Also available for purchase separately | Canon A580 specification

System Map

Getting Started

		High-Power Flash
		HF-DC1
Direct Interface Cable*2		Canon brand Direct
		Print Compatible
		Printers
PCMCIA Adapter	USB Card	Compact Photo
PCMCIA Adapter	USB Card	Printers23
(PC Card Adapter)	Reader	(SELPHY series)
		(SELPHY series)

Inkjet Printers*6 SD Memory Card*5

•SDC-128M

•SDC-512MSH

USB Port

Video IN Terminal


Audio IN Terminal		TV/Video

PC Card Slot

Windows/Macintosh

*1 Also available for purchase separately.

*2 See the user guide supplied with the printer for more information on the printer. *3 This camera can also be connected to the Card Photo Printer CP-10/CP-100/

CP-200/CP-300.

*4 Battery Charger CB-2LT/CB-2LTE may also be used.

*5 Not sold in some regions.

*6 See the user guide supplied with the inkjet printer for more information on the printer and interface cables.

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Canon A580 manual Also available for purchase separately

A580 specifications

The Canon A580 is a compact digital camera known for its user-friendly features and dependable performance, making it an excellent choice for novice photographers and those seeking a reliable point-and-shoot camera. Released as part of Canon's popular PowerShot series, the A580 combines simplicity with essential capabilities that appeal to a wide audience.

One of the standout characteristics of the Canon A580 is its 8-megapixel CCD sensor, which delivers clear, vibrant images with impressive detail. This resolution is more than sufficient for printing high-quality photos up to 8x10 inches. The camera's DIGIC III image processor enhances performance, ensuring swift image processing and improving overall image quality, even in varying lighting conditions.

The A580 features a 4x optical zoom lens with a focal length equivalent to 35mm to 140mm in 35mm terms. This versatility allows for a range of photography styles, from wide-angle landscapes to detailed close-ups. The lens is complemented by Canon's Optical Image Stabilization technology, which minimizes the effects of camera shake, making it easier to capture sharp images, particularly in low-light settings or at full zoom.

Navigating the A580 is effortless, thanks to its intuitive interface and a 2.5-inch LCD screen. The screen provides a clear view for framing shots and reviewing images, and it offers various display options to suit the photographer's needs. The camera also includes a range of shooting modes, including Auto, Manual, and various scene modes, allowing users to tailor their shooting experience to specific conditions or subjects.

Another notable feature of the Canon A580 is its built-in flash, which automatically adjusts based on lighting conditions and distance to the subject, ensuring well-exposed photos. The camera supports a variety of creative filters, enabling users to enhance their images with effects like sepia or black and white.

In terms of connectivity, the A580 uses standard SD/SDHC memory cards for storage, allowing users to expand their memory capacity as needed. The camera is powered by AA batteries, which are widely available, ensuring that users can easily replace power sources on the go.

Overall, the Canon A580 is a reliable and straightforward camera that caters to those who seek quality without complexity. Its balance of features, performance, and ease of use makes it a commendable choice for casual photographers looking to capture life's moments with clarity and style.

Contents

Getting Started p Confirming the Package Contents This guide is divided into the following two sections Let’s Get Started Table of Contents Shooting Using the Mode Dial Index 185 Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode 189 About this Guide Symbol Conventions in this Guide Please Read Warranty LimitationsTest Shots Camera Body Temperature Language SettingVideo Format About the LCD MonitorPage Getting Started Install two batteries Installing the Batteries and Memory CardPreparations Insert the memory card until it clicks into place To Remove the Memory Card To Remove the Batteries Press the button To Change a Previously Set Date/Time Setting the Date and Time Setting the Display Language Select a shooting mode Shooting Still Images ModePress the ON/OFF button Aim the camera at the subject Press the shutter button fully all the way to shoot Mute SettingTo Shoot Images in Focus Shooting in Easy Mode Viewing Still Images Erasing Connect the camera to a direct print compatible printer PrintingButton will light blue Button will blink blue and printing will start Printing Images in a Print List Printing from a Print ListConnect the camera to the printer Print the image Embedding the Date in the Image Data Press the ON/OFF button Select a shooting mode Press the button Use the or button to select Select Date Stamp Do not touch the microphone while recording Shooting Movies Standard Mode Press the shutter button fully Again to stop recording Use the or button to select Play and press Button Viewing MoviesImages with a icon are movies Items to Prepare Downloading Images to a ComputerSystem Requirements „ Windows Click Restart or Finish once the installation is complete Installing the softwarePreparing to Download Images Preparing to download images to the computer Connecting the camera to a computer Open the CameraWindow Press Downloading Images Using the Camera Direct Transfer All Images „Windows „Macintosh Press the button after downloading finishes Supplied with Camera System Map Also available for purchase separately Power Supplies Optional AccessoriesFlash SD Memory Card Other AccessoriesInterface Cable IFC-400PCU AV Cable AVC-DC300 Compact Photo Printers Selphy series Inkjet Printers Direct Print Compatible PrintersFor more information, visit your nearest Canon retailer Learning More „ Front View Components Guide „Back View Components Guide Using the Viewfinder „ Controls Lower Indicator Indicators Basic Operations Menus and SettingsFUNC. Menu Button Use the or button to select an option for the menu item Press Button Use Button to switch between Menus Rec., Play, Print and Set up Menu ButtonUse Button to select a menu item Use the or button to select an option Information Displayed on the LCD Monitor and Menus Shooting Mode E g Playback Mode Detailed About the Battery Charge Indicator Histogram Function Shooting ModeFUNC. Menu Rec. Menu Print Menu Play Menu Set up Menu Print Method Switching LCD Monitor Display Modes Using the LCD Monitor„ Shooting Mode Basic Operations „ Playback Mode or Rec. Review Right After Shooting Night Display Using the Digital Zoom Digital Tele-Converter Using the Optical ZoomCommonly Used Shooting Functions Press the zoom lever toward or Safety Zoom Factor About the Safety Zoom Shooting with the Digital Zoom Select Digital Zoom Make settingsPress the zoom lever toward and shoot Use the or button to select Standard Press the button Shooting with the Digital Tele-Converter Adjust the angle of view with the zoom lever and shootUse the or button to select 6x or Press the button Using the Flash Shooting Close-ups Macro To Cancel the Macro ModeUse the or button to select Select the self-timer mode Using the Self-Timer Shoot To Cancel the Self-TimerPress the button and the or button to select Select the recording pixels Changing the Recording Pixels Still ImagesApproximate Values for Recording Pixels Approximate Values for Compression Settings Select a compression setting Adjusting the ISO Speed Mode Dial Shooting Using the Mode DialCamera automatically selects settings. Auto p Easy p „ Image Zone Shooting Using the Mode Dial Or Special Scene Set the mode dial to , , , , orShooting Modes for Specific Scenes Sunset Fireworks Set the mode dial to Shoot Shooting in the Manual Mode Movie Shooting Set the mode dial to Select a movie mode Shoot Shooting Using the Mode Dial Movie Recording Pixels and Frame Rates Changing Movie Recording Pixels/Frame Rates Advanced Shooting Functions To Cancel Continuous ShootingContinuous Shooting Follow to select Flash Settings Setting the FlashRed-Eye Lamp Press Button Displaying and Setting Flash Settings Select Flash Settings Zooming the AF Frame and Shooting Checking the Focus and Peoples’ ExpressionsSelect AF-Point Zoom Use the or button to select Press the button LCD monitor Press the shutter button halfway Select Review Info Checking Focus Right After Shooting Focus CheckUse the or button to select Focus Check Press the button To Cancel the Focus Check Select AF Frame Selecting an AF Frame ModePress the button Menu, use the or button to select AF Frame No AF frame Focusing difficulty Face Detect or AiAF option Face Detect Feature Select a face you wish to focus on Selecting a Subject to Focus On Face Select and Track Face frame of main subject will change into Shooting Hard-to-Focus Subjects Focus Lock, AF Lock Recompose the image and press the shutter button fully Press the shutter button halfway and press the buttonWill display To Release the AF Lock Still Images Locking the Exposure Setting AE LockMovies Turn on the LCD monitor Shooting with FE LockRe-aim the camera to compose the shot To Release the FE Lock Adjust the exposure compensation Adjusting the Exposure Compensation Still ImagesTo Cancel the Exposure Compensation Change the metering mode Switching between Metering Modes Adjust the setting Setting a Slow Shutter Speed Long Shutter ModeSelect the Long Shutter Mode Advanced Shooting Functions Select a white balance setting Adjusting the Tone White Balance Select Using the Custom White BalanceAim the camera at a piece White paper or clothPage Select a My Colors setting Shooting in a My Colors ModeYou can change the look of an image when it is shot Press Button Use Button to select Setting the Custom Color Mode Select Select Disp. Overlay Setting the Display OverlaysUse the or button to select the option Press the button Image Select Auto Category Categorizing Images Automatically Auto Category100 To Cancel the Shortcut Button Registering Settings to the ButtonSelect Set button Functions 102 Using the Button Press the button Viewing Magnified Images Playback/ErasingPress the zoom lever toward Use the , , or button to move around Viewing Images in Sets of Nine Index Playback Switching between Sets of Nine ImagesPress the zoom lever Toward Frames are displayed on the image as follows 105 Switching Frames Press the button Change the settingTo Cancel Changing the Display Position 106 Single image playback mode, press the button Jumping to ImagesUse the or button to Select a search key 108 Display the ImagesTo Return to Single Image Playback Press the Menu button Select My Category Organizing Images by Category My Category109 Press the button Menu, use the or button to select Display a movie Viewing MoviesPlay the movie 111 Operating the Movie Control Panel Select Rotate Rotating Images in the DisplayRotate the image 112 Select Transition Playback with Transition Effects113 Select Slide Show Automated Playback Slide ShowsSelect an effect 114 Play Red-Eye Correction Function115 Select an image Select Red-Eye CorrectionCorrect the image Display the saved image Save the image117 Add Correction Frame Select Add Frame Adjust the position of the correction frameAdd additional correction frames 118 Delete the frame Removing Correction Frames Select Remove Frame119 Resizing Images Select a resolutionSelect Resize 120 Save the image Select Sound Memo Attaching Sound Memos to ImagesRecord the memo 123 Sound Memo Panel Select Protect Protecting ImagesProtect an image 124 Select Erase all Erasing All ImagesErase the images 125 Setting the Dpof Print Settings Print Settings/Transfer SettingsSetting the Print Style 126 Print Settings/Transfer Settings Select Print Settings127 Select Select Images Qty Single ImagesSelect the images Standard Both Select Select All Images All the Images on a Memory CardSelect OK Select Transfer Order Setting the Dpof Transfer SettingsSelect an order method 130 Mark all Execute the transfering images Single Images Select an image to transfer131 Power Saving Function Configuring the CameraSelect Power Saving 132 133 Configuring the Camera Select Format Formatting Memory Cards134 Low Level Format Select File Numbering Resetting the File Number135 136 File and Folder Numbers 137 Creating an Image Destination Folder Press Button Use Button to select Menu Create Folder 138 Select Auto Rotate Setting the Auto Rotate Function139 Select Reset All Resetting Settings to Their Default ValuesMenu Use Button to select Reset All Press Shooting/Playback Using a TV Connecting to a TV Not display properly Troubleshooting TroubleshootingCamera will not operate 143 Card locked! message appears Sounds come from the camera interiorAppears Nothing displays Bar of light purplish red appears on the LCD monitor Display flickersNoise displays./Subject’s movements are irregular 145 Image Seen in Viewfinder vs. Recorded Image Camera will not recordImage is blurred or out of focus 146 Subject in recorded image is too dark White dots appear on the image Image contains noiseConstitute a malfunction Continuous shooting slows down Eyes appear redRecording images to memory card takes a long time Lens will not retract Zoom does not operate There is insufficient free zTry the following procedures150 Use a high-speed memory card Images cannot be edited Cannot play backMovies do not play back correctly Reading images from memory card is slow Batteries consumed quickly If using Canon AA-size NiMH batteriesImage is distorted or not showing on TV monitor 153 Cannot printMethod is not correct List of Messages Change the batteries Naming errorNo image Image too large Cannot modify image Incompatible WaveCannot assign to category Cannot Modify Lens error, restart camera Communication error157 Exx Equipment Appendix158 Appendix 159 160 BatteryNever use batteries that look like this 161 OthersThis equipment. Do not use it with other products Such items may lose data or stop working Such conditions could lead to damage 162Do not store the equipment in humid or dusty areas Do not use in locations with poor ventilation Doing so could result in burns 163 Camera Avoid Strong Magnetic Fields Avoid Condensation Related Problems164 Bag 165 Memory CardBatteries may be short circuited Do not use or store memory cards in the following locations 166 167 Using the Power Kits Sold SeparatelyPage Appendix Open the terminal cover Attach the cord to DC in terminal Using the AC Adapter Kit ACK800170 High-Power Flash HF-DC1 Using an Externally Mounted Flash Sold Separately171 Batteries 173 Replacing the Date Battery When the Date/Time menu appears, set Replace the battery holder and closeCover Date and time p Camera Body Camera Care and MaintenanceLens Viewfinder and LCD Monitor 176 Specifications 177 Sound Memo Wave monaural 178 Max., Resume Playback, Image Inspection 179 180 Battery CapacityTest Conditions 181 Memory Cards and Estimated Capacities Image Data Sizes Estimated Movie182 MultiMediaCard NiMH Battery NB-3AHSD Memory Card 183 Compact Power Adapter CA-PS800 Battery Charger CB-5AH/CB-5AHE184 Included with the separately sold AC Adapter Kit ACK800 Numerics Index 171 187 Trademark Acknowledgments Disclaimer188 189 Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode 190 191 192 CEL-SH6DA210