= 11 5 ● Erase images -= 123 ● Create an album automatically -= 136 Record/View Movies ● Record movies -= 34, = 72, = 103 ● View movies (Playback Mode) -= 11 0 Print ● Print pictures -= 184 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 Appendix Before Use Basic Guide Index Advanced Guide
14 ●Avoid contact with liquid, and do not allow liquid or foreign objects inside. This could result in electrical shock or fire. If the product gets wet, or if liquid or foreign objects get inside, remove the battery pack/batteries or unplug immediately. ● If your model has a viewfinder or interchangeable lens, do not look through the viewfinder or lens at bright light sources (such as the sun on a clear day, or a bright artificial light source). This may damage your eyesight. ● If your model has an interchangeable lens, do not leave the lens (or the camera with the lens attached) in the sun without the lens cap on. This could result in a fire. ● Do not touch the product during thunderstorms if it is plugged in. This could result in electrical shock or fire. Immediately stop using the product and distance yourself from it. ● Use only the recommended battery pack/batteries. ●Do not place the battery pack/batteries near or in direct flame. This may cause the battery pack/batteries to explode or leak, resulting \ in electrical shock, fire, or injuries. If leaking battery electrolyte comes into contact with eyes, mouth, skin, or clothing, immediately flush with water . ●If the product uses a battery charger, note the following precautions. -Remove the plug periodically and, using a dry cloth, wipe away any dust and dirt that has collected on the plug, the exterior of the power \ outlet, and the surrounding area. -Do not insert or remove the plug with wet hands. -Do not use the equipment in a manner that exceeds the rated capacity of the electrical outlet or wiring accessories. Do not use if the plug is damaged or not fully inserted in the outlet. -Do not allow dust or metal objects (such as pins or keys) to contact the terminals or plug. -Do not cut, damage, alter, or place heavy items on the power cord, if your product uses one. This could result in electrical shock or fire. Safety Precautions ● Before using the product, ensure that you read the safety precautions described below. Always ensure that the product is used correctly. ●The safety precautions noted here are intended to prevent you and other persons from being injured or incurring property damage. ●Be sure to also check the guides included with any separately sold accessories you use. WarningDenotes the possibility of serious injury or death. ●Do not trigger the flash in close proximity to people’s eyes. This could damage your eyesight. In particular, remain at least 1 meter (3.3 feet) away from infants when using the flash. ● Store this equipment out of the reach of children and infants. A strap wound around a child’s neck may result in asphyxiation. If your product uses a power cord, mistakenly winding the cord around a \ child’s neck may result in asphyxiation. ● Use only recommended power sources. ●Do not disassemble, alter, or apply heat to the product. ●Do not peel off the adhesive covering, if the battery pack has it. ●Avoid dropping or subjecting the product to severe impacts. ●Do not touch the interior of the product if it is broken, such as when dropped. ●Stop using the product immediately if it emits smoke or a strange smell, or otherwise behaves abnormally. ●Do not use organic solvents such as alcohol, benzine, or thinner to clean the product. 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 Appendix Before Use Basic Guide Index Advanced Guide
15 ●When using optional lenses, lens filters, or filter adapters (if applicable), be sure to attach these accessories firmly. If the lens accessory becomes loose and falls off, it may crack, and the shards of glass may lead to cuts. ● On products that raise and lower the flash automatically, make sure to avoid pinching your fingers with the lowering flash. This could result in injury. CautionDenotes the possibility of property damage. ● Do not aim the camera at intense light sources, such as the sun on a clear day or an intense artificial light source. Doing so may damage the image sensor or other internal components. ● When using the camera on a sandy beach or at a windy location, be careful not to allow dust or sand to enter the camera. ●On products that raise and lower the flash automatically, do not push the flash down or pry it open. This may cause the product to malfunction. ● Wipe off any dust, grime, or other foreign matter on the flash with a cotton swab or cloth. The heat emitted from the flash may cause foreign matter to smoke or the product to malfunction. ● Remove and store the battery pack/batteries when you are not using the product. Any battery leakage that occurs may cause product damage. ● Before you discard the battery pack/batteries, cover the terminals with \ tape or other insulators. Contacting other metal materials may lead to fire or explosions. ● Unplug any battery charger used with the product when not in use. Do not cover with a cloth or other objects when in use. Leaving the unit plugged in for a long period of time may cause it to overheat and distort, resulting in fire. ● Turn the camera off in places where camera use is prohibited. The electromagnetic waves emitted by the camera may interfere with the operation of electronic instruments and other devices. Exercise adequate caution when using the product in places where use of electronic devices\ is restricted, such as inside airplanes and medical facilities. ● Do not allow the camera to maintain contact with skin for extended periods. Even if the camera does not feel hot, this may cause low-temperature burns, manifested in redness of the skin or blistering. Use a tripod in \ hot places, or if you have poor circulation or insensitive skin. CautionDenotes the possibility of injury. ● When carrying the product by the strap, be careful not to bang it, subject it to strong impacts or shocks, or let it get caught on other objects. ●Be careful not to bump or push strongly on the lens. This could lead to injury or damage the camera. ● Be careful not to subject the screen to strong impacts. If the screen cracks, injury may result from the broken fragments. ● When using the flash, be careful not to cover it with your fingers or clothing. This could result in burns or damage to the flash. ● Avoid using, placing, or storing the product in the following places: -Places subject to direct sunlight -Places subject to temperatures above 40 °C (104 °F) -Humid or dusty places These could cause leakage, overheating, or an explosion of the battery pack/batteries, resulting in electrical shock, fire, burns, or other injuries. Overheating and damage may result in electrical shock, fire, burns, or other injuries. ● The slideshow transition effects may cause discomfort when viewed for prolonged periods. 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 Appendix Before Use Basic Guide Index Advanced Guide
16 ●Do not leave any dedicated battery packs near pets. Pets biting the battery pack could cause leakage, overheating, or explosion, resulting in product damage or fire. ● If your product uses multiple batteries, do not use batteries that have different levels of charge together, and do not use old and new batteries together. Do not insert the batteries with the + and – terminals reversed. This may cause the product to malfunction. ● When putting the camera in your bag, ensure that hard objects do not come into contact with the screen. Also close the screen (so that it faces the body), if your product’s screen closes. ●Do not attach any hard objects to the product. Doing so may cause malfunctions or damage the screen. 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 Appendix Before Use Basic Guide Index Advanced Guide
17 Touch-Screen Operations The camera’s touch-screen panel enables intuitive operation simply by touching or tapping the screen. Touching Touch the screen briefly with your finger. zThis gesture is used to shoot, configure camera functions, and so on. Dragging Touch the screen and move your finger across it. zThis gesture is used in Playback mode to switch to the next image, or to change the magnified image area, among other operations. Basic information and instructions, from initial preparations to shooting and playback Basic Guide Basic Operations 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 Appendix Before Use Index Advanced Guide Basic Guide
18 Charging the Battery Pack Before use, charge the battery pack with the included charger. Be sure to charge the battery pack initially, because the camera is not sold with the battery pack charged. 1 Insert the battery pack. zAfter aligning the marks on the battery pack and charger, insert the battery pack by pushing it in (1) and down (2). 2 Charge the battery pack. z CB-2LH: Flip out the plug (1) and plug the charger into a power outlet (2). zCB-2LHE: Plug the power cord into the charger, then plug the other end into a power outlet. zThe charging lamp turns orange, and charging begins. zWhen charging is finished, the lamp turns green. 3 Remove the battery pack. zAfter unplugging the battery charger, remove the battery pack by pushing it in (1) and up (2). ● To protect the battery pack and keep it in optimal condition, do not charge it continuously for more than 24 hours. ●For battery chargers that use a power cord, do not attach the charger or cord to other objects. Doing so could result in malfunction or damage to the product. ( 1 ) (2 ) ( 1 ) ( 2 ) CB-2LH CB-2LHE ( 2 ) ( 1 ) Initial Preparations Prepare for shooting as follows. Attaching the Strap Attach the strap. z Thread the end of the strap through the strap mount (1), and then pull the other end of the strap through the loop on the threaded end (2). zThe strap can also be attached to the left side of the camera. Holding the Camera zPlace the strap around your wrist. zWhen shooting, keep your arms close to your body and hold the camera securely to prevent it from moving. If you have raised the flash, do not rest your fingers on it. ( 2 ) ( 1 ) 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 Appendix Before Use Index Advanced Guide Basic Guide
19 2 Insert the battery pack. zHolding the battery pack with the terminals in the position shown (1), hold the battery lock toward (2) and insert the battery pack toward (3) until the lock clicks shut. zIf you insert the battery pack facing the wrong way, it cannot be locked into the correct position. Always confirm that the battery pack is facing the right way and locks when inserted. 3 Check your card’s write-protect switch and insert the memory card. zRecording is not possible on memory cards with a write-protect switch when the switch is in the locked position. Move the switch toward (1). zInsert the memory card with the label (2) facing as shown until it clicks into place. zMake sure the memory card is facing the right way when you insert it. Inserting memory cards facing the wrong way may damage the camera. 4 Close the cover. zLower the cover (1) and hold it down as you slide the switch, until it clicks into the closed position (2). ( 3 ) ( 1 ) ( 2 ) ( 2 ) ( 1 ) ( 1 ) ( 2 ) ● For details on charging time and the number of shots and recording time possible with a fully charged battery pack, see “Number of Shots/Recording Time, Playback Time” ( = 219). ● Charged battery packs gradually lose their charge, even when they are not used. Charge the battery pack on (or immediately before) the day of use. ●As a visual reminder of the charge status, attach the battery cover with visible on a charged battery pack and concealed on an uncharged one. ● 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. Inserting the Battery Pack and Your Memory Card Insert the included battery pack and a memory card (sold separately). Note that before using a memory card that is new or has been formatted in another device, you should format the memory card with this camera ( = 169). 1 Open the cover. z Slide the switch (1) and open the cover (2). ( 2 ) ( 1 ) 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 Appendix Before Use Index Advanced Guide Basic Guide
20 Setting the Date and Time Set the current date and time correctly as follows if the [Date/Time] screen is displayed when you turn the camera on. Information you specify this way is recorded in image properties when you shoot, and it is used when \ you manage images by shooting date or print images showing the date. 1 Turn the camera on. zPress the power button. zThe [Date/Time] screen is displayed. 2 Set the date and time. zPress the [][] buttons to choose an item. z Press the [][] buttons or turn the [] dial to specify the date and time. z When finished, press the [] button. 3 Specify your home time zone. zPress the [][] buttons to choose your home time zone. 4 Finish the setup process. z Press the [] button when finished. After a confirmation message, the setting screen is no longer displayed. z To turn off the camera, press the power button. ● For guidelines on how many shots or hours of recording can be saved on one memory card, see “Number of Shots per Memory Card” ( = 220). Removing the Battery Pack and Memory Card Remove the battery pack. z Open the cover and press the battery lock in the direction of the arrow. zThe battery pack will pop up. Remove the memory card. zPush the memory card in until it clicks, and then slowly release it. zThe memory card will pop up. 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 Appendix Before Use Index Advanced Guide Basic Guide