Canon PowerShotG7X Mark II User Guide

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Helpful Shooting Features
Using the Dual Axis Electronic Level
 Still Images  Movies
An electronic level can be displayed as a guideline to ensure the camera\
 
is level from front to back and left to right.
1 Display the electronic level.
 zPress the [] button several times to 
display the electronic level.
2 Straighten the camera.
 z (1) indicates the front-back orientation 
and (2) the left-right orientation.
 zIf the camera is tilted, move it so that the 
red line changes to green.
 ● If the electronic level is not displayed in step 1, press the 
[] button and check the setting in [1] tab ► [Shooting 
information display].
 ● The electronic level is not displayed during movie recording. ●If you hold the camera vertically, the orientation of the electronic 
level will be updated automatically to match the camera 
orientation.
 ●Calibrate the electronic level if it seems ineffective in helping you 
level the camera ( = 170). ●
Not available in [] mode.
(1) (2)
For PAL Video
Image 
Quality Number of 
Recording Pixels Frame Rate
Details
1920 x 1080 50.00 fps
For shooting in Full 
HD.
1920 x 1080 25.00 fps
1280 x 72025.00 fps For shooting in HD.
640 x 48025.00 fpsFor shooting in 
standard definition.
 ●
There are black bars displayed on the left and right in [] 
and [] modes and on the top and bottom in [], 
[], [], [], [], [], and 
[] modes. They indicate that this image area cannot be 
recorded.
 ● You can also configure this setting by choosing MENU 
(= 30) ► [7] tab ► [Movie rec. size].
Other Shooting Modes
P Mode
Tv, Av, M, and C Mode
Playback Mode
Wi-Fi Functions
Setting Menu
Accessories
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Changing the IS Mode Settings
Deactivating Image Stabilization
 Still Images  Movies
When the camera is held still (as when shooting from a tripod), you sh\
ould 
set image stabilization to [Off] to deactivate it.
1 Access the setting screen.
 zPress the [] button, choose [IS 
Settings] on the [4] tab, and then press 
the [] button ( = 30).
2 Configure the setting.
 z
Press the [][] buttons or turn the 
[] dial to choose [IS Mode], press the 
[] button, and then press the [][] 
buttons or turn the [] dial to choose the 
desired option ( = 30).
Continuous Optimal image stabilization for the shooting conditions 
is automatically applied (Intelligent IS) (
= 40).
Off Deactivates image stabilization.
Deactivating Auto Level
 Still Images  Movies
Normally, auto leveling keeps movies straight during recording. To cancel 
this feature, choose [Disable].
 zPress the [] button, choose 
[ Auto level] on the [4] tab, and then 
press the [] button ( = 30).
 z
Choose [Disable], and press the [] 
button again ( = 30).
 ●
Once movie recording begins, the image display area changes 
and subjects are enlarged ( = 53).
Other Shooting Modes
P Mode
Tv, Av, M, and C Mode
Playback Mode
Wi-Fi Functions
Setting Menu
Accessories
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Customizing Camera Operation
Customize shooting functions on the [] tab of the menu screen as 
follows.
For instructions on menu functions, see “Using the Menu Screen” 
( =
 30).
Preventing the AF-Assist Beam from Firing
 Still Images  Movies
You can deactivate the lamp that normally lights up to help you focus 
when you press the shutter button halfway in low-light conditions.
 z
Press the [] button, choose [AF-
assist Beam] on the [4] tab, and then 
choose [Off].
 z To restore the original setting, repeat this 
process but choose [On].
Recording Movies with Subjects at the Same 
Size Shown before Shooting
 Still Images  Movies
Normally, once movie recording begins, the image display area changes 
and subjects are enlarged to allow for image straightening and correctio\
n 
of significant camera shake.
To record movies with subjects at the same size shown before shooting, 
you can reduce image stabilization and cancel Auto Level.
 zSet [ Auto level] to [Disable] as 
described in “Deactivating Auto Level” 
( =
 52).
 z
Follow step 1 in “Deactivating Image 
Stabilization” ( = 52) to access the [IS 
Settings] screen.
 z Choose [Dynamic IS], and then choose 
[Low] ( = 30).
 ●
You can also set [IS Mode] to [Off], so that subjects are recorded 
at the same size shown before shooting.
 ●[Dynamic IS] is not available when [IS Mode] is set to [Off] 
(= 52). ●
Only [Standard] is available when the movie quality is [] 
(NTSC) or [] (PAL).
Other Shooting Modes
P Mode
Tv, Av, M, and C Mode
Playback Mode
Wi-Fi Functions
Setting Menu
Accessories
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Changing the Image Display Style after Shots
 Still Images  Movies
You can change how long images are displayed after shots.
 zPress the [] button, choose 
[Image review] on the [1] tab, and then 
choose the desired option.
 z To restore the original setting, repeat this 
process but choose [2 sec.].
2 sec., 
4 sec., 
8 sec. Displays images for the specified time. Even while the 
shot is displayed, you can take another shot by pressing 
the shutter button halfway again.
Hold Displays images until you press the shutter button 
halfway.
Off No image display after shots.
 ●By pressing the [] button while an image is displayed after 
shooting, you can switch the display information.
Preventing the Red-Eye Reduction Lamp from 
Lighting Up
 Still Images  Movies
You can deactivate the red-eye reduction lamp that lights up to reduce 
red-eye when the flash is used in low-light shots.
1 Access the [Flash Settings] screen.
 z Press the [] button, choose [Flash 
Settings] on the [5] tab, and then press 
the [] button.
2 Configure the setting.
 z Choose [Red-Eye Lamp], and then 
choose [Off].
 zTo restore the original setting, repeat this 
process but choose [On].
Other Shooting Modes
P Mode
Tv, Av, M, and C Mode
Playback Mode
Wi-Fi Functions
Setting Menu
Accessories
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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 [] mode.
 zSet the mode dial to [].
2 Choose a shooting mode.
 zPress the [] button, choose [] in the 
menu, and then choose a shooting mode 
( =
 29).
3 Shoot.
 ●
Turn the mode dial to []. You can also choose the shooting 
mode by touching [] in the upper left.
Other Shooting Modes
Shoot more effectively in various scenes, and 
take shots enhanced with unique image effects or 
captured using special functions
P Mode
Tv, Av, M, and C Mode
Playback Mode
Wi-Fi Functions
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 ●Subjects appear larger in [] mode compared to other modes. ●In [] and [] mode, shots may look grainy because the ISO 
speed ( = 80) 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 [] 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 ( =
 52).
 ●
When you use a tripod for evening scenes, shooting in [] 
mode instead of [] mode will give better results ( = 34). ●
You can also choose the shooting mode by accessing MENU 
(= 30) ► [1] tab ► [Rec. Mode]. ●
In [] mode, although no frames are displayed when you press 
the shutter button halfway, optimal focus is still determined.
 Shooting Portraits (Portrait)
 Still Images  Movies
 z Take shots of people with a softening 
effect.
 Shooting Evening Scenes without 
Using a Tripod (Handheld Night 
Scene)
 Still Images  Movies
 zBeautiful 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).
 zA single image is created by combining 
consecutive shots, reducing camera 
shake and image noise.
  Shooting Underwater (Underwater)
 Still Images  Movies
 zNatural-colored shots of sea life and 
underwater scenery, when you use an 
optional waterproof case ( =
 178).
 z
This mode can correct white balance and 
match the effect of using a commercially 
available color-compensating filter 
(=
 57).
  Shooting Fireworks (Fireworks)
 Still Images  Movies
 z
Vivid shots of fireworks.
P Mode
Tv, Av, M, and C Mode
Playback Mode
Wi-Fi Functions
Setting Menu
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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 recording pixel settings ( = 97). ●
In [] mode, subjects at close range may not be in focus. In 
this case, try setting the focus range to [].
 ● You can also configure this setting by pressing the [] button, 
touching the desired focus range, and then touching it again.
Correcting White Balance
 Still Images  Movies
White balance can be manually corrected in [] mode ( = 55). This 
adjustment can match the effect of using a commercially available color-
compensating filter.
1 Choose [].
 z Follow steps 1 – 2 in “Specific Scenes” 
(= 55) and choose [].
2 Choose white balance.
 z
Press the [] button, and then choose 
[] in the menu.
3 Adjust the setting.
 z Turn the [] ring to adjust the correction 
level for B and A, and then press the [] 
button.
 z Once the setting is complete, [] is 
displayed.
Using Functions for Underwater Shots
Shooting with an Underwater Focus Range
 Still Images  Movies
If focusing is difficult in [] mode ( = 55) with a focus range of [], 
using a focus range designed for underwater shooting can ensure optimal \
underwater shots.
1 Configure the setting.
 z Follow steps 1 – 2 in “Specific Scenes” 
(= 55) and choose [].
 z
Press the [] button, choose the desired 
focus range (either press the [][] 
buttons or turn the [] dial), and then 
press the [] button.
2 Shoot.
Focus range Description
Underwater 
Macro Take close-ups of sea life, using the digital zoom 
for even closer shots.
QuickAvoid missing unexpected underwater shooting 
opportunities when shooting subjects some 
distance away. Especially effective for moving 
subjects.
Manual 
Focus
Focus on subjects manually (
= 87).
Refer to “Shooting Range” ( =
 219) for details on the range of each 
focus range.
P Mode
Tv, Av, M, and C Mode
Playback Mode
Wi-Fi Functions
Setting Menu
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Applying Special Effects
Add a variety of effects to images when shooting.
Shooting Yourself under Optimal Settings 
(Self Portrait)
For self-portraits, customizable image processing includes skin smoothin\
g 
as well as brightness and background adjustment to make yourself stand 
out.
1 Choose [].
 zFollow steps 1 – 2 in “Specific Scenes” 
(= 55) and choose [].
2 Open the screen.
 z
Open the screen as shown.
3 Configure the setting.
 zOn the screen, touch the icon of the 
setting to configure.
 zChoose the desired option.
 zTo return to the previous screen, touch 
[].
4 Shoot.
 ● B represents blue, and A represents amber. ●White balance can also be manually corrected by recording 
custom white balance data ( = 83) before following the 
preceding steps.
P Mode
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Playback Mode
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Shooting Images with the Background Blurred 
to Convey a Sense of Speed (Panning)
 Still Images  Movies
By panning, you can shoot blurred backgrounds that convey a sense of 
speed.
The camera will detect blurring of the subject and correct it, so you ca\
n 
reduce blurring of the subject.
1 Choose [].
 zFollow steps 1 – 2 in “Specific Scenes” 
(= 55) and choose [].
2 Shoot.
 z
Before shooting, with the shutter button 
pressed halfway, move the camera so 
that it follows the subject.
 zWith the moving subject in the center of 
the screen, press the shutter button all 
the way down.
 zMove the camera so that it continues to 
follow the subject even after you have 
pressed the shutter button all the way 
down.
 ● Try taking some test shots first, to make sure you obtain the 
desired results.
 ●To adjust the effect level, turn the [] ring. ●When shooting, keep your arms close to your body and hold the 
camera with both hands steadily, and turn your whole body to 
follow subjects.
 ●The effect is more apparent when you follow subjects moving 
horizontally such as trains or cars.
Item Details
Choose from [] or one of six levels of background 
defocusing.
Choose from five levels of brightness.
Choose from five levels of skin smoothing. Skin smoothing 
is optimized for the main subject’s face.
To use Touch Shutter, choose [].
 ● Areas other than people’s skin may be modified, depending on 
the shooting conditions.
 ●Try taking some test shots first to make sure you obtain the 
desired results.
 ●In [] flash mode, background defocusing is set to [] and 
cannot be changed.
 ● In [] mode, the time left before shooting is shown on the top of 
the screen when you activate the self-timer by selecting [], or 
by selecting [] and setting the time to 3 seconds or more.
P Mode
Tv, Av, M, and C Mode
Playback Mode
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Adding Artistic Effects
 zFollow steps 1 – 2 in “Specific Scenes” 
(= 55) and choose [].
 z
Turn the [] ring to choose an effect.
 zA preview is shown of how your shot will 
look with the effect applied.
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.
Shooting with a Fish-Eye Lens Effect 
(Fish-Eye Effect)
 Still Images  Movies
Shoot with the distorting effect of a fish-eye lens.
1 Choose [].
 z
Follow steps 1 – 2 in “Specific Scenes” 
(= 55) and choose [].
2 Choose an effect level.
 z
Turn the [] ring to choose an effect 
level.
 z A preview is shown of how your shot will 
look with the effect applied.
3 Shoot.
Shooting High-Contrast Scenes 
(High Dynamic Range)
 Still Images  Movies
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 tend to occur in high-\
contrast shots.
1 Choose [].
 zFollow steps 1 – 2 in “Specific Scenes” 
(= 55) and choose [].
 z
The subject appears slightly enlarged.
2 Shoot.
 zHold 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 motion blur 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 ( =
 52). ●
Any subject movement will cause images to look blurry. ●There will be a delay before you can shoot again, as the camera 
processes and combines the images.
 ●[] may be displayed when you press the shutter button halfway 
in bright conditions, indicating automatic adjustment for optimal 
image brightness.
P Mode
Tv, Av, M, and C Mode
Playback Mode
Wi-Fi Functions
Setting Menu
Accessories
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Auto Mode /
Hybrid Auto Mode
Other Shooting Modes