Canon S120 Owners Manual

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Before Use
Common Camera 
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Advanced Guide
Camera Basics
Auto Mode / 
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Other Shooting 
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Tv, Av, M, and 
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Playback Mode
Wi-Fi Functions
Setting Menu
Accessories
Appendix
Index
Basic Guide
P Mode
Customizing Camera Operation
Customize shooting functions on the MENU [ 4] tab (=  25) as follows.
For instructions on menu functions, see “Using Menus” ( =  25).
Still Images
Deactivating the AF-Assist Beam
You can deactivate the lamp that normally lights up to help you focus whe\
n 
you press the shutter button halfway in low-light conditions.
zzPress the  button, choose [AF-
assist Beam] on the [4] tab, and then 
choose [Off] (=
  25).
zzTo restore the original setting, repeat this 
process but choose [On].
Still Images
Deactivating the Red-Eye Reduction Lamp
You can deactivate the red-eye reduction lamp that lights up to reduce re\
d-
eye	when	the	flash	is	used	in	low-light	shots.
1 Access the [Flash Settings] 
screen.
zzPress the  button, choose [Flash 
Settings] on the [4] tab, and then press 
the  button (=
  25).
2	 Configure	the	setting.
zzChoose [Red-Eye Lamp], and then 
choose [Off] (=  26).
zzTo restore the original setting, repeat this 
process but choose [On].  
						

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Tv, Av, M, and 
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Playback Mode
Wi-Fi Functions
Setting Menu
Accessories
Appendix
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Basic Guide
P Mode
Changing the Screen Displayed after ShotsChange the way images are displayed after shots as follows.
1 Set [Display Time] to [2 sec.], 
[4 sec.], [8 sec.], or [Hold] 
(=
  52).
2	 Configure	the	setting.
zzPress the  buttons or turn the 
 dial to choose [Display Info]. Press 
the  buttons to choose the 
desired option.
zzTo restore the original setting, repeat this 
process but choose [Off].
Off Displays only the image.
Detailed Displays shooting details ( =
  192).
•	 When [Display Time] (=
  52) is set to [Off] or [Quick], [Display Info] is set to 
[Off] and cannot be changed.
•	 By pressing the  button while an image is displayed after shooting, you 
can switch the display information. Note that the settings of [Display I\
nfo] are 
not changed. You can also delete the image, by pressing the < a> button.
Still Images
Changing the Image Display Style after Shots
You can change how long images are displayed and what information is 
displayed immediately after shooting.
Changing the Image Display Period after Shots
1 Access the [Review image after 
shooting] screen.
zzPress the  button, choose 
[Review image after shooting] on the 
[4] tab, and then press the  button 
(=
  25).
2	 Configure	the	setting.
zzPress the  buttons or turn 
the  dial to choose [Display Time]. 
Press the  buttons to choose the 
desired option.
zzTo restore the original setting, repeat this 
process but choose [Quick].
Quick Displays images only until you can shoot again.
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.  
						

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Tv, Av, M, and 
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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	effects	or	
captured using special functions
3
Specific	Scenes ................................................ 54
Image Effects (Creative Filters)
 ...............
 .......56
Shooting High-Contrast Scenes  
(High Dynamic Range)  ......................................... 56
Shooting with Faded Colors (Nostalgic) ................ 57
Shooting with a Fish-Eye Lens Effect  
(Fish-Eye Ef

fect)
 ................................................... 58Shots Resembling Miniature Models 
(Miniature Effect)
 ...................................................
58
Shooting with a T
 oy Camera Effect  
(Toy Camera Effect) .............................................. 59
Making Subjects Stand Out  
(Background Defocus)
 .......................................... 60
Shooting with a Soft Focus Effect ......................... 60
Shooting in Monochrome ...................................... 61
Special Modes for Other Purposes ................61Auto Shooting after Face Detection  
(Smart Shutter) ...................................................... 61
Shooting Starry Skies (Star) .................................. 64Shooting Various Movies ................................67Shooting Movies in [E] Mode ..............................67
Shooting Super Slow Motion Movies .................... 67  
						

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Playback Mode
Wi-Fi Functions
Setting Menu
Accessories
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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 ( =
  168).
zzThis mode can correct white balance and 
match the effect of using a commercially 
available
	color-compensating	filter	(=  77).
Still ImagesMovies
 P Shoot with snowy backgrounds 
(Snow)
zzBright, natural-colored shots of people 
against snowy backgrounds.  
						

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Tv, Av, M, and 
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Playback Mode
Wi-Fi Functions
Setting Menu
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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 (=  72) 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 (=
  91).
•	 When you use a tripod for evening scenes, shooting in [] mode instead 
of [] mode will give better results (=  30).
•	 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 (=  54) 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”	(=  54) 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 DescriptionUnderwater 
MacroTake close-ups of sea life, using the digital zoom for even closer shots.\
8Quick Avoid missing unexpected underwater shooting opportunities 
when shooting subjects some distance away. Especially effective 
for moving subjects.
f Manual Focus
Focus on subjects manually ( =
  80).
Refer to “Shooting Range” (=  206) for details on the range of each focus range.
•	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 ( =  47).
•	 In [8] 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 
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Auto Mode / 
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Tv, Av, M, and 
C Mode
Playback Mode
Wi-Fi Functions
Setting Menu
Accessories
Appendix
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Basic Guide
P Mode
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.
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)” (=  56) 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.  
						

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Basic Guide
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•	 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 
(=
  91).
•	 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)” (=  56) and choose 
[].
zzPress the  button, choose an effect 
(either press the  buttons or turn 
the  dial), and then press the < m> 
button.
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.
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)” (=  56) and choose 
[].
2 Choose an effect level.
zzTurn the  ring 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 (=  104).
•	 The image aging effect is not shown in movies.  
						

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Tv, Av, M, and 
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Playback Mode
Wi-Fi Functions
Setting Menu
Accessories
Appendix
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Basic Guide
P Mode
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)” (=  56) and choose 
[].
2 Choose an effect level.
zzTurn the  ring to choose an effect 
level.
3 Shoot.
•	 Try	taking	some	test	shots	first,	to	make	sure	you	obtain	the	desired	results.
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)” (=  56) 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  ring to choose the speed.
4 Return to the shooting screen 
and shoot.
zzPress the  button to return to the 
shooting screen, and then shoot.  
						

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Wi-Fi Functions
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Accessories
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Basic Guide
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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.
•	 To move the frame when it is in horizontal orientation, press the < o> 
buttons, and to move the frame when it is in vertical orientation, press\
 the 
 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 
ratio of [] (=  46).	These	quality	settings	cannot	be	changed.
•	 You can also move the frame by touching or dragging across the screen.
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)” (=  56) and choose 
[].
2 Choose a color tone.
zzTurn the  ring 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].
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Wi-Fi Functions
Setting Menu
Accessories
Appendix
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Basic Guide
P Mode
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)” (=  56) 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\
s 
the images.
•	 To adjust the effect level, turn the  ring.
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 ef
fect level as desired.
1 Choose [].
zzFollow steps 1 – 2 in “Image Effects 
(Creative Filters)” (=  56) and choose 
[].
2 Choose an effect level.
zzTurn the  ring 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.