136

Playback/Erasing

Operating the Movie Control Panel

Use the or button to select and press the FUNC./SET button.

 

 

 

Exit

Ends playback and returns to single image playback

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Prints (An icon will display when a printer is

 

 

 

Print

connected. See the Direct Print User Guide for

 

 

 

 

details.)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Play

Play

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Slow Motion

Slow Motion Playback (You can use the

button to

 

 

 

 

 

 

slow down or the

button to speed up playback.)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

First Frame

Displays the first frame

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Previous Frame

Previous Frame (Rewinds if the FUNC./SET button

 

 

 

 

 

 

is held down.)

 

 

 

 

 

Next Frame

Next Frame (Fast Forwards if the FUNC./SET button

 

 

 

 

 

 

is held down.)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Last Frame

Displays the last frame

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

z Use the television’s controls to adjust the volume when playing a movie on a TV set (p. 157).

z The sound cannot be played in slow motion playback.

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Canon A650 IS appendix Operating the Movie Control Panel, 136, Use the or button to select and press the FUNC./SET button

A650 IS specifications

The Canon A650 IS is a notable addition to the PowerShot series, offering a blend of versatility and performance for photography enthusiasts. Released in 2007, this compact digital camera carries a range of impressive features that cater to both novice and experienced photographers.

At the heart of the A650 IS is a robust 12.1 Megapixel sensor, enabling users to capture detailed and vibrant images. This resolution is complemented by a high-quality Canon lens, which offers a 6x optical zoom that ranges from 35mm to 210mm in 35mm equivalent terms. The optical zoom allows for great flexibility in framing subjects, whether capturing sweeping landscapes or close-up portraits.

One of the standout features of the A650 IS is its Optical Image Stabilization (IS) technology. This feature significantly reduces the impact of camera shake, particularly in low-light conditions or at longer focal lengths. As a result, users can enjoy sharp images without the need for a tripod.

The A650 IS also boasts a 2.5-inch vari-angle LCD screen, which allows for easy composition from various angles, making it convenient for capturing creative shots. The screen’s resolution facilitates clear viewing and menu navigation, enhancing the overall user experience. It features a comprehensive set of shooting modes, including automatic, manual, and a variety of scene modes, catering to different photographic needs and skill levels.

Further enhancing its functionality, the A650 IS includes advanced technologies such as face detection and blink detection, which help to ensure that subjects are well-framed and properly focused. The camera also supports RAW image capture, providing photographers with greater flexibility during post-processing.

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