Canon A510, A520 manual Photo Tips and Information, This section offers photography tips

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Photo Tips and Information

This section offers photography tips.

zTip for Using the Self-timer (p. 45) Normally, the camera shakes a little when you press the shutter button.

Setting the self-timer to delays the shutter release for two seconds and allows the camera to stop shaking, thus preventing a blurred image. Even better results can be obtained by placing the camera on a fixed, stable surface or by fixing the camera onto a tripod.

zTo Shoot a Night Scene without a Subject (p. 42)

To shot a night scene without any subject in the foreground, set the flash to .

(A night scene usually consists of light sources in the night. When shooting with the flash, the light of the flash will washout these lights, so it is better to turn the flash off.)

This mode uses a slow shutter speed so always use a tripod to prevent camera shake.

zAdvanced Technique for the Macro Mode (p. 44)

Macro mode can make unique images when used with the zoom function. For example, shooting a flower at maximum wide angle in Macro mode allows the camera to bring both the flower and the background into focus. However, shooting at maximum telephoto can throw the background out of focus to make the flower stand out.

Macro with the wide

Macro with the

angle zoom

telephoto zoom

zHow to Adjust the Exposure (p. 83)

This camera automatically adjusts the exposure to shoot images with the optimal brightness. However, recorded images may sometimes be brighter or darker than the actual image depending on the shooting conditions. If this happens, adjust the exposure compensation manually.

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Contents Canon Communication & Image France S.A Please read the Read This First section pDisclaimer Use of genuine Canon accessories is recommendedTrademark Acknowledgements 161 AppendixSymbols Used Flowchart and Reference GuidesMode dial should be set to Using the FlashTable of Contents About Printing Dpof Print Settings 100 Adjusting the ExposureRegistering My Camera Settings 118 104Read This First Warranty LimitationsPlease Read Test ShotsLanguage Setting Camera Body TemperaturePlease see page 23 to change the language setting About the LCD MonitorSafety Precautions Read This First Read This First Read This First Read This First Preventing Malfunctions Avoid Condensation Related ProblemsAvoid Strong Magnetic Fields If Condensation Forms Inside the CameraComponents Guide Computer pDirect Print Compatible Printers sold separately Battery Cover Lock p Battery Cover pSET Button Menu Button p Memory Card Slot Cover pShooting Mode Dial Indicators Installing the Batteries Close the battery coverPreparing the Camera Proper Battery Handling Never use batteries that look like this Battery Status IndicationsChange BatteriesPush the memory card in until it clicks into place Close the memory card slot cover securelyTo remove the memory card Push the memory card until it clicks and then release itFormatting Memory Cards Press the Menu button Memory Card Handling Precautions Press the SET button Setting the Date/TimeShortcut Operation Setting the LanguageShooting Mode Using the LCD MonitorDISP. Button Standard Detailed DISP. ButtonCamera Shake Low Battery Icons Displayed in Shooting ModePreparing the Camera No Display Playback ModeFollowing information may also appear with some images Icons Displayed in Playback Mode Detailed DisplaySample Histograms About the HistogramPress the Power button until the power lamp lights green p Turning the Power On/OffPress the Power button again to turn the power off Basic FunctionsAuto Power Down On Shooting mode Power Saving FunctionPlayback mode When the Auto Power Down Function ActivatesSwitching between Shooting and Playback Slide the mode switch toShooting Mode Playback Mode The lens does not retract for Shooting The Basics Press the shutter button all the way Pressing HalfwayPressing Fully Shooting with the Viewfinder AF-assist Beam Reviewing an Image Right after ShootingRec. menu appears Changing the Image Display DurationUsing the Mode Dial Image Zone Landscape Mode Shooting procedures are Same as for the mode pNight Scene Mode Shooting ModesMovies can be shot with the following resolutions Changing the Resolution and CompressionResolution Compression PurposeResolution you wish to set using the or button Press the FUNC. button Select L* using the or buttonSelect Press the FUNC. buttonUsing the Flash Press the button to switch between flash modesShoot the image Setting the Red-eye Reduction Function Rec. menu, set Red-eye to OnAppears on the LCD monitor Basics Red-eye Reduction Macro ModeSelect , or using the or button and press the Func Button Self-timerButton Digital Zoom Shooting procedures are the same as for Mode pPowerShot A510 Approx .3 shots per second Shooting will stop when the shutter button is releasedContinuous Shooting Framing a Subject Shooting Panoramic Images Stitch AssistUse the same procedures to shoot the remaining images Turn the Shooting mode dial toShoot the first image Press the SET button after the last shotBy simply selecting one of the following Special Scene ModeCurrent Scene mode screen is displayed Turn the shooting mode dial to Special Scene modeNight Snapshot Kids & Pets Foliage SnowFireworks Underwater BeachSelect Postcard using Button Postcard Print ModeCurrent setting is Press the FUNC. button Shoot the imageSelect Off, Date or Date & Time using the or button Press the Menu button Shoot the imageEmbedding the Date Image Data Movie Mode Basics Move between images using the or button Slide the mode switch toPlayback The Basics Displaying Images Individually Single Image PlaybackCanceling the Magnified Display Pressing the Menu button cancels magnification immediatelyMagnifying Images Change the image selection using the , , or button Viewing Images in Sets of Nine Index PlaybackImages appear at once index playback Select Play using the or button and press the SET button Select a movie using the or button and press the SET buttonJumping between Images Press the zoom lever toward while in index playback pSelect Edit using the or button and press the SET button Pausing and Resuming PlaySelect the movie you wish to edit and press the SET button Fast Forwarding/RewindingSelect the range you wish to delete using the or button Select an editing method using the or buttonSelect Save using the or button and press the SET button Select Play using the or button and press the SET buttonPlayback The Basics Select Erase using the or button and press the SET button ErasingConfirmation screen appears Selecting Menus and Settings Selecting Settings with the FUNC. Button Shooting Mode OnlyShooting Advanced Functions Button to select the setting Press the Menu button Use Button to switch between MenusContents Press the Menu button Use Button to select a menu itemShooting Advanced Functions Rec. Menu Menu Settings and Default SettingsDirect print function or at a photo lab service Set up MenuPlay Menu MuteOperation Vol Volume Menu Item Setting ContentSelftimer Vol Shutter Volume115 Video System Language117 Customizing the Camera My Camera SettingsTurn the power on Resetting the Settings to DefaultCan be performed from Shooting or Playback mode Press the Menu button for longer than 5 secondsHow to Use the Mode Dial Using the Mode Dial Creative ZoneSetting the Shutter Speed Program AEDifferences between the P and Modes Value Aperture ShutterSeconds Wide AngleAperture Value Display Setting the ApertureOr +2 appears in red Manually Setting the Shutter Speed and ApertureSwitching between Focusing Modes Select On or Off using the or buttonRec. menu, select AiAF Select * Evaluative in the FUNC. menu Switching between Metering ModesAdjusting the Exposure Adjust the compensation using the or buttonSelect *+/- Exp. in the FUNC. menu Select *Auto in the FUNC. menu Adjusting the Tone White BalanceSetting a Custom White Balance Zoom is positioned to the telephoto end setting ISO speed is set to the same setting to shoot the imageFlash is set to Flash On or Flash Off Select the ISO speed using the or button Changing the ISO SpeedSelect *ISO Speed in the FUNC. menu Select the photo effect using the or button Changing the Photo EffectSelect *Effect Off in the FUNC. menu Adjusting the Flash Output Adjust the flash output using the or buttonSelect Flash Output in the FUNC. menu Shooting with Focus Lock Shooting Hard-to-Focus SubjectsShooting with AF Lock Icon appears on the LCD monitorPress the MF button until appears Shooting in Manual Focus ModeSetting the Auto Rotate Function Focus using the or button and shoot the imageSet up menu, select Auto Rotate Select On and press the Menu buttonAdvanced Functions Playback Advanced Functions Rotating Images in the DisplayPlay menu, select Rotate and press the SET Button Select Record using the or Button and press the SET button Attaching Sound Memos to ImageSelect Sound Memo in the Play menu and press the SET button Auto Play Pausing and Resuming Auto PlayPlay menu, select Auto Play and press the SET Button Stopping Auto PlayProtecting Images Play menu, select Protect and press the SET ButtonIcon appears on About Printing Various FunctionsSee the System Map Direct Print Compatible PrintingPlay menu, select Print Order and press the SET Button Dpof Print SettingsSelect images for printing Standard/ Both Single image playbackIndex playback p Select an image usingIndex Single image playback Or buttonMaximum of 998 images can be set Display will return to the Print Order menuPrint Type Setting the Print StyleDate File NoSelecting Images for Transferring Image Transmission Settings Dpof Transfer OrderSelect Order using the or button and press the SET button Play menu, select Transfer Order and press SET buttonPlay menu, select Transfer Order and press the SET button Downloading Images to a Computer Display returns to the Transfer Order menuDownloading via a Camera to Computer Connection Canon Utilities Downloading from a Memory CardCanon Camera Twain Driver Canon Camera WIA Driver108 MacintoshDigital Terminal 109JProceed to step 110Following window appears Downloading Images by Direct Transfer Using the software and computer to download imagesDisplay will return to the Direct Transfer menu Use the or button to select , or and press the buttonSee steps 2 to 4 on Downloading from a Memory CardViewing Images on a TV Set Set up menu, select File No. Reset Resetting the File NumberSelect On or Off using the or Button Press the Menu button Various Functions 115116 About File and Folder NumbersFolder File Capacity Changing My Camera Settings Customizing the Camera My Camera SettingsRec. or Play menu appears 117 Various FunctionsRegistering the Memory Card Images and Sounds Registering My Camera SettingsPress the DISP. button Recording starts Recording stops when Time is exceeded pAn image appears Various Functions 119Start-up, Operation, Self-timer and Shutter Sounds Data that can be Registered as My Camera SettingsZStart-up Image CompressionList of Messages 121 List of Messages122 Problem Cause Solution TroubleshootingCanon AA-size NiMH batteries. For Information about alkaline batteries, seeZIf reformatting does not work, the memory Memory card warning signal Sounds 124Card logic circuits may be damaged. Contact Nearest Canon Customer Help DeskBatteries Batteries Poor electrical contact, between Batteries consumed Batteries are not the right typeSounds come from 30 to 45 cm 11.8 in. to 1.5 ft. when set toZThe mechanism for detecting the camera’s TelephotoSubject in recorded Be recorded when shooting movies 127White dots or white Formatted in another deviceSlow Recording images To memory card Takes a long time 128 Appendix Using the Power Kits Sold Separately129 Appendix Charging four Charging two Batteries130 Appendix 131 Using the AC Adapter Kit ACK800Using the Lenses Sold Separately Wide Converter WC-DC52 Shooting Ranges in Macro ModeTele-converter TC-DC52A Close-Up Lens 250D 52 mmConversion Lens Adapter LA-DC52F Attaching a Lens134 Appendix 135 High Power Flash HF-DC1 Using an Externally Mounted Flash Sold SeparatelyBracket supplied With the flashReplacing the Date Battery Confirm that the camera is turned offAppendix 137 It up in the direction indicated by the arrow d Appendix 139 Camera Care and MaintenancePowerShot A520/PowerShot A510 SpecificationsPowerShot A520 Approx 1.9 shots/sec 15 1/2000 secPets and Night Snapshot, Stitch assist and Movie Compliant 142 Custom settings PC-controlled Shooting143 Appendix AA NiMH Batteries Battery PerformanceNB-2AH fully ChargedPowerShot A510 PowerShot A520Memory Cards and Estimated Capacities Recordable Images Memory card included with the cameraImage Data Size Estimated NiMH Battery NB-2AH Battery Charger CB-4AH/CB-4AHEAppendix 147 SD memory Card Compact Power Adapter CA-PS800MultiMediaCard Supplied with the separately sold AC Adapter Kit ACK800Wide Converter WC-DC52 Sold Separately Close-up Lens 250D 52 mm Sold SeparatelyAppendix 149 Conversion Lens Adapter LA-DC52F Sold Separately Tele-converter TC-DC52A Sold Separately150 Focal LengthHow to Adjust the Exposure p Advanced Technique for the Macro Mode pPhoto Tips and Information This section offers photography tipsUnderexposure Optimal Exposure OverexposureISO Speed p Display Modes Batteries Digital TerminalErasing ExposureFocus Set up154 ManualMovie MeteringMy Camera Operation SoundStart-up 156 140Transfer Order Wave FilesAppendix 157 158 Appendix 159 Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode160
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A510, A520 specifications

The Canon A510 is a compact digital camera that was introduced as part of Canon's popular PowerShot A series, well-known for balancing user-friendliness with functionality. This camera is aimed at both novice photographers and those with a bit more experience, striking an appealing balance through its features and affordability.

At the heart of the Canon A510 is a 3.2-megapixel image sensor that delivers high-quality, vibrant images. Given its era, this resolution was quite respectable and allows for prints up to 11x14 inches, making the camera suitable for various applications, from snapshots to more serious photography. The A510 features a 4x optical zoom lens with a focal length equivalent to 35mm to 140mm, giving photographers the ability to capture both wide-angle shots and decent close-ups without sacrificing image clarity.

One standout feature of the Canon A510 is its DIGIC image processor. This advanced technology contributes to quicker response times, enhanced color rendering, and improved overall image quality. The camera also offers a range of shooting modes, including Auto, Manual, Portrait, Landscape, and Night Scenes, among others. These modes allow users to easily adapt to different lighting conditions and subjects, bolstering the camera's versatility.

Another characteristic that sets the A510 apart is its user-friendly interface and ergonomic design. The 1.5-inch LCD screen provides a clear view for composing shots and reviewing images. The menus are straightforward, allowing users to navigate settings without feeling overwhelmed. Additionally, the camera's lightweight and compact size make it a great travel companion, easily fitting in a purse or small bag.

Battery life is also a notable feature of the A510, as it uses AA batteries, which are convenient and widely available. This makes it easy for users to carry spare batteries, ensuring they won't miss important moments while on the go.

Overall, the Canon A510 is a reliable and practical choice for anyone looking for a digital camera that combines ease of use with a solid set of features. Its blend of functionality, portability, and image quality makes it a memorable entry in Canon's lineup, appealing to both casual users and budding photographers alike.
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